Detail 01
100W rating
It is specified as a 100W power attenuator.
Product detailSKU #1500000276003
Tone KingIronman II Power Attenuator
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Ironman II is a 100W power attenuator for reducing an amp’s output while retaining power-tube overdrive and compression. Its reactive load circuit and transformer-coupled attenuation work between the amp and speaker, with separate 4, 8, and 16-ohm controls for amp and speaker matching. For direct workflows, its analog cabinet simulator supplies a balanced XLR DI output, while the line out can feed a mixer, interface, or power amp. An effects loop, presence cut, and included two-level footswitch broaden control on stage and in recording setups.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording directly through the analog cabinet simulator and balanced XLR DI output.
- Controlling amp volume while using power-tube overdrive and compression at lower levels.
- Switching between two attenuation levels with the included footswitch during a performance.
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.
Detail 02
Separate 4/8/16-ohm amp and speaker switches
Lets you set amp and speaker impedance independently, including mismatched values.
Detail 03
Analog cabinet simulator with XLR DI
Provides a direct output with speaker emulation for recording or front-of-house use.
Detail 04
Presence switch: 0, -3, or -6 dB
Offers treble-cut settings for an overly bright amp.
Detail 05
Dummy-load operation
It can run without a speaker for direct recording or driving another amp.
Detail 06
Hi/Lo and Solo controls
Provides listed attenuation choices and selectable Solo levels.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Set both the amplifier and speaker impedance controls to the values required by your setup.
- 02For direct use, choose the XLR DI’s ground, axis, and level settings to suit the connection.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I record without a speaker connected?
Yes. The Ironman II can operate as a 100W dummy load without a speaker for direct recording or driving another amp.
02Does it have a direct XLR output?
Yes. Its analog cabinet simulator includes a balanced XLR DI output with ground, axis, and level switches.
03Is a footswitch included?
Yes. The included footswitch toggles between two volume levels.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
4 detailsPickups & controls
- Amplifier Impedance Switch
- 4, 8 or 16 ohms
- Speaker Impedance Switch
- 4, 8 or 16 ohms
- XLR DI Output with Switches For
- GND, AXIS and LEVEL
- Switches
- Hi/Lo Switch and Solo
2 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 15
- Dimension
- 10.25 inch x 9.5 inch x 3.75 inch
4 detailsOther
- Hi
- -3dB, -7dB, -11dB, -15dB, -25dB, -35dB
- Lo
- -6dB, -10dB, -14dB, -18dB, -28dB, -38dB
- Solo
- 0dB, -4dB, -8dB, -12dB, -22dB and-32dB
- Presence
- 0dB, -3dB or -6dB