AmpliTube Joe Satriani guitar amp simulator plugin interface by IK Multimedia

AmpliTube Joe Satriani: Amp Simulator Plugin by IK Multimedia

AmpliTube Joe Satriani is an amp simulator plugin from IK Multimedia that models 12 pieces of gear, including amps, cabinets, stompboxes and a microphone, based on Joe Satriani's tones. It runs as VST3, AU and AAX on Windows and macOS.

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01Overview

AmpliTube Joe Satriani is a guitar effects collection built around the sounds of the guitarist Joe Satriani. It is a gear collection for the AmpliTube Custom Shop, so it adds Satriani-inspired amps, cabinets and pedals to the AmpliTube environment. IK Multimedia says the models were developed with Satriani, who approved the sound and the included settings. The collection covers his signature Marshall-based amp, a remodeled Peavey 5150, and a range of classic pedals.

Best for

Satriani-style rock tones
Blues and shred guitar
Classic rock amp sounds
Guitar tracking and mixing
Vintage pedal effects

Developer: IK Multimedia
Category: Amp Simulators
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Gear collection for the AmpliTube Custom Shop
12 models across 3 amps, 3 cabinets and 5 stompboxes
Includes a Dynamic 421 microphone model
Models based on Joe Satriani's signature Marshall JVM410HJS
Developer says the collection was approved by Joe Satriani
Works with the new Custom Shop updates
Requires no previous version of AmpliTube
64-bit plugin in VST3, AU and AAX formats

03In depth

Amps, cabinets and stompboxes in the collection

The collection includes 12 models split between amps, cabs and effects. The three amplifiers are Satch VM, SJ50 and Boston 100. The three cabinets are Satch Green, Satch 60 and Boston Cab Sim. The five stompboxes are Satch Wah, Satch Distortion, Satch Overdrive, Tube Overdrive and Satch Octave. A Dynamic 421 microphone model completes the set.

IK Multimedia describes the amp models as based on Satriani's signature Marshall JVM410HJS and a completely remodeled Peavey 5150, alongside a Scholz Rockman and classic BOSS pedals. The developer also says the gear spans the 1970s through the 1990s and beyond.

Setup and compatibility

AmpliTube Joe Satriani requires an internet connection to authorize the application and access ToneNET. It runs on Windows 10 (64-bit) or newer, with an ASIO-compatible sound card, and on macOS 10.15 or newer, with macOS 11 or newer required for Apple Silicon. Both systems need 8 GB of RAM, 3 GB of free hard drive space and an OpenGL 2 compatible graphics adapter.

The plugin is 64-bit. It is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats, though AU is listed for macOS only and VST3 and AAX are listed for both systems. No previous version of AmpliTube is required to use it.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	IK Multimedia
Type	Plugin
Category	Amp Simulator
Formats	VST3, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does AmpliTube Joe Satriani support?

It is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats as a 64-bit plugin. AU is listed for macOS, while VST3 and AAX are listed for both Windows and macOS.

What do I need to run AmpliTube Joe Satriani?

You need Windows 10 (64-bit) or newer, or macOS 10.15 or newer, with 8 GB of RAM and 3 GB of free disk space. An OpenGL 2 compatible graphics adapter is required, and an internet connection is needed to authorize the application and access ToneNET.