New DSM & Humboldt Simplifier MKII Zero Watt Stereo Guitar Amp Cabinet Simulator

From DSM & Humboldt:

The Simplifier MK-II takes the analog amp simulation to a new stage of realism. Much more options, while keeping the instant touch and dynamics that only an all-analog device can manage. All in the same ultra compact footprint.

A continuous quest
Shortly after we unveiled the Simplifier Classic in September 2019, several other brands came up with very similar products; nevertheless, the Simplifier sound held strongly, earning amazing recognition, great sales, reviews and powerful end user experiences. So, what made us stand out from the rest? As our CTO Daniel Schwartz once said: We took the right choices. With hard work, we decided to improve every aspect of the product and keep all the good things that made it so popular, to push it beyond being a pedal platform and mirroring the most realistic and versatile analog amp simulator to date.

Pre-Amps to the limit

• Completely redesigned preamps with wider gain options
• AC BRIT Preamp minimizes the MID Control range resulting in a more accurate historic behavior, like a VOX AC-30 '64 Top Boost channel.
• American (USA) Preamp is now based on a true classic: The Bassman '59
• MS Brit performs a new level of gain, just like a hot-rodded Marshall Plexi.

The Power Amp

• A new dedicated power amp drive allows you to dial the perfect amount of power amp compression for that sweet-spot that only a tube amp can achieve.
• The POWER AMP is a highly detailed reproduction of a Class A/B power stage, including the phase inverter. Each power type reconfigures the feedback path, PI gain and the effect of the power transformer on the power tubes.
• A Clip indicator shows when the emulated power tubes are clipping, helping you find the desired sweet spot between power drive and preamp drive, as it would be on an actual tube amplifier.
• In combination with the MASTER VOLUME, you can get any amount of pre and power amp drive at any volume level.

The Master Section

• MASTER VOLUME allows you to set any amount of pre and power amp drive at any volume level, avoiding unwanted FX-LOOP distortion.
• Re-designed PRESENCE Control within the power amp feedback. Clockwise it boosts the mid-highs like Marshall and Fender. Counterclockwise it cuts the highs like a VOX amp.
• Re-designed RESONANCE Control that allows you to set the low-end thump according to your PA system.

Stereo Cabsim

• After comprehensive research based on hundreds of response curves from the most renowned speakers in the market, we completely redesigned the Cabsim section, replacing the MIC position control for a more useful yet intuitive three profile speakers control: BLACK: Based on the V30 Speaker; BLUE: Based on the Blue Alnico Speaker; GREEN: Based on the G12 Greenback Speaker
• Three Classic Cab types: COMBO (1x12" Blackface style Cab), TWIN (2x12" AC Style Cab), STACK (4x12" 1960 Style Cab)

A Built-In Reverb
According to many users, one of the most desired features on the OG Simplifier was a built-in reverb, or at least a room control. This is why we loaded our new Simplifier with a side-chained digital PLATE reverb.

New Enclosure
With a redesigned layout for easy understanding and connectivity, this will help you keep your Simplifier as your pedalboard brain, better than ever. We also included a brand new heavy-duty all aluminium enclosure, with all metal switches for maximum endurance.

TECH SPECS
Weight: 360 grs (0.8 lb)
Dimensions: 120 x 70 x 45 mm (4.7 x 2.7 x 1.8 inches)
Power supply requirements: Voltage: 9 to 12V DC regulated; Connector: 2.1mm DC jack, Center negative; Current consumption: 150mA; Recommended supply current: 200mA and up
Input Impedance: Input: 1Meg Ohm; L & R return: 1Meg Ohm
Output impedance: Send: 1K Ohm; Unbalanced Outputs: 4.7K Ohms; Balanced Outputs: 100 Ohms
Headphone amp specs: Power: 135mW into 32 Ohms. Use with 16, 32, 64 and 96 Ohm Headphones. Loss of power can occur with higher impedance headphones.