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Studio-Quality Tone in Your Pocket Modena, Italy – November 2025 – IK Multimedia has unveiled the TONEX Plug, a new portable headphone amplifier designed for guitar and bass players seeking premium tone anywhere, anytime. Powered by IK’s award-winning AI Machine Modeling™ technology, TONEX Plug delivers the same studio-grade sound found in the acclaimed TONEX Pedal and TONEX ONE—now in an ultra-compact, travel-ready format. With over 40,000 free Tone Models available via ToneNET, plus access to premium and signature collections, players can explore an ever-expanding sonic universe. The device stores 30 user presets across 10 color-coded banks, letting musicians switch tones instantly. Built-in Bluetooth connectivity and the TONEX Control app (iOS/Android) enable wireless preset browsing, editing, and audio playback from any device. TONEX Plug also doubles as a high-quality USB-C audio interface, ideal for recording or practice. Additional onboard features include EQ, gate, compressor, delay, modulation, reverb, and a chromatic tuner with LED indication. Compact yet powerful, the rechargeable unit provides up to six hours of continuous playtime, making it perfect for late-night sessions, rehearsals, or travel. Each unit ships with TONEX SE and AmpliTube 5 SE software for capturing, recording, and performing. Available now from IK Multimedia and authorized dealers worldwide. For more information, visit www.ikmultimedia.com/tonexplug.

A New Era of Bass Tone Modeling Modena, Italy — 30/09/2025 — IK Multimedia has announced the launch of the TONEX Bass Edition, the company’s first modeling pedal range designed specifically for bass players. Built with both stage and studio performance in mind, the new series delivers a dedicated collection of bass-optimized tone models, effects, and software integration—all inside rugged, gig-ready enclosures. At the heart of TONEX Bass Edition is the Signature Bass Collection, a meticulously curated library of 150 Tone Models. The collection captures the unique character of classic and modern bass amps, cabinets, and pedals, including legendary tube giants like the Ampeg SVT, Fender Bassman, and Orange AD200, as well as modern icons from Markbass, Gallien-Krueger, Trace Elliot, Tech 21, and Darkglass. Each model is created using IK’s new TONEX Modeler engine, which ensures exceptional clarity, punch, and authentic feel. A standout feature for bassists is the enhanced dry/wet in-phase blending, which maintains the power of clean low-end fundamentals while introducing grind, drive, or saturation for mix-ready tones that retain full presence in both live and recording settings. Two pedal formats are available: Both pedals feature IK Multimedia’s premium build: 24-bit/192 kHz audio processing, a massive 5 Hz–24 kHz response range, whisper-quiet operation, and a rugged aluminum chassis designed to withstand years of gigging. TONEX Bass Edition pedals come bundled with IK’s powerful software suite, including TONEX Modeler, TONEX Editor, AmpliTube 5, and the SVX bass collections. Players can also browse and download thousands of user-created Tone Models from ToneNET, expanding their tonal palette endlessly. “Bass players have always wanted more than just ‘guitar modeling adapted for bass,’” says the team at IK Multimedia. “TONEX Bass Edition is built from the ground up for the instrument, ensuring the clarity, depth, and feel bassists need both on stage and in the studio.” The TONEX Bass Edition pedals are available now, designed and crafted in Italy. Other IK Multimedia Gear You Might Like If you enjoyed checking out this IK Multimedia pedal, here are more IK Multimedia products worth exploring — all tested and reviewed here on BassGearReviews: – IK Multimedia Tonex Pedal – Amp Modeler + Interface – IK Multimedia Tonex One – Compact Amp Modeler + Interface – IK Multimedia Axe I/O One – Portable Interface – IK Multimedia Axe I/O – Feature Rich Interface