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“Out of the box, there’s something to suit any genre”: Kemper Profiler Player review
By Nick Guppy published
With the pedalboard user in mind, Kemper has downsized for its compact new Profiler Player

I’ve played IK Multimedia’s nano modeling amp, the TONEX One – and it could be the ultimate pocket-sized pedal platform
By Alex Lynham published
The tiny modeler is not perfect, but it’s going to solve a lot of problems – particularly for players who are willing to put in a little time upfront

How to add warmth to digital amp modelers
By Joe Dean published
From the unsung hero of your pedalboard to the importance of signal routing, here's what you can do to improve the tone of your digital amp rig

“Is there an expanded one? Is there a smaller footprint version? Is there a native version?” Fender’s Justin Norvell teases next steps for the Tone Master Pro range – and confirms tweed FRFR speakers are “definitely on the list”
By Matt Parker published
The floor modeler has already established a firm ‘foothold’… but it seems Fender’s just getting started

“I hate modeling, I think it’s wack. You can hear it right away”: IDLES explain why recording with an amp modeler risks messing with your tone, your head – and probably your dog
By Matt Parker published
UK post-punk heroes Mark Bowen and Lee Kiernan reckon modelers are best consigned to the role of live backups – and you shouldn’t let them near your recordings

“Just like driving a Plexi Super Lead flat out, but accessible at lower volume levels – and won’t cause permanent ear damage”: Universal Audio UAFX Lion ’68 Super Lead Amp review
By Chris Gill published
UA sought to capture the tone and feel of one of the most legendary guitar amps of all time in a pedal – and the Lion nails the brief

Fender issues major Tone Master Pro firmware update, including new features, enhancements, and bug fixes
By Phil Weller published
The modeler’s first major – and free – firmware update issues 12 enhancements and a host of fixes as it continues to sharpen its elbows in the competitive modeller market

Boss GT-1000 Core vs HX Stomp: which amp and effects modeler should you pick?
By Matt McCracken published
Which of these pedalboard-sized amp modelers should you choose? We deep dive into the fine details to find out

The world’s biggest amp brands are not who you think they are: these are Reverb’s best-selling guitar amps of 2023
By Matt Parker published
The used and new retailer's shared its top-selling amps this year – and it asks some serious questions of legacy names

Fender Tone Master Pro review – Fender takes the amp modeler and multi-effects crown
By Nick Guppy published
Fender jumps into the lead of the modeling preamp race with a floor unit that's steeped in the brand's DNA and presents heaps of amp sounds and effects in an easy-to-use package
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