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Blackstar ID:Core 40 V3 2x6.5"-inch, 2 x 20-watt Stereo Combo Amp with Effects

40W (2 x 20W) Modeling 2x6.5" Guitar Combo Amplifier with 6 Voices, Onboard Effects, USB Output, TRRS Aux Input, and 1/8" Cab-emulated Line/Headphone Output
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ID:Core V3 — Blackstar's Best-selling Practice Amps Just Got Better

A sleeker editor, a powerful new cab simulator, and even more-immersive stereo effects make the third generation of Blackstar's ID:Core 40 combo the ultimate practice amp and an essential single-handed session tool. Choose from six inspiring amp voices that run the gamut from classic cleans to scorching leads. Dial in the perfect blend of American and British character with Blackstar's patented ISF control. Add gloss and dimension to your playing with built-in modulation, delay, and reverb effects as Blackstar's Super Wide Stereo technology envelops you in immersive sound. There's even an onboard TRRS Line In/Streaming jack so that you can film guitar covers and capture performances directly onto your phone using sounds from the amp. Blackstar's ID:Core line of modeling amps have persisted as some of Sweetwater's best sellers among beginning guitarists and light-traveling session artists. And with the Blackstar ID:Core 40 V3, the best just got better.

A Studio's Worth of Amps and Effects

Loaded with six inspiring amp voices

  • Clean Warm: A classic clean amp with ample dynamics
  • Clean Bright: A boutique-voiced amp that breaks up when pushed hard
  • Crunch: A rowdy amp that delivers classic medium-gain overdrive
  • Super Crunch: A muscular-sounding amp that yields more gain and punch than Crunch
  • OD 1: A hot-rodded amp with plentiful overdrive
  • OD 2: A juiced-up amp with raunchy mid-boosted overdrive

Packed with all the effects you'll need

  • Modulations: Phaser, Chorus/Flanger, Tremolo, and an Envelope Filter infuse your sound with tonal color
  • Delays: Linear, Analogue, Tape, and Multi delays offer everything from vintage to modern time-based effects
  • Reverbs: Hall, Spring, and Plate reverbs add immersive stereo dimension to your playing

Tube-modeled Tone, Rich Stereo Surround

Infinite Shape Feature dials your drive from American to British tone

The Blackstar ID:Core 40 V3 is packed with a massive spread of tones, by virtue of Blackstar's Infinite Shape Feature (ISF). When turned fully counterclockwise, you'll lend an American characteristic to your voice, with a tight bottom end and aggressive middle. Turned all the way to the right, you'll enjoy more of a British vibe, with a woodier sound that's less aggressive. However you dial in the ID:Core 40 V3 between the two, you'll enjoy a musical response that just asks to be taken onstage or into the studio.

Super Wide Stereo technology envelops you in immersive sound

Playing through the ID:Core 40 V3 is an immersive experience, on account of Blackstar's Super Wide Stereo technology. Not only do its 12 effects sound amazing in stereo, but plugging your mobile device into the ID:Core 40 V3's Line In/Streaming jack results in a multidimensional jam session that's a whole lot of fun.

Built for the Home, Stage, and Studio

Classic combo performance

With its function-per-knob control scheme and familiar combo roar, the ID:Core 40 V3 delivers big as a stage monitor or studio platform.

Tailor-made for recording

The Blackstar ID:Core 40 V3's USB functionality makes recording and re-amping a breeze. Record directly from your amp to your computer while enjoying Blackstar's onboard cab simulation. Or, capture tones straight off the preamp and re-amp through your ID:Core 40 V3 down the road.

Great for livestreaming

Ready to go live? The Black ID:Core 40 V3's phone-ready bidirectional TRRS streaming jack lets you connect audio from your media library, jam along, and capture performances directly onto your mobile device.

All-new Architect editor

Clean, modern interface

Blackstar's single-pane Architect editor for Mac and PC is the picture of simplicity. In this one screen you'll find all the controls you need to craft your stage and studio tones remotely.

Easy preset access and backups

A searchable cloud-based preset list equips the Blackstar ID:Core 40 V3 for any sound you can conceive in your mind — and even some you can't. Here you can quickly back up entire sets' worth of your own presets and reload tones at will.

Tone shuffle tramples creative walls

Want to roll the dice on your next solo? Architect's Shuffle button randomizes every part of your signal chain. It's perfect for stumbling across that secret sauce in your next track.

Cab Rig Lite

Architect for ID:Core includes a free version of Cab Rig Lite: Blackstar's powerful new cabinet emulator. Here you can cycle between Tweedy 12s and British half-stacks and audition endless virtual mic placements to achieve the tone in your head — no mics or stands required.

Note: Are you an impulse response (IR) user? Cab Rig Lite can be disabled in ID:Core's Architect so that you can sub in your own IRs during mixdown.

Blackstar ID:Core 40 V3 Guitar Combo Amplifier Features:

  • The third generation of Blackstar's best-selling practice amps
  • 40-watt (2 x 20-watt) modeling guitar combo amplifier is ideal for beginners, buskers, and light travelers
  • 6 inspiring amp voices run the gamut from classic clean to saturated overdrive
  • 12 built-in effects add gloss and dimension to your playing
  • Infinite Shape Feature (ISF) dials in the perfect blend of American and British character
  • Super Wide Stereo technology envelops you in immersive sound
  • Jam along to your favorite tunes or capture covers via the TRRS Line In/Streaming input
  • USB 2.0 functionality for recording directly from your amp to your computer
  • Edit and store your patches remotely with the all-new Architect editor for Mac and PC
  • Cab Rig Lite cabinet simulator lets you toggle cabinets and move mic placements in virtual space

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Solid State
  • Number of Channels: Single Channel
  • Total Power: 40W (2 x 20W)
  • Speaker Size: 2 x 6.5"
  • Reverb: Yes
  • Effects: Delay, Modulation
  • Amp Modeling: Yes
  • EQ: ISF
  • Inputs: 1 x 1/4", 1 x 1/8" (aux in)
  • Outputs: 1 x 1/8" (line out/headphones)
  • USB: 1 x Type Mini-A
  • Footswitch I/O: 1 x 1/4" (effect, switch)
  • Footswitch Included: No
  • Features: Onboard Tuner
  • Computer Connectivity: USB
  • Software: Blackstar Architect
  • Construction Material: MDF with Black Vinyl Covering
  • Power Source: DC Power Supply (included)
  • Height: 13.22"
  • Width: 17.08"
  • Depth: 7.28"
  • Weight: 13.66 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: IDCORE40V3

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Customer Reviews

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Rated 5/5

Everything I needed as a beginner guitarist

This was my first amp, got one in 2015. As a beginner to electric guitar i remember having so much fun plugging in my epiphone les paul 100 and turning it all the way to the OD 2 setting. Worked great for my 8th grade talent show, where I played Stairway to Heaven ( and won). Still use this and record using it. I have yet to even use the software for creating tones, this amp can do so much.
Music background: Guitarist of 8 years, piano 2 years
Rated 5/5

Perfect

I had not purchased an amp for myself in 40 years. Recently retired, I bought a new Gretsch guitar and needed a new amp. This was perfect for my needs, and I mean perfect. Very 21st century, with an array of features and sounds that suit my needs for a good practice amp. 40 watts gives it enough muscle, especially for its small size. Blackstar was new to me, but I've been impressed with the quality overall. My only complaint is their use of an old-style USB cable (mini-A); it comes with the amp, but if I ever need to replace it, these are impossible to find. And I have tried.

Highly recommend.
Rated 5/5

Great practice amp

Great amp for studio or living room practice. Not super loud, but holds it's own.
Great editing software to make it sound the way you want for any guitar, and pretty cool effects built in.
Music background: Solo Singer/Guitarist
Rated 5/5

Way more than a practice amp!

I use the icCorev3 20 for DI daw recording. It was so surprisingly good. I'm mean really good. Friends with Telecasters, Stratocasters, Starcasters, 335's,
Lp's etc...WYHIWYH (what you hear is what you hear). I am happy that I was born 65 years ago cause if it were any sooner I might not have had an opportunity to own this amp. Saves money by not having to buy another multi effects board, Blackstar Architecture covers that base nicely. Hook it up,load it up,wrap it up. That simple. I am going to practice my Block "C" Chord more often now that it's sounds fantastically magical. An honest amp well worth the money!! Seriously!
Music background: Learning block C chord
Rated 4.5/5

Great little amp that doesn't sound small!

Right out of the box I got some pretty good tones using the presets, this is a smaller light weight amp but you wouldn't know from the way it sounds!
I have not had a chance to play around with all the features, but so far so good!
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