IK Multimedia TONEX Board Guitar & Bass Processor

TONEX Board combines IK Multimedia's award-winning AI Machine Modelling technology with over 70 AmpliTube-derived effects in one pro-level floor processor for guitar and bass. It captures the sound, feel and response of real amplifiers, cabinets and pedals, while giving you the flexibility to build complete rigs for recording, rehearsal and the stage.

Your all-in-one tone hub

With dual signal paths, versatile routing, premium connectivity and a 5-inch high-resolution colour touchscreen, the IK Multimedia TONEX Board is designed to become the centrepiece of your setup. From capturing your own gear to organising tones and taking them from software to the stage, the connected TONEX ecosystem keeps every part of your rig working together. Full integration with TONEX software, TONEX Editor and ToneNET also puts more than 65,000 Tone Models and presets at your fingertips!

Unlimited sounds at your feet

Built around TONEX's cutting-edge AI-powered tone modelling tech, TONEX Board gives you access to an enormous library of authentic amp and cab sounds, alongside a huge collection of true-to-life stompbox and studio-grade effects. With up to 12 effect slots per preset and the ability to create sophisticated stereo, parallel and dual-amp rigs, every stage of your signal chain can be tailored to suit your sound. Whether you're recreating the character of a prized vintage amp or building modern, high-gain tones from the ground up, TONEX Board delivers the flexibility to make it your own.

Ready for anything

From home recording sessions to demanding live performances, TONEX Board is made to adapt to the way you play. Its powerful processing, flexible hardware integration and intuitive Preset, Scene and Stomp modes make it easy to move between environments without compromising your tone. Add a stereo FX loop, MIDI connectivity, dual expression pedal inputs and professional balanced XLR outputs, and you've got a do-it-all floorboard that's ready for just about any musical situation.

Tonex Board firmware 1.1.0

Players can now build complete TONEX Board Rigs directly in software, share them through ToneNET and take the exact same sound to TONEX Board for recording, rehearsal and the stage. Firmware 1.1.0 also expands TONEX Board with USB audio, USB MIDI and a broad range of performance and quality-of-life enhancements. All this, plus:

• More responsive control: Enhanced touchscreen responsiveness.
• Optimized performance: Reduced CPU load for CPU-intensive models, with improved audio bypass behavior during Scene changes.
• Expanded Scene control: Input, Output, Split and Mix parameters are now assignable to scenes.
• Global Preset Spillover bypass: New settings preference controls spillover behavior between compatible presets.
• Faster workflow: Double-tap bypass for gear in the signal chain and Sync On as the default for time-based effects.
• Faster Tuner access: Access the Tuner from the Settings panel or in Scene Mode by holding the active Scene switch.
• Safe Mode: Press and hold the HOME button to lock all functions for mission-critical live situations.

TONEX 2 Player update

TONEX 2 Player version 2.1 introduces TONEX Rig, an optional paid add-on that brings the complete TONEX Board rig-building experience to software. Powered by the TONEX Board Engine, it supports a flexible 12-block signal chain, dual paths, Split and Mix routing, stereo operation and up to four Tone Models in a single preset.

TONEX Rig includes 76 studio-quality effects at launch, derived from the acclaimed AmpliTube collection and built for complete guitar and bass rig creation. Players can create, share, discover and download complete TONEX Board Rigs through ToneNET, then transfer the exact same rig to TONEX Board for recording, rehearsal and live performance.

New features include:

• One complete rig, from studio to stage: Build detailed guitar and bass rigs in TONEX 2 Player, then take the exact same preset to TONEX Board for rehearsal, recording and live performance.
• 76 studio-quality effects: Shape sounds with drives, fuzz, dynamics, modulation, pitch, EQ, filters, delays, reverbs and utility effects derived from AmpliTube.
• More effects, no extra cost: New effects are planned for as early as late October, with further additions to follow at no additional cost for TONEX Rig owners.
• Complete rig control: Use a flexible 12-block signal chain, dual paths, Split and Mix routing, stereo operation and up to four Tone Models per preset.
• Share complete rigs: Use TONEX Rig to create, share, discover and download complete TONEX Board Rigs through ToneNET.
• A better TONEX Board experience: Firmware 1.1.0 adds USB audio, USB MIDI, improved touchscreen responsiveness, Scene control enhancements, new effects at no additional cost and more.

• Award-winning AI Machine Modelling tech: Delivers the sound, feel and response of legendary amps, cabinets and pedals with incredible hyper-realism, powered by AI.
• Immense processing power: Use up to four simultaneous Tone Models per preset across two independent signal paths (one Amp and Stomp per path). Plus, explore and load more than 65,000 Tone Models via ToneNET.
• 70+ built-in effects: Derived from AmpliTube and custom-designed processors, with even more coming in future firmware updates.
• Versatile internal routing: Use up to 12 effect slots per chain with flexible split-and-mix routing. You can also create advanced stereo, dual-amp, parallel and wet/dry rig configurations.
• Stores over 1,400 presets: Organised into 12 setlists featuring 60 banks each, with three presets per bank.
• Custom IR Loader module: Import your favourite impulse responses (IRs) and dial in your perfect speaker cab sound using IK's VIR (Volumetric Impulse Response) technology.
• Intuitive design: A large 5-inch high-resolution colour touchscreen and five encoders allow for quick and easy parameter adjustments on the fly.
• Flexible workflow: TONEX Board features Preset, Scene and Stomp modes for versatile control in live performance situations.
• Killer connectivity: Dual independent stereo outputs (XLR and TRS) let you route cabinet and non-cabinet signals to separate outputs. Plus, there’s 4-cable method support and MIDI I/O, with two expression pedal inputs letting you control virtually any parameter, expand controls and create multi-parameter macros.
• Movable stereo FX loop: Integrate your favourite external pedals, including stereo effects, and place them anywhere in the signal chain. It can even operate as two independent mono loops for added flexibility.
• 4-in/2-out USB audio interface: Record directly into your computer without needing an external interface, complete with configurable routing and direct monitoring.
• Plug in two instruments: Two parallel Amp, Cab and FX signal paths can be assigned to independent inputs and outputs, allowing two different instruments to use dedicated processing chains simultaneously.

Audio & performance

• Preset Capacity: Store up to 1,400 presets across 12 setlists (60 banks with 3 presets per bank)
• Processing Power: Up to 4 simultaneous Tone Models per preset (1 Amp and 1 Stomp per path) and up to 12 effect slots per chain
• Built-in Effects & IRs: 70+ built-in effects (derived from AmpliTube and custom-designed processors), a Custom IR Loader module and VIR (Volumetric Impulse Response) technology
• Audio Converters: Ultra-low noise, 24-bit/192 kHz converters
• Frequency Response: 5 Hz–24 kHz
• Dynamic Range: Up to 123 dB dynamic range
• USB Audio Interface: Integrated 4-in / 2-out USB audio interface functionality with direct monitoring

Hardware & interface

• Display: 5-inch high-resolution colour touchscreen
• Controls: 5 encoders for on-the-fly parameter adjustments and 4 footswitches with LED indicators
• Workflow Modes: 3 flexible modes (Preset Mode, Scene Mode and Stomp Mode)

Connectivity

• Input: Stereo input (accommodates guitar, bass, keyboards, synths, grooveboxes, etc.)
• Main Outputs: Dual independent stereo outputs (2 x XLR balanced for 1/L & 2/R, 2 x TRS for 3/L & 4/R) to route cabinet and non-cabinet signals separately.
• FX Loop: Stereo FX loop (1 x stereo send/return or 2 x independent mono send/return) placeable anywhere in the signal chain
• Headphone Output: Yes
• MIDI: Full MIDI implementation via 5-pin DIN MIDI In/Out
• External Control: 2 x expression pedal / EXT Control inputs
• USB: USB-C connection for presets/tone models transfer, firmware updates and audio interface

Size & weight

• Dimensions: 235 x 184 x 72 mm / 9.25 x 7.24 x 2.83 inches
• Weight: 6 kg / 3.52 lbs

Package contents:

• TONEX Board
• USB-C connection cable
• Power supply unit
• Adhesive rubber feet

Included software:

• TONEX 2.0 MAX
• AmpliTube 5 MAX
• TONEX Board Editor
• TONEX Modeler