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Blackstar's St. James 50 EL34 50W 1x12 Guitar Combo Amp brings boutique tube tone and innovative design to guitarists everywhere. The St. James 50 EL34 is Blackstar's most advanced valve combo amp, offering a lightweight, portable package without sacrificing power or performance. Developed after meticulous analysis of vintage amps, the St. James' two footswitchable channels deliver pristine cleans and overdriven grit with equal aplomb. This 50-watt tone machine will take your playing to the next level.

Unmatched Versatility for Any Playing Style

From jazz to metal and everything in between, the St. James 50 EL34 has a setting for you. Its two ECC83 preamp tubes and dual EL34 power tubes provide a wide tonal palette to craft your signature sound. Switch between 50-, 5- and 2-watt settings with the Power Reduction knob for maximum volume flexibility, whether practicing at home or performing on stage. An effects loop and reverb tank offer further tone-shaping options for guitarists seeking a customized rig.

Premium Components for Premium Tone

Blackstar built the St. James 50 EL34 to last using only the highest quality components. Its solid candlenut plywood cabinet reduces weight without sacrificing durability or tone. An exclusive Celestion Zephyr 70 ferrite speaker was custom-designed to complement the St. James' sonic capabilities. An inductive load allows you to push the EL34 power tubes to their limit even without a speaker connected, so you can capture killer tones via the USB output and Cab Rig DSP speaker simulator.

Record and Perform Like Never Before

The St. James 50 EL34 comes equipped with everything needed for studio and stage. Its USB output features Blackstar's Cab Rig technology, providing advanced DSP cabinet simulation for recording directly to your DAW. XLR and line outputs offer balanced connections to PAs, mixers and recording interfaces. A footswitch lets you change channels and activate channel boosts on the fly for enhanced live performance. This revolutionary combo amp will take your playing and recording to new heights.

Lightweight and Road-Ready

Weighing in at just over 42 pounds, the St. James 50 EL34 is Blackstar's lightest 50-watt tube combo amp. Its compact, ergonomic design makes transporting and handling this amp incredibly easy. A durable nylon carry case is included to protect your investment when gigging or traveling. The St. James 50 EL34 lets you take boutique tube tone wherever your playing takes you.

Blackstar St. James 50 EL34 50W 1x12 Guitar Combo Amp Fawn
Blackstar St. James 50 EL34 50W 1x12 Guitar Combo Amp Fawn
Blackstar St. James 50 EL34 50W 1x12 Guitar Combo Amp Fawn

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  • Studio quality digital reverb and effects loop
  • Ultra-lightweight 50-watt combo
  • 2 x ECC83, 2 x EL34
  • Two footswitchable channels and footswitchable channel II boost
  • 50W / 5W / Sag power reduction
  • USB audio output with Cab Rig advanced DSP cabinet simulator
  • Exclusive 1x12" Celestion G12Z-70 ‘Zephyr’ 8-ohm custom-designed, lightweight speaker
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Formaldehyde (gas), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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Footswitchable channels: 2

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Reviewed by 3 customers

  • Never again

    1

    submitteda year ago

    byWes

    fromChicago

    I had one for three weeks. I have played at most, about middle to three quarters, of the power range….tonight it went dead in the middle of a show. Luckily I had a dependable Peavey amp also on stage, and was able to switch over quickly. Good thing I got pro coverage

  • Fantastic amp!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byJohn

    fromHowell, MI

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This amp sounds incredible and it's amazingly light. I was looking for a great sounding tube amp with an effects loop and 2 channels. I was really surprised at just how good this sounds and it's overall loudness.

  • Can't see it!

    3

    submitted3 years ago

    bySteve

    fromSan Marco CA

    I wanted to like this amp sooooo bad. Couldn't buy it. The gain does come close to creating a good distortion. The cleans are ok but not special. I played it at my local GC. Walked away from it. Even the GC reps were shocked at what little it gave at the price asked. You better buy pedals to support it. 'Maybe' that might work. To many other options for the same if not less money.

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