Blackstar Unity Bass U60 60-Watt 1 x 10-inch Bass Combo Amp
The U60 delivers 60 watts through a 1 x 10-inch Eminence Opus speaker in a compact cabinet, which makes it a sensible pick for home use, teaching and small rooms where a 12-inch cab is more than you need.
- 60 watts, 1 x 10-inch Eminence Opus speaker.
- Three preamp voicings: Classic, Modern and Overdrive, from valve grind to high headroom clean.
- 3-band EQ with a semi parametric Mid knob for detailed midrange control.
- Compression and chorus effects on board for punch and depth.
- XLR and 1/4 inch line outputs with independent level control, so it can go straight to a desk.
- -10dB pad for both active and passive basses.
- MP3 and line input for practice, plus a ground lift for eliminating unwanted noise.
- Integrated link for the Unity U250ACT powered cabinet, which adds 250 watts when you need more.
The Blackstar Unity Bass U60 was built for tonal flexibility. Pick one of three preamp voicings, shape it with the 3-band EQ, then add compression and chorus for punch and depth. It has enough connectivity for live, studio and home use.
What the 10-inch format gives you
Sixty watts into a 1 x 10-inch Eminence Opus speaker makes for a manageable amp. A 10-inch driver is quicker and tighter in the upper bass, which suits practice, teaching and recording, and the smaller cabinet is easier to carry and easier to find space for. If you rarely need to compete with a live drummer, this is the sensible size.
Three voicings and a semi parametric mid
Whatever sound you have in mind, the U60 starts with Classic, Modern and Overdrive preamp voicings, covering everything from valve grind to high headroom clean. The 3-band EQ adds a semi parametric Mid knob, so you can move the mid frequency itself rather than only boosting or cutting a fixed point. Compression and chorus are built in when you want more punch and depth.
Connections
- XLR and 1/4 inch line outputs with independent level control.
- A -10dB pad to accommodate active and passive instruments.
- MP3 and line input for playing along.
- Ground lift for eliminating unwanted noise.
If you outgrow it
An integrated link for Blackstar's Unity U250ACT powered cabinet lets you add an extra 250 watts of power to the rig, so the U60 does not become the ceiling if your playing situation changes.