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Description
Discover the world of tone shaping with the Positive Grid Bias FX, an industry-leading amp simulator plugin designed to elevate your music production experience. Perfect for musicians and sound engineers, this plugin integrates seamlessly with your DAW, providing an extensive library of authentic amp and pedal simulations. With Bias FX, you can craft a vast array of sounds, from vintage warmth to modern high-gain clarity, ensuring your creativity knows no bounds.
The Bias FX stands out with its dual signal chain capability, allowing you to mix and match amps and effects in parallel, delivering unprecedented sonic flexibility. This plugin includes a comprehensive collection of over 100 meticulously modeled amps and effects, inspired by some of the most iconic gear in the music world. Its user-friendly interface makes it easy for both beginners and seasoned professionals to dive in and start experimenting.
Whether you are recording in the studio or performing live, Bias FX offers ultra-low latency performance, ensuring your sound is always crisp and responsive. The integration with Positive Grid's ToneCloud community also allows you to access thousands of user-created presets, expanding your tonal palette even further.
Key Features:
- Dual signal chain for flexible sound crafting
- Over 100 amps and effects with detailed modeling
- Seamless DAW integration with ultra-low latency
- User-friendly interface for all skill levels
- Access to Positive Grid's ToneCloud community for thousands of presets
Videos
David Wallimann
Positive Grid Bias FX 2 Review
Positive Grid Bias FX 2 Review
David Wallimann
ALL THE FX! Positive Grid BIAS FX 2 Mobile!
Riffs, Beards & Gear
Positive Grid Bias FX 2 - Demo
Riffs, Beards & Gear
Which BIAS Software Is Right For Me? | Positive Grid
Positive Grid
Positive Grid - Bias FX 2 - Sound Demo (no talking)
Guitar Bonedo
BIAS FX 2 Overview - Every tone is yours.
Positive Grid
FREE All In One GUITAR VST Plugin by Positive Grid - BIAS FX 2 LE - Review & Demo
Amner Hunter
BIAS FX 2 - Version 2.7.0 Overview (New Gear, Tone Link + M1/M2 Support)
Positive Grid
Reviews
PROS
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Realistic sound quality enhances the playing experience
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Comprehensive effects selection covers a wide range of musical needs
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Seamless integration for both studio sessions and live performances
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Intuitive interface makes it easy to learn and use
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Affordable pricing without compromising on features
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Cloud connectivity allows for easy sharing and collaboration
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Versatile enough for various guitarists and music styles
CONS
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Positive Grid Bias FX.
Mods and upgrades
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Users suggest experimenting with EQ before and after the amp sim to improve attack and clarity in high-gain tones.
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Comparisons
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Users find Bias FX 2's cab simulations lacking, recommending external IRs for better tone quality.
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Users often prefer Neural DSP for metal tones, citing better sound quality over Bias FX 2.
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The LE version limits third-party IR use, resulting in less satisfying tones compared to other amp sims with broader IR compatibility options.
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Bias FX 2 is compared to Neural DSP and Audio Assault amp sims, with some users preferring the latter for higher quality tones and stability.
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Bias FX 2's effects are preferred over Overloud THU for their responsiveness and clarity, particularly for bass guitar applications.
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Features and functionality
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Bias FX 2's presets often require the Pro edition, limiting access for standard users.
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There is no "NEW" function for presets; users must edit existing ones to create new sounds.
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The plugin offers limited signal path flexibility, allowing only one split point before the amp input.
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ToneCloud offers a community preset library, providing users with diverse sound options to explore and customize within the app.
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Bias FX 2 includes a built-in looper function, which some users leverage for live performances without needing additional looper apps.
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User experience
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Frequent login issues and persistent sales pitches for upgrades are noted as frustrating aspects of Bias FX 2 ownership.
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Some users experience a persistent compressed attack sound, which remains unresolved despite disabling noise gates and adjusting settings.
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Users report that running an iPad setup with Bias FX 2 can last 4-5 hours on battery, but using a USB camera adapter allows for continuous power.
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Software and compatibility
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Bias FX 2 reportedly consumes significant CPU resources, leading to sluggish performance, especially compared to Guitar Rig.
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The software can be sluggish within some DAWs, potentially affecting workflow efficiency.
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The iOS and desktop versions of Bias FX 2 require separate licenses, limiting cross-platform workflow.
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Use cases and applications
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Owners use Bias FX 2 live with setups involving iPads and Bluetooth foot controllers, eliminating the need for traditional amps and pedalboards.
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4.5 out of 5
Based on 8 Reviews and 117 Ratings
Best homestudio Guitar player tool
Well what can i say more thant the title ? it got everything, EVERYTHING you need to play, record, set up your tune and share with a large community (cloud) it's cheap and easy to use
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Perfect software
Truely realistic sound, wide effects selection and easy to learn to use it
Preferred Settings + Usage:
Personally, everytime I play I change between settings, but always with a clear idea on amp set: Bass and Treble up to 8 or around and mid down to 2 or so
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Hello, which version do you use? I've been using Bias FX in a iPad Mini 3 with an iRig 2 as interface. Check out that you can use your real pedals if you plug them between the interface.
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I use the windows desktop 64 bit version
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Perfect
This Amazing App from Positive grid is so pefrect fr any kind of guitarist. I use it expecially for studio session and live in little spot.
Incredible!
I´ve been using Positive Grid´s Bias Fx and Bias Amp for IPAD, and it sounds incredible!
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anything else to say about it? have you owned any of the amps modelled to make a fair comparison?
Hi! I haven´t owned any of the modelled amps. Here in Brazil those amps are incredibly expensive, like 2 or 3 times the price theý´re sold in US. I own a Fender Hot Rod Deville 212, and I can say that the Fender amps modelled have lots of similarities withe the real deal, and, more important, a really great sound. For example, if you use a drive/dist pedal, like Suhr Riot, which I own, the result you get inside the software is very close to the result you get in the Fender. However, I do lots of comparison with amp samples (on Youtube, official amp makers websites, etc), and the result is awesome. The last comparison I made was the Engl models, which sound amazing on Bias Fx. I think that a less trained ear can´t tell the difference between the real amp and the model.
Artist usage
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Here you can see Tim using Bias FX 1 by positive grid. Tim has been known to use this Plugin as an alternative to the Axe-FX II. In an interview with guitarworld, Tim says "I didn't use amps, (on NLND) only the Fractal and a little bit of Bias"
“It’s having a great amp and effects setup with the minimal effort.”
Marty Friedman? played "Amagi Goe" plugged directly into BIAS FX - he said: "I thought that was the record!"
In this video with Tosin Abasi, Tosin talks about his use of Bias FX. He uses Bias FX for the amount of pedals in an essential "pedal board" that can be rearranged in a concise manner. Tosin also uses the dual-amp feature.
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In this photo, taken by Dines, he shares the photo of him with Ibanez and this app. He also captions : "For all you guitar nerds out there @positivegrid has a new app out called BIAS FX. It's pretty cool, you should check it out! :)"
In this video, Mateus uses Bias FX.
Video description: "With an incredible technique and a tone full of dynamics, Mateus Asato’s latest BIAS FX video will make your jaw drop. He greatly blends the likes of Jeff Beck, Richie Kotzen, and Jimi Hendrix with his own signature style, and has inspired thousands of guitarists in the last few years. Mateus is using BIAS FX Desktop in the studio for his upcoming releases. Stay tuned for his ToneCloud presets!"
All effects by Desktop BIAS FX by Positive Grid.
In this video Stevie uses Bias FX to demo some effects. He says he uses it in the video's description.
heck out Jake Pitts of Black Veil Brides show a demonstration on how to get amazing guitar tone right from home with Bias FX Desktop. A quick walkthrough of the plugin for guitar, and bass, then a play through of Sons Of Night with Bias FX used for all the guitar tracks.
Like what you hear? Well you can download the exact tones Jake created in this video form the Tone Cloud. Just search for his presets.
JAKE PITTS TIGHT RHYTHM JAKE PITTS LEAD SOLO JAKE PITTS BASS
Album Usage
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