Guitar effects pedal Blackstar Dept. 10 AMPED 3

The Blackstar Dept. 10 AMPED 3 is a 100W multi-channel pedal amplifier designed for both stage and studio. It features one of Blackstar’s most powerful gain circuits and allows you to save and instantly recall your favorite Clean, Crunch, and Overdrive presets directly from the unit or via Architect software.

You can use AMPED 3 as a preamp, a full amplifier for speaker cabinets (8 or 16 Ohms), or connect directly to a mixer or DAW. Its high-headroom power amp design maintains full volume even at 16 Ohms, and the Response switch gives access to three tube-style responses: EL34, 6L6, and EL84.

The built-in CabRig technology with IR-based simulation lets you fine-tune cabinet, mic, and room settings, with output via XLR or TRS jack. Recording to DAW is possible directly via USB-C. The built-in studio-grade reverb features a Freeze function, and the Boost effect can be set to Pre or Post.

The unit also includes an effects loop, two 9V DC power outputs for pedals, and MIDI input. AMPED 3 delivers tube amp tone, intuitive preset control, and professional connectivity — all in a compact pedalboard-friendly format.

Features

• 100W multi-channel guitar amplifier in pedal format
• Save and recall presets for Clean, Crunch, and Overdrive channels
• Connects to 8 or 16 Ohm speaker cabinets
• Three tube amp emulation types: EL34, 6L6, and EL84
• Six voicings: Clean Bright, Clean Warm, Crunch, Super Crunch, OD1, OD2
• Built-in Boost with switchable Pre/Post position
• Studio-quality reverb with Freeze function
• Integrated CabRig IR cabinet simulation with XLR and TRS outputs
• Low-latency USB-C audio interface for direct recording
• Effects loop, 2x 9V DC outputs for powering pedals, MIDI control
• Operates on universal power input (100–240V)