AmpliTube for iPad available, Yngwie Malmsteen en route to Apple Store
By Joseph L. Flatley 
posted July 22nd 2010 4:51PM
posted July 22nd 2010 4:51PM
Just a quick note for all of you virtual amping enthusiasts: IK Multimedia has announced that the AmpliTube is now available for iPad. As you'd expect, it works with your iRig hardware and the UI seems benefit from the extra screen real estate (let's be honest -- twiddling all those knobs and stomp boxes on the iPod Touch was a little bit much for us to take). It comes in two flavors: free (three effects, one amp, one cab, two mics) or $20 (11 effects, five amps and cabs, two mics). Either way it's cheaper than spending $350 for the OS X version. PR after the break.
AmpliTube® for iPad from IK Multimedia Now Available from the iTunes Store
Together with iRig adapter turns the iPad into the ultimate portable multi-touch guitar and bass multi-FX – the future of mobile guitar
July 2010 – IK Multimedia is pleased to announce that AmpliTube® for iPad is now available for download from the iTunes App Store.
Together with the currently available iRig interface adapter, this combination represents the first portable multi-touch tone-modeling solution for guitar and bass players; giving them the chance to play, practice and have fun everywhere with the multi-FX system of the future.
AmpliTube for iPad offers the same selection of 23 amps & effects models from the AmpliTube for iPhone version, clearly visible and accessible by an enhanced interface with all the controls immediately available in one screen. AmpliTube for iPad offers the ability to build a virtual stage rig bigger than what can be found in traditional portable effect processors; the four simultaneous stompbox effects (giving one more than the iPhone version) allows for more sonic creativity and can be combined with an amp-head plus cabinet, and a microphone.
There are up to 5 amp models to choose from (clean, crunch, lead, metal, bass) that offer full tonal and drive controls, 11 stompbox effects (delay, flanger, phaser, overdrive, distortion, filter, wah, fuzz, octaver, chorus and noise filter), 5 cabinets (1x12", 2x12", 4x12" A & B, 1x15") and 2 microphones (dynamic and condenser). All rigs can be easily organized/recalled on the fly with the available 36 presets.
Additional functions like the tuner, metronome and backing track player in the AmpliTube for iPad version app improves guitar practice, performance and playing skills. During play, the tuner remains engaged for tuning at any time without the musician taking their hands from the guitar. The backing-track player with loop-points is also included to allow the import of audio files as backing tracks to play with, plus, the included metronome has the ability to keep the player in time during practice and play-along to increase overall performance skill.
- Real time guitar and bass mobile multi-FX app
- Full rig made by 4 simultaneous stompboxes + amp + cabinet + mic
- 11 Stomps, 5 Amps, 5 Cabinets, 2 Mics available
- Import and play along with songs and backing tracks with real time effects
- 36 presets can be saved/recalled on the fly
- Includes tuner/metronome
- Free and Full versions available
- Free version is expandable with downloadable gear a-la-carte
iRig Plug Interface Adapter
The iRig interface adapter is the easiest way to get your instrument's signal into your iPad with electrical impedance adaption essential for getting the best guitar tone. And not only does the iRig work perfectly with AmpliTube apps, but it is also the perfect companion to any other guitar or other instrument recording, processing or tuning app that uses an audio input signal on the iPad.
Pricing and availability
AmpliTube for iPad is now available in 2 versions from the iTunes App store:
AmpliTube FREE: 3 effects, 1 amp+cabinet, 2 mics.
http://itunes.apple.com/app/amplitube-free-for-ipad/id373743686?mt=8
AmpliTube: 11 effects, 5 amps + cabinets and 2 mics - $19.99/€15.99
http://itunes.apple.com/app/amplitube-for-ipad/id373750924?mt=8
The iRig interface adapter is available through IK Selected Dealers worldwide and from the IK online Store for only $39.99/€29.99 MSRP (exc. VAT).
For more information:
http://www.amplitube.com/irig
Together with iRig adapter turns the iPad into the ultimate portable multi-touch guitar and bass multi-FX – the future of mobile guitar
July 2010 – IK Multimedia is pleased to announce that AmpliTube® for iPad is now available for download from the iTunes App Store.
Together with the currently available iRig interface adapter, this combination represents the first portable multi-touch tone-modeling solution for guitar and bass players; giving them the chance to play, practice and have fun everywhere with the multi-FX system of the future.
AmpliTube for iPad offers the same selection of 23 amps & effects models from the AmpliTube for iPhone version, clearly visible and accessible by an enhanced interface with all the controls immediately available in one screen. AmpliTube for iPad offers the ability to build a virtual stage rig bigger than what can be found in traditional portable effect processors; the four simultaneous stompbox effects (giving one more than the iPhone version) allows for more sonic creativity and can be combined with an amp-head plus cabinet, and a microphone.
There are up to 5 amp models to choose from (clean, crunch, lead, metal, bass) that offer full tonal and drive controls, 11 stompbox effects (delay, flanger, phaser, overdrive, distortion, filter, wah, fuzz, octaver, chorus and noise filter), 5 cabinets (1x12", 2x12", 4x12" A & B, 1x15") and 2 microphones (dynamic and condenser). All rigs can be easily organized/recalled on the fly with the available 36 presets.
Additional functions like the tuner, metronome and backing track player in the AmpliTube for iPad version app improves guitar practice, performance and playing skills. During play, the tuner remains engaged for tuning at any time without the musician taking their hands from the guitar. The backing-track player with loop-points is also included to allow the import of audio files as backing tracks to play with, plus, the included metronome has the ability to keep the player in time during practice and play-along to increase overall performance skill.
- Real time guitar and bass mobile multi-FX app
- Full rig made by 4 simultaneous stompboxes + amp + cabinet + mic
- 11 Stomps, 5 Amps, 5 Cabinets, 2 Mics available
- Import and play along with songs and backing tracks with real time effects
- 36 presets can be saved/recalled on the fly
- Includes tuner/metronome
- Free and Full versions available
- Free version is expandable with downloadable gear a-la-carte
iRig Plug Interface Adapter
The iRig interface adapter is the easiest way to get your instrument's signal into your iPad with electrical impedance adaption essential for getting the best guitar tone. And not only does the iRig work perfectly with AmpliTube apps, but it is also the perfect companion to any other guitar or other instrument recording, processing or tuning app that uses an audio input signal on the iPad.
Pricing and availability
AmpliTube for iPad is now available in 2 versions from the iTunes App store:
AmpliTube FREE: 3 effects, 1 amp+cabinet, 2 mics.
http://itunes.apple.com/app/amplitube-free-for-ipad/id373743686?mt=8
AmpliTube: 11 effects, 5 amps + cabinets and 2 mics - $19.99/€15.99
http://itunes.apple.com/app/amplitube-for-ipad/id373750924?mt=8
The iRig interface adapter is available through IK Selected Dealers worldwide and from the IK online Store for only $39.99/€29.99 MSRP (exc. VAT).
For more information:
http://www.amplitube.com/irig
Really wish I can play an instrument :(
It's just blowing
Just don't step on it like a normal guitar pedal.
Most cases it's not what you play it with but how you play it.
Ok This IRig sucks if you want to buy it... 35 euro in frieght for something that was 29euro?? Ok I live in the southpacific but really 35 euro's for deliver. For that money I would expect Clapton to drop it off!
damn that's super useless.
@ramia as useless as an iBandaid
my new song titled "Please don't rank me down"
Please don't rank me down, cause I'm trying, I'm trying, but i'm just not funny.
Please don't rank me down, I'm trying, to be funny.
@Mr Hett ....Down Ranked Sorry,,,,,,,,
boooo
i have this on my iphone and it's great! the tones are pretty good (but not as good as my real rig).
i think the iphone would benefit from this view for landscape, even though the iphone screen is much smaller than the iPad's. hope it's in an update!
haters, stfu.
@mongchacha Latency dude? Is it ok?
@mongchacha
Thanks for posting this, where did you buy this? Has it been cool to use?
IK has done some really ridiculous shill reviews on Amazon. It is pathetic.
@dan i pre-ordered the iRig adapter from IK's website. i don't work for IK. i'm just an iPhone user who saw value in what this app (and the iRig) can do. it's perfect for when i wanna play or practice but don't want to set up my amp/effects.
But does it go to 11?
@NaJaKwa
Spinal tap references are the best.
Yngwie Malmsteen is the god of guitar.
@maythetechbewithyou
+1 for knowing the awesomeness of Yngwie Malmsteen.
@Knifes Edge
And for you as well for even knowing who he is. Been a fan since 85.
@maythetechbewithyou
Talent without soul is wasted...
@maythetechbewithyou
Unleash the focking fury!!!
@maythetechbewithyou
malmsteen is a wanker, suicmez ftw
@mrqs Suicmez for the fail, Jason Becker would piss all over both of them.
@Knifes Edge Yngwie belongs to the guitar douche bags club, along with Steve vai.
They are way to egotistical.
I just want to say that there should be more Yngwie related posts.
thank you.
This just in: Buckethead also spotted in line.
@Waltah
Nice :) Buckethead is one of my All time favorites. `Been a fan of Engadget for awhilee!! never made an account but your comment made me :p
+1, And I am also a guitarist, will anyone report in on the latency? also the quality of input/output. I know the Ipad isn't the most powerful for this kind of stuff but it would be interesting if it did have some what of a functionality (latency kills apps like these!).
Yes! Yngwie!
Owning an iPad just got that much cooler.
I'll give 'em credit. It's damn clever.
-as long as it's clean, that is.
no you can too release the f@%king fury !!!
now you can too release the f@%king fury !!!
The Great Kat spanks Yngwie everytime
@DariaMorgendorffer
You must be kidding lol.
@DariaMorgendorffer
+1
My Sister-in-Law was so excited abotu the iPad that she bought. Now I see it on the floor where my kids could step on it. She's always on her laptop. I wonder how many people still use the iPad daily.
@Pookiewood Everyone who owns an iPad except your sister-in-law apparently. The iPad is only limited a person's imagination and creativity, you one doesn't have one or the other, then the iPad is useless.
if you are the type that takes your guitar with you when you travel...maybe it would be good as something to use in the hotel room, if not, your just wasting money on a sub par gadget running a sub par software plugin turned app. pseudo poser fail really, at many levels.
MAB FTW !
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hb5QaCfm7bg&feature=related
OK!!!! This is the most awesomest thing on an iPorduct that I have ever seen! This is almost reason enough for me to buy this thing.
Pretty cool practice tool. For live use, tube amps are still where it's at. I use a Line6 PodXT (similar product) for late night practicing and I don't know what I would do without it. For live shows, I have a half stack tube amp though.
@OverDriven
Mesa boogie bass 400+
Tubes. Tubes. Tubes. YUM
Would love to see this on android and my evo
@OverDriven Anyone know when the real McCoy, the Line 6 Rig Remote for iPhone (works with Midi Mobilizer) is coming out? I seem to remember they demoed it (unsuccessfully) at last year's WWDC, generated a lot of excitement, and nothing's been heard ever since.