So, you've just bought and installed BIAS X, guitar in hand. Now what? Don't worry—you don't need to be an audio engineer to get started. BIAS X was designed to make great tone immediate and intuitive.

What Is BIAS X?

BIAS X is next-generation guitar amp and effects software powered by AI. It puts a massive collection of amps, cabinets, and effects right inside your computer, so you can instantly go from vintage cleans to modern high-gain to boutique rarities without needing the hardware.

What sets it apart is its built-in Agentic AI. Instead of scrolling through menus or endlessly tweaking, you can:

• Type what you want: Ask for something like "'90s grunge rhythm with wide chorus" and BIAS X builds it instantly.
• Refine on the fly: Prompts like "less gain" or "add sparkle" shape your tone in real time.
• Use audio instead of words: Upload a riff or track you love and let the AI analyze and match the tone.

The AI isn't there to replace your creativity. It's more like a studio partner who helps you get to the sound in your head—faster and with less hassle.

You can use BIAS X two ways:

• Standalone App: Plug in and play instantly. Perfect for practice and tone exploration.
• Plugin Mode: Run BIAS X inside recording software when you're ready to track songs.

The Basics You'll Need

You don't need a full studio setup to start making music. Here are the essentials:

Audio Interface: This is the bridge between your guitar and your computer. Plug your guitar into the interface, then connect it to your computer via USB. It converts your playing into digital audio with much better quality than your computer's built-in input. Beginner-friendly options like the Focusrite Scarlett series are a popular choice.

Headphones or Monitors: So you can hear your tones clearly and in detail.

A DAW (optional): A DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) is recording software that lets you arrange, edit, and mix music. You don't need one just to jam in BIAS X, but if you want to record full songs, GarageBand (Mac) or Studio One (Windows) are great starting points.

That's it. Guitar → audio interface → computer → BIAS X. Simple.

Installing and Setting Up BIAS X

Getting started only takes a few minutes:

1. Download and install BIAS X from your Positive Grid account.
2. Open the software and sign in to activate your license.
3. Plug your guitar into your audio interface.
4. Connect headphones or speakers to the interface.
5. Open BIAS X, select your interface in the audio settings, and load a preset.

You're ready to play.

Your First Sound in BIAS X

1. Open BIAS X.
2. Select your audio interface in the settings.
3. Load a preset that looks fun.
4. Start playing!

From here, you can swap amps and cabs, add effects, or try the AI features. Describe a sound—like "dreamy clean tone with shimmer"—or upload a riff and let BIAS X build a match instantly.

Tips for Beginners

Start in standalone mode: No DAW required—just focus on playing.

Explore presets first: They're ready to go and show off what BIAS X can do.

Refine, don't restart: Make small adjustments instead of starting from scratch.

Play more, tweak less: The goal is to inspire your playing, not bury you in menus.

Ready to Play

BIAS X makes it easy to go from idea to sound without the stress of setup. Plug in, fire it up, and let your creativity lead the way.