Blackstar Debut 30E 30W Combo Guitar Amplifier Owner’s Manual
- August 31, 2024
- Blackstar
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Debut 30E 30W Combo Guitar Amplifier
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Product Information:
Specifications:
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Manufacturer: Blackstar Amplification Ltd
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Address: Beckett House, 14 Billing Road, Northampton, NN1 5AW,
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Designed and Engineered by: Blackstar Amplification UK
Product Usage Instructions:
Important Safety Instructions:
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Read these instructions.
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Keep these instructions.
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Heed all warnings.
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Follow all instructions.
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Do not use this apparatus near water.
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Clean only with dry cloth.
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Do not block any ventilation openings.
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Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. -
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat. -
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug.
Usage Instructions:
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.
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 unit
must only be used in a well-ventilated area and never switched on
when it is within a poorly ventilated space, such as a
bookcase.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: Can I open the equipment case for servicing?
A: No, there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all
servicing to qualified personnel.
Q: What should I do if condensation forms inside the
amplifier?
A: Allow the unit to reach room temperature before switching it
on.
Q: Can I place the product in a poorly ventilated space?
A: No, the unit must only be used in a well-ventilated area to
prevent overheating.
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Blackstar Amplification Ltd, Beckett House, 14 Billing Road, Northampton, NN1 5AW, UK For the latest information go to: www.blackstaramps.com
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Whilst the information contained herein is correct at the time of publication, due to our policy of constant improvement and development, Blackstar Amplification Ltd reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice.
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Owner’s Manual
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Designed and Engineered by Blackstar Amplification UK
USA / Canada
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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, or
other 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 type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong 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 of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus 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 NOT
EXPOSE 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
operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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Warning!
Important safety information!
READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE!
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product!
Danger! High internal operating voltages.
Do not open the equipment case. There are no user serviceable parts in this
equipment. 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.
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 unit must only be
used in a well ventilated area and never switched on when it is within a
poorly ventilated space, such as a bookcase.
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.
An apparatus with Class I construction should be connected to a mains socket
outlet with a protective earthing connection.
The mains plug of the power supply cord should remain readily accessible.
Before the unit is switched on, the loudspeaker should be connected as
described in the handbook using the lead recommended by the manufacturer.
Always replace damaged fuses with the correct rating and type.
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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.
Wear hearing protection if continuously exposed to high levels.
If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are
followed, then refer the product to a qualified service engineer.
The U.S. Government’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the following permissible noise level exposures:
Duration Per Day In Hours 8 6 4 3 2 1½ 1 ½ ¼ or less
Sound Level dBA, Slow Response 90 92 95 97 100 102 105 110 115
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 is in 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 to equipment 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 separately from
the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by
the government or the local authorities.
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Blackstar DEBUT 30E amplifier.
The DEBUT products are packed with all the great tones you expect from a
Blackstar amplifier.
The DEBUT 30E amplifier includes the patented Blackstar ISF circuit, which
gives you infinite possibilities for changing the tone of your amp.
Like all Blackstar products, the DEBUT series is the result of countless hours
of painstaking research and development by our world-class design team; based
in Northampton (UK), the Blackstar team are all experienced musicians
themselves, and the sole aim of the development process when creating our
products is to provide guitarists with ultimate tools for self-expression.
All Blackstar products are subjected to extensive laboratory and road testing
to ensure that they are truly uncompromising in terms of quality, reliability
and above all TONE!
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.
Thanks!
The Blackstar Team
Features
The DEBUT 30E includes all of the great tone and innovative features you would
expect from a Blackstar amplifier. The patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature)
circuit gives you infinite adjustment over the characteristics of the tone
control network and takes you from the USA to the UK. So now you can
effectively design your own tone and finally find `the sound in your head’.
The DEBUT 30E also has a speaker emulated output allowing any guitarist to get
amazing tone straight to their computer/DAW or through headphones.
Additionally, there is a Line Input, allowing you to jam along to your
favourite tracks. With these features you have everything you need for
practising or recording.
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DEBUT 30E Front Panel
1. INPUT
Plug your guitar in here. Always use a good quality screened guitar lead.
2. GAIN
This control adjusts the amount of overdrive or distortion.
When the Clean Channel is selected, low settings counter clockwise (CCW), will
deliver a clean sound. As the Gain control is increased clockwise (CW) the
sound will move from clean into break-up, until at its maximum position, a
full crunch tone
is arrived at.
When the Overdrive Channel is selected, the Gain control adjusts the amount of
overdrive or distortion. Low settings, counter clockwise, will deliver a clean
sound on the edge of break-up. As the Gain control is increased CW the sound
will become more overdriven moving through crunch tones until, at its maximum
position, a full
distorted lead tone is arrived at.
2. OD (OVERDRIVE)
Press this switch to select the Overdrive Channel. When the switch is in the Overdrive Channel is selected. When the switch is out the Clean Channel is in operation.
4. VOLUME
This controls the volume of the Overdrive Channel. Turning it clockwise increases the volume.
5. EQUALISATION
The Bass, Middle and Treble controls will increase the relevant frequencies when turned clockwise and decrease when turned counter clockwise.
6. 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 counter
clockwise has a more American characteristic with
a tight bottom-end and more aggressive middle,
and fully clockwise has a British characteristic
which is more `woody’ and less aggressive. Unlike
conventional `contour’ controls and parametric USA
UK
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.
We recommend that to start with the ISF is set to half way and the Bass, Middle and Treble are set to taste. Then try gradually adjusting the ISF CW and CCW until you find the sound you prefer.
7. DELAY ON/OFF
Press this switch to engage the DELAY. When the switch is out the DELAY is off.
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8. DELAY TIME This controls the amount of time and feedback on the DELAY.
Turn the Knob clockwise to increase the time and feedback for a spacious large
room feel, and counterclockwise to decrease the time and feedback for a more
slap-back type effect. 9. LINE IN Connect the output of your audio device
here. Adjust the player’s volume to match that of your guitar to enable you to
play along. NOTE: The source is summed to mono through the amp speaker and
stereo through the LINE OUT / HEADPHONES. 12. LINE OUTPUT / HEADPHONES This
output emulates the tonal characteristics of a guitar speaker cabinet and
provides a natural tone for connection to a recording device or mixing desk,
and for use with headphones. NOTE: When a lead is connected here the combo’s
internal speaker is disconnected. 13. POWER INDICATOR LIGHT The power
indicator will light when the amplifier is switched on. 13. POWER This switch
is used to turn the amplifier on and off.
DEBUT 30E Rear Panel 1. MAINS INPUT The mains lead should only be connected 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. 2. FOOTSWITCH A 2-button latching footswitch (sold separately) can
be connected here. Button 1 will toggle between the Clean and Overdrive
channels. Button 2 will turn the Delay effect on and off.
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Technical Specification
DEBUT 30E Power (RMS): 30 Watt Weight (kg): 8.23 Dimensions (mm): 400(W) x
325(H) x 210(D) Speaker Size: 10″
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