Professional amp tones, effects and cabinet simulation in one portable pedal.
The M-VAVE Black Box is an all-in-one guitar and bass amp modeler designed for musicians who want premium sound without carrying a large pedalboard or amplifier. Combining amp modeling, cabinet simulation, IR loading, modulation effects, delays, reverbs and USB recording into one compact unit, it’s perfect for practicing, recording, rehearsing and live performance.
With over 60 studio-quality effects, 20 amp models, rechargeable battery power and Bluetooth connectivity, the Black Box gives you everything you need to create inspiring tones wherever you play.
Key Features
- Portable guitar and bass amp modeler
- Over 60 built-in effects
- 20 realistic amp models
- 20 cabinet IR slots
- Supports custom IR loading
- 80 editable presets
- Rechargeable battery with up to 10 hours of play time
- USB-C recording interface
- Bluetooth music playback
- Headphone output for silent practice
- Footswitch control for live performance
- Compatible with Windows, Mac, iOS and Android editor software
Perfect For
- Electric guitar
- Bass guitar
- Home recording
- Silent practice
- Live performance
- Church musicians
- Travel practice
- Studio sessions
- Content creators
- YouTube musicians
Professional Amp Modeling
The Black Box includes 20 carefully modeled guitar and bass amplifiers, allowing you to recreate everything from sparkling clean tones to vintage crunch and modern high-gain distortion. Switch between presets instantly for different songs or playing styles.
Load Your Own Cabinet IRs
Create your own signature sound by loading custom impulse response (IR) cabinet files. The Black Box includes 20 IR slots and supports 44.1kHz / 24-bit mono WAV impulse responses with 1024 sample processing, giving you the flexibility to use your favorite speaker cabinet simulations.
60+ Built-In Guitar Effects
Shape your tone using a wide range of professional effects including:
- Noise Gate
- Boost
- Compressor
- 20 Amp Models
- 3-Band EQ
- Modulation Effects
- Delay
- Reverb
- Cabinet Simulation
The signal chain is fully customizable, allowing you to rearrange effects to match your preferred workflow.
80 Editable Presets
Store up to 80 custom presets for different guitars, basses, songs or genres. Easily edit, rename, backup and share presets using the desktop or mobile editor.
USB Audio Interface
The Black Box doubles as a USB audio interface, making it easy to record directly into your DAW without additional hardware. It supports 24-bit / 44.1kHz audio recording and loopback functionality for streaming, online lessons and content creation.
Bluetooth Audio Streaming
Practice along with backing tracks or your favorite songs using built-in Bluetooth audio playback while monitoring through headphones or your connected audio system.
Perfect for Silent Practice
Connect headphones directly to the Black Box and enjoy realistic amp tones without disturbing others. The rechargeable battery provides over 10 hours of continuous playing, making it ideal for travel, hotel rooms and late-night practice.
Easy Tone Editing
Free editor software is available for Windows, macOS, iOS and Android, allowing you to:
- Edit presets
- Import custom IR files
- Swap presets
- Backup settings
- Update firmware
- Restore factory settings
Compact and Travel Friendly
Weighing only 410 grams, the Black Box easily fits into a gig bag or backpack while providing professional-quality tones anywhere inspiration strikes.
Specifications
Effects
60+ Built-in Effects
Amp Models
20
Cabinet IR Slots
20
Presets
80 User Presets
Sample Rate
44.1kHz / 24-bit
Battery
2000mAh Rechargeable Lithium Battery
Battery Life
Up to 10 Hours
Inputs
1 × 1/4″ Instrument Input
Outputs
1 × 1/4″ Output
1 × 3.5mm Headphone Output
USB
USB-C Audio Interface and Charging
Bluetooth
Audio Playback Supported
Dimensions
113 × 109 × 41 mm
Weight
410 g
Package Includes
- M-VAVE Black Box Amp Modeler
- USB-C Charging Cable
- User Manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use custom IR files?
Yes. The Black Box supports importing your own 44.1kHz / 24-bit mono WAV impulse response files.
Can I record directly to my computer?
Yes. It functions as a USB audio interface for recording into DAWs such as Logic Pro, Cubase, Reaper, Ableton Live and Studio One.
Does it work for bass guitar?
Yes. The Black Box includes dedicated bass amp models and cabinet simulations in addition to guitar presets.
Can I practice silently?
Absolutely. Simply connect headphones to enjoy realistic amp tones without using a traditional amplifier.
How long does the battery last?
The built-in rechargeable battery provides up to 10 hours of continuous use on a full charge.
Why Choose the M-VAVE Black Box?
The M-VAVE Black Box combines an amp modeler, multi-effects processor, IR loader, USB recording interface and Bluetooth practice tool into one compact pedal. Whether you’re practicing at home, recording in the studio or performing live, it delivers impressive tone, portability and flexibility at an exceptional value.
