{"product_id":"blackstar-ht-1r-mkiii-valve-combo","title":"Blackstar HT-1R MkIII 1W 1x8\" Valve Guitar Combo Amplifier","description":"\u003ch2\u003eQuick Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar HT-1R MkIII\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact \u003cstrong\u003e1-watt valve guitar combo amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e designed specifically for players who want genuine valve response at volumes that make sense for home practice and recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts valve circuit combines an \u003cstrong\u003eECC83 preamp valve with an ECC82 push-pull power stage\u003c\/strong\u003e, driving a Blackstar-designed 8-inch speaker. Two channels with two voices per channel provide four distinctly different tonal starting points, taking you from articulate cleans through warmer edge-of-breakup sounds to classic and more aggressive high-gain overdrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MkIII generation also brings Blackstar's modern recording technology into this compact valve platform. \u003cstrong\u003eCabRig speaker simulation, USB-C recording, stereo line\/headphone output, studio-quality reverb and footswitchable Channel and Voice functions\u003c\/strong\u003e make the HT-1R MkIII much more than a straightforward bedroom practice amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oc1JkqG6Mx8?si=lYkJoDF-OfgG_cOz\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackstar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHT Series MkIII\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHT-1R MkIII\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValve guitar combo amplifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x 8\" Blackstar-designed speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eECC83 preamp, ECC82 power amp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannels \/ Voices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 channels, 2 voices per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine push-pull valve tone at home-friendly output levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome practice, recording, headphone playing and compact studios\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar HT-1R MkIII 1W valve guitar combo amplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar FS-16 2-way footswitch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose The Blackstar HT-1R MkIII?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGenuine Valve Power At Just 1 Watt\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HT-1R MkIII uses a genuine valve preamp and an \u003cstrong\u003eECC82 dual-triode push-pull power stage\u003c\/strong\u003e to produce its 1-watt output. The design is specifically intended to deliver the compression, harmonics and breakup associated with a driven valve power stage without requiring the enormous output of a traditional stage amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFour Distinct Amp Voices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amp provides \u003cstrong\u003eClean and Overdrive channels with two selectable voices on each\u003c\/strong\u003e. Blackstar changes more than simply the amount of gain between these settings, altering elements of the preamp and power-amp response to create genuinely different playing characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned For Home And Studio Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne watt through an 8-inch speaker gives the HT-1R MkIII enough presence to feel like a proper guitar amplifier while remaining far easier to manage in a bedroom, home studio or practice space than a conventional 20W, 40W or 100W valve amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar ISF Tone Shaping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar's patented \u003cstrong\u003eISF – Infinite Shape Feature – control\u003c\/strong\u003e lets you move the overall response between American-style and British-style characteristics. This provides a simple way to tailor the amp around different guitars, pickups and playing styles without filling the front panel with unnecessary controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt-In CabRig Speaker Simulation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar CabRig\u003c\/strong\u003e lets the amplifier create the sound of a miked guitar cabinet for direct recording and headphone use. Three CabRig presets are available, with deeper cabinet, microphone and room editing accessible through Blackstar Architect software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUSB-C Recording Without Miking The Speaker\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the HT-1R MkIII directly to a computer via \u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C\u003c\/strong\u003e and it can operate as an audio recording device. This is particularly useful for home musicians who want to record genuine valve tones without setting up microphones or worrying about room acoustics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlackstar HT-1R MkIII vs Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar HT-5R MkIII\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHT-5R MkIII\u003c\/strong\u003e is the logical upgrade if you want more physical speaker movement, additional output and the fuller response of a 12-inch speaker. It also offers an effects loop and more extensive connectivity. The HT-1R MkIII is better suited to players prioritising compact dimensions, home practice and low-volume recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar HT-20R MkIII\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHT-20R MkIII\u003c\/strong\u003e moves firmly towards rehearsal and live use, with substantially greater power and clean headroom. Choose the HT-1R MkIII when your priority is getting genuine valve behaviour at home; choose the HT-20R MkIII when the same amplifier needs to handle regular band rehearsals and gigs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMarshall DSL1CR\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMarshall DSL1CR\u003c\/strong\u003e is another 1-watt valve combo aimed at home players and offers Marshall's distinctive Classic Gain and Ultra Gain voicing. It is a strong choice for players specifically seeking that familiar Marshall character, while the Blackstar provides its own four-voice system, ISF tonal shaping and integrated CabRig recording platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrange Rocker 15\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOrange Rocker 15\u003c\/strong\u003e offers significantly greater maximum output together with multiple low-power operating modes. It is better suited to someone who wants a valve combo capable of moving from home into louder playing situations, while the HT-1R MkIII is the more compact, recording-focused choice for predominantly domestic use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is The Blackstar HT-1R MkIII For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HT-1R MkIII is particularly well suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome guitarists wanting their first genuine valve amplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers upgrading from a small digital or solid-state practice amp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists who want valve breakup without excessive volume\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome and project-studio recording\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers who regularly practise through headphones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlues, rock, indie and alternative guitarists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigher-gain players wanting a compact valve practice setup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists who prefer traditional amp controls over deep digital menus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusicians who want direct USB recording without always using an audio interface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for advice on choosing the right \u003cstrong\u003ehome valve amp, recording amplifier or compact guitar setup\u003c\/strong\u003e? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Genres And Playing Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe four channel and voice combinations give the HT-1R MkIII considerably more tonal range than its compact size might suggest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts cleaner settings suit \u003cstrong\u003eblues, pop, indie, country and general practice\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the Overdrive channel moves confidently through \u003cstrong\u003eclassic rock, hard rock, alternative and higher-gain styles\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the amp is designed to react dynamically to guitar output and playing technique, changing guitars, pickup types and your guitar's volume control can also produce noticeably different results without changing amplifier settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs A 1-Watt Valve Amp Loud Enough For Home Practice?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne valve watt is still capable of producing a healthy amount of sound through a guitar speaker. The advantage is that the HT-1R MkIII reaches the useful working range of its valve power stage at much lower output levels than a larger gigging amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes it particularly useful for players who want to hear and feel genuine valve compression and breakup without buying a powerful amplifier that spends virtually all of its time running at a tiny fraction of its capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor regular band rehearsals or gigging, stepping up to the HT-5R MkIII or particularly the HT-20R MkIII makes more sense. For \u003cstrong\u003ebedroom practice, home recording and lower-volume valve playing\u003c\/strong\u003e, the HT-1R MkIII is designed specifically for the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy CabRig Makes Sense On A Home Valve Amp\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecording a traditional valve combo normally means placing a microphone in front of the speaker, finding the right position and dealing with the sound of the room. That can be enjoyable in a full studio, but it is not always practical at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HT-1R MkIII's \u003cstrong\u003eCabRig speaker simulation\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you another approach. It can create cabinet, microphone and room-style processing for USB recording and the stereo headphone\/line output, letting you capture a complete guitar sound while still using a genuine valve amplifier as the foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHT name stands for “High Tension”\u003c\/strong\u003e, referring to the high voltages associated with valve amplifier circuits. The name reaches back to Blackstar's earliest products and its original HT valve pedals, making it an important part of the company's amplifier history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HT-1 concept took Blackstar's low-powered valve philosophy and condensed it into a format aimed specifically at home and studio players. A key part of the design is the unusual \u003cstrong\u003eECC82 dual-triode push-pull output stage\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the amplifier to reproduce the behaviour of a traditional push-pull valve power section at only one watt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MkIII generation retains that core philosophy but brings it into a modern recording environment through \u003cstrong\u003eCabRig and direct USB-C audio\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the same compact valve amplifier to work as both a conventional practice combo and a direct recording tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValve electric guitar combo amplifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1W RMS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreamp Valve\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x ECC83\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Amp Valve\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x ECC82\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Amp Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-powered push-pull\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x 8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackstar-designed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClean and Overdrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTone Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackstar patented ISF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStudio-quality digital reverb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker Simulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackstar CabRig\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabRig Presets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 customisable presets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Recording\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes – USB-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine \/ Headphone Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStereo 1\/4\" TRS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFootswitching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel and Voice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFootswitch Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFS-16 \/ FS-22\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffects Loop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\" Blackstar-designed speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecording \u0026amp; Connectivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C audio connection\u003c\/strong\u003e makes the HT-1R MkIII particularly useful for guitarists recording at home. A processed stereo guitar signal can be sent directly into compatible recording software, complete with speaker-cabinet emulation and reverb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows users require Blackstar's USB audio driver, while compatible Mac systems can recognise the amplifier as a plug-and-play audio device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003estereo line\/headphone output\u003c\/strong\u003e provides another way to access the CabRig-processed sound, making it useful for silent practice or connection to compatible recording and audio equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the larger HT-5R MkIII, the HT-1R MkIII does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e include an effects loop, so pedals are connected in front of the amplifier's main guitar input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar HT-1R MkIII is mains powered\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the amplifier only to a mains supply that matches the voltage, power and frequency information stated on its rear panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo batteries are required for operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFair Deal Music Verdict 🎵\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e★★★★★ 5\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar HT-1R MkIII\u003c\/strong\u003e makes a lot of sense for guitarists who specifically want a genuine valve amp for home use rather than buying far more power than they need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 1-watt ECC82 push-pull power stage is the star of the show, but the MkIII's real strength is how Blackstar has combined that traditional valve design with modern recording features. CabRig, USB-C audio, headphone operation, four tonal voices and built-in reverb mean this tiny combo can form the centre of a very capable home practice and recording setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home guitarists, recording musicians and players wanting low-volume genuine valve tone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small solid-state, digital modelling and beginner practice amplifiers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overdrive pedals, headphones, recording computers and compact pedalboards\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not judge the HT-1R MkIII purely by its 1W specification. Part of the appeal is being able to work the valve output stage harder at a level where a larger valve amplifier would still barely be getting started.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is one of the strongest choices in the HT range for a guitarist who knows the amp will live primarily at home and wants genuine valve character without paying for stage volume they will rarely use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Birmingham showroom is backed by a knowledgeable musician-led team who understand guitar amplifiers as part of a complete setup. Whether you're choosing your first valve amp, putting together a home recording rig or comparing different Blackstar models, we're here to help you make the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert advice from knowledgeable musicians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully checked new, used, pre-owned and ex-display equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitive prices on leading music brands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecure UK-wide delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriendly support before and after your purchase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecades of experience with new and pre-owned musical equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large Birmingham showroom where you can speak directly with our team\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractical advice on guitars, pedals, amplifiers and complete rigs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThinking about upgrading? Your next piece of gear could cost less than you think.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're always happy to consider part exchanges and trade-ins on a wide range of musical instruments and equipment. Whether you're looking to upgrade your guitar, keyboard, amplifier, drum kit or studio gear, your existing equipment could help reduce the cost of your next purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply get in touch with our team for a no-obligation valuation and we'll be happy to discuss the options available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an easy way to unlock the value of the gear you no longer use while making your next upgrade more affordable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Blackstar HT-1R MkIII a genuine valve amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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