Harnessing revolutionary AI machine modeling technology, the Amplitube TONEX SE Tone Creator from IK Multimedia is an incredible and sophisticated software program that can turn your amps, cabs, pedals, or entire rig setup into virtual models and plug-ins, using your real guitar and bass signals and IK's neural network to compute machine modeled tones in mere minutes. The resulting model is virtually indistinguishable from the real thing and can be used standalone, as a DAW plug-in, or within the vast TONEX ecosystem, including IK's Amplitube 5.

TONEX SE comes pre-loaded with a high-quality selection of 20 amps, 10 pedals, and 200 tone models, with many more available on ToneNET, where you can browse, demo, and download models as well as upload your own custom creations. TONEX can even be used to create custom IRs, including a built-in VIR cabinet player with multiple IRs per cabinet, and is available in AAX, Audio Unit, VST2, and VST3 formats for wide compatibility with numerous DAWs on macOS or Windows PC.

Model Amps, Cabinets, Combos & Pedals    Automatic AI Machine Modeling    Turn Your Favorite Gear into Plug-Ins    20 Amps and 10 Pedals Pre-Loaded    Includes 200 Tone Models    Browse and Download Models from ToneNET    Standalone Operation or Plug-In    Create IRs or Use Built-Tn VIR Cabinets    Compatible with Complete TONEX Ecosystem    AAX, AU, VST2 & VST3 Plug-In Formats

Harness the power of IK’s advanced AI Machine Modeling technology to turn your rig into virtual models of amps, cabs, and pedals (distortion, overdrive, fuzz, EQ, and boost) or entire rigs, in any combination. TONEX uses a specially prepared audio file of actual guitar and bass signals, not just test tones, to capture your rig in true-to-life detail. Then TONEX’s neural network computes the machine modeled tone in minutes. The result is a virtual model that sounds indistinguishable from the real rig, to be used in TONEX software and app. Add your custom skin and keywords to your Tone Models, then upload and share them with other TONEX users in ToneNET with just one click.

• Model amps, cabinets, combos, and pedals (like distortion, overdrive, fuzz, EQ, or boost) in any combination, from a single element to a complex rig
• Create Tone Models in minutes (as fast as 5 minutes on recommended hardware) using AI Machine Modeling technology with selectable levels of accuracy
• Built-in assistant guides you through each step, from hardware connection to complete modeling
• Ultra-precise reproduction of high-frequency content with no aliasing whatsoever
• Assign custom skins to your modeled gear and open them as a plug-in or standalone inside the TONEX software and app, or AmpliTube 5 for Mac/PC
• Works also as an IR creator or you can use the built-in VIR cabinets with multiple IRs per cabinet

TONEX Player offers an intuitive, easy-to-use workflow to keep you in your creative zone. Play, practice, and record as a standalone or plug-in inside your favorite DAW, or directly inside AmpliTube 5. Always have the best possible tones right at your fingertips. Looking for more inspiration? Use the advanced search feature to browse through a massive library of the most sought-after amps, pedals, and rigs, including one-of-a-kind models that will elevate your tone to the next level.

TONEX works seamlessly inside AmpliTube 5, adding a multitude of ways to further customize your tone for recording and live performance. Tone Models function just like other AmpliTube amplifiers, cabs, or pedals. They can be used alongside any gear models you own to build custom signal chains and save as presets for easy recall and sharing on ToneNET. The combination of TONEX and AmpliTube 5 represents the most advanced tone powerhouse on the planet today.

Thousands of Tone Models are available in the new TONEX section in ToneNET, IK’s online tone-sharing platform for AmpliTube. These Tone Models can be accessed directly from TONEX software where you can instantly search, filter, demo, and download user Tone Models or explore them via your regular web browser. Online, you can explore user Tone Models and select the ones you like, so the next time you open TONEX software they’ll be available for instant download on your computer. New Tone Models are posted continuously by IK and TONEX users and are immediately listed on the TONEX section of ToneNET, making it an ever-expanding, limitless repository of the world’s best tones.

The TONEX software is the heart of a wide ecosystem of powerful products, designed to make the capture, modeling, and reamplification of tones an easier process than ever before. From apps and computer software, to hardware for capture and reamping, TONEX makes it simple to gain access to a world of high-end gear, all at your fingertips.

• TONEX for modeling your gear or loading models of a wide range of rigs
• TONEX App lets you choose between several tone model packs and can be used standalone or as an AU plug-in for iPad/iPhone
• ToneNET for instant access to thousands of tone models, letting you download or share your own models
• TONEX Capture provides an all-in-one accessory to tone model any rig, with or without microphones, and provides reamplification functions 

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this device require bias voltage from the pre amp? How much?

A: The IK Multimedia iRig Acoustic Stage only requires 2 AA batteries for power. It is quite probable the contact microphone included in this package require some sort of power. If so, it will draw the power from the preamp unit itself. Bias voltage ranges between 1-10v.

Q: 2. Does this mic have a XLR option or is it strictly USB?

A: Besides the input for the included mic, here is what the description says: The unit also features an auxiliary input for your acoustic/electric's existing pickup configuration, and a blend knob.... The processing unit...provides a USB output for connection to Mac and Windows computers, as well as iOS devices. It also offers a 1/4" output for use on stage.

Q: 3. Does this work with an iPad mini?

A: work on all IOS

Q: 4. Does this preamp work with the video shooting apps (3rd party or standard, such as those on Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra)? If so, does the sound in video become 24bit / 96KHz or it's downsampled to something less when recording?

A: The IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD Audio Interface with Mic Pre is capable of passing audio at a 96 kHz / 24-bit sampling rate, however because it is not a recorder itself, the sampling rate of the audio file would depend on the capabilities of the application used to record. The iRig Pre HD has general compatibility with Android OS, but specific compatibility with third party applications is dependent on the specific application's ability to be used with external microphones.

Q: 5. Is this mono or stereo input?

A: This will be a mono input.

Q: 6. Is this device compatible with Nylon Strings Instruments?

A: Yes it is. There's actually tone settings specifically for nylon-string instruments, not just steel string.

Q: 7. Will this work on a MacBook? I’m going to use it for a podcast.

A: The iRig Pre was designed for use with mobile devices like iPhones and iPads rather than a MacBook. You will have better results using a USB interface with a MacBook. If you are using a mic with XLR output, you can use the Polsen XLR-USB-48 XLR to USB Audio Interface (B&H# POXLRUSB48) which can also supply phantom power. The Behringer U-PHORIA UM2 Desktop 2x2 USB 1.1 Audio Interface (B&H# BEUM2) is another lower-priced option. If you want an interface that will work with your MacBook as well as with mobile devices, the IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD Audio Interface with Mic Pre (B&H# IKIRIGPREHD) or Zoom U-22 Ultracompact 2x2 USB Handy Audio Interface (B&H# ZOZU22) are good options. Please feel free to contact us by phone or through live chat if you would like further assistance.

Q: 8. You are advertising this as coming with iRig Keys Pro, but the image appears to be only of the iRig Keys, and iRig itself only seems to sell this package with the Keys and not the Keys Pro. Does this in fact come with iRig Keys Pro or is that a misprint?

A: It comes with the iRig Keys Pro. It says iRig Keys Pro numerous times in the copy. It seems the photo was never updated.

Q: 9. Can you use this for phone calls or facetime, or does it only work with the included apps?

A: Works great with even skype.

Q: 10. does this hold a 12.9" ipad pro with otterbox defender case?

A: No the IK Multimedia iKlip 3 will only fit tablets up to 12.9" without a case.