


Review Summary
24-bit depth, 44.1kHz sample rate
120dB
242
Total of 9 simultaneous
198 (99 user patches, 99 factory patches)
Mono 100 seconds, Stereo 50 seconds
100 Rhythm Patterns
One 1/4" Tip Sleeve (TS) Instrument jack, with three way input mode selection
One 1/8" Stereo Auxiliary In (Aux In) jack
One 1/4" Tip Ring Sleeve (TRS) Expression Pedal input jack
One Standard 5 pin MIDI input jack
Two 1/4" Tip Sleeve (TS) Unbalanced Stereo output jacks
Two XLR Balanced stereo output jacks, with ground lift switch
One 1/8" Stereo headphones output jack
Instrument Input: E.GT: 1M Ohm; A.GT: 4.7M Ohm; LINE: 10k Ohm
Aux In: 10k Ohm
Unbalanced Output: 3.2k Ohm
Balanced Output: 2k Ohm
Headphones: 66 Ohm
4" 800 x 480 Color Dynamic Display Touch Screen
USB 2.0 Type-B port, supports USB Audio 2.0
Supports 24-bit/44.1kHz Mono WAV files, 1024 points
18V DC Center Negative
500mA Max
12.6 x 5.79 x 1.81" (320 x 147 x 46mm)
49.7 oz (1408g)
Ampero amp modeler & effects processor is a game changer. It's heart pounding amp modeling and uber quality effects are powered by the new-gen CDCM HD (Comprehensive Dynamic Circuit Modeling High Definition) and F.I.R.E. (Field Impulse Response Enhancement) system, bringing you the absolute best the world has to offer. Packaged in a cool, thin case with a 4-inch hi-def color touch screen, Ampero delivers all the real sounds of rock past and present.
CDCM HD (Comprehensive Dynamic Circuit Modeling High Definition) and F.I.R.E. (Field Impulse Response Enhancement)
Driving Ampero is Hotone's innovative CDCM HD (Comprehensive Dynamic Circuit Modeling High Definition) and F.I.R.E. (Field Impulse Response Enhancement) system. Built on Hotone's powerful XTOMP platform, acclaimed Binary series, and breakthrough VStomp Amp virtual plugin, the new-gen CDCM HD & F.I.R.E. system showcases Hotone's new high-shelf circuit modeling methods.
Mainstream modeling methods are generally based on static state circuitry modeling or "black box" theory, which just "come close" to the modeled sound. CDCM HD & F.I.R.E. employs a complex system based on dynamic feature modeling. In this matrix, the technology "rebuilds" the entire circuitry using modeled electronic components, resulting in a tone that is vivid, accurate and expressive. More than that, the new system enhances the relationship between amps and PA systems, delivering a realistic feel and response you've never before experienced on digital gear.
Core-Dual-DSP Platform
Ampero is powered by a huge dual-DSP platform running Hotone's proprietary CDCM HD & F.I.R.E. modeling system.
Main Processor - Analog Devices SHARC series
A powerful Analog Devices 4th gen SHARC series DSP is dedicated to the audio engine. Compared to XTOMP, this processor features increased performance and hardware-based audio processing accelerator modules, which makes it easy to handle multiple XTOMP-grade high quality effect algorithms.
Co-processor - NXP RT series
The NXP RT series crossover co-processor runs on the ARM Cortex-M7 core. The co-processor not only helps processing audio streams, but also powers the touch screen display, USB I/O, and other functions.
Not only for Electric Instruments
Ampero employs a special design input mode selector that is designed not only for electric instruments, but also for acoustic players and even keyboard players! Simply connect your instrument to the input jack, select a mode for your instrument, pick a dedicated electric/acoustic/FX preset and you're ready to roll.
Authentic Acoustic Sound
No need to carry an extra acoustic anymore! Ampero comes with advanced "black tech" acoustic simulation algorithms. Used along with built-in acoustic IRs and acoustic simulation presets, you can easily transform your electric instruments into miked up acoustic masterpieces: steel string, nylon string, resonator, even ukulele!
Armory
Ampero can handle up to 9 effect modules simultaneously with its flexible FX1, FX2 and FX3/MOD effect modules for the best authentic stereo effect processing experience. Ampero shares the same growing modeling/original effects library as our all-powerful XTOMP pedal with even more goods:
242 effects
CDCM HD & F.I.R.E. modeling effects including: 64 amp models/60 cab models/100+ legendary pedal models/Next-gen mic position and microphone type simulations
User custom IR loader with 3rd party IR support
50+ Hotone original effects (incl. high quality drive/dynamic/filter/mod/delay/reverb models and more)
Interface
Ampero is designed to be simple and intuitive so you can just start playing. The straight-forward user interface features a 4-inch 800 x 480 touch screen with dynamic color display and three quick access knobs for hands-on parameter tweaking. Ampero is incredibly easy to set up and program.
Software
Connect Ampero to your computer and access the free software to manage your Ampero device, adjust tonal settings, transfer files, update firmware, restore settings, and upload third party IR files. Ampero software is compatible with Windows and macOS platforms.