Blackstar HT-5R MKIII

Introducing the HT-5R MK III

The HT-5R MK III takes the revered design from the award-winning MkII series to new heights with incredible performance, gorgeous looks and game-changing new features from improved voicings to the addition of our IR-based CabRig™ speaker simulator software.

FEATURES

• 5 watt combo

• ECC83 preamp valve, 12BH7 power amp valve

• Unique push-pull power amp design

• CabRig IR-based Speaker Simulator Software

Big Valve Tone, Small Amp
Valve amps sound best when cranked; the unique feel, dynamics and natural compression of a valve power stage running hot is widely considered the holy grail of guitar tone. The problem is turning your 100W valve amp up to these volumes is neither practical for yourself, nor your neighbours. Our HT-5R MK III, with its unique push-pull power amp, gives you this coveted valve performance at volumes suitable for home practice and recording.

Perfect for Playing & Recording
Alongside providing capture-ready valve tones at any volume, the HT-5R MK III comes equipped with a direct USB-C output which can send 2 channels (left and right) to your DAW, ensuring the easiest way to capture authentic valve tone in recordings without the need for an interface.

The best part? These amps have in-built load protection, meaning you can use them without a cabinet connected for silent practice and recording.

Tonal Options
The HT-5R MK III has 2 channels, clean and overdrive, each with 2 voicing options. With HT-5R MK III, each Voice switch introduces comprehensive circuit alterations in both the preamp and power amp to recreate authentic reference tones without compromise. This includes EQ voicing, tone stack position in the circuit, the gain, and power amp damping. Achieve diverse tonal options with the flick of a single switch!

IR-based CabRig™ speaker simulator
CabRig™, our class-leading IR-based speaker simulator comes as standard in the HT-5R MK III, offering hundreds of different cabinet, mic, and room combinations. Save your favourites to three presets for easy access directly from the amplifier. Get premium valve tones into your headphones, monitors and mixes.

What does HT mean?
‘HT’ stands for ‘High Tension’ and refers to the high voltages used in valve circuits like HT MK III. The HT name goes back to the very beginning of Blackstar and our first products: the HT valve pedals.

NEW CabRig™ IR-based speaker simulator technology
CabRig™ is our advanced IR-based speaker simulator, delivering mic’d up guitar cab sounds with unparalleled detail. With zero latency and superior flexibility over IR snapshots, CabRig™ perfectly simulates cabinets and rooms. Dive into its software for exceptional tones via USB or headphones.

SPECIFICATIONS

Wattage: 5W
Valves: ECC83 Preamp, 12BH7 Power Amp
Channels/Voices: 2 Channels, 2 Voices Per Channel
Footswitchable: Yes - Channels & Voices
Speakers: 1x 12" Blackstar Designed
Reverb: Yes
Cabrig Output: Yes (USB C, Balanced XLR & Jack)
Effects Loop: Yes
USB Recording: Yes (USB-C)
Power Reduction: Yes (To 0.5W)
Weight: 12.4kg
Dimensions: 441 x 410.5 x 249 (mm)