Blackstar ARTISAN 15 HandWired Guitar Amplifier Head 15w Valve Amp

Product

Information: The portable head version of the

acclaimed Artisan 15 Guitar Amplifier. Two channels, one based on an

EF86 Pentode and the other an ECC83 Triode, refine legendary vintage

and boutique reference tones. The EL84 based power section is

switchable between a 5W triode mode and a more dynamic 15W pentode

mode configuration, for the ultimate in low power valve amplifier

flexibility.

Class A 15W head

Switch for 5W triode mode / 15W pentode mode

2 x EL84 output valves

EF86 channel

ECC83 channel

Hi and Lo inputs perfect for channel blending

Impedance selector

HANDWIRED

Each Artisan amplifier is designed to offer the widest range of classic vintage

and boutique tones to the highest possible sonic standard. This is achieved by

the design of electronics circuits that work in harmony with the finest

components and materials available. All the designs are simple in their

operation and yet deceptively flexible in their functionality.

SWITCH 5W TRIODE MODE / 15W PENTODE MODE

In triode mode the tone is round and bluesy with a mellow top end for laid back

soloing. The triode mode also has the benefit of producing more saturated

distortion tones at lower output levels which makes this mode ideal for

recording and practice. The pentode mode produces a more dynamic feel and is

louder and more punchy than the triode mode. This setting is recommended for

dynamic clean sounds and more pushy sounding crunch tones. This is a great

setting for rehearsals and small club gigs.

CHANNEL BLENDING

The Artisan's topology allows the blending of the two channels. By paralleling

the guitar connection to the inputs of Channel 1 and Channel 2 endless tonal

variations can be explored. Use the hi input if you wish to achieve power

amplifier break-up and overdrive. Use the lo input if you wish the amplifier to

remain clean (this is especially useful if the guitar used has high output

pick-ups).

IMPEDENCE SELECTOR

The control matches the amplifier's impedance to that of the connected speakers.

Always ensure that the selected impedance matches that of the internal and/or

external speaker cabinets. (if combo). The Artisan's (combo only) internal

speaker is 16 Ohms, so when used by itself the Impedance Selector must be set to

16 Ohms. If an additional 16 Ohm speaker cabinet is used together with the

internal speaker the Impedance Selector should be set to 8 Ohms. A speaker

cabinet of less than 16 Ohms should not be used together with the internal

speaker. (show diagram of the speakers possible)

WELDED STEEL CHASSIS

The Artisan range represents quality. This is reflected in the fact that the

amplifier uses a welded steel chassis for strength and durability as well as

overall quality. Specifications:

GENERAL

Product Range Artisan Series

Model Artisan 15H

Technology Type Valve

VALVES

Preamp Valves ECC83, EF86

Poweramp Valves 2 x EL84

ELECTRONICS

Wattage 15

Inputs Hi Input, Low Input for each channel

Controls Volume and Tone for each channel

Channels 2 - Channel 1 – The ECC83, Channel 2 – The EF86 Channel

DIMENSIONS

Weight 12.5KG

Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth) 609 x 251.8 x 208.5 (mm)