DSM & Humboldt - Simplifier MK-2 II DLX Zero Watt Dual Channel & Reverb Stereo Amplifier, Micro Amp, Mini Amp, Easy-to-Use Analog AMP Simulation with Headphone Output & AUX Slots - 200mA & 9 to 12 V

I stopped lugging amps around years ago. I've used many digital systems (headrush, L6 Neural and others) and found them all unable to perfect the edge of breakup tones that were the lynchpin of my tone and style. I found that using pedalboard amps and running them post fx enabled me to have much more success perfecting my tone, not to mention worrying about vacuum tubes and carrying heavy equipment. I use pedalboard amps to set a base tone, just above edge of breakup, that cleans up with slight volume roll-off and get my OD/DIST with high end pedals. I feed direct to FOH for club gigs and foldback to monitor, and on big stages I take the 2nd XLR output direct to my monitor to have control of my additional guitar monitoring needs. While it would be nice to have the independent level control for that application, it's certainly not a dealbreaker. This utilization works great for me and I've used several different devices to find the perfect fit for base tone. Without question the best I have found to date is the Simplifier MK2. In fact the Quilter Superblock was quite good, but this one is even better, and not just because of its myriad of tonal tweaking options, which are outstanding. It takes my pedals extremely well and the FX loop is very clean, but you can run all fx straight in without any issues. The Fender Bassman has always been an excellent choice, and this box replicates its nuances very well.

This is by far the best investment in a pedal and I own many. It makes every pedal I own work better I use it like I would a good amplifier at the end of my pedal chain. Gives you so much control over everything with its analog amp and cabinet simulation

This amp had potential. From what I read online, it's extremely sensitive to power supplies. The one I purchased sounded excellent, except for noise that just wouldn't go away. Changing power supplies (both were name brand) only reduced the noise. The manufacturer would do well to supply a known, good power supply with this amp. At this price point, you don't expect to deal with noise. It has great potential, though.

This amp simulator is perfect. Sounds pristine, has a small footprint on your pedal board. Great option if you want to leave your amp at home and play direct to a PA. Also great to feed a DAW.

Really, really good tones for all three amp types. Bought the Simplifier Deluxe a while ago, and sold it because there wasn't enough crunch out of the box without dirt pedals on the front. Not at all the case with this one. I've tried a bunch of IR based pre-amps from the likes of Boss, Strymon etc and this one just feels right and sounds killer. If they come out with a Deluxe (i.e. two channel) version of the MK-2 I will buy it.

Call me the Tone King... This is not for the gear geek, who likes lots of presets and settings. This is a simple shape the tone you like and run with it with or without pedals. This is like having three single amps; each that you've found the sweet spot for your guitar and no need to fiddle with it. Perfect for my small space, or if you have an FRFR, or run direct to PA

Sounds and feels excellent, really great amp replacement or amp-in-a-box

Incredibly quick shipping. The product arrived in perfect condition. It's exactly what I was expecting.