IK Multimedia has unveiled the Brown Sound 78/79 Signature Collection for TONEX, an unprecedented deep dive into the iconic tones that redefined rock guitar in the late '70s. This is the first release in a special 3-part Signature Series, recreating the signature sound of one of rock’s most influential guitarists with remarkable detail and authenticity.
Brown Sound Reborn: 50 Authentic Tone Models
The Brown Sound 78/79 Signature Collection features 50 expertly modeled tones, crafted using period-correct gear and extensive research. The goal? To deliver the raw, aggressive, and iconic tone of the artist’s first two legendary albums—down to every nuanced growl, bloom, and scream.
IK Multimedia’s engineers studied confirmed and speculative setups from the era, capturing alternate speaker choices, vintage pedals, voltage adjustments, and even subtle influences like the original Vega wireless system used during the recordings.
The Amp: “The ONE”
At the core of this collection is “The ONE”, a custom Marshall-style amp clone modeled after the infamous 1968 Super Lead #12301, complete with exact circuit mods. It replicates the true DNA of the brown sound, offering vintage aggression and power like no other amp model.
Variac Magic: Voltage-Based Tone Shaping
Using TONEX’s dynamic voltage modeling, IK replicated the exact Variac™-driven tube sag and gain characteristics that define the brown sound. You’ll find:
- '78 models using only two output tubes for that sharp, biting tone
- '79 models with all four tubes, capturing a heavier, punchier feel
- Multiple cabinet and speaker variations, recorded at different voltages to tailor everything from tight and percussive to saggy and spongy
Studio-Grade Captures and Mic Options
Each tone was captured with:
- Classic SM57 mics
- A vintage-style analog console
- Select tones recorded with a U67 for added air and warmth—ideal for layered guitar tracks
"Hot" models are also available, created by driving the mic preamp harder to reproduce the saturated, overdriven edge heard on the original records.
Vintage Pedals, Wireless Magic, and Signal Chain Secrets
The front-end signal includes vintage pedals used on the albums—even when bypassed—to preserve their subtle tonal fingerprints. Some captures also utilize the Vega wireless unit, known for its slight compression and warmth, often cited as a key ingredient in the original brown sound.
Pricing and Availability
The Brown Sound 78/79 Signature Collection is available now via ToneNET and inside any version of TONEX for Mac/PC.
- Introductory price: $/€ 79.99
- Regular price: $/€ 99.99
- Limited-time offer
Whether you're a die-hard fan or just want to explore the groundbreaking tones of early hard rock, this collection brings you closer than ever to the sonic essence of 1978–1979. More Signature Collections are coming soon.
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