The TONEX platform offers an expanding library of amp, cabinet and pedal sounds, with more of each added daily. There are lots of great options from artists, manufacturers, content creators and the user library. So, when you're looking for sounds, where do you start?
How about with some advice from tone expert Don Carr of Sweetwater. In his review, he presents four of his favorite clean TONEX Tone Models, including tips on how to get the best sound using TONEX.
I've gathered four clean amp sounds from the TONEX universe that I'm really enjoying. These captures feel, sound, and respond right, and I think they’re worth shining a light on.
Don's picks with ToneNET demo links:
#1: Smooth As Silk (ODS Legends Collection)
"For me, this is a great all-around clean tone. It has enough punch to cut through a mix without being harsh."
#2: Muscle '59 (IK Premium Tone Model)
"It's big and muscular, with a good snarl and just a bit of grit when you dig in. It's perfect for classic country, Americana, etc."
#3: Sparkling Bright (IK Premium Tone Model)
"It's another good all-around setting that is leaner on the low end and less punchy in the mids. It's perfect for shimmering chords."
#4: CLN-100 (IK Premium Tone Model)
"In contrast to my other picks, it is slightly mid-scooped in the EQ and somewhat modern in the feel and response."
TONEX is a replacement for an amp, speaker cabinet and microphone, so it's not a "finished" recorded sound. Treat it with a judicious use of a preamp, EQ, compression, reverb, or whatever you would normally use to polish a raw guitar sound.
Check out the full Sweetwater review with Don's audio demos HERE.
New limited-edition TONEX Pedal available now for preorder
This limited-edition TONEX Pedal includes 150 Tone Models created by select Tone Partners, including The Studio Rats, Amalgam Audio, Worship Tutorials, Tone Junkie, and Jason Sadites. These exclusive Tone Models offer a unique palette of sounds curated especially for the TONEX anniversary. Reserve your custom white TONEX Pedal now in the IK Store or at Sweetwater.