Tonex Metal Gems by IK Multimedia amp simulator plugin interface

Tonex Metal Gems: High-Gain Amp Tone Models by IK Multimedia

Tonex Metal Gems is an IK Multimedia collection of 100 high-gain Tone Models for the TONEX amp simulator, based on four metal amps: Peavey 5150, Diezel Herbert, Soldano SLO-100 and Bogner Überschall.

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01Overview

Tonex Metal Gems is a Tone Model collection for the TONEX ecosystem, covering classic and contemporary metal sounds. The developer says the models were captured in a professional studio using IK's AI Machine Modeling technology. Each amp gets its own set of captures, with variations in cabinets, microphones, outboard gear and stomp pedals. The collection can be used in a DAW as a plugin or loaded onto the TONEX Pedal for live performance.

Best for

Modern metal guitar
Drop-tuned rhythm tones
Classic hard rock leads
Live guitar performance
Recording heavy guitars

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

02Key features

What you get

100 high-gain Tone Models across four legendary amps
Diezel Herbert with three channels and 30 models
Bogner Überschall captures suited to drop-tuned guitars
Soldano SLO-100 models with clean, drive and high-gain tones
Peavey 5150 captures with six cabinet options
Multiple cabinets, microphones and outboard gear per model
Compatible with TONEX, TONEX CS and TONEX App
Tone Models can be loaded to TONEX Pedal for live use

03In depth

Amp Models and Tone Range

The collection covers four high-gain amps. The Diezel Herbert, a 180-watt amp, is captured in 30 Tone Models across its three channels, from dynamic cleans to tight distortion. The Bogner Überschall offers 25 models with clean and high-gain tones, and the developer notes its popularity with players using extended-range and drop-tuned guitars.

The Soldano SLO-100 is represented by 25 models covering clean, drive and high-gain tones, several using a TS-9 and Furman PQ-3. The Peavey 5150 Block Letter adds 20 models, including captures with stomp pedals and six different cabinets.

Capture Setup and Compatibility

Captures were made with a range of cabinets, including Marshall JCM800, Johnson 4x12 and Marshall 1960 A, and microphones such as the SM 57, AKG C451B and MD 421. Outboard gear includes Neve, Urei and Chandler units, and the speaker list spans Celestion, V30 and EVM models.

The plugin is offered as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX on Windows and macOS. It is a native Apple Silicon application, and an internet connection is required to authorize the application and access ToneNET.

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, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What do I need to run Tonex Metal Gems?

The plugin needs a 64-bit CPU and OS. On macOS, Intel Core i3 (Core i5 recommended for Modeler) with macOS 10.15, or Apple M1 with macOS 11, plus 4 GB of RAM and 6 GB of disk space. On Windows, Intel Core i3 or equivalent with Windows 10, 4 GB of RAM and 6 GB of disk space. An internet connection is required to authorize the application.

Which plugin formats and operating systems are supported?

Tonex Metal Gems is offered in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows and macOS, and AU is supported on macOS. The developer lists AAX and VST3 among the supported formats for Windows.