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NUXSolid Studio MKII Preamp, Power Amp Simulator and IR Loader Pedal - Blue

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NUX Solid Studio MKII Preamp, Power Amp Simulator and IR Loader Pedal - Blue
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Independent shopping perspective

The Korena take

NUX’s Solid Studio MKII combines preamp and power-amp simulation with a stereo IR loader in a pedal-sized format. Eight amp models, Cyber IR processing, and separately routable amp, IR, EQ and ambience blocks support direct-running rigs with 128 presets. The color LCD manages settings, while stereo balanced TRS outputs, a thru output and a headphone output cover the listed connection paths. USB-C adds audio-interface, MIDI, firmware-update and editor-software functions. The enclosure is one-piece die-cast aluminum.

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Strong match

Who this is for

  • Running direct to a PA or recording interface while recalling saved rig settings.
  • Building stereo cabinet simulations with separate left and right user IR slots.
  • Connecting a pedalboard signal to headphones, balanced outputs, or the dedicated thru output.

Consider the trade-offs

When to look elsewhere

  • Players who require a power supply in the box; none is included.
  • Players who need more than 128 saved preset locations.

What matters in use

The specifications, translated

Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.

NUX Solid Studio MKII Preamp, Power Amp Simulator and IR Loader Pedal - Blue construction detail

Detail 01

Cyber IR storage

Stores 60 user IRs for the left channel and 60 for the right channel.

Detail 02

Latency

Specified at 0.85 ms in bypass and 1.9 ms with an effect engaged.

Detail 03

I/O

Provides an instrument input, stereo aux input, stereo headphone output, two balanced TRS outputs and a thru output.

Detail 04

Ambience effects

Includes spring, plate, hall and room reverbs, plus several delay and echo options.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01Requires a 9V DC center-negative supply and draws less than 600 mA.
  2. 02A power supply is not included.
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Product questions

Before you decide

Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.

01Can it load stereo IRs?

Yes. Its Cyber IR engine supports dual 1024-sample stereo IRs and 60 user slots per side.

02Can it work as a USB audio interface?

Yes. USB-C supports audio-interface use, as well as MIDI, firmware updates and editor software.

03What comes with the pedal?

It includes a USB cable, user manual and NUX sticker.

Reference

Full specifications

The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.

3 detailsSound
Aux in Impedance
10 kOhm
Headphone Impedance
10 Ohm
Ambience Effects
Spring reverb, plate reverb, hall reverb, room reverb, phi delay, tape echo, analog delay, pan delay
2 detailsPickups & controls
Footswitches
True bypass on/off
Control Knobs
Amp, IR, EQ, Ambience, Output level, Phones level, Aux level
4 detailsBody & build
Color
Blue
Body Finish
Silver
Finish
Silver
Country of Origin
China
7 detailsConnections & power
Outputs
2 x 1/4 inch balanced TRS outputs (stereo with ground lift), 1 x 1/4 inch thru out
USB
USB-C (audio interface, firmware update, editor software)
Inputs
1 x 1/4 inch instrument input, 1 x 1/8 inch stereo aux in
MIDI
USB-C MIDI
Input Impedance
1 MOhm
Output Impedance
100 Ohm
Power Requirement
9V DC center-negative
2 detailsSize & weight
Weight
1
Dimensions
4.1 inch x 4.5 inch x 2.3 inch
2 detailsIn the box
Power Supply Included
N
Included Accessories
USB cable, user manual, NUX sticker
17 detailsOther
Modes
Normal, Inject
Headphones
1 x 1/8 inch stereo output
Ir Engine
Cyber IR™ technology (dual 1024-sample stereo IRs)
Latency
0.85 ms (bypass), 1.9 ms (effect engaged)
Current Draw
Less than 600 mA
D A Converter
AKM AK4454VN
Enclosure
One-piece die-cast aluminum chassis
Amp Modeling
TSAC-4K white-box physical amp modeling
Display
2.86 inch color LCD (960 x 376 pixels)
Knobs
Metal control knobs with LCD display interface
Dynamic Range
110 dB
Sampling Rate
48 kHz / 32-bit
Product Type
Amp and cabinet simulator pedal
Presets
128 preset slots
Series
Solid Studio MKII (NSS-6)
A D Converter
TI PCM1840
Ir Storage
60 left + 60 right user IR slots

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