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13. Reverb

The Reverb control sets the overall level of the reverb effect. With the control fully 

counter clockwise there will be no reverb. Turning the control clockwise will increase 

the amount of reverb. 

14. Volume (HT-20R/RH MkII ONLY)

This controls the overall volume of your amplifier. Turning it clockwise increases the 

volume.

15. Power Switch

This switch allows the reduction of the output stage from full power down to 10% 

power. This means the full tonal depth of the valve power amplifier can be enjoyed 

at lower volumes, therefore making the HT MkII ideal for recording, smaller gigs and 

home practise use. Working in conjunction with the power amplifier voltages, this 

method of power reduction suffers none of the loss in tone of other power reduction 

systems.

16. Power Indicator Light

The Power Indicator will light when the amplifier is switched on.

17. Power

This switch is used to turn the amplifier on and off.

NOTE: 

There is no standby switch on these amplifiers. The valves will warm up as 

normal and the amplifier will automatically switch to standby mode if either the Input 

or Speaker Output jacks are not in use.

Rear Panel

1. Mains Fuse

The value of the Mains Fuse is specified on the rear panel. Never use a fuse of the 

incorrect value or attempt to bypass it.

2. Mains Input

The supplied detachable mains lead is connected here. The lead should only be 

connected to a power outlet that is compatible with the voltage, power and frequency 

requirements stated on the rear panel. If in doubt get advice from a qualified technician.

3. H.T. Fuse

The value of the H.T. Fuse is specified on the rear panel. Never use a fuse of the 

incorrect value or attempt to bypass it.

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4. Speaker Outputs

The output marked ‘1x16 Ohm’ is for the connection of a single 16 Ohm extension 

speaker cabinet.
The outputs marked ‘1x8 Ohm or 2x16 Ohm’ are for the connection of either a 

single 8 Ohm extension cabinet or two 16 Ohm cabinets.

 

‘1x16 Ohm’ output 

‘ 1x8 Ohm or 2x16 Ohm’ outputs

Internal 16 Ohm combo speaker 

 

 X  X

Internal 16 Ohm combo speaker 

 

 

 

plus one 16 Ohm extension cab
One 16 Ohm extension cabinet 

 

 X  X

Two 16 Ohm extension cabinets 

 

 

Single 8 Ohm extension cabinet 

 

 X

WARNING:

 The output marked ‘1x16 Ohm’ should never be used at the same time 

as any of the outputs marked ‘1x8 Ohm or 2x16 Ohm’. Failure to correctly match 

the impedance of the amplifier and speakers will damage the amplifier.

5. Emulated Output Mono Balanced XLR Socket

This output emulates the tonal characteristics of a guitar speaker cabinet and 

provides a natural valve overdrive tone for connection to a recording device or 

mixing  desk.  Using  a  good  quality  screened  lead,  the  balanced  XLR  connection 

provides a high quality signal free of noise. 

6. Emulated Output Stereo Jack Socket

This output emulates the tonal characteristics of a guitar speaker cabinet and provides 

a natural valve overdrive tone for connection to a recording device or mixing desk. 

Always use a good quality screened lead. The stereo jack socket accommodates 

connection of headphones to this output, allowing you to practice silently.

7. Emulated Output Cabinet Switch 

The switch enables you to select either a 4x12 closed back or a 1x12 open back 

cabinet  emulation  for  the  Speaker  Emulated  Output.  This  will  apply  to  both  the 

balanced XLR and stereo jack outputs.

Ring

Screen

Tip

Left channel 

to mixer

Right channel 

to mixer

Summary of Contents for HT-20R MkII

Page 1: ...s 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 126400M 1 01 19 HT 5R MkII HT 5RH MkII HT 20R MkII HT 20RH MkII ...

Page 2: ...pparatus 12 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 th...

Page 3: ...e unused for long periods of time Before the unit is switched on the loudspeaker should be connected as described in the handbook 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 ...

Page 4: ...tone and a highly responsive chime with looser bottom for the British tone that can be pushed into a midrange overdrive when driven hard The Voice setting can also be selected via footswitch These amplifiers also have two voices on the Overdrive Channel which share a common EQ section These two voices provide a broad palette of overdriven tones As with the Clean Channel each of these voices can al...

Page 5: ...ut hot rodded overdrive with medium power amp damping With the red LED lit the overdrive sound has a more modern voicing that includes a strong mid emphasised pre overdrive boost as well as a looser more aggressive sound due to reduced power amp damping 8 OD Volume This control adjusts the overall volume of the OD Channel Turning it clockwise increases the volume 9 Bass The Bass control adjusts th...

Page 6: ... is specified on the rear panel Never use a fuse of the incorrect value or attempt to bypass it English English 4 Speaker Outputs The output marked 1x16 Ohm is for the connection of a single 16 Ohm extension speaker cabinet The outputs marked 1x8 Ohm or 2x16 Ohm are for the connection of either a single 8 Ohm extension cabinet or two 16 Ohm cabinets 1x16 Ohm output 1x8 Ohm or 2x16 Ohm outputs Inte...

Page 7: ...s set EXTERNAL SWITCHING This can also be used by people who wish to control the main features of the amp using an external switching device that connects via the TRS connection of the socket The following external conditions will switch the channels and voices as follows TIP RING CHANNEL VOICE Closed Closed Clean Voice 1 Closed Open Clean Voice 2 Open Closed Overdrive Voice 1 Open Open Overdrive ...

Page 8: ...S 5 Watts Valves 1 x 12BH7 1 x ECC83 Weight kg TBC Dimensions mm 396 x 217 5 x 220 Footswitch FS 16 included HT 20R MkII Power RMS 20 Watts Valves 2 x EL84 2 x ECC83 Weight kg TBC Dimensions mm 513 x 487 x 270 Footswitch FS 16 included Speaker Custom Designed 12 HT 20RH MkII Power RMS 20 Watts Valves 2 x EL84 2 x ECC83 Weight kg TBC Dimensions mm 473 x 244 x 222 Footswitch FS 16 included English E...

Page 9: ...ULATED OUTPUT LINE OUT PHONES D I OUTPUT 4x12 1x12 126673M VA 2 CONNECT SPEAKERS BEFORE USE CLASS 2 WIRING OUTPUT 5 WATTS RMS Español Español Français Français Deutsch Deutsch English English HT 5R MkII Front Panel HT 5R MkII Rear Panel HT 5RH MkII Front Panel HT 5RH MkII Rear Panel 中文 中文 Japanese Japanese ...

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