The Hotone MP-50MC Ampero Mini Matcha is an ultra-compact guitar multi-effects pedal with 199 effects, 198 patches, and support for both electric and acoustic guitar. CDCM HD + F.I.R.E technology is designed to provide a realistic sound and playing experience, while the compact aluminium housing makes the unit easy to transport.

• 199 effects
• 99 presets and 99 user-defined patches
• Up to 9 simultaneous effects in each patch
• Editable effect order
• Intuitive touchscreen with a simple user interface
• 100+ amplifier and cabinet simulations, plus classic pedal models
• Dedicated input for electric and acoustic guitar
• Built-in drum machine with 100 rhythms
• Built-in looper with up to 100 seconds of recording time
• Input for an external controller and expression pedal
• USB-C port for firmware updates and downloading effects and IRs via free software for Mac and PC
• Selectable interface languages and themes
• 9V DC power supply

Effects, modelling and connectivity

The Ampero Mini includes amplifier and cabinet models and can be used with a guitar amplifier, PA system, HiFi system or headphones. It can also function as an audio interface for recording on a PC or Mac. Editor software is available as a free download from Hotone’s website, which also provides firmware updates and new sounds.

CDCM HD + F.I.R.E modelling technology models the components of the original unit and responds to dynamic variations in the guitar’s input signal. According to Hotone, the aim is to provide a more dynamic, detailed and natural reproduction of the amplifier’s tonal characteristics.

The sound library can be expanded with new effects and Impulse Responses (IRs), either from Hotone or from other providers. IRs can reproduce the character of guitar speakers, cabinets, microphones and recording methods, among other things.

Looper and drum machine

The built-in looper can record up to 100 seconds, allowing you to play over the recording or add new layers. When recording with stereo effects, the recording time is reduced to 50 seconds.

The built-in drum machine offers 100 different rhythms for practice or recording.

Expansion options

An external controller can be connected to provide additional footswitches for live use. An expression pedal can be used for manual control of wah, volume or other selected parameters in the Ampero Mini.