Blackstar ID:CORE V4 Stereo 40

Award-winning programmable guitar amps

Whether a beginner or a pro, when you play we want you to have the best possible playing experience. That’s why the same R&D team responsible for our professional amps also designed the ID:CORE V4. Unique innovations and connectivity give guitarists the best possible sound from the first time they plug in.

Incredible tone and immersive Super Wide Stereo sound will inspire your playing. Guitarist-friendly controls combine with the power of programmability for an amazingly versatile tonal range from pristine clean to high gain. Live streaming to your smartphone is easy using a common TRRS cable and built-in USB-C connectivity allows you to easily record directly to your computer. Our free Architect software gives you access to our state-of-the-art CabRig™ Lite advanced cabinet simulator, along with deep editing and patch management.

FEATURES

• 40W (2x20W Super Wide Stereo)

• 6 Voices; Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch, Super Crunch, OD1, OD2

• 2 x Blackstar 6.5″ speakers

• Effects; Delay x 4 Modulation x 4 Reverb x 4

• Patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature)

• Power reduction down to 1 Watt

• Footswitchable

Playing

• Free Architect software for deep editing & patch sharing online.

• Incredible tones; from pristine cleans to crunch and high gain overdrive.

• 12 built-in effects, all in immersive Super Wide Stereo.

• Patented ISF control for unlimited tonal flexibility.

• Comes with a built-in chromatic tuner.

Performing

• Direct-to-phone TRRS audio for high quality livestreaming or recording videos, making content creation with the ID:CORE V4 simple and intuitive.

• Store and recall your saved patches directly from the Architect software.

• The PB-1 powerbank (sold separately) allows for up to 9 hours of portable use with your ID:CORE V4.

• Power reduction down to 1W allows you to play at lower volumes without sacrificing tonal quality.

• The ID:CORE V4 40 is now louder than ever thanks to advancements in both hardware and software voicing.

Recording

• Features direct USB recording, making your amp double up as an interface.

• Comes with the fully customisable ‘CabRig™ Lite’, Blackstar’s very own advanced speaker simulator that allows you to fine tune your recording sound.

• Now uses USB-C connectivity.

Free Architect Software
Our free Architect software gives you access to our state-of-the-art CabRig Lite advanced cabinet simulator, along with deep editing and patch management.

Next-Gen Cab Simulator
User-configurable CabRig Lite is our next-generation Cab Simulator, with user controls for elements such as cabinet, mic, and mic room environment.

Super Wide Stereo Sound
Immerse yourself in sound; Blackstar's unique Super Wide Stereo technology gives you an immersive sound experience that will have you playing along to your backing tracks for hours - hear your playing all around the room with amazing state-of-the-art-sound.

ISF (Infinite Shape Feature)
Get the exact tone you're looking for, from USA to UK and everything in between. The patented ISF control allows you to choose the exact tonal signature you prefer. Fully counter clockwise has a more American characteristic with a tight bottom-end and more aggressive middle; fully clockwise has a British characteristic which is more 'woody' and less aggressive.

Convenient Portability
A unique recessed handle on the rear allows for easy carrying and the ability to take your ID:CORE V4 anywhere.

Power Reduction
Press the Power Reduction button to reduce the output stage from full power down to 1W; this means you can switch between the full power headroom and the lower 1W power at the press of a button, allowing you to play at lower volumes without sacrificing tonal quality. Perfect for home practice.

40W Now Louder Than Ever
Thanks to substantial advancements in both the hardware and software voicing, the ID:CORE V4 40 is now much louder. Plug in, turn it up, and get rocking.

Intuitive Controls & Deep Editing

• Guitarist-friendly controls combined with the power of programmability allows for an amazingly versatile tone range, from pristine cleans to high gain crunch and overdrive.

• Patented ISF control allows you to infinitely adjust the response of the tone control network, giving you access to both American and UK amp tones as well as the ability to blend anywhere inbetween.

• Hold down the Reverb button to engage the tuner; the effects LEDs show if you’re sharp, flat or in tune and the 6 Voices represent each of your 6 strings.

• Comes with free Architect software for deep editing and patch sharing online, along with CabRig™ Lite, our next generation Cab simulator.

Incredible Sound

• Re-voiced and enhanced studio quality effects allow you to create beautiful sonic textures in stunning Super Wide Stereo.

• ID:CORE V4 amps use full range linear speakers, so they’re perfect for gaming audio or watching movies; ID:CORE V4 is an amp you can use every day.

• Power reduction down to 1W on all models allows you to play at lower volumes without sacrificing any tonal quality.

• The ID:CORE V4 40 is now louder than ever – take your tone to the next level and crank the volume up.

Easy Recording

• 4-channel USB-C audio makes low-latency recording and professional re-amping simple and intuitive, turning your amp into an audio interface.

• Despite being small in size, the ID:CORE V4 delivers huge tones from a modern-looking compact amp.

• CabRig™ Lite is our next-generation Cab Simulator, with user-configurable controls for elements such as cabinet and mic placement.

• Direct-to-device recording and livestreaming made easy using a TRRS 3.5mm cable for input/output live streaming and content creation to a compatible device (i.e. iPhone, Android phone).

PB-1 Compatible
Take your ID:CORE V4 anywhere with the PB-1. The PB-1 PowerBank allows you to power the ID:CORE V4 wherever you are, with enough power to keep you playing for hours. USB outputs allow for charging other devices, essential to keep you powered on the go.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power: 40W (2x20W Super Wide Stereo)
Voices: 6 Voices; Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch, Super Crunch, OD1, OD2
EQ: Patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature)
Effects: Delay x 4 Modulation x 4 Reverb x 4
Tap Tempo: Y
Patch Locations: 6 Patches
Cabrig Speaker Simulator and Headphone Output: Y
Line In / Streaming: Y
Tuner: Y
Power Reduction:  Y
USB-C: Y
Footswitchable: Y
Speaker: 2 x Blackstar 6.5"
Weight (KG): 6.2
Dimensions (MM): 434(W) x 336(H) x 185(D)