Tone King Imperial shootout: Neural DSP Imperial plugin, Synergy Imperial module, Tritube Preamp.

[Saul Goodman]

One hour old at this posting.

 

[tbonesullivan]

I mean, it's good to have a lot of options. If they all produce relatively similar results, this really lets people get "that sound" from a variety of rig configurations.

[jwhitcomb3]

The Neural DSP Tone King Imperial plugin is my go-to for my DAW. I record three signals when I'm tracking: DI, pre-amp out, and mic'd cab. If the mic'd cab isn't doing it for me, I can run the pre-amp track through an IR, or run the DI track through the plugin. Sometimes I'll combine them to simulate a dual amp rig. I like the plugin so much I occasionally fantasize about getting a Tone King Imperial amp. Then I come to my senses and realize I'm good with what I've got. 

The Neural DSP Morgan amp suite plugin also sees some mileage. 

Edited August 8, 2025 by jwhitcomb3

[Saul Goodman]

11 hours ago, jwhitcomb3 said:

The Neural DSP Tone King Imperial plugin is my go-to for my DAW. I record three signals when I'm tracking: DI, pre-amp out, and mic'd cab. If the mic'd cab isn't doing it for me, I can run the pre-amp track through an IR, or run the DI track through the plugin. Sometimes I'll combine them to simulate a dual amp rig. I like the plugin so much I occasionally fantasize about getting a Tone King Imperial amp. Then I come to my senses and realize I'm good with what I've got. 

The Neural DSP Morgan amp suite plugin also sees some mileage. 

I have the Morgan amp suite. Love it.