Key facts
- Brand
- BLACK STAR
- Model
- DEPT. 10
- Category
- amplifier
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2023-11-08
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Blackstar Dept. 10 AMPED 2 Guitar Amplifier Pedal Owner's Manual
The Blackstar Dept. 10 AMPED 2 Owner's Manual covers the Dept. 10 AMPED 2, described as a 100W guitar amplifier and advanced effects processor pedal. It begins with important safety instructions and warnings, followed by an introduction and a features section.
The features section states that AMPED 2 has USA, UK and Classic Voices, four built-in effects pedals (Drive, Modulation, Delay and Reverb), MIDI control, 9V isolated pedal power outputs and an FX loop. It also describes three power valve responses (EL84, EL34, 6L6), 100W output at 8 or 16 ohms, CabRig DSP speaker simulation, and USB-C audio interface use.
Blackstar DEPT. 10 specifications
| Mains voltage | 100-240V~ 50/60Hz |
|---|---|
| Maximum ambient operating temperature | 35°C |
| Maximum rated operating altitude | 2000m |
| Valve type | ECC83 |
| Cab Rig environments | 3 selectable environments |
| Channels | 2 channels (Clean/Crunch and Overdrive 1/Overdrive 2) |
Source: Blackstar DEPT. 10 Valve Effects Pedal Owner's Manual
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What valve is inside the DEPT. 10 pedal?
The pedal contains an ECC83 valve, visible through the Valve Guard. The manual warns not to remove the fixing screws or guard, as there are no user serviceable parts inside.
What does the ISF control do?
The patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) control works with the Bass, Middle and Treble controls to set the tone signature: fully counter-clockwise gives an American characteristic with a tight bottom end, fully clockwise gives a more 'woody' British characteristic.
What is the Dept. 10 AMPED 2?
It is a 100W guitar amplifier and advanced effects processor pedal.
From: Blackstar Dept. 10 AMPED 2 Guitar Amplifier Pedal Owner's Manual
What built-in effects pedals does the AMPED 2 include?
It includes Drive, Modulation, Delay and Reverb effects pedals.
From: Blackstar Dept. 10 AMPED 2 Guitar Amplifier Pedal Owner's Manual
