Blackstar Artist FR Standard 50W 1x12 Combo Amp

The Blackstar Artist FR Standard 50W 1x12 is not a typical guitar amplifier, but an active FRFR speaker designed for use with modelers, profilers, multi-effects, and digital rigs. Blackstar has designed it as a compact, user-friendly solution with 50W of power and a 1x12" format, aiming to deliver a sound closer to a traditional amp rather than a PA-style cabinet. Its main appeal is providing a broad, clear, and faithful reproduction with a more natural and “amp-like” response when playing.

Additionally, the Artist FR Standard is built for quick and easy tone adjustments in daily use. It features direct controls on the top panel with a 3-band active EQ and Presence, allowing for better tailoring of the sound depending on the modeler, guitar, or room. Its compact design, portability, and features like the rear tilt leg emphasize its role as a modern yet highly practical piece of equipment, suitable for home, studio, rehearsal, or small gig environments. Overall, it’s a very appealing option for players who want to maximize their digital gear while maintaining a more tactile, immediate, and authentic amp-like experience.

• Flat response speaker
• Speaker configuration: 1x 12"
• Power: 50 W
• Built-in support stand
• Input: XLR/6.3 mm combo jack (balanced)
• Output: XLR
• Controls: Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, Presence
• Dimensions: 230 x 461 x 387 mm
• Weight: 10.72 kg
• Finish: Black

About Blackstar

Blackstar as a company is created by and for musicians. Based in Northampton, UK, the founders bring over 50 years of experience in building top-tier amplifiers. BLACKSTAR prides itself on offering products that combine the legacy of classic designs with the ambition and independence of new innovations. Whether in their heads, combos, or cabinets, they continually discover new sounds and colors, pushing beyond conventional boundaries.