Blackstar Fly 3 - The $60 Tiny Amp That Sounds AWESOME!

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  • @TobysGuitarGearDemos
    @TobysGuitarGearDemos  7 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Time-codes:
    0:00 - Edge of breakup
    0:24 - How Small Is It?
    0:33 - ISF Control
    1:14 - Pedals in the Front
    1:36 - Specs
    2:11 - High Gain Mic’d speaker VS Emulated Line Out/Headphone Out
    2:38 - Modern Gain
    3:09 - How Portable Is It?
    3:41 - Out In The Wild
    4:16 - Clean Sounds
    5:10 - Dirty Sounds
    6:17 - Signal Chain

  • @wnrad
    @wnrad 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Best demo of the Blackstar fly 3. Thnks man!

  • @Jonqen
    @Jonqen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    the sound with the pedals where absolutly magical

    • @ramkoirala8685
      @ramkoirala8685 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      can it be paired with multi fx like nux mg 300?.

  • @michaelthornburg2491
    @michaelthornburg2491 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Owned one of these for about 4 yrs. Great for home use. Playing along with favorite songs on the stereo it falls into the mix very well. Just great tone that is hard to beat for $70.00. Just buy one you won't be disappointed. Even Walmart Stores carries it now.

  • @bellachi9575
    @bellachi9575 5 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Love this little amp. Perfect for practice and portability. Plays well with pedals. Batteries last forever. The only thing it’s missing is reverb.

    • @johannessilver8653
      @johannessilver8653 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Some say that kind of reverb is when the delay is on but time zero.

    • @nadavmat3032
      @nadavmat3032 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@johannessilver8653 what is but tine zero?

    • @pouyan_m
      @pouyan_m 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@nadavmat3032 put delay level on max and delay time around 9 10 oclock

    • @gazzie12000
      @gazzie12000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nadavmat3032 It means when delay is turned on but time is turned to zero. I don't know it this works, but that's what it means!

    • @patrickrobinson2520
      @patrickrobinson2520 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@johannessilver8653 I seem to get the reverb sound or just a good full sustain by setting the delay LEVEL at about 3 oclock, which is almost wide open, then turn the TIME to just barely on. A smidge. Or sometimes I do the opposite TIME almost wide open, and LEVEL A little more than the first configuration, maybe 8 oclock. That's The best I can explain it. Lol

  • @tonychestnut904
    @tonychestnut904 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I have this amp and you've shown me so many more sounds I can get from it. Thank you!

  • @BISCUITANDBASS
    @BISCUITANDBASS 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I have this together with the extension cabinet, it's fantastic for taking to my Student Lessons and weighs nothing.
    It's not a Marshall stack for sure, but it gets the job done in getting the message across...Excellent little piece of kit 👍

  • @FlorianGuitar85
    @FlorianGuitar85 6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    You're doing great reviews!
    You say everything neccessary without using a single word.

  • @perthguitar5160
    @perthguitar5160 7 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Great demo man. You really did cover all the bases here. Sounds awesome with the line out or microphone. I don't need this amp but now I'm thinking about it!

    • @TobysGuitarGearDemos
      @TobysGuitarGearDemos  7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks 👍,
      put a lot of time into this one, really happy with how it came out.

  • @coachcleats13
    @coachcleats13 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I also have this amp and ext cab. This is one of the best demos I've heard. I don't have a issue getting a good sound out of this and don't understand why so many people have trouble.

    • @TobysGuitarGearDemos
      @TobysGuitarGearDemos  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks 🎸

    • @patrickrobinson2520
      @patrickrobinson2520 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think some people's expectations are way too high. Like turning the volume and gain all the way up and expecting metal miracles. Maybe with active pickups but otherwise, it's a classic rock or nice clean sounding amp too that's how my combo is. It's easier to drive the one cab because it's only 3 watts. With the extension cab making it a true 6 watt 2 speaker amp, you have to turn the dials up a little too get the same tone. That's why 1 to 3 watt tube amp heads are great, they drive your speaker fast and give that full tone easier without all the volume of 100 watt Marshall JCM.lol

    • @coachcleats13
      @coachcleats13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@patrickrobinson2520 good info!

  • @southsidejohnny5624
    @southsidejohnny5624 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Greetings Toby, from Glasgow in 2022. You have an excellent review format, thank you so much for posting.

  • @Ralph-f8u
    @Ralph-f8u 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love your presentation, and what you have on the controls panel Thank You !

  • @patrickrobinson2520
    @patrickrobinson2520 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I bought the green combo pack with the 103 ext cab and ac adapter included for 89$ like 3 years ago. Just bought a Beringer TO 800 tube overdrive pedal on Amazon for $20(had to see if it would push both cabinets harder and give me new possibilities.) The answer is a already a huge yes. I'm playing a custom built strat my dad put together with 2 nice P-90's. It's a vintage ivory white body w/ white pickups. The guitar is wired to where the 90s are nearly silent with no noticeable hum or slap back. You don't hear your mistakes, but regardless I only played for 10 minutes and can tell it's gonna be fun. I just wanted to find another person using pedals with it. It's honestly the best home amp( or any amp in general for ease of use and portability and tone) I've ever had. The I also use it for the speakers for our tv. HP Jack out from tv into line in on the fly 3(6 watts). They truly shine. with clarity, tone and volume. Best buy on the market for a home anp.

  • @russell90ful
    @russell90ful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    awesome video I got this amp when it came out wasn't keen on it couldn't get the sound i wanted watching your video has inspired me to give it another go try some settings you used see how it goes thanks merry Christmas stay safe

  • @medmusic7977
    @medmusic7977 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I play guitar with this amp, i listen to music with it, i connect it to my projector to watch movies it sounds huge
    And of course it can shout 100db
    Man it is awesome

  • @normfpv1104
    @normfpv1104 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review, no talking, to the point. Thanks. Liked and subbed.

  • @jimmyjoe3823
    @jimmyjoe3823 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Fantastic video and a great sound.

  • @neonology_officials
    @neonology_officials 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best review of it! Your video have everything that i want

  • @markoz777
    @markoz777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Marvellous demo. You covered all the areas. Didn't like the emulated line out.

  • @tonychestnut904
    @tonychestnut904 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So clearly demonstrated. Thank you!

  • @arvinsim
    @arvinsim 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the review. Getting this ove the Boss Katana Mini now

  • @iduncanw
    @iduncanw 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That was really well done, some great sounds. I just got the pack with extension cab and power pack. I think the speaker in mine might have an issue though, it appears to have a bit of a rattling sound that becomes most noticeable when sustaining a note.

    • @lukabalta1372
      @lukabalta1372 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ik it was 9 months ago but are you sure its not a jack cable ?

  • @newtonstan2113
    @newtonstan2113 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    1:30 RUN BY THE FOO FIGHTERS

  • @djpickard89
    @djpickard89 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved the foo fighters riffs!

  • @ricardooliva8916
    @ricardooliva8916 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video!!! Those are some dope ass guitars btw 🔥

  • @tankdarla637
    @tankdarla637 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    that jazzmaster is dope even though its sunburst

  • @howlinberry1645
    @howlinberry1645 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome review!!

  • @AmpApps
    @AmpApps 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your demos!

  • @luissmoge
    @luissmoge 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Enorme! Gran video igual que siempre y gran amplificador la verdad me ha sorprendido la calidad de este amp y las prestaciones que tiene. Saludos!

    • @TobysGuitarGearDemos
      @TobysGuitarGearDemos  7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ¡Gracias! Really happy with how the video came out. Saludos 👍

  • @audiofella5066
    @audiofella5066 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dude nice Jazzmaster, I was like damn thats gotta be pricey, but I just looked up the price thats a steal LOL!!!

  • @lukapeternel2501
    @lukapeternel2501 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video, great demonstration, cool playing and top notch edit!

  • @Abutado
    @Abutado ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice a bad monkey. When I was 16 I wanted that pedal so bad. It was new then lol

  • @fabioa.565
    @fabioa.565 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I own this amp. It would be perfect if they had built the amp for 9V adapter to connect the amp itself with a common powerbank as like as the nux mighty lite bt. Unfortunately the fly 3 input voltage is 6.5V.

    • @marike1100
      @marike1100 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great post. That's reason enough to get the Katana Mini for me. Was thinking of saving a few bucks by getting the Fly, but the Mini is really the one I want.

    • @fabioa.565
      @fabioa.565 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@marike1100 I was wrong, I didn't meant the katana mini but the nux mighty lite bt amp.
      The nux has a 5V adapter for powerbank while the katana mini don't. The katana mini has a common 9V input so probably you would have to buy separately a voltage converter 5V --> 9V to use a common powerbank. Anyway looking at the katana mini I didn't find anything about the possibility to use a powerbank.

  • @CruzWilson-jg5bu
    @CruzWilson-jg5bu 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks like your Blackstar is miked to what? Your preface said the sound is the amp alone, by itself. I'm new to miking an electric guitar, but I see lots of people doing it. Thanks

  • @mazenallaithi
    @mazenallaithi 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Would you suggest this amp or the Blackstar Debut 10E? They're both currently available within the same price where I live and I'm torn between them.

    • @TobysGuitarGearDemos
      @TobysGuitarGearDemos  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      If you need the portableness of the Fly then get it. The Debut will probably sound better overall and be better for home, but can't be thrown in a bag and taken with you 👍

  • @Rugerman205
    @Rugerman205 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Spectacular

  • @josephyt3863
    @josephyt3863 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Basket case is a must haha

  • @aev6577
    @aev6577 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello, whick one would you prefer yamaha thr or fly 3 with 103 extension?
    Thank you...

    • @TobysGuitarGearDemos
      @TobysGuitarGearDemos  ปีที่แล้ว

      Never used the THR, I hear it is good. I like the Fly but the THR may be more versatile 👍

  • @Mr-Safology
    @Mr-Safology 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review

  • @CoryMura
    @CoryMura 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    loved this! great job!

  • @lornezanis4930
    @lornezanis4930 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    fantastic video.

  • @imranatheistformer-muslim3884
    @imranatheistformer-muslim3884 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic amp for the price!

  • @notalkguitarampplug-insrev784
    @notalkguitarampplug-insrev784 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Could you make a new video with the Harley Benton ST62? :)

    • @TobysGuitarGearDemos
      @TobysGuitarGearDemos  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Might do one in the near-future on how it is 1 year on. I've recently sanded the gloss off the neck to a smooth satin, love it 👍

  • @mahmoudzener6775
    @mahmoudzener6775 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How can i get a John frusciante sound with BlackStar Fly3 ?. for example, what settings would you use to play "Cant Stop" ?

    • @TobysGuitarGearDemos
      @TobysGuitarGearDemos  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd try the clean channel with the gain up, then try your bridge or middle pickup with the ISF set to the right 👍

  • @ItsSauIGoodman
    @ItsSauIGoodman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Shout out to Run by Foo Fighters. Kick ass song

  • @walternate2914
    @walternate2914 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonder why they put a delay on it instead of reverb

  • @lerriezane
    @lerriezane 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wonder how does it sound to boost with Tube Screamer in front of dirty/gain channel of this fly 3 amp.

  • @oldschoolfoil2365
    @oldschoolfoil2365 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    there is about 20 different blackstar fly three amps... which amp specifically is this one?

  • @purplesky6730
    @purplesky6730 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it possible to use it with an Interface + DAw for recording?

    • @TobysGuitarGearDemos
      @TobysGuitarGearDemos  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes you can get a headphone Y cable (headphone on one end, 2 mono jacks the other end) and plug it into the DI input of your interface 👍

  • @danielkristian4364
    @danielkristian4364 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did u use converter jack 1/8 to 1/4 from line out to connect on the cabinet ?

  • @IvancitoPayasito
    @IvancitoPayasito 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does the battery life drains if i leave them in while using the adaptor?

  • @jaywinslett1987
    @jaywinslett1987 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How do I get the evh sound on that mini amp

  • @brucedickinson8993
    @brucedickinson8993 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THIS SMALL
    AHAHHAJAHQJQJWJWJWJWUW My first time here on this channel, cool

  • @marcdouglas6466
    @marcdouglas6466 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is that Set Your Goals @ 2:17?

  • @NACHOOFF
    @NACHOOFF 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I do not like the Tele, but that tele sounds different, i love her sound

    • @lolerzzz
      @lolerzzz 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a Harley Benton, not a Fender/Squier. So it'll be voiced differently.

  • @jafethuerta
    @jafethuerta 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Was that “People get ready” in the beginning ?

    • @raphaelj.j.skylark8278
      @raphaelj.j.skylark8278 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Mercyful Media I think it's "Waiting on the world to change".

    • @Kennardy
      @Kennardy 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s definitely “Waiting For the World to Change” but the initial four chords are the same in both songs.

  • @benstephenson8835
    @benstephenson8835 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    McBusted at the start?

  • @GS.reviews
    @GS.reviews 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Whats the song mknute 1:12 ?

  • @toto6773
    @toto6773 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What if you just want more treble or more bass tho..........

  • @sterlinga.1737
    @sterlinga.1737 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What song is that in 5:10 ?

  • @masonhoward7826
    @masonhoward7826 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Left ISF is more single coil sounding to me.

  • @QeedMillerVII
    @QeedMillerVII 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    song at 1:36 ??

  • @rareform6747
    @rareform6747 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It eats pedals .

    • @rohanjangam511
      @rohanjangam511 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      In what sense do you mean that?

  • @pablobaleani2756
    @pablobaleani2756 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    ISF control is not good at all... A lot of low end , poor mids..dificult to find clarity

  • @CrazyCooter-ld6sz
    @CrazyCooter-ld6sz 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Buy a cheap little practice amp, play through multiple pedals worth hundreds, call the amp good. shutty.

  • @CrazyCooter-ld6sz
    @CrazyCooter-ld6sz 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    stop doing reviews and demos WITH PEDALS!

  • @thatraymond
    @thatraymond 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is the song at 5:10?

    • @johnnyhane6337
      @johnnyhane6337 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sounds like basket case by green day