Blackstar Artist FR Special ART-FR-SPCL

Blackstar

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Product Type Guitar Amplifier Combo

Vendor Blackstar

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Blackstar Artist FR Special

Blackstar Artist FR Special FRFR Cabinet

Series: Artist FR Series
Type: FRFR Active Speaker Cabinet
Power Output: 100W
Speaker: 1 × 12” Full Range Flat Response (custom design)
Weight: 13.5 kg

Overview

The Blackstar Artist FR Special is a powered FRFR (Full Range Flat Response) guitar cabinet designed for modern digital rigs and amp modelers. It is built to reproduce your amp simulations and IRs with high clarity while still feeling like a traditional guitar cabinet under the hands.

Unlike typical PA-style FRFR speakers, it is voiced specifically for guitar, giving a more natural, “amp-in-the-room” response with added punch and dynamic feel.

It is the higher-powered sibling in the Artist FR range, offering more headroom and stage-ready performance for louder environments and live use.

Key Features

Sound and Feel
Designed to deliver full-range, flat-response accuracy for modelers and multi-effects
Voiced for a more amp-like playing experience rather than sterile PA sound
Dynamic response that reacts naturally to picking intensity

Tone Shaping Controls
Active 3-band EQ (Bass, Middle, Treble) for quick room adjustment
Dedicated Presence control for high-end clarity and cut
Front-panel controls for fast live tweaking

Design and Performance
Custom 12” FRFR speaker with extended frequency response
100W power output for stage and rehearsal use
Integrated kickstand for tilted monitoring position
Compact guitar-cab style enclosure for familiar feel

Build and Practical Use
Rugged Blackstar cabinet construction for touring reliability
Lightweight format for its power class (13.5 kg)
Optimised for floor use or angled monitoring setups

Specifications

Category	Detail
Type	Active FRFR Cabinet
Power	100W
Speaker	1 × 12” Full Range Flat Response
EQ	3-Band Active EQ + Presence
Controls	Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, Presence
Weight	13.5 kg
Format	Guitar-style cabinet with kickstand
Use Case	Amp modelers, digital rigs, pedal platforms

Why Choose This Cabinet?

The Blackstar Artist FR Special is ideal for players who want:
A loud, clear FRFR solution for live performance
A more natural, amp-like feel than typical PA speakers
Simple onboard EQ control for quick tone adjustment
A compact yet powerful monitoring cabinet for modern digital rigs

Shipping & Returns

UK Shipping

UK postage is free on most items, excluding pianos, digital pianos and double basses which we will quote on an individual basis.

We send smaller items via Royal Mail and larger items via a carrier. We will e-mail you when your order has been shipped. Orders usually take 2-3 working days.

ROI Shipping

Delivery to Ireland is free on items over £179, excluding pianos, digital pianos and double basses which we will quote on an individual basis. For delivery of items under £179, the cost is £10.

International Shipping

We are happy to give a quote for international shipping. Email info@matchettsmusic.com or phone us on +44 (0) 28 9032 6695 for a price.

Piano Shipping

Due to the size and weight of pianos and digital pianos, we have to quote for delivery on an individual basis, Email us at info@matchettsmusic.com or phone us on 028 9032 6695 for a quote.

Returns Policy

You have 14 calendar days to return an item from the date you received it. To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it.

Your item must be in the original packaging, and have the receipt or proof of purchase.

Please note that gift vouchers are not eligible for refunds.

Refunds

If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the 'Complete Orders' link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received it, inspected it and processed the returned item.

If your return is approved, we will initiate a refund to your credit card (or original method of payment). You will receive the credit within a certain amount of days, depending on your card issuer’s policies.

Return Shipping

You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item.

Queries

For any delivery questions or queries, send us an email at info@matchettsmusic.com, or call us on 028 9032 6695.