List of amp simulations
This is a list of the amps the Axe-Fx simulates, plus the description in the manual, suggestions for cabinets and additional notes.
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Axe-Fx name | Amp simulated |
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TUBE PRE | = Generic Tube Preamp
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JAZZ | = Roland JC-120 Jazz Chorus
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BROWNFACE | = Fender Vibroverb
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59 BASSGUY (formerly: BLUES) | = Fender Bassman
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DELUXE VERB (formerly: TWEED) | = Fender Deluxe Reverb Model AB763
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DOUBLE VERB (formerly: BLACKFACE) | = Fender Twin
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CLASS A | = Vox AC30
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TOP BOOST | = Vox AC30TB (TopBoost)
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PLEXI 1 | = Marshall '1959'
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BRIT 800 | = Marshall JCM800 2204
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BRIT 900 | = Marshall JCM900
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BROWN | = Eddie van Halen's modded Marshall
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BOUTIQUE 1 | = Matchless Chieftain
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BOUTIQUE 2 | = Matchless Chieftain w/ Booster
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HIPOWER 1 | = Hiwatt 'Normal' Channel
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HIPOWER 2 | = Hiwatt 'Brilliant' Channel
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USA CLEAN | = MKIV and Triaxis Clean
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USA RHY1 | = MKIV Crunch
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USA RHY2 | = Triaxis LD1 Green
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USA LEAD | = MKIV Lead
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USA LEAD 2 | = Triaxis LD2 Yellow
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RECTO Orange | = Mesa Dual Rectifier (version 1)
Manual: not described. Cabinet: Recto1, Recto2
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RECTO Red | = Triaxis LD1 Red w/"recto mod". The power amp portion is identical to Recto1
Manual: not described. Cabinet: Recto1, Recto2
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SOLO 100 | = Soldano SLO-100
Manual: based on a high-gain hot-rod with a chrome chassis, this amp is noted for its snarling lead sound. Also great for aggressive rhythm work, this type “chugs” nicely without getting muddy. Pair it with one of the 4x12 cabinet simulations for modern rock tones. Cabinet: one of the 4x12 V30s
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SPEC. OD 1 | = Dumble Overdrive Special Clean
Manual: based on a coveted but rare lead head that was made famous by Larry Carlton and others. Another amp with a very strange tone-stack, this amp has a singing voice and is great for modern blues/fusion work. This is the clean channel. Cabinet: 2x12 Custom
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SPEC. OD 2 | = Dumble Overdrive Special Lead
Manual: the overdrive channel of the above. Cabinet: 2x12 Custom
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EURO 1 | = 20th Anniversary Bogner Ecstasy Blue Channel
Manual: based on a German high-gain amp, these amps pay homage to the British amps but with lots more gain and more high-frequency emphasis. This type simulates the overdrive channel with the boost and “structure” switches off. Cabinet: German
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EURO 2 | = 20th Anniversary Bogner Ecstasy Red Channel
Manual: as above but with the boost and structure switches on. This one has lots of gain and plenty of low-end chunk along with a crispy top-end. Great for modern metal. Cabinet: German
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UK GC30 | = Laney GC30V
Manual: based on a great British amp introduced in the 90’s this amp is a strange marriage of a USA style pre-distortion tone-stack, British voicing and a Class A power amp. Best for blues and lower-gain rock leads, has nice sustain qualities. Can get muddy at high drive levels, decrease the bass to compensate. Cabinet: ?
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BUTTERY | = Loosely based on a Budda Twinmaster
Manual: based on an 18-watt amp that gained notoriety during the late 90’s this type is a low- gain amp that relies mostly on power amplifier distortion. Try a drive in front for smooth lead sounds. Cabinet: ?
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METAL | = FAS Custom Model
Manual: a custom type similar to a British type but with more gain for more grind. This simulation features quite a bit of high-frequency emphasis along with a modified British tone-stack. Capable of searing rhythm and lead tones. Cabinet: 4x12 75w
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BIG HAIR | = FAS Custom Model
Manual: spandex, studded wrist bands, pyrotechnics and your Axe-Fx are all you'll need to relive the 80's metal scene. This custom type has a unique voicing and tone-stack that emphasizes mid frequencies without getting muddy. Now plug in and shred! Cabinet: ?
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HELLBEAST | = FAS Custom Model
Manual: a radical custom type with an unconventional tone-stack. Cabinet: 4x12 75w
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SUPERTWEED | = FAS Custom Model
Manual: like a vintage Tweed amplifier on steroids. Cabinet: 1x12 Tweed, 2x12 Tweed
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FUSION | = FAS Custom Model
Manual: a smooth, thick tone good for fusion/blues solo work. Cabinet: 2x12 Custom
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FAS CLEAN | = FAS Custom Model
Manual: combines the best features of the Blackface and the USA Clean into a hybrid clean tone that’s great for a variety of uses. Cabinet: 2x12 Black
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FAS CRUNCH | = FAS Custom Model
Manual: a hybrid British/USA crunch sound. Cabinet: ?
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FAS LEAD 1 | = FAS Custom Model
Manual: a neutral high gain lead with a tight midrange. Cabinet: ?
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FAS LEAD 2 | = FAS Custom Model
Manual: more gain and more sizzle. Cabinet: ?
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FAS MODERN | = FAS Custom Model
Manual: a high gain hybrid tone that’s equally suited to modern rhythm and lead work. Cabinet: ?
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JR BLUES | = Fender Blues Jr.
Manual: based on a modern all-tube combo amp with two EL84 output tubes and a single 12” speaker. This amplifier has become an instant classic because of its gutsy tone at manageable volumes. Cabinet: Blues
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BRIT PRE | = Marshall JMP-1 preamp. The power amp is from the JCM 800
Manual: based on a rack-mount preamplifier version of the Brit 900. The preamp gained notoriety for its crunchy tone and was made popular by ZZ Top. Cabinet: n/a
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ENERGYBALL | = ENGL Powerball Lead Channel
Manual: based on a very high-gain German amplifier. Lots of bass, great for aggressive, drop-tuned riff work. Cabinet: 4x12 Metal
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RECTO NEW | = Mesa Dual Rectifier with an extra "cap" in it which gives it more sizzle
Manual: based on the modern version of the Recto 1 and Recto 2 amps. Some minor circuit changes made this version slightly more aggressive than the originals. Cabinet: Recto1, Recto2 |
HAD ODS 1 | = Dumble Overdrive Special
Manual: based on a very rare amp used by the likes of Larry Carlton and Robben Ford. Cabinet: 2x12 Custom
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WRECKER 1 | = Trainwreck Amp
Manual: based on another very rare and expensive amp designed by Ken Fischer. Cabinet: ?
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BRIT JM45 | = Marshall JTM-45
Manual: based on a legendary British Blues amplifier. This amp was actually a copy of the American “bass” amp that many guitar players were using but with different output tubes and transformer. Made famous by Eric Clapton and others. Cabinet: ?
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DAS METALL | = Diezel VH4
Manual: based on a high-gain, boutique German amplifier famous for its aggressive sound. Cabinet: 4x12 Metal
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PLEXI 2 | = Similar to Plexi 1 but with a different “bright cap” value and different transformer model. Lower gain and more “vintage” sounding
Manual: see above. Cabinet: 4x12 20w
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SV BASS | = Ampeg SVT
Manual: based on a popular tube bass amp. Cabinet: 4x10 Alum, 8x10 Bass, 1x15 Bass
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CA3+ RHY | = Custom Audio Electronics 3+ SE preamp, channel # 2 (crunch)
Manual: based on a boutique rackmount preamp made by Bob Bradshaw. This models Channel 2. Cabinet: n/a
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CA3+ LD | = Custom Audio Electronics 3+ SE preamp, channel # 3 (lead)
Manual: based on a boutique rackmount preamp made by Bob Bradshaw. This models Channel 3. Cabinet: n/a
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Eggie R20 | = Egnater Rebel 20
Manual: based on a popular “rebellious” 20W amplifier head. Cabinet: ?
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USA IIC+ 1 | = Mesa Boogie MkII Lead Pull Bright off
Manual: based on an early model of the USA type famous for its smooth overdrive sound. This model is with the pull bright off. Cabinet: Cali, Recto1, Recto2 |
USA IIC+ 2 | = Mesa Boogie MkII Lead Pull Bright on
Manual: based on an early model of the USA type famous for its smooth overdrive sound. This model is with the pull bright on. Cabinet: Cali, Recto1, Recto2 |
Fryer D60L | = VHT Deliverance 60 Less switched
Manual: based on Fryette Amplification D60 in the “Less” mode. Cabinet: one that comes close to a 2x12 or 4x12 with Eminence 50w speakers
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Fryer D60M | = VHT Deliverance 60 More switched
Manual: based on Fryette Amplification D60 in the “More” mode. Cabinet: one that comes close to a 2x12 or 4x12 with Eminence 50w speakers
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Mr. Z 38 SR | = Dr. Z Maz 38 SR
Manual: based on a boutique amp popular with country and roots players. Cabinet: a 2x12 with V30's |
Euro Uber | = Bogner Ubershall
Manual: based on a high-gain German amplifier. Cabinet: 4x12 German. Or simulate the Ubercab by using a stereo cab, the 4x12 German and the 4x12 T75
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PVH 5105 | = Peavey 5150
Manual: based on a popular amplifier designed with the help of EVH. Cabinet: 4x12 20w, 4x12 25w, 4x12 Green
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Solo X99 Clean | = Soldano X99 Clean Channel
Manual: famous rack preamp. Cabinet: n/a
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Solo X99 Rhythm | = Soldano X99 Rhythm Channel
Manual: famous rack preamp. Cabinet: n/a
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Solo X99 Lead | = Soldano X99 Lead Channel
Manual: famous rack preamp. Cabinet: n/a
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Corncob R100 | = Cornford RK100
Manual: based on a boutique British amplifier. Cabinet: one of the 4x12 V30s
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CarollAnn OD2r | = Carol-Ann OD2r
Manual: no description. Cabinet: Whatever comes close to a 1x12 Celestion 80 or 2x12 Celestion Lead 80
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