Comparison

PREAMP LIVE vs IR Loader

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

PREAMP LIVE

Control and edit your PREAMP LIVE device wirelessly via Bluetooth. Customize MIDI mappings, change preamp models, and fine-tune cabinet and power amp simulations. Access deep editing of parameters for a personalized sound experience.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • MIDI mapping programming
  • Preamp model selection
  • Deep cab sim editing
  • Power amp modeling
  • Parameter settings editing
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This is the official PREAMP LIVE App for ios. Connect your PREAMP LIVE to your mobile device via Bluetooth to access extra features anytime, anywhere. This app allows you to: • Program MIDI MAPPING • Change preamp models • Gain access to deep editing of cab sims and power amp modelling • Edit your parameter settings To use the MOOER STUDIO software with PREAMP LIVE 1. Power on your PREAMP LIVE and put it into bypass mode (footswitches 1 +3) 2. Open MOOER STUDIO on your mobile device 3. Ensure your mobile devices bluetooth is turned on and discoverable 4. Select “OPTION” on the STUDIO software 5. Open the “DEVICE” menu and select your PREAMP LIVE from the Bluetooth devices

About

IR Loader

Load and shape your cabinet impulse responses with integrated EQ, compression, and a bass enhancer. This tool supports multiple IRs simultaneously and offers a power amplifier model for detailed tone control.

Highlights
  • Load multiple cabinet IR files
  • 6-band parametric equalizer
  • Custom console-style compressor
  • Bass Enhancer for low-end shaping
  • Class AB push-pull EL34 tube amplifier model
  • Standalone, AUv3, and IAA support
Features
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The Nembrini Audio IR Loader is an innovative and comprehensive impulse response loader designed to load your favorite cabinet IRs. The IR Loader allows you to load a single IR and shape your tone using integrated processing tools, including a 6-band parametric equalizer and a custom console-style compressor. The Bass Enhancer makes the Nembrini Audio IR Loader an ideal tool for managing and shaping both guitar and bass cabinet IRs. The integrated browser lets you quickly navigate your IR library and load impulse responses without interrupting your workflow. POWER AMPLIFIER Power amplifier modeled after a Class AB push-pull EL34 tube amplifier, featuring three selectable negative feedback modes. COMPRESSION Custom-designed console compressor with a sidechain high-pass filter. BASS ENHANCER Bass Enhancer inspired by the Little Labs Voice Of God* design, delivering focused low-end weight. Provides more than 24 dB of low-frequency boost. Frequencies below the selected threshold are attenuated to keep the enhanced low end tight and controlled. EQUALIZER 6-band parametric equalizer with real-time spectrum analyzer. Delivers precise and detailed control for cabinet tone shaping. Works as a standalone application, AudioUnit v3 effect, or Inter-App Audio effect.

Screenshots

PREAMP LIVE3 screens
IR Loader3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PREAMP LIVE at Free against IR Loader's $7.99. PREAMP LIVE also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15). IR Loader's advantage is rating (4.1 vs 3.0) and review sentiment (50% vs 33%). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

PREAMP LIVE is free to download; IR Loader costs $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

IR Loader holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of PREAMP LIVE's written reviews are positive against 50% of IR Loader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PREAMP LIVE ships an update weekly, IR Loader every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 3, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
PREAMP LIVE versus IR Loader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPREAMP LIVEIR Loader
PriceFree — better$7.99
Rating3.0 (3 ratings)4.1 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings39 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen MOOER Audio Co., LtdNembrini Audio

Customer experience

PREAMP LIVE

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral22.2%
Negative44.4%

IR Loader

All ratings9 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

PREAMP LIVE

No in-app purchases

None

IR Loader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PREAMP LIVE free?
PREAMP LIVE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IR Loader free?
IR Loader costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PREAMP LIVE or IR Loader?
IR Loader is rated higher. PREAMP LIVE averages 3.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while IR Loader averages 4.1 from 9 ratings.
Do PREAMP LIVE or IR Loader have ads?
Neither PREAMP LIVE nor IR Loader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PREAMP LIVE or IR Loader?
PREAMP LIVE ships an update weekly, and IR Loader every 5 weeks. Most recently, PREAMP LIVE was updated on June 3, 2026 and IR Loader on September 23, 2026.

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