The Blackstar Artist 30 2-Channel 30-Watt 2×12″ Guitar Combo Amplifier is a versatile, gig-ready amp inspired by Blackstar’s boutique Artisan series. With two independent channels, it delivers everything from pristine, glassy American-style clean tones to gritty British crunch and high-gain drive. Powered by 6L6 tubes, the clean channel offers a clear, dynamic foundation, while the dirty channel provides rich, responsive crunch that pairs perfectly with boost or overdrive pedals for soaring leads. The dual 12″ Celestion V-type speakers ensure a balanced blend of vintage warmth and modern clarity, giving your tone the presence to cut through any mix.
Designed for modern guitarists, the Artist 30 is packed with practical features. Blackstar’s patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) control lets you seamlessly shift the amp’s tonal character between American and British voicings, offering endless sonic possibilities. The onboard reverb ranges from subtle ambience to lush, surf-style washes, while the series effects loop ensures maximum clarity for time-based effects like delays and choruses. Both channels are engineered to work flawlessly with pedals, making the clean channel a perfect canvas for drives, fuzzes, and distortions, and the dirty channel a dream for boosting into high-gain territory.
Whether you’re performing live, recording in the studio, or rehearsing, the Artist 30’s 30-watt output provides ample power for most gigs while remaining responsive to your playing dynamics. Its robust construction and thoughtful design make it a reliable workhorse for any guitarist seeking a versatile, pedal-friendly platform that delivers professional-grade tones.
