Blackstar DA100 Ruby D.Aldrich Signature

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Blackstar DA100 Ruby D.Aldrich Signature

Blackstar

DA100 Ruby D.Aldrich Signature

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Product Info

Article Number: 610056
Model: DA100 Ruby D.Aldrich Signature
Price: $1,648.90

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This Blackstar DA100 Ruby is a serious amp for players wanting Doug Aldrich’s signature tones – think hard rock and modern riffs. The multiple channels and voicing options give it more flexibility than you'd expect, and the EL34 power section delivers that classic British amp character. It's a premium-priced head, but delivers a lot of performance for the discerning player.

Product Description

  • Blackstar DA100 Ruby D.Aldrich Signature
  • All-Tube Amplifier Head for Electric Guitar
  • Doug Aldrich Signature model
  • Three channels: Clean
  • Overdrive 1
  • Overdrive 2
  • Power: 100 W
  • Preamp tubes: Three ECC83
  • Power tubes: Four EL34
  • Controls: Clean Volume
  • Clean Bass
  • Clean Treble
  • Overdrive 1 Gain
  • Overdrive 1 Volume
  • Overdrive 2 Gain
  • Overdrive 2 Volume
  • Overdrive Bass
  • Overdrive Middle
  • Overdrive Treble
  • Overdrive ISF
  • Reverb Level
  • Resonance
  • Presence
  • Master Volume
  • Switch: Clean Select
  • Clean Voice
  • Overdrive 1 Select
  • Overdrive 2 Select
  • Overdrive 1 Voice
  • Overdrive 2 Voice
  • Power Reduction
  • Cabrig Select
  • Reverb Dark/ Light
  • Effects Loop Level
  • Input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Five speaker outputs: 4 - 16 ohm
  • Balanced Cabri output: XLR
  • Line output
  • Headphone output
  • Effect loop
  • Footswitch
  • USB audio
  • Colour: Red
  • Includes footswitch
PROS
  • • Doug Aldrich’s signature voicing delivers aggressive, modern rock tones.
  • • The ISF control offers a wide range of tonal shaping possibilities.
  • • EL34 power tubes provide a classic British amp warmth and punch.
  • • Multiple channel selections and voicing options offer surprising versatility.
CONS
  • • The all-tube design makes it relatively heavy for transport.
  • • High-end pricing places it beyond budget for many players.
  • • Clean channel can be a bit brittle at higher gain settings.

Product Video

Key Features

Power (Watts 100
Tubes Three ECC83 (preamp), Four EL34 (power)
Channels Clean, Overdrive 1, Overdrive 2
Effects Reverb, Effects Loop
Speaker Output Four x 16 ohm, One x 8 ohm, XLR Balanced Cab Out
Weight Approximately 55 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Blackstar DA100 Ruby D.Aldrich Signature stands out for its exceptional Blackstar craftsmanship and innovative design.
It's designed for intermediate to advanced players who appreciate professional-quality tube guitar heads.
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