IK Multimedia releases Boutique Overdrives, a Signature Collection for TONEX that offers instant access to four essential overdrive pedals curated to work over a broad range of styles, including blues, grunge, metal and more. It features 50 Tone Models using AI Machine Modeling™ based on a JHS Morning Glory V4, Catalinbread Tribute, Westminster Effects 1689 V2 and EarthQuaker Devices Life Pedal.

Sold separately, Boutique Overdrives is included with TONEX Pedal and TONEX ONE for a limited time, letting users experience smooth analog warmth and character from each Tone Model in the studio or on stage. All four pedals were captured using various settings, giving access to a broad spectrum of overdriven sounds — from subtle clean boosts to blooming edge of breakup — all crafted to push an amp into sonic heaven in new and exciting ways.

A New Level of Tone-shaping

Overdrive pedals are more than just a staple in the guitar world — they’re the secret weapon behind countless legendary tones. They’ve become an essential bridge between a guitar and an amplifier, transforming how the amp responds and elevating one’s tone. These Tone Models retain the organic feel and responsiveness of the original pedals and pair seamlessly with amps and other pedals.

Perfect for live performance with TONEX Pedal or TONEX ONE or studio work with AmpliTube 5 and TONEX Mac/PC, the Boutique Overdrives collection delivers essential tones that add dynamic, responsive overdrive, depth, character and versatility to any rig.

Superb Captures of Renowned Designs

JHS Morning Glory V4 (15 Tone Models)

The JHS Morning Glory V4 has earned its place as one of the market’s most respected transparent overdrive pedals. Its ability to maintain the natural character of a guitar and amp while adding dynamic overdrive makes it a favorite for players who want an organic, uncolored boost. For this collection, multiple settings from the Morning Glory were captured, including its signature low-gain, edge-of-breakup sounds, perfect for blues, indie and classic rock tones. The transparent character of these Tone Models will quickly make them “always-on” favorite overdrives for stacking or opening up the sound of an amp.

Catalinbread Tribute (10 Tone Models)

The Catalinbread Tribute was also captured using various settings, from boosted cleans to crunchy tones, providing additional low-mid-grunt for fat chords and leads. Known for its versatility, this pedal can produce everything from smooth, transparent overdrives to more aggressive, harmonically rich sounds. It’s perfect for players seeking a responsive drive to clean up or push the amp. Tone Models capture every nuance of this pedal, allowing users to seamlessly blend vintage tone with modern drive characteristics in their rig.

Westminster Effects 1689 V2 (15 Tone Models)

The Westminster Effects 1689 V2 builds on the classic Ibanez Tube Screamer, delivering bold, unapologetic overdrive. Refined for the modern player, it offers tones ranging from gritty breakup to aggressive saturation. Various settings were captured using its built-in clean blend to enhance headroom, yielding cleaner, punchier tones ideal for tightening high-gain tones. The 1689’s symmetrical and asymmetrical clipping modes were also modeled. Users can switch between dynamic, harmonically complex tones in asymmetrical mode and smoother, more balanced distortion in symmetrical mode.

EQD Life Pedal (10 Tone Models)

The EarthQuaker Devices Life Pedal blends crushing fuzz and overdrive, designed to push the boundaries of heavy and experimental music. Created in collaboration with the band Sunn O))), it’s renowned for producing massive, earth-shaking tones that redefine the sound. Ten distinct settings from the Life Pedal were captured, offering a wide range of sonic destruction perfect for doom, stoner rock and experimental soundscapes. These Tone Models provide a full spectrum of possibilities, from thick, sludgy chords to intense, focused leads, adding exciting complexity to the player’s tone.

Instant Access

Signature Collections can be browsed and purchased via ToneNET, IK’s online tone-sharing and social platform, or within any TONEX Mac/PC version, including the free TONEX CS. After purchase, Signature Collections become activated inside TONEX software by selecting “Restore Purchases” in the Account panel, which instantly downloads all collection Tone Models to the user’s local library ready to play.

For AmpliTube Too

Signature Collection Tone Models work seamlessly inside AmpliTube 5. The TONEX amplifier and pedal gear models function like other AmpliTube amps and pedals. They can be used together to build custom signal chains and saved as presets for easy recall. Combining TONEX Boutique Overdrives and AmpliTube 5 lets users experiment and create their signature dream tones.

Pricing and Availability

Boutique Overdrives Signature Collection is available now to purchase via ToneNET and within any version of TONEX for Mac/PC for $/€69.99.* To coincide with the release, IK is offering special TONEX pedal/collection bundles. From September 3 through November 5, 2024, new purchases of TONEX ONE will include Boutique Overdrives, while TONEX Pedal will come with Boutique Overdrives and ODS Legends.

*All pricing excluding taxes.

For more information about Boutique Overdrives Signature Collection and to hear the tones, visit:

www.ikmultimedia.com/tonex-boutique-overdrives