Product Overview
"Upgrade" is more than a 7-letter word. It embodies the continuation and evolvement beneath the surface, and embraces revolution and creativity outside the box.
It’s what Ampero II Stomp does. Throughout years of grinding to establish its core technologies from empirical practice, Hotone team proudly presents this soul partner for your sophisticated taste in the sound of the music.
In the past, digital multi effects in general were criticized for producing a dull, lifeless sound. Hotone's aspiration is to eliminate this stereotype and devote their best efforts to make it sound authentic and genuinely feel like what you would perceive from a real amplifier.
Based on decades of research and empirical practice in the field of digital modelling algorithm, the Hotone team is able to unveil and unbox the ultimate weapon, the CDCM HD + F.I.R.E modelling technology, a combination and recreation to the mainstream white box and black box modelling technologies.
This technology models every component of the original device, building a model that tracks the dynamic variations of the instrument’s input signal, which maximizes the capability for the reproduction of the exact sound characteristics of the modeled object, delivering a more dynamic, deep, in-the-moment tonal feel.
International professional musicians who have embraced this technology are enamoured by how live play becomes so unbelievably realistic.
Tri-core platform, new station for signal processing.
Ampero II Stomp implements the brand new tri-core digital platform and independent AD/DA from ESS® Sabre® Series, combined with Hotone's more advanced CDCM HD and F.I.R.E modeling technology, creating more musically dynamic and vivid tones.
Dual effects chain, more tonal variations.
Ampero II Stomp introduces a highly customizable dual effects chain supporting multiple serial/parallel signal routing, up to 12 effects modules can be used simultaneously. Try it as you see fit.
8-in/8-out audio interface, new sparks for home recording.
Good news for y’all artists, Ampero II Stomp with the 8-in/8-out USB audio interface function will sure lend you a helping hand. Whether you want to monitor wet and record dry, or record wet and dry at the same time, and of course reamp, which has been a trend, you got it all in Ampero II Stomp.
Glossy touchscreen, smoother navigation.
Ampero II Stomp is imbued with the fresh UI design to make things more accessible. Besides the touchscreen, editing overall settings and switching patches can be also managed with ease.
Improved IR performance, new step for realistic sound.
Ampero II Stomp now supports up to 2048 IR sampling points, doubled up from the previous generation, furthermore reproducing captured cabinets and studio acoustics with precision.
To add up, 20 classic Celestion® speaker IRs powered by Celestion® Digital and 50 more custom IR slots will hugely rejuvenate the energy of your music.
Effects library delivering 400+ effects.
● 87 amp models
● 68 cab models
● A more precise cabinet-mic algorithm based on realistic studio recording data
● New preamp models
● Independent power amp simulation
● 100+ legendary pedal models
● 60+ finest Hotone original effects covering high quality distortion, dynamic, filter, modulation, delay and reverb etc.
60-second stereo looper, new inspiration generator.
A built-in stereo looper supports max. 60 seconds stereo recording, backed up by supplemental yet necessary functions such as undo/redo, 1/2 speed, reverse record/play and more.
Compatible Win/Mac Software.
Connect to your desktop or laptop and launch the editor software, with more specific effects descriptions, more straightforward patch editing and more effective patch management, you’ll find the information you need with ultra-convenience.
Lighter design, welcome “aboard”.
The shape of Ampero II Stomp has transformed and transcended, and now fits perfectly as a stompbox in the pedalboard matrix. By applying both addition and subtraction into our arithmetic, we put a higher build and take out the expression pedal to find that equilibrium spot between portability and practicality.
Richer I/O jacks, please come “in”.
Hello, Stereo In/Out. Now you can pair up with more instruments/pedals/amps. Greetings, Stereo FX Loop. Now the dissatisfaction in Ampero is fixed, and more scenarios can be applied. How are you, EXP/CTRL and MIDI In/Out. Now you get to control the tonal dimension by a lot more good stuff.
Features
✪ Second Generation amp modeler & effects processor with a pedalboard-friendly case
✪ Perfectly fits any pedalboard matrix when used as an effect pedal
✪ Enhanced Ampero sound quality brought by the more powerful tri-core DSP platform and ESS® Sabre® AD/DA
✪ Evolved CDCM HD & F.I.R.E. modeling system ensures high end tonal expressiveness and realistic playing experience
✪ 24-bit signal processing, up to 127dB dynamic range*
✪ 4-inch 800 x 480 dynamic touchscreen and newly designed UI for more intuitive control
✪ Highly customizable DUAL effect chain with multiple serial/parallel signal routing support
✪ Add ANY effect module you like to the effect chain
✪ Stereo I/O jacks and stereo FX Loop jacks for further routing/tonal possibilities
✪ Up to 12 simultaneous effect modules
✪ Upgraded effects library delivers 400+ effects
✪ CDCM HD & F.I.R.E. modeling effects including:
- 87 amp models
- 68 cab models
- A more precise cabinet-mic algorithm based on realistic studio recording data
- New preamp models
- Independent power amp simulation
- 100+ legendary pedal models
✪ 60+ Hotone original effects (incl. high quality drive/dynamic/filter/mod/delay/reverb models and more)
✪ Dedicated IR loader module with 3rd party IR support, up to 50 custom IR slots
✪ 20 classic Celestion® speaker IRs included - Powered by Celestion® Digital
✪ Supports up to 2048 IR sampling points for better tonal resolution
✪ USB port for firmware upgrading, loading/editing/managing effects/IRs via free Win/Mac software or for use as an USB audio interface
✪ 8-in, 8-out USB audio interface
✪ Supporting Reamp function
✪ Ampero-style acoustic effects and presets
✪ Ampero-style input mode selections
✪ 300 presets (100 banks x 3 patches)
✪ Built-in stereo looper with max. 60 seconds recording time and undo/redo function
✪ 3 assignable footswitches with halo LEDs
✪ Customizable main display modes and theme colors
✪ Authentic stereo processing
✪ MIDI I/O jacks and EXP/CTRL jack for expanded controls
✪ Road-ready, light-weight aluminum casing
✪ 9-18V DC power supply
*Digital to analog; actual data may vary depending on usage scenarios
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Specifications
Effects Digital Audio Signal Processing: 24-bit depth, 44.1kHz sample rate
Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz ± 1dB
Dynamic Range: Max. 127dB (digital to analog)
Effects: 460 (incl. global EQ)
No. of Effect Modules: 16
Effects Slots: Total of 12 simultaneous effects slots
Patches: 300
Looper Time: Stereo 60 seconds
Inputs
Two 1/4″ Tip Sleeve (TS) instrument jacks with individual input mode selector
One 1/8″ Stereo Auxiliary In (Aux In) jack
One 1/4″ Tip Ring Sleeve (TRS) expression pedal/momentary footswitch input (EXP/CTRL) jack
One 1/4″ Tip Ring Sleeve (TRS) unbalanced stereo FX loop return jack
One Standard 5 pin MIDI input jack
Outputs
Two 1/4″ Tip Ring Sleeve (TRS) balanced stereo output jacks
One 1/4″ Tip Ring Sleeve (TRS) unbalanced stereo FX loop send jack
One 1/8″ stereo headphones output jack
One standard 5 pin MIDI output jack
Input Impedance
Input: E.GT: 1MΩ; A.GT: 4.7MΩ; LINE: 10kΩ
FX Loop Return: 100kΩ
Aux In: 10kΩ
Output Impedance
Output: 1KΩ
FX Loop Send: 1KΩ
Headphones: 47Ω
Input Level
Input: -17.78dBu (Nominal); 14.5dBu (Max)
FX Loop Return: -17.78dBu (Nominal); 14.5dBu (Max)
Aux In: -17.78dBu (Nominal); 20dBu (Max)
Output Level
Output: -11.76dBu (Nominal); 26.25dBu (Max)
FX Loop Send: -17.78dBu (Nominal); 14.5dBu (Max)
Headphones: -7.4dBu (Nominal); 18.3dBu (Max)
Screen: 4″ 800 x 480 Color Dynamic Display Touch Screen
USB Port: USB 2.0 Type-C port, supports USB Audio 2.0
Impulse Response/IR processing: Supports 24-bit/44.1kHz Mono WAV files, 1024 and 2048 points; Supports up to 50 user IRs
Power Requirements: 9-18V DC Center Negative
Current Consumption: 800mA Max (9V DC)
Dimensions: 185mm(W) × 145mm(D) × 58mm(H)
Weight: 1050g
FAQ
1. Why 9-18V DC input on Ampero II Stomp?
Ampero II Stomp is designed to suit a wide range of usage scenarios including using with other pedals in a pedal matrix, which is mostly supplied by 9V DC power supply units. So we designed Ampero II Stomp with a wide 9-18V DC input range for better compatibility.
Please note that Ampero II Stomp has a fairly high power requirement (800mA minimum current draw @9V DC). To avoid unit malfunction and electric interference caused by unstable, low quality power supply unit / daisy chain power cord connection, we recommend to use high quality isolated power supply for powering up Ampero II Stomp.
2. What kind of controller can I apply to Ampero II Stomp? Can I use the built-in footswitches to control other gears?
Ampero II Stomp features two kinds of controller I/O jacks:
● One 6.35mm TRS EXP/CTRL jack for connecting momentary footswitch controller or expression pedal with TRS output; when connecting an expression pedal, the maximum supported pot resistance is 10kΩ
● A pair of standard 5-pin MIDI IN and OUT/THRU jacks are suitable for regular MIDI controllers; also support transferring MIDI messages coming from the MIDI IN jack
We recommend using Ampero's matched gear:
● Use Ampero Switch as bank switcher, tap tempo + mode switcher, etc.
● Connect Hotone Soul Press / Soul Press II / Ampero Press for instant wah/volume control (please note that the on/off switch on expression pedals cannot be used for switching Ampero II Stomp’s modules’ on/off)
● Connect Ampero Control and combine with Ampero Switch / Soul Press / Soul Press II / Ampero Press for a more expanded, complex unit control
For detailed setting, please refer to corresponding user manual.
Currently sending MIDI messages by tapping Ampero II Stomp's footswitches is not supported; this may be achieved in future firmware updates.
3. What benefits can I have with Ampero II Stomp’s 8x8 USB audio interface?
The multi I/O USB audio interface of Ampero II Stomp brings you more possibilities when recording/mixing/monitoring/mastering your music compositions including:
● Set chain A/B to fully parallel, add different effects – recording with two different tones
● Record two instruments at the same time
● Record dry and wet signal at the same time
● Reamp
● … and more!
You can also have some alternative usages like:
● Use FX Loop Return jack as an aux input for recording from other devices
● Use FX Loop Send jack as an aux output for separate monitoring
● Go streaming or online teaching with broadcaster app (e.g. OBS)
● … and more!
We'll give more features for optimizing the USB audio function like higher sampling rate and loopback function so that you can explore much more.
4. When I’m using Ampero II Stomp as an audio interface, how can I record backing track and my instruments at the same time?
The Aux In input of Ampero II Stomp will not be processed, but you can use FX Loop Return jack instead by following the steps below:
1. Connect your Ampero II Stomp to your computer as an audio interface.
2. Launch a DAW and set Ampero II Stomp as the main audio device.
3. Create an audio track (track A) with stereo input, set input channel to 1-2 for recording instruments.
4. Create an audio track (track B) with stereo input, set input channel to 5-6 for recording external backing track.
5. Connect backing track player to Ampero II Stomp with an aux cable (audio jack adapters may be needed depending on your cable).
6. Record both track A and B to record your instruments and backing track at the same time.
If you want to get a mixed track instead of separated tracks, please follow the steps below:
1. Connect your Ampero II Stomp to your computer as an audio interface.
2. Launch a DAW and set Ampero II Stomp as the main audio device.
3. Create an audio track with stereo input, set input channel to 1-2 for recording.
4. Add an FX RTN module in the current patch, keep all settings as default; this module should be added to the VERY END of your effect chain (before output node A).
5. Connect backing track player to Ampero II Stomp with an aux cable (audio jack adapters may be needed depending on your cable).
6. Record the audio track you created to get an audio clip mixing instrument and backing track.
