The Ample Guitar Rickenbacker (AGRB) by Ample Sound is a premier virtual instrument designed to bring the iconic "chime and jangle" of a vintage Rickenbacker 330 to modern digital audio workstations. Released in late 2022 and gaining significant traction throughout 2023, this library is a cornerstone for producers seeking the classic British Pop tones popularized by legendary bands like The Beatles and The Who. The Iconic Sound: Rickenbacker 330
The effects section is another area where the plugin truly shines. With a comprehensive selection of high-quality effects, including reverb, delay, distortion, and EQ, users can easily craft the perfect sound. The effects are also highly customizable, allowing users to create unique and complex soundscapes.
In the Mix: How to Use It
The beauty of the Ample Guitar Rickenbacker 2023 FR is its versatility. Here is how to use it in your next track:
- Next-Gen Strumming Logic: The 2023 update makes the automatic strum patterns breathe like a real player. The humanization parameters (downstroke/upstroke velocity randomization) are miles ahead of any other virtual guitar.
- Doubled Articulations: They added more fret noises, pick scrapes, and—crucially—sympathetic resonance. When you play chords, the open strings ring with that signature Ric shimmer.
- FX Rework: The built-in amp sim is actually usable now. The Vox-style AC30 model paired with the Ric bridge pickup? Pure 1965.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ (minus half a star only because of the steep price and steep learning curve).
