Blackstar HT-5R MkII 5W Combo Guitar Amp | Second Hand

Blackstar HT-5R MkII A 5-watt, two-channel all-valve guitar combo amplifier with built-in power reduction and direct recording connectivity.

The Blackstar HT-5R MkII represents the evolution of the brand’s award-winning HT series, engineered to deliver authentic valve performance tailored for the modern studio and practice environment. Designed with the intent to provide low-wattage compression and harmonic richness, this amplifier bridges the gap between traditional tube tone and contemporary workflow requirements.

Constructed as a 1x12 combo, the hardware centers around an ECC83 preamplifier valve and a 12BH7 dual-triode power amp valve configured in a unique push-pull design. The amplifier drives a single, custom-voiced 12-inch Blackstar speaker. Physical controls are located on a top-loading panel, complemented by front-panel chickenhead knobs, a 1/4-inch instrument input, an auxiliary line input, and an effects loop with switchable level attenuation on the rear panel.

Sonic Performance & Tone Shaping

• Push-Pull Valve Architecture: The low-powered 12BH7 power amplifier stage generates the natural crunch, break-up, and compression characteristics of a traditional high-output 100W stage at manageable volume levels.

• Patented Infinite Shape Feature (ISF): A dedicated control continuously modifies the response of the three-band equalizer network, shifting seamlessly from an American-style tight bass and aggressive mid-range to a warm, woody British-style response.

• Footswitchable Dual Channels and Voicings: Features independent Clean and Overdrive channels, each equipped with two distinct voicings—ranging from pristine, bright cleans to high-gain, modern saturated overdrives.

• Dynamic Power Reduction: An integrated attenuation circuit drops the output from 5 Watts down to 0.5 Watts at the press of a button, driving the power stage hard without expanding the acoustic footprint.

Advanced Connectivity & Studio Integration

• Direct USB Audio Output: Implements a direct-to-computer USB port, allowing the conversion of pure analog valve tone into a digital DAW environment without the need for an external audio interface.

• Professional Balanced Outputs: Includes a dedicated XLR D.I. output and a stereo headphone/line jack, both utilizing frequency-corrected speaker emulation with selectable 1x12 or 4x12 cabinet voicing.

• Built-in Load Protection: Internal circuitry allows safe operation of the amplifier without a speaker cabinet connected, facilitating completely silent recording sessions.

• Studio-Quality Reverb: Equipped with a newly voiced digital reverb processor referenced against classic and modern units, optimized to sit smoothly within a guitar frequency spectrum.

Designed in the United Kingdom, the Blackstar HT-5R MkII features a rugged cabinet shell with a 3-degree angled front face for enhanced projection. Its robust build quality ensures durability during transport between home, rehearsal space, and tracking sessions. This amplifier is intended for semi-professional and professional musicians seeking uncompromising valve saturation for tracking, monitoring, and low-volume rehearsals.

Second Hand

This amp is in excellent condition, great for at-home, studio and small gigs.

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