Multi-Effects Processor?

[JeffB]

Re: Multi-Effects Processor?

You can turn off the cab/amp modelling on the Line XT Live- I'd assume so on the X3 as well.

The effects on the XTL were great- better than most of the modelling

The Space Chorus, Boss Analog delay stomper, CE1 and Phase 90 models rocked.

That said, for my own tastes, I'd rather have a goose, phase, chorus, and delay stomper on the floor- I don't think it gets any simpler than that.

[ErikH]

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That said, for my own tastes, I'd rather have a goose, phase, chorus, and delay stomper on the floor- I don't think it gets any simpler than that.

Sure it does. It gets simpler and simpler as each one is taken away.

[JeffB]

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Sure it does. It gets simpler and simpler as each one is taken away.

Nope thats def the troof! I've gotta have my delay/reverb though- I can deal without the modulation (and have)

[ErikH]

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Nope thats def the troof! I've gotta have my delay/reverb though- I can deal without the modulation (and have)

Me too. I prefer reverb over delay but will use either one. Modulation I keep going back and forth with. Right now, the Phase 90 is the only modulation effect I use.

[guitfiddle]

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I like the Boss unit and I totally trust their quality but here's my real hang up

Realistically I need to have 5 patches that I can step on and have them on ready to go for this to work. I can't tap dance or bend down to press a button to get the bank I need etc and it doesn't look like the Boss will do that in fact very few other than rackmounts with midi controllers look like they will. I have no use for rack gear and I am not looking for modeling but I am looking for some amount of programmability to create my FX patches. I could care less about presets and I doubt I would use the OD/Dist FX very often if at all.

All you need is the FS-5U foot controller for the ME-50, then it's all controled with your foot. The only time you have to touch the knobs is to adjust when you first create a patch.

[Bludave]

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Anybody have one they use for regular gigging?

I am not a big fan of pedals and what not but I need to come up with something I can use. I am thinking of going live with my Vetta but I'd rather not.

I like keeping it simple at shows and I was looking at the Boss ME-20 looks pretty good for what I need. I tried a few years ago with a Digitech setup but what sounded good through a small rig just was horrible at stage/rehearsal volume. I would really like a wah, compression, phase/flange and delay. I guess they'll all have some OD/Dist options but they aren't as important to me - I guess a gate would be good too. Preferably 4 or 5 presets that I could just bang out and I would be set.

Experience, thoughts etc much appreciated.

Scott, For what you do I don't think you should bother. In my experience those multi effects processors are cheesy at best. Why not just pick out a good phaser/flanger, or chorus, then a good delay and of course a good Wah. Then you are done. This type of board should not be a big deal to put together. My board that I use with my Fenders has a CH1 (Boss Chorus), the DD3 you gave me, a TS9 and my Wah. Thats pretty much what you will need and they sound real good. I find if you take your time and really decide on the effects you want you will get a much better sound if you pick out the right pedals. The Multi effects processors I have had not real satisfaction with. They are difficult to program and the tones are subpar IMHO. Go with individual pedals and set up a small board. IF you want to it and need some help just give me a call. Its pretty easy to put together.

[Wattage]

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Man I still have not done anything about FX yet.

I think I better get cracking.

[joelap]

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Night of the living thread.

I've been gigging a Gmajor2 since they came out. Its great because it also changes the channels on my TGP-3 preamp. I use a Liquid Foot Jr to control the Gmajor2, which controls the preamp channel. In one step I can go from my Distortion Channel with delay and reverb to the Clean Channel with compressor, chorus, and a different reverb. It has very convincing effects, nails a Phase90 and Univibe sound for instance, includes a useable whammy effect, reverse delay, analog delay simulations, etc. etc. Has harmonies built in but I don't use 'em save for ^5th for Bulls on Parade. It's been solid thus far and has survived numerous gigs indoor and outdoor. Also a built in 4band parametric EQ I use for an upper mid boost when we are playing 80s songs. Worth it, I have another scoop setting for teh brewtalz.

My only gripes:
- Flanger settings suck. There is no stereotypical "unchained" style throaty flanger to be found. Can't believe this isn't in there but I can't get it outta it no matter how hard I try.
- Whammy effect is better on the Whammy Reissue. There's a slight volume drop during the transition region from fundamental to the ^2oct note. But I live with it cause I don't need to gig an expensive vintage pedal or bring another one along.

[ginormous]

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Thanks to Larry (Stratman), I now have a Boss ME-70. I can tweak presets and save them, switch up and down to them, and and the sounds are solid Boss. Amp sounds, EQ, compressor/envelope filter, phaser/flanger/Univibe/chorus/rotary speaker, volume/wah/pitch bend, echo, and delay with tap tempo.

[Warheart]

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I've found the Digitech GSP1101 and Control 2 to be pretty good, depending on budget.

It has a toeswitch wah, chorus, reverb, delays, phaser, pitchshift, harmonizer, etc.

Pretty much everything you could ever want, except the tuner. It'll kinda work for standard, but I dunno, I wouldn't rely on it too much.

Also, Amazing noise gate, its a shout out to the ISP decimator.

AND the Control 2 is a tank. I'd be suprised if you COULD break it.

Also sounds good for late night headphone playing, I use it all the time to play along with songs once you plug it into your computer using USB. I even use it to shift my guitar down tunings so I don't have to have another guitar setup to play along with some stuff.

[Chickenwings]

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TC nova system would fit the bill.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkoB0MwRMQo

[Red_Label]

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TC nova system would fit the bill.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkoB0MwRMQo

Yup. I've been gigging mine since last April. LOVE it! TOP quality FX there. Even the built-in Nova Drive sounds great. Tho I always used the OCD for my OD tones...

But now I've got a G System on the way. Will be interesting to A/B the two.

[sbecker67]

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Line 6 M13 looks to be a winner.

If amp modeling is not required, absolutely this.

[Jeffrec]

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Scott,

I still love my Tonelab, but the newest version looks crappy. The original version I have or the LE are great and easy to use. They sound more natural (real tube amp sounding) than the POD to my ears.

Jeff

[Red_Label]

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Scott,

I still love my Tonelab, but the newest version looks crappy. The original version I have or the LE are great and easy to use. They sound more natural (real tube amp sounding) than the POD to my ears.

Jeff

For sure. Great unit! I tried all the modeling foot-controlled units and picked the LE. Had it until last month when I sold it to a friend because I got an 11R.