IK Multimedia AmpliTube 5 MAX v2

IK Multimedia AmpliTube 5 MAX v2: The Complete Guitar and Bass Amp Simulator

IK Multimedia AmpliTube 5 MAX v2 is the complete guitar and bass amp simulator that professional guitarists and producers reach for when they need session-ready tones without carrying real amplifiers. Version 5 MAX v2 delivers over 430 gear models across amplifiers, cabinets, stompbox effects, studio effects, microphones, rooms and rack processors. Every classic amp head, every legendary pedal, every studio effect a guitarist reaches for — one plug-in covers it all.

What’s Inside AmpliTube 5 MAX v2

• 430+ gear models: amps, cabinets, stompboxes, studio effects, microphones and rooms
• Signature amp collection: Fender, Mesa/Boogie, Orange, Marshall, Ampeg, Vox and more (official licences)
• Custom Shop: buy individual amps, effects and pedals to expand the base library
• Cab Room: swap cabinets, adjust mic positions, add room ambience with precision
• New v2 additions: expanded amp models, refreshed effects, updated cabinet library
• Speaker Editor Pro: fine-tune speaker character with detailed parameter control
• Preset library: professional starting points across rock, metal, blues, country, jazz
• Standalone and plugin: run outside your DAW for practice or inside sessions for tracking

Who Is It For?

Guitar players who want every classic amp tone without buying real gear. Bass players needing Ampeg SVX bass amp emulation. Producers using amp saturation on synths, drums and vocals for aggressive character. Rock, metal, blues, country and jazz guitarists tracking session-quality tones at home. Anyone whose DAW is missing the amp collection that AmpliTube 5 MAX v2 delivers in one purchase.

System Requirements

• macOS 11 or higher, 64-bit, Apple Silicon native
• Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit)
• Formats: VST3, AU, AAX, Standalone
• 4 GB RAM minimum, 8+ GB recommended for large session use

How Producers Use AmpliTube 5 MAX v2

Rock guitarists dial in Marshall JCM or Mesa/Boogie Rectifier tones for lead and rhythm tracks. Bass players use Ampeg SVX emulations for direct-recorded bass tracks that sound like real bass amps. Country and blues guitarists reach for Fender Tweed and Vox AC30 emulations. Producers apply AmpliTube amp saturation on synth patches for aggressive character that clean synths cannot deliver. Metal producers stack multiple amp models for complex modern metal guitar tones. Home studio guitarists use standalone mode for practice without opening a full DAW. See our audio effects collection for related tools.

Why Buy From VST Vault?

• Instant download: installer link within a minute of payment
• Mac and Windows: both installers included
• Priced in pounds: transparent GBP pricing
• Real support: within six hours by email or WhatsApp
• 3-day refund: if the plugin doesn’t work and we can’t fix it

Frequently Asked Questions

How does AmpliTube 5 MAX v2 compare to Native Instruments Guitar Rig 7 Pro?

Different scale. Guitar Rig 7 Pro has 26 amps and 115 effects. AmpliTube 5 MAX v2 has 430+ gear models including official licences from Fender, Mesa/Boogie, Orange, Marshall and more. Professional guitarists who need the widest gear collection pick AmpliTube. Producers wanting a focused modern amp platform pick Guitar Rig 7 Pro.

What’s new in AmpliTube 5 MAX v2 versus AmpliTube 5?

Version 2 (v2) adds expanded amp models, refreshed effects library, updated cabinet room and additional gear models for the same base MAX platform. Existing AmpliTube 5 MAX owners get v2 as an update. New buyers pick v2 as the current flagship.

Does AmpliTube 5 MAX v2 work on Apple Silicon?

Yes. Native Apple Silicon build. Runs on M1 through M5 Macs without Rosetta.

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