Sound Like A Pro From The Get-Go: The Blackstar Debut 50R offers professional-grade sound right from the start. This simple and elegant all-analogue amplifier is a great alternative to digital modelling amps. Ideal for players of all levels, it excels whether you’re jamming in a bedroom, practicing in a small room, or performing on stage. Engineered with MOSFET technology, it delivers authentic valve-like tones that enhance your playing experience.

Groundbreaking MOSFET Design: At the core of the Debut 50R is Blackstar’s exclusive MOSFET preamp design. This technology emulates the valve tone found in high-end amps but in a compact, lightweight format. The MOSFET design ensures rich, detailed sound with every note, based on Blackstar’s award-winning valve amps.

A Gigging Workhorse: The Debut 50R is built to handle both your first gig and regular performances. Its robust design and versatile features make it a reliable choice for live shows. With a wide range of tones and a solid pedal platform, the Debut 50R provides the power and tonal options needed for any stage.

The Features You Need: The Debut 50R includes essential features for aspiring guitarists. It offers two footswitchable channels, allowing easy switching between clean and overdrive tones. The patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) tone control lets you fine-tune your sound. The amplifier also features power reduction from 50W to 5W, a series effects loop, and custom-voiced digital reverb with Plate and Hall options.

Clean & Overdrive Channels: The amp’s two channels are designed for specific tones. The clean channel, inspired by the HT-20R MKII, includes a “Bright” switch and provides clear, headroom-rich sounds. The overdrive channel, modeled after the St. James 6L6, offers tones ranging from blues and classic rock to heavy metal. Both channels deliver exceptional valve tone recreation, suitable for various styles.

Silent Practice: The headphone/recording output of the Debut 50R is perfect for quiet practice. It simulates the tonal characteristics of a guitar speaker cabinet, maintaining detailed sound even at lower volumes. This feature is ideal for practicing or recording without disturbing others.

Power Reduction: A standout feature is the power reduction capability. Switch from 50W to 5W to play at lower volumes without sacrificing tone quality. This feature is great for home practice and late-night sessions.

Footswitchable Channels: The Debut 50R supports dual footswitch control, allowing easy switching between channels and reverb. Use a 2-way footswitch to control these features, offering greater flexibility (note: footswitch sold separately).

Music Playback: Plug in your phone, tablet, or audio device and enjoy your favorite tracks through the amp’s speakers. The Debut 50R provides excellent audio quality, making it a versatile option for music playback.

Specifications:

• Power Output: 50 watts, with power reduction option from 50W to 5W for flexibility in volume and tone
• Channels: 2 channels—Clean and Overdrive for tonal variety
• Preamp: MOSFET preamp, delivering tube-like warmth and response
• Tone Control: Patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) control for dialing in British to American tones
• Reverb Options: Selectable ‘Plate’ and ‘Hall’ reverb for added depth and ambiance
• Connectivity:
  • Line In: Allows for music playback, ideal for jamming or practicing along with tracks
  • Speaker Emulated Line Out: Enables silent practice or direct recording with authentic speaker-emulated tone
  • Headphone Output: Plays back Line In sources through headphones for silent jamming
• Speaker: 1×12″ custom-designed speaker, tuned for optimal bass response and clarity
• Effects Loop: Series loop for integration with external effects pedals
• Footswitch Control: Dual footswitch capability for hands-free channel switching and reverb control
• Footswitch Compatibility: Compatible with a 2-button latching footswitch (sold separately) for versatile setup options