Ample Sound Ample Guitar Rickenbacker 2023 Fr Hot !new! May 2026

This guide assumes you own the full version (not the lite trial) of Ample Guitar R released around 2023, which includes the upgraded Riffer, Strummer, and effects engine.

The Legacy of the "Ric" Sound

Before discussing the plugin, we must address the hardware. Rickenbacker guitars are synonymous with the British Invasion. Think of the Beatles' "Hard Day’s Night," the Byrds' "Mr. Tambourine Man," or the aggressive punch of Geddy Lee’s tone in Rush. That percussive, compressed, chime-like attack is incredibly hard to replicate with standard sample libraries.

Previous versions of Ample Guitar R (the standard Rickenbacker) were good, but users often complained about the lack of "grit" and modern playability. Enter 2023’s "FR" (Fretless/Real) Hot iteration. This isn't just a re-skin; it is a complete re-engineering of the engine to handle high-gain and high-energy playing styles. ample sound ample guitar rickenbacker 2023 fr hot

Why “Hot” is the Keyword for 2023

Let’s talk about the sonic character. If you play a standard Ample Guitar Rickenbacker, it sounds like a pristine 1964 model in a studio. Clean. Polite. Jingling.

The 2023 FR Hot sounds like that same guitar cranked through a vintage Vox AC30 with the top boost engaged and a treble booster on the floor. It’s aggressive. It’s biting. It’s alive. This guide assumes you own the full version

Cons:

• Learning curve for the Strummer engine (watch the 45-minute tutorial).
• The “Hot” version might be too aggressive for soft ballads.
• Price: $179 is steep for hobbyists, but standard for pro virtual guitars.

In the Mix: How to Use It

The beauty of the Ample Guitar Rickenbacker 2023 FR is its versatility. Here is how to use it in your next track:

• The "Beatles" Clean: Dial back the gain, engage the "Standard" pickup mode, and use the Capo feature to play high-up chord invocations. Instant A Hard Day's Night.
• The "Tom Petty" Drive: Switch to the "Hot" pickup simulation. Add a light crunch on the amp sim. Play open chords in the key of E or A. You’ll get that muscular, rock-and-roll heartland sound.
• The "New Wave" Shimmer: Layer the guitar with a chorus plugin and a dotted-eighth delay. The "Hot" setting ensures the guitar cuts through a heavy synthesizer mix without getting lost.

Use Cases for the “Hot” Version:

• Indie Rock Anthems: Think “Reptilia” by The Strokes. That percussive, mid-range bark is exactly what this VST delivers.
• Post-Punk Revival: The chorus and flanger effects on a hot Rickenbacker give you that Johnny Marr-on-steroids tone.
• Pop Punk Power Chords: Forget humbuckers. A hot Rickenbacker chugging through an 808 bass adds unique texture.

Is the 2023 FR Hot Worth the Upgrade?

If you already own an older Ample Sound Rickenbacker, the 2023 FR Hot is not a minor patch. It’s a fundamental re-voicing of the instrument. The “Hot” samples are more forward, more present, and require less EQ sculpting to cut through a dense mix. The Legacy of the "Ric" Sound Before discussing

For new users: This is arguably the best Rickenbacker simulation on the market in 2024. Competitors like Native Instruments’ Electric Sunburst or Impact Soundworks’ Archtop don’t capture the raw, mid-range snarl of the Rickenbacker the way Ample Sound does.

4. The Double/Triple Tracking Module

Rickenbackers are famous for their chorus-like sound due to the dual pickups. The "FR Hot" version includes a Stereo Spread Modulator. You can now generate double-tracked takes from a single MIDI performance, panning the "hot" signal hard left and a slightly delayed, clean signal hard right. This creates the massive wall of sound heard on early U2 records.

10. Limitations and common complaints

• Some users note minor sample repetition on very fast single-note runs if round-robins are limited.
• Emulated sympathetic resonance may not fully match the complex feel of a real Rickenbacker.
• Preset dependency: Great results often require custom EQ/FX to sit in a mix.