{"product_id":"blackstar-st-james-50-el34-head-212voc-cab","title":"Blackstar St. James 50 EL34 Head \u0026amp; 212VOC 2x12 Cab","description":"\u003ch2\u003eQuick Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar St. James 50 EL34 Head \u0026amp; matching St. James 212VOC Fawn 2x12 cabinet\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium valve guitar rig built for players who want classic EL34 response and serious stage performance without the weight normally associated with a 50-watt valve head and large speaker cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the setup is the \u003cstrong\u003eSt. James 50 EL34 Head\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining 2 x ECC83 preamp valves with 2 x EL34 power valves. Its two-channel design moves from clear, dynamic clean tones into expressive British-inspired crunch, with a footswitchable boost providing another level of drive when required. Three power modes – \u003cstrong\u003e50W, Sag and 2W\u003c\/strong\u003e – give the amp genuine flexibility from stage volume to home and studio use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matching \u003cstrong\u003eSt. James 212VOC Fawn cabinet\u003c\/strong\u003e uses two exclusive lightweight \u003cstrong\u003e12-inch Celestion Zephyr speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering the spread and authority of a vertical 2x12 while keeping cabinet weight remarkably manageable. Add an integrated reactive load, CabRig speaker simulation, USB audio, XLR direct output, headphones, reverb and effects loop, and this becomes a thoroughly modern valve rig that still puts traditional amp tone and playing response first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iRaE2-F6sSs?si=NtxXJsYjKlZhy0oZ\" 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\u003eSt. James\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSt. James 50 EL34 Head\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabinet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSt. James 212VOC Fawn\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\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50W \/ Sag \/ 2W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Valves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x EL34\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabinet Speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x 12\" Celestion Zephyr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabinet Power Handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e140W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFawn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium full-valve head and 2x12 rig with dramatically reduced carrying weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGigging, recording, pedalboards, rehearsals and professional guitar rigs\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 St. James 50 EL34 Valve Head – Fawn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar St. James 212VOC Fawn Vertical 2x12 Speaker Cabinet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar FS-19 2-way footcontroller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose The Blackstar St. James 50 EL34 Head \u0026amp; 2x12 Cab?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e50 Watts Of Genuine EL34 Valve Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe St. James EL34 uses \u003cstrong\u003etwo ECC83 preamp valves and two EL34 power valves\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing the touch response, harmonic complexity and natural compression players expect from a genuine valve amplifier. Blackstar has voiced this version around classic clean and British-inspired crunch territory rather than making it simply another modern high-gain head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Full 2x12 Rig Without Traditional 2x12 Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matching 212VOC cabinet is loaded with \u003cstrong\u003etwo Celestion Zephyr 12-inch speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e developed specifically for the lightweight St. James platform. Combined with the amp head's lightweight construction, this makes the complete system considerably easier to transport than many conventional 50W valve-head-and-2x12 combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e50W, Sag Or 2W Power Modes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull \u003cstrong\u003e50W mode\u003c\/strong\u003e provides maximum clean headroom and stage authority. \u003cstrong\u003e2W mode\u003c\/strong\u003e makes the amplifier far easier to work with at home or in the studio, while \u003cstrong\u003eSag mode\u003c\/strong\u003e changes the behaviour of the power supply for a softer, more compressed vintage-style response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFootswitchable Boost\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChannel II is built around classic British-style crunch and includes a \u003cstrong\u003e+10dB front-end boost\u003c\/strong\u003e. Engaging the boost drives the valve preamp harder while retaining the core character of the channel, making it useful for moving from edge-of-breakup and rhythm tones into more saturated lead sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt-In Reactive Load\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the St. James system's most significant features is its \u003cstrong\u003eintegrated reactive load\u003c\/strong\u003e. This allows the amplifier's real valve power stage to remain part of the direct-recording signal path, making silent recording and modern stage setups practical without requiring a separate external load box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCabRig Speaker Simulation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar's \u003cstrong\u003eCabRig\u003c\/strong\u003e IR-based DSP speaker simulator provides configurable cabinet, microphone and room-style processing for the amp's direct outputs. This means you can send a consistent miked-cab-style tone directly to recording equipment or a PA without abandoning the response of the real valve amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Matching St. James 212VOC Fawn Cabinet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included \u003cstrong\u003eSt. James 212VOC Fawn\u003c\/strong\u003e is not simply a generic 2x12 paired with the head. It was developed as part of the same lightweight St. James platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo Blackstar-exclusive \u003cstrong\u003eCelestion Zephyr 12-inch speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e provide a combined \u003cstrong\u003e140W power-handling capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e, comfortably accommodating the 50W amplifier head while retaining the physical movement and projection guitarists expect from a proper two-speaker cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vertical cabinet can also be configured with an \u003cstrong\u003eopen or closed rear\u003c\/strong\u003e, letting you alter the way the cabinet projects into the room. Closed-back operation produces a more focused response, while opening the rear changes the spread and interaction with the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnection options include \u003cstrong\u003e4-ohm and 16-ohm mono operation or stereo 8-ohm left\/right inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the cabinet useful flexibility beyond this matched St. James setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlackstar St. James 50 EL34 vs Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar St. James 50 6L6\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSt. James 50 6L6\u003c\/strong\u003e shares the lightweight construction, reactive load, CabRig and 50W\/Sag\/2W power arrangement, but its 6L6 output stage and Channel II design move further towards increased clean headroom and more aggressive high-gain territory. Choose the EL34 version for classic crunch and British-inspired drive; choose the 6L6 when modern high gain is a greater priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar St. James 50 EL34 2x12 Combo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSt. James 50 EL34 2x12 Combo\u003c\/strong\u003e packages the same core EL34 concept and twin Zephyr speaker format into a single enclosure. The separate head and 212VOC cabinet setup gives you greater placement flexibility and the option to use the head with different cabinets, while the combo is useful if you prefer an all-in-one format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar HT Club 40 MkIII\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHT Club 40 MkIII\u003c\/strong\u003e is a more conventional 40W EL34 1x12 combo with four voices, ISF and a Celestion speaker. It is an excellent choice when you want an all-in-one gigging amplifier. The St. James system moves into a more premium, significantly lighter-weight design and adds the built-in reactive load and more advanced direct-recording approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMarshall Origin50 Head\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMarshall Origin50\u003c\/strong\u003e is a straightforward 50W EL34 head with 50W, approximately 10W and 5W power settings, single-channel operation and a switchable boost. It is a strong choice for traditional Marshall-style players. The St. James offers a broader two-channel setup alongside 2W\/Sag operation, reverb, reactive-load technology, CabRig, USB audio and balanced XLR connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is The Blackstar St. James 50 EL34 Rig For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis St. James head and cabinet package is particularly well suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGigging guitarists tired of carrying exceptionally heavy valve equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlues and classic-rock players who favour EL34 character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists wanting clear clean tones alongside vintage-inspired crunch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePedalboard users looking for a responsive valve platform\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional musicians needing both stage and studio functionality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers using silent-stage or direct-to-PA systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome-studio guitarists who want to record a genuine valve power stage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusicians wanting 50W stage headroom with genuinely useful low-power operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists who prefer a separate head and cabinet rather than a combo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers wanting the spread and physical response of a vertical 2x12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for advice on choosing the right \u003cstrong\u003evalve amp head, 2x12 guitar cabinet or professional guitar rig\u003c\/strong\u003e? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Genres \u0026amp; Playing Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EL34 St. James is particularly strong for \u003cstrong\u003eblues, classic rock, indie, alternative, roots rock, pop, country and traditional British-inspired guitar tones\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChannel I provides a clean, dynamic foundation that works particularly well with pedalboards, while Channel II is designed around more vintage-influenced crunch. The footswitchable boost then pushes the preamp harder for lead sounds and more saturated drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers looking primarily for extreme modern metal gain should also consider the St. James 6L6 version, while those who value touch sensitivity, pedal interaction and classic valve crunch are especially well served by this EL34 configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose A Separate Head \u0026amp; Vertical 2x12 Cabinet?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA separate guitar head and speaker cabinet gives you more flexibility than a fixed combo. You can position the head conveniently, change speaker cabinets later and transport the amplifier and speaker section as two separate pieces rather than moving one large enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003evertical 2x12 format\u003c\/strong\u003e also raises one speaker higher than a conventional horizontal cabinet, helping the player hear the rig more directly on stage. You retain the fuller spread and low-frequency authority associated with two 12-inch guitar speakers without immediately stepping up to the size of a traditional 4x12.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this St. James package, the lightweight design makes those advantages particularly attractive because the separate cabinet remains far easier to manage than many traditional 2x12 designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCabRig \u0026amp; Reactive Load: A Valve Rig Built For Modern Recording\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional valve-head recording normally requires a speaker cabinet or dedicated load box, microphone, stand, suitable room and enough volume to make the amp behave the way you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe St. James takes a different approach. Its \u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in reactive load interacts with the valve power stage in a speaker-like way\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the post-power-valve signal to feed the direct-recording system. CabRig then provides the cabinet and microphone simulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means you can enjoy the matched 2x12 cabinet when volume is appropriate, then move into a direct or silent workflow without abandoning the real EL34 output stage at the centre of your sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar developed the \u003cstrong\u003eSt. James series around two particularly difficult goals\u003c\/strong\u003e: produce genuine valve amplifiers at substantially lower weights and integrate the tools modern musicians need for recording and direct live use without compromising the traditional valve signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo reduce weight, Blackstar re-examined areas including the power supply, chassis, transformers, cabinet construction and speakers. Modern switch-mode power-supply technology provides universal-voltage compatibility while the lightweight cabinet construction and Celestion Zephyr speakers reduce the bulk traditionally associated with powerful valve rigs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EL34 model was specifically voiced around \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican-inspired clean headroom and classic British crunch\u003c\/strong\u003e. Blackstar subsequently used the St. James 50 EL34 platform as the foundation for Jared James Nichols' JJN 50 signature amplifier, underlining the original platform's focus on expressive, dynamic valve tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is not simply a traditional valve amp made smaller. 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Zephyr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e140W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMono Impedance Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Ω \/ 16Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStereo Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8Ω left \/ 8Ω right\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRear Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen \/ closed-back configurable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabinet Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightweight Candlenut ply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFawn with black basketweave styling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.63 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e501 x 798 x 295 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar St. James 50 EL34 Head is mains powered\u003c\/strong\u003e and supports a universal \u003cstrong\u003e90–264V, 50\/60Hz\u003c\/strong\u003e supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe St. James 212VOC cabinet is a passive speaker cabinet and requires no separate mains power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways use a proper \u003cstrong\u003espeaker cable rather than a standard guitar\/instrument cable\u003c\/strong\u003e between a valve amplifier head and speaker cabinet, and ensure the amplifier output and cabinet impedance are correctly matched before switching the amplifier on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConnectivity \u0026amp; Rig Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe St. James EL34 works particularly well as the centre of a professional pedalboard rig. Boost, overdrive, fuzz, compression and wah pedals can sit before the amplifier, while the \u003cstrong\u003eseries effects loop\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a more suitable position for delay, modulation and other post-preamp effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor recording and live sound, USB audio, balanced XLR CabRig output and the headphone\/line connection provide alternatives to placing a conventional microphone in front of the cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe separate-head format also gives you the option of using compatible alternative speaker cabinets when required, although the included 212VOC provides the visually and technically matched St. James configuration.\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 St. James 50 EL34 Head \u0026amp; 212VOC cabinet\u003c\/strong\u003e solves one of the biggest practical problems with a professional valve rig: weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou still get 50 watts of genuine EL34 power, a proper twin-12-inch speaker cabinet and the physical response expected from a serious stage amp, but Blackstar's lightweight head, Candlenut-ply cabinet and Celestion Zephyr speakers make the system dramatically easier to transport than the traditional valve-head-and-cab approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated reactive load and CabRig are equally important. They mean this is not simply a lightweight gigging amp – it is also exceptionally well equipped for direct recording, headphones and modern silent-stage setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gigging guitarists, blues\/rock players, pedalboard users and professional home studios\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1x12 valve combos, heavier traditional valve heads and mid-powered gigging amplifiers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pedalboards, boost\/overdrive pedals, delay and modulation effects, recording interfaces and live PA systems\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use Channel I as a clean pedal platform, then set Channel II around your core crunch sound and use the footswitchable boost as your additional lead stage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e The standout feature is not simply that St. James is light – it is that you can get a genuine 50W EL34 head and vertical 2x12 experience without the usual feeling that moving the rig is a two-person job.\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 professional guitar equipment and complete amplifier rigs. Whether you're moving from a combo to your first head and cabinet, building a touring pedalboard setup or choosing between EL34 and 6L6 valve platforms, 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\u003eA trusted independent UK music retailer with decades of experience\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 amplifier heads, cabinets, pedals and complete live 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 St. James 50 EL34 a genuine valve amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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Headphones and the built-in reactive-load\/direct-output system provide additional options when speaker volume is impractical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Sag mode do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSag mode changes the response of the amplifier's power supply to create a softer, more compressed feel associated with certain vintage valve amplifiers. It is designed as a playing-response option rather than simply another fixed reduced-wattage setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I record the St. James without putting a microphone in front of the cabinet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its integrated reactive load, CabRig speaker simulation and direct USB\/XLR connectivity are designed specifically for recording and direct-output applications without relying entirely on a conventional cabinet microphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the St. James 212VOC cabinet run in stereo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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