IK Multimedia Metal Gems Signature Collection

Timeless Jewels of Brutal Tone
Metal Gems is an exclusive collection for TONEX of 100 high-gain Tone Models. Meticulously captured to deliver both classic and contemporary metal tones, this collection gives you instant access to 4 legendary amps based on: a Peavey® 5150, Diezel Herbert, Soldano SLO-100 and a Bogner Überschall.

The very essence of these high-gain jewels was captured in glorious high-definition using IK's cutting-edge AI Machine Modeling Technology in conjunction with a sonically perfect environment to produce incredible results that you can own today.

Collection Overview

100 Tone Models based on legendary high-gain amps
A Premium Tone Model collection for use across the entire TONEX ecosystem
Compatible with all TONEX versions including the free TONEX CS and TONEX App
Captured at a professional studio with ideal acoustics and the perfect gear
Created using cutting-edge AI Machine Modeling™ technology with advanced training
All Tone Models can easily be loaded to TONEX Pedal and used for live performance

Diezel Herbert
The Diezel Herbert is a 180-watt fire breather that can go from dynamic cleans to ultra-tight distortion. These 30 Tone Models deliver that Diezel signature definition and tightness perfect for modern and classic metal tones. The collection includes all 3 distinctly voiced channels captured through a variety of cabs, mics and outboard gear.

30 Tone Models: 25 with cab, 5 without

Captured using:

Cab 1: Marshall JCM800
Cab 2: Johnson 4x12
Cab 3: Marshall 1960 A
Mic 1: SM 57
Mic 2: AKG C451B
Mic 3: MD 421
Outboard gear: API 512C, Neve 1073, Urei 530, Sutera Quadrapre
Speakers: EVM12L, Celestion G12M25, V30, G12-80, G12H100, G12-65 T3054, G12-65 T3120, G12M25 T4437, G12T75

Bogner Überschall
The Bogner Überschall is a renowned high-gain guitar amp, prized for its all-tube distortion and clear string separation. These 25 Tone Models deliver searing lead and rhythm tones with tight and powerful bass. The Überschall is popular among players of extended-range and drop-tuned guitars, akin to those used by bands like Korn, Tool, Slipknot and Smashing Pumpkins. The collection includes both clean and high-gain Tone Models and features several stomps to tighten and drive the amp into brutal territory.

25 Tone Models: 20 with cab, 5 without

Captured using:

Cab 1: Marshall JCM800 4x12
Cab 2: Johnson 4x12
Cab 3: Marshall 1960 A 4x12
Mic 1: SM 57
Mic 2: AKG C451B
Outboard gear: Neve 1073, Urei 530, Chandler Germanium, Sutera Quadrapre
Stomps: Ibanez TS9, ProCo Rat, Klon Centaur
Speakers: Celestion G12M25, EVM12L, V30, G12T75, G12-50GL

Soldano SLO-100
The SLO-100 redefined high-gain amplification in 1987. When it was introduced by Mike Soldano it was one of the first amp heads to feature powerful harmonics and impeccable gain, sustain and responsiveness. These 25 Tone Models features clean, drive and high-gain tones with several using a TS-9 and Furman PQ-3, captured with a variety of settings, speakers and other outboard gear to achieve a wide range of tones for hard rock to modern metal.

25 Tone Models: 20 with cab, 5 without

Captured using:

Cab 1: Marshall JCM800 4x12
Cab 2: Johnson 4x12
Cab 3: Marshall 1960 A
Cab 4: MESA/Boogie 2x12
Cab: Marshall Lead 4x12
Mic 1: SM 57
Mic 2: AKG C451B
Outboard gear: Neve 1073, Urei 530, Chandler Germanium, Sutera Quadrapre
Stomps: Furman PQ-3, Ibanez TS9
Speakers: EVM12L, Celestion G12 Creamback, V30, G12T75, G12-50GL, G12-65 T3054, G12-65 T3120, G12T75, JBL D120F, G12-50GL, G12M25 T4437, G12M25 T1220

Peavey 5150 Block Letter
The Peavey 5150 is one of the most iconic high-gain amps in history and instantly recognizable on any stage. Renowned for its bloom and juicy harmonic saturation, the amp was quickly adopted by many top metal guitar players. These 20 Tone Models feature a variety of captures including some with stomps and with 6 different cabs to deliver a wide range of skull-crushing, gig-ready tones

20 Tone Models: 15 with cab, 5 without

Captured using:

Cab 1: Marshall JCM800 4x12
Cab 2: Johnson 4x12
Cab 3: Marshall 1960 A
Cab 4: Mesa Recto STD 4x12
Cab 5: Marshall Lead 4x12
Cab 6: Orange PPC412
Mic 1: SM 57
Mic 2: MD 421
Mic 3: Royer 121
Outboard gear: Neve 1081
Stomps: Boss SD-1; Fortin Blade, Marshall Shredmaster, Ibanez TS808
Speakers: Celestion Greenback, G12T-75, G12-80, V30

Join the allegiance today
Metal Gems is a unique opportunity to save precious time and instantly own the metal tones missing in your collection. All 100 Tone Models will sound amazing no matter which version of TONEX you use, including our free version TONEX CS and of course TONEX Pedal.