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Tone King Ironman II Power Attenuator


Description
The Tone King Ironman II is a 100W precision power attenuator allowing tube amp enthusiasts to achieve rich, natural overdrive at any volume. The Ironman II is crafted with a tuned reactive load circuit and gives transformer-coupled attenuation to preserve your amp's tone while reducing output. Along with an analog cabinet simulator for recording use, the Tone King Ironman II is a versatile attenuator for any amp.
Reactive Load and Transformer-Coupled Attenuation
The Ironman II's reactive load impedance curve matches your speaker's complex impedance, enabling your amp to respond as if connected to a real cabinet. Its transformer-coupled attenuation divides power between your speaker and the reactive load, safeguarding tone at each volume setting. The result is authentic power tube saturation and compression at whisper-quiet levels.
Analog Cabinet Simulation for Recording
An all-analog cabinet simulator provides balanced XLR DI out with speaker emulation for recording or front-of-house use. Select between center or edge microphone placement and ground lift options to match your needs. Compared to digital IRs, the Ironman II's analog circuit achieves a rich, nuanced speaker tone that brings your amp's sound to life in the studio or on stage.
Unparalleled Control and Versatility
The Ironman II grants an unparalleled level of control over your tone. Its dual impedance controls enable you to match your amp and speaker impedances, even if mismatched. An effects loop allows the insertion of pedals between the attenuator and speaker. A presence switch provides -3dB and -6dB treble cut options to compensate for an overly bright amp. An included footswitch toggles between two volume levels for lead boosts. Run the Ironman II as a 100-watt dummy load without a speaker for recording direct or driving another amp. A line-out jack feeds mixing boards, audio interfaces, or power amps.
Roadworthy and Built to Last
Housed in a rugged steel chassis with durable powder coating, the Ironman II is built for life on the road. Its components are hand-selected and wired to exacting standards for years of reliable service.



Specs
- SOLO: 0dB, -4dB, -8dB, -12dB, -22dB and-32dB
- HI: -3dB, -7dB, -11dB, -15dB, -25dB, -35dB
- LO: -6dB, -10dB, -14dB, -18dB, -28dB, -38dB
- Presence: 0dB, -3dB or -6dB
- Switches: Hi/Lo Switch and Solo
- 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
- 1/4" Line Out
- Foot Switch jack - foot switch is included
- 12V DC Jack - use the included power supply
- Dimension: 10.25" x 9.5" x 3.75"
- Weight: 15 lb.
Reviews
5
4 Reviews
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
- Home Studio4
- Amateur Recording3
- Outdoor Events / Games3
- Performances3
- Professional Recording1
- Experienced4
- Easy To Use4
- Excellent Sound4
Reviewed by 4 customers
Should have purchased this a long time ago!
Verified Buyer
submitted7 months ago
byMark
fromHuntsville
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
This attenuator sounds and feels so natural. Enabled me to use my Deluxe Reverb Reissue when others are in the house. Now I can enjoy natural tube distortion without damaging my hearing. So easy to use. I did a lot of research before purchasing, and it paid off! #sweepstakes
Best Attenuator. !
submitteda year ago
byRick
fromMaryland
Does not color your sound
Sounds great no tone loss
Verified Buyer
submitted2 years ago
byCharles
fromVancouver Washington
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
sounds great at home with deluxe reverb and hot rod deluxe
Sounds great no tone loss
Verified Buyer
submitted2 years ago
byCharles
fromVancouver Washington
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
Sounds great with my Hot Rod Deluxe and Deluxe Reverb at home no noticeable tone loss
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Q&A
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submitted2 years ago
asked byBoat
fromAustin, TX
Any way for this to handle a 2ohm amp like a super reverb?
No, it is what it is: 4, 8 or 16.submitted3 years ago
asked bySteve E
fromSaginaw Mi
I have a Marshall 2061 20watt. Is there a difference tone wise between the 100w vs 30w?
Goodness yes.submitted4 years ago
asked byCJ
fromundisclosed
Would it be safe to use this with a 60 watt tube amp?
Yessubmitted4 years ago
asked byPaco CD
fromGuadalajara, Jalisco. México
Does the Tone King Ironman II can handle in any way a 150 watt amp?
Unfortunately, no