All the combos in the Unity range share several key features, including three different preamp characters, namely Classic, Modern and Flat, a four-band EQ, an effects unit with chorus and compressor, a line input for connecting a phone or MP3 player, a footswitch input, line and XLR outputs with volume control and the ability to connect headphones. There is also a convenient switch for connecting active or passive bass guitars.
Compared to lower models, the U250 also offers a three-position Response potentiometer, which, in addition to the basic sound of the machine, can conjure up a very convincing simulation of the 6L6 or 6550 tubes in a power amp, thus fundamentally changing the character of the sound. There is also a three-phase distortion switch with Overdrive, Distortion and Fuzz options, which, together with the built-in octaver, greatly expands the sound possibilities of the combo. The rear panel has been enhanced with an Emulated Out/DI output, a serial effects loop, a USB output for recording and expanded chorus and octaver control options.
With these options, you can easily get a wide range of sounds from crystal clear tone to massive overdrive from the combo. A pair of ten-inch Eminence Opus speakers can easily handle even the deepest frequencies. A revolutionary new feature is the Cabinet Link connector, which lets you link the combo to an external Blackstar U250ACT speaker. This 250W speaker is active, and with a simple XLR cable you can connect an unlimited number of them, easily turning this combo into a versatile machine suitable for the biggest stages.
Specifications
- Power Output: 500 W
- Controls: 1x Gain, 1x Drive, 1x Low, 1x Mid, 1x Mid Frequency, 1x High, 1x Response, 1x Compressor, 1x Master
- Limiter: Yes
- Compressor: Yes
- External Speaker Cabinet Output Port: Yes
- DI Output: Yes
- Effects Loop: Yes
- Headphone Output Port: Yes
- MP3/Line In: Yes
- Battery Operated: No
- Bluetooth: No
- Integrated Tuner: No
- Speaker: 2x 10 "
- Weight: 22 kg
- Dimensions: 485 x 612 x 361 mm
- Adapter included: Yes
- Country of Production: China