The Essentials to Know About the Two notes Torpedo Captor X 8 Loadbox
- Attenuator for tube amps with 3 levels (Home, Small Venue, Full Power) to push your amp without suffering from the volume.
- Reactive 8 Ohm loadbox (100 W RMS) + speaker simulation and IR loader for recording or direct console/interface playing.
- Two XLR outputs with Stereo, Dual Mono, or Dry/Wet routings to suit live and studio settings.
- Built-in effects (Twin Tracker, Stereo Reverb, Enhancer, Voicing, noise gate) and advanced control via Torpedo Remote.
A Modern Must-Have in the Torpedo Family to Tame Tube Amps
The Torpedo Captor X 8 continues the line of Two notes solutions designed to preserve the
feel of a real amp while gaining control. The idea is simple: benefit from a
reactive loadbox (thus a more natural interaction with your amp head), then choose an ultra-detailed virtual mic capture thanks to Torpedo technology based on
IRs. This provides a consistent, repeatable "studio" sound that can be used anywhere, from home studio to stage.
Who Is It For, and In What Contexts?
The Captor X 8 targets guitarists (and bassists) who love their tube amps but must deal with modern constraints: neighbors, rehearsals, silent stage, late-night recording. It suits both intermediate musicians who want easy recording and professionals seeking a reliable
DI solution with consistent output. Blues, rock, metal, pop, ambient: just adapt the virtual speaker, mic, and room to fit the style. Whether on a pedalboard or a light rack, it's a highly effective tool for live and studio use.
Key Features: IRs, Routing, Remote Control, and Creative Processing
The virtual mic capture goes deep: each virtual speaker offers a "handheld mic" approach with an enormous level of precision (up to 160,000 mic positions per speaker). The two XLR outputs allow working in
stereo,
Dual Mono (front and monitors with different EQ and reverb settings), or
Dry/Wet (processed and raw amp signals simultaneously). For playing, you also enjoy immersive
headphone monitoring. On the device, quick controls simplify life:
Out Level,
Voicing,
Space, preset selection (1 to 6), and
In Level (High / Low). Finally, internal effects add width and character:
Twin Tracker to instantly thicken,
Stereo Reverb with Space control,
Enhancer (Body, Brilliance, Thickness), and a
noise gate with learning mode (Learn).
Sound
The Torpedo Captor X 8 is designed to preserve your amp's
dynamics and attack while offering a controlled tonal color through virtual speakers. The sound can remain natural and "organic" by choosing subtle combinations or become more modern and wide thanks to
Voicing,
Twin Tracker, and
stereo reverb. The response to playing remains very expressive: pick nuances, guitar volume, and amp saturation translate convincingly, with a "pushed amp" feel even at low volume.
Technical Specifications
Loadbox and Attenuation
- Reactive and compact loadbox: 8 Ohm, 100 W RMS
- Attenuator for tube amps: Home (-38 dB), Small Venues (-20 dB), Large Venues (0 dB)
Speaker Simulation and IR
- Torpedo technology based on impulse responses (IR) for virtual speakers
- Dual IR loader: 512 memory slots for third-party IRs
- Includes 32 Two notes Virtual Speakers
- 128 preset slots
- Instant favorite preset selection on the device (PRESET)
- Choice among 8 mics per speaker and 8 acoustic simulations
- Control via Torpedo Remote (including mic positioning)
- Ability to test over 300 Virtual Speakers via Torpedo Remote (Internet connection required)
- Access to official speakers (MESA/Boogie, Celestion, Orange, Suhr, REVV, etc.) via the Two notes store
Routing and Processing
- DI XLR outputs: 3 routings (Stereo, Dual Mono, Dry/Wet)
- Dual Mono: sends signals with different EQ and reverb level settings to front and monitors
- Dry/Wet: one output with speaker simulation, one output with raw amp signal
- Silent playing: immersive headphone output
- Stereo Reverb with Space control on the device
- EQ: semi-parametric in Torpedo Remote, Voicing control on the device
- Twin Tracker: real-time "virtual guitarist"
- Enhancer: controls for Body, Brilliance, Thickness
- Noise gate with auto-calibration (Learn)
Connectivity
- SPEAKER INPUT: 6.35mm unbalanced jack (TS)
- SPEAKER OUTPUT: 6.35mm unbalanced jack (TS)
- PHONES (headphone output): 6.35mm balanced jack (TRS)
- LEFT/RIGHT: DI XLR outputs
- MIDI (input): 3.25mm jack (3.25mm jack to MIDI cable included)
- Micro USB port (Micro USB-B to USB-A cable included)
- Wireless connection (phone/tablet) for Torpedo Remote (Android and iOS)
Digital Audio and Performance
- Converters: 24 bits / 96 kHz
- Internal processing: 32 bits
- Bandwidth at -1 dB: 30 Hz to 19 kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: greater than 95 dB
- Latency: 2.2 ms (SPEAKER INPUT to LEFT/RIGHT OUTPUT)
Format and Construction
- Chassis: metal, portable and roadworthy
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 17.5 x 6.4 cm
- Weight: 1.3 kg
Software
- Included Two notes Wall of Sound plugin (processing raw signal recordings in a DAW)
- Note: a DynIR "Tone Vault" pack was announced free from September 21, 2021 to January 7, 2022 (limited offer)
- Speakers mentioned in this pack: Mesa Lone Star 2x12, Jubil V30 4x12, Victory Duchess 4x12, Celestion Blue 2x12, REVV 1x12, Mesa Recto Standard 4x12, BassBeast, Celestion V30 1x12, Vibro Utah, ShortStack, Tanger 30, Victory Copper 2x12
Included Accessories
- Power supply included: AC adapter (100-240 V AC) to 12 V DC
- 3.25 mm jack to MIDI cable: included
- Micro USB-B to USB-A cable: included
- Documentation: included
Power Consumption
- Required power supply: 12 V DC
- Current: 1 A
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