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3. CabRig Switch

Use this to switch between the three CabRig settings currently stored in the 

pedal. You can customise the three factory patches using the CabRig section of 

Blackstar’s Architect software.

4. Level Control – CabRig Outputs

This control allows quick access, physical control over the XLR, Line Out and USB 

audio  channel  3  output  level.  At  maximum  (fully  clockwise),  this  control  has  no 

effect on the signal level. At minimum (fully anti-clockwise), this control attenuates 

the signal on these outputs by 20dB.

CabRig

To access edit CabRig settings you will need Blackstar’s Architect software.
Download Architect from the Blackstar website:

https://blackstaramps.com/architect

Cabinet Channel Strip

1. Cabinet Selection

Select  your  virtual  cabinet  using  the  Cabinet  Selection  panel.  Choose  from  23 

distinct speaker cabinets or select DI (Direct Injection) for the direct power amp 

output.

NOTE:

 For use with 3rd party IR (Impulse Response) loaders, select the DI option. 

The DI is taken from after the power amp.

1. Microphone Selection

Mic up your virtual cabinet with a choice of 6 industry standard microphones. 

Toggle the axis of your microphone choice for a different tonal flavour. In general, 

OFF AXIS will darken your tone and shift the mid-range character.

Ring

Screen

Tip

Left channel 

to mixer

Right channel 

to mixer

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Summary of Contents for AMPED 1

Page 1: ...staramps com Whilst the information contained herein is correct at the time of publication due to our policy of constant improvement and development Blackstar Amplification Ltd reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice Designed and Engineered by Blackstar Amplification UK Owner s Manual 185401M VA 1 09 22 ...

Page 2: ...2 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatu...

Page 3: ...dbook using the lead recommended by the manufacturer Always replace damaged fuses with the correct rating and type Never disconnect the protective mains earth connection High loudspeaker levels can cause permanent hearing damage You should therefore avoid the direct vicinity of loudspeakers operating at high levels Wear hearing protection if continuously exposed to high levels If the product does ...

Page 4: ...p capable of delivering the tone and feel of traditional valve amps Therefore the USA and UK voices offer two of the most revered and popular platforms for pedals and effects In addition to these traditional guitar amp voices the Flat voice provides the ability to plug your favourite amp modeller or preamp pedal directly into your Amped 1 without colouring your tone Via the Response control Amped ...

Page 5: ...kstar s Architect deep editing software and saved to your amp 7 Reverb Footswitch The Reverb footswitch toggles the Reverb on and off The LED will light up when the Reverb is active This setting is saved when you store a preset When the Reverb is active holding the Reverb footswitch will activate the Freeze effect Whilst the Reverb footswitch is held down and the Freeze effect is active the Reverb...

Page 6: ... from your preamp pedal or amp modeller into this input Always use a good quality screened instrument lead 4 Loop The mono effects loop handles both the send and return with a single socket using a TRS connection Use the supplied TRS signal splitter cable to separate the send and return and place your own external effects and stomp boxes in the loop for the best sonic performance Connect the mono ...

Page 7: ...r signal This is the direct signal from your guitar as received by the input stage of the amp This signal is ideal for reamping This signal is not affected by any of the amplifier s controls These audio streams can be recorded simultaneously within your chosen recording software DAW Control the output levels of Channels 1 and 2 using CabRig within Blackstar s Architect software TIP To record a ste...

Page 8: ...gs you will need Blackstar s Architect software Download Architect from the Blackstar website https blackstaramps com architect Cabinet Channel Strip 1 Cabinet Selection Select your virtual cabinet using the Cabinet Selection panel Choose from 23 distinct speaker cabinets or select DI Direct Injection for the direct power amp output NOTE For use with 3rd party IR Impulse Response loaders select th...

Page 9: ...n an expansive stereo experience Microphone Character 57 Dynamic Bright and cutting with controlled lows A classic microphone choice for recording guitar cabinets Use this microphone off axis for a less sharp mid focussed tone 421 Dynamic Aggressive and tight Use this microphone for an up front sound or off axis for a more mellow sound 67 Condenser Balanced with extended top end Off axis this micr...

Page 10: ... filter at 400Hz 10dB HIGH MIDS Controls a peak filter at 1KHz 10dB HIGH Controls a high shelf filter at 4KHz 10dB HI CUT Controls a 2nd order low pass filter TIP Choose one of the EQ Presets from the drop down box shown below for a good place to start This is like having your own sound engineer getting you to the sound you want quickly The EQ Presets also provide a great platform for experimentat...

Page 11: ...Local Patches as you like and these can be recalled at any point by double clicking on the patch in the patches panel or right clicking on the patch and selecting Load Patch TIP To organise your Local Patches in the patch panel go to Documents Blackstar Saved Patches and create your own folders Simply drag your patches into the folders you have created and your folders will appear in the patch pan...

Page 12: ... Upgrade When a firmware upgrade for your amplifier is available Architect will automatically prompt you upon connection to upgrade to the latest version Follow the on screen instructions to perform the firmware upgrade Function CC Number Value Voice USA 1 127 On UK 2 127 On Flat 3 127 On Preamp Bass 4 0 127 Middle 5 0 127 Treble 6 0 127 Gain 7 0 127 Response EL84 8 127 On EL34 10 127 On 6L6 12 12...

Page 13: ...25 24 English English Technical Specifications AMPED 1 Power RMS 100W Weight kg 1 28 Dimensions mm 200 W x 81 H x 149 D ...

Page 14: ... S S B A S S M I D D L E M I D D L E E A R G A I N G A I N P T R E B L E T R E B L E W W 0 W W 0W M A S T E R M A S T E R A A T B A S S B A S S M I D D L E M I D D L E R E V E R B R E V E R B R E V E R B R E V E R B 6 4 6 E A R 4 G A I N G A I N 1 2 3 5 10 9 4 6 12 7 11 8 AMPED 1 Rear View 8 O H M 1 6 O H M I N L O O P O N L Y U S E O N E S P E A K E R O U T O U T P U T 1 0 0 W A T T S R M S C L A...

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