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In most cases I would agree with you. The Axe-FX is an exception. It is the only new piece of gear that can keep up with...and in many cases exceeding....old analog or early digital units. Guys are dumping their 2290s and PCM delays. As for your metal plate....sure. No electonic reverb is going to reproduce the sound of the Sistine Chapel anytime soon. That is rather a mute point in a guitar rig. For those of us in the real world who can't change the physical accoustics of the rooms we play in, the Axe-FX is a major winner for any player wanting top quality effects.
In regards to amp sims....the gizmo has exceeded my old tube setup in regards to meeting my needs. Sure a Marshall plexi sounds amazing....at 110db. The gigs I play at won't allow that. Yes, you can run it through a hot plate and drop the volume some, but there is a trade off. Also that amp gets one great sound. If your the kind of player who is happy with one sound all night....more power to you.
One size does not fit all. Whatever inspired you to play better is great (as long as it is not painful for others). That is the main thing. The Axe-FX is inspiring me big time.
It is strange to be discussing this subject here.
dit dah said:It's probably not wise to mess with the guy in charge but:
As someone who has spent the last few years getting rid of virtually all the new stuff from his studio setup I feel obliged to disagree. IMHO there is not a box on the planet that can simulate the real thing. Yes it's easier to cart about (my reverb unit is an 8ft metal plate) but for tone, old wins.
In most cases I would agree with you. The Axe-FX is an exception. It is the only new piece of gear that can keep up with...and in many cases exceeding....old analog or early digital units. Guys are dumping their 2290s and PCM delays. As for your metal plate....sure. No electonic reverb is going to reproduce the sound of the Sistine Chapel anytime soon. That is rather a mute point in a guitar rig. For those of us in the real world who can't change the physical accoustics of the rooms we play in, the Axe-FX is a major winner for any player wanting top quality effects.
In regards to amp sims....the gizmo has exceeded my old tube setup in regards to meeting my needs. Sure a Marshall plexi sounds amazing....at 110db. The gigs I play at won't allow that. Yes, you can run it through a hot plate and drop the volume some, but there is a trade off. Also that amp gets one great sound. If your the kind of player who is happy with one sound all night....more power to you.
One size does not fit all. Whatever inspired you to play better is great (as long as it is not painful for others). That is the main thing. The Axe-FX is inspiring me big time.
It is strange to be discussing this subject here.