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iHeartGuitarBlog’s review of IK’s most popular guitar amp and FX software

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Here are some quotes from the extensive review on iHeartGuitarBlog.com:

"My favorite models are British Tube Lead 2 (which you can hear on all the guitar parts in the YouTube video at the end of this review, boosted by the Tube Screamer-inspired stompbox model), Tube Vintage Combo (the Supro), British Tube 30TB (the AC30) and the THD. The Rectifier model (Modern Tube Lead) sounds quite authentic and is especially great with active humbuckers, and British Tube Lead 1 (the JCM800 model) has a growl and punch that are faithful to the original amp, allowing you to unleash your inner Zakk Wylde with the help of a little chorus. The stomp effects are very cool, especially Fuzz Age (the Fuzz Face) and Crusher, which adds some Nine Inch Nails-style digital grit and grizzle to your sound. I've also found that you can use the graphic EQ to simulate some of the characteristics of various pickups."

"AmpliTube 2 seems most at home with overdriven sounds, such as the THD and Vox AC30 models."

"For me the real fun in AmpliTube 2 is the ability to mix and match the various components. I like to 'virtually' change the Mesa Dual Rectifier model from 6L6 to EL34 output valves and substitute its EQ section for that from the JCM900, while keeping the gain stage and speaker cabinet the same. This warms up the amp considerably while retaining much of its recognizable character – it's surprising how much of each model's sound is reliant on that first module. Another thing I really appreciate in AmpliTube is the microphone interface. Adding a little bit of distance and depth to the AC30 or JCM800 models (the latter at a low gain setting) brings out a distinctive Jimmy Page vibe, more so than any other amp modeling programs I've used."

"It's also almost criminally addictive to combine two amp models, for instance pick any two of the Fender models, add tweak the individual reverb levels to taste and throw in your favorite Stevie Ray Vaughan licks. Or set up the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier and the JCM800 with the Tube Screamer model, then throw on some digital chorus and tube compression for a thick modern FM rock type of rhythm guitar sound. Here's another tip: mix together the bass amp model with a huge pile of compression, and roll off the treble. At the same time set up the JCM800 model, maybe with a little fuzz or overdrive, but definitely with some gritty preamp distortion grind, and zap out the bass frequencies. Mix the Marshall model down so it's just low enough to add some growl and roar to your bass track, and it will sit much more comfortably with heavy rhythm guitars. This is especially great for Tool or Billy Sheehan bass sounds."

"AmpliTube 2 is the perfect option for the all-round guitarist who needs tones raging from the 50s to the present day. The user interface is logical if not downright intuitive, and very musical. it's an extraordinarily useful program which is great as a practice tool, for jamming to your favorite tracks or… as your main guitar tone on a recording."

Read more of the AmpliTube 2 review on iHeartGuitarBlog.com, and listen to the audio demo.
 
Check out the features and sounds of AmpliTube 2, click here.
 


2009-07-21

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