Dept. 10 AMPED 1
Introducing AMPED 1, a compact pedal that packs a professional-grade 100 Watt guitar amplifier. This versatile unit transforms any pedalboard, modeling rig, or multi-effects setup into a stage-ready amplifier, giving you the freedom to carry your signature sound wherever you go. With the ability to reduce power down to 1 Watt and the convenience of USB-C connectivity, AMPED 1 seamlessly transitions between the studio and the stage, making it the ultimate choice for guitarists.
Introducing the Blackstar Dept. 10 Amped 1, a compact pedal that brings you the professional power of a 100-watt guitar amplifier in a pedal-sized package. Experience the authentic response and ‘feel’ of a genuine guitar amp, all within this sleek design that seamlessly integrates into your existing rig. Amped 1 has the ability to transform any pedalboard, amp modeler, or multi-effects unit into a stage-ready amplifier, giving you the flexibility to carry your signature sound wherever you go.
Amped 1 boasts a unique high-headroom power amp design that delivers maximum power and optimal tone with any cab setup at 8 or 16 Ohms. What’s more, this pedal-sized powerhouse can easily slip into your gig bag pocket, ensuring you can take your distinctive tone with you, wherever your musical journey leads.
This versatile device offers three distinct voices to cater to a variety of classic tones. “USA” is inspired by the clean tones of classic American amps from the ’60s, delivering sparkling cleans with a solid low end. “UK” draws inspiration from beloved British Class A amps of the early ’60s, providing a range of classic medium-gain crunch tones. Finally, the “Flat” setting offers a neutral preamp with a semi-parametric EQ, perfect for use with external preamps and amp modelers.
Amped 1 also features five authentic power valve responses – KT88, 6L6, EL34, 6V6, and EL84. Each setting faithfully reproduces the response, dynamics, sag, and break-up characteristics of the selected valve power amp:
KT88: Tight, bold, and dynamic Class A/B with a strong low end.
6L6: Tight dynamic Class A/B with extended highs and lows.
EL34: Classic British Class A/B crunch with a full-bodied soft break-up.
6V6: Crisp Class A with high compression and tight mids.
EL84: Bell-like full-bodied Class A with plenty of compression.
In addition, there’s a Linear setting optimized for transparent power amplification when paired with the Flat voice setting and external amp modelers.
Amped 1 offers a range of premium features, including power reduction (100w, 20w, 1w) to tailor your sound for any situation, from studio recording to live performance. It also features a 4-channel audio USB for easy recording and universal voltage support for worldwide use (from 100V to 240V ~ 50/60Hz). Built-in studio-quality reverb, an effects loop, and full MIDI functionality further enhance its versatility.
Key Features:
Power Reduction Switch: Choose from 100w, 20w, or 1w to match your power and response needs, from studio to stage.
Response Control: Capture the essence of various valve characteristics, offering both classic American and British amp tones in a single unit.
Cab Rig Software: Blackstar’s advanced DSP speaker simulator replicates the sound and feel of a mic’d guitar cab with incredible precision.
Low Latency USB Audio: Amped 1 doubles as a fully functional recording interface with four audio channels and XLR D.I. for live performances.
Pedalboard-Friendly Package: This remarkably powerful Amped 1 unit is conveniently compact, designed to fit into your gig bag pocket, ensuring your signature sound is always within reach.
Brand
Blackstar
Specs
- Power: 100W
- Voice: USA, UK, Flat
- EQ: Bass, Middle, Treble
- Power Reduction: 100W, 20W, 1W
- Response: KT88, 6L6, EL34, 6V6, EL84, Linear
- Reverb: Yes
- Reverb Freeze Effect: Yes
- Cab Rig DSP: Yes
- USB Audio: Yes
- XLR Cab Rig Output: Yes
- Effects Loop: Yes (series or parallel selectable in Architect)
- Footswitchable Preset: Yes
- MIDI Control: Yes
- Speaker Outputs: 8 Ohm, 16 Ohm
- 9V DC Output: 2 (maximum combined current 500mA)
- Voltage: 100V to 240V ~ 50/60Hz
- Weight (kg): 1.28
- Dimensions (mm): 200 x 81 x 149