Herbert / MultiFX ? very confusing...

[headown]

I was reading back and forward the topics, but I still don´t know which I should get.
It should be a cheap, used one that does it´s job good.
I could get a G-Major which has everything I need, for a good price, or maybe it would be better to look for a Rocktron ?
Or Boss, or Digitech (???), Yamaha PX, ...no idea.

 

[Rødskjegg]

I run a rocktron Xpression with my Herbert and it sounds really well but IMO the way you program the unit sucks.

 

[PBGas]

I have a brand new Line6 M13 waiting for my brand new Herbert to arrive next week. I believe I can channel switch with the M13 based on it's scene mode. Can't wait to experiment with it!

 

[Rob Tahan]

I have a rocktron prophecy and all is well
The thing is... any effects unit you get thats halfway decent i feel like there wont be much of a difference.
The heart of the tone i feel is in the amp.
Am i wrong? Anyone have experiences with units severely coloring their tone?

 

[headown]

haha, used to play the 100w Einy, too.
Great amp, but the Herbert is more "adult" with more options and fits my music better.

I will use my rhythm tone pure from the Herbert, a bit chorus on the clean and some delay on the lead tone.
Maybe some other effects for some special stuff, I want my sound with only one footstep, no pedalboard "stepping".

 

[headown]

Sure Rob, you´re right.
The best comes pure out of the amp, but...
I´m a big Tool fan, and if I listen to them, makes me want some FX


Cheers !

 

[PaulyPanacea]

I have tried a ton of effects units with my Herbert (Rocktron,Eventide, Line 6, Behringer, TC, Lexicon). I found that most color the tone EXCEPT the TC, Eventide & Lexicon. That being said....i went with the TC due to $$ & simplicity. The Eventide & Lexicon stuff is top notch..but u need a degree in nuclear physics to program them. And if something happens @ a gig u are screwed. TC was simple, transparent & quite cost effective.

I use effects pretty sparingly..so it was a no brainer. and it didnt color the amps tone whatsoever. So go now Young Jedi!!

 

[headown]

haha
Hey Pauly !
That sounds good. Which one do you use ?

Sascha

 

[PaulyPanacea]

TC GMajor....ive had it for about ohh 7+ years...no issues. But i have read the GMajor2 is quite nice.

 

[headown]

I can get one for arround 200,- Euro used.
I think that´s a good deal.
I guess I will try that one...

Thanks,
Sascha

 

[Rob Tahan]

Hmm.. i need to try one of these...
I always strayed away from other units because of setup and the process of having to learn how to program another unit. The reason i didnt go with one is because of all the bad reviews on HC.
..i know HC isnt the be all and all of gear but there was a LOT of bad stuff. Rocktron stuff got pretty nice reviews though.
RELIABILITY is the category that matters most to me. Being on the road will make that a top priority

 

[headown]

Yes, they are pretty cheap (g-major1) to get now.
But hey, don´t forget about the "soul of the amp" !


Peace,
Sascha

 

[PaulyPanacea]

trust me... i hate effects. I only use to add a lil color. I would play guitar-cable-amp ANYDAY!!!! (which is what i pretty much do anyways!)

 

[headown]

Sure. But it´s nice to have a little chorus on the clean and a slight delay in the lead...
I think we feel the same about that.
You have new post at myspace

Cheers,
Sascha

 

[bronz79]

I have tried a ton of effects units with my Herbert (Rocktron,Eventide, Line 6, Behringer, TC, Lexicon). I found that most color the tone EXCEPT the TC, Eventide & Lexicon. That being said....i went with the TC due to $$ & simplicity. The Eventide & Lexicon stuff is top notch..but u need a degree in nuclear physics to program them. And if something happens @ a gig u are screwed. TC was simple, transparent & quite cost effective.

I use effects pretty sparingly..so it was a no brainer. and it didnt color the amps tone whatsoever. So go now Young Jedi!!

Very true Pauly!
TC has an interface that is a breeze to setup on their guitar oriented rack/stomps..good sound and affordable price.
Eventide,for example the Eclipse of course is better sounding and not coloring at all but for many is a bit hard to understand
and edit preset.
A tc gmajor 2 in the switchable loop can be a good choice.

 

[PaulyPanacea]

...i wouldnt steer you guys wrong!

 

[HOT_ROD]

G-Major! I am sure that you will be fine!

 

[headown]

Thanks bros !

METAAAAAAAAAAAAAAL !!!

 

[RJF]

I just got my G Major 2 last night and am in tonal bliss..... I about threw my BOSS stomp boxes through the window last night after using the Gmajor for a while.

 

[headown]

sounds good !
Let us hear more about it, do you use it with your Herbert ?