Blackstar HT-1R MK III

Small Amplifier, Big Sound. The HT-1R MK III delivers tube power at low wattage for home and studio recording!

The HT-1R MK III elevates the acclaimed design of the award-winning MkII series with incredible performance, stunning looks, and groundbreaking new features, from enhanced voicings to the addition of IR-based CabRig speaker simulator software.

Big Tube Tone, Small Amp

Tube amps sound best when cranked. The unique feel, dynamics, and natural compression of a hot-running tube power stage are widely regarded as the holy grail of guitar tone. The problem is, it’s neither practical for you nor your neighbors to crank your 100-watt tube amp at full volume. The HT-1R MK III, with its unique push-pull power stage, gives you that coveted tube power at volumes suitable for practicing and recording at home.

Tone Options

The HT-1R MK III features 2 channels, Clean and Overdrive, each with 2 voicing options. On the HT-1R MK III, each voice switch triggers extensive circuit changes in both the preamp and power amp to deliver authentic reference tones without compromise. This includes EQ voicing, tone stack position in the circuit, gain, and power amp damping. Achieve diverse tonal options with just one button press!

Perfect for Playing and Recording

The HT-1R MK III not only delivers recording-ready tube tones at any volume but also includes a direct USB-C output that can send 2 channels (left and right) to your DAW, offering the easiest way to record authentic tube tones without an interface.

The best part? These amps have built-in load protection, meaning you can use them without a connected speaker cabinet for silent practice and recording.

IR-Based CabRig Speaker Simulator

CabRig, Blackstar’s industry-leading IR-based speaker simulator, comes standard in the HT-1R MK III and offers hundreds of different cabinet, microphone, and room combinations. Save your favorites in three presets for direct access from the amp. Get premium tube tones into your headphones, monitors, and mixes.

Makes Practicing Perfect!