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Amp/Cab Emulation

IK Multimedia X-Space Multi-Mode Stereo Reverb

At Summer NAMM 2021, Italian powerhouse IK Multimedia unveiled four new, multi-mode pedals powered by the algorithms of their popular audio plugin Amplitube. We are now tackling them one at a time, starting with the stereo reverb, called X-Space. This is a multi-mode reverb do-it-all kind of device reminiscent of…Click on the title for more

IK Multimedia X-Space Multi-Mode Stereo Reverb

New Pedal: Mooer Cab X2

Released in conjunction with its Preamp sibling, the Mooer Cab X2 is a dual-channel cab simulator offering all the features of the Chinese company's X2 line: compact case, 14 editable presets, dual footswitches, dual input with dual or stereo out operation, and free editing software. The pedal includes 11 pre-installed…Click on the title for more

New Pedal: Mooer Cab X2

Mooer Preamp Model X X2

The Mooer X2 line is adding two new members belonging to the amp modeling niche - the second one being the Cab X2. The Preamp Model X X2 is a Dual-Channel Digital Preamp pedal boasting a compact case, 14 editable presets, dual footswitches and three cab simulations. Each of the…Click on the title for more

Mooer Preamp Model X X2

Blackstar Dept. 10 Dual Distortion

The Blackstar Dept. 10 Dual Distortion is a high-gain pedal driven by an ECC83 Triode Valve with noteworthy tone and tons of features. Just like its less aggressive sibling the Dept. 10 Dual Drive, it offers 2 voices per channel, for a total of 3 crunch/overdrive voices alongside the clean…Click on the title for more

Blackstar Dept. 10 Dual Distortion

BOSS IR-200 Amp and IR Cabinet Simulator

The BOSS 200 series welcomes another member to its growing family, the IR-200 Amp and IR Cabinet Simulator, an uber-comprehensive stereo device for performing, rehearsing, and recording without the burden of real amp and cabinets for both guitar (8amp types) and bass (3 amp types). We could spend all day…Click on the title for more

BOSS IR-200 Amp and IR Cabinet Simulator

Blackstar Amplification Dept 10 Dual Drive

British manufacturer Blackstar Amplification initially made a name for itself for their point-to-point tube amps, and even though they expanded on that initial offer, their experience with tube-driven circuits remains an important part of their identity, as proven by the release of a series of tube pedals under the Dept.…Click on the title for more

Blackstar Amplification Dept 10 Dual Drive

Sunnaudio Rabbithead RH-1 Preamp/Dual Overdrive

The Sunnaudio Rabbithead RH-1 is an analog, transformerless Preamp/Dual Overdrive accepting both instrument and line in signal and providing an exhaustive array of controls to fine-tune your tone. It's also a speaker simulator with two 1/4” outputs, one of which is a balanced speaker sim output. The preamp section features…Click on the title for more

Sunnaudio Rabbithead RH-1 Preamp/Dual Overdrive

Tech 21 SansAmp Classic

Today's guitarists take amp and cab simulation pedals for granted as an option to add a variety of tonal flavor to their "real" amp and cabs. But things were very different until the year 1989, when the only amp/cab sound one could get was through... an actual amp/cab combo, as…Click on the title for more

Tech 21 SansAmp Classic

Flamma Cab FS07 Stereo Cabinet Simulator with IR

Flamma's series of super-affordable, stereo, multi-mode, compact pedals were among the most surprising new releases of the early '20 - so much so that they recently earned the blessing of none other than Mr. JHS. Their CAB FS07 cab simulation stompbox is one of the few compact stereo devices of…Click on the title for more

Flamma Cab FS07 Stereo Cabinet Simulator with IR

Westminster Augsburg Deluxe Amp Sim

We spotted the Westminster Effects Augsburg at our Summer NAMM 2021 booth and it's now shipping. Built on the same concept as the company's recent Geneva Amp Sim, the Augsburg is a version of that pedal with a different character, since it recreates the sound of a Fender Silverface and…Click on the title for more

Westminster Augsburg Deluxe Amp Sim

Mod Devices Dwarf Multi-FX + Amp Modeling Workstation

Compact multi-effects pedals can be very useful in complementing any board, and the Mod Devices Dwarf is an interesting recent open-source entry in this niche. The most intriguing feature of this standalone plugin hardware box is that it lets you organize your effects (and routing) in an unlimited number of…Click on the title for more

Mod Devices Dwarf Multi-FX + Amp Modeling Workstation

2022 UPDATE: Best Amp Modeling Pedals & Cab Simulators

Once upon a time, most electric guitarists (i.e. those with a limited budget) had to pick an amplifier and a cabinet that would pretty much define their tone - until they got tired of it, and bought new gear. Settling on one amp/cab combo wasn't easy, and generated a fair…Click on the title for more

2022 UPDATE: Best Amp Modeling Pedals & Cab Simulators