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Alex Lifeson Legacy Tonex Signature Collection

Over 5 Decades of Iconic Tones

The Alex Lifeson Legacy Signature Collection unlocks the tone vaults of one of rock’s most innovative sonic architects. It features 4 amplifiers never before captured in Tonex, handpicked by Alex as key landmarks from his 50+ year tone journey.

The Alex Lifeson Legacy Tonex Signature Collection is a launchpad for creative tone-seekers exploring the farthest edges of electrifying, inspiring, and iconic guitar sounds. More than just tones crafted by Alex, it's a foundation to ignite your creative and tonal journey into new directions.

The Lifeson Legacy

Alex Lifeson pushed the boundaries of what a rock guitarist could achieve, blending technical virtuosity with deep emotional expression. His legacy is one of innovation, creativity, and a refusal to be confined to the traditional role of a guitarist, making him one of the most influential figures in the history of rock music.

The Amps Behind a Guitar Legend

From coveted vintage treasures to his LERXST signature amplifier, these guitar tones have shaped iconic albums like Moving Pictures and Clockwork Angels while powering Rush’s legendary live performances. The Alex Lifeson Legacy spans over 5 decades of one artist’s relentless pursuit of tone perfection.

Marshall 4140 Club and Country 2x12 combo

5 Amp + Cab Tone Models

Modeled for the first time in Tonex, this rare and unique combo amplifier was the key to Alex discovering his voice on guitar. Boasting a distinctive ‘clean-yet-dirty’ sound that pairs wonderfully with delay and modulation effects and an airy, open tone from the modeled open-back cabinet, this is THE sound of “Moving Pictures” and a fresh flavor of classic ‘British’ tone.

Marshall 6100 30th Anniversary “Curly” with a 1960BV straight 4x12 cabinet

10 Amp + Cab Tone Models

One of the most versatile amp designs yet produced, ‘Curly’ played an essential role in providing Alex with every era of ‘British’ guitar tone on stage and in the studio. From his roots in British blues and early rock players to the massive arena rock and metal tones he defined for himself, Alex relied on ‘Curly,’ leaving no stone unturned in the pursuit of epic rock guitar sounds.

Hughes & Kettner TriAmp with a H&K straight 4x12 cabinet

5 Amp + Cab Tone Models

These Tone Models are based on one of Alex’s first signature amplifiers, the backbone of Rush guitar tones from the late 1990s through the early 2000s, offering a smooth, modern flavor of gain. This amp is the ideal ‘Swiss army knife’ problem-solver in any dense guitar mix, effortlessly tweakable with sounds ranging from crystalline cleans to massive, almost hi-fi distorted tones.

LERXST OMEGA With A LERXST OMEGA 4x12 Cabinet

5 Amp + Cab Tone Models

The culmination of a 5-decade tone journey, the LERXST OMEGA is Alex’s current signature amplifier and is a perfect sonic replica of the amps used on Rush’s “Clockwork Angels” album. With a straightforward 2-channel design with switchable clipping modes, the LERXST OMEGA combines the best of all his previous favorites into one inspiring amp.

These Lifeson Tone Models capture every nuance of what makes the OMEGA great: a gutsy, clean sound; a roaring classic rock rhythm tone; a smooth, high-gain lead tone; and massive tonal depth and detail provided by modeled captures of the LERXST oversized 4x12. It’s everything you need to explore the next frontier of rock guitar.

Explore A Universe of Tone

Tonex is a complete ecosystem of tone based on a powerful new AI Machine Modeling™ technology which lets you experience thousands of ultra-realistic Tone Models of amps and pedals today with the promise of unlimited new tones tomorrow. Play, practice and record as a standalone plug-in inside your favorite DAW and live with Tonex Pedal . Or model the tone of any amp, cabinet, combo or pedal, all with a sonic accuracy that’s virtually indistinguishable from the real thing. Instantly play up to 1,100+ Premium Tone Models already available plus browse, demo and download over 33K Tone Models available on ToneNET in Tonex. Easily add more Premium tones to your library with Tone Partner and signature collections. From rare one-of-a-kind vintage amps to modern rigs, Tonex makes it affordable to own the most sought-after gear in the world.

Instant access

Signature Collections can be used with any version of Tonex including the free Tonex CS and Tonex for iPhone/iPad. You’ll have immediate access to your Signature Collections inside Tonex software. After purchasing, locate your collection inside Tonex software then select download. All the Tone Models will be available on your local library to play, practice and record.

Play Signature Collections live on stage

Tonex Pedal lets you store and play AI Machine Modeling Tone Models live on stage. Use the included librarian to transfer any Premium, free, Tone Partner, or Signature Collection Tone Model right to the pedal for your next gig, tour or recording session. Take the most sought-after gear anywhere.

Tonex for MAC PC

Tonex for Mac/PC offers an intuitive, easy-to-use workflow to keep you in your creative zone. Play, practice and record as a standalone or plug-in inside your favorite DAW or directly inside AmpliTube 5. Always have the best possible tones right at your fingertips.

Tonex in AmpliTube 5

Tone Models function just like other AmpliTube amplifiers, cabs or pedals. They can be used alongside any gear models you own to build custom signal chains and save as presets for easy recall. The combination of Tonex and AmpliTube 5 represents the most advanced tone powerhouse on the planet today.

Tonex on the go

Tonex for iPhone/iPad lets you access your Premium Tone Model library anywhere with seamless sync for a limitless supply of inspiration. Tonex puts the world’s most iconic guitar and bass gear right in your pocket with realism like you never imagined. Just add an iRig for a killer practice rig on the go.