Blackstar IDX:50 50W 1X12 Digital Guitar Amplifier - IDX50

Blackstar ID:X 50 50W 1x12 Digital Guitar Amplifier

50 watt digital combo with six amp voices, built-in effects, CabRig output and selectable power modes

The Blackstar ID:X 50 50W 1x12 Digital Guitar Amplifier gives guitarists a compact, powerful digital combo with flexible tones, hands-on control and modern connectivity. Building on Blackstar’s ID Series heritage, the ID:X 50 combines 50 watts of power, a 12 inch Blackstar Anthem 50 speaker, six amp voices, built-in effects, selectable valve-response feel and CabRig speaker emulation in one practical amplifier. With power reduction, USB-C, MIDI, XLR output, effects loop, line input, built-in tuner and footswitch compatibility, it is designed for practice, rehearsal, recording and performance.

Features

The ID:X 50 offers six familiar Blackstar amp voices covering clean, edge-of-breakup, crunch and high-gain sounds. Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch, Super Crunch, OD1 and OD2 voices give players a wide tonal range without needing a large pedalboard or complicated external setup.

Selectable valve-response settings let players choose the feel and tonal character of EL84, EL34 or 6L6 power sections. This gives the amp extra flexibility, helping it respond more like different classic amplifier styles while remaining fully digital and easy to manage.

More than 35 onboard effects are included across pre-effects, modulation, delay and reverb categories. The built-in display provides quick access to patch names, effect selection and deeper parameter editing directly from the amp, so players can shape sounds quickly during practice or performance.

CabRig speaker emulation makes the ID:X 50 useful for direct recording and live sound. Players can send amp and cabinet tones through the balanced XLR output, USB-C or 1/4 inch output, while the effects loop allows external stompboxes to be integrated into the rig.

Selectable 1W, 10W and 50W power modes make the amplifier practical for quiet home practice, recording, rehearsals and smaller live settings. MIDI connectivity, USB-C, a 3.5 mm line input, built-in tuner and optional FS-12 or FS-18 footswitch support add extra flexibility for modern players.

Specifications

• Product Type: Digital guitar amplifier combo
• Series: ID:X
• Model: ID:X 50
• Power: 50 watts
• Power Reduction: 50W, 10W and 1W selectable power modes
• Speaker: 1 x 12 inch Blackstar Anthem 50
• Amp Voices: Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch, Super Crunch, OD1 and OD2
• Valve Response Settings: EL84, EL34 and 6L6
• Effects: More than 35 built-in effects
• Effects Categories: Pre-effects, modulation, delay and reverb
• EQ: Bass, middle, treble and ISF
• Controls: Gain, volume, voice and EQ controls
• Patch Storage: 99 patch locations
• Display: Built-in digital display for patch navigation and effects editing
• Cabinet Emulation: CabRig speaker emulation
• CabRig Output: Yes
• XLR Output: Yes
• USB: USB-C
• MIDI: Yes
• Line Input: 3.5 mm line input
• Effects Loop: Yes
• Tuner: Built-in chromatic tuner
• Software: Blackstar Architect software support
• Footswitch Compatibility: FS-12, FS-18 and compatible 2-button latching footswitches
• Footswitch Included: No
• Recommended Use: Practice, rehearsal, recording, smaller live performances and modern guitar rigs

Why you should choose the Blackstar ID:X 50 50W 1x12 Digital Guitar Amplifier

The Blackstar ID:X 50 50W 1x12 Digital Guitar Amplifier is a strong choice for players who want modern digital versatility in a compact 1x12 combo. Its six amp voices, selectable valve responses, built-in effects, CabRig output and power reduction make it easy to build usable tones for home, studio and stage without a complicated setup. For guitarists who want flexible sounds, practical connectivity and familiar amp-style control, the ID:X 50 delivers impressive value in an all-in-one amplifier.