Best Guitar Amp Sim Plugins

1. 01
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   Neural DSP Archetype: Nolly X

   Neural DSP Archetype: Nolly X is Adam 'Nolly' Getgood's multi-amp guitar suite for high-gain, modern metal, and versatile rock tones with full cab and FX chain.

   DeveloperNeural DSP
   Price€159
   Read the full review →Official site
2. 02
   8.8Great
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   Line 6 Helix Native

   Line 6 Helix Native is the desktop plugin version of Helix amp and effects modeling, bringing HX block routing and model libraries into any major DAW.

   DeveloperLine 6
   Price$399
   Read the full review →Official site
3. 03
   8.8Great
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   Neural DSP Archetype: Gojira X

   Neural DSP Archetype: Gojira X is Joe Duplantier's guitar suite with multi-amp paths, pitch tools, and modern metal production features for clean-to-crush tones.

   DeveloperNeural DSP
   Price€154
   Read the full review →Official site
4. 04
   8.8Great
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   TONE3000 Plugin

   TONE3000 is a free, open-source Neural Amp Modeler plugin and standalone app with in-app access to 700,000+ amp and pedal captures, chains, stereo and EQ.

   DeveloperTONE3000
   PriceFree
   Read the full review →Official site
5. 05
   8.8Great
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   UA Paradise Guitar Studio

   A UAD Native plug-in that combines 11 modeled tube guitar amps with cabinets, mics, and studio effects for recording guitar.

   DeveloperUniversal Audio
   Price$199
   Read the full review →Check price at Plugin Boutique
6. 06
   8.7Great
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   Neural DSP Fortin Nameless Suite X

   Neural DSP Fortin Nameless Suite X models Fortin's legendary high-gain Nameless amplifier platform for precise, brutal modern metal rhythm and lead tones.

   DeveloperNeural DSP
   Price€119
   Read the full review →Official site
7. 07
   8.2Great
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   AmpliTube 5

   AmpliTube 5 is IK Multimedia's guitar and bass amp/effects modeling software for recording and live use, available as plugin and standalone.

   DeveloperIK Multimedia
   Price$99.99
   Read the full review →Check price at Plugin Boutique
8. 08
   8.0Great
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   Positive Grid BIAS FX 2

   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.

   DeveloperPositive Grid
   Price$99+
   Read the full review →Official site
9. 09
   7.4Good
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   Guitar Rig 7

   Guitar Rig 7 Pro is a multi-effects rack and amp simulator with machine-learning circuit modeling and an intuitive interface.

   DeveloperNative Instruments
   Price€199.00
   Read the full review →Check price at Plugin Boutique
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    Aethis

    Aethis is a $34.99 neural guitar amp sim with three heads, dual cabs, ten pedals, a 9-band EQ, and a four-voice smart harmonizer. 14-day trial, no subscription.

    DeveloperAethisDSP
    Price$34.99
    Read the full review →Official site
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    Blue Cat Free Amp 2.0

    Blue Cat Free Amp 2.0 is a free guitar and bass amp plugin with four models rebuilt on Destructor V2, built in reverb, and custom IR loading.

    DeveloperBlue Cat Audio
    PriceFree
    Read the full review →Official site
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    TONEX 2 Player

    TONEX 2 Player is IK Multimedia's free capture-based amp and tone modeler, with a rebuilt browser, Smart Search and 60,000-plus free ToneNET captures.

    DeveloperIK Multimedia
    PriceFree (paid TONEX editions and TONEX Rig available)
    Read the full review →Check price at Best Service

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