Blackstar ID:Core 40H Stereo Head Owner`s manual
ID:CORE STEREO 10, ID:CORE STEREO 20,
ID:CORE STEREO 40 & ID:CORE STEREO 40H
Owner’s Manual
Designed and Engineered by
Blackstar Amplication UK
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
8. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
9. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
10. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
11. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
12. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
“TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS APPARATUS FROM THE AC MAINS,
DISCONNECT THE POWER-SUPPLY CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE”.
“WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THE APPARATUS SHALL
NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT OBJECTS FILLED
WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL NOT BE PLACED ON APPARATUS".
USA / Canada
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that
may be of sucient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.
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Warning!
Important safety information!
READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE ALL
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product!
Do not open the equipment case. There are no user serviceable parts in this
equipment. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Condensation can form on the inside of an amplier if it is moved from a cold
environment to a warmer location. Before switching the unit on, it is recommended
that the unit be allowed to reach room temperature.
Unauthorised modication of this equipment is expressly forbidden by Blackstar
Amplication Ltd.
Do not expose this apparatus to rain, liquids or moisture of any type.
Do not place this product on an unstable trolley, stand or table. The product may
fall, causing serious damage to the product or to persons!
This unit must only be used in a well ventilated area and never switched on when it
is within a poorly ventilated space, such as a bookcase.
This product should not be placed near a source of heat such as a stove, radiator,
or another heat producing amplier.
Use only the supplied power cord which is compatible with the mains voltage supply
in your area.
Power supply cords should always be handled carefully and should be replaced if
damaged in any way.
Never break o the earth (ground) pin on the power supply cord.
The power supply cord should be unplugged when the unit is to be unused for long
periods of time.
An apparatus with Class I construction should be connected to a mains socket
outlet with a protective earthing connection.
The mains plug of the power supply cord should remain readily accessible.
Before the unit is switched on, the loudspeaker should be connected as described
in the handbook using the lead recommended by the manufacturer.
Always replace damaged fuses with the correct rating and type.
Never disconnect the protective mains earth connection.
High loudspeaker levels can cause permanent hearing damage. You should
therefore avoid the direct vicinity of loudspeakers operating at high levels. Wear
hearing protection if continuously exposed to high levels.
If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are
followed, then refer the product to a qualied service engineer.
The U.S. Government's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has
specied the following permissible noise level exposures:
Duration Per Day In Hours Sound Level dBA, Slow Response
8 90
6 92
4 95
3 97
2 100
1½ 102
1 105
½ 110
¼ or less 115
According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could
result in some hearing loss.
Ear plug protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating
this amplication system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss if exposure is
in excess of the limits as set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous
exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons
exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels such as
this amplication system be protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in
operation.
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All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately
from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities
appointed by the government or the local authorities.
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Blackstar ID:Core amplifier. Like all our products, this
amp is the result of countless hours of painstaking Research and Development by
our world-class design team. Based in Northampton (UK), the Blackstar team are
all experienced musicians themselves and the sole aim of the development process
is to provide guitarists with products which are the ultimate tools for self-expression.
All Blackstar products are subjected to extensive laboratory and road testing to
ensure that they are truly uncompromising in terms of reliability, quality and above
all TONE.
ID:Core represents a truly ground-breaking achievement, combining unique
innovations, an intuitive, traditional control set and the versatility of programmability.
Please read through this handbook carefully to ensure you get the maximum benefit
from your new Blackstar product.
If you like what you hear and want to find out more about the Blackstar range of
products please visit our website at www.blackstaramps.com.
Thanks!
The Blackstar Team
Features
Since it's launch in 2007, Blackstar has led the way in the innovation of guitar
amplification. ID:Core represents the culmination years of technical Research and
Development. These amps have an intuitive control set like a traditional amp, but
have the versatility of programmability. The unique controls allow you, the guitarist,
to custom design your own sound.
The Voice control has six different settings – Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch,
Super Crunch, OD 1, OD 2. When used together with Blackstar’s patented ISF
control you can get the exact tone you’re thinking of.
The effects section delivers studio quality Super Wide Stereo modulation, delay and
reverb effects simultaneously that you can store with your sound.
Deep editing and storing of patches is simple using the Blackstar INSIDER software.
Patches can be shared, uploaded and downloaded via the online community. The
USB connector also allows you to record from your amp directly to your computer.
An emulated output and MP3/line input complete the package.
By using the unique Voice control and the patented ISF, ID:Core Series amplifiers
allow unparalleled flexibility and ease of use, enabling you to design the sound in
your head and deliver it at home, in the studio or in rehearsal.
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Factory Reset
The default factory patches and settings can be restored to your amplier at any
time. Simply hold down the MOD, DLY and REV switches simultaneously, whilst
switching on the amplier.
The voice LED will count down to indicate that a factory reset is imminent. If any of
the MOD, DLY and REV switches are released before the Voice LEDs have switched
o, then the operation is cancelled and the amplier will remain unaected.
Finally, switch the amplier power o to complete the process. When powered on,
your amplier will be restored to the factory default settings.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
This process will overwrite any user saved patches and settings.
Front Panel
1. Input
Plug your guitar in here.
Always use a good quality screened guitar lead.
2. Voice
The Voice control changes the preamp voicing, ranging from ultra clean to extremely
overdriven.
Clean Warm – Classic clean, dynamic
Clean Bright – ‘Boutique’, will break up when pushed hard
Crunch – Classic medium gain overdrive
Super Crunch – More gain and punch than Crunch
OD 1 – Hot-rodded Master Volume overdrive
OD 2 – Mid boosted overdrive
This setting is saved when you store a patch.
3. Gain
The Gain control adjusts the amount of overdrive or distortion. Low settings (counter
clockwise) will deliver a clean sound on the edge of break-up. As the Gain control is
turned clockwise the sound will become more overdriven, moving through beautiful
crunch tones until, at its maximum position, a full distorted tone is achieved. This
setting is saved when you store a patch.
4. Volume
This controls the preamp volume. High levels of volume will introduce the effect of
valve power amp distortion and compression. This is a global setting and not saved
when storing a patch.
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5. ISF
The patented ISF control allows you to choose the
exact tonal signature you prefer. Fully counter clockwise
has a more American characteristic with a tight bottomend and more aggressive middle, and fully clockwise
has a British characteristic which is more ‘woody’ and
less aggressive. This leads to a very familiar, musical
response. This setting is saved when you store a patch.
6. MOD (Modulation)
Press this switch to turn the stereo modulation effect on, off, or focus the effect for
editing. This setting is saved when you store a patch.
7. DLY (Delay)
Press this switch to turn the stereo delay effect on, off, or focus the effect for editing.
This setting is saved when you store a patch.
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8. REV (Reverb)
Press this switch to turn the stereo reverb effect on, off, or focus the effect for
editing. This setting is saved when you store a patch.
For all three effect switches/buttons, the LED shows what state the effect is in:
LED Eect State Description
LED not on Eect o Eect not active
LED red Eect on but not ‘focused’ for editing Eect is active, but not aected by the front
LED green Eect on and ‘focused’ for editing Eect active and aected by the front panel
panel eect controls
eect controls
Repeatedly pressing each effect switches on the front panel has the following effect:
Current Eect State Next Eect State
Eect o Turns the eect on and ‘focuses’ the eect. Any previously focused eect
Eect on but not ‘focused’ Focuses the eect. Any previously focused eect reverts to an ‘on’ state
Eect on and ‘focused’ Turns the eect o. If any other eect(s) are on, the previously ‘focused’ eect
reverts to an ‘on’ state
resumes being ‘focused’
NOTE: Only one effect may be ‘focused’ at any time.
9. Effect Type
This changes the effect type and edits a parameter of the currently ‘focused’ effect
(modulation, delay, or reverb).
Each segment represents a different effect (four for each type of effect). An
LED shows which effect type is currently active. The distance travelled through
the ‘segment’ modifies an effect parameter. The Effects Table below shows the
modifiable parameters.
This setting is saved when you store a patch.
11. Tap
The Tap switch is used to set the rate/time of the current ‘focused’ effect. The time
between each press of the tap button defines the rate set.
Once set, the Tap LED will flash in time with the set rate of the currently ‘focused’
effect.
The Effects Table below shows the modifiable parameters:
Effects Table
Eect Segment Parameter Level Parameter Tap Parameter
MODULATION
Phaser Mix Depth Speed
Flanger Feedback Depth Speed
Chorus Mix Depth Speed
Tremolo Frequency modulation depth Amplitude modulation depth Speed
DELAY
Linear Feedback Delay level Time
Analogue Feedback Delay level Time
Tape Feedback Delay level Time
Multi Feedback Delay level Time
REVERB
Room Size Reverb level -
Hall Size Reverb level -
Spring Size Reverb level -
Plate Size Reverb level -
This setting is saved when you store a patch.
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10. Effect Level
This modifies an effect parameter. For modulation and delay effects, turning the Level
control while holding down the Tap button (11) modifies the rate/time of the effect.
The Effects Table below shows the modifiable parameters.
This setting is saved when you store a patch.
12. Power Switch
This switch is used to turn the amplifier on and off; the white dot marks the ON
position.
13. USB
Plug a USB cable in here to connect the amplifier to a Windows PC or Mac.
Blackstar’s INSIDER software offers a host of features and can be downloaded
from: www.blackstarinsider.co.uk
See the USB Audio section on page 15 for more information.
NOTE: The amplifier will appear on a personal computer as an audio capture device
within recording software.
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14. Manual
Press this switch to toggle between Patch and Manual Mode. When the amplifier
is in Manual Mode, the sound will reflect the current physical position of the knobs.
This is applicable to the Voice, Gain, Volume and ISF knobs. Any effects that are
active when switching to Manual Mode will be turned off.
While in Manual Mode any of the controls can still be modified by the Blackstar
INSIDER software but this means that the sound will not represent the positions of
the knobs on the front panel
15. Footcontroller (ID:CORE STEREO 20, 40 and 40H only)
Connect a Blackstar FS-11 footcontroller (not supplied) to control your ID:Core in
one of the following modes:
FS-11 Switch 1 Switch 2
Default Mode Toggles between 2 patches,
Alternative Mode Patch down Patch up
selectable via INSIDER
Toggles all saved patch eects
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Patch Mode
Patch mode is indicated by the Manual LED (14) being unlit. See Programmability
section on page 14 for more information.
Tuner Mode
Holding the Tap (11) and Manual (14) switches together for one second will engage
the tuner. The Recall Indicator LED (18) will flash continuously to indicate the
amplifier is in Tuner Mode. The amplifier output will be muted whilst in Tuner Mode.
The Voice LEDs will indicate the closest note to the note being played.
Clean Warm String 1 (E)
Clean Bright String 2 (A)
Crunch String 3 (D)
Super Crunch String 4 (G)
OD 1 String 5 (B)
The MOD, DLY and REV LEDs act as indicators to show how close the played note
is to the tuned note.
MOD LED red Note is sharp (above pitch)
DLY LED green Note is in tune
REV LED red Note is at (below pitch)
All other LEDs on the front panel will be off in Tuner Mode.
Pressing any button will exit Tuner Mode.
In Alternative Mode (selected via INSIDER) patches will cycle on a ʻloopʼ.
e.g switching up from OD2 will move to Clean Warm.
When in Manual Mode, the effect of any footcontroller switch will depend on its last
state. Pressing Switch 1 will return the amplifier to Patch Mode. Pressing Switch 2
will toggle the effects off and on without returning to Patch Mode.
16. MP3/Line In
Connect the output of your MP3 or CD player here. Adjust the player’s volume to
match that of your guitar to enable you to play along.
17. Emulated/Headphone Out
This output emulates the tonal characteristics of a guitar speaker cabinet and
provides a natural tone for connection to headphones, a recording device, PA
system or mixing desk.
To make full use of the Super Wide Stereo effects, use a ‘stereo 3.5mm jack to
two mono jacks’ splitter lead to feed two channels of the recording device or mixer.
Always use a good quality screened lead.
Turning the Volume knob will control the Emulated Output level.
Amplifer
NOTE - ID:CORE STEREO 10/20/40 ONLY: The
speakers will mute when
a cable is connected to the Emulated Output.
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18. Recall Indicator
The Recall Indicator shows if there is a mismatch between the current value of a
parameter within the amplifier and the corresponding physical front panel control.
For example, when you change to a different patch the controls on the front panel
may not always reflect the setting you are hearing.
To prevent unexpected level jumps in the control you are adjusting, the front panel
knobs will have no effect on the sound until the knob reaches the current parameter
value. Once reached the Recall Indicator flashes twice and the knob ‘takes control’
of the value and can increase or decrease the value.
The recall indicator will flash each time the physical knob ‘passes through’ the
currently active value that you are hearing.
Recall is active for Gain, Volume and ISF.
When the Tuner is active the Recall Indicator will flash continuously.
Rear Panel
1. DC Input
The supplied detachable DC power supply is connected here. Always ensure the
Power Switch (12) is in the OFF position before connecting the power supply. The
lead should only be connected to a power outlet that is compatible with the voltage,
power and frequency requirements stated on the power supply. If in doubt seek
advice from a qualified technician.
2. Stereo Speaker Outputs – ID:CORE STEREO 40H ONLY
Your ID:Core amplifier has a stereo pair (1x left channel, 1x right channel) of speaker
outputs for connecting to one or more external speaker cabinets. The minimum
impedance for each of the two independent speaker outputs is 8 Ohms.
WARNING: The impedance of each output must never be less than 8 Ohms. Failure
to correctly match the impedance of the amplifier and speakers may damage the
amplifier.
Recalling Patches
When in Patch Mode turn the Voice control to choose the desired Voice patch.
Patches can also be recalled via the Blackstar INSIDER software or a connected
footcontroller (ID:CORE STEREO 20, 40 and 40H only).
NOTE:To recall a patch, the Manual LED must be off to indicate Patch Mode.
Turning the Voice control while the Manual LED is on (in Manual Mode) will only
select the indicated voice.
USB Audio
Standard audio drivers are used to connect the amplifier to a PC or Mac. No specific
drivers are required. For a guide on low-latency USB recording visit:
www.blackstaramps.com/usbrecording
NOTE: Always connect the amplifier via a main USB port, often found on the rear
of the computer.
The amplifier will appear as an audio capture device within recording software.
The USB audio signal output level from your ID:Core amplifier can be controlled
independently of your amplifier’s speaker volume by holding down the Tap switch
(11) whilst turning the Gain control (3) on the front panel (see the Advanced Features
section on page 16). This will allow you to achieve a strong recording signal level
whilst monitoring the output at a lower, more comfortable level, or even silently if you
prefer; simply turn the amplifier speaker volume to zero using the Volume control
on the front panel.
The output of the audio over USB can be changed via the Blackstar INSIDER
software, and can be one of the following:
Speaker emulated stereo effected audio channels
2 x mono audio channels
- Left – effected amplifier signal
- Right – unprocessed guitar signal
Reamping Mode
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Programmability
Storing Patches
Your ID:Core amplifier stores 6 patches (1 patch per Voice setting).
To store the current sound as a patch press and hold the Manual switch for two
seconds. The currently selected Voice LED will flash to indicate the patch has been
stored.
Storing a patch will overwrite any previous patch in that location.
Patches can also be stored via Blackstar’s INSIDER software.
NOTE: Each patch on your ID:Core must use the Voice setting assigned to that
patch i.e. the Clean Warm patch uses the Clean Warm voice.
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Reamping
The amplifier can be switched into Reamping Mode via the Blackstar INSIDER
software. This is a non-storable setting and will be switched off either when the
USB cable is removed, or when the amplifier power is switched off.
When activated, Reamping Mode allows the amplifier to accept a pre-recorded, dry
guitar signal via USB and return a fully processed audio signal. This return signal can
then be captured using recording software on the connected PC or Mac.
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Advanced Features
Your ID:Core amplifier has further advanced features which are aimed at more in-
depth users who enjoy getting the most from their amplifier. These features do
not have independent controls on the front panel of the amplifier, but instead are
accessed by using the Tap switch (11) as a ‘shift key’ and using other controls to
access these features.
Independent Music Playback Volume – Tap + Volume
Under most circumstances, the volume of your music playback via the MP3/
Line Input is effectively controlled directly from your playback device. For quieter
environments and general convenience you can also further reduce the music
playback volume of your ID:Core amplifier by simply holding down the Tap switch
(11) whilst turning the Volume control (4) on the front panel.
USB Recording Level – Tap + Gain
As stated in the USB Audio section (see page 15), the output level of the USB audio
signal from your ID:Core amplifier can be controlled independently of your amplifier’s
speaker volume by holding down the Tap switch (11) whilst turning the Gain control
(3) on the front panel.
Effect Speed/Time – Tap + Effects Level
As stated in the Effect Level section (see page 10), the speed/time of the modulation
and delay effects can be controlled by holding down the Tap switch (11) whilst
turning the Effect Level control (10) on the front panel. This can be very useful for
setting a specific accurate effect tempo instead of using the Tap switch.
Firmware Update
Firmware updates are initiated via the Blackstar INSIDER software. A new version
of the Blackstar INSIDER software will be released whenever an update is available.
Important note: Always connect the amplifier to a main USB port (usually found on
the on the rear of your PC or Mac) when updating the firmware. Never use a front
mounted USB port, USB hub or a USB extension cable. Doing so may result in a
failed update, which could cause your amplifier to become unresponsive.
When the amplifier is connected (via USB) to a version of the Blackstar INSIDER
software containing newer firmware, a message will be displayed prompting you
to install the latest files. Whilst updating, the amplifier controls will be unresponsive.
Front panel voice LEDs will cycle to indicate data activity during the update process.
The amplifier power should not be switched off during a firmware update. If the
amplifier is switched off during an update, the controls may be unresponsive after
the power is reapplied and the amplifier will produce no sound. The voice LEDs will
cycle to indicate that the amplifier contains no valid firmware.
If you are experiencing problems with the firmware update process the amplifier
can be forced to power up in Update Mode. Hold down the Manual (14) & MOD (6)
switches simultaneously, whilst switching on the amplifer to enter this mode with the
voice LEDs cycling to indicate Update Mode. Connect the amplifier to the Blackstar
INSIDER software to begin a firmware updae.
The amplifier must be connected to the Blackstar INSIDER software to reinstall
valid firmware. The update process will start automatically if the Blackstar INSIDER
software detects that the amplifier is in this state.
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Technical Specification
ID:CORE STEREO 10
Power: 2 x 5 Watts (Stereo 10 Watts)
Weight (kg): 3.7
Dimensions (mm): 340(W) x 265(H) x 185(D)
ID:CORE STEREO 20
Power: 2 x 10 Watts (Stereo 20 Watts)
Weight (kg): 5.2
Dimensions (mm): 375(W) x 292(H) x 185(D)
Footcontroller (not supplied): FS-11 footcontroller
ID:CORE STEREO 40
Power: 2 x 20 (Stereo 40 Watts)
Weight (kg): 6.2
Dimensions (mm): 434(W) x 336(H) x 185(D)
Footcontroller (not supplied): FS-11 footcontroller
ID:CORE STEREO 40H
Power: 2 x 20 (Stereo 40 Watts)
Weight (kg): 2.5
Dimensions (mm): 320(W) x 160(H) x 185(D)
Footcontroller (not supplied): FS-11 footcontroller
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Cet appareil doit être utilisé dans un environnement bien ventilé et ne doit jamais être
mis sous tension si l'endroit est conné.
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La loi américaine sur la santé et la sécurité du travail indique la durée d'exposition
autorisée à différents niveaux sonores:
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6 92
4 95
3 97
2 100
1½ 102
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½ 110
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Introduction
Merci d’avoir acheté cet amplificateur Blackstar ID:Core. Comme tous nos
produits, cet amplificateur est le résultat d’innombrables heures de recherche et
développement minutieux par notre équipe de conception de classe mondiale.
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Basée à Northampton (Royaume-Uni), l’équipe Blackstar est composée de
musiciens chevronnés et l’unique objectif du processus de développement est de
fournir aux guitaristes les outils ultimes pour s’exprimer.
Tous les produits Blackstar sont soumis à des tests intensifs en laboratoire et en
conditions réelles pour s’affranchir véritablement de tout compromis en termes de
fiabilité, de qualité et avant tout de SON.
L’ID:Series est véritablement révolutionnaire, combinant des innovations uniques, un
jeu de commandes intuitives et traditionnelles, et la souplesse de programmation.
Veuillez lire attentivement la totalité de ce mode d’emploi pour tirer le bénéfice
maximal de votre nouveau produit Blackstar.
Si vous aimez ce que vous entendez et voulez en découvrir plus sur la gamme de
produits Blackstar, veuillez visiter notre site web à l’adresse www.blackstaramps.
com.
Merci !
L’équipe Blackstar
Tous les produits électriques et électroniques doivent être jetés
séparément, dans le ux de déchets municipaux, dans les lieux de
collecte désignés par le gouvernement ou les autorités locales.
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Caractéristiques
Depuis son lancement en 2007, Blackstar a ouvert la voie à l'innovation dans
l'amplification guitare. ID:Core représente l‘aboutissement d’années de recherches
et de développement. Ces amplis possèdent un contrôle intuitif comme un ampli
traditionnel, mais avec la polyvalence de programmabilité en plus. Les contrôles
uniques vous permettent, le guitariste, de concevoir sur mesure votre propre son.
La commande Voice a six réglages différents – Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch,
Super Crunch, OD 1, OD 2. Quand on les utilise avec la commande ISF brevetée de
Blackstar, vous pouvez obtenir exactement le son auquel vous pensiez.
La section d’effets offre simultanément des effets de qualité studio comme la
modulation Stereo Ultra Large, le delay et la reverb, que vous pouvez mémoriser.
L’édition en profondeur et la mémorisation des patches est simple grâce au logiciel
Insider de Blackstar. Les patches peuvent être partagés, mis à disposition et
téléchargés grâce à la communauté en ligne. Le connecteur USB vous permet
aussi d’enregistrer directement de votre ampli vers votre ordinateur.
La Sortie simulateur de HP et l'entrée MP3/ligne complètent l’ensemble.
Avec l'exceptionnelle commande Voice et l’ISF brevetée, les amplificateurs ID:Core
offrent une flexibilité et une simplicité sans égales, vous permettant de concevoir
véritablement le son que vous avez en tête et de le ressortir à la maison, en studio
ou en répétition.
Réinitialisation d’usine
Les patches et réglages d’origine par défaut peuvent être à tout moment
restaurés dans votre amplicateur. Maintenez simplement pressés simultanément
les boutons MOD, DLY et REV, pendant que vous allumez l’amplicateur. Les
LED de la commande 'Voice' servant à choisir la tonalité de l’ampli s’allumeront
successivement en rouge pour indiquer l’imminence de la réinitialisation d’usine. Ce
processus prend un total de 2 secondes. Si n’importe lequel des boutons MOD, DLY
ou REV est relâché avant que la LED Bank n’ait passé en revue toutes ces couleurs,
alors l’opération est annulée et l’amplicateur ne subit aucune modication.
NOTE IMPORTANTE:
Ce processus écrasera tout contenu créé par l’utilisateur.
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1. Input
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Branchez ici votre guitare.
Utilisez toujours un cordon blindé de bonne qualité pour guitare.
2. Voice
La commande Voice change la tonalité de préampli, en allant du son ultra-clair à la
saturation extrême.
Clean Warm – Très propre, dynamique
Clean Bright – ‘Boutique’, en rupture si on le pousse à fond
Crunch – Saturation classique à gain moyen
Super Crunch – Plus de gain et de punch que Crunch
OD 1 – Saturation gonflée par volume Master avec amortissement moyen de
l’ampli de puissance
OD 2 – Saturation gonflée renforcée dans les médiums
Ce réglage est sauvegardé quand vous mémorisez un patch.
3. Gain
La commande Gain règle l’ampleur de la saturation ou de la distorsion. Des réglages
bas, dans le sens anti-horaire, donneront un son clair, à la limite de la saturation.
Quand on tourne la commande Gain dans le sens horaire, le son devient plus
saturé, partant d’un superbe son Crunch jusqu’à sa position maximale, pour
laquelle on obtient un son à pleine distorsion. Ce réglage est sauvegardé quand
vous mémorisez un patch.
4. Volume
Contrôle le volume du préampli. Le tourner dans le sens horaire augmente le volume.
Des hauts niveaux de volume introduiront l’effet de distorsion et de compression
d’un ampli à lampes. Ceci est un réglage général qui n’est pas sauvegardé quand
vous mémorisez un patch.
5. ISF
La commande ISF brevetée vous permet de choisir la
signature tonale que vous préférez. À fond dans le sens
anti-horaire, elle donne un caractère plus américain avec
des graves nerveux et des médiums plus agressifs, et
à fond dans le sens horaire, un caractère britannique
plus 'woody' et moins agressif. Contrairement aux
commandes 'contour' conventionnelles et aux
systèmes égaliseurs paramétriques, les commandes
Bass, Middle et Treble restent interactives comme dans
un réseau de correction traditionnel d’amplificateur
de guitare. Cela donne une réponse musicale, très
familière. Ce réglage est sauvegardé quand vous
mémorisez un patch.
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6. MOD (Modulation)
Pressez ce commutateur afin de mettre l’effet de modulation en/hors service ou de
le choisir pour l'éditer. Ce réglage est sauvegardé quand vous mémorisez un patch.
7. DLY (Delay)
Pressez ce commutateur afin de mettre l’effet delay (retard) en/hors service ou de
le choisir pour l'éditer. Ce réglage est sauvegardé quand vous mémorisez un patch.
8. REV (Reverb)
Pressez ce commutateur afin de mettre l’effet reverb en/hors service ou de le choisir
pour l'éditer. Ce réglage est sauvegardé quand vous mémorisez un patch.
Pour les trois commutateurs d’effet, la LED indique leur statut :
LED Eect State Description
LED éteinte Eet désactivé L’eet n’est pas en service
LED rouge Eet activé mais pas choisi pour l’édition L’eet est en service mais il n’est pas aecté par
LED verte Eet activé et choisi pour l’édition L’eet est en service et est aecté par les
les commandes d’eet de la face avant
commandes d’eet de la face avant
Presser répétitivement chaque commutateur d’effet de la face avant donne le
résultat suivant :
État actuel de l'eet Suivant État de l'eet
Eet désactivé Active l’eet et le choisit pour l’édition. Tout eet préalablement choisi pour
Eet activé mais pas choisi
pour l’édition
Eet activé et choisi pour
l’édition
l’édition retrouve son simple statut activé
Choisit l’eet pour l’édition. Tout eet préalablement choisi pour l’édition
retrouve son simple statut activé
Désactive l’eet. Si un ou d’autres eets sont activés, l’eet préalablement
choisi pour l’édition le redevient
NOTE: un seul effet peut être choisi à la fois pour l’édition.
9. Type d’effet
Change le type d’effet et modifie un paramètre de l’effet actuellement choisi pour
l’édition (modulation, delay ou reverb).
Chaque segment représente un effet différent (quatre pour chaque type d’effet).
Une LED indique le type d’effet actuellement activé. La distance parcourue dans le
'segment' modifie un paramètre de l’effet. Le effet tableau ci-dessous montre les
paramètres modifiables.
Ce réglage est sauvegardé quand vous mémorisez un patch.
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10. Niveau d’effet (Level)
Modifie un paramètre d’effet. Pour les effets de modulation et de retard (delay), tourner la
commande Level en maintenant enfoncé le commutateur Tap (11) modifie la cadence/
durée de l’effet.
Le effet tableau ci-dessous montre les paramètres modifiables.
Ce réglage est sauvegardé quand vous mémorisez un patch.
11. Tap
Le commutateur Tap sert à régler la cadence/durée de l’effet actuellement choisi
pour l’édition. L’intervalle de temps séparant deux pressions du bouton Tap définit
la cadence.
Une fois cela réglé, la LED Tap clignote au rythme ainsi fixé dans l’effet actuellement
choisi pour l’édition.
Le tableau des effets ci-dessous montre les paramètres modifiables :
Effets Tableau
Eet Paramètre du segment Paramètre réglé par
MODULATION
Phaser Mixage Profondeur Vitesse
Flanger Feedback Profondeur Vitesse
Chorus Mix Profondeur Vitesse
Tremolo Frequency modulation depth Amplitude modulation depth Vitesse
DELAY
Linear Réinjection Niveau de retard Temps
Analogue Réinjection Niveau de retard Temps
Tape Réinjection Niveau de retard Temps
Multi Réinjection Niveau de retard Temps
REVERB
Room Taille Niveau de reverb -
Hall Taille Niveau de reverb -
Spring Taille Niveau de reverb -
Plate Taille Niveau de reverb -
Level
Paramètre
réglé par Tap
Ce réglage est sauvegardé quand vous mémorisez un patch.
12. Interrupteur d’alimentation Power
Cet interrupteur sert à mettre l’amplificateur sous et hors tension; le point lumineux
blanc indique la position 'sous tension'.
13. USB
Branchez ici un câble USB pour relier l’amplificateur à un PC sous Windows ou à
un Mac. Le logiciel Insider de Blackstar peut être téléchargé depuis cette adresse:
www.blackstarinsider.co.uk et offre une foule de fonctions.
Voir la section Audio USB en page 15 pour plus d’informations.
NOTE: l’amplificateur apparaîtra dans le logiciel d’enregistrement d’un ordinateur
personnel comme un périphérique de capture audio.
14. Manual
Pressez ce commutateur pour alterner entre le mode manuel et le patch actuel.
Quand l’amplificateur est en mode manuel, le son reflète la position physique
actuelle des commandes. Cela s’applique aux commandes Voice, Gain, Volume,
Bass, Middle, Treble et ISF. Tous les effets qui étaient actifs lors du passage en
mode manuel sont désactivés.
En mode manuel, toutes les commandes peuvent toujours être modifiées par une
source externe (logiciel Insider de Blackstar, pédalier, contrôleur MIDI), mais cela
signifie alors que le son ne correspondra plus aux positions des commandes de la
face avant.
Mode Patch
Le mode patch est indiqué par la LED Manual éteinte. Voir la section Programmabilité
à la page 14 pour plus d’informations.
Mode accordeur
Maintenir les commutateurs Tap (11) et Manual (14) durant une seconde active
l’accordeur. La LED témoin Recall (18) clignotera continuellement pour signaler que
l’amplificateur est en mode accordeur. La sortie de l’amplificateur sera coupée en
mode accordeur.
Les LED Voice indiqueront la note la plus proche de celle jouée.
Clean Warm Corde 1 (E)
Clean Bright Corde 2 (A)
Crunch Corde 3 (D)
Super Crunch Corde 4 (G)
OD 1 Corde 5 (B)
Les LEDs MOD, DLY et REV servent d’indication pour connaitre l’écart entre la note
joué et la note de l’accordeur.
LED Mode rouge La note est trop aiguë (au-dessus de la hauteur juste)
LED DLY verte La note est accordée
LED REV rouge La note est trop basse
(au-dessous de la hauteur juste)
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