Product Comparison: Blackstar HT-5R MKII vs Marshall DSL5CR


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Blackstar HT-5R MKII Guitar Amplifier
Marshall DSL5CR Guitar Amplifier
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General Specifications
Brand
Blackstar
Marshall
Model
HT-5R MKII
DSL5CR
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Killer tones and innovative features make the HT-5R MkII the ultimate studio and practice valve amp. The MkII’s completely new design takes the performance of this award-winning tone machine to a whole new level.
Tap into burly Marshall tone with a conveniently compact combo, with the Marshall DSL5CR tube combo amplifier. With per-channel Gain and Volume controls, reverb, and an effects loop, the DSL5CR is ready to rock.
Key Specs
Power Output
5 watts
5 watts
Number Of Channels
2
2
Controls Included
Volume, Tone, Voice, Channel switch, Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, ISF, Reverb
Volume, Gain, Channel switch, Tone, Bass, Middle, Treble, Deep EQ Shift, Reverb, Low Power Option
Footswitch Included
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Blackstar HT-5R MKII Guitar Amplifier
  • The sound and tone is quite incredible.
  • 5 watts is plenty to get loud with tubes.
  • The clean channel is beautiful. No complaints at all with this nice little amp.
  • The sound quality is excellent.
  • It's good size, and sounds good.
Marshall DSL5CR Guitar Amplifier
  • It sounds great clean and it takes pedals well.
  • Both channels sound great.
  • Two channels with foot switch. Ultra overdrive channel has so much depth!
  • An excellent choice for playing at home.
  • Amazing amp. Great tone, two channels.
Size & Weight
Height
16.16 in.
16.9 in.
Width
17.36 in.
17.9 in.
Depth
9.8 in.
9.4 in.
Weight
27.33 lbs.
27.9 lbs.
Features
Type
Guitar Amplifier
Guitar Amplifier
Number Of Speakers
1
1
Speaker Size
12 in.
10 in.
Compatible With Footswitch
2-Way Footswitch
2-Way Footswitch
Carry Handle(s)
Yes
Yes
Input(s)
Normal, AUX, Effects loop, Foot switch
Normal, Effects loop, Foot switch, AUX
Output(s)
XLR, Line, 3x Speaker, USB
Headphone, Speaker
Extras
Professional Recording Connectivity, Dynamic Power Reduction, Compact design
Softube speaker-emulated output, High and low power modes, Studio-grade digital reverb, Refined EQ section
What customers say about "Features"
Blackstar HT-5R MKII Guitar Amplifier
  • Cool, compact, and 12" speaker.
  • Takes pedals very well. Clean tones are clean and the crunch is very good.
  • Great amp for home and small venue use.
  • The sound in the speakers is really clean and takes on the different guitar pickups well.
  • It's solid, sounds great in both clean and muddy channels.
Marshall DSL5CR Guitar Amplifier
  • The low power mode is great for playing at home.
  • It has an effects loop which is a nice feature. I highly recommend this amp.
  • Very happy with the amp, and power reduction is very helpful for bedroom playing.
  • Great tone for such a small combo.
  • I love this little amp. It has incredible tone.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Manual
Download
Download

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