Blackstar St. James TL506L6 Toby Lee Signature 50W Tube Amplifier Head and TL212VOC 140W 2x 12" Cabinet

Because of its unique design and superior functionality, the St. James TL506L6 Toby Lee Signature 50W Tube Amplifier Head and TL212VOC 140W 2x 12" Cabinet stands out in the world of audio equipment. This product, a collaboration between St. James and Toby Lee, is a testament to the artist's talent and his love for vintage aesthetics.

The St. James TL506L6 Toby Lee Signature Amplifier is a perfect blend of old-school charm and modern performance. Its design, inspired by the 1960s, features an eye-catching red vinyl and cream basket weave finish, adorned with cream chicken head knobs, making it a true masterpiece in the realm of audio equipment.

But this amplifier isn't just about looks. It's about delivering exceptional sound quality. Toby Lee, known for his preference for rich, overdriven tones, specifically chose 6L6 valves over EL34's for this amplifier. The result is an amplifier that offers unparalleled functionality and superior tonal quality, even in its lightweight design.

One of the standout features of this amplifier is its impressive reverb capabilities across all volumes and channels. This feature was included in response to Toby's love for ambient soundscapes, making it a crucial element in the design of the amplifier.

The St. James TL506L6 Toby Lee Signature Amplifier also comes packed with cutting-edge features to deliver a class-leading recording performance. It offers switchable power modes, an inbuilt reactive load, and three direct recording outputs for a truly authentic 'amp-in-a-room' feel.

The sound from these recording outputs is derived from Blackstar's state-of-the-art and fully customizable CabRig DSP speaker simulator. This feature allows for over 250 mic and cab combinations to be saved into one of the three onboard slots, offering a wide range of sound options.

The St. James TL506L6 Toby Lee Signature Amplifier also features a unique Zephyr lightweight ferrite speaker, developed in collaboration with Celestion. This speaker emulates the rich sound and performance of Celestion's iconic "Vintage 30" speaker at a fraction of the weight.

The amplifier is housed in a Candlenut plywood cabinet for strength and lightness, and uses highly efficient, lightweight power transformers designed around modern SMPS (Switched-Mode Power Supply) technology. This ensures universal voltage compatibility and the sound and feel of a traditional iron-core transformer.

In conclusion, the St. James TL506L6 Toby Lee Signature 50W Tube Amplifier Head and TL212VOC 140W 2x 12" Cabinet is a perfect blend of vintage aesthetics, modern performance, and superior sound quality. It's an amplifier designed for the discerning musician who values both style and substance.