Neural DSP has recently launched a new plugin which combines the tonal sophistication and feature-laden functionality of Morgan Amplification with the virtual mastery of Neural DSP’s plugin technology.
Morgan amps can be heard beneath the fingers of guitar legends, including the searing riffs of Josh Smith (Joe Bonamassa, Raphael Saadiq), the soulful melodies of Michael Landau (James Taylor and many more), and the genre-defying riffs of Tosin Abasi (Animals As Leaders).
In the world of guitar amplification, few brands shine as brightly as Morgan Amplification. Founded by the visionary amplifier builder and guitarist Joe Morgan in 2009, Morgan Amplification emerged as a beacon of craftsmanship and innovation for a new generation of guitarists. Drawing inspiration from era-defining vintage tones, Joe set out to create amplifiers that not only paid homage to the classics but also pushed the modern boundaries of sonic possibilities.
Importantly, Joe also sought to design amplifiers that work seamlessly with complex pedal boards. The result is a range of amplifiers revered for their meticulous attention to detail, exceptional build quality, and incredible tonal artistry that have become trusted companions of artists seeking an unparalleled blend of warmth, responsiveness, and harmonic richness.
With the Morgan Amps Suite guitar plugin, Neural DSP has painstakingly replicated the essence of 3 of these iconic amplifiers, ensuring that every note you play carries the rich heritage and the boundless potential of Morgan Amplification.
“What we share with guitarists is a deep and abiding respect for legacy sound,” observes Neural CPO Francisco Cresp. “Our modeling technology has been able to precisely capture the nuances and features of the Morgan amps, and bring them to life in a plugin version for anyone to access to their fullest extent.”
Inspired by classic designs, modernized and made more reliable, these amps were born out of a desire to provide the most touch-sensitive and responsive sound possible while also providing an unparalleled pedal platform.
- AC20: Single-channel, 20-watt amplifier based on a vintage Vox AC30. It provides very rich, thick tones at high gain settings.
- PR12: Single-channel, 12-watt amplifier based on a classic Fender Princeton Reverb. It offers bright, super-clean tones to robust overdrives. The PR12 also features a distinctive spring reverb that has become a hallmark of this compact but powerful amp type.
- SW50R: Single-channel, 50-watt amplifier based on a Dumble clean channel with the addition of a tube-driven reverb tank. Entirely hand wired and built to order, this amp encapsulates everything Morgan Amplifiers does best. At full volume, the amp breaks up dramatically, producing killer tones for grunge and stoner rock.
The Morgan Amps plugin suite comes loaded with a full array of pre- and post-amplified processing, a cabinet simulation and IR loader, 9-band graphic EQ, transposition feature that allows you to pitch your guitar up or down by a constant interval, doubler feature, integrated metronome, and a live tuner.
Available in VST/VST3, AU and AAX plugin formats for Windows and Mac, Morgan Amps Suite is priced 99 EUR.
More information: Neural DSP
