Blackstar Jared James Nichols JJN 50 Head

Inspired by Jared’s Vision
Jared James Nichols has built a reputation as one of the most talented players in the world today; a true player’s player. Jared has been a Blackstar Artist for 14 years and we’ve been honoured to work with him on his second signature model with us, the JJN 50 & JJN 212 VOC.

FEATURES

• Jared James Nichols’ Signature Amplifier

• Ultra-lightweight 50 Watt head

• Footswitchable BLUES POWER boost

• Built-in reactive load

• CabRig advanced IR based DSP cabinet simulator including 3x of Jared’s personal patches.

• 2 x ECC83, 2 x EL34

• Two footswitchable channels

• 50W / 2W / Sag power reduction

• Master Volume

• Reverb

• Effects loop with effects level switch

• USB audio output

• XLR D.I. output

• Footswitch included

• Covered in Jared’s British Racing Green tolex and biscuit fret including illuminated logo

Power Prevails
As Jared’s career has grown, so has the size of the stages he plays and it has come to a time where his amplifier is also in need of growth. We worked closely with Jared to develop his new signature model and we’re extremely proud to reveal the JJN 50. This amp has been road-tested on tour around the UK and Europe and tweaked to perfection, to deliver Jared’s awesome BLUES POWER tones.

A Legendary Core
At the heart of the JJN 50 lies a pair of EL34 output valves. A staple of many iconic amplifiers and revered amongst players for their vocal midrange and quintessential British essence. Jared has been playing a St. James 50 EL34H live since its launch (alongside his JJN 20) and his new signature amp is based on that platform. Working closely with him we’ve opened up more of the top end of the amp to allow a wider spectrum of frequencies through. This allows the notes to pop and snap off his fingers more percussively. We’ve also added a unique BLUES POWER circuit which really kicks the amp into overdrive with rich harmonics and overtones.

The Story
Building on the St. James 50 EL34 platform, this amp is designed with an extended top-end frequency range to deliver a brighter, more detailed tone that cuts through the mix.

What Do They Sound Like?
A low-to-mid gain pedal platform, paired with the Blues Power boost circuit, allows you to tap into Jared's signature growl with ease. The platform provides smooth, dynamic tone at lower gain settings, perfect for clean and bluesy textures. But when you engage the Blues Power boost, it unlocks a rich, gritty overdrive full of harmonics, giving you the full-bodied, growling tone that defines Jared's sound.

Reactive Load
Our inbuilt reactive load and pro connections make JJN 50 perfect for silent stages and recording. The reactive load mimics the electrical response of a typical loudspeaker to deliver the authentic valve power-amp tones possible in the studio or at home. No need for expensive additional outboard equipment.

Bespoke CabRig Profiles
The JJN 50 is loaded with three exclusive CabRig presets crafted with Jared: 'JJN Classic Muscle', 'JJN Modern Grit', and 'JJN Nashville Basement'. CabRig is our next-generation IR based DSP speaker simulator that reproduces the sound and feel of a mic'd up guitar cab in incredible detail.

Pro Connectivity
With more musicians recording at home, or playing on silent stages, the JJN 50 is perfect for the way we play today, with USB audio connectivity for pro-recording and an XLR D.I. for professional live use, both using the inbuilt reactive load and CabRig DSP speaker simulation.

Lightweight With No Compromise
Candlenut plywood is used for strength and lightness and its beneficial acoustic proprieties, creating a roadworthy cabinet that sounds great and won’t let you down.

Universal Voltage
The JJN 50 uses a highly efficient, lightweight power transformer designed around modern SMPS (Switched-Mode Power Supply) technology. More than 3 years of intense R&D have delivered all the benefits of SMPS, namely lightweight and universal voltage compatibility, whilst retaining the sound and feel of a traditional iron-core transformer. The resulting revolutionary transformer technology is patent pending.