AmpKnob BDE 120 by Bogren Digital amp simulator plugin interface

AmpKnob BDE 120: High-Gain Amp Simulator by Bogren Digital

AmpKnob BDE 120 is an amp simulator plugin by Bogren Digital that models a high-gain German amp. It offers two switchable channels, a built-in boost pedal, matched Modern and Vintage cabinets, and works in VST3, AU, AAX and standalone formats.

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01Overview

AmpKnob BDE 120 is built around a high-gain amp the developer describes as a pillar of extreme metal. It is engineered by Jens Bogren and aims for the raw bite and low end associated with that style. The plugin is designed to drop into a mix quickly, pairing its amp models with cabinet simulations so guitar and bass tones are usable with little setup. Its tools also cover practical tasks such as noise control, riff recording and tuning.

Best for

Metal rhythm guitar
High-gain lead tones
Extreme metal bass
Riff writing and demos
Quick guitar tracking

Developer: Bogren Digital
Category: Amp Simulators
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Hallmark German high-gain amp tones
Two switchable channels for wider tonal range
Built-in boost pedal for high gain levels
Modern and Vintage matched cabinet simulations
IR loader for loading custom impulse responses
IRDX technology for dynamic speaker response
Customizable gate for noise control
Built-in riff recorder and tuner
Metronome tool included
Available as VST3, AU, AAX and standalone

03In depth

Sound, Channels and Boost

The plugin provides two switchable high-gain channels, which Bogren Digital presents as a way to widen the tonal range from one amp model. A built-in boost pedal adds further gain for players who need extreme distortion.

A customizable gate handles noise control, which matters when running high gain settings. The developer also describes the tones as vivid and dynamic, drawing on the IRDX speaker response technology included in the plugin.

Cabinets, IR Loading and Workflow

AmpKnob BDE 120 includes Modern and Vintage cabinet simulations that are matched to the amp models. An IR loader lets you load your own impulse responses to personalize the sound.

For quick sessions, the built-in riff recorder captures ideas without opening your DAW, and tuner and metronome tools are included for practical use while tracking.

04Specs