IK Multimedia Unveils Alex Lifeson Signature Collection
IK Multimedia has unveiled the Alex Lifeson Legacy Signature Collection for their TONEX platform. This collection pays tribute to the legendary guitarist of Rush, Alex Lifeson, and his influential guitar tones spanning over five decades.
The collection features four iconic amplifiers that have been meticulously captured using TONEX’s AI Machine Modeling technology. These amplifiers, hand-picked by Alex himself, represent key milestones in his tone journey and have shaped the sound of Rush’s iconic albums like “Moving Pictures” and “Clockwork Angels.”
The centerpiece of the collection is the LERXST OMEGA, Alex’s current signature amplifier. It faithfully replicates the amps used on the “Clockwork Angels” album, offering a straightforward two-channel design with switchable clipping modes. The collection also includes captures from the Marshall 6100 30th Anniversary, affectionately named ‘Curly,’ which played a crucial role in providing Alex with a wide range of British guitar tones both on stage and in the studio.
Another highlight is the Marshall JMP 4140 Club and Country 2×12 combo amplifier, referred to as ‘Club and Country.’ This rare and unique amp was instrumental in helping Alex discover his distinctive guitar voice. It boasts a clean-yet-dirty sound that pairs beautifully with delay and modulation effects, and its open-back cabinet design contributes to an airy, open tone reminiscent of the “Moving Pictures” era.
Lastly, the collection features the H&K TriAmp, one of Alex’s first signature amplifiers. This amp served as the backbone of Rush’s guitar tones from the late 1990s through the early 2000s, offering a smooth and modern flavor of gain. Its versatility makes it an ideal problem-solver in dense guitar mixes, with sounds ranging from pristine cleans to massive, hi-fi distorted tones.
The Alex Lifeson Legacy collection can be accessed through ToneNET, IK’s online tone-sharing and social platform, or within any TONEX Mac/PC version, including the free TONEX CS. Once purchased, users can instantly download all the collection’s Tone Models to their local library, ready to play. The Tone Models can also be loaded onto TONEX ONE and TONEX Pedal hardware for live use.
Furthermore, the Signature Collection Tone Models seamlessly integrate with AmpliTube 5 X, allowing users to build custom signal chains and save presets for easy recall. The combination of Alex Lifeson Legacy and AmpliTube 5 empowers guitarists to explore and discover their own signature dream tones, building upon the foundation laid by Alex Lifeson’s innovative sonic creations.
With the Alex Lifeson Legacy Signature Collection, IK Multimedia celebrates the enduring impact of Alex Lifeson’s guitar work and provides a powerful tool for tone enthusiasts to delve into the iconic sounds that have defined rock music for generations.
