Blackstar Dept. 10 Amped 1

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Blackstar Dept. 10 Amped 1

Blackstar

Dept. 10 Amped 1

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 553383
Model: Dept. 10 Amped 1
Price: $434.50

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The Dept. 10 Amped 1 is a clever little box, delivering a surprising amount of amp tone in a compact format. It's a great solution for players needing a versatile, gig-ready amp head for pedalboards or recording, especially those who like to dial in their sounds through software. The preamp voicings are surprisingly convincing, and the Cab Rig DSP is a real time-saver.

Product Description

  • Blackstar Dept. 10 Amped 1
  • Amplifier for Electric Guitar
  • 100 W guitar amplifier in floor format
  • Preamplifier Voices: USA
  • Flat
  • Power amp Responses: KT88
  • EL34
  • EL84
  • Linear
  • EQ: Bass
  • Middle and Treble
  • Power reduction 100 W
  • 20 W
  • Reverb with freeze effect
  • Built-in Cab Rig DSP
  • USB audio
  • XLR cab rig output
  • Headphone output
  • Effects loop (serial/ parallel switchable in Architect software)
  • Footswitchable preset mode
  • Illuminated Blackstar logo
  • MIDI input
  • Speaker outputs: 8 Ohm
  • 16 Ohm
  • 2 x 9 V outputs for effect pedals (max.)
  • Combined output: 500 mA)
  • Power supply: 100 to 264 V
  • 50/60 Hz
  • Weight: 1.53 kg
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 200 x 81 x 149 mm
PROS
  • • Versatile preamp voices cover a wide range of amp tones.
  • • Cab Rig DSP convincingly emulates various speaker cabinets.
  • • Power reduction options offer flexibility for practice and gigging.
  • • Integrated effects loop expands tonal possibilities with external pedals.
CONS
  • • The 100W output might be overkill for quiet home practice.
  • • Smaller size can feel cramped for complex pedalboard setups.
  • • Limited physical controls require software tweaking for full functionality.

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Key Features

Power (Watts) 100W (with reduction to 20W, 1W)
Class Solid State
Speaker Output 8 Ohm, 16 Ohm
Impedance 8/16 Ohms
Connections USB, XLR Cab Rig Out, Headphone Out, Effects Loop, MIDI In, Pedal Outputs
Weight 1.53 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's decent for a built-in solution, but dedicated IR loaders will offer more nuance and flexibility. It's a great starting point though, and saves on extra hardware.
Yes, the USB audio interface functionality is solid, providing a clean signal path directly to your DAW. It's a convenient all-in-one solution.
The freeze effect is more of a novelty than a live staple; it's best suited for creating atmospheric textures in studio recordings or for short, experimental moments on stage.

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