Tag: live guitar rig
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NUX Solid Studio MKII Review: Amp Modeler, IR Loader and Pedalboard Hub
The NUX Solid Studio MKII is a compact amp modeler, IR loader and DI solution for guitar pedalboards. In this review, I test how it sounds, how it works with drive pedals, and whether it can become the central hub of a live or recording rig.
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NUX Amp Core Studio Review: Classic Amp Sounds in One Pedal
NUX Amp Core Studio review: a compact amp simulator pedal with amp models, IR loading, scene switching and real-world pedalboard use.
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NUX Amp Academy Review: Compact Amp Modeler for Gigging Guitarists
The NUX Amp Academy is a compact amp modeler pedal with IR loading, USB recording, an effects loop, scenes, XLR output and surprisingly strong tones. In this review, I look at how it feels, sounds and works as a pedalboard amp solution for live and studio use.
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Line 6 Helix Review: Why the Original Still Makes Sense
The original Line 6 Helix is no longer the newest flagship modeler, but it still has great sounds, excellent effects, a huge ecosystem and a strong used-market argument. Here’s why the original Helix still makes sense.
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5 Reasons Why Real Amps And Pedals Are Better Than Modelers
While using compact rigs and downloading presets make our live playing and guitar tone chasing easier, are we also making our rigs less reliable, and is everything sounding the same?