Blackstar DEBUT 100R CREAM 100W 2X12

The DEBUT 100R 212 is an amplifier from Blackstar.

The Debut 100R is a simple, elegant amp. Perfect for pedal enthusiasts, it focuses on sound and ease of use rather than superfluous "gadgets". This versatile amp is an ideal choice for guitarists of all levels, whether they play in their bedroom, rehearse in a small room or perform on stage. Featuring a discrete MOSFET preamp, patented ISF tone control, digital reverb, line input, line output with speaker emulation, serial effects loop, power reduction and two footswitchable channels, the Debut 100R is the perfect amp for rehearsing, recording and gigging. It's the ideal tool for all guitarists looking for simplicity, power and sound in an analog package.
The Debut 100R is available in 1x12" and 2x12" versions.

DEBUT 100R 212 highlights

• Powerful 100W analog amp with digital reverb and 5W power reduction. Perfect for guitarists
  guitarists of all levels.


• The Debut 100R's discreet, lightweight MOSFET preamp is designed to respond to pedals like a traditional tube amp. Coupled with the high-dynamic design, these amps are the perfect platform for pedals.


• Foot-switchable Clean and Overdrive channels, based on the famous Blackstar high-end tube amps.


• Patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) tone control for ultimate sound customization by the user.


• Studio quality digital reverb, 'Plate' and 'Hall' options.


• Clean channel Bright switch adds treble to the Clean channel for sparkling clean tones.


• Serial effects loop perfect for pedals.


• Line output with speaker emulation for "silent" headphone practice and easy recording.


• High-quality playback of sources connected to the line input means you can use your Debut 100R to listen to music, backing tracks and more, via speaker or headphones.


• Vintage cream and oxblood or black and "cookie" styling with top-quality cladding, grille and hardware.

DEBUT 100R 212 Key Features

More details

Designed by Blackstar's British R&D team, world-renowned for the famous St. James and HT Venue series, this amp embodies excellence in sound and performance. To reproduce the natural sound of a tube amp, our design team opted for a discrete MOSFET preamp, whose saturation characteristics are surprisingly close to those of tubes. As a result, we've created a preamp so faithful to reference tubes that it's virtually impossible to tell the difference.
The overdrive channel is inspired by our famous St. James 6L6, a modern British tube overdrive. As for the clean channel, it's based on the clean sound of our famous HT-20R MkIII, offering great dynamics and natural saturation when pushed - an ideal platform for pedals.
The line output with speaker emulation recreates the sonic characteristics of a cabinet picked up by a microphone, providing an authentic amp sound for recording or headphone listening. Each amp is subjected to Blackstar's strict strength and reliability standards, guaranteeing exceptional durability.
Finally, headphone playback of Line In sources is stereo, ensuring an immersive, high-quality listening experience. With this amp, Blackstar continues to push the boundaries of sonic innovation, offering musicians a robust, high-performance solution for all their needs.

Why did we do this?

We wanted to create a powerful, great-sounding and easy-to-use pedal amp platform for all guitarists, beginners and experienced alike. Our design philosophy has always been to offer guitarists the ultimate playing experience, WITHOUT COMPROMISE, whatever their level or budget. The Debut 100R continues this fine tradition.

3 points to remember

Analog - Blackstar's exclusive MOSFET preamp design delivers authentic tube-like sounds.
Simplicity - An analog pedal platform that makes it easy to achieve great tones.
Power - 100 Watts (or reduced to 5 Watts) for both bright, warm clean tones and rich, saturated, tube-like tones.

Experts' opinions

• The Blackstar Debut 100R Cream 100W 2x12 amp is a real nugget for guitarists looking to combine power and sound quality. With its 100 watts, it offers sufficient reserve power for all situations, whether in rehearsal, in the studio or on stage. The two 12" drivers ensure impressive sound projection and clarity in the midrange and treble.


• Sonically, this amp is highly versatile. The clean and overdrive channels are both excellent, offering a sonic palette that can satisfy many playing styles, from blues to rock to metal. I particularly appreciate the integrated reverb, which adds a nice depth to clean sounds.