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AmpKit 2.0.3 (Mac OS X): How to Turn Your Mac into a Guitar Amp and Effects Studio


AmpKit 2.0.3 (Mac OS X): A Powerful Guitar Amp and Effects Studio for Your Mac




Introduction




If you are a guitar player who loves to experiment with different tones, effects, and recording options, you might be interested in AmpKit, a software that transforms your Mac into a powerful guitar amp and effects studio.




AmpKit 2.0.3 (Mac OS X)



AmpKit is a software that simulates various guitar amps, cabinets, pedals, effects, mics, and recording features on your Mac computer, allowing you to create, tweak, record, and share your guitar sounds with ease and flexibility.


In this article, we will review the latest version of AmpKit for Mac, AmpKit 2.0.3, which was released in October 2014 and includes several new features and improvements that make it even more versatile, realistic, and user-friendly than before.


We will cover the main features and benefits of AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac, such as:



  • The number and quality of amps, cabinets, pedals, effects, mics, and recording options available in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac



  • The new setlist feature that allows you to group your setups and switch between them with a single click



  • The new MIDI feature that allows you to control AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac with your external MIDI devices



We will also show you how to get AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac and what are the system requirements for running it smoothly on your Mac.


By the end of this article, you will have a clear idea of what AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac can do for you and your guitar playing, and how to use it to create amazing guitar sounds on your Mac.


So, let's get started!


AmpKit 2.0.3 (Mac OS X) Features and Benefits




AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac is a software that provides you with a wide range of guitar amps, cabinets, pedals, effects, mics, and recording features that you can use to create, tweak, record, and share your guitar sounds on your Mac.


Here are some of the main features and benefits of AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac:


Amps and Cabinets




One of the most important aspects of any guitar sound is the amp and cabinet combination that you use to shape your tone.


AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac gives you access to over 30 amps and 30 cabinets that cover a wide range of styles, genres, and eras of guitar playing.


Some of the amps and cabinets included in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac are:



  • Fender '65 Twin Reverb: A classic clean amp with lush reverb and vibrato effects.



  • Marshall JCM800 2203: A legendary rock amp with high gain and punchy midrange.



  • Vox AC30TB: A British icon with chimey cleans and crunchy overdrive.



  • Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier: A modern metal monster with tight distortion and massive low end.



  • Orange AD30: A vintage-inspired amp with warm and dynamic tones.



  • Peavey 6505: A high-gain amp with aggressive and cutting distortion.



  • Bogner Uberschall: A boutique amp with extreme gain and clarity.



  • Ampeg SVT-VR: A powerful bass amp with rich and deep sound.



  • Aguilar DB750: A modern bass amp with punchy and articulate sound.



  • And many more!



You can also mix and match different amps and cabinets to create your own unique combinations.


To customize your amp and cabinet settings in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac, you can use the Amp Controls Panel, which lets you adjust parameters such as gain, volume, EQ, presence, reverb, master, etc.


You can also use the Cabinet Controls Panel, which lets you adjust parameters such as cabinet size, speaker type, mic position, mic distance, etc.


You can access these panels by clicking on the Amp/Cab Edit Button on the top right corner of the AmpKit window.


Pedals and Effects




Another important aspect of any guitar sound is the pedals and effects that you use to enhance or modify your tone.


AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac gives you access to over 40 pedals and effects that cover a wide range of types, such as distortion, overdrive, fuzz, compression, modulation, delay, reverb, wah, pitch shift, filter, noise gate, etc.


Some of the pedals and effects included in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac are:



  • Ibanez TS808 Tube Screamer: A classic overdrive pedal with smooth and warm sound.



  • Dunlop Cry Baby Wah Wah: A classic wah pedal with expressive and funky sound.



  • B Boss DS-1 Distortion: A classic distortion pedal with crunchy and powerful sound.



  • Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi: A classic fuzz pedal with thick and creamy sound.



  • MXR Phase 90: A classic phaser pedal with smooth and swirling sound.



  • Electro-Harmonix Electric Mistress: A classic flanger pedal with jet-like and metallic sound.



  • Boss CE-2 Chorus: A classic chorus pedal with lush and spacious sound.



  • Boss DD-3 Digital Delay: A classic delay pedal with clear and versatile sound.



  • TC Electronic Hall of Fame Reverb: A modern reverb pedal with realistic and ambient sound.



  • DigiTech Whammy: A modern pitch shifter pedal with expressive and creative sound.



  • And many more!



You can also combine different pedals and effects to create your own unique sounds.


To create your own pedalboard and chain effects in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac, you can use the Pedalboard Panel, which lets you add, remove, reorder, and adjust pedals and effects on your signal chain.


You can access this panel by clicking on the Pedalboard Edit Button on the top right corner of the AmpKit window.


Mics and Recording




A final important aspect of any guitar sound is the mic and recording setup that you use to capture your tone.


AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac gives you access to over 20 mics that cover a wide range of models, such as dynamic, condenser, ribbon, etc.


Some of the mics included in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac are:



  • Shure SM57: A classic dynamic mic with balanced and versatile sound.



  • Royer R-121: A classic ribbon mic with warm and smooth sound.



  • Neumann U87: A classic condenser mic with clear and detailed sound.



  • Sennheiser MD 421-II: A modern dynamic mic with punchy and bright sound.



  • Audix i5: A modern dynamic mic with tight and focused sound.



  • Audix D6: A modern dynamic mic with deep and powerful sound.



  • Blue Bluebird: A modern condenser mic with crisp and airy sound.



  • RØDE NT1-A: A modern condenser mic with smooth and natural sound.



  • And many more!



You can also adjust the mic position and distance to change the tone and ambience of your sound.


To record your guitar tracks and export them in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac, you can use the Recording Panel, which lets you start, stop, play, loop, overdub, mix, and export your recordings in various formats, such as WAV, AIFF, MP3, etc.


You can access this panel by clicking on the Recording Button on the bottom left corner of the AmpKit window.


Setlists and MIDI




AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac also introduces two new features that make it even more convenient and flexible to use: setlists and MIDI.


Setlists




A setlist is a group of setups that you can create, edit, and switch between with a single click in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac.


A setup is a combination of amp, cabinet, pedals, effects, mic, and recording settings that you can save and recall in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac.


You can use setlists to organize your setups by genre, song, gig, mood, or any other criteria that you like.


To create, edit, and switch between setlists in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac, you can use the Setlist Panel, which lets you add, remove, rename, reorder, duplicate, import, export, share, and switch between setlists in Amp Kit 2.0.3 for Mac.


You can access this panel by clicking on the Setlist Button on the top left corner of the AmpKit window.


You can also share your setlists with other users or devices in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac, by using the Share Button on the Setlist Panel. You can share your setlists via email, AirDrop, Dropbox, or iTunes File Sharing.


MIDI




MIDI is a protocol that allows you to connect and control your external MIDI devices, such as footswitches, pedals, controllers, keyboards, etc., with AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac.


You can use MIDI to control various functions and parameters in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac, such as switching between setups or setlists, adjusting amp or pedal settings, starting or stopping recording, etc.


To connect, map, and control your external MIDI devices in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac, you can use the MIDI Panel, which lets you select, configure, assign, and test your MIDI devices in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac.


You can access this panel by clicking on the MIDI Button on the top right corner of the AmpKit window.


You can also access over 350 AmpKit functions with your MIDI devices in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac, by using the MIDI Function List, which shows you all the available functions and their corresponding MIDI commands in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac.


You can access this list by clicking on the MIDI Function List Button on the MIDI Panel.


Conclusion




AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac is a powerful guitar amp and effects studio for your Mac that lets you create, tweak, record, and share your guitar sounds with ease and flexibility.


It offers you over 30 amps and 30 cabinets, over 40 pedals and effects, over 20 mics, and various recording features that cover a wide range of styles, genres, and eras of guitar playing.


It also introduces two new features that make it even more convenient and flexible to use: setlists and MIDI.


Setlists allow you to group your setups and switch between them with a single click in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac.


MIDI allows you to control AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac with your external MIDI devices.


If you are looking for a software that can transform your Mac into a powerful guitar amp and effects studio, you should definitely check out AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac.


You can download a free trial version of AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac from the official website: https://www.agilepartners.com/ampkitmac/


If you like it, you can buy the full version of AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac from the Mac App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ampkit/id467939313?mt=12


The full version of AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac costs $49.99 USD and includes all the amps, cabinets, pedals, effects, mics, and recording features available in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac.


Thank you for reading this article and we hope you found it useful and informative.


If you have any questions or comments about AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac, please feel free to leave them below.


FAQs




Here are some of the frequently asked questions about AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac and their answers:



  • Q: Can I use AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac with my real guitar amp or cabinet?



  • A: Yes, you can use AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac with your real guitar amp or cabinet by using an audio interface that supports direct input (DI) or speaker output (SO) connections.



  • Q: Can I use AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac with my iOS device?



  • A: Yes, you can use AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac with your iOS device by using an audio interface that supports USB or Lightning connections.



  • A: Yes, you can sync your setups and setlists between AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac and your iOS device by using iCloud or Dropbox.



  • Q: Can I use AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac with other music software?



  • A: Yes, you can use AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac with other music software by using the Audio Unit (AU) or Virtual Studio Technology (VST) plugins that are included in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac.



  • Q: Can I use AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac with other instruments?



  • A: Yes, you can use AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac with other instruments, such as bass, keyboard, vocals, etc., by adjusting the input and output settings in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac.



  • Q: Can I get more amps, cabinets, pedals, effects, mics, or recording features in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac?



  • A: Yes, you can get more amps, cabinets, pedals, effects, mics, or recording features in AmpKit 2.0.3 for Mac by purchasing additional gear packs from the AmpKit Gear Store, which is accessible from the AmpKit window.



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