{"product_id":"blackstar-artisan-15-handwired-guitar-amplifier-head-15w-valve-amp","title":"Blackstar ARTISAN 15 HandWired Guitar Amplifier Head 15w Valve Amp","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduct\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInformation: The portable head version of the\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eacclaimed Artisan 15 Guitar Amplifier. Two channels, one based on an\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEF86 Pentode and the other an ECC83 Triode, refine legendary vintage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eand boutique reference tones. The EL84 based power section is\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eswitchable between a 5W triode mode and a more dynamic 15W pentode\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003emode configuration, for the ultimate in low power valve amplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eflexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClass A 15W head\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSwitch for 5W triode mode \/ 15W pentode mode\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2 x EL84 output valves\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEF86 channel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eECC83 channel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHi and Lo inputs perfect for channel blending\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eImpedance selector\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHANDWIRED\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach Artisan amplifier is designed to offer the widest range of classic vintage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eand boutique tones to the highest possible sonic standard. This is achieved by\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ethe design of electronics circuits that work in harmony with the finest\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ecomponents and materials available. All the designs are simple in their\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eoperation and yet deceptively flexible in their functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSWITCH 5W TRIODE MODE \/ 15W PENTODE MODE\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn triode mode the tone is round and bluesy with a mellow top end for laid back\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003esoloing. The triode mode also has the benefit of producing more saturated\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003edistortion tones at lower output levels which makes this mode ideal for\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003erecording and practice. The pentode mode produces a more dynamic feel and is\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003elouder and more punchy than the triode mode. This setting is recommended for\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003edynamic clean sounds and more pushy sounding crunch tones. This is a great\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003esetting for rehearsals and small club gigs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCHANNEL BLENDING\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Artisan's topology allows the blending of the two channels. By paralleling\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ethe guitar connection to the inputs of Channel 1 and Channel 2 endless tonal\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003evariations can be explored. Use the hi input if you wish to achieve power\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eamplifier break-up and overdrive. Use the lo input if you wish the amplifier to\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eremain clean (this is especially useful if the guitar used has high output\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003epick-ups).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIMPEDENCE SELECTOR\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe control matches the amplifier's impedance to that of the connected speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlways ensure that the selected impedance matches that of the internal and\/or\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eexternal speaker cabinets. (if combo). The Artisan's (combo only) internal\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003espeaker is 16 Ohms, so when used by itself the Impedance Selector must be set to\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e16 Ohms. If an additional 16 Ohm speaker cabinet is used together with the\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003einternal speaker the Impedance Selector should be set to 8 Ohms. A speaker\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ecabinet of less than 16 Ohms should not be used together with the internal\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003espeaker. (show diagram of the speakers possible)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWELDED STEEL CHASSIS\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Artisan range represents quality. This is reflected in the fact that the\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eamplifier uses a welded steel chassis for strength and durability as well as\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eoverall quality.        Specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGENERAL\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct Range Artisan Series\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eModel Artisan 15H\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnology Type Valve\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVALVES\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreamp Valves ECC83, EF86\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePoweramp Valves 2 x EL84\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eELECTRONICS\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWattage 15\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInputs Hi Input, Low Input for each channel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eControls Volume and Tone for each channel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChannels 2 - Channel 1 – The ECC83, Channel 2 – The EF86 Channel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight 12.5KG\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDimensions (Width x Height x Depth) 609 x 251.8 x 208.5 (mm)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blackstar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51900460302621,"sku":"ARTISAN-15HCMI","price":2158.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/2092\/9309\/files\/ARTISAN-15HCMI.jpg?v=1781810338","url":"https:\/\/scarlettmusic.com.au\/products\/blackstar-artisan-15-handwired-guitar-amplifier-head-15w-valve-amp","provider":"Scarlett Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}