Blackstar HT Stage 60 112 MKII
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Key Information About the Blackstar HT Stage 60 112 MK III Amp
- All-tube 60W combo : 2 ECC83 preamp tubes and 2 EL34 power tubes, designed for both studio and stage use.
- 3 channels + 6 footswitchable voices : a highly crafted "boutique" clean and two high-gain overdrive channels covering blues to modern metal.
- Built-in CabRig DSP : speaker and mic simulation with numerous combinations (cabinet, microphone, placement, room) and outputs ready for console or recording.
- Versatile and controllable : patented ISF, power reduction down to 10%, and effects loop with level selection for clean integration of your pedals and racks.
Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The HT Stage 60 112 MK III belongs to the HT Venue series, a range known for delivering solid clean tones, quality overdrive, and ergonomics designed for guitarists juggling rehearsals, studio sessions, and concerts in a "ready-to-play" format. This MK III version modernizes the approach by integrating the CabRig DSP simulation as standard, facilitating direct recording and mic-less setups.
Who This Amp Is For
This combo is aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a versatile and reliable tube amp for rehearsals and live performance without sacrificing studio precision. With its three channels and switchable voices, it suits pop/rock, blues, and classic rock styles as well as modern high-gain saturations. The power reduction and CabRig outputs also make it an excellent choice for home recording and venues where volume control is essential.
Features and Innovations
The HT Stage 60 112 MK III offers three footswitchable channels and six switchable voices to quickly move from a detailed clean to a tight crunch, then to a more focused high-gain saturation. The boutique-style clean channel provides extended tone controls to shape attack and spectral balance, while the two overdrive channels are designed for high gain levels with control and definition.
To tailor the response to your guitar and cabinet, the patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) allows you to vary the overall EQ character from more "straight" to more "scooped/singing" depending on your style. Regarding volume management, the power reduction down to 10% helps maintain a more usable "tube feel" at lower levels. The digital reverb includes a Dark/Light switch and its decay time can be adjusted via the Architect software. Finally, the effects loop with level selector simplifies integrating modulation, delay, and reverb effects outside the preamp.
The Sound
As an all-tube amp, the HT Stage 60 112 MK III emphasizes expressive dynamics and a natural response under the fingers, with progressive compression when pushing the power stage. The clean channel aims for a wide and musical clarity, ideal for chords, arpeggios, and pedals, while the overdrive channels deliver dense, articulated, and modern saturation, capable of remaining clear in standard tuning as well as lower tunings. The Presence and Resonance controls help adjust brightness in the highs and sustain in the lows according to the room, and the Celestion 1x12 speaker provides the projection and punch expected from a stage combo.
Technical specifications
| Effects | Reverb, Amp Simulator | Category | Amplifier |
| Category | Guitar combo | Number of channels | 3 |
| Technology | Tubes | Speaker diameter | 12" |
| Effects loop | Yes | Number of speakers | 1 |
| Amp tubes | 2 x EL34 | Color | Black |
| Pre-amp tubes | 2 x ECC83 | Finishing | Black tolex |
| Attenuator | Yes | Power output | 60 W |
| Type | all-tube guitar combo | Reverb | digital with Dark/Light switch |
| Power | 60 watts | Reverb time adjustment | via Architect software |
| Power reduction | down to 10% of full power | Speaker simulation | built-in CabRig DSP |
| Preamp tubes | 2 x ECC83 | CabRig outputs | 6.35mm TS jack, balanced XLR, and USB-C |
| Power tubes | 2 x EL34 | USB-C | recording and connection to Architect and CabRig software |
| Channels | three footswitchable channels | Effects level selector | yes |
| Voices | six switchable voices via pedal | Speaker | Celestion 1x12 |
| Clean channel | boutique style with extended tone controls | Format | compact size for greater portability |
| Overdrive | two high-gain overdrive channels | Design | sleek and modern style |
| Controls | Presence, Resonance, master volume | ||
Questions frequently asked
Does the Blackstar HT Stage 60 112 MKII allow playing at reduced volume?
The 60 W power can be reduced down to 10% of full power thanks to the built-in attenuator. This feature helps utilize the response of the tube amplification at a lower level.
What channels and sounds are available?
Three footswitchable channels provide access to six voices, also switchable with a pedal. The boutique-style clean channel offers extended tone controls, while two overdrive channels cover high gain levels.
Can this amp record directly via USB?
A USB-C connection allows direct recording and interfacing with the Architect and CabRig software. The integrated CabRig DSP speaker simulation is included. Balanced XLR and unbalanced 6.35 mm jack outputs are also available for mic-free use.
What tube configuration does this combo feature?
The power stage is based on two EL34 tubes and the preamp on two ECC83 tubes. This setup is paired with the 12-inch Celestion speaker built into the combo.
Is the effects loop suitable for delay and modulation pedals?
The built-in effects loop includes a level selector to facilitate adding external effects. It allows placement of delay, modulation, or reverb effects after the preamp.
