Kemper Announces Profiler MK 2

Kemper has announced the immediate availability of the all-new KEMPER PROFILER MK 2 Series, which they describe as a bold evolution of the Profiler lineup (All PROFILERs: Head, Rack, Stage, the Player, and the powered versions), delivering more power, more flexibility, and more creative potential than ever before. 

Christoph Kemper, Founder & CEO, told us, "The new PROFILER MK 2-Series makes the PROFILERs feel more like a complete rig than ever before. With instant access to essential FX, full USB audio integration, and improved playability, we're giving our users a platform that adapts and grows with them."

Here's the details direct from the company...

At the heart of the PROFILER MK 2 Series works an upgraded processing engine, unlocking faster performance, with boot times clocking in around 20 seconds, and a host of new features that expand the boundaries of what a modern guitar or bass rig can do.

A New Era of Effects: 20 Blocks in Series, the most powerful effects architecture ever found in a Kemper unit - The PROFILER MK 2 Series now offers seven additional effect blocks, raising the total number of simultaneous audio effect blocks to an incredible 20 -- all running with zero added signal latency. It's like having an entire, fully integrated pedalboard with pedal essentials at your feet -- but one that boots in seconds, never needs rewiring, and always remembers your settings.

A new Era of Profiling: Kemper announces a new profiling technology for the MK 2 series. Availabilty is expected during Summer. Currently in extended testing with some selected third-party profile vendors the new profiling offers:

• More than 100,000 individual frequency points meticulously analyzed for the most precise amp recreation ever achieved.
• Next-Level Speaker & Dynamically adjustable Cabinet Resonance – Capturing the true dynamics of your setup with the longest and most complex impulse responses in the industry.
• Liquid Profiling Technology – Seamlessly integrate the original amp's gain and tone controls, transforming a single profile into a fully dynamic, living amplifier.
• Unparalleled Precision & Feel – A cutting-edge hybrid approach combining precise, deterministic analog measurement with Kemper's industry-leading profiling intelligence.

 

Overview - All that's new in the PROFILER MK 2 in more Detail:

All-New FX Section – 7 Additional FX Slots - The PROFILER MK 2-Series introduces an expanded FX section with seven dedicated "pedalboard essential" FX slots, featuring: A new second Noise Gate (Palm Ninja), Compressor, Pure Booster, WahWah, Vintage Chorus, Air Chorus, and Double Tracker.

Adding these to the pre-existing 10 audio blocks, Spectral Noise Gate, Transpose Effect, and Volume Pedal - in total this provides users with 20 simultaneous audio effect blocks, setup gig-ready right out of the box while maintaining full flexibility for customization.

This new layout makes it convenient to cover all the bases and offers 8 flexible FX blocks available for the acclaimed tone shapers and studio-grade unique FX the KEMPER PROFILER is famous for.

Performance Meets Portability - With a smarter internal design and new lightweight aluminum components, the Profiler Stage Mk 2 has shed excess weight -- making it even more gig-friendly without sacrificing the tank-like build quality musicians rely on. Whether for touring the world or heading to a local session, this is the most travel-ready full-featured Profiler yet.

Mk 2-ready Player! - For all guitarists and bassists already rocking the compact PROFILER Player, there is good news: it's been "MK 2"-ready from day one, meaning it's fully aligned with the power and potential of the new series, and now, on LVL 1 already, it features 16 simultaneous FX in total. This new extended signal flow becomes available for all Player owners as a free update, and yes, it will get Profiling, too. Making the PROFILER Player out of the box the features richest and most professional performance and recording solution - with its travel-friendly footprint and convenient price point!

8-Channel USB Audio Support for the new Mk 2-Series - Native 8-channel USB audio support to all KEMPER PROFILER MK 2 Series units, enabling seamless multitrack recording and reamping directly into your DAW – no external interface required.

Loop Longer, Play Harder - The integrated Looper also gets a serious upgrade. With up to two full minutes of recording time, the MK 2 Series lets you capture extended phrases, build layered soundscapes, or craft entire performances -- all on the fly. (Looper available from LVL 3 for the Player)

Speed and Responsiveness Upgrades - Major improvements under the hood. Boot times, preset switching, and UI responsiveness are noticeably faster and smoother, especially in Performance Mode.

 

Pricing and Availability:

The new KEMPER PROFILER MK 2 Series models are available now from dealers worldwide and directly from the Kemper Online Store. All the new features require a KEMPER PROFILER MK 2 Series device.

PROFILER Head               1.310,00€     $1,348.00

PROFILER Rack                1.310,00€    $1,398.00

PROFILER Stage               1.466,00€    $1,498.00

PROFILER Player                 699,00€       $ 699.00

PROFILER PowerHead      1.466,00€    $1,798.00

PROFILER PowerRack       1.699,00€     $1,798.00

PROFILER Remote                426,00€       $ 469.00

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