Archetype: Nolly X
The purest distillation of Nolly’s custom-modded guitar amp collection, captured with 100% accuracy
Producer. Player. Polymath.
Adam “Nolly” Getgood is a powerhouse in the modern metal scene, known for his unparalleled contributions as a bassist, producer, and mixing engineer. His meticulous attention to detail and innovative approach to sound have made him a revered figure among musicians and producers alike.
There are very few things Nolly hasn’t experimented with in his quest for the perfect guitar tone, even teaching himself electronics to re-engineer his favorite amplifiers, modifying them to his exact requirements. When we learned of this, we knew we had to collaborate to bring his vision to the world. After countless iterations, thousands of impulse-response files auditioned, we have finally distilled Adam’s sonic vision for the perfect guitar sound into a single plugin.
Recognizing his evolving mastery and the demand for his unique sound, we decided it was time to update his signature plugin!
We proudly present to you, Archetype: Nolly X.
Pre Effects
This section features a rich collection of effects placed before the amplifier section. Two different overdrive/booster pedals, in addition to a solid-state compressor and a delay, provide enough flexibility and potential for fine tone sculpting and experimenting.
We added a bright switch to Overdrive-1 for extra articulation and clarity. Nolly recommends leaving this on unless you're looking for a particularly smooth character.
Amps
Four state-of-the-art tube amplifier models of Nolly’s own modified amplifiers are at the core of this plugin. Perfectly captured for an uncannily natural feel, covering the vast tonal range the modern guitarist or producer requires in its entirety.
Clean
Crystal clear, full, and defined tones. This head is the perfect canvas for dreamy chords and nuanced, dynamic playing.
Crunch
Classic British crunch with a twist. This head will provide a clear, defined attack with rich harmonics.
Rhythm
Full and massive sounding. This head will provide enough dynamic range for rhythms and full on leads.
Lead
This head provides an entirely different high-gain flavor. Equally useful for heavy rhythms and leads.
Cabsim
Boasting hundreds of impulse responses captured by Nolly using his favorite microphones; the virtual speaker section is this plugin’s secret weapon. In addition to the hundreds of IRs, this module can be used to load your own IR files.
Archetype: Nolly X features 4 new speaker options, 1 per cab, expanding the tonal options in the plugin.
Link/Unlink
This unique control allows you to use each head with its matched cabinet, or experiment by interchanging them.
The four amplifiers, combined with the 640 IRs, provide a virtually endless amount of combinations.
EQ
Ideal for detailed spectrum adjustment, the onboard 9-band graphic equalizer allows for total control over frequency response.
The new "Nolly's Mod" graphic EQ switches some frequencies with custom Q parameters allowing for creative EQ boosting.
Post Effects
Multi-dimensional reverb and a dreamy delay pedal provide all the elements required for lush ambient sounds and adding the perfect amount of depth for leads.
Transpose & Doubler
Transpose: Pitch your guitar up or down by a constant interval (+12/-12 semitones). Use this to easily change the tuning of your instrument.
Doubler: Project your signal to a simulated stereo field giving you the sound of a double-tracked recording.
Tuner
Now featuring an additional live tuner that displays at the bottom of the UI.
Metronome
To perfectly supplement your practice, the metronome allows you to control time signature, accent sounds, and note values (the metronome is only available in Standalone).
Standalone
The Standalone feature in Archetype: Nolly X allows you to quickly install, plug and play this versatile plugin suite! Standalone is perfect for practice on the go and live use.
System Requirements
Archetype: Nolly X comes in 64-bit VST2 / VST3 / AU / AAX / Standalone.
Latest OS Compatibility for Windows & Mac, including Native Apple Silicon.
For more information about system requirements visit our support page.
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