Name: Blackstar FLY 3
Brand: Blackstar
SKU: a28f9ffa-0ab3-4538-9852-6e56248ff227
Price: 79.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 9.1 (3459 reviews)

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Experts prefer Blackstar FLY 3 over Orange Crush Mini

On 9 Jan 2025 (11 months ago) we went through 103 Guitar Amp expert endorsements .

Currently, Blackstar FLY 3 received 1 endorsement from BestReviews (1 Dec 2024). Meanwhile, Orange Crush Mini did not receive any endorsements this month.

Rank	Change	Price	Guitar Amp	Gearank	GuitarPlayer	BestReviews	Music Radar	Guitar World	BestCovery	Ledger Note	Music Critic	Loud Beats	audiosorcerer.com
40	N/A	$80	Blackstar FLY 3	-	-	5	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
N/A	N/A	$75	Orange Crush Mini	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

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Endorsement summary:

On 1 Dec 2024 BestReviews ranked Blackstar FLY 3 as #5

Rank Guitar Amp Comment

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#5 out of 5 Blackstar FLY 3
Portable Convenience

Source: bestreviews.com

MetaRanking Common points from expert reviews summarized.

As can be seen below, in Jan 2025 neither Blackstar FLY 3 nor Orange Crush Mini were recommended by key experts who publish Guitar Amplifiers recommendations.

Rank	Change	Price	Guitar Amp	Gearank	GuitarPlayer	BestReviews	Music Radar	Guitar World	BestCovery	Ledger Note	Music Critic	Loud Beats	audiosorcerer.com
1	-	$169	Orange Crush 20 The Orange Crush 20 guitar amplifier is highly praised for its exceptional sound quality, versatility, power, and durability, making it a reliable choice for guitarists in various use cases.	1	-	3	-	-	-	2	-	3	-
2	-	$249	Positive Grid Spark The Positive Grid Spark is a versatile and portable digital guitar amplifier with customizable sound options, Bluetooth connectivity, and a companion app, making it ideal for practice sessions and small performances.	-	1	-	1	4	-	-	-	-	-
3	-	Check price	Marshall MG50CFX	-	-	-	-	-	-	1	-	1	-
4	-	Check price	Marshall DSL100H	-	-	-	-	-	12	5	-	-	1
5	-	$598	Vox AC15 The Vox AC15 is a highly regarded tube amplifier known for its warm, rich sound and classic British rock tone, making it a versatile and powerful option for guitarists in various musical settings.	-	-	4	11	8	-	-	-	7	-
6	-	Check price	Boss Katana 50 MkII The Boss Katana 50 MkII is a versatile and powerful amplifier that has received positive feedback from experts for its sound quality, range of features, and portability.	-	-	-	4	1	-	-	-	-	-
7	-	Check price	Mesa Boogie Mark V The Mesa Boogie Mark V is a highly versatile and powerful guitar amplifier that offers exceptional sound quality, versatility, and durability, making it a top choice for professional musicians and enthusiasts, especially in genres like metal.	-	-	-	19	-	2	-	-	9	-
8	-	$159	Fender Mustang LT25 The Fender Mustang LT25 is a versatile and affordable solid-state combo amplifier with built-in effects and amp modeling, making it ideal for home use, practice, and small gigs.	2	-	-	-	3	-	-	-	-	-
9	-	$159	Orange Micro Terror The Orange Micro Terror is a highly regarded hybrid amplifier that combines a tube preamp stage with a solid-state amp stage, delivering a clear and defined tone with a distinct Orange "growl and bite," making it a versatile and portable option for musicians.	3	-	2	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
13	-	Check price	Marshall AS50D The Marshall AS50D is a highly recommended acoustic guitar amplifier that excels in sound quality, power, connectivity, portability, and durability, making it a versatile and reliable choice for acoustic musicians.	-	-	-	-	-	6	-	3	-	-
14	-	$300	Peavey Vypyr VIP 2 The Peavey Vypyr VIP 2 is a versatile and affordable guitar amplifier that offers a wide range of features and functions, making it a reliable choice for guitarists on a budget.	-	-	-	-	-	-	3	7	-	-
15	-	$1250	Fender Tone Master Twin Reverb	-	12	-	-	2	-	-	-	-	-
16	-	$1450	Blackstar St. James 50 EL34 Combo	-	3	-	13	-	-	-	-	-	-
17	-	$199	Orange Micro Dark The Orange Micro Dark is a hybrid amplifier that combines the warm tone of a tube amp with the reliability and affordability of a solid-state amp, making it a powerful and versatile option for aggressive rock and metal genres.	4	-	-	-	9	-	-	-	-	-
18	-	$2600	EVH 5150III 50W EL34 The EVH 5150III 50W EL34 guitar amplifier head is a highly versatile and praised amp, perfect for metal players and lead guitarists, with its high-gain sound, EL34 tubes, three channels, and 50 watts of power.	-	-	-	15	-	-	-	-	5	-
19	-	$1280	Roland JC-120 The Roland JC-120 Guitar Amp is a versatile and powerful amplifier known for its exceptional sound quality, clarity, and durability, making it a top choice for musicians seeking reliable and dynamic tones for live performances, recording sessions, and rehearsals.	-	15	-	14	-	-	-	-	-	-
20	-	Check price	Neural DSP Quad Cortex	-	-	-	21	12	-	-	-	-	-
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [18]

88

Total expert reviews: 18

with a score: 4
without a score: 14

Highest score by unboxguitars.com	94
Average score based on 18 reviews	88
Lowest score by theguitaraddict.blogspot.com	80

Score distribution:

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No expert reviews linked yet for Orange Crush Mini.

From Seller:

Refer the user manual below for troubleshooting
Digital 'tape' delay effect; Patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature)
Sonic Performance The use of a full range driver eliminates the need of a subwoofer; This has the benefit of removing the requirement for a crossover and the negative sonic impact that can have; The key part of a guitar’s tone occurs in the frequencies that are normally affected by a crossover and for music playback the performance is similar to nearfield monitors
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