Off Topic Computer Software Guitar Amps

[ScoobySteve]

Hey guys, I did a search, but nothing substantial came up, so here it is.

Being in Korea for as long as I have, about 3 weeks now, and here for about 6 more weeks, it's really driving me nuts that I have my EBMM with me but only access to an amp 2 days a week.

I have my laptop with me, and was wondering if anyone here has had experience with a computer based modeling software. I hear its not the real deal, but when you're sitting in a room without your gear at home, its pretty darn close.

So if anyone has had experience, or currently owns one, or can offer a recommendation, I'd really appreciate it! Cause it's driving me bonkers!

 

[Dizzy]

I think Fractal Audio is working on a PC based Axe-FX - would be awesome.

 

[ScoobySteve]

I did some research and apparently this is what Line 6 is good for. Pod Farm. Hrmmmm

 

[marduke]

i used the pod stuff for a bit, it was ok... i hear that guitar rig 3 is ok... never tried it though.

 

[Jason2112]

I use Guitar Rig 3. It's cool because it can run stand-alone without having to use a DAW app like Sonar or Cubase. The models are decent plus it's got quite a few effects - some of which I like better than my Tonelab LE. All you really need is a USB or firewire preamp (I use a Presonus Firebox) and you're set.

 

[dwells]

i think peavey has one its supposed to sound great

 

[Ricman]

I did some research and apparently this is what Line 6 is good for. Pod Farm. Hrmmmm

I use the Toneport GX, which gives you Podfarm. Cheap as chips, small (size of a packet of smokes) and loads and loads of different amps/effects to play with. Get a decent pair of headphones and you'll be set up.

The sounds are pretty good. You're never going to get the real feel of any amp through one of these, but it's close enough for practice.

 

[KoreyD]

How does Waves GTR Solo for FREE sound?!
Waves GTR | GTR Solo
I think it's plug-in only, you'll need a host app (Logic, Pro Tools, etc.) if so. You'll also need a cheap audio interface to go this route.

There's these too: Vox amPlug AC30 | Sweetwater.com
Have still never heard one.

 

[edrod]

Maybe a pocket pod too? You can carry it around as well and can tweak it via computer too. It won't have some of the services the other devices do.

 

[ScoobySteve]

Maybe a pocket pod too? You can carry it around as well and can tweak it via computer too. It won't have some of the services the other devices do.

Never heard of it. Might have to do some research on this one.

 

[edrod]

Never heard of it. Might have to do some research on this one.

Line 6 - Pocket POD - Guitar Amp Modeling Processor

 

[Slingy]

I have tried them all except for Overloud which is supposed to be excellent but expensive. Podfarm, Amplitube2, GuitarRig, Revalver, they all sound good to me and none is really better than the other only plus and minuses.

But I love my Pod Studio UX2, I use it for the modelling, to mic my amp and add effects, mic my acoustics, try to sing, record harmonica, phantom power, as a di for other plug ins, reamp via vst whatever, it's great.

If you must buy a Toneport or Podstudio(same thing with VST) get a UX1 at least not the GX, then you get some free Abelton recording software.

 

[edrod]

I love my UX2 as well. It sounds pretty good and some people have gotten some amazing recordings off of it. It also comes with the phantom power which is a plus.

 

[ScoobySteve]

THanks Ed, that pocket pod looks very nifty, but I'm situated permanently for abother 8 or so weeks. So I think investing in a recording tool as well would be great.

 

[edrod]

THanks Ed, that pocket pod looks very nifty, but I'm situated permanently for abother 8 or so weeks. So I think investing in a recording tool as well would be great.

No problem man, I'm glad I could help. I own both the Pocket Pod and the UX2. I love both of them. Both of them have their ups and downs. The UX2 is meant to use for recording which is very easy. The pocket pod has some limitations in this area but you can record.

The pocket pod can be used anywhere. You can hear it via headphones or run it through your amp. You can use batteries which runs through them like crazy or an adapter. The UX2 can only be used via computer.

 

[ScoobySteve]

I might have to end up getting both. But I think for this situation, getting the UX2 is the best choice.

 

[Sticky1973]

I am a big fan of Line 6 gear.

I use my GuitarPort with POD Farm and GearBox.

The Model Pack expansions are awesome too; the amp models based on the Bogner and Diezel gear in the Metal Shop are just fantastic.

Great kit, such fun noodling away with a huge range of tones.

 

[beej]

I've tried various SW plugins. I haven't found a "best" one, each is good for something different. For crunchy tones I'm digging Waves GTR these days. Using it for demos at home.

 

[the24thfret]

Maybe a pocket pod too? You can carry it around as well and can tweak it via computer too. It won't have some of the services the other devices do.

I've used one. Great for travel.

 

[RocketRalf]

I've tried Amplitube, Guitar Rig and Revalver, and I must say my favorite is the old version of GarageBand You must have a Mac though. Out of the three I mentioned, Guitar Rig (3) Has the better versatility and user interface, while Amplitube has a few better sounds but some are crap. Revalver was all crap to me on my setup. It all depends on how you plug the guitar to the computer, I only recently got a quality audio interface and haven't tried them all again.