R&D Rockman V1 - USE CODE NC-RKMAN10 to get the Pack for £25 - Valid until next Core Pack is released.
 
Our profiles and presets leverage the best tools available, including NAM (Neural Amp Modeler) for amp modeling and Convology XT for high-quality convolution effects. Each pack is meticulously crafted to deliver hyper-realistic results, capturing the authentic character of the original gear. We also apply professional recording techniques to ensure studio-grade quality.
 
For example, our All-In-One (AIO) profiles include a full studio chain featuring high-quality preamps and compression. Importantly, we avoid applying pre-EQ to our profiles, allowing users to tailor the sounds to their specific musical projects without destructive EQ baked in. This approach preserves the richness of harmonic and frequency content, ensuring that users can shape their tones by cutting away excess frequencies rather than resorting to extreme EQ boosts, which can degrade phase integrity and fidelity.
 
Scholz R&D Rockman V1 
The Scholz R&D Rockman: A Brief Biography
 
The Scholz Research & Development Rockman, created by Tom Scholz, founder of the band Boston, stands as one of the most iconic pieces of guitar gear in music history. Introduced in the early 1980s, the Rockman revolutionized tone and recording for guitarists with its compact, versatile design. This headphone amp and effects processor became renowned for its signature "Rockman clean" sound and built-in effects like chorus and echo, delivering studio-quality tones in a portable format.
 
The Rockman allowed guitarists to plug directly into a mixing console or practice silently with headphones while maintaining a polished, professional sound. Its pristine clean tones and shimmering stereo effects defined the sound of many records in the 1980s. Its innovative design made it a go-to tool for studio recording, live performances, and home practice setups, and it remains a sought-after piece of vintage gear for capturing the signature tones of the '80s and early '90s.
 
Rockman Version 1
The Version 1 Rockman unit, featured in this pack, is the original model that shaped many iconic 1980s recordings. Prized for its unique tonal warmth and distinct characteristics, this version differs from later revisions, which lack the same legendary sound. Its influence on classic albums cements its status as one of the most sought-after vintage devices by collectors and musicians alike.
 
Notable Users of the Rockman
 
Tom Scholz: The creator used it extensively for Boston’s iconic tones, heard on hits like “More Than a Feeling” and “Amanda.”
 
Def Leppard: The shimmering clean and chorused tones defined their Hysteria album and other multi-platinum releases.
 
ZZ Top: Billy Gibbons used the Rockman for polished, processed tones on tracks like “Sleeping Bag” and “Stages.”
 
Joe Satriani: Used the Rockman for its clean, chorus-laden tones during his groundbreaking 1980s recordings.
 
Journey: Neal Schon incorporated the Rockman into live and studio work, contributing lush textures to their ballads.
 
Elliott Easton (The Cars): Enhanced his band’s signature sound with the Rockman’s clean choruses and punchy leads.
 
Inside the pack, you will find: Rockman Classic and Remastered Profiles in line with the Core Pack Profiles
 
Profiles for NAM (Neural Amp Modeler)
Amp and Speaker NAM Profiles
NAM is free and available here:
https://www.neuralampmodeler.com/
 
FX Presets for Convology XT
Convology XT FX Presets
Convology XT is free and available here:
https://wavearts.com/products/plugins/convology
 
What’s Included
 
Number of Profiles: Over 80 + profiles optimized for both single-coil and humbucker pickups.
Profile Types:
AIO (All-In-One): Complete profiles with a full studio chain for instant, professional tones.
DI Profiles: Perfect for integrating external pedals and amps.
Preamp Profiles: Focus on the tonal shaping and gain structure of the amp’s preamp section.
Pedal-Enhanced Profiles: Iconic sounds featuring effects like MXR Dynacomp, Tube Screamer, and Big Muff.
Pedal Platform Profiles: Neutral, balanced profiles designed to pair with your own pedalboard.
Quantum Speaker Profiles: QuickStart configurations with pre-blended mic setups for studio-grade tones.
 
Features
 
Pickup Optimization: Profiles tailored for single-coil and humbucker pickups to ensure tonal perfection.
Gain Range Flexibility: Clean, Crunch, and Drive profiles designed for both Rhythm and Lead playing.
Pedal Integration: Includes profiles enhanced with classic pedals like:
MXR Dynacomp: For compressed clean rhythms.
Ibanez TS10: Classic blues tones inspired by Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Big Muff: David Gilmour-inspired soaring leads.
Professional Effects Integration:
Convology XT presets featuring spring reverb, delay, and modulation effects inspired by iconic tracks.
Studio-quality convolution effects for seamless integration.
NAM-Compatible: Hyper-realistic amp modeling using the Neural Amp Modeler, free to download.
 
Convology XT FX Presets
 
This pack includes multiple presets designed to enhance your playing experience with studio-quality effects:
 
Legacy of the Rockman
 
The Scholz R&D Rockman left an indelible mark on the music industry, shaping countless hit records throughout the 1980s. Its innovative approach to tone and effects processing set new standards for portable guitar gear. Today, it remains a celebrated vintage classic, cherished for its unmistakable sound and influence on modern guitar effects processors.