Brian Walton

Same - and FYI on the error:

PSA This requires a physical ilok or the dreaded cloud auth. Does not support the local computer authorization like a decent company would Also the link they send you to login after filling out the form is some tracking link

I'm thankful that making hit sounding tracks for money was never my intent of picking up an instrument. For those who's income is dependent on pumping out release ready tracks that sound like the top 200, I'd be terrified.

Only 553 more participants until it hits the highest tier and all will be unlocked. I'd be surprised if this doesn't happen by tomorrow.

It is certainly counterintuitive. I mean, in what world would buying a full version not qualify but what is typically cheaper (an upgrade) qualify? Only world this makes sense in is IKM. This is the nonsense to deal with to get a pretty epic group buy. They really need to work on the wording and versions though. We have seen Pro, MAX, CS, SE, (no version explanation beyond a product name), then you have upgrade versions of these different products. and then MAX for some products doesn't even come with everything. It is a nightmare until you actually do a bunch of research.

Exactly, the full version does not count and is excluded. As it is not an upgrade version, only upgrade versions of that product qualify. Full Version = Non-Upgrade Version Upgrade Version = Upgrade Version

There is a version you purchase outright - this is a non-upgrade version. Typically this costs more than an upgrade version, but because of some promos there are times where this costs dramatically less, such as the deal you are seeing and why IKM is excluding them. Upgrade version they seem so to have more set controls on currently so you wouldn't be getting an upgrade version for $30 outside of a pricing error is what I'm gathering. And an "upgrade" version, which means you already have one lower tier version. The word they use isn't "upgradable" it is "upgrade."

States pretty clearly in the terms and conditions that non-upgrade versions of Amplitude don't qualify. So I'd consider it a risky move.

Yeah, but it looks kind of rusty. Easy pass for me.

Top of the class is a phrase that doesn't necessarily mean the singular best but is in one of the top percentile ranges. VSL Id also give a similar designation. They are effectively different flavors due to mic placement and mics used and there is certainly some subjectivity of preference given how close they are in response and sound quality. The VSL libraries are also in the 50GB per piano range and tend to be more expensive.

Christopher took care of it with the direct links, but FYI those links are the product center not that actual app installers, you can see by hovering over them

Update files downloaded ok today.

I'm sure it is too early to tell, but the addition of part based things (intro, verse, chorus, bridge, etc) when it generates content seems like a valuable improvement if it is capable of generating things worth using. With that discount code above, it make an upgrade $7.

Having issues:

hmmmm..

Not an expert here, but they have a table on what is included. I own MAX (and also got the Master EQ which doesn't even come with max) But my understanding is on the paid tiers the difference is the modules it includes (and then some presets wtihin the app use certain modules) https://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/tr6/index.php?p=versions If you don't want something that costs "Max" levels, you could get in at the Pro tier and then use some of the GB selection to grab some of the modules. (I mean who actually uses 7 tape emulations)?

https://musicsoftwaredeals.com/price-history/decoda-by-zplane/

100% the same .

I didn't go to checkout but mine goes from greyed out to available for $10 when I login to my account that has v2 registered. Did you have v1 or v2 registered in the account?

Massive 60 capture pack, and yes it sounds and feels great (IMO better than the Amalgam TONEX captures of the Chimera). Seriously, these are worth it. V2 captures both full Amp and Cab as well as DI + IRs included. I've only tried the TONEX pack but other platforms are also available. Free in exchange for the typical email address sign up https://www.thetoneshepherd.com/chime-form

Sounds like you wasted $99. At the $199 tier you basically could get everything offered in the group buy (more or less), by selecting the "upgrade" or full version (depending on what is offered to you) for all the major software packages (Amplitube, T-Racks, Modo Drum, Modo Bass, Hammond, Miroslav, Sampletank, ARC, Then there are 13 Tonex Tone packs to grab, 9 Pianoverse Pianos I think that is 30 and the GB is at 32 and counting Maybe Amplitube full version lacks some of the add-ons (as I'm not sure if the GB includes the "v2 or not), I'm not sure since I have everything. But realistically how many add packs would you need or use when you have TONEX captures you can integrate into Amplitube? (the answer for me is none other than to pull one up and see how much better TONEX is). If it doesn't include the V2 stuff, then yes, yo would want to all the "X-Series" pedals. But the GB will certainly hit the 4 needed for that.

Remember those "Forever-29" vouchers? I do, and I also remember getting the email stating they were going to expire and that you had a limited time to redeem them no matter how many you accumulated.

I'm sure they are busy with the massive influx of sales/support going on right now. You can see earlier in the thread I opened a ticket because I registered a pedal and didn't get the group buy (this was before hardware was part of the GB). I got a fairly prompt response that hardware was not included. Well, within 2 days they updated the policy to include hardware so I opened another ticket. They responded within a day on that one. Of course, I bought in early and I'm sure the ticket volume has exploded due to the number of participants.

I'd contact customer support. I agree it seems confusing as it clearly states non-upgrade versions are excluded, but if you scroll down to see qualifying Amplitube 5 titles, it seems like the full version is included. (but still think ToneX One was the way to go on this deal (but do your own research to make sure the tier would be of value to you )

Honestly you should have bought Tonex One and gotten a pedal with the deal. That would have unlocked the $199 USD tier and likely gotten you everything your heart desires by the time the GB is over. I know it sounds crazy but I'm actually surprised they gave you anything given the GB excludes any non-upgrade version of Amplitube or Tonex. As we have seen, including my own posts, they are pretty strict about the rules.