8.2Great
AmpliTube 5 is IK Multimedia's guitar and bass amp/effects modeling software for recording and live use, available as plugin and standalone.
Plugin comparison
AmpliTube 5 vs Positive Grid BIAS FX 2
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which effect to buy.
Independent score / workflow fit / buying signal
Contenders
The side-by-side
8.0Great
Positive Grid BIAS FX 2 is a guitar amp and effects platform with large preset ecosystems, multi-path rigs, and Standard/Professional tiers for recording and practice.
Score verdict
Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, AmpliTube 5 comes out ahead (8.2). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Technical matrix
Specs compared
| Signal | AmpliTube 5 | Positive Grid BIAS FX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.99 | $99+ |
| Dubspot Score | 8.2 | 8.0 |
| Formats | VST 3, Audio Units (AU, Mac), AAX, Standalone | VST3, AU, AAX, standalone |
| Gear models (full AmpliTube 5) | 183 models | — |
| Gear models (AmpliTube 5 MAX) | 435 models (111 STOMP, 111 AMP, 106 CAB, 33 SPEAKER, 18 MIC, 48 RACK, 8 ROOM) | — |
| Platform support | macOS 10.15+ (M1/Intel) and Windows 10 64-bit or newer | — |
| RAM required | 8 GB | — |
| Disk space | 3 GB | — |
| Type | — | Guitar amp & multi-effects platform |
| Editions | — | Standard and Professional tiers (plus bundle options) |
| Typical pricing | — | From about $99 Standard; Professional often around $199 (confirm live) |
| Formats | — | VST3, AU, AAX, standalone |
| Platforms | — | macOS and Windows |
| Official site | — | positivegrid.com |
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