{"product_id":"blackstar-amplification-da5-ruby-doug-aldrich-combo","title":"Blackstar Amplification DA5 Ruby Doug Aldrich Combo","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeveloped in close collaboration with legendary guitarist Doug Aldrich, the DA5 Ruby captures the feel, response, and unmistakable character of Doug's acclaimed stage rig in a compact 5 Watt valve combo designed for home, studio, and recording use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around a genuine push-pull valve power stage featuring an ECC83 preamp valve and 12BH7 power valve, DA5 Ruby delivers the dynamics, compression, and touch sensitivity of a driven valve amplifier at practical volumes. Blackstar's advanced power reduction system lowers output to 0.5W (10% of the rated power) while preserving the character and response of the amp, making it ideal for everything from late-night practice to studio recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the DA5 Ruby is the custom-designed 12\" Aldrich 50 loudspeaker. Developed specifically with Doug Aldrich for this amplifier, the 50 Watt speaker delivers the authority, punch and room-filling response of a much larger rig, giving the DA5 Ruby a uniquely big, expressive feel that stands apart from traditional low-powered combos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo footswitchable channels and four distinct voices provide a wide tonal range, from articulate American-style cleans to rich British overdrive and high-gain lead tones inspired by Doug's world-renowned live sound. A choice of dark or light reverb voicings allows players to further shape the amp's ambience and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDA5 Ruby also features Blackstar's advanced CabRig™ IR-based DSP speaker simulation technology, delivering professional direct tones for recording, monitoring, headphones, and live applications. Three user-configurable CabRig presets can be accessed directly from the amplifier, with hundreds of cabinet, microphone and room combinations available via Blackstar Architect software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComprehensive connectivity includes XLR CabRig output, USB-C audio output, stereo headphone output and included FS-22 2-way footswitch. Integrated load protection enables silent operation without a speaker connected, making DA5 Ruby equally at home in recording environments as it is for home practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in Doug Aldrich's signature Ruby aesthetic with premium covering, high-quality toggle switches, and a cast alloy metal plate logo, DA5 Ruby combines boutique-inspired styling with professional performance and authentic valve tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Power Output: 5W \/ 0.5W (power reduction)\u003cbr\u003e- Power Stage: Valve Push-Pull\u003cbr\u003e- Valves: 1 x ECC83 (Preamp), 1 x 12BH7 (Power)\u003cbr\u003e- Channels: 2 (Clean \/ Overdrive)\u003cbr\u003e- Voices: 4 (2 per channel)\u003cbr\u003e- Patented ISF: Yes\u003cbr\u003e- Speaker: Custom Aldrich 50 (co-developed with Doug Aldrich)\u003cbr\u003e- Speaker Power Rating: 50W\u003cbr\u003e- Speaker Size: 12\"\u003cbr\u003e- CabRig™: IR-based speaker simulator (cab, mic, room)\u003cbr\u003e- CabRig™ Presets: 3 user slots onboard\u003cbr\u003e- USB: USB-C stereo audio output (direct to DAW)\u003cbr\u003e- XLR Output: CabRig™ DI output\u003cbr\u003e- Headphone Output: 1\/4\" TRS stereo CabRig™ output\u003cbr\u003e- Reverb: Dark \/ Light\u003cbr\u003e- Footswitch: FS-22 2-Way Footswitch Included\u003cbr\u003e- Load Protection: Yes\u003cbr\u003e- Cabinet: Open Back\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blackstar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48435482296542,"sku":"DA5-RBY","price":1099.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/6881\/4504\/files\/xl_e49165ebe35240e8085fd24e5edc1d89.jpg?v=1784050862","url":"https:\/\/zedem.ca\/products\/blackstar-amplification-da5-ruby-doug-aldrich-combo","provider":"Zedem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}