Blackstar has engineered the POLAR series as the definitive audio interface solution for guitarists who refuse to compromise on their recorded tone. The POLAR 2 represents a purpose-built approach to guitar recording, designed by musicians who understand the specific demands of capturing exceptional guitar sounds in both home and professional studio environments.
This 2-channel USB audio interface centres around high headroom FET input channels that accommodate instrument, line, and microphone sources with professional-grade clarity. The unit incorporates a powerful headphone amplifier, +48V phantom power for condenser microphones, and balanced outputs that ensure accurate monitoring during recording and mixing sessions.
Visual level meters provide real-time feedback while the proprietary “Enhance” switch adds Blackstar’s signature tonal character to your recordings. The POLAR 2 ships complete with comprehensive studio software, including the full St. James Plugin Suite, providing guitarists with all the essential tools needed to begin professional-quality recording immediately upon setup.
- 2 channel audio interface for recording guitarists
- High-headroom FET input stage
- 'Enhance' feature replicates classic guitar amp sound
- Prevents digital clipping for instrument inputs
- Enhances clarity for vocal and acoustic performances
- Built-in high-quality guitar signal capture
- Includes St. James Suite, Ableton Live Lite, ReLab LX480 Essentials Reverb, Melodyne Essential
- High power headphone and monitor outputs with independent control
- Mic preamp based on vintage studio preamps
- POLAR Control mixing software for fine-tuning
- USB 3.0 bus power with +48V phantom power



