"I bought this amp when looking for something that could do anything I throw at it. The 50w/5w power selection switch makes this amp capable of both quiet bedroom and loud full band practice/gig settings which is quite nice. To only need one amp to do both is unheard of in this price range. The Blackstar ISF tone knob is a very versatile tool and helps players dial in their amp's tonal characteristics beyond traditional amps. I personally love the ISF knob rolled all the way to the right on the clean channel as this produces a chimey British sound reminiscent of a Vox amp. Blackstar set out to release this amp as one that is very simple, yet uncompromising in the tone department and absolutely accomplished that! There are enough features to run the amp as-is and generate excellent sounds, but adding pedals unlocks many more possibilities too. It is an incredibly responsive pedal platform. My only complaint is that the optional footswitch is sold separately from the factory. That is no big deal though as this amp was a home-run purchase! There is excellent reason why this amp is on backorder through most retailers. See for yourself!"

"A brilliant amp, a back to basic great sounding amp. I'd had modelling amps that I ended up getting rid of because even with 999 settings I only ever used one or two. I wanted an amp that I could practice at home with and take to practice or play live, something I could carry. This amp more than meets my needs and although we don't play with a drummer if I ever did I have no worry that this would work for me. It might be light but the sound isn't."

"Good product and it's exactly as advertised. Much louder then expected and a "fun" pedal platform. Is it a vintage tube amp? Absolutely not but it's not trying to be. Solid state, snappy, and the tone is mostly about the player anyway. I think it's great just manage your expectations."