Detail 01
50W with reduction to 2W
Choose 50W for live performance or 2W for practice and recording.
Product detailSKU #1500000443250
BlackstarSt. James Jared James Nichols 50W Tube Guitar Head British Racing Green
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Jared James Nichols’ 50W St. James signature head is voiced for his blues-rock sound, with clean tones at full power and a 2W setting for recording or practice. The Sag setting adds vintage-style compression. Its built-in reactive load lets you drive the tubes without connecting a speaker, and USB audio, XLR D.I., and CabRig speaker simulation cover direct recording and live routing. Lightweight Candlenut plywood construction and British Racing Green livery complete the package.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Larger-stage guitar rigs needing 50W clean tones and direct XLR D.I. routing.
- Recording or home practice at 2W, including operation without a connected speaker.
- Players seeking Jared James Nichols’ custom-voiced blues-rock sound and signature presentation.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Built-in reactive load
Lets you drive the tubes without connecting a speaker.
Detail 03
USB audio and XLR D.I.
Provides direct connectivity for recording and live use.
Detail 04
CabRig IR-based speaker simulation with three custom patches
Adds IR-based speaker simulation with three supplied patches.
Detail 05
Signed certificate
Each amplifier is delivered with a certificate signed by Jared James Nichols.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The built-in reactive load permits operation without a connected speaker.
- 02Choose the output setting to suit 50W live use or 2W practice and recording.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use the head without a speaker connected?
Yes. Its built-in reactive load allows the tubes to be driven without a connected speaker.
02What direct connections does it provide?
It includes USB audio for recording and an XLR D.I. for live use.
03Does it have lower-power operation?
Yes. Power can be reduced from 50W to 2W for practice or recording.
04What does the Sag setting do?
It provides vintage-style compression.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSound
- Power
- 50W with power reduction to 2W
- Speaker Simulation
- CabRig IR-based technology with 3 custom patches
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- British Racing Green
- Construction
- Lightweight Candlenut plywood
1 detailsConnections & power
- Connectivity
- USB audio, XLR D.I.
1 detailsOther
- Certificate
- Signed by Jared James Nichols
