BIAS X vs Amp Locker

BIAS X9.0Visit ALAmp Locker8.3Visit

Higher score BIAS X #4 in Guitar Amp Software 9.0/10 Paid ✓ 2 of 2 features Visit Positive Grid

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AL Amp Locker #11 in Guitar Amp Software 8.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 2 features Visit Audio Assault

• BIAS X fits best

  AI-assisted tone creation and deep routing

• Amp Locker fits best

  Feature-rich users on Linux or desktop

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Side by side

Feature	BIAS X 9.0/10 Visit ↗	ALAmp Locker 8.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.0	8.3
Ranking	#4 in Guitar Amp Software	#11 in Guitar Amp Software
Best for	AI-assisted tone creation and deep routing	Feature-rich users on Linux or desktop
Pricing model	Paid	Free plan + paid
Starting price	$149 one-time	—
Free plan	—	✓ (best)
Free trial	—	—
Deployment	Cloud, Desktop	Cloud, Desktop
Platforms	Windows, macOS	Windows, macOS, Linux
Support	Docs	Email, Community, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market	Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features BIAS X 2/2 · Amp Locker 2/2
Standalone app	✓	✓
IR loader	✓	✓
Specs
Amp models	33 models	111 models (best)
Cabinet models	25 models	Not checked yet
Effects count	63 effects	74 effects (best)
Plugin formats	AU, VST3, AAX	AU, VST3, RTAS, AAX
Supported platforms	macOS, Windows	Windows, macOS, Linux
Our review
Pros	33 amps, 25 cabinets, and 63 effects Dual-amp, stereo, and parallel signal-chain routing Text-to-Tone and Music-to-Tone AI tools	111 verified amp models and 74 effects on the subscription tier Standalone app, DAW plug-in support, MIDI, and Windows, macOS, and Linux 3D cabinets, movable microphones, and third-party IR loading
Cons	No free plan is available The one-time price is $149 Desktop support is limited to macOS and Windows	Linux compatibility can vary by distribution The subscription excludes 3D cab add-on packs Certain signature amp simulations are excluded from the subscription
Our verdict	BIAS X is Positive Grid’s desktop guitar multi-effects software and plugin for creating, matching, and shaping guitar tones. It suits guitarists, producers, and recording users who want amp, cabinet, effect, and routing options in one… Read the review →	Amp Locker is Audio Assault’s guitar amp simulation environment for musicians, producers, and recording engineers who want virtual amplifiers, pedals, rack effects, cabinets, and microphone positioning in one software suite. It runs as a… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• BIAS X — where it wins

  • 33 amps, 25 cabinets, and 63 effects
  • Dual-amp, stereo, and parallel signal-chain routing
  • Text-to-Tone and Music-to-Tone AI tools

  Where it doesn't

  • No free plan is available
  • The one-time price is $149
  • Desktop support is limited to macOS and Windows

• Amp Locker — where it wins

  • 111 verified amp models and 74 effects on the subscription tier
  • Standalone app, DAW plug-in support, MIDI, and Windows, macOS, and Linux
  • 3D cabinets, movable microphones, and third-party IR loading

  Where it doesn't

  • Linux compatibility can vary by distribution
  • The subscription excludes 3D cab add-on packs
  • Certain signature amp simulations are excluded from the subscription

• BIAS X9.0/10 · Paid

  A broad guitar rig for AI-assisted tone creation, routing, and DAW workflows.

  Visit Positive GridFull verdict →
• ALAmp Locker8.3/10 · Free plan

  A broad amp-and-effects suite with Linux support, standalone use, and detailed cabinet control.

  Visit Audio AssaultFull verdict →