hmm, maybe it's time for my to ditch my zoom G9...but will have to see how the X3 works in real life before deciding...as it's not cheap to change the multi-fx...

GT8 better? hmmm... Debatable...


Anyway, brands nowadays know the consequences of mindless competition, therefore they target different customers. This can be seen by the different type of guitarists that both of them are targeting to sell their pedals.

Something like BMW and Mercedes, whatever Merc comes out with, BMW will come out with another better version, like the Merc S-Class W220 and the BMW 7-series.
But then again, at the end of the day, the factors determining the sales are a little different from guitar effects, coz stats shows that more than 90% of Merc S-class buyers will come back and buy another one (brand loyalty).

From what Rusty pointed out, the GT8's plug and pray is an on-going issue that may prompt more users to jump on the L6 wagon...

I think the GT 8 has less features than the Podxt Live rite?

It doesnt have a USB connection and also has less effects

put my name in the list. as long as the price not exceeed rm2k

Nope... The GT8 has two processors compared to the PODxt LIVE's one, that's the main reason why a pitch shifter was dropped from the xtl...
And the xtl has an effects loop, which is a very cool addition...

But yeah, can't interact with the PC like the xtl can... And the xtl can act as its own recording card...

But at the end of the day, I would say that I chose the xtl because of its "authentic amp models", can't seem to find this description or any claims of getting authentic amp sounds from BOSS.

IMHO, if you want tweakability, go for the GT8, if you want great authentic tone, go for the xtl...

There was once where a guy at TGP (or Mesa's forum, I forgot...) fooled the digital-hating-crowd in his Vetta was a MkIV... An interesting thought to ponder over...

This post has been edited by Rossie: Sep 29 2007, 09:44 AM

can u tell me about the amp models?

im not sure what is it all about

yeap..its subjective ...

but i prefer a GT8 over a XT live ..

amp modeling wise , i will probably give it to line6..

feature ,predictability , reliability ,resale value..i give it to GT8

well , Rusty is a rich kid ..he should just "F*ck all this sh*T , i am buying a 5150 head "

Predictability? What happened to plug and pray? lol...

Should be a 6505 right? It's basically the same as 5150, just that EVH left, but Peavey intend to keep that amp in their line-up...

Better yet, just go get the new EVH amp, which has a ridiculous price...

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Added on September 29, 2007, 9:59 amIt's basically L6 getting real amps and analyze them then write algorithm to replicate the exact frequency of these amps...

This post has been edited by Rossie: Sep 29 2007, 09:59 AM

so is it actually better to get a boss or line6??

the Podxtl is cheaper than the boss GT8 rite?

wat about the VOX Tonelab series?

This post has been edited by limjix: Sep 29 2007, 10:53 AM

Me in love with my Tonelab...........

ur using Tonelab SE or LE?

No doubt the Tonelab is a top-notch MFX too...

aiyo.......now torn between 3 lol

well what do u want in the first place? its not like the 3 of them are really similiar. they all have their 3 different strong points aimed at diff groups of players.

what are their strong and weak points?

btw, has anyone tried using a multi effects through a roland Micro Cube? ( i just want to make sure it sounds good )

This post has been edited by limjix: Sep 29 2007, 04:37 PM

actually if you ask here, some will say Gt8 better, some will say xtl better, so the best still u go test it by urself, for all i know, and heard, gt8 suitable for those who got nice amp setup, and only need it as effect. and xtl better in amp modeling. thanks!

yeah..i like line6 as recording better ...

i like GT-8 for live purposes better

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well i use a strat and micro cube and i usually play christian pop and christian rock. I am planning to use this for church use and also practise so what u guys think is the best for me?

what amp do you get to use in church?