M-VAVE MATRX: First Look at the NAM Multi-Effects (2026)

M-VAVE MATRX first look: 7" touchscreen, native NAM A2, TONE3000, 6×11 effect chains, 10,000 mAh battery. Specs, expected price and release so far.

10/31/20264 min read

M-VAVE MATRX NAM multi-effects pedal with 7-inch touchscreen

M-VAVE, the brand behind budget favourites like the Tank-G and the Blackbox, has just shown its most ambitious unit yet: the MATRX. It was unveiled at Music China 2026 in Shanghai (28–31 October), after circulating online under the working name NEXUS. M-VAVE calls it a "portable live performance workstation".

On paper, the MATRX is a full floor-sized modeler: a 7-inch touchscreen, native Neural Amp Modeler (NAM) support with direct TONE3000 access, multiple signal chains, and a battery big enough for a whole gig. That puts it in a very different league from M-VAVE's pocket pedals.

The MATRX isn't on sale yet and nobody outside M-VAVE has tested it. This first look gathers everything announced so far, flags the specs that sources disagree on, and lists the questions to watch before launch. I'll update this page with a full hands-on review when it ships.

What we know so far

What it is: a floor multi-effects and amp modeler for guitar, bass and vocals
Big selling point: native NAM A2 captures, with TONE3000 built in
Screens: 7" touchscreen plus a 2.2" secondary display
Battery: built-in 10,000 mAh, around 12 hours claimed
Price: about US$599 (reported, not official)
Release: no official date; reports point to 2027

M-VAVE MATRX specs (as announced)

These are M-VAVE's announced figures as reported at Music China. They may change before release.

Displays: 7" touchscreen + 2.2" secondary screen
Amp modeling: native NAM A2, TONE3000 access on the unit, M-VAVE "ATTI White-Box" models
Dual NAM: two NAM models at once for stereo rigs
Effect chains: up to 6 chains × 11 effects, serial and parallel routing
Cab IRs: 2048-sample IRs (reported)
Instruments: guitar, bass and vocals
Inputs: 2 × instrument (1/4"), 2 × XLR mic with phantom power, AUX
Outputs: XLR L/R, line out, 1/4" headphones
Effects loops: 2 (stereo loop)
USB audio: USB-C, 10 in / 10 out
MIDI: In and Out on 3.5 mm
Wireless: Wi-Fi for cloud presets
Footswitches: 5 front footswitches in the official image (reports say 6–7), plus 2 expression inputs
Modes: scene and stomp modes
Battery: 10,000 mAh, about 12 hours
Audio: 48 kHz / 32-bit processing, 192 kHz / 32-bit AD/DA (announced)
Price: about US$599 (reported, unconfirmed)
Release: 2027 (reported, unconfirmed)

Where sources disagree: French site Audiofanzine reports seven footswitches and other reports count six; M-VAVE's official image shows five footswitches along the front plus two knob-switches at the top right. The US$599 price comes from a collaborator's post cited by GuitarX, not from M-VAVE. Treat both as provisional.

What stands out

Native NAM with TONE3000 built in

This is the headline feature. NAM captures are the open-source amp profiles guitarists share by the thousand on TONE3000. Most budget units load NAM through a computer conversion step, like Valeton's SnapTone on the GP-5. The MATRX promises native NAM A2 files and TONE3000 access directly on the unit, plus two NAM models at once for stereo or dual-amp rigs.

A real floor modeler, not a pocket pedal

A 7" touchscreen, two instrument inputs, two mic inputs with phantom power, two effects loops and a 10-in/10-out USB interface put the MATRX closer to a small Helix or Quad Cortex-style workstation than to M-VAVE's mini pedals. The two XLR inputs mean a singer-guitarist could run voice and guitar through one unit.

Battery for a full gig

A 10,000 mAh battery rated for about 12 hours is unusual in a floor modeler of this size. If the claim holds up, it makes the MATRX interesting for busking, rehearsals and teaching away from a socket.

Open questions before launch

Processing power: can it really run 6 chains of 11 effects plus two NAM models at once, or will heavy NAM captures limit the chain?
Footswitch count and layout: and how well do scene and stomp modes work live?
Final price: US$599 is a reported figure. The European price, with VAT, will matter more for buyers here.
Release date and availability: officially still unknown; reports suggest 2027.
Software: M-VAVE's apps have been the weak point on cheaper units. A touchscreen helps, but the editor and firmware updates need to be solid.
Build quality at this price, compared with established brands.

How it could compare

At around US$599, the MATRX would sit between budget NAM-capable pedals like the Valeton GP-5 and premium modelers like the Line 6 Helix family or Neural DSP Quad Cortex. Its pitch is clear: big-modeler features (touchscreen, dual NAM, flexible routing, vocal inputs) at a mid-range price. Whether it delivers depends on sound, latency and software, none of which anyone has been able to test yet.

M-VAVE MATRX: FAQ

When will the M-VAVE MATRX be released?

M-VAVE hasn't announced a date. Reports from Music China 2026 point to 2027.

How much will the M-VAVE MATRX cost?

A price of about US$599 has been reported, but M-VAVE hasn't confirmed it. European and Brazilian prices are unknown.

Does the MATRX support NAM captures?

Yes, according to M-VAVE: it supports native NAM A2 files, has TONE3000 access on the unit, and can run two NAM models at once.

Is the MATRX the same as the M-VAVE NEXUS?

It appears so. The unit circulated online as NEXUS before being shown as MATRX at Music China.

Does the MATRX have a battery?

Yes, a built-in 10,000 mAh battery rated for about 12 hours.

Verdict so far

The M-VAVE MATRX is one of the most interesting modelers announced this year: native NAM, a big touchscreen, vocal inputs and serious battery life at a reported mid-range price. Until it ships and can be tested, treat every spec as a promise. I'll update this page with a full review, sound clips and a comparison when it's available.

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Image: M-VAVE. Sources: GuitarX, Audiofanzine.