# ANALOGyAMP — Retro Guitar Amp Sim AudioUnit

> Retro guitar amp simulator plugin for vintage clean and classic rock tones. (iPhone/iPad app by Rob Jackson.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/analogyamp/id6753659328 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rob Jackson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1072346998)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 13 MB
- Released: 2025-10-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/analogyamp/id6753659328/reviews.md

## What is ANALOGyAMP?

ANALOGyAMP Retro Guitar Amp Sim Plugin (AUv3)

ANALOGyAMP is an audio effect plugin that can run standalone, or in any AU compatible host application such as Logic Pro or GarageBand.

Overview

ANALOGyAMP takes its inspiration from the small, low wattage US all-valve guitar combo amplifiers from the 1960's, still extremely popular today both onstage and in the studio. These amps had a single volume control, a simple bass and treble tonestack, and built-in tremolo and spring reverb. ANALOGyAMP follows the same design, adding an optional 10" or 12" guitar speaker cabinet emulation and a stereo ADT (automatic double tracking) effect.

Typically these amps would start to break-up with the volume control set to around half-way, aka "the sweet spot". At this setting, the amp would be warm and clean(ish) but if you were to "dig in" the amp would start to compress and distort more. Past this point on the volume control, the amp doesn't actually get much louder - you just get more distortion and compression. The character of the distortion also tended to be very raucous and unrefined, coming exclusively from the 6V6 power tubes.

ANALOGyAMP has been designed so that your starting point is "the sweet spot" and you add more gain from there. You can also "channel switch" between two gain settings for a lead and rhythm sound for example. As you crank the gain up on ANALOGyAMP, the tonal character of the distortion shifts into darker / more wooly territory - think 50's "Tweed" type breakup.

Digital modelling of guitar amplifiers has become incredibly forensic over the years, but this comes at a cost - both to your CPU and your pocket! I wanted to take a step back and look at the tonal character of some of my favourite classic tube amps as a whole, rather than individually modelling all the parts, e.g. valve stages, transformers, speakers and microphones, etc. My ultimate aim was to create something a lot less complicated and CPU-friendly, that could take a guitar signal, and produce a pleasing amp-like tone, hopefully reminiscent of the actual amps that inspired me during the design of ANALOGyAMP.

ANALOGyAMP isn't trying to be everything, so it won't do high gain Rock and Metal tones for example, in the same way you can't make a Princeton sound like a Plexi or Triple Rectifier. However, if you're more into vintage clean / edge of breakup, or Classic Rock type sounds, you might like ANALOGyAMP as much as I do! There should be a few demos on YT by now, so please do go check 'em out, and I hope you decide to give ANALOGyAMP a try.

About The UI

Not everyone likes the UIs of my latest (2025) plugins - I get it. However, the simplistic and generic approach allows me to (a) 99% focus on the DSP, sound quality and CPU performance, and (b) significantly reduce the development (and potential maintenance) time, which is reflected in my pricing.


For more info and support please visit:

www.waverley-instruments.com/robjackson

## Key features

- 1960s US all-valve guitar amp emulation
- Standalone and AUv3 compatible
- Built-in tremolo and spring reverb
- Optional speaker cabinet emulation
- Stereo ADT effect
- Channel switching for gain settings

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/analogyamp/id6753659328/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great little Amp Sim.

*2025-10-19*

Really lovely sounding little valve amp in my pocket. Champy, Tweedy, and more. 
I easily get sounds I like out of this app on electric and acoustic guitars. 
Warm. No fuss, and much easier on the CPU of my devices than most Amp Sims.

## Frequently asked questions about ANALOGyAMP

### What kind of guitar tones can ANALOGyAMP produce?

ANALOGyAMP is designed for vintage clean, edge-of-breakup, and classic rock sounds. It emulates the character of 1960s US all-valve guitar combo amplifiers, focusing on warm tones with natural compression and distortion.

### Does ANALOGyAMP work on Mac and iOS devices?

Yes, ANALOGyAMP is supported on Mac, iPhone, and iPad. It can run standalone or within any AU compatible host application like Logic Pro or GarageBand.

### How much does ANALOGyAMP cost?

ANALOGyAMP is a paid application, priced at $2.99. This pricing reflects a focus on DSP and sound quality with reduced development time.

### Is ANALOGyAMP suitable for heavy metal music?

No, ANALOGyAMP is not designed for high-gain Rock and Metal tones. Its focus is on vintage clean and classic rock sounds, similar to how a Princeton amp cannot replicate a Plexi or Triple Rectifier.

### How often is ANALOGyAMP updated?

The latest version, 1.0.6, was released on January 5, 2026. The developer prioritizes DSP and sound quality, with updates focused on maintaining performance and functionality.

### What are the key features of ANALOGyAMP?

Key features include emulation of 1960s US all-valve guitar amps, built-in tremolo and spring reverb, optional speaker cabinet emulation, and stereo ADT effect. It also offers channel switching for different gain settings.

### What is the age rating for ANALOGyAMP?

ANALOGyAMP has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users, with no content restrictions.

### Does ANALOGyAMP have ads?

No, ANALOGyAMP does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application focused on providing a clean user experience without interruptions.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.6 — 2026-01-05

Reverb "trails mode" fixes: Reverb trails should now fade out naturally when the effect is bypassed, instead of being abruptly muted. This also fixes the issue where you could get "ghost" reverb trails ringing out when turning the effect back on.

### 1.0.4 — 2025-10-10

Added a brighter US 12" Cab Sim speaker option.
Added a few new US 12" versions of factory presets.

Updated user guide for info:

Cab Sim - Activates a guitar speaker cabinet simulation. These are simple "cab filters" based on the frequency responses of a popular US Alnico 10", a UK Ceramic 12" and a US Ferrite 12" guitar speaker. The typical tonal character of each Cab Sim setting is as follows:

US 10" - A good all-rounder with tight lows and a smooth top end.
UK 12" - A much darker speaker with extended low end.
US 12" - A brighter speaker with good lows and extra presence.

### 1.0.3 — 2025-10-09

Background Audio wasn't enabled for iOS in standalone mode (fixed)
Added my go-to settings as a preset (um... because I can)

Many thanks for the positive response to ANALOGyAMP so far - it really is much appreciated! -Rob

### 1.0.2 — 2025-10-07

No release notes.

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