Blackstar IDCORE40 - V3 40W Stereo Digital Modeling Amplifier

The best-sounding, entry level amps in the world, upgraded for the way you play today.

Whether a beginner or a pro when you play we want you to have the best possible playing experience. That’s why the same R&D team responsible for our professional amps also designed the ID:Core V3. Unique innovations and connectivity give guitarists the best possible sound from the first time they plug in.

Incredible tone and immersive Super Wide Stereo sound will inspire your playing. Guitarist-friendly controls combine with the power of programmability for an amazingly versatile tonal range from pristine clean to high gain. Live streaming to your smartphone is easy using a common TRRS cable and built-in USB connectivity allows you to easily record directly to your computer. Our free Architect software gives you access to our state-of-the-art Cab Rig Lite advanced cabinet simulator, along with deep editing and patch management.

IDCORE40V3 Specs

• 40W (2x20W Super Wide Stereo)
• 6 Voices; Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch, Super Crunch, OD1, OD2
• Patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature)
• Delay x 4 Modulation x 4 Reverb x 4
• 2 x Blackstar 6.5" Speakers

WHAT'S NEW TO ID:CORE V3?

Live streaming is easy using a TRRS 3.5mm cable for input/output live streaming to a compatible device (i.e. iPhone, Android phone)

User-configurable Cab Rig Lite is our next-generation Cab Simulator, with user controls for elements such as cabinet, mic and room environment.

Free Architect software for deep editing and patch sharing online.

Re-voiced and enhanced effects create beautiful Super Wide Stereo sonic textures.

Unique recessed handle on the rear for easy carrying.

 

AT A GLANCE

Intuitive Controls & Deep Editing

• • Guitarist-friendly controls combined with the power of programmability for an amazingly versatile tonal range from pristine clean to high gain.
• • Patented ISF control allows you to infinitely adjust the response of the tone control network.
• • Hold down the Reverb button to engage the tuner. The effects LEDs show if you’re sharp, flat or in tune and the 6 Voices represent each of your 6 strings.
• • Free Architect software for deep editing and patch sharing online.

Incredible Sound

• • Re-voiced and enhanced studio quality effects create beautiful sonic textures in stunning Super Wide Stereo.
• • ID:Core V3 amps use full range, linear speakers, so they’re perfect for gaming audio or watching movies. ID:Core V3 is an amp you can use every day.

Easy Recording

• • 4-channel USB audio makes low-latency recording and professional re-amping simple, turning your amp an audio interface.
• • Small in size, but delivers huge tones from a cool-looking compact amp.
• • Cab Rig Lite is our next-generation Cab Simulator, with user-configurable controls for elements such as cabinet, mic and room environment.
• • Direct to device recording and livestreaming made easy using a TRRS 3.5mm cable for input/output live streaming to a compatible device (i.e. iPhone, Android phone)

Take Anywhere

• • PB-1 Power Bank compatibility so you can use your ID:Core V3 anywhere, perfect for busking or jamming on the go.
• • There’s a unique recessed handle on the rear for easy carrying.

 

The all-new Blackstar Architect software is the interface for controlling and customizing many of the advanced features of upcoming Blackstar products, including Cab Rig. Architect is available for both PC and Mac, has been developed from the ground up to be compatible with the latest and future operating systems, including Mac OS Catalina and Big Sur.

Explore features such as a searchable patch library, and the ability to backup, archive and upload entire setlists of patches to your product. When the inevitable sonic writers block strikes, Architect has a new randomize feature for both amp tones and effects, providing inspiration and a great starting point for new musical ideas.