The Top Products of Namm 2018
Blackstar Unity Pro Bass System
Labeled by MusicRadar as one of the top products of the 2018 Namm convention, Blackstar presents the new Unity Pro Bass System. Giving bass players a new level of control over their sound with what they are calling, “the new face of bass”. Ranging from 30-500 Watts of power and featuring easy connectivity to link multiple together, these new units are flexible to fill the need of bass players across the industry.
What’s New?
This system puts the power in the hands of the bassist. Featuring a simple to use yet powerful control panel these units allow for a customized dynamic and tone range for any player.
Beyond the basic controls, these units offer three distinct voices: classic, modern, and flat. Each featuring a unique combination of EQ and effects, these options allow for new levels of control over a player’s sound. It’s easy to find the perfect one for any setup or venue. Three response control settings (Linear, 6L6, 6550) allow for a customizable compression and feel for the sound. They also come complete with a built-in chorus, octaver, and compressor feature. This is only expanded on by the three different overdrive blends featuring straight overdrive, fuzz, and distortion.
The back panel features a connectivity system that allows the user to go anywhere and connect to nearly any system.
If this still isn’t enough for you, make note that you can easily extend your setup for more power. The UNITY U250ACT 1×15” active cab adds 250 Watts of extra stage power to any UNITY combo. Limits are removed, giving you the power to harness the bass sound you want.
Features (Straight from Blackstar)
• Ultimate tonal flexibility – From valve inspired growl to high headroom clean
• Unique Response control – 3 power amp stages to shape compression and feel
• Drive section – 3 overdrives (Overdrive / Distortion / Fuzz) with user-controllable blend
• Compressor and effects – Chorus and Sub-Octave
• Pro connectivity – balanced XLR, jack or USB are perfect for live, studio and home use
• Unity Bass Series Active Cabinet – connect to any amp in the Unity Bass Series for 250W of extra power
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https://www.blackstaramps.com/uk/ranges/unity
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