The Blackstar ID Core V3
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At this rate, in 10 years I'll be able to gig with my cell phone speaker. Insanity.
@@JDubzDrumz I was gonna say, this is far sooner than 10 years at the least
“What they didn’t update on this amp” anything....well the handle and the grill cloth I guess.. and now a new app they won’t support like the insider..
I had a load of troubles with Insider too, after ages of checking I bottomed out that it was a mix of issues, not least of all the Silverlight connection in the software which became unsupported by Microsoft and also combined with challegnes on Mac OS updates which I believe a load of other audio companies struggled with. It was seriuosly frustrating, combined with not enough support from Blackstar!! Still love Blackstar though and v2 is my go to. New software is built on a completely different platform now and much more futureproofed as an 'app' so I am really hoping this is much more stable and will finally unlock all the amps potential now. Keeping the faith!!!
@@jazzspecialist99 does it work for the v2 or just v3
@@mattwood5493 yep tested and all good!!
@@jazzspecialist99 wow I thought it would only be the v3 so that is cool that it works for v2
@@mattwood5493 One issue I have with the new software is when I try to download patches people have made it says it isn't compatible with my amp a V2. It is annoying as there doesn't seem to be a way to filter what amps or compatible.
I got this as a cheap practice amp and was pretty shocked at how great it sounded. Great variety of usable tones too.
The old-style USB is pretty bad.
Yes it is but you can still buy one for couple of $ and forgot about it :)
To all practice amp manufacturers:
-straightforward control panel with MIDS knob
-one good clean channel, one good crunch, one good modern channel, and not 50 emulations of beehives
-softwares that install on your laptop without having to read entire forums
-direct recording at usable sound quality(what the hell Boss?)
-not looking like a purse (what the hell Vox?)
-actual online support that supports you as a buyer and user without being ignored after paying
Optional for a higher price but very well worth it :
-FX loop
-looper effect
-drop tuning effect if it doesn't suck
-the most basic drum machine with tweakable BPM
Blackstar Silverline my man. It can do everything the core line can do and more, but while keeping the controls simple. On the amp itself its just a regular amp with 3 band EQ, gain, volume and master volume presence and resonance, with in addition having 2 knobs, one to emulate a certain type of tube and one to switch channels (between warm clean, bright clean, crunch, and 2 levels of OD).
The software is really easy to use, recording quality from either the emulated out jack (into your own software) or USB port (through the blackstar software), and blackstar is good on support, every time i've emailed them I've had response within a few days.
@@Frozenguy1 I just checked it. It's awesome. Probably will sell my Boss Katana for this. Thanks
@@MrMoneyHelper I dont think so..
@@Frozenguy1 yeah but the fact you have to get the 100w deluxe stereo for the stereo speakers is a bit of a bummer.
Wish they made this available somewhere around 50w range.
But I suppose with SS it may not matter.
vox looks really good actually
Sounds start at 5:23
You're doing God's work.
They heard you for v4. USB C now, and apparently BT is coming soon.
Nice work, however it could be better with more ampli sound but less speaking :(
Phil, buy one of those shoe organizers you hang on the back of a door (search Amazon for one). But then you put cables in it instead. Keep all those weird old USB cables etc :)
I keep them all in my living room ottoman . . . nicely out of sight, but still accessible.
I'm torn between this and katana, any advice?
Most would say katana
I wouldn't get the older USB cable, just get an adapter...that way all your existing cables work.
I still have my id Core40, got it used from craigslist. I love it, it's a great amp. no bluetooth. i dont miss it.
I've had an id core40 for 4-5 years and it's never failed me as a practice amp.
Nice little amp and I love the "madness" you played! Gotta be one of my favorites 👊😎🎸
this is good. But AMP . Just Tube Amp . the sound is real and warm by tube
Mini USB? Did we time travel back to 2001? Who the hell even has a mini USB anymore? Everything was micro USB for 15+ years until USB c came out
Are mini-usb ports even being made in 2021? They must have scored a batch at a Chinese swap meet.
A lot of music gear actually still uses mini USB-B. I think the reasoning is that it's (supposedly) a sturdier physical connection than micro usb or USB-C.
Last time I saw one was on an old digital camera
TC electronics unfortunately... They are really going downhill lately. I've never found usb c to be any weaker at all and I specifically ordered a 15 foot micro usb B. I used it on my fender super champ x2 and my flashback 2 (but it never worked well for me via phone or laptop)
I expected full sized type B like what’s on the katana
Blackstar's ID Core BEAM never gets any acknowledgment against the new players such as Spark, THR and Katana. It's got Bluetooth and a fantastic stereo presence. Not perfect, but the best I found in this category; all it lacks is the ability to save volume settings with each patch and an app connectivity instead of a computer program.
What is it with everyone and mini usb. It is not a big deal people. They are so cheap on Amazon
I know I still use the fly 2 almost daily still. For easy practice anywhere in the house or outside and it always amazes me how good such a tiny unit sounds. I would defenitly try one of these if my Fly ever dies but quite honestly I expect it to last years more.
You mean the Fly 3?
@@christianlacheze3323 Yes he did.
hi Phil, I have the first version ID Core stereo 40 that I bought used for $100 . sounds great for it's tine size but has just the regular features. i can go stealth mode with a good pair of head[hones or if I want more power i can use an adapter cable from the headphone out into the CD input of my surround receiver with it's subwoofer and the rest of the surround speakers for a deeper and fuller sound. I wish it had external speaker jacks that i will install to drive a pair of tower cabs i will build for it. they wull be 16:deep andwide and 60" tall loaded with 4 speakers i haven't decided which size fron 8" to 12" but the cabs will be the same regardless ported for deeper tone and internal mini amp boards and power supply's for more power. . more louder is more better don't you agree. Wanna Play???
Their KT88 combo amp is pure 🔥 I highly suggest anyone try out that or their 6L6 amp as well. Phenomenal stuff at a really low price, and is easily upgradable. I put a creamback into mine and Russian Tubes, it’ll rip your balls off like a chimpanzee
Way off topic from this amp.
@@davidmerlin3344 True, but he's balancing the illogical Blackstar hate.
I just watched the PRS livestream announcing the new Zach Myers signature, and phil throws down the Shinedown lick. Well played, sir 😉
Phil you can get a Type C Female to Micro USB Male on Amazon so that gets you around that problem.
Great review, think I might have GAS for one, it sounds way better than my original one!
I bought my original version Blackstar ID Core stereo 40 that has 2 6.5 in 4 Ohm speakers. I got it usd about the time that the V3 came out and although they all have the same basic features but added the Blu Tooth which I don't really need. I had bought it to amp my phone at work to hear my music over the machines at the commercial laundry where I worked at the time plus all the other Karaoke speaker amps that other employees used as well. zI bought mine at my local Music-Go-Round for under $100 and a yeaqr later I got my used Starcaster Strat for about the same price, that I got to rebuild and mod extremely. so for about $200 I have a rig that can be played in stealth mode with the guitar and headphones plugged in together and hear it myself without disturbing anybody else or aai can crank it up with the gain up and anoy all my nosy neighbors. lol .. If ZI want even louder and deeper tones I can go from the earphone out with an adaptor cable into the CD input of my surround sound system receiver and get all the surround speakers as well as the subwoofer cranked up for a full better that Marshall tone as loud as I want orat last until the receiver goes into protect mode and I have to re adjust the input levels to compensate. bear in mine that my Stellarcaster( that's what I renamed it.) sports 3 quad rail humbuckers wired like a %0's Les Paul with coil splits using all audio taper P/P 500k Ohm volume pots and audio taper 500K tone pots the bridge tone also a a 500K P/P to activate the bridge and neck P/U's together regardless of the 5-wat sw. position.. and no I never counted just how many tonal variations I can get with the 6 pots and coil splitting plus the controls and onboard effects in the amp. .. really too many to think about. Even though this is my very first guitar build/mod, I went all out adding and upgrading electronics and other parts and hardware.. replaced the cheap light pot metal trem block with a full size solid brass trem block and roller saddles on the bridge,. Roller string trees and locking tuners. the hand made custom hand made brushed stainless steel pick guard I made for it is loaded with 3 quad rail(and quad coils) Hunbuckers the 3 500K P/P vol. pots , 3 500K tone pots with .047 orange drop caps, a Fender 5-way blade switch and wired it all up like a 50's Les Paul with a third control pot pair added. thecoils off when split are toward the neck and active ones toward the bridge for brighter tone as well. The pick guard being steel is the main ground for the electronics so a little less wiring for grounds including the output jack also mounted in the lower end of the pick guard. wiring all the controls was quite an adventure and took a while to get right so it all works as designed l. it all works well and the number of tones available is staggering. All in the extended control cavity and the pick guard to hold it all. the Titanium nut gives it a brighter tone that compliments the 50's wiring to get the true Strat tones I want and it just needed a little sanding to accommodate the 9-46 string set I used and tuned it to E-Flat standard for the great tone from a killer Strat guitar. the name compliments the custom spray can and airbrushed details of the stars and planets space theme paint job I gave it with a semi gloss clear coat finish. most of the parts wee from Amazon and the tools I bought with the excuse to my wife that they were handy for home projects too were from Harbor Freight. Yup I'm frugal (cheap) I may even add the led's for coil in circuit indicators wired on the opposite unused sides of the P/P switch sections and adding a 9V battry in the control cavity with added switch for them too.. wiring those will take a little figuring for proper voltage with the right resistors. I researched it and know what it needs to work properly.. drill a few holes in the pick guard where i want the lights and there we are blue sparkly lights mimicing stars that tell you what coils are in circuit at any time... lol ... what fun.
Just downloaded the new software and found out it is compatible with older versions of the amps as well. Awesome video as always Phil, thanks for all the info.
Recently purchased one of these gems in the 40 watt version. It's a nice little amp that sounds fantastic and fills the room with great stereo....sounds good with my Godin and Alvarez.
what do you mean little?
@@ozansimsek5934 The amplifier measures 17" x 13" x 7". It's a small amp ( little) compared to most of other amps in this watt range with stereo.
That old usb (it's called "mini", I think), is going to make a lots of people that it is an old amp. And for digital modeling amps is better to be newer. I don't trust someone who did this.
Dude, I have the v2 of that Amp...it is DAMN good.
This is the best amp for beginners and pros alike! It is small for a room but with a big stereo sound plus usb!!! Quality!
My only question is, how do you not have that cable?
Just ordered me one last night off Sweetwater and super stoked. I play on a Jackson Rhodes js32.
I just bought one of these. Stereo 10 v3 , sounds great, I just wanted chorus and a delay. The crunch channels are pretty wild too. There's a lot there to figure out. I even got a shimmer like sound out of it. Got to admit I like it. Got the cream color with kind of reddish speaker cover. Thanks for the run down on it. Helped a lot.
Can i use pedals with it?
@@dariavoinea6343 Don't really need to. For the 20 & 40, buy yourself Blackstar's proprietary FS-11 smart footswitch and use it in conjunction which enables you to select voices, plus toggle their respective effects on and off. That said, with it in manual mode you can dial up the clean tone you want with no effects applied, place the traditional line input acceptable pedals through it, and it'll work as well as any other amp in its class. However the ID:Core series have no separate effects loop for effects pedals, nor a preamp bypass. They're built for a purpose and price point and blow the competition out of the water in that niche IMV.
That mic is coloring the sound a lot, it’s already emulating a mic and speaker cab with stereo fx so you have to capture it with a field mic or something.
I own the cheaper older vesion and really don't like that it doesn't have a "tone" or bass/treble knobs. The eq knob is not a straight forward to me.
Same here. I have the old id core 40 and while it has served me well as a practice amp, I never liked the idea of pre set effects.
Hey nice video buddy!! What is the microphone you put in front of the cab?
This just goes to show how far ahead of the game the Spark is.
How so? I'm torn between these, the Spark or the THR10ii
@@alfianbanjaransari4096 Yamaha......THR30
I'd be willing to bet they left that USB connection because it's a larger and physically stronger design than the newer version.
They could simply put an old usb type b, a square one that is still in lots of multi fx and printers. And it's pretty tough. But I would vote for usb c.
Never found that to be true. Think USB C is more robust. I could be wrong.
Awesome playing on this vid, Phil! And that is one of my favorite Strats in your collection.
Blackstar is making some great stuff, but for me Katana is king...
Do you have any suggestions for anything louder. I want to be so loud I want to make my neighbor fall out of bed.
Bought a V2 model Last November $50 out the door iluvit!!
I had one of the original ID Core 40 amps when they first came out. I really liked it. One of the worst features of a dedicated practice amps is too many features. You find yourself tweaking and fiddling around with all the bells and whistles that you accomplish Jack Squat. Plug it in, dial in a decent tone and get with it. Playing along with backing tracks was its best feature. So easy. From the moment you sat down to the moment you picked the first note was a few minutes
Tonally, how do these stack up to the Boss Katana 50, especially at bedroom volumes?
I have the V1 40 watt. I hacked the speaker half off of it, added two output jacks on the back and made it into a stereo head, which Blackstar also offered. It works well enough and is fun to play with on a bigger stereo cab. Nice to see the updated software. It really needed that. I have the USB cable but I agree, update that junk already!
PRS KINGFISHER IS BACK LETS GO
I had a Black star ID260. I loved the clean bright with alot of delay and reverb. Very Eric Johnson style tones. I'm into metal but I feel the OD2 full gain still didn't sound heavy to me
Got this in the 10W version to play in the house so I don't disturb the family. My bigger tube amps just are too much for that.
This thing packs alot of features into such a small package and the sound was surprising. It really does sound good.
Is it like loud enough? Like how loud is it
20 is loud i'd say@@zeeshanahmad5626
Nice quick preview - and note about that USB. Looks like a fun amp.
Hey Phil
The amp is pretty cool, but that Strat is awesome!!
I just bought the v2 😔
Know that feels. Just enjoy it and don't think about it!
It doesn’t look like anything really changed. I have had the v2 ever since it came out and it still continues to amaze me at how good it is. The headphone out is so good on these amps. I’ve wanted to buy a Katana just for the heck of it but I love my ID Core too much to stop using it.
you can still use the architect software
Looks like all the new software is compatible with the v2.
Yeah I picked up the10 watt V2 on sale for $99 . Pretty awesome and I can use the latest software with it.
They didn’t update the 100watt 2x10 did they?
Blackstar 10 v3 or Yamaha thr ii guys ?
I just pre-ordered one tonight, so excited !
You won't be disappointed.
They sound great.
And why mini usb??? No usb c???
Hey phil love the video and the channel watch all your videos and have lots of your merch, could you do a review of the LBX 15 w stealth that came out last year and compare it to the LBX III 15w?
Love To Hear Your Take On
EVH LBX V3 Stealth... Thank 💜 You
That product provided logo made me chuckle😂
Can I connect Zoom gx1 4 to it?
Before Covid I was teaching at peoples houses, and hopefully doing that again instead of zoom lessons. Does anybody recommend this amp for traveling from spot to spot in each day?
No because the external power supply looks to be the same garbage as the other versions they go out all the time I have had 3 power supply’s 2 replaced and I bought an upgrade last time from Amazon that has lasted bit longer.. it literally appears to be the same amp with v3 branded on the font a handle and new grille cloth..you can get a v1 used for like 50-75 bucks.
I would; it’s really light, sounds great, and has any sound you would want...I think it punches above it’s price point.
Find customers who aren’t afraid to have you in their home. There’s a large audience out there.
@@ricarburto7342 I charge a premium for these lessons, and honestly its a higher profit margin. I do have other options for lessons on other days, but some of these students have family/medical situations that don't allow them to leave the house very often.
Great value
Ref the USB Mini B cable interface. Blackstar probably stuck with it for uniformity and reliability having no need of USB C transfer rates for purpose. All their amps use Mini B, and Mini B is a physically robust interface. Years ago when I bought my first Blackstar amp., I too thought it an odd choice even in the original ID:Core and ID Series as by then Micro USB was already the norm having been widely adopted as a replacement for Mini USB. Blackstar actually supply a Mini USB able with the more expensive ID Series, but not the ID:Core 10/20/40 series being their cut-throat competitive budget entry level priced product. All that said, it's no biggie really. Once you have a mini B cable, it fits all Blackstar amps, so problem solved, and they're neither difficult to source nor expensive.
The best practice amp ever is the Katana Artist Mk II on the half-watt power setting. Sounds amazing even at "happy neighbor" volume levels.
No regrets.🎸👍
Nope. Yamaha.
CAUTION: fanboy ALERT!
Blackstar sells an accessory BT receiver...about $24.00 I think...plugs into the Aux in and Voila,
amp now has BT capabilities...the receiver is USB rechargeable and mine lasts about 24 hours between charges...AND it works with most other amps with Aux in's...
ID Core 20 V3 vs Orang Crush 20RT vs VOX VT20X
Room playing, and some streaming / home recording - which is best?
Is spark amp better?
Where are manufacturers even getting those USB mini-B connectors anymore? We're at the point where micro-B is still pretty easy to get, but nobody should be using that, either. Manufacturers here us! 😁
I do not understand why it is so hard to have a version with wifi instead of USB? (It is 2021 not 2001) So you can use it with an app on your phone, pad or your computer.
My camera...
From 2008 features mini usb. Strange that I'd they need to use it on the amp, they didn't include it, and its really not a standard used port anymore? Bizarre design choice imo. Other than that it has a good tone and I think it sounds good just in general.
I have had an Id core v1 for quite a while I really like it I just play it in the house, I don't mind the micro USB at all but I don't like the crappy ISF EQ settings I don't see the point in it being so basic, surely they could put a click knob on with alot of different options if they don't want to put a full EQ on
Does it offer aux input? Can we play backing tracks on it simultaneously playing the guitar?
Phil !..your so legit man ..can't belive how much your chan has grown ..il be here to see a mill subs ..cheers from NY!..if your ever in rochester Ny make sure you stop into the House Of Guitars.
You get such a mini USB cable with every TC Electronic Toneprint pedal or on PS3 controllers.
But I agree that it's time to upgrade.
Can you use two effects simultaneously? For instance, a reverb and delay at once?
Thanks for the review! Really enjoying the amp but is anyone else getting a lot of hissing? especially when headphones are plugged in...
Blackstar Insider software still doesn't work with the latest versions of Mac and hasn't been updated for a while...
for home use it's not a big deal, but for traveling, the old usb port would be a deal breaker to me, since I wouldn't want to worry about whether I forgot to pick all the cables... especially when there are competitors that use the right usb
Playing 20w V2...and Caline CP 99
Together Amazing Value & Sound...
Phil, what do you recommend for the best amp for a strat? I am thinking about getting a Fender Princeton Reverb, but was curious what you thought?
does the lack of current usb tech hurt the amp ? it does not appear in this video but i would be curious on why blackstar did not upgrade the usb, but i like the amp love the features, great review Philip
Hey phillip, have you seen the newe harley benton 4x12? Its 300 pounds and has Vintage 30s!
Cool review! What song is that at 6:23? Or is that you just noodling? Nice amp! Thank you for posting this.
Now this one makes dinner and cleans the house, but it is still the same 😁 lol.. blackstar makes good stuff all jokes aside..
Can you use multi effects pedals with this amp? I heard somewhere that they don’t react well to pedals being plugged in
Thanks for the review. I was hoping to see your take on the Nu'X Mighty Air. Seen a few popping up here and there. Would love to get your take.
I've got one but I just plug in and use it manually , I've no idea how you use all the fancy bits !! 😰
That style USB cable is certainly an older style...
It sure made that strat sound heavy.
I think blackstar stuffed up with that amp ,I wouldn't bother
I've got a small Bluetooth adapter I plug into the aux on my little 10 watt v2 version of this and on the road it works as my Bluetooth speaker and my motel room amp.
I just got the v2.yeah I am an older person but I'm happy.,thanks phil
I have the 20 watt V2 I noticed it will fart out doing scales up the neck on low notes in the higher gain settings only through the speaker. I use mine for Recording i never had that issue recording. I am really happy with mine
You can't download any presets in the software since adobe flash has been removed
Hi! Great review! Can you get a high gain sound? Thanks!
My V1 tone crapped out and only does clean channel. Can't find a fix ?
is there a way to hear the guitar through the software in my pc? because i still cant find that option
Hi and thank you, what guitar are you playing? Any customizations to it? It sounds great!
When I bought it, came with presonas recording software. Also I find playing a song through the input while playing along works really well with the stereo speakers. Pretty solid as a portable speaker also. Not my favorite sound as an amp, it’ll get ya by.
Love your Chanel bro!
I appreciate that!
I have the V2..Great amp . no complaints...
I think I’m getting old, I prefer an amp without all the tech.
I have the original V1 10 watter...and a Roland MC GX, and a Mooer Hornet, and a Vox Pathfinder 10...
The Vox and the BS are the biggest of the 4...but when I use my AB-Y box to use them both at the same time (the Vox for the cleans and the BS for the effects )...I can make some glorious noise.
And both amps together weigh less than 25 lbs so if I drive over to a local jam session I take these 2 amps and a Strat in a gigbag...ready to go in 6 minutes :)
found you brother, I'm AB-Y splitting to a Pathfinder 15R and a Core 20 with no complaints what so ever. Both are fine on their own but I'm still surprised at how much they shine running wet-dry like that. 1+1=3. There's a lo-fi noodle on my channel if you want a peek.
Amazon has a USB TO USB C converter.
Not listened to Shinedown in ages. Thanks Phil lol
I had an ID core 40 and the Wide Stereo effects were great. Gain sounds were okay. They are cheap amps and quite loud. One thing I dislike is the laptop style PSU. It makes it so much less portable.
Hate this also. It's fragile and untidy.