GENOME vs BIAS X

GENOME9.1Visit BIAS X9.0Visit

Higher score GENOME #3 in Guitar Amp Software 9.1/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 2 of 2 features Visit Two notes

vs

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

• GENOME fits best

  Cross-platform users wanting AI and standalone use

• BIAS X fits best

  AI-assisted tone creation and deep routing

Advertiser disclosure: iTechGuides is reader-supported. Vendors can pay for top positions in our rankings and for a place on other products' pages, and we may earn a commission when you click some links. Bought places stand at the number bought; this page and our disclosure say so. Paying vendors may get a fuller, more detailed review from our editors, and that review can change their score. How we rank.

Side by side

Feature	GENOME 9.1/10 Visit ↗	BIAS X 9.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.1	9.0
Ranking	#3 in Guitar Amp Software	#4 in Guitar Amp Software
Best for	Cross-platform users wanting AI and standalone use	AI-assisted tone creation and deep routing
Pricing model	Free plan + paid	Paid
Starting price	—	$149 one-time
Free plan	✓ (best)	—
Free trial	14 days	—
Deployment	Desktop, Mobile	Cloud, Desktop
Platforms	Windows, macOS, iOS	Windows, macOS
Support	Tickets, Docs	Docs
Integrations	6 integrations	8 integrations
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market	Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features GENOME 2/2 · BIAS X 2/2
Standalone app	✓	✓
IR loader	✓	✓
Specs
Amp models	24 models	33 models (best)
Cabinet models	16 models	25 models (best)
Effects count	65 effects (best)	63 effects
Plugin formats	VST3, AU, AAX	AU, VST3, AAX
Supported platforms	macOS, Windows	macOS, Windows
Our review
Pros	Standalone and DAW plug-in operation across Windows, macOS, and iOS AI-enabled amplifier components plus CODEX capture playback Flexible routing, MIDI mapping, automation, and integrated IR loading	33 amps, 25 cabinets, and 63 effects Dual-amp, stereo, and parallel signal-chain routing Text-to-Tone and Music-to-Tone AI tools
Cons	Desktop and iOS require separate licenses unless using an Access Pass GENOME Intro has fewer amplifiers, pedals, cabinets, and studio effects The product is focused on guitar and bass tone shaping rather than broader production	No free plan is available The one-time price is $149 Desktop support is limited to macOS and Windows
Our verdict	GENOME is an amp-modeling and tone-shaping platform from Two notes Audio Engineering for guitarists, bassists, producers, and engineers. It runs as a standalone application or as a VST3, AU, or AAX plug-in inside compatible DAWs. The… Read the review →	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 →

Strengths and trade-offs

• GENOME — where it wins

  • Standalone and DAW plug-in operation across Windows, macOS, and iOS
  • AI-enabled amplifier components plus CODEX capture playback
  • Flexible routing, MIDI mapping, automation, and integrated IR loading

  Where it doesn't

  • Desktop and iOS require separate licenses unless using an Access Pass
  • GENOME Intro has fewer amplifiers, pedals, cabinets, and studio effects
  • The product is focused on guitar and bass tone shaping rather than broader production

• 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

• GENOME9.1/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

  A flexible cross-platform amp and tone-shaping platform with standalone and DAW workflows.

  Visit Two notesFull verdict →
• BIAS X9.0/10 · Paid

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

  Visit Positive GridFull verdict →