Blackstar HT-20RH MKIII
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Blackstar
HT-20RH MKIII
Product Info
Article Number:
590020
Brand:
Blackstar
Model:
HT-20RH MKIII
Category:
Tube Guitar Heads
Price:
$801.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The HT-20RH MKIII is a fantastic little tube amp, perfect for players wanting that classic British amp sound without needing a massive rig. It's surprisingly versatile thanks to the ISF control and offers a good balance of power and portability. A solid choice for home recording and smaller venues.
Product Description
- Blackstar HT-20RH MKIII
- Tube Head Amplifier
- Power: 20 watts
- Channels: Clean and Overdrive
- Tubes: 2 x ECC83 preamp tubes and 2 x EL84 power amp tubes
- Controls: Clean Volume
- Clean Tone
- Overdrive Gain
- Overdrive Volume
- Bass
- Middle
- Treble
- Reverb Level
- Master
- Instrument input
- Line input
- Line output / headphone output
- USB C
- Foot switch
- 3 Speaker outputs: 8-16 Ohm
- Effect loop
- XLR output
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • The EL84 power tubes deliver a characteristic British chime and responsive dynamics.
- • ISF control offers a surprisingly wide tonal palette, shaping mids effectively.
- • Compact size and 20 watts provide ample volume for home use and smaller gigs.
- • The inclusion of an XLR output is excellent for direct recording or PA integration.
CONS
- • Clean channel can be a bit brittle at higher gain settings, lacking warmth.
- • Build quality, while decent, doesn't feel quite as premium as higher-end tube amps.
- • The reverb, while usable, isn't the most inspiring or nuanced effect.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
20
Tubes
2 x ECC83 preamp tubes, 2 x EL84 power amp tubes
Channels
Clean and Overdrive
Effects
Digital Reverb
Speaker Output
3 x 8-16 Ohm
Weight
Approximately 15 lbs (6.8 kg) - based on similar Blackstar models
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's best with humbuckers; single coils can sound a bit thin, though the ISF can help tame the brightness.
It's mainly for audio interface functionality and firmware updates; MIDI control is limited.
It captures a similar British vibe, but lacks the Fender's characteristic scooped mids and glassy cleans.
