Blackstar ID:Core 40 V4 Stereo Combo Guitar Amplifier

Blackstar ID:Core 40 V4 Stereo Combo Guitar Amplifier
Product no: 9000-0121-8809 Bax Music Warranty: This product comes with a 3-year warranty.

General

The Blackstar ID:Core has evolved again! This popular stereo guitar amplifier has reached its fourth incarnation and is still as perfect as ever for both beginners and experienced guitarists in need of a high-quality practice tool. The ID:Core V4 comes loaded with six different voicings ranging from pure cleans to fat high-gains, and in true Blackstar-signature-style, every sound can be nudged towards British-style or American-style thanks to the unique-and-patented Infinite Shape Feature (ISF).

The ID:Core V4: All You Need

In addition to two full-range speakers that support Super Wide Stereo sound, the Blackstar ID:Core V4 features built-in modulation, reverb and delay effects, the latter of which even comes with a tap tempo function. You also get six preset slots for storing your favourite setting combos, a built-in attenuator so you can drop the output to just 1 Watt, and a headphone output for more private practice sessions. Effects and functions aside, the linear speakers mounted inside the cabinet of this multifunctional combo can even serve as your personal stereo, whether it's for casual listening, watching movies or even gaming.

Live-Streaming and Recording

Thinking of modern guitarists, Blackstar have outfitted the fourth-gen ID:Core with various welcome upgrades, including the option to stream directly to platforms like Instagram via your phone and a TRRS cable. The ID:Core V4 10 also doubles as a USB audio interface and is equipped with Cab Rig Lite DSP speaker simulation technology to guarantee authentic sound. Lastly, this amp supports the free Architect-software for Windows/Mac so you can adjust the sound in detail and share patches with friends and fellow guitarists.

Specifications

Product features

Connectors	Aux-in, Footswitch, Headphone, Line-out, USB
Number of channels	1
Number of speakers	2
Amp modelling	yes
Sustainable product	not specified
Effects loop	no
Weight	5 - 9.9 kg
Built-in tuner	yes
Built-in effects	reverb (digital), tremolo (digital), chorus, phaser, delay, DSP / misc.
Colour	black
Speaker diameter	6.5 inches
Power attenuator	yes
Amplifier type	transistor
Amplifier valve	not applicable
Power in Watts	31 - 50 Watts
Can be powered by battery	yes

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight (incl. packaging)	7,7 kg
Dimensions (incl. packaging)	54,5 x 43,0 x 20,0 cm

Product specifications

Blackstar guitar amplifier combo
series: ID:Core
model: ID:Core V4 40
amplifier type: transistor
power output: 40W (2x 20W Super Wide Stereo)
speakers: 2x 6.5", Blackstar speakers
voicings: Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch, Super Crunch, OD1, OD2
built-in effects:
- modulation: phaser, chorus/flanger, envelope , tremolo
- delay: linear, analogue, tape, multi
- reverb: room, hall, spring, plate
tap tempo for delay
built-in tuner
presets: 6
connections:
- input: mono jack
- cab rig & phones: 3.5mm stereo mini-jack
- line in / streaming: 3.5mm stereo mini-jack
- USB
- power supply: 10V, 3A
optional accessories:
- PB-1 Power Bank (not included)
- FS-22 footswitch (not included)

features:

fourth-generation, high-quality entry-level amplifier
upgraded looks thanks to brushed front panel
live-stream to platforms like Instagram Live via smartphone using TRRS cable
low-latency USB-C recording and professional re-amping options
new Cab Rig Lite DSP speaker simulation via USB-C and TRRS recording
in-depth parameter tweaking and patch-sharing via free Architect software for Windows/Mac
impressive sound thanks to stereo effects and linear speakers
full-range speaker system, also suitable for gaming audio and watching films
built-in attenuator for reducing the output to 1 Watt
headphone output for playing privately
patented ISF control for blending American and British-style sound
option to use PB-1 PowerBank (not included) for 9 hours of portable performance

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Ben Ketelaar June 30, 2024

Wrote the following about Blackstar ID:Core 40 V4 Stereo Combo Guitar Amplifier

Goed, alleen een goede handleiding ontbreekt, ook op YouTube. De versterker an sich is beter dan m’n vorige, een Fender. Verder heb ik de software van Blackstar Architect nog niet onder controle.