The most compact 4‑channel guitar amp plugin in the world! Okay, we can’t say that for sure—so let us know if you find something smaller ;-)
When we asked ourselves what effect to add next to our playful, popular “ToneKnob” series (studio‑quality effects with ultra‑simple control—just one cleverly designed knob driving every parameter), the idea of a guitar amp was instant! At Audified, we’ve been emulating guitar amps for years—whether in heavyweight plugins like Amplion or RockStack—and now we’re returning to that world bit by bit.
But ToneKnob isn’t a successor or a rival to those sophisticated, pro‑grade emulations. It’s their contrast. We designed it for our own needs: quick, practical tools for demos, home practice, or on‑the‑go tracking. High‑quality, versatile tones available in a single turn. Little did we know how challenging it would be to pack a full 4‑channel amp—with top‑tier sound and specs—into such a tiny, inherently limited plugin.
Want a warm, round clean channel for jazz or love‑songs? No problem. Or a brilliant, chimey Strat tone that sparkles? Just turn the knob. Crave that classic tube feel or dynamic touch‑response? Sure thing. We even pushed it into rock and metal territory—so from this deceptively simple effect you can coax serious distortion for riffs and solos, even if hi‑gain isn’t its primary mission.
TinyAmp walkthrough by Martin Linda
Four channels - really!
TinyAmp truly offers four independent channels. The knob’s sweep is divided into equal quarters, each representing one channel. And to help you find your way, a colored light ring indicates which channel you’re on.
White: Clean Amp
This channel is more than just a basic, boring clean sound. Tuned for maximum compatibility across guitars and pickups, It starts thick, bassy, and rounded—perfect for humbuckers and mellower styles.
As you turn through the first quarter, the tone brightens (signaled by intensified ring light) and an adaptive EQ brings you to crystalline chime, with a touch of tube‑style saturation. Single‑coil magic shines here – Strat players, you will enjoy this one!
Tip: Hit the Room button to add natural ambience and air to the clean channel. You’ll love it.
Blue: Hot and Blues
Into the second quarter, things get snappier—like kicking on an overdrive pedal. Ideal for weighty blues riffs or crunchy rock chords, it still retains your guitar’s character but with saturation through and through
Keep turning through the second quarter and the grit builds gradually – never harsh, always responsive. It’s that sweet spot where dynamics still matter, letting you dig in for growl. Great for tones that need attitude without going over the top – rock, punk or grunge
Tip: Roll back your guitar’s volume knob slightly for cleaner articulation without losing warmth
Yellow: Crunch
Nail every rock or heavy‑metal classic with this channel – endless power‑chord chugs, roaring riffs or searing solos.
As you move deeper into the third quarter, the gain thickens and the mids come alive, delivering that unmistakable Marshall-style bark. It’s tight, punchy, and gloriously saturated. There’s just enough sag to feel alive under your fingers, but never at the expense of articulation. This channel responds like a real amp, giving you the control that makes it feel alive.
Tip: Try tightening up the low end with a TS-style overdrive pedal in front
Red: Lead
The hottest distortion for the brave. Step into the sonic battlefield where raw power meets razor-edge precision.
Although TinyAmp isn’t a dedicated hi‑gain monster, we engineered this zone so hard‑rock and metalheads can hapily chug away. This channel isn’t just about volume – it’s about commanding presence, turning every riff into a statement and every solo into a blazing firestorm. Ready to create a wall of sound? With this channel, you certainly can – and you should.
Tip: Keep your picking tight and precise, so every note hits like a hammer strike.
That’s the general map of the knob’s sweep—giving you the freedom to explore and dial in exactly the sound you want. Whether you’re chasing vintage warmth, gritty crunch, or searing distortion, each channel blends seamlessly across styles and genres. There are no hard rules here—feel free to experiment, mix, and match settings to create your own unique tone.
Additional options
While the whole ToneKnob ethos is “one knob, one mission,” we know guitar tone is deeply personal. So under the service‑wrench icon in the top toolbar you’ll find:
- ROOM: A studio‑style ambience simulator. We dialed in just the right decay and size—long enough to feel spacious, not so long that it muddies your playing.
- Tuner: What is a compact guitar plugin without a tuner? Precision tuning from 430–450 Hz (default 440 Hz) via arrow keys.
- Calibration: Think of it as your gain control. Adjust overall saturation if the main knob’s distortion feels too weak or too strong. Left for less, right for more.
- EQ: A simple tilt EQ for quick tonal shaping—bass boost/treble cut on the left, or bass cut/treble boost on the right. Although illustrated as a straight line, it actually blends multiple curves optimized for guitar.
- Cab Simulation: A great amp needs a great cabinet. TinyAmp comes with one IR‑captured guitar cab by default. Prefer your own IRs? Just bypass the built-in cab and insert your favorite IR loader after TinyAmp.
Who Needs TinyAmp - and why?
As mentioned upfront, TinyAmp isn’t here to replace full amp rigs or monster emulators. It’s built for other scenarios:
- Need to send your band a quick demo? TinyAmp’s got you.
- Stuck in a hotel and want a variety of amp tones plus room ambience and cab sims—all in one twist? Plug in TinyAmp and play.
- Got a sudden creative spark and must record it before you lose it? Run your guitar through TinyAmp and capture the moment without fiddling through complex menus.
Unite the ToneKnobs—Get Every Sound You Want
ToneKnob TinyAmp pairs perfectly with other ToneKnobs.
Compress the clean channel? Link it to ToneKnob Compressor.
Crave extra vintage tube saturation? Add ToneKnob Saturator.
Modulation—chorus, phaser, flanger? ToneKnob TriMod has you covered.
Delay and ambient shimmer? Meet ToneKnob Stargazer.
Studio‑quality effects with intuitive one‑knob control at an unbeatable price. Also available in bundles
