Comparison

NAM A2 Player vs RigShot

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

Head to head
About

NAM A2 Player

Transform your mobile device into a powerful AI-driven guitar effects processor. Load custom amplifier and pedal models, add cabinet impulse responses, and shape your sound with a variety of effects. Save and recall presets, and use it directly within your favorite digital audio workstation.

Highlights
  • AI-powered guitar rig
  • AUv3 support for DAWs
  • Load custom amp and pedal models
  • Cabinet Impulse Response (IR) loader
  • Built-in effects (modulation, delay, reverb)
  • Noise gate and EQ
  • Preset saving and MIDI control
  • Integrated tuner
Features
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NAM A2 Player turns your iPhone or iPad into a complete AI-powered guitar rig, with full AUv3 support. Load your favorite NAM and NAM A2 amplifier or pedal models, add cabinet impulse responses, shape your sound and save complete rigs as presets. Use it as AUv3 in your favorite DAW, add your favorites FXs in standalone version. FEATURES • AUv3 Effect Hosting & AUv3 Audio Effect • NAM A1 and NAM A2 model support with Audio Calibration • NAM A2 submodel selection and metadata • Noise gate with smooth release and AUv3 Audio Effect Hosting • Dedicated Wah & Pedal / Comp modules with AUv3 Audio Effect Hosting • Dedicated NAM amplifier module • Cabinet IR loader with Single and Dual modes, A/B blending, independent levels, Low Cut and High Cut filters and adjustable alignment delay • 10-band graphic EQ • Modulation, delay & reverb effects and AUv3 Audio Effect Hosting, with tails controls and Time-Based FX Dots • Boost and lead controls • Input, output - with peak indicators & precision mode -, CPU and latency meters • 5 presets from Komposition101 • MIDI in standalone and AUv3 versions and MIDI learn in standalone version • User presets with MIDI control in standalone version • Quick Access Libraries with up to 100 captures or IRs in each of three separate Pedal, NAM and IR libraries • Built-in tuner with output mute • Built-in metronome with 1–400 BPM, Tap Tempo, adjustable volume and beat accent • Adjustable audio buffer size • Integrated AI assistant with intelligent tone search • Quick access to TONE3000 • Verified for Mac with Apple silicon Connect a compatible audio interface, load your models and build your dream guitar tone - all inside one app, for free! NAM A2 Player is available for iPhone & iPad and verified for MacOS.

About

RigShot

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Built for guitarists, this all-in-one app combines tone shaping with amp simulations and effects, practice tools, and performance video recording. Tone processing runs directly on your iPhone, so there’s no need to carry heavy gear. Play with the sound you want, anytime, anywhere. KEY FEATURES • Four amp types, ranging from Clean to High Gain • 13 effects for flexible tone shaping • IR-based cabinet simulation • Record performance videos with your processed guitar tone • Import and play audio files as backing tracks • Drum machine and metronome • Guitar tuner • Save and recall presets BASIC MODE AND FULL MODE Basic Mode is free to use. Some amps, effects, and other features require Full Mode. Full Mode is available through an auto-renewable subscription. You can also unlock Full Mode for a limited time by choosing to watch a rewarded ad. An iPhone-compatible audio interface is required to connect an electric guitar directly to your iPhone. Features and included content may change in future updates. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://rigshot.app/privacy/

Screenshots

NAM A2 Player4 screens
RigShot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NAM A2 Player at none against RigShot's 1. NAM A2 Player also leads on ads (none vs shown). RigShot's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 9 days). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. RigShot sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. NAM A2 Player asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NAM A2 Player ships an update every 9 days, RigShot every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
NAM A2 Player versus RigShot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNAM A2 PlayerRigShot
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMiltos MakrisRyo Izumoto

In-app purchases

None

NAM A2 Player

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

RigShot

Subscriptions1
  • RigShot Full Monthly$2.991 Month

Questions

Is NAM A2 Player free?
NAM A2 Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RigShot free?
RigShot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NAM A2 Player or RigShot have ads?
RigShot shows ads; NAM A2 Player does not.
Which is updated more often, NAM A2 Player or RigShot?
NAM A2 Player ships an update every 9 days, and RigShot every 3 days. Most recently, NAM A2 Player was updated on October 31, 2026 and RigShot on November 6, 2026.

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