Blackstar Saint James 50 6L6 212 50W 2x12" Tube Combo Amplifier STJ506L6212

When it comes to next-generation valve amplifiers, the Saint James 50 6L6 212 50W 2x12" Tube Combo Amplifier stands out as a top choice for modern musicians. This lightweight powerhouse, developed by Blackstar, is one of the lightest 50 watt valve guitar amplifiers available today, offering an unparalleled blend of portability and performance.The Saint James 50 6L6 212 is equipped with a 6L6 variant that delivers pristine clean headroom, further enhanced by Blackstar's most potent Overdrive circuit to date. The result is a range of tones so intense, they're guaranteed to quicken your pulse.Designed for both studio and stage use, this amplifier features switchable power modes for volume control and an inbuilt reactive load that routes the post-power valve output signal to the amp's direct recording outputs. Coupled with Blackstar's advanced and fully customizable CabRig DSP speaker simulator, you'll experience an authentic 'amp-in-a-room' feel.The sound of the Saint James 50 6L6 212 is a testament to Blackstar's commitment to innovation and quality. Drawing inspiration from some of the most iconic amps of the 20th and 21st centuries, Blackstar designed their own circuits from scratch in Northampton, England. This ensures not only a replication of beloved classic tones but also the ability to sculpt your guitar tone like never before, pushing your creative boundaries.The amplifier also features Blackstar's patented reactive load box, a class-leading innovation built directly into the Saint James. This, along with the user-friendly CabRig interface, allows you to create the sound in your head with ease.The Saint James 50 6L6 212 also offers professional connectivity options, including USB for pure valve tone in your recordings, XLR CabRig for stage brilliance without mics, and a 1/4" output for driven valve amp bliss through your headphones.In collaboration with Celestion, Blackstar has pioneered the extraordinary Zephyr lightweight speaker. Like a Formula 1 race car, unnecessary weight has been stripped back, resulting in a lightweight speaker that still uses a traditional Ferrite magnet.The amplifier's cabinet is made from Candlenut plywood, chosen for its strength, lightness, and beneficial acoustic properties. This ensures a roadworthy cabinet that sounds great and will last a lifetime.Finally, the Saint James 50 6L6 212 features a new patent-pending transformer, combining modern SMPS technology for lightweight and universal voltage compatibility with the classic feel of traditional iron-core transformers. This innovation is set to redefine benchmarks for valve amplification.