A very versatile amplifier in such a low price. The main focus goes to the Effects built in. They are decent and if you are new to amps then you no need to worry at all. Built in --> (Linear Delay), (Analogue Delay) , (Tape Delay), (Multi Delay), (Plate Reverb) , (Spring reverb), (Room reverb), (Hall Reverb), (Chorus/Flanger), (Tremolo), (Envelope Filter), (Phaser).And the usual pre-amps like OD1,OD2, Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch, Super Crunch.Overall Three PROS I found -1) The (Plate Reverb) and the (Multi Delay) sounded the best from all effects. It sounds amazing and gives you a feeling of space. A really good technique used by Blackstar.2) Although the Equalizer is not available on the amp but its there in the INSIDER Software. So the problem solves there if you have a Computer device.3) The MP3 line in input helps to also enjoy your amp in a different way. You can treat it like a Home theatre or as a speaker to get an extra punch.CONS -1) The total average sound has more bass, then highs and at last the mids. So it might be noticable after few days of usage. But I hope it can be solved with the INSIDER Software Equalizer.2) The INSIDER Software is not a big recording setup or DAW as you might think. Its just an interface of connecting your Guitar or instrument to your PC.3) I think the 10 Watt version has a limit of its loudness. Its not that way loud as everyone on the internet says but good for bedroom practice specially at nights. So better go for the 20 Watt model. So all that sums up to a 4/5 star rating.