ToneStack GO vs AmpStamp
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ToneStack GO
This app offers a vast collection of virtual amplifiers and effects for signal processing. It features advanced modeling technology and a versatile interface, allowing users to create complex signal chains and record music.
- Virtual Circuit amp & FX modeling
- Extensive collection of amps, cabs, and FX
- Versatile signal chain with 64 simultaneous units
- ABY unit for signal splitting and routing
- 8-track recorder with pitch/time shift
- MIDI learn and preset management
- Inter-App Audio and Audiobus support
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ToneStack GO is the ultimate UNIVERSAL app for signal processing: with the LARGEST and BEST selection of AMPS & FX, the latest advancements in modeling technology, and an unbelievably powerful yet simple interface – it simply shreds all the other guys. Right away, enjoy a classic amp & cab, and 7 meticulously designed FX. Expand to a total of 46 amps, 44 cabs, and 101 FX – the largest collection on iOS. Thanks to ToneStack GO's state-of-the-art “Virtual Circuit” technology, each ToneStack GO unit is the digital mirror image of a real analog topology. Unlike other FX apps that try to copycat with EQing and other gimmicks, ToneStack GO recreates the intricate designs of the real thing. The result is a warm, responsive tone with the natural behavior you find in analog units. Amazing Selection of Pro Amps & FX ToneStack GO offers a huge range of amps, cabs & FX: from sparkly clean to sizzling hot bias tube amps, iconic stompboxes, pro-grade rack units, and high-end reverbs, ToneStack GO the most complete plugin suite on the iOS. ToneStack GO also brings many powerful guitar FX to the iOS for the first time: polyphonic octaver, harmonizer, realistic spring reverbs, virtual-reel tape delays are just a few examples. The Most Versatile Signal Chain on iOS Why be limited with just 4 or 8 FX that other guys max you out at? ToneStack GO lets you run a whopping 64 amps & effects simultaneously* so you can let your imagination run wild. For even more power, ToneStack GO includes our unique ABY unit. Split your signal anywhere: run dual amp setups, switch or blend FX chains, or multiplex your signal via frequency splitting – countless permutations, all up to you. You can match any amp with any cab (all cabs have 3 mics with distance & position settings); you can insert any unit anywhere – even between amps and cabs like a true FX loop. Managing your signal chain is as easy as dragging and dropping an icon! inSTUDIO & Other Goodies Wanna quickly jam out an idea, or cut a song and share it? ToneStack offers a powerful 8-Track recorder —first 2 tracks free— with plenty of friendly features. Fire up the built-in Tapedeck to quickly record an idea; create loops, or manipulate audio with its Hi-Q pitch/time shift. Share audio via email, WiFi, iTunes or copy/paste. Built-in tuner, metronome, special onSTAGE mode are just a few other amazing ToneStack features. All the Pro Features of iOS Enjoy the full power of the platform’s top MIDI and Preset systems. MIDI learn is super-intuitive thanks to ToneStack GO's interface: all the amp & FX controls are MIDI-programmable. Effortlessly create UNLIMITED banks and presets – share them at the touch of a button. ToneStack GO is an Inter-App Audio effect, and works in any Audiobus slot. Highlights • “Virtual Circuit” amp & FX modeling technology • Units modeled after real-life circuits • ABY: split signal anywhere, use dual amp setups, blend, pan or switch FX chains • Complete collection: 46 amps, 44 cabs, 101 FX, with stompboxes & rack-units • 64 simultaneous amps & FX* • Independent amps & cabs • 3 mics per cab w/ distance & position setting • 8-Track recorder w/ 2 tracks free • Tapedeck w/ punch looping, sample-accurate rec, pitch/time manipulation, FX send • Tuner w/ permanent & fullscreen modes • Metronome, tap tempo, settable time signature • BPM sync mods & LFOs • Extremely powerful MIDI: control any amp or FX parameter • Easy MIDI Learn • MIDI prog changes + bank & preset up/down • Audiobus: input, FX, output, state-saving Hardware • Works with iOS compatible USB or headphone jack interfaces (USB recommended for best audio quality) • Requires iPad 2, iPhone 4S, iPod Touch 5 or newer Visit us at www.yonac.com * Device CPU limitations apply
AmpStamp
This app recreates vintage guitar tones with models of classic amps, effects, and cabinets. Customize your sound, save presets, and use MIDI controllers for hands-free operation. Expand your sonic palette with individual purchases or an all-access subscription.
- Vintage amplifier modeling
- Classic effects and cabinet simulations
- Customizable sound presets
- MIDI controller support
- In-app Gear Shop
- All-access subscription option
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AmpStamp is a best-in-class audio processing tool for Mac, iPad & iPhone, built on true component models of vintage amplifiers and effects, with a deep library of speaker cabinets and reverbs. These are real circuit models, not captured snapshots frozen at a single setting—turn any knob and the whole amp responds the way the original hardware would. Our goal is to recreate guitar tones heard on classic albums—dial them in exactly, then push past what the hardware allowed or what was even possible at the time of recording. --- VINTAGE GEAR DONE RIGHT The mobile revolution for guitar is just beginning and we are in the process of building a definitive catalogue of the most desirable tones based on accurate models of vintage amplifiers and effects, all at your finger tips. Not only can you play along with your favorite records, you can sound exactly like them too. DRAG, DROP, ROCK We design simple interfaces that refocus energy on playing something cool. There’s no need to fumble with mic selection or placement, each amplifier has been tuned to sound exactly like the records that employed them. CONSTANTLY EVOLVING AND GETTING BETTER With an inexpensive subscription, you gain complete access to all of our products including future releases. It’s the best way to take full advantage of our technology as the application becomes more valuable over time. We’re continuing to track down great pieces of vintage gear so you’re going to want to be plugged in and ready. The history of rock n’ roll sound is at your fingertips. --- FEATURES - Universal App available on Mac, iPad & iPhone - Run as Standalone or Audio Unit (AUv3) App Extension - High-resolution audio—support for 44.1/48/96/192kHz sampling rates - Stereo output with Ambience effects - MIDI support for hands-free control - Sidechain input for select effects - Cabinet Drive for select effects - Free TU101 Strobe Tuner now available, ±0.1 cent typical accuracy - NEW Transformer Saturation for select amps If you choose to subscribe either monthly or yearly, payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your subscription may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Account Settings after purchase. Terms Of Use: https://themusicologygroup.com/ampstamp/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://themusicologygroup.com/privacy/
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Verdict
ToneStack GO and AmpStamp both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 76% of ToneStack GO's written reviews are positive against 55% of AmpStamp's. ToneStack GO also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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
Both are free to download. ToneStack GO sells 21 one-off in-app purchases and AmpStamp sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for ToneStack GO against 4.4 for AmpStamp. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 48 and 32 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 76% of ToneStack GO's written reviews are positive against 55% of AmpStamp's.
ToneStack GO ships an update every 2 months, AmpStamp every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ToneStack GO | AmpStamp |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (48 ratings) | 4.4 (32 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 76.4% of reviews — better | 54.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 48 — better | 32 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 206 MB | 289 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Yonac Inc. | The Musicology Group, Inc. |
Customer experience
ToneStack GO
AmpStamp
In-app purchases
ToneStack GO
- OctaveMaker$1.99
- OverPass$2.99
- Rotary: Opti-Vibe$2.99
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- Big Be-Verb DLX$2.99
- Shimmer Reverb$2.99
- Bass Oct$2.99
- Lester R147a$3.99
- The '59$3.99
- inSTUDIO 8 Track$4.99
- Dual Harmony$4.99
- PolyOCT$5.99
- Metal Bundle$9.99
- Boutique 1$9.99
- Acoustic Bundle$9.99
- British Invasion Bundle$9.99
- Starter Bundle$9.99
- Expansion v.2.0$19.99
- Expansion v.3.0 Bundle$19.99
- Motherload v.1.0$59.99
- Motherload v.2.0 GO$94.99
- Motherland v.3.0 GO Bundle$94.99
AmpStamp
- AmpStamp14 Days trial$4.991 Month
- AmpStamp14 Days trial$49.991 Year
- WH100 WahFree
- OD101 Overdrive$1.99
- EQ100 Treble Boost$1.99
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- CH102 Chorus$1.99
- EQ106 Six Band Equalizer$1.99
- FZ102 Fuzz$1.99
- DS101A Distortion$2.99
- VG402C Amplifier$3.99
- VG205E Amplifier$3.99
- VG402B Amplifier$3.99
- EC101C Echo$3.99
- VG302E Amplifier$3.99
- VG207A Amplifier$3.99
- AMB400 Plate Reverb$3.99
- VG 2X12C 30W '67 Cabinet$3.99
- VG 2X12C 100W '68 Cabinet$4.99
- VG 2X12PB 100W '66 Cabinet$4.99
- VG802C Amplifier$4.99
- VG408D Amplifier$4.99
- AmpStamp$14.99






