The latest guitar gear news from around the world.
Australian guitar virtuoso Plini has teamed up with Neural DSP to develop Archetype: Plini.
A plugin featuring three brand new amplifiers modeled using neural DSP’s proprietary methods.
In front of the virtual amplifiers are a classic overdrive/boostpedal, and a Solid State inspired compressor. Continue reading →
Here’s a demo of the TH3 Metal plugin from Overloud.
I’ll be writing a full review soon.
Overloud TH3 Metal Demo
Neural DSP have released the V2.0 update for the Fortin Nameless Suite.
There are a number of upgrades in this update but the big ones are the added HEXDRIVE and ZUUL pedals.
Here’s what Neural DSP had to say about the update. Continue reading →
If you visit the STL Tones website you can now download the Ignite Emissary 2.0 plugin for free.
This is an awesome free guitar amp simulator which can give you sparkly cleans, right through to crushing metal distortion. It has been totally re-coded from the ground up and this two channel amp is a must have.
Visit https://www.stltones.com today to get your copy
STL Ignite Emissary Demo Video
Here’s a demo of the Audio Assault HellBeast. This is the latest plugin from Audio Assault and is their most brutal yet.
Full review coming soon.
I got the JST Toneforge Menace plugin last night so I thought I’d give it a quick test before I write a review and make a proper demo video next week.
The sound you hear is pretty much the default settings with minimal tweaking. It’s very tight so should be great for something more metal. Continue reading →
Here’s a free patch for the Line 6 ANGL Meteor model.
I wasn’t really a fan of the ANGL until I tweaked it but I think it sounds pretty good like this. As always, my patches are made for recording and sound best in a mix. If you want to use it live or on its own it’ll need a little tweaking.
It can be downloaded for free using the link below.
Here’s a demo of the Positive Grid BIAS FX Metal Signature Pack.
I used the Jeff Loomis amp model and for the solo I added the Ola Delay pedal.
A few weeks ago a lovely new Line 6 Helix LT landed at Guitar Noodle HQ.
A bit of background info. I’ve been playing the guitar and various other instruments for around 25 years now. During that time I’ve spent a ridiculous amount of money on equipment. I use to be pretty seriously into recording my own music but that got pushed to one side due to starting a family. A scenario I’m sure a lot of you are familiar with. Continue reading →