IK Multimedia Unveils TONEX ONE Double Special Limited Edition — Legendary Amplifier
March 18, 2026, 9:15 a.m.
Legendary Amplifier Tones Recreated with AI Technology
IK Multimedia has officially introduced the TONEX ONE Double Special Limited Edition along with the Double Special TONEX Signature Collection, offering guitar players access to the expressive clean tones, blooming sustain, and vocal overdrive associated with two legendary combo amplifiers preserved in the company’s private amplifier vault.
These rare amplifiers, collectively valued at more than 300,000 dollars, represent highly desirable eras of an iconic circuit design. Using TONEX V2 AI Machine Modeling™ technology, IK Multimedia has recreated their sonic characteristics with remarkable precision, allowing players to experience tones that would normally cost a six-figure investment.
Limited Production – Only 1,000 Units Worldwide
For guitarists seeking the ultimate stage-ready experience, IK Multimedia presents the TONEX ONE Double Special Limited Edition.
This special collector’s pedal is limited to 1,000 units worldwide. Each unit is manufactured in Italy and finished in a custom vintage brown color, emphasizing its exclusive nature.
The pedal arrives preloaded with 20 exclusive Premium Tone Models, which are not available in the standard Double Special Collection.
In addition to the twenty onboard tones, the device unlocks the full Double Special TONEX Signature Collection inside the TONEX software environment.
Users also gain access to the ODS Legends Signature Collection, which includes 20 additional Tone Models captured from four additional Dumble® amplifiers.
Altogether, the complete package provides access to models based on six highly collectible amplifiers, whose real-world value exceeds the cost of many homes.
The Sound of Six-Figure Amplifiers
The Double Special TONEX Signature Collection contains 40 Premium Tone Models created from two historic Overdrive Special® combo amplifiers.
The sonic palette draws inspiration from expressive Texas blues tones, smooth fusion sustain, and articulate edge-of-breakup textures often associated with guitarists such as Robben Ford, Carlos Santana, John Mayer, and Larry Carlton.
The collection covers an impressive tonal spectrum, ranging from piano-like clean sounds to harmonically rich, singing lead tones.
Each amplifier was carefully captured both with its cabinet and without it, across numerous sweet spots, channel combinations, and gain settings.
The collection also features complete guitar rigs incorporating classic front-end boost pedals based on the legendary Klon Centaur, TS10, and JHS Morning Glory. These setups recreate the stacked signal chains often used with such amplifiers to enhance sustain and midrange presence.
Two Eras, Two Distinct Voices
The two amplifiers used for the modeling process represent key milestones in the evolution of this renowned amplifier design.
The first amplifier, a late-1970s export model, delivers an open high-frequency response, blooming midrange, and an extremely touch-sensitive feel. It produces piano-like clean tones along with smooth, vocal overdrive.
The second amplifier, a refined 1980 model, offers tighter low frequencies, quicker transient response, and increased articulation at higher gain levels, while still maintaining its signature cascading clean-to-overdrive architecture and complex harmonic character.
Both amplifiers were captured through custom open-back cabinets equipped with period-correct speakers. Multiple microphone pairings were used to capture everything from focused punch to spacious studio ambience.
The result is a versatile and performance-ready tone collection capable of moving seamlessly from expressive rhythm playing to soaring lead sounds.
Rare by Design, Legendary by Reputation
For more than four decades, Overdrive Special amplifiers have been responsible for some of the most expressive guitar tones ever recorded.
With the release of the Double Special TONEX Signature Collection and the TONEX ONE Double Special Limited Edition, IK Multimedia makes these coveted sounds available to guitar players around the world.
From the Vault to the Stage
Powered by TONEX V2 AI Machine Modeling™ technology, the Double Special series delivers exceptional realism, harmonic complexity, and dynamic response.
Players can manage and edit their Tone Models using the TONEX Editor for Mac and PC, while benefiting from full integration across the TONEX ecosystem, including TONEX Pedal, TONEX ONE, and TONEX Plug.
The TONEX ONE Double Special Limited Edition features IK Multimedia’s rugged aluminum chassis, designed to withstand demanding stage use while delivering boutique amplifier tone enhanced by advanced AI-driven modeling technology.
Pricing and Availability
The Double Special TONEX Signature Collection and TONEX ONE Double Special Limited Edition are available through authorized IK Multimedia dealers worldwide as well as through the official IK Multimedia online store.
Pricing is as follows:
Double Special TONEX Signature Collection — $149.99 / €149.99
($99.99 / €99.99 for TONEX hardware users)
Includes 40 new Tone Models captured from two Overdrive Special amplifiers from IK’s private amplifier vault, not available in any other TONEX collection.
TONEX ONE Double Special Limited Edition — Comes preloaded with 20 exclusive Tone Models not sold separately and also includes the Double Special TONEX Signature Collection and the ODS Legends TONEX Signature Collection.
