HeadRush Drops Free NAM & TONE3000 Update for Prime Pedals
HeadRush Prime, Core, and Flex Prime now support Neural Amp Modeler and TONE3000 integration in free firmware update.
HeadRush has officially shattered the walled garden of digital modeling. In a major announcement today, the gear giant rolled out a free firmware update for its flagship Prime, Core, and Flex Prime pedalboards. The update introduces native Neural Amp Modeler (NAM) support and direct, on-device integration with TONE3000—the industry's fastest-growing open-source tone ecosystem.
Guitarists can now search, preview, download, and perform with hundreds of thousands of community-created amp captures directly from their pedal's touchscreen via Wi-Fi—no computers, conversion tools, or third-party software required.
Quick Take: What’s New in the HeadRush Update?
- Native NAM Capture Playback: Load Neural Amp Modeler files directly onto your device without tone degradation or file conversion hassles.
- Direct TONE3000 Cloud Integration: Browse, search, preview, and download community captures directly through HeadRush Cloud on the touchscreen interface.
- Zero Laptops Required: Complete standalone operation powered by onboard Wi-Fi—go from discovery to performance in seconds.
- 100% Free Upgrade: Available immediately via over-the-air (OTA) Wi-Fi update for all Prime, Core, and Flex Prime users.
The End of Proprietary Tone Libraries
For years, digital guitar modelers required players to rely on factory-approved sound packs or clunky file-converter utility software. HeadRush's latest move shifts the paradigm toward open-source flexibility.
By natively integrating NAM—an open-source deep learning technology praised for its ultra-realistic amp snapshots—HeadRush gives players instant access to rare vintage amps, custom studio rigs, and boutique overdrive pedals captured by sound engineers and bedroom creators around the globe.
"With native NAM support and direct TONE3000 access built right into Prime, Core, and Flex Prime, we're putting hundreds of thousands of community-created captures... directly in musicians' hands, with no computer required," said Walter Skorupski, Senior Product Manager of HeadRush at inMusic. "It's the same open, community-powered spirit that's reshaping modern guitar tone, now built directly into the rig."
Industry Leaders React
The integration represents a major milestone for both open-source audio tech and user-driven tone platforms:
"I'm very proud of the level of quality that NAM offers. Seeing HeadRush affirm this by bringing it to their product line is a win for open-source technology in the music industry and, ultimately, the artists that industry serves."
— Steve Atkinson, Creator of Neural Amp Modeler
"Less than two months after TONE3000 launched NAM A2, HeadRush's entire multi-effects lineup has become the first to let you browse the full TONE3000 library directly from the device's touchscreen. And with the Flex Prime available for just $499, making music is more accessible than ever."
— Stanley Vergilis, Co-Founder and CEO of TONE3000
Hardware Compatibility & Pricing Breakdown
The firmware update is available for HeadRush's complete current line of multi-effects processors, making high-end open-source modeling accessible across several price points:
| Model | Form Factor & Key Features | MSRP (USD) | Firmware Availability |
| HeadRush Prime | Full-featured floorboard, vocal processing, auto-tune, 7-inch touch display | $999 | Available Now (Free Wi-Fi Update) |
| HeadRush Core | Compact floorboard, full amp/vocal processing power, touch display | $699 | Available Now (Free Wi-Fi Update) |
| HeadRush Flex Prime | Ultra-compact, portable performance modeling rig | $499 | Available Now (Free Wi-Fi Update) |
How to Get the Update
Existing owners of the HeadRush Prime, Core, or Flex Prime can download the firmware update free of charge starting today. Simply connect your device to Wi-Fi and follow the on-screen prompts to update your system software.
To learn more or locate an authorized retailer, visit the official HeadRush FX Website.
- +Native NAM support without file conversion
- +Direct TONE3000 library access on device
- +Standalone operation—no computer required
- +Hundreds of thousands of community captures available
- +Free update for existing owners
- +Works across entire Prime/Core/Flex Prime lineup
What is the HeadRush 5.1 update and what does it add?
The HeadRush 5.1 update adds native Neural Amp Modeler (NAM) support and direct TONE3000 cloud integration to Prime, Core, and Flex Prime pedals. It enables users to load community-created amp captures directly on their device via touchscreen Wi-Fi access without conversion tools or computers.
Which HeadRush pedals are compatible with the free update?
The free update is available for HeadRush Prime ($999), Core ($699), and Flex Prime ($499). All three models can access the NAM and TONE3000 features via over-the-air Wi-Fi update immediately.
Do I need a computer to use NAM files and TONE3000 captures?
No. The update enables complete standalone operation. You can browse, preview, download, and load captures directly through the pedal's touchscreen interface using onboard Wi-Fi—no laptop or conversion software required.
