IK Multimedia has unveiled the Brown Sound Anthology, a meticulously crafted tribute to one of rock guitar’s most transformative sonic legacies. The release includes three limited-edition TONEX ONE pedals – each pre-loaded with exclusive Tone Models – and two new Signature Collections for TONEX, completing a three-part series that charts the explosive evolution of the Brown Sound across six genre-defining albums.
Few players left as indelible a mark on the electric guitar as Eddie Van Halen, in 1978, stepped into Sunset Sound Studios and unleashed a tone that would echo through rock history. His revolutionary approach redefined what the instrument could be, spawning legions of imitators and fans, none more dedicated than the team behind IK’s Brown Sound Collection.
To capture this era-spanning sonic journey, IK Multimedia partnered with renowned Brown Sound authority Jim Gaustad. The result is 150 Tone Models that dive deep into the details behind the recordings. With painstaking precision and an uncompromising dedication to authenticity, this collection delivers both faithful recreations and creatively inspired interpretations of the original tones.
The first installment, Brown Sound 78/79, was released in May to widespread acclaim. These Tone Models don’t just reproduce gear – they channel the raw attitude, explosive feel, and unmistakable sonic character of an era that forever changed the landscape of guitar music. From exacting recreations to alternate speaker configurations and speculative mic placements, it’s all here in stunning clarity. Every limited-edition TONEX ONE pedal comes bundled with this collection – a software value of $99.99.
Next in the trilogy, Brown Sound 80/81 explores a darker, moodier chapter in the artist’s tone. These 50 Tone Models reflect a heavier edge and a swaggering rhythmic punch captured across two albums. From molten riffs to scorching leads, this set distills the essence of the Brown Sound’s hardening evolution, giving players access to tones that shaped a generation of guitar heroes.
Rounding out the trilogy is Brown Sound 82/84, a collection that captures the sound of an artist reaching for polished, radio-ready power while maintaining that unmistakable edge. These 50 models showcase greater clarity, tighter production, and refined aggression as the Brown Sound matured into a more intricate and melodic beast. It’s the final chapter of a tone odyssey that inspired countless studio and stage moments.
Each limited-edition TONEX ONE pedal – available in white, red, and yellow – features 20 handpicked presets from all three collections and includes the Brown Sound 78/79 collection plus a choice of 80/81 or 82/84. Get all three TONEX ONE pedals here for $249.99.
