Blackstar HT-5RH MKIII
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Blackstar
HT-5RH MKIII
Product Info
Article Number:
590016
Brand:
Blackstar
Model:
HT-5RH MKIII
Category:
Tube Guitar Heads
Price:
$537.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The HT-5RH MKIII is a fantastic little amp for bedroom practice or small gigs. It nails that classic British amp vibe – think Vox AC30 meets Marshall – without the massive wattage. Ideal for blues, rock, and indie players who want a tube amp feel at a manageable volume.
Product Description
- Blackstar HT-5RH MKIII
- Tube Head Amplifier
- Power: 5 watts
- Channels: Clean and Overdrive
- Tubes: 1 x ECC83 preamp tube and 1 x 12BH7 power amp tube
- Controls: Clean Volume
- Clean Tone
- Overdrive Gain
- Overdrive Volume
- Bass
- Middle
- Treble
- Reverb Level
- 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
- • Excellent clean headroom for a 5W amp, surprisingly articulate.
- • ISF control offers a wide tonal palette, avoiding harshness.
- • Compact size and lightweight design enhance portability.
- • The ECC83/12BH7 tube combination delivers a warm, classic British tone.
CONS
- • Limited wattage; struggles at higher volumes without a cabinet.
- • Effect loop is somewhat noisy, best suited for subtle effects.
- • Clean channel can lack definition with high-gain pickups.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
5
Tubes
1 x ECC83 (preamp) & 1 x 12BH7 (power)
Channels
Clean & Overdrive
Effects
Reverb, Effect Loop
Speaker Output
8 & 16 Ohm
Weight
7.7 lbs (approximate)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ISF is a Blackstar innovation that broadens the tonal spectrum, smoothing out harsh frequencies and providing a more gradual transition between bright and dark sounds.
Yes, you can easily connect it to a 1x12 or 2x12 cabinet using the speaker outputs, though you’ll want to ensure the impedance is compatible for optimal performance.
The USB connection is primarily for connecting to a computer for recording via Blackstar's software, offering amp modeling and preset management capabilities.
