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Neural Amp Modeler Architecture 2

Introducing Neural Amp Modeler (NAM) Architecture 2 (A2)

The most accurate and best sounding amp modeling technology in history. Open source. Runs on a $3 chip. Available now.

Jun 2, 2026
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Blackstar Launches Free Verified Neural Amp Modeler (NAM) Captures with TONE3000

Blackstar Launches Free Verified Neural Amp Modeler (NAM) Captures with TONE3000

Official Blackstar NAM captures of the Artisan Series, St. James 100, Series One 100 MK II, TV-10 series and more are now free on TONE3000.

May 28, 2026
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Blackstar Beam Mini Powered by TONE3000

Blackstar Beam Mini is Available Now – Powered by TONE3000

The Blackstar Beam Mini is here! Get the world's first amp with native NAM support. Load 200K+ captures via TONE3000 for pro guitar and bass tones anywhere.

May 5, 2026
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Neural Amp Modeler (NAM) Architecture 2

NAM A2 Listening Test: Help Shape the Future of NAM

Participate in the A2 Listening Tests and help shape the future of Neural Amp Modeler. Join the TONE3000 community to evaluate next-gen guitar tone accuracy.

Apr 17, 2026
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Play guitar or bass directly in your browser.

Live Input: Play Through 275K Guitar Tones Online | TONE3000

Plug in your guitar or bass and play through 275K+ guitar tones directly in your browser. Experience live NAM captures with TONE3000’s new live input feature.

Mar 2, 2026
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Running NAM on Embedded Hardware: Guide & Insights | TONE3000

We built a NAM loader for the Electrosmith Daisy Seed: an ARM Cortex-M7 board that's become a popular foundation for DSP-based audio products, from eurorack modules to commercial guitar pedals.

Feb 26, 2026
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Blackstar Beam Mini

Blackstar Beam Mini: NAM-Powered Guitar Amp Unveiled | TONE3000

Today, we’re excited to announce Blackstar’s flagship Beam Mini, the world’s first amplifier to natively support Neural Amp Modeler (NAM) via direct integration with TONE3000.

Jan 22, 2026
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Neural Amp Modeler A2 Architecture Slimmable

Announcing A2: The Next Generation of Neural Amp Modeler

TONE3000 is partnering with the creator of Neural Amp Modeler, Steve Atkinson, to build the future of NAM so it's more efficient, works on more devices, and sounds even better. Launching March 2026.

Jan 20, 2026
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Free Vox Amp Sims: Iconic Guitar Tones on TONE3000 | NAM Captures

Free Vox Amp Sims: Iconic Guitar Tones on TONE3000 | NAM Captures

Get the iconic chime and crunch of Vox guitar amps with free NAM captures on TONE3000. Experience legendary British tones directly in your browser today.

Jan 15, 2026
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