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DSM & Humboldt Simplifier MKII Zero Watt Stereo Guitar Amp Cabinet Simulator
DSM & Humboldt Simplifier MKII Zero Watt Stereo Guitar Amp Cabinet Simulator
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SIMPLIFIER MK-II
The state-of-the-art in analog amp simulation
The New Powerhouse of Your Pedalboard
DSM Humboldt Electronic's Simplifier Classic is a huge hit among guitarists so their excitement was no surprise when the Simplifier mk2 was announced. Jam-packed with the same amp, power amp, and cab simulations as well as a bevy of new controls, the Simplifier mk2 brings the same meaty tone to any pedalboard with much less hassle. Three excellent preamps include AC BRIT, American, and MS Brit characteristics without the need of any additional hardware. These particular sounds are best paired with the mk2's dedicated power amp drive, which offers even more fine-tuning with an upgraded power type switch and linear through distortion drive knob. Similarly, the Simplifier's stereo cab sim combines combo, twin, and stack selection with color selection options to deliver independent cab voicings for the left and right channels. Best of all, DSM Humboldt made sure to include adjustable plate reverb to add the perfect amount of room control to your setup for complete authenticity. If you're looking to venture into silent stage rigs or need a lightweight and compact amp, check out the the Simplifier mk2.
A trio of redesigned preamp engines
If you're familiar with the OG Simplifier model, there's no surprises here. The Simplifier mk2 hosts three separate preamp options and a 3-band EQ to ensure top-notch voicing for any scenario.
AC Brit: A sweet, sparkling voicing based on a British icon known for its twinkling cleans and emotive verge-of-breakup grind.
American: Supplies the quacky midrange and chunky bass of black-panel Deluxe. Sweet when clean, roars when pushed.
MS Brit: Packs on the glassy gain and forward character of a Plexiglas-paneled vintage amp stack.
Power amp simulation control
Tonal possibilities on the Simplifier mk2 don't stop at the preamp. An onboard power amp allows you to dial in the perfect amount of compression and stiffness. The power type switch provides reconfigurations to your feedback path, PI gain, and power transformer effect to get the most out of your tube-emulated tone. The helpful clip indicator will also ensure you're kept aware of any clipping issues, making it even easier to find the sound you're looking for without unnecessary noise.
Enhanced stereo cab sim control
The Simplifier mk2's Combo, Twin, and Stack cab simulation controls are an excellent way to add a tight boost to your final sound. The OG Simplifier's MIC position control has been replaced with a Speaker control (Black, Blue, Green) based on the V30 speaker, Blue Alnico speaker, and the G12 Greenback speaker, respectively. Additionally, three separate classic cab types are available in combo, twin, and stack configurations so you're ready to hit any venue with confidence.
Built-in digital reverb
Fans asked, and DSM Humboldt Electronics delivered. A dedicated reverb knob along the Simplifier mk2's return connections provides crisp side-chained digital plate reverb to administer impressive width and a touch of room to your instrument's tone.
Stereo direct amp pass-through
Let's say you want to run direct to the soundboard but still monitor yourself through cabs. Or, maybe you just want to monitor from your pedalboard and mic up cabs from the stage. The DSM & Humboldt Simplifier mk2 is able to pass your stereo effects pedals directly onto your powered stage amps to provide a rich, stereo spread.
Auxiliary input
Practicing along to jam tracks? Monitoring MultiTracks in your in-ears? The Simplifier mk2's auxiliary input lets you live monitor songs from your music library and audio from your DAW while you play, saving the need for a dedicated in-ear system.
DSM Humboldt Electronics Simplifier mk2 Stereo Amplifier Features:
-Compact analog preamplifier with amp simulation
-An upgraded take on DSM Humboldt Electronics’ Simplifier Classic amplifier
-An excellent option for travel, late-night practice sessions, and silent stage rigs
-3 redesigned preamps with enhanced gain options (AC BRIT, American, MS Brit) based on classic amps
-Dedicated power amp drive delivers the perfect mix of compression to achieve realistic tube-style tone
-Monitor your performance with a convenient clip indicator
-Master control section provides improved presence and resonance parameters and a volume knob
-Onboard side-chained digital plate reverb adds room sound to your output
-Improved stereo cab simulator includes three speaker-based profiles: Black (V30 Speaker), Blue (Blue Alnico Speaker), Green (G12 Greenback Speaker)
-Heavy-duty all-aluminum enclosure with all metal switches survives the test of time
-Built-in headphone amp for silent practice and/or pedalboard monitoring
Tech Specs
Pedal Type: Modeling Preamp
Analog/Digital: Analog
EQ: 3-band EQ, Presence, Resonance
Amp Modeling: 3 x Amps, 3 x Cabinets, 3 x Power Amps
Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (instrument), 2 x 1/4" (return L/mono, R), 1 x 1/8" (aux in)
Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (L/thru, R/sum mono), 2 x XLR, 1 x 1/4" (send)
Headphones: 1 x 1/8"
Power Source: 9V DC power supply (sold separately)
Power Usage: 150mA
Height: 1.8"
Width: 2.7"
Depth: 4.7"
Weight: 0.8 lbs.
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Headphone amp specs:
Power: 135mW into 32 Ohms.
* Use with 16, 32, 64 and 96 Ohm Headphones.
* Loss of power can occur with higher impedance headphones.
Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging and no signs of use or a 15%-25% restocking fee will be held. Buyer assumes responsibility for all return shipping costs unless the item was not received as described. Any and all inquiries of receiving an item "in a different condition than described" needs to be addressed immediately upon receival of item in question.
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I'm lucky, in that I have two really great amps—a TopHat Club Royale and an Allen Encore—that have consistently sounded about as nice as I've heard ANY amps sound. Note that I play "clean to edge of breakup" for the most part.
Even better, my neighbors will often compliment my playing, and since my guitar studio is a corner room, what I play indoors doesn't stay there. So, I typically don't worry too much about bothering anybody. That said, a few years ago I got an Iridium for late at night, and also to have fun with different cab sounds. And, it sounds pretty good to me. But, there's a very slight delay, that still manages to remove a bit of the immediacy between what I play and what I hear.
The Simplifier is instant. It also sounds really good. When I have it set to all the "fender" settings, it is absolutely recognizable as a blackface (though you can get it into some blonde too)—although if I compare it to playing through the Encore, it's maybe 90% there.
The control layout is simple, and fairly obvious. I really like what switching the cabinets does—this is not a change that I can accomplish either on my amps (without having different cabinets) or through any of my pedals, it's that combination of damping, dynamics, and frequency response—that again, is not fully accurate, but is absolutely recognizable.
Until you get to the right side of the preamp knob, the unit is very quiet. As you push the preamp knob beyond noon, it does start to have some circuit hiss (but so do any of my pedals and amps).
I was initially disappointed in the sound, when I tried listening through some decent quality (hifiman) ear buds—I knew the unit wouldn't [plower up my big headphones (which are notoriously hard to drive), so I brought my balanced headphone amp into the studio, and used the balanced outs from the Simplified into the amp. I've been blown away by how great this sounds. Again—there is more of almost everything when played through the Encore or Club Royale—but there's something almost addictive about how art sounds through good headphones. I also tried it into my Focal powered monitors, and again, it's pretty damn impressive.
The one change I'd like is if the control for the reverb (which is very nice sounding plate) was changed; I tend to never get it up above about 8 O'clock and would like more defined control over that lower range.
This thing is awesome! Great addition to my pedal board and no needed to carry an amp anymore
I get up early and everyone else sleeps late, recording a tube amp at volume during this time would get me in trouble. Now with the Simplifier MKII I can lay down some juicy guitar and no one is the wiser.
Good deal on a surprisingly great product. The Simplifier MK II really feels like an amp. Its does the 3 basic food groups: Vox, Fender and Marshall very well and takes every pedal I've thrown at it like a champ. Perfect for those recording sessions where they hafta go direct, just bring it and your pedalboard and you're good to go with no latency cuz its analog. Finally something's better than the sterile digital stuff.
