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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
USA / Canada

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
8. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
9.	Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, orother apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
10.	
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding typeplug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the thirdprong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
11.	Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
12. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
13.	Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods oftime.
14.	Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when theapparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug isdamaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, theapparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
“TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS APPARATUS FROM THE AC MAINS,DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE”.
“WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOTEXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AND OBJECTS FILLED WITH
LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THIS APPARATUS”.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operationand maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying theappliance.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficientmagnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

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Warning!

If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions arefollowed, then refer the product to a qualified service engineer.

EnglishREAD THE FOLLOWING INFORMATIONINSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!

CAREFULLY.

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The U.S. Government´s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has
specified the following permissible noise level exposures:
Duration Per Day In Hours
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Sound Level dBA, Slow Response

Danger! High internal operating voltages.
Do not open the equipment case. There are no user serviceable parts in thisequipment. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Condensation can form on the inside of an amplifier if it is moved from a cold
environment to a warmer location. Before switching the unit on, it is recommended
that the unit be allowed to reach room temperature.
Unauthorised modification of this equipment is expressly forbidden by Blackstar
Amplification Ltd.
Never push objects of any kind into ventilation slots on the equipment casing.
Do not expose this apparatus to rain, liquids or moisture of any type.
Avoid placing vessels filled with liquid on top of the amplifier.
Do not place this product on an unstable trolley, stand or table. The product may
fall, causing serious damage to the product or to persons!
Do not cover or block ventilation slots or openings.
This product should not be placed near a source of heat such as a stove, radiator,
or another heat producing amplifier.
Use only the supplied power cord which is compatible with the mains voltage
supply in your area.
Power supply cords should always be handled carefully and should be replaced if
damaged in any way.
Never break off the earth (ground) pin on the power supply cord.
The power supply cord should be unplugged when the unit is to be unused for long
periods of time.
Before the unit is switched on, the loudspeaker should be connected as describedin the handbook using the lead recommended by the manufacturer.
Always replace damaged fuses with the correct rating and type.
Never disconnect the protective mains earth connection.
High loudspeaker levels can cause permanent hearing damage. You should
therefore avoid the direct vicinity of loudspeakers operating at high levels. Wearhearing protection if continuously exposed to high levels.
If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions arefollowed, then refer the product to a qualified service engineer.
Only suitable for safe use under non-tropical climate conditions.
Maximum ambient temperature for operation: 35℃
Always make sure that the power cable is connected to a socket/outlet with anearthed connection.
Mains Voltage: 100-240V~ 50/60Hz
This amplifier is only designed and evaluated for safety at a maximum altitude of 2000m

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Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product!

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According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could
result in some hearing loss.
Ear plug protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating
this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss if exposure isin excess of the limits as set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous
exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed toequipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels such as this amplification
system be protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in operation.

All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separatelyfrom the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities
appointed by the government or the local authorities.

5EnglishFeaturesThank you for purchasing this Blackstar HT Venue MK III amplifier. Like all our
products, this amp is the result of countless hours of painstaking Research andDevelopment by our world-class design team. Based in Northampton (UK), theBlackstar team are all experienced musicians themselves and the sole aim of thedevelopment process is to provide guitarists with products which are the ultimate
tools for self-expression.

This HT Venue MK III is a highly versatile amplifier suited to a wide range ofplaying styles and situations.

All Blackstar products are subjected to extensive laboratory and road testing toensure that they are truly uncompromising in terms of reliability, quality and above
all TONE.

The Clean Channel has two voices; one based on a classic American circuitand the other based on a classic British tone. The Voice switch reconfigures
the preamp voicing, EQ and valve gain structure, as well as the power amplifier
damping. This produces a clean, bright, solid bass response for the American
tone and a highly responsive ‘chime’ with looser bottom for the British tone thatcan be pushed into a midrange overdrive when driven hard. The Voice setting
can also be selected via footcontroller.

The HT Stage MK III’s flexible three channel design features the unique patented
ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) control and although it has a comprehensive control set,
it is still simple and intuitive to use. Please read through this handbook carefully toensure you get the maximum benefit from your new Blackstar product.

The HT Stage MK III has two Overdrive channels which share a common EQ
section and, like the Clean Channel, each of the Overdrive channels has a Voiceswitch which allows the character of each channel to be changed, providing abroad palette of overdriven tones.

If you like what you hear and want to find out more about the Blackstar range of
products, please visit our website at www.blackstaramps.com.

As with the Clean Channel, each of these voices can also be selected by
footcontroller. When switching between channels, the amplifier will recall the
specific Voice setting last used on that channel.

Thanks!
The Blackstar Team

EnglishIntroduction

The Overdrive channels are characterised by a tone which is high in gain, but avoids
any of the detached top-end ‘fizz’ often found in other designs. This is a result of
unique preamplifier and power amplifier shaping techniques, which also benefit theplayer in the way the overdrives clean up beautifully as the guitar volume is reduced.
Even at the most extreme settings, the Overdrive channels remain natural sounding.
The patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) control is unique to Blackstar Amplification
and represents a major step forward in tone shaping flexibility. The ISF control shifts
the response of the three control tone stack between, a US type response at one
end, and at the other, a UK type response. Importantly, in between the two extremes
lie an infinite number of alternative tone choices that would be otherwise unavailable.
The amplifier features naturally sounding digital reverb that can be adjusted via
the Reverb control on the front panel or turned on and off via the optional 5-way
footcontroller. A switch on the rear panel selects between ‘Dark’ and ‘Light’. The Dark
setting is based on a room reverb and the Light setting is based on a plate reverb.
The reverb decay times can also be adjusted differently for each channel by
connecting via USB to our proprietary Architect software.
A Power Switch is provided on the front panel to switch the amplifier between fullpower and 10% power. This means that the full tonal depth of the valve powerstage can be enjoyed at any volume, retaining the distinctive sound of power
valves working hard.
A USB connector allows for sending up to 4 channels of the guitar signal (dry,preamp out and stereo emulated out) into a computer for recording purposes.
It also enables the connection to the previously mentioned Architect software fordeep editing of not only the reverb, but also extensive control of CabRig parameters
for power amp/speaker/cabinet/mic/room emulations from the USB, balanced DI
and stereo headphone/line outputs, for practicing, recording and live use.

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Front Panel
EnglishPlug your guitar in here. Always use a good quality screened guitar lead.
If no connection is made then the power amplifier will automatically switch to a safe
‘standby’ mode. In situations where the user wants to use the power amp (Returnto Speaker Outputs) without the preamp(s) (Input to Send) – for example; whenusing the amp as a second amp in a stereo rig, or if connecting an external multieffects or modelling unit to the Return – then, to un-mute the power amp, connect ajack plug (preferably shorted) or short ‘patch lead’ to the Input and turn the channel
controls to minimum.

9. OD 1 Volume
This control adjusts the overall volume of the OD 1 Channel. Turning it clockwise
increases the volume.

Clean Channel

This control is for balancing the volumes between the three channels. Its setting
will depend on the other Gain and Volume settings, as well as the specific needsof the user.

2. Clean Select Switch

10. OD 1 Voice Switch

Press this switch to select the Clean Channel. When the green LED is on, the Clean
Channel is selected.

This is a momentary toggle switch that selects between the two voices of the OD 1
Channel. When the associated white LED is unlit, this channel has a ‘classic’ overdrive
voicing. With the white LED lit the overdrive sound has a more ‘modern’ voicing, witha greater bass response and a looser, more aggressive sound due to reduced power
amp damping.

3. Clean Volume
This controls the volume of the Clean Channel. Turning it clockwise increases
the volume. At extreme clockwise settings the preamplifier will start to overdrive,
particularly in the ‘British’ mode which is with white Voice LED on.
4. Clean Voice Switch
This is a momentary toggle switch that selects between the two clean voices. The‘American’ setting is very clean and bright but with a solid low end; this Voice isselected when the Voice LED is unlit. The ‘British’ setting has a looser bass responsewith warmer mid-range and is very sensitive to the output level of the guitar and theplayer’s dynamics; this Voice is selected when the Voice LED is lit. The EQ voicing andvalve gain structure is completely reconfigured between each voice.
5. Bass

OD 2 (Overdrive 2) Channel
11. OD 2 Select Switch
Press this switch to select the OD 2 Channel. When the red LED is on, the OD 2Channel is selected.
12. OD 2 Gain
The OD 2 Gain control adjusts the amount of overdrive or distortion in this channel.
With low settings (anti-clockwise) the tone will be mildly overdriven. As the Gain
control is increased clockwise the sound will turn from crunch to a high gain,
saturated lead tone.

The Bass control adjusts the amount of bass frequencies in your tone. Fully counterclockwise the sound will be tighter in character. Rotating the control clockwise will
progressively increase the bass response of the channel.

13. OD 2 Volume

6. Treble

Again, this control is for balancing the volumes between the three channels. Itssetting will depend on the other Gain and Volume settings, as well as the specificneeds of the user.

The Treble control allows adjustment of the treble frequencies within the sound. At
low settings (counter clockwise) the sound will be warm and darker in character. As
the Treble control is rotated clockwise the sound will become brighter.
OD 1 (Overdrive 1) Channel
7. OD 1 Select Switch
Press this switch to select the OD 1 Channel. When the orange LED is on, the OD
1 Channel is selected.

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The OD 1 Gain control adjusts the amount of the OD 1 Channel’s overdrive or
distortion. Low settings (anti-clockwise) will deliver a clean sound on the edgeof break-up. As the Gain control is increased clockwise the sound will become
more overdriven, moving through crunch tones until, at its maximum position, a full
distorted tone is reached.

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8. OD 1 Gain

This controls the overall volume of the OD 2 Channel. Turning it clockwise increases
the volume.

14. OD 2 Voice Switch
This is a momentary toggle switch that selects between the two voices of the OD 2Channel. With the associated white LED unlit this channel has a ‘classic’ but ‘hotrodded’ overdrive, with medium power amp damping. With the white LED lit theoverdrive sound has a more ‘modern’ voicing that includes a strong mid-emphasised
pre-overdrive boost, as well as a looser, more aggressive sound due to reduced
power amp damping.

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21. Presence

15. Bass

The Presence control sets the overall treble response of the amplifer. Percussivehigh-end can be accentuated on clean sounds and the amount of aggressive treble
controlled with crunch and overdrive settings.

The Bass control adjusts the amount of low-end frequencies in your tone. This amp
has an advanced tone shaping circuit which allows the tone to be varied from tightand cutting when counter clockwise, to warm and thumping when fully clockwise.

This controls the overall volume of your amplifier. Turning it clockwise increases the volume.

16. Middle
The Middle control adjusts the amount of middle
frequencies in your tone. The middle frequencies are
particularly important in setting the amount of ‘body’
your tone has. With the Middle control set to its minimumUSA
position (fully counter clockwise) the sound will beaggressive and scooped, a tone ideal for aggressive
rhythm playing. As the Middle control is increased(clockwise) the amount of ‘body’ is increased, which ismore suitable for sustained lead guitar tones.

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17. Treble
The Treble control allows exact adjustment of the treble frequencies within thesound. At low settings (counter clockwise) the sound will be warm and darker incharacter. As the Treble control is increased (clockwise) the sound will becomebrighter. At the maximum settings the sound will be aggressive and cutting.
18. ISF (Infinite Shape Feature)
The patented ISF control works in conjunction with the Bass, Middle and Treble
controls. It allows you to choose the exact tonal signature you prefer. Fully counterclockwise has a more American characteristic with a tight bottom-end and moreaggressive middle, and fully clockwise has a British characteristic which is more‘woody’ and less aggressive.
Unlike conventional ‘contour’ controls and parametric equalisation systems, the Bass,
Middle and Treble controls remain interactive with each other just like in a traditional
guitar amplifier tone stack. This leads to a very familiar, musical response.
Master
19. Reverb
The Reverb control sets the overall level of the reverb effect. With the control fully
counter clockwise there will be no reverb. Turning the control clockwise will increase
the amount of reverb.
The Reverb tone can be adjusted by the Dark/Light switch on the rear panel. The
Reverb decay times can be adjusted for the Clean and OD channels by connecting
to our Architect deep-editing software.
20. Resonance (HT Stage 60 212 MK III and HT Stage 100 MK III only)
TThe Resonance control sets the overall bass response of the amplifier. At lower
settings the cleans will be tight and funky and overdrives will be focused in their bass
response. At increased settings the clean sounds will become full and warm, whilst
the crunch and overdrive tones will be more bass heavy and resonant.
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22. Volume

EnglishOD 1 and OD 2 EQThis switch allows the reduction of the output stage from full power down to
10% power. This means the full tonal depth of the valve power amplifier canbe enjoyed at lower volumes, therefore making the HT Venue MK III ideal forrecording, smaller gigs and even home practise use. Working in conjunction withthe power reduction systems.
24. Power Indicator Light
The Power Indicator will light when the amplifier is switched on.
25. Standby
This switch enables the output stage. Always turn this switch on at least 30 seconds
after the Power switch (26) and preferably turn the Power switch off after switchingto Standby. During short breaks in playing use just this switch to turn ‘off’ and ‘on’
the amplifier’s output. To prevent any unwanted noise being sent to your speaker(s)we recommend always switching to Standby for a few seconds before switching
the main Power switch to OFF.
26. Power
This switch is used to turn the amplifier on and off. You should always turn thisswitch on before turning on the Standby switch (25).

Rear Panel
1. Mains Fuse
The value of the Mains Fuse is specified on the rear panel. Never use a fuse of theincorrect value or attempt to bypass it.
2. Mains Input
The supplied detachable mains lead is connected here. The lead should only beconnected to a power outlet that is compatible with the voltage, power and frequency
requirements stated on the rear panel. If in doubt get advice from a qualified technician.
3. H.T. Fuse
The value of the H.T. Fuse is specified on the rear panel. Never use a fuse of theincorrect value or attempt to bypass it.
4. Speaker Outputs
The output marked ‘1x16 Ohm’ is for the connection of a single 16 Ohm extension
speaker cabinet.
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The outputs marked ‘1x4 Ohm or 2x8 Ohm’ are for the connection of either a single
4 Ohm extension cabinet or two 8 Ohm cabinets. Also, the internal loudspeaker ofthe HT Stage 60 MK III combo can be plugged in here if it is used with an 8 Ohm
extension cabinet. See table below.
‘1x16 Ohm’
output‘1x8 Ohm or 2x16 ‘1x4 Ohm or 2x8
Ohm’ outputs
Ohm’ outputs

Internal 2x8 Ohm combo speakers(HT Stage 60 212 MK III only)

✓

X

X

X

X

Internal 2x8 Ohm combo speakers
plus one16 Ohm extension cab(HT Stage 60 212 MK III only)

X

✓

✓

X

X

Internal 16 Ohm combo speaker(HT Stage 60 112 MK III only)

✓

X

X

-

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Internal 16 Ohm combo speakerplus one 16 Ohm extension cab(HT Stage 60 112 MK III only)

X

✓

✓

-

-

One 16 Ohm extension cabinet

✓

X

X

X

X

Two 16 Ohm extension cabinets

X

✓

✓

X

X

With the switch in the ‘out’ position (Dark) the reverb is voiced to have a warm
‘room’ quality. Set to the ‘in’ position (Light), the reverb is voiced to have a bright,
airy quality, typical of a ‘plate’ style reverb. The setting chosen will apply to allchannels and voices.
9. Effects Loop Level
The Effects Loop Level switch sets the effects loop to either +4dBV/-10dBV, whichenables you to use it with either professional equipment (+4dBV setting), or withguitar level effects such as effects pedals (-10dBV setting).
10. Effects Loop Return
Connect the (mono) output of an external effects unit here.

One 8 Ohm extension cabinet

X

✓

X

X

X

Two 8 Ohm extension cabinets

X

X

X

✓

✓

Single 4 Ohm extension cabinet

X

X

X

✓

X

WARNING: The output marked ‘1x16 Ohm’ should never be used at the sametime as any of the outputs marked ‘1x8 Ohm or 2x16 Ohm’ or ‘1x4 Ohm or 2x8
Ohm’ outputs. The outputs marked ‘1x8 Ohm or 2x16 Ohm’ or ‘1x4 Ohm or 2x8
Ohm’ outputs should never be used at the same time. Failure to correctly match the
impedance of the amplifier and speakers will damage the amplifier.
5. CabRig Output – Mono Balanced XLR Socket
This output provides a balanced, low impedance connection to a recording device,stage box or mixing desk using a standard XLR cable.
6. CabRig Output - Stereo Line Out / Phones Socket
This output provides a stereo unbalanced connection to a recording device or mixing
desk. Always use a good quality screened TRS lead. The stereo jack socket also
accommodates connection of headphones, allowing you to practice silently.
NOTE: Both the XLR and Stereo Emulated outputs remain active even when inStandby mode. This allows for silent recording or practice when the amplifier is inStandby, regardless of any connected speaker.
7. CabRig Switch
The switch enables you to instantly select between one of the three stored CabRig
presets. This will apply to both the balanced XLR, Line Out / Phones and therelevant USB outputs.
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8. Reverb Dark/Light
EnglishEnglishThe outputs marked ‘1x8 Ohm or 2x16 Ohm’ are for the connection of either asingle 8 Ohm extension cabinet or two 16 Ohm cabinets.

11. Effects Loop Send
Connect the (mono) input of an external effects unit here.
12. 5-Way Footcontroller Socket
The optional 5-way FS-14 footcontroller (not supplied), is connected here. This
footcontroller enables instant access to all channels and voices, plus the global
boost function and Reverb switching. This should be connected to your amplifier
using the cable provided with the FS-14. Alternatively a good quality shielded guitar
cable may be used.
Pressing a Channel button on the footcontroller once will select the relevant channel.
Pressing the currently selected channel will toggle its voice. The previously selected
Voice will be retained for each Channel when switching to it. The Boost switch will
provide a 6dB volume boost that can be applied to any Channel and Voice, and theReverb switch will turn the effect on and off for all channels.
13. 2-Way Footswitch Socket
The supplied 2-way footswitch is connected here. The FS-15 footswitch enables
the selection of the Clean Channel’s two voices, and a chosen Voice from each
Overdrive Channel.
Pressing the Channel switch on the FS-15 will toggle between the Clean Channel
and an Overdrive Channel. When the Clean Channel is selected, pressing the Voiceswitch on the FS-15 will toggle between the two Clean voices. When an Overdrive
Channel is selected, pressing the Voice switch on the FS-15 will toggle between
OD 1 and OD 2.
The Voice selection for OD 1 and OD 2 can still be operated from the front panel
and the amplifier will retain the chosen Voice when switching between channels.
If the supplied FS-15 footswitch is unavailable then a generic 2-way latchingfootswitch with TRS jack connection can be used.
EXTERNAL SWITCHING MODE: This mode is intended for people who wish tocontrol the same main features of the amp using an external switching device thatconnects via the TRS connection of the socket.

13EnglishOnce in External Switching Mode the following settings will apply when a suitable
TRS connection is made:

These audio streams can be recording simultaneously within your chosen recording
software/DAW.
TIP: To record a stereo reverb effected sound, pan the stereo emulated left channel
100% left in the mix and pan the right channel 100% right.
The HT Stage MK III can also receive audio input from your computer:
Channel 1: Line input, left channel – Used for audio monitoring or backing track
playback via the Emulated Output.

TIP

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CHANNELVOICEClosedClosedClean

Voice 1

Closed

Open

Clean

Voice 2

Open

ClosedOverdrive

Set by front panel

15. Kensington Lock

Open

Open

Overdrive

Set by front panel

Also known as a Kensington Security Slot or K-Slot this is a specifically sized holefor connecting a compatible Kensington Lock to secure the amplifier to a fixed
point. For more information, please refer to www.kensington.com

NOTE: Both the 5-way (with FS-14) and 2-way (with external control) sockets canbe used at the same time. This gives the ultimate flexibility of automated and instantmanual control.

EnglishTo switch to External Switching Mode: simply press and hold the Clean Selectand Clean Voice switches for 5 seconds. The green LEDs will then flash together
to indicate the change of mode. The amplifier will retain this mode, even whenswitched off, until it is changed back to normal/footswitch mode.

Channel 2: Line input, right channel – Used for audio monitoring or backing track
playback via the Emulated Output.

14. USB Socket
This C-type USB socket is for connection to a computer via a suitable lead (notsupplied). It is capable of multiple simultaneous inputs and outputs. It is also forconnection to our Architect software for deep-editing of CabRig and other functions.
Standard audio drivers are used to connect the amplifier to a PC, Mac or otherapplicable recording device. No specific drivers are required. For a guide on lowlatency USB recording visit:www.blackstaramps.com/usbrecording
NOTE: Always connect the amplifier via a main USB port, often found on the rearof the computer.
The amplifier will appear as an audio capture device within recording software.
The audio output via USB from your amplifier directly to your computer is carriedacross four independent, simultaneous channels:
Channel 1: Stereo emulated, left channel – The fully processed guitar sound, withspeaker cabinet emulation. This will include the left channel of the internal stereo reverb.
Channel 2: Stereo emulated, right channel – The fully processed guitar sound,with speaker cabinet emulation. This will include the right channel of the internal
stereo reverb.
Channel 3: Preamp output – The preamp sound of the channels, voices and EQ
stages, taken before the reverb and without any speaker cabinet emulation. Ideal
for use with your own effects and cabinet emulation plugins within your recording
software/DAW.
Channel 4: Unprocessed dry guitar signal – This is the direct signal from yourguitar as received by the amp.
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EnglishTechnical Specification
HT Stage 60 112 MK III
Power (RMS): 60 Watts
Valves: 2 x EL34, 2 x ECC83
Weight (kg): 25.1
Dimensions (mm): 619 x 500 x 260
Footswitch: FS-15 included, optional FS-14 for control of channels, voices, boost
and reverb

HT Stage 60 212 MK III
Power (RMS): 60 Watts
Valves: 2 x EL34, 2 x ECC83
Weight (kg): 29.4
Dimensions (mm): 707 x 520 x 260
Footswitch: FS-15 included, optional FS-14 for control of channels, voices, boost
and reverb

HT Stage 100 MK III
Power (RMS): 100 Watts
Valves: 4 x EL34, 2 x ECC83
Weight (kg): 17.8
Dimensions (mm): 591 x 245 x 225
Footswitch: FS-15 included, optional FS-14 full control of channels, voices, boost
and reverb
Please note: Although, the HT Venue MK III series is fitted as standard with EL34
type power valves, they also have intentionally been designed to be ‘retro-fitted’with 6L6 power valve types instead. As is normal with power valve changes, thiswill require ‘re-biasing’ of the valve power stage
This is simple but will not be included in the scope of this user manual.
It will however be freely provided to approved Blackstar service centres

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EnglishEnglishHT Stage 60 112 MK III Front Panel

VOLUMEHT Stage 60 112 MK III Rear Panel
SPEAKER OUTPUTS

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MAINS INPUT
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FOOTSWITCH

EFFECTS LOOPLEVELMAINS FUSE

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CABRIG

Made under license in China

1 x 16 OHM
2 2 0 V- 2 4 0 V - T 1 . 6 A L 2 5 0 V
100V/120V - T3.15AL250V

T630mAL250V

LINE OUT/
PHONESDARK
LIGHT

USB AUDIO+4dBu-10dBV

RETURN

5 - W AY

SEND

2 - W AY

BALANCED

CONNECT SPEAKERS BEFORE USE“CLASS 2 WIRING”
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A P PA R AT E T S S T I K P R O P S K A L T I L S L U T T E S E N S T I K K O N TA K T M E D J O R D S O M G I V E R
F O R B I N D E L S E T I L S T I K P R O P P E N S J O R D . L A I T E O N L I I T E T TÄVÄ S U O J A K O S K E T T I M I L L A
VA R U S T E T T U U N P I S T O R A S I A A N . A P PA R AT E T M Å T I L K O P L E S J O R D E T S T I K K O N TA K T.
A P PA R AT E N S K A L L A N S L U TA S T I L L J O R D AT U T TAG .

ATTENTION:CAN ICES-3 (B) / NMB-3 (B)
CALIFORNIA 93120
COMPLIANT FOR FORMALDEHYDE

H T S TA G E 6 0 1 1 2 M K I I I
MODEL: 119104-VC

EspañolEspañolT his de v ic e c om pli es wi t h Par t 15 of t he FCC Rul es . condi t i ons : ( 1 ) t h i s d e v i c e ma y n o t c a u s e
ha r m f ul int e r f e r e n ce, and (2) t hi s devi ce mus t a ccept any i nt e r f e r e n c e r e c e i v e d , i n c l u d i n g
int e r f e r e nc e t ha t may caus e undes i r ed oper at i on.

1 x 8 OHM OR 2 x 16 OHM

HT Stage 60 212 MK III Front Panel
VOLUME

CLEAN

INPUT

O D E Q U A L I S AT I O NS TA N D B Y P O W E R

6W

60W

BASS

BASS

TREBLEMIDDLEISF

TREBLELEVELRESONANCEPRESENCE

ON

VOLUME

VOICE

OD 2

GAIN

ON

H T S TA G E 6 0

VOLUME

中文

中文

POWER

VOICE

VOLUMEHT Stage 60 212 MK III Rear Panel
WA R N I N G ! : R I S K O F H A Z A R D O U S E N E R G Y
AT T E N T I O N ! : E N E R G I E E L E C T R I Q U E D A N G E R E U S E !

MAINS INPUT
Designed and Engineered by

B l a c k s t a r A m p l i fi c a t i o n L t d

2 2 0 V- 2 4 0 V ~ 5 0 / 6 0 H z

Northampton, England

WA R N I N G ! : D O N O T O B S T R U C T V E N T I L AT I O N G R I L L E S
AT T E N T I O N ! : N E PAS O B S T R U E R L E S G R I L L E S D E V E N T I L AT I O NSPEAKER OUTPUTS

2 1 5 W AT T S

M A IN S F U S E

REVERB

EFFECTS LOOPFOOTSWITCH

LEVEL
3
2
1
CABRIG

H. T. FUSE
1 x 16 OHM

2 2 0 V- 2 4 0 V - T 1 . 6 A L 2 5 0 V
100V/120V - T3.15AL250V

APPARATETS STIKPROP SKAL TILSLUTTES EN STIKKONTAKT MED JORD SOM GIVER FORBINDELSE TIL STIKPROPPENS JORD. LAITE ON LIITETTÄVÄSUOJAKOSKETTIMILLA VARUSTETTUUN PISTORASIAAN. APPARATET MÅ TILKOPLES JORDET STIKKONTAKT. APPARATEN SKALL ANSLUTAS TILL JORDAT UTTAG.

CABRIG OUTPUT

Made under license in China

T630mAL250V

1 x 8 OHM OR 2 x 16 OHM

CONNECT SPEAKERS BEFORE USE“CLASS 2 WIRING”
O U T P U T: 6 0 W AT T S R M SThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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MASTER

VOICE

OD 1

CLEAN

REVERB

JapaneseJapaneseGAIN

1 x 4 OHM OR 2 x 8 OHM

LINE OUT/
PHONES

DARK
LIGHT

+4dBu
-10dBVH T S TA G E 6 0 2 1 2 M K I I I
MODEL: 119105-VC

USB AUDIORETURN

SEND

5 - W AY

2 - W AY

BALANCED
ATTENTION:

WA R N I N G ! : T O R E D U C E T H E R I S K O F F I R E O R E L E C T R I CSHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR
M O I S T U R E . T H I S A P PA R AT U S M U S T B E E A RT H E D .

AT T E N T I O N ! : P O U R E V I T E R L E S R I S Q U E S D ’ I N CEN D IE ET D E
D E C H A R G E S E L E C T R I Q U E S , N ’ E X P O S E Z J A M A I S C ET A PPA R EIL
L’H U M I D I T E O U A L A P L U I E . C O N N E C T E R C E T APPA R EIL A LA TER R E.

C A N IC ES-3 (B ) / N M B -3 (B )C A LIFO R N IA 93120
C O M PLIA N T FO R FO R M A LD EH Y D E

19VOLUMEPOWER

P O W E R S TA N D B Y

MASTER

REVERBGAIN

O D E Q U A L I S AT I O N

CLEAN

INPUT

EnglishEnglishHT Stage 100 MK III Front Panel

100W
VOICE

OD 1

10W

DeutschVOICEONVOLUMEPRESENCE RESONANCE

LEVEL

ISF

TREBLEMIDDLEBASS

H T S TA G E 1 0 0

VOICE

VOLUME

GAIN

CLEAN

TREBLEBASS

H . T. F U S E

2 2 0 V- 2 4 0 V ~ 5 0 / 6 0 H z

DeutschON

VOLUMEOD 2

WARNING!: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THISEQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

FOOTSWITCHWARNING!: DO NOT OBSTRUCT VENTILATION GRILLES
ATTENTION!: NE PAS OBSTRUER LES GRILLES DE VENTILATIONEFFECTS LOOPATTENTION!: POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE ET DE DECHARGES ELECTRIQUES, N’EXPOSEZJAMAIS CET APPAREIL L’HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE. CONNECTER CET APPAREIL A LA TERRE.

REVERBWA R N I N G ! : R I S K O F H A Z A R D O U S E N E R G Y
AT T E N T I O N ! : E N E R G I E E L E C T R I Q U E D A N G E R E U S E !

CABRIG OUTPUT

SPEAKER OUTPUTS

MAINS INPUT
MAINS FUSE

3 3 5 W AT T S
LEVELUSB AUDIO

1
2
3
Designed and Engineered by

Español

Northampton, England

SEND

RETURN+4dBu-10dBVAPPARATETS STIKPROP SKAL TILSLUTTES EN STIKKONTAKT MED JORD SOM GIVER FORBINDELSE TIL
STIKPROPPENS JORD. LAITE ON LIITETTÄVÄ SUOJAKOSKETTIMILLA VARUSTETTUUN PISTORASIAAN.
APPARATET MÅ TILKOPLES JORDET STIKKONTAKT. APPARATEN SKALL ANSLUTAS TILL JORDAT UTTAG.

DARK
LIGHT

CABRIG

T1AL250V
LINE OUT/
PHONESBALANCED

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. conditions: (1) this device may notcause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

1 x 4 OHM OR 2 x 8 OHM
CAN ICES-3 (B) / NMB-3 (B)
CALIFORNIA 93120
COMPLIANT FOR FORMALDEHYDE

1 x 8 OHM OR 2 x 16 OHM

CONNECT SPEAKERS BEFORE USE“CLASS 2 WIRING”
O U T P U T: 1 0 0 W AT T S R M S

220V-240V - T2AL250V
100V/120V - T5AL250V

1 x 16 OHM

ATTENTION:H T S TA G E 1 0 0 H M K I I I
MODEL: 119106-VC

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中文

中文

JapaneseJapanese

Made under license in China

5 - W AY

EspañolB l a c k s t a r A m p l i fi c a t i o n L t d

2 - W AY

Français

Français

HT Stage 100 MK III Rear Panel21