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Neural Amp Modeler uses deep learning to create guitar amplifier and pedal models, with an open-source project that lets users train models online in Google Colab or locally with a Python-based trainer. Its Gateway plugin loads snapshot models, while ParametricOD demonstrates modeling across an overdrive’s knobs and switches. VST3 and AU plugins, a standalone application, and support for Windows, macOS, Linux, Raspberry Pi, embedded systems, and websites give it several ways to fit a setup. It is free, includes an IR loader, and supports community model sharing through TONE3000.

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    Amp Locker

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows

    Players wanting an amp suite with movable-mic 3D cabs — Amp Locker combines amps, pedals, cabs, and effects with movable-mic 3D cabs, while NAM centers on deep-learning models.

    7.4 Free plan Visit site
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    AmpForge

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows

    NAM users wanting reorderable modules and vocal effects — AmpForge loads NAM captures in a 19-module plugin and adds autotune and de-essing, but requires users to supply captures and cabinet IRs.

    7.5 Free plan Visit site
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    Amplifikation 360

    Free plan MacWindows

    Kuassa users building routed modular guitar rigs — Amplifikation 360 is a modular host for Kuassa plug-ins, with unlimited devices and serial, parallel, and crossover routing.

    7.3 Free plan · paid from $25 Visit site
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    GENOME

    Free plan iPhoneMacWindows

    Guitarists and bassists combining multiple capture formats — GENOME loads NAM, AIDA-X, and Proteus captures alongside more than 40 premium AI amp captures in an amp, effects, and cabinet suite.

    7.0 Free plan · 14-day trial Visit site
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    Gjalla

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows

    Black metal players seeking a raw-style amp simulator — Gjalla targets raw styles with three pedal voicings and three analytic cabinet voicings, but has no packaged release yet.

    7.0 Free plan Visit site
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    Helix Stadium Native

    Free plan APIMacWindows

    Helix users bringing Stadium sounds into a DAW — Helix Stadium Native offers extensive Helix amp, effects, and cabinet models plus Proxy clone loading, rather than NAM's open modeling workflow.

    6.9 Free plan · paid from $99.99 · 15-day trial Visit site
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    IK Multimedia ReSing

    Free plan MacWindows

    Producers replacing vocal takes with modeled voices — ReSing models and transforms voices or instrumental tracks instead of modeling guitar amplifiers and pedals.

    Free plan · paid from $149.99 Visit site
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    Amped

    Free plan APIMacWindows
    7.5 Free plan · paid from €39.99 Visit site
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    AIDA-X

    Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted+2
    7.4 Free plan Visit site
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    Amp ONE

    Free plan iPhone
    7.1 Free plan Visit site
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    Guitarix

    Free plan LinuxMac
    6.8 Free plan Visit site
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    Soundshed Guitar

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    6.8 Free plan Visit site
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    AmpliTube 5

    Free plan MacWindows
    6.7 Free plan · paid from $99.99 Visit site
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    Rustortion

    Free plan LinuxWindows
    6.7 Free plan Visit site
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    ToneBytes Pedals

    Free plan Windows
    6.5 Free plan Visit site
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    AmpKnob BDH III

    Free trial MacWindows
    6.2 From €49 · 14-day trial Visit site
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    Amp Room

    Free trial MacWindows
    6.1 From $99 · 20-day trial Visit site
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    TONEX

    Free plan MacWindows
    6.0 Free plan · paid from €99.99 Visit site
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    Blue Cat's Free Amp

    Free plan MacWindows
    5.8 Free plan Visit site
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    Ampire

    Paid MacWindows
    5.7 From $59.95 Visit site
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    Helix Native

    Free trial MacWindows
    5.7 From $99.99 · 15-day trial Visit site
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    TH-U

    Free trial iPhoneMacWindows
    5.7 From €89 · 15-day trial Visit site
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    Soldano SLO-100 X

    Free trial MacWindows
    5.6 14-day trial Visit site
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    BIAS X

    Paid MacWindows
    5.4 From $149 Visit site
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    Battery 4

    Paid MacWindows
    4.8 From $199 Visit site

A different choice may suit you if you want a larger built-in gear collection, a modular routing environment, or controls aimed at live performance. Some options load NAM captures, while others use their own amp models or focus on a distinct sound or task. Compare supported systems and formats, the need to supply captures or impulse responses, and whether a free plan or paid features fit your needs. Also consider how each product handles cabinets, effects, presets, and external control before moving from NAM.

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