Features
Since our launch in 2007, Blackstar has led the way in the innovation of guitar
amplification. The Silverline Series represents the culmination of more than eleven
years’ technical research and development. These amps have an intuitive control
set like a traditional amp, but have the versatility of programmability and Pro Digital
Technology. The unique controls allow you, the guitarist, to custom design your
own sound, store it and then have the confidence that the amp will perform in a live
environment.
The Response control utilises Blackstar’s patented True Valve Power technology to
offer six distinctly different power valve responses – EL84, 6V6, EL34, KT66, 6L6,
KT88. It delivers the response, dynamics, sag and break up characteristics of a valve
amp and uniquely delivers the same acoustic power output as an equivalent valve
power amp. This means these amps deliver live without compromise.
Utilising a high-performance Analog Devices inc. SHARC (Super Harvard
Architecture) floating point processor to perform all the numerical signal processing
in each of the units, these amplifiers bring you the ultimate in tonal performance and
flexibility.
The Voice control has six different settings – Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch,
Super Crunch, OD 1, OD 2. When used together with Blackstar’s patented ISF
control you can get the exact tone you’re thinking of.
The effects section delivers studio quality Super Wide Stereo modulation, delay and
reverb effects simultaneously that you can store with your sound.
Deep editing and storing of patches is simple using the Blackstar INSIDER software.
Patches can be shared, uploaded and downloaded via the online community. The
USB connector also allows you to record from your amp directly to your computer.
An emulated output, MP3/line input, selectable effects loop, MIDI and advanced
footswitching complete the package.
By using the unique Voice control, the patented ISF and TVP technology through
the Response control, Silverline Series amplifiers deliver unparalleled flexibility and
ease of use, enabling you to, in effect, design the sound in your head and deliver it
live as LOUD as valve
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Blackstar Silverline Series amplifier. Like all our
products, this amp is the result of countless hours of painstaking Research and
Development by our world-class design team. Based in Northampton (UK), the
Blackstar team are all experienced musicians themselves and the sole aim of the
development process is to provide guitarists with products which are the ultimate
tools for self-expression.
All Blackstar products are subjected to extensive laboratory and road testing to
ensure that they are truly uncompromising in terms of reliability, quality and above
all TONE.
The Silverline Series represents a truly ground-breaking achievement, combining
unique innovations, an intuitive, traditional control set and the versatility of
programmability.
Please read through this handbook carefully to ensure you get the maximum benefit
from your new Blackstar product.
If you like what you hear and want to find out more about the Blackstar range of
products please visit our website at www.blackstaramps.com.
Thanks!
The Blackstar Team
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