{"product_id":"blackstar-da5-ruby-5w-valve-combo-guitar-amp-doug-aldrich-signature","title":"Blackstar DA5 Ruby 5W Valve Combo Guitar Amp Doug Aldrich Signature","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlackstar DA5 Ruby 5W Valve Combo Guitar Amp Doug Aldrich Signature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe DA5 Ruby is a professional 5-watt signature valve combo amplifier developed in direct collaboration with legendary guitarist Doug Aldrich. Built upon the award-winning HT-5R MK III engineering platform, the DA5 Ruby shrinks the sonic footprint of the monumental DA100 stage amplifier into a highly portable chassis optimized for home and studio environments. Wrapped in a premium Ruby Tolex finish and punctuated by a custom cast alloy metal logo plate, this amplifier delivers uncompromising analog performance, tactile responsiveness, and structural longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike conventional low-power valve amplifiers that rely on single-ended Class A circuitry, the DA5 Ruby features a genuine push-pull power stage utilizing a 12BH7 dual-triode valve paired with an ECC83 preamp valve. This architecture replicates the compression, physical sag, and dynamic interaction of a 100-watt valve head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003eTo translate the aggressive transients of the circuit without premature speaker breakup, the cabinet houses a custom 12-inch Aldrich 50 driver. Rated at 50 watts, this high-headroom speaker provides exceptional projection, low-end authority, and detailed mid-range presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003eThe integrated USB-C, XLR DI, and headphone outputs leverage CabRig DSP technology for highly realistic cabinet, microphone, and room simulations. Built-in load protection allows the amplifier to run safely without a speaker load connected, enabling entirely silent recording sessions in the studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThe signal path features two distinct channels (Clean and Overdrive) with two unique voices per channel, offering four highly tailored analog preamp voicings. Channel switching and voice selection are managed effortlessly via the included FS-16 two-way footswitch. Global tonal shaping is refined by Blackstar's patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) control, which continuously shifts the response of the passive tone stack between British and American characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eFor environments demanding lower acoustic levels, the built-in power reduction circuit drops the output from 5 watts down to 0.5 watts without compromising the harmonic saturation of the push-pull power stage. Studio tracking is streamlined via the 4-channel USB-C output, allowing dry, pre-EQ, and stereo emulated signals to be routed directly to a digital audio workstation. Every unit includes a signed certificate of authenticity and a custom set of Doug Aldrich Dunlop signature plectrums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bonners Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58396338880893,"sku":"BA251021-H","price":669.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0486\/1870\/0962\/files\/DA5BLACKSTARDOUGALDRICHANGLED001.jpg?v=1784104321","url":"https:\/\/www.bonnersmusic.co.uk\/products\/blackstar-da5-ruby-5w-valve-combo-guitar-amp-doug-aldrich-signature","provider":"Bonners Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}