IK Multimedia announced the 'ODS Legends' signature collection, modeling four types of legendary amplifiers using the TONEX engine.
The ODS Legends Signature Collection for TONEX gives you instant access to 4 priceless Dumble Overdrive Special amplifiers. Found behind many of the world’s best players including Robben Ford, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Larry Carlton, David Lindley, John Mayer and more, the Overdrive Special is sadly no longer made today, easily fetching 6 figures when a rare example goes to auction. As a bonus, we’ve also included 2 legendary overdrive pedals known to pair perfectly with Dumbles to further push your tone in exciting directions.
IK had the exclusive opportunity to capture each of these incredible amps while they passed through world-famous Ocean Way Studios in Nashville, Tennessee, a studio renowned for its superior recording facilities and long history of hosting legendary musicians. All amp and pedal settings were dialed in by tone experts to a variety of sweet spots from clean to overdrive and meticulously captured in between recording sessions.
This Signature Collection of 20 Tone Models recreates the very essence of these vintage treasures and makes them finally accessible to all discerning tone aficionados. Utilizing IK's cutting-edge AI Machine Modeling Technology in conjunction with the Ocean Way's sonically perfect environment has produced incredible results that you can own today.
Collection Overview
- A collection for use across the entire TONEX ecosystem: Mac/PC, iOS, TONEX Pedal
- 20 Tone Models based on 4 Dumble amplifiers, a Klon and an early '80s Tube Screamer
- Created using cutting-edge AI Machine Modeling™ technology with advanced training
- Painstakingly dialed in and captured at the renowned Ocean Way Studios in Nashville
- Compatible with all TONEX versions including the free TONEX CS and TONEX App
- Easily load and perform live with any Signature Tone Model using TONEX Pedal
The all-tube Overdrive Special is Howard Dumble’s most prized model and was produced in very limited numbers, each one hand-wired and custom-built for a particular artist to suit their playing style and tone requirements. Known for its inspiring harmonic richness in the overdrive channel and transparency in the clean channel, the ODS is extremely versatile and can be used for a variety of genres including blues, rock and jazz, rewarding the player with unmatched headroom and responsiveness.
The 4 Overdrive Specials in this collection are pristine examples and were purchased from their original owners with their original tubes still mounted. Because the circuitry was tailored to suit a specific player, each amp offers a distinct and exciting tone that was captured with multiple settings, letting you find the Tone Models that sound best for your situation. Or enjoy the Rockstar luxury of mid-stacking several ODS Tone Models together in AmpliTube to create your own signature tones.
What's Included
1979 Overdrive Special 50 Watt
This 1979 Dumble Overdrive Special amp head is a little brighter than the other amps in the collection with a more articulate midrange and tighter low end. It was connected to a 1979 Dumble 2x12 cab with JB85 Celestion speakers during the tone modeling process, producing 4 Tone Models: Clean 1, Clean 2 (FET input), Overdrive 1, Overdrive 2.
1983 Overdrive Special 100 Watt
This 1983 Dumble Overdrive Special amp head is harmonically rich with slightly higher mids than the ′84 ODS below. It was modeled running through a 1983 Dumble 2x12 cab with EV 12L speakers, resulting in 5 Tone Models: Clean 1, Clean 2 (+ preamp boost), Overdrive 1, Overdrive 2, Overdrive 3.
1984 Overdrive Special 50 Watt
This 1984 Dumble Overdrive Special combo amp offers a smooth and velvety overdrive with a touch of low-mid punch. For its capture, it was connected to 2017 Van Weelden 2x12 cab with EV 12L speakers, producing 5 Tone Models: Clean 1, Clean 2 (+ preamp boost), Overdrive 1, Overdrive 2, Overdrive 3.
2004 Overdrive Special 50 Watt
This 2004 Dumble Overdrive Special combo amp is slightly more mid-scooped when compared to the ′83 and ′84 ODS models above with a more defined low end. It was run through a 2017 Van Weelden 2x12 cab with EV 12L speakers during the tone modeling process, resulting in 4 Tone Models: Clean 1, Clean 2 (+ preamp boost), Overdrive 1, Overdrive 2.
Two legendary pedals
1981 Ibanez TS808
The first Tube Screamer, the TS808, was released in the late ′70s. A brilliant distortion and overdrive box from Ibanez, it has built a reputation that’s led it to pass into musical urban myth. Helped along with Stevie Ray's use, the TS808 is still highly in demand today with vintage units easily trading above $1,000.
Silver Klon Centaur overdrive
The legendary Silver Klon Centaur overdrive holds a mystique that’s undeniable as evidenced by the steep prices it fetches on used gear websites. With its unique overdriven tones and boosting capabilities, it’s the ideal boost to your front end or a full-on drive inspiring players from Jeff Beck to John Mayer.
All Tone Models in the ODS Legends Signature Collection were captured by Audio Engineer and Operations Manager, Austin Atwood at Ocean Way Studios, a world-renowned recording studio located in Nashville, Tennessee. Housed in a 100-year-old Gothic revival grey stone church, Ocean Way Nashville provides an exceptional acoustical space and has recorded some of the biggest names in music including Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Steve Martin and Paul Simon.
The ODS Legends Signature Collection offers you a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the exact tones revered by countless guitar legends. Whether you seek the creamy overdrive of a Dumble amplifier, the harmonically rich overdrive of a Klon or that timeless Tube Screamer tone, this collection gives you exclusive access to record and perform with these celebrated tones at any time.
Currently, the TONEX ODS Legend Signature Collection is being sold at a launch discount price of €49.99, down from the regular price of €99.99.
You can find more information via IK Multimedia website and purchase from there.
