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callaway · June 9th, 2009, 08:48 PM

I used to use a Pod 2.0, then a Vetta, then an X3 Live (shortest stint of them all), and I'm now using the Line 6 M13 and a tube amp. I've heard some very nice clips of the Vox Tonelabs though, and I wouldn't doubt that they are easier to get a good sound than it is with Line 6 modeling stuff. The Pods and Vetta always took a ton of effort for me to get a good sound.

I can't recommend the M13 enough though---it's just stupidly brilliant. Get 1 good tube amp you like, then add the M13 for all the effects you could ever need. In fact, its effects options are far more extensive and flexible than the X3 Live. The Vetta came close, but again, too much effort to make the amp models sound decent.

It's all good gear though (not to mention far more advanced than anything my favorite guitarists of all time have ever use). With a little patience, you'll be happy with whatever you choose.

June 9th, 2009, 08:48 PM	#20 (permalink)
callaway Tele-Meister Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Blacksburg, VA Posts: 162	I used to use a Pod 2.0, then a Vetta, then an X3 Live (shortest stint of them all), and I'm now using the Line 6 M13 and a tube amp. I've heard some very nice clips of the Vox Tonelabs though, and I wouldn't doubt that they are easier to get a good sound than it is with Line 6 modeling stuff. The Pods and Vetta always took a ton of effort for me to get a good sound. I can't recommend the M13 enough though---it's just stupidly brilliant. Get 1 good tube amp you like, then add the M13 for all the effects you could ever need. In fact, its effects options are far more extensive and flexible than the X3 Live. The Vetta came close, but again, too much effort to make the amp models sound decent. It's all good gear though (not to mention far more advanced than anything my favorite guitarists of all time have ever use). With a little patience, you'll be happy with whatever you choose.