The Blackstar ID:X Floor One is a high-performance digital modelling floor unit designed to deliver authentic amplifier feel with straightforward, musician-friendly control. Built around Blackstar’s advanced component-level DSP modelling, it captures the response, dynamics and tonal interaction of real valve amplifiers without relying on static profiles or menu-heavy workflows. The result is a modeller that feels immediate, responsive and musical. It's a unit designed for musicians.

ID:X Floor One combines professional sound quality with an intuitive front panel that encourages creativity rather than screen time. Twelve electric amp models, alongside bass and acoustic voices, provide a wide tonal palette that can be shaped quickly using traditional amp-style controls, Blackstar’s patented ISF and selectable power valve responses. With integrated effects, CabRig speaker simulation, USB-C audio interface functionality and full stage-ready connectivity, the ID:X Floor One is equally at home as a direct-to-FOH solution, recording interface or compact effects platform in front of a traditional amplifier.

Component-level modelling with real amp response

ID:X Floor One is built on Blackstar’s component-level digital modelling, which recreates the behaviour of individual amplifier stages rather than capturing static snapshots. Every amp model responds dynamically to picking attack, guitar volume changes and playing nuance. Selectable power valve responses allow the feel of EL84, EL34 or 6L6 power sections, further shaping compression, headroom and harmonic character. This approach delivers an experience that feels like playing a real amplifier, not a digital approximation.

Ampton amp models and tonal flexibility

The 12 electric amp models include both modern Blackstar voicings and Ampton recreations of iconic valve amplifiers. Ampton designs are engineered component by component, preserving the exact interactivity of original tone stacks and circuit behaviour. This ensures musical response across the full control range, something simple captures cannot achieve. Additional bass amp models, acoustic voices and an acoustic simulator extend the ID:X Floor One beyond standard guitar use, making it suitable for multi-instrument setups.

‘In The Room’ CabRig speaker simulation

Blackstar’s CabRig speaker simulation goes beyond traditional impulse responses by offering an ‘In The Room’ experience that recreates the feel of an amplifier moving air in front of you. Rather than relying solely on mic’d cabinet captures, CabRig models cabinet, microphone and room interaction in a more natural and dynamic way. Full CabRig control is available directly from the unit, allowing quick adjustment without external software, making it ideal for both live and recording environments.

Simple control, full connectivity and recording capability

ID:X Floor One is designed to keep operation simple while offering professional connectivity. Over 35 premium effects can be edited directly from the panel, supported by an OLED screen for clear visibility on stage. USB-C connectivity allows the unit to function as a low-latency audio interface and enables deep editing via Blackstar’s free Architect software. With XLR outputs, headphone monitoring and 99 onboard presets, the ID:X Floor One integrates easily into live rigs, studio setups and home recording workflows.

Specifications

• Product Name: Blackstar ID:X Floor One
• Product Code: BA256020-H

Modelling & Effects

• Amp models: 12 electric, 3 bass, 2 acoustic voices and acoustic sim
• EQ: Bass, Middle, Treble, patented ISF
• Effects: 35+ effects (Pre FX, Modulation, Delay and Reverb)
• Cab simulation: CabRig with ‘In The Room’ technology

Connectivity & Control

• Presets: 99 onboard patches
• Display: OLED screen
• USB: USB-C audio interface and editing
• Outputs: XLR mono/stereo, headphone output
• MIDI: MIDI In
• Built-in tuner: Yes

Physical

• Weight: 1.33kg
• Dimensions: 215 x 68 x 155mm