Blackstar ID Core 20 V4

The Blackstar ID:Core 20 V4 is a digital guitar amplifier designed for players who want to practice at home with a greater variety of sounds, more effects, and a significantly more comprehensive experience than a basic combo. Its 20W stereo output (2x10W), combined with Super Wide Stereo technology and two 5" speakers, provides a broader, more immersive sound when playing, especially noticeable with modulation effects, delays, and reverbs. Additionally, it offers 6 voices covering everything from clean tones to high-gain sounds, allowing easy transitions between different styles without the need for external pedals.

One of its key strengths is the combination of user-friendly operation with modern features. It includes built-in effects with multiple delay, modulation, and reverb options, an ISF control to shape the tonal character, a power reduction switch down to 1W for quieter practice, a USB-C connection for direct recording to your computer, and streaming capability to mobile devices via TRRS cable. It is also compatible with the free Architect software, which allows editing and saving patches, as well as accessing CabRig Lite, Blackstar’s speaker cabinet simulator. Overall, the ID:Core 20 V4 is an ideal compact, versatile, and modern practice amp that’s perfect for recording at home and having a wide array of sounds ready to go without hassle.

• Power: 20 Watts (2 x 10W stereo)
• Speaker configuration: 2 x 5" speakers
• Controls: Voice, Gain, Volume, ISF, Effects Type, Effects Level
• Voices: Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch, Super Crunch, OD 1, OD 2
• Switches: Modulation, Delay, Reverb, Manual, Tap
• USB-C
• Cab Rig / Phones
• Line In / Streaming
• 12 Vintage Effects
• Free Software
• Power reduction to 1W
• Dimensions: 375 x 292 x 185 mm
• Weight: 5.2 kg
• Color: Black

About Blackstar

Blackstar as a company is created by and for musicians. Based in Northampton, UK, the founders have over 50 years of experience building top-tier amplifiers. BLACKSTAR prides itself on delivering a product that combines the heritage of classic designs with the ambition and independence of new innovators. Whether in their heads, combos, or cabinets, Blackstar continuously explores new sounds and tones, looking beyond the conventional.