Blackstar Beam Solo Headphone Amplifier

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Step into a world-class studio - anytime, anywhere. The BEAM: Solo redefines the headphone amp experience, delivering Blackstar’s signature tone in a compact, intuitive package. Designed for electric, acoustic, and bass guitar, it sets a new benchmark in sound quality, ease of use, and app integration.

Unlike basic alternatives, Blackstar's best-in-class mobile app puts photo-realistic amp heads, cabinets, mics, and pedals at your fingertips. Access and contribute to an active online community, where you can download, share, and showcase patches with friends and fellow musicians via social media. Built-in tuner and metronome features ensure you’re always in tune and on time, helping you make the most of every session.

The dynamic light beam provides real-time feedback, making tone adjustments clear and precise - with or without the app. The SpeedDial control wheel offers effortless access to core settings for adjusting on the fly, while their XpressFX control streamlines FX adjustments for seamless performance.

Additionally, the BEAM: Solo is the only headphone amp that allows vocal recording, making it a game-changer for musicians looking to capture both their guitar and vocals with ease.

Features

• Unlock a world of amps, cabs, mics and pedals via the Beam app, giving you unlimited tonal possibilities. The patented ISF control blends tones from American to British and all points between.
• The dynamic Light Beam display and intuitive SpeedDial make real-time tone shaping fast and easy
• Exclusive ‘In The Room™’ technology, brings the feel of a real amp into your headphones, making every note sound alive and dynamic
• XpressFX allows you to adjust the intensity of effects instantly using the SpeedDial, giving you smooth, responsive control over your sound
• A headset mic input is added with a studio-quality preamp and reverb, so you can capture both vocals and guitar wherever they are
• Bluetooth connectivity lets you jam along with your favourite tracks
• Exclusive Artist patches grant you access to signature sounds from the pros
• Join the vibrant online community to share your custom tones, discover new sounds, connect with musicians worldwide and instantly share patches with friends via Social Share

Headphone Amp Specs

• Unrivalled App Experience for both iOS and Android – Intuitive design with superior control over tone
• Premium Blackstar Tone – Best-in-class sound for electric, acoustic, and bass guitars
• Ergonomic & Portable – Designed for ultimate convenience and comfort
• SpeedDial - A quick and easy way to dial in your tone
• Onboard Editing Controls – Adjust Patch, Gain, EQ, FX, and Volume with ease
• XpressFX – Dynamically adjust the tone of your FX chain with a simple turn of the SpeedDial
• Bluetooth Connectivity – Enables app control and high-quality audio playback
• Patented ISF Control – The ‘Infinite Shape Feature’ control can take you from a ‘American’ sounding amp all the way through to a classic ‘British’ amplifier and anywhere in between
• USB-C Port – For charging and use as a high-quality audio interface
• Integrated Adjustable 1/4” Jack Plug – Compatible with all guitar types
• 3.5mm TRRS Headphone Jack – Ensures crystal-clear monitoring
• Extended Battery Life – Approx. 6 hours of continuous use
• The BEAM: Solo is more than a headphone amp—it’s a complete, studio-grade tone solution in your pocket

Beam App Specs

• 6 Head distinct amplifier choices from clean and chimey to high gain insanity.
• Access 6 Cab and 6 Microphones options using our CabRig™ DSP to unlock hundreds of variations.
• Over 35 effects to further enhance your sound
• Ability to save and recall custom presets and patches
• Photo-realistic displays for Blackstar Amplifiers, cabinets and effect pedals
• Tone Control manually or on the app in real time via Bluetooth phone connectivity
• Direct recording capability for capturing ideas on the go
• Intuitive user interface for easy navigation and tone customisation
• Firmware updates for continuous feature enhancements
• Built-in tuner and metronome