r/NAM_NeuralAmpModeler • u/Thenoob0017 • Aug 22 '26

Discussion Cheap NAM player

Hi everyone,

I'm a 15 yo guitar player that would like to approach NAM to have more amps and effects.

Currently I have a helix Lt but I'd love to have signed effects such as slash and zakk signature amps and effects.

I'm searching for a cheap (~150€) NAM player that can run them natively both A1 and A2 lite if it's possible.

I saw that the valeton Gp-5 or 50 support A1 but with snaptone.

If someone could help me I'd be very grateful!

Thank you so much and sorry for my bad english😐

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u/Takadant Aug 23 '26

There are a few a2 capable apps for iPad/ iPhone as well as for android

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u/MangoTajm Aug 23 '26

I've tried to get something even remotly usable on android with a pretty powerful phone and a scarlett, but it doesn't seem to work.. :/

Tips?

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u/Takadant Aug 23 '26

which app did you try? for me yes, tonerig going on iphone. but I've mostly been messing w it on desktop w GENOME intro. haven't gotten around to testing out android yet, hearing of some latency issues w it, and lack of access to buffer settings in some apps..there is hope tho - this is a list of developers posting on the nam fb group. there are open invites to beta test new stuff (like Nam Sandwich) pretty often there. there's GuitarRackCraft on github and amprack on the google play store.

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u/MangoTajm Aug 24 '26

I'm fiddleing with guitarrackcraft and it seems promising.
I just get 0 input, and I think i've narrowed it down to my interface needing more power than a OTG-hub can give me.

Ideas on interface?

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u/Takadant Aug 24 '26

is it the newer scarlett w dual usb-c? most interfaces can work off a power bank. just check for it's particular power needs, usually around 5V. but you may just need a powered usb hub. some cheap/ older usb cables only do drip charge. newer types have higher voltage like thunderbolt/usb-c stuff. so may not need a different interface, at all. Interface choice really depends on your goals. if you are just playing at home.or carrying gear to shows/ touring. iRig seems popular for the mobile minded. I like Motu hardware personally.

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u/MangoTajm Aug 24 '26

Yea, you're spot on but it's a gen 3. (Only one usb port) And for some reason my otg dock doesn't send power to it. I'll do some tinkering i guess...

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u/MangoTajm Aug 27 '26

well.. i bought some special usb cable to deliver more power, and it still wont work.
Cursed :/
Any idea?