Hi folks, I hope you are having a good start to 2017.  I'm very pleased to announce that S-GEAR v2.6 is released and available for download.  This is a free upgrade for all existing S-GEAR customers.

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S-GEAR v2.6 includes excellent new cabinet models based on measurements of two vintage AC30 combo amplifiers acquired by us for the purpose of analysis and inspiration!  After several test measurements, we selected the best sounding speakers to include in the S-GEAR v2.6 release.

The SA30F refers to our '62 fawn combo and the SA30B refers to our '63 black combo. The cabinets themselves are almost identical, however the individual speakers sound different. The SA30F has a slightly brighter sound with a pleasing attack.  The SA30B is richer and more punchy.

Scuffham cabinet impulse responses are measured in our dedicated listening room which has been acoustically treated with a mixture of high quality absorbent panels and wooden diffusers along with large Hofa bass traps in the corners. The resulting impulses are free of any distinct early reflections, giving a natural frequency response and a precise sound.
 
Tax-Inclusive Pricing for 2017
As of January 2017 we are offering S-GEAR with tax-inclusive pricing.  This is a big deal for customers in certain parts of the world where VAT can add a significant chunk to the check-out price.  If you don't yet have an S-GEAR license, now is as good time to buy.
 
S-GEAR in the Slate Digital Everything Bundle
As some of you may know, S-GEAR is now part of the Slate Digital Everything Bundle.  The Everything Bundle is a subscription based product which includes the full collection of industry-leading Slate Digital audio plug-ins. Inclusion in the bundle has brought S-GEAR to the attention of a much wider audience. Steven and the Slate Digital team have shown great commitment to S-GEAR and we are pleased to be part of the project.
 
Development Activity
I know that many people are keen to know what we are working on and why there hasn't been any major features added to S-GEAR since Jan 2015.  Whilst it is great business to provide a continual flow of new releases, it is also important to take a pause from time to time and review the core technology that underpins the product. This is where my focus has been for the last 18 months.

Prior to launching S-GEAR, I spent the best part of two years developing the tube modelling technology which provides the foundation for all existing S-GEAR amps. These amps are still going strong and there is a growing user base of which a significant proportion constitutes professional musicians and producers.

My mission is to keep producing the best software based amps that I possibly can. This requires not only a commitment to continual research and experimentation, but also a commitment to quality, however long that takes to achieve. 

I am extremely grateful for the continual good will, support and enthusiasm shown by our customers.  It's makes me very happy to hear from customers for whom S-GEAR has become an integral part of their musical production process. This is exactly what I want to achieve.

Here's looking forward to a productive and exciting 2017.

Best Wishes,
Mike Scuffham

cclarry
S-GEAR v2.6 includes excellent new cabinet models based on measurements of two vintage AC30 combo amplifiers acquired by us for the purpose of analysis and inspiration!  After several test measurements, we selected the best sounding speakers to include in the S-GEAR v2.6 release.

The SA30F refers to our '62 fawn combo and the SA30B refers to our '63 black combo. The cabinets themselves are almost identical, however the individual speakers sound different. The SA30F has a slightly brighter sound with a pleasing attack.  The SA30B is richer and more punchy.

If I'm reading this right, they released AC-30 cabinets but not an AC-30 amp model?

They are combo amps

Magic Russ

cclarry
S-GEAR v2.6 includes excellent new cabinet models based on measurements of two vintage AC30 combo amplifiers acquired by us for the purpose of analysis and inspiration!  After several test measurements, we selected the best sounding speakers to include in the S-GEAR v2.6 release.

The SA30F refers to our '62 fawn combo and the SA30B refers to our '63 black combo. The cabinets themselves are almost identical, however the individual speakers sound different. The SA30F has a slightly brighter sound with a pleasing attack.  The SA30B is richer and more punchy.

If I'm reading this right, they released AC-30 cabinets but not an AC-30 amp model?

That is what it sounds like - I haven't downloaded the update yet. That would also seem to indicate what the next amp will likely be and it seems like a nice addition to the current line up.
 

It's just two new IRs.
He has explained the delay in developement, and has provided crazy value for S-Gear over the years. I expect some cool things in the future.
 

Done.

got the email during the night, downloaded, but i think i'll pass on installing, never use it anyway.
 
imo s-gear is a bit like most people after christmas dinner - over ate (d)

Updated. Both sound great with a Strat preset I'd set up using the Wayfarer amp. S Gear is my go to amp sim, I know these things are subjective but imho nothing else comes close.

Marshall
S Gear is my go to amp sim, I know these things are subjective but imho nothing else comes close.

Same here!

The Grim
got the email during the night, downloaded, but i think i'll pass on installing, never use it anyway.
 
imo s-gear is a bit like most people after christmas dinner - over ate (d)

very subjective position here... S-gear does it for me does not matter which of my guitars I play.