ToneWorks Tasty Twosome

ToneWorks has added two new dedicated multi-effects units to its AX line of modeling signal processors: the AX5G (for electric guitar) and AX5B (for electric bass). Both feature Korg’s exclusive REMS (Resonant structure and Electronic circuit Modeling System) technology to deliver the most accurate, detailed, and realistic models of the world’s most sought-after amps, cabinets, acoustics, and effects. Each unit is equipped with 80 programs (40 preset, 40 user), 58 realistic modeling effects (with user-editable parameters), an auto chromatic tuner with mute (for silent onstage tuning) and a user-friendly, knob-based interface for quick, easy program and effect selection. The AX5G and AX5B each also add an assignable expression pedal. Select from warm, fat tube amps to extreme overdrive/fuzz models and ten different cabinets from 4×12 stacks to combos. You also get a complete selection of effects, such as compressor, wah-wah, ambience effects, and even a drone effect that simulates the sympathetic strings on a sitar, not to mention acoustic guitar simulation, and a unique effect that reproduces the sounds of different pickups. Both units carry wallet-friendly price tags and should be shipping soon.