Boss ME-90 vs Boss GX100 - Which Should you Buy?
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I'm gassing for an ME-90 simply because I need less menus in my life in general - and I'm not even a chef. I also prefer fewer choices when it comes to the number of amps or effects available. I'm more focused on playing when all those options simply aren't there. Less is more for me in this case. Great video, John. Thanks 😊
Excellent and my style as well.
Same I just sold 2 regular stomp boxes I don’t use and that was enough for me to place an order. At that price how can you beat it.
It’s the same price as one strymon pedal.
Guitar - Cable - Amp : This - Kicks - Arse.
@@TheDilligani sold my 20 boss pedal... and i got it and cant hear any difference they nailed it even other compagny like big muff etc its 99.99999% the same
I sold my Headrush Gigboard because I found myself fiddling more than playing.
I got my ME-70 back in college by going into GC, went up to my fav chick with, “I created a nightmare of a pedalboard and need something ADHD friendly…”
Without a word, she walked a few feet, grabbed the ME-70 and said, “$300…thank me later.” I actually used it that night for our gig and never played better.
Hi I had a GX-100 and currently have the ME-90. Both are great sounding units and the touchscreen on GX-100 rocks. However getting good tones out of ME-90 is so simple and hassle-free and I can actually practice rather than manically going into menus. Both great units. ME-90 is dumb simple and GX-100 is more complex and powerful
Hi, I love the "feedbacker" in the comp/fx section of the ME90. Do you know if the GX100 has that too? Thanks in advance
@@johnnyboo8243it does
You took the words right out of my mouth! GX-100 is complex without much tuition available, while the ME-90 is quick and intuitive, and a good basic gigging unit. I have transferred some of my ME-80 tones over in no time to my ME-90, but the GX-100 is a whole different thing!
I've been watching a lot of youtube videos to see if the me-90 is really for me. The knob usability is suuuuch a great selling point, but i'm always a little let down by the distorted tones. Sounds muffled and "too digital" for me.
Do you have that impression as well?
@@TitoOliveiraDesign Hey Tito. Admitedly I moved on from ME-90 due to a couple pedals I couldn't do without and had issues integrating. However I found the drives in the me-90 to be some of the best drive sounds in the multi-fx world. They sounded really great to my ear and definitely did not have any digital kind of response. For reference, I have used the Helix, Quad Cortex and GX-100 and a large assortment of various drive pedals.
I just ordered a me-90. I am a completely blind person, so the idea of a unit that is all about knobs and tactile controls, instead of touchscreens and menus, that makes all the difference for me. It's why I also already own the Valeton GP-200. Buttons and knobs. I think the Valeton, Boss, and a couple other specific pedals I have will mean I have every conceivable sound I'll ever need, and I can actually use the gear, rather than getting lost trying to memorize menus since I'm not looking at screens.
I've just put together a Toneset for Boss for the ME90 so you might find some tones in there that you dig!
@@johnnathancordyhow can access those tones bud?
I've had my ME-90 for about 3 weeks and I love it. It's the best value for money I've ever spent on gear. It inspires me to play and it makes it easy to get good sounds quickly without menu diving. It's important that you run with the 4 cable method if using with a real amp and cab. It sounded artificial just going straight into the front of an amp and the reverb was out of control. You have to install the editor to do this properly (so you can change the location of the send/return block) and that is actually pretty complicated unfortunately (why Boss??) The amps sound OK - but I mainly use it for the effects. I highly recommend it if you are looking for ease of use.
Man, I hafta say, you are one of my favorite players. Great chops and tone and tons of useful info besides.
I've been using the GX live for a while now and love it. I thought about maybe snagging the ME-90 as a backup, but I already have a GT-1 with an extra two-button switch that covers just about everything well enough to muddle through a gig. For me, the assigns and the flexibility of the signal path in the GX make it the best option by far.
Even as a long time Helix user, I never could bring myself to part with my ME70 since it makes a perfect backup and/or battery powered gigging tool if needed. I am seriously considering the ME90!
YES, you CAN record both affected & dry guitar signals simultaneously with the ME-90. It has 4-channels thru USB, so re-amping IS possible.
The face and the mic switch might make this your best video yet 😂
thx man, the lack of stereo delay is a deal breaker for me also because i love ping pong in stereo and also pitch shifted delay in stereo. The main advantage to the ME-90 is the fact that it’s battery powered and all of those nobs to play with. I’m heading into the music shop today to give it a try anyway and will compare.
The stereo delays on the ME lines are usually labeled “pan” - might be in the other FX block if not in the dedicated delay block. Cheers
Ha - I love the moment when JNC realizes his mic isn't on. Moments like this just bring your videos to a higher level of charm. Thanks for all you do John.
Totally! I was lucky enough to interview him on my channel .. lots of behind the scene context there. I will drop a link here later
Was just about saying the same thing. 😂
The great thing is that I could still hear him before he switched it on.
Great intro! loved it. But the budget difference of almost 200 it really is a big thing, almost 65% more expensive, as a home player I would go for the ME 90
Great playing ! Thanks !
I do enjoy my GX100, takes some tweaks to personalize your tones, but can get you where you want. And having patches for when I don’t use an amp, or do, makes it really useful on gigs.
Same here man, it is a great unit! Cheers!
@@marcinwyc 🤘🏻🤘🏻
I gig with the GX100 4CM into my tube amp into a Captor X and out to FOH. If my amp goes down, I have some great presets in the GX that can go direct to FOH. So it’s a backup for my amp too.
I'm not sure if it came across here, but the me-90 interface is 4-channel including wet left and right and DI left and right. So, you can play with some effects and mess around there while also sending a dry signal that you can work on in post. Also, the 4-cable method is a great.
I'd love to see you do more with the GX 100. It seems to be an underdog modeler and you make it sound like it's up there with the best. I'm all about stuff that punches well above it's weight.
Not only is it a great modeler but also just a great multi effects. I use mine on a few different ways depending on environment and it handles all of them effortlessly
I agree with the Stereo delay and/or panning.... it's a must
Hi thanks for the vidéo.
Can you split the signal with the gx left to real power amp and right to frfr?
I went for the ME-90 because of the knob interface, the battery option, and the price. The four band post eq is a bit of a compromise, but it does what I need it to. Paired it with a Headrush 108
I just purchased the GX 100 and i love it. It cant replace my Helix floor but its a good backup.
Why can't it replace your Helix?
Can anyone help me? I have a Gx 100 and I can't get it to connect to boss tone studio. My computer recognizes the gx 100 and lets me use it as an interface but when i try to connect to tone studio, it just says can not connect to device. I've installed the latest firmware on the gx 100, downloaded the latest versions of the drivers and tone studio, but can't seem to get it working
I have the GX 100 it’s great. Was wondering when you make your own presets is there a place to put it or do you just write it in to that spot. Thanks
Hi, great sound! Could I Know how about the Bonamassa smooth bluesy sound of the solo on the first sample for the Boss ME90!??
Thank you!
All the complex things you like about the GX100 are reasons I prefer a unit like the ME90.
For me, I don’t want a 1000 menu options, I like to be able to turn things on and off by some form of mechanical switching with the ability to make slight changes with the twist of a knob, not a menu in sight!
What frequencies do you cut for your solo boosts - looking at getting the gx100
Hi John,on the fence about the Boss units or the Pod Go,which do you prefer? thanks
Nice comp, in defense of the 90, your few videos with it now have produced some really inspiring sounds and playing. Its limitations perhaps should be viewed as advantages. Track up guitars in mono and you can track up more of them 😇
comp meaning comparison? It's not actually clear. Composition, compression, accompaniment are all valid in this context.
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I had the same stereo issue with the me-80 although you may not notice it in a live setting like at a church crowded in with other musicians on stage it just doesn't cut it for recording. But the ME products do sound good
Huge fan of the ME line, if it had a longer looper it would perfect for me.
As a multi FX for 4cm I really miss my Boss GT-100
The amps were not that arousing in the GT-100 but the effects are amazing and it's FAST!
What about the MX5 by headrush vs ME90? Which one do you prefer?
Does this mean there will be a used ME-90 for sale soon? ;)
Does anyone know how to get the boss dual blutooth adaptor to work with the me90, can't seem to get the thing to come out of OFFLINE mode.
Can't find any trouble shooting materials anywhere.
Which is annoying.
If anyone can help I'd appreciate it pls
Here is my use case for the ME-90 : Use it as a pedal board in 4 cables method with a tube amp like a Fender Hod Rod or even a Boogie Nomad !
You don't need stereo, no need for an advanced EQ and It is also possible to use either the preamp from the amp or the one in the ME-90.
I agree that the GX-100 is better if you use it direct for recording but for the price, you get a hell of a good multi effects for your amp setup.
Yeah you don’t need advanced EQ when that is either done by front of house or in the studio to make you sound best in the mix.
Stereo is really not necessary. In any live situation you can’t really pull off stereo when the audience is everywhere and sound is bouncing everywhere. And in the studio, I prefer recording dry and then adding reverbs and delays on busses so that I can compress and eq the delay separately. I use ping pong stereo delays all the time in those cases. but from a plugin.
The AIRD amp sims are amazing and I think the small onboard selection really covers all necessities.
I rather have the Me-90 and then also own an HX stomp for any weird stuff I want to do.
Could even stick the hX stomp in the effects loop of the me-90.
@@westernrider100 could use an outboard Amp model too. I might try that out since I own the UAD dream and Hx stomp.
That's a great idea. To add to your point, if something happened and your amp died, you could use the amp sim and go straight into a PA.
@@westernrider100 I'm using the ME-80 with my Fender Tone Master Deluxe Reverb blonde and I'm happy with it at this stage.
Edited to add, here's my video trying the 2 together
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Between this, the GT1000 core and the boss ME90 which is a better option in terms of:
- getting an almost mix-ready sound that I can directly plug into an audio interface to play /record
- getting a great sound when connecting it to a PA speaker (not an amp) if I intend to go ampless on stage
It’s Feb. 2024, and I’ve just purchased a GX-100. I might’ve gotten an ME-90 instead, but I’ve already got an ME-80 (which I’m considering giving to my niece). Somehow, getting the 90 doesn’t/didn’t make much sense. I have enjoyed the hands-on layout (and the battery pack) of the ME-80, but I somehow wasn’t motivated to create my own patches. (I thought the 90 would mean more of the same.) That is something I am stoked to do with the GX-100 when I fully learn how to program it. (When I focus long enough to create my own first patch, my hope is to have a JC 120 clean channel and either a Marshall Plexi sound or a Mesa Boogie sound in a midrange-boosted channel 2.)
Hiya I’m new to pedals or multi fx . I watched your GT1 review excellent . So my question to you is . I have limited funds which would be best for the beginner . ME90 or GT1 ? I really am a novice so need simpleton proof . Thanks in advance
For me, a deciding factor is whether I could take a unit to a gig and make any necessary tweaks without having to use a separate editor. The GX-100 shows on the screen what each parameter is set to, and if something needs a little more or a little less, then that's easy to achieve. The ME-90 has physical knobs, which seems like it would be an advantage for quick changes. But if you use a preset in sound-check and in this venue you feel it needs a bit less reverb or a bit more mids, the knobs give you no indication of what's programmed into the preset. Your mids might be at 1 o'clock in the preset and you just want it one notch higher. But the physical mids knob is pointing to 7 o'clock and the moment you touch it, your mids will jump to 7 o'clock and you have no point of reference to allow you to get back to 1 o'clock. Freely-rotating knobs with LED notches round the outside to show the current setting would be so much more useful. You'd be able to see that your mids are at 1 o'clock, and the knob would adjust from there. It's something that I find frustrating with any device that has the ability to store and recall presets, but that doesn't give you a way to see and adjust a parameter from its current setting. This includes the Katana. I appreciate LED indicators would add to the cost, but they would make devices like the ME-90 and the Katana so much more useful for gigging players.
You could use your phone using Bluetooth for a more in depth menu for your sound on the fly for different venues?
you can actually check the knob position by holding the edit button and just turn the knob
As above hold the edit button and it shows you your preset setting
Man - your comment is spot on. That was my only issue with the katana. Especially when gigging.
The issue with the katana is easily solved with a third party app and a phone. You then have complete access and control to every function all the time and you can backup all your settings in case you have to reset the amp.
I think the 90 is designed as a multi fx with a bit of amp modelling thrown in in case you need it
Voila! If you play into an amp why would you need the modelling?
@@brusselssprouts560 If you play straight into mixer into PA you do need it.
Have you seen the new Boss gm-800? It’s quite amazing.
Both sound great. The problem with the 90 is you don't know what your settings are at when you change to another preset. So for example if you go to channel 2 and want the gain at 11 o'clock you won't know where the setting is until you move the knob. That would drive me crazy. Looking at a preset and seeing your setttings jist by looking at the screen is a big help. Plus you can name your favorite settings on the GX 100 which the 90 cannot do.
Does the Bluetooth interface allow you to manage settings using the phone app as opposed to having to connect to a computer?
hey guys, just want your opinion what i should get as a fly rig? my main processor is a helix LT and it's way too bulky for overseas rigs. i just did a tour in australia and it was a tiring to carry around all the stuff around the cities. since we are booked for next year too im considering trimming down on weight and size especially with the pedal rig, stomp means i will have to buy the volume pedal which i'd like to avoid. so valeton gp200? gx 100(i think its the same size as the LT in length?) any other recommendations? i can manage the set lists with just 4 to 5 sounds like clean rhythm, clean boost for leads, overdrive for rhythms with a boost switch assigened somewhere, a lead sound and a seperate chorus clean or even switch assigned with chorus to 2 before mentioned cleans(clean rhythm and boosted).. what are my options?
Line6 pod go - almost all helix amps and effects in smaller format.
Also consider hx stomp or hx stomp xl
You can send dry signal via audio interface feature
Hi, I know there is ME90B for the bass, but do you think ME90 is also good for a bass guitar as well for the reason that you don't need buy another multi effecsts pedal?
Thanks
I love my Pod Go and HX Effects however I’d snag the ME- 90.
I tried the Line 6 HD500 but the shop that I went to didn't have the GT-1000. The GX100 was not out at that time of trying. I didn't like the way I had to navigate those menus so I ended up with the ME-80 instead.
About 10 years ago when PAs\monitors got better. I switched to ampless . I still use an old Digitech GNX 3000. Mainly because of stereo XLR outputs. BOSS missed the boat on the ME series. I would buy a ME in a heartbeat IF it has XLR outputs.
Just get a DI box
As someone who is new to multi fx, the me-90 seems like an ideal introduction. I think the menu diving required to get the most out of the gx-100 would put me off to begin with, can always upgrade once I know what I’m doing.
Did you get an ME90?
@@shane1v Hi Shane, I did buy one in the end and am really happy with it so far as it does everything I need. As I haven’t got a huge amount of experience with pedals it’s difficult to say how it compares to using a traditional board, but as far as my ears are concerned it sounds great.
I wonder if Boss will be releasing a new Boss GT-1 next with the new AIRD tech. At this point it's the only thing left in the line that is still using COSM.
I ordered and ME-90 and I think I'd definitely be interested in the GT-1 if they update it as well.
Ya good point. Just the gt1 left to update. I just sold one a couple of hours ago so looking at something new
The M9 would be great for beginners? I really need opinions 😅
I also have to deal with lots of knobs in my workplace as well 😂
Sounds like the ME 90 would be a great choice for a beginner or non pro guitarist. I just started playing and have 1 pedal. Would this be a good option for me instead of buying a bunch of pedals?
Thank you for the advice.
John please try a Peavey Classic 50 2x12 supercheap and suits your playing style 100%. Creamy, smooth leadtones right out of the box ....Presence gives you many different sweetspots. This amp will cover your playing style a 100%. I´m sure!!
i think theres gonna be an update for stereo delay in the future,....hopefully .... but to be honest ME90 is a winner here, hassle free, tweak a lil bit and you got that beautiful tone right away, my fave are Xcrunch and Xhigain
Really? Where did boss say this?
The GX-100 is good but I did not like how it faired in the 4cm with an amp. It made the tone darker? The Stomp doesn't have that adverse impact, so I got rid of the GX-100.
I use the 4cm, but not darker for me.
I use Both for fast switching between songs
I just wish the GX had the footswitches of the ME.
For $250 + tax difference I think the ME-90 will do just fine, Plus I like the mobility of the unit by utilizing the batteries and mobile app on my Android running the BTS which makes it completely untethered and quick to use. I have a GT100 and really don't care much for all that menu drama when I just want to jam out. Also' like the GX unit, you can jam along with YT backing tracks if you have the BT-Dual adapter which works perfectly and seems to be a good asset to the unit. Good technology for less money is a no brainier!
Oh man I wanna stick with the me 90 I’ve been used to the me 80 just turning some knobs that may not be the perfect sound but it is decent enough. I’ve ran straight into boards and if there’s a decent soundman, he can make that thing. Sound good
I know some people can spend all that time tweaking and they’re really good at it. I just want to turn some knobs it’s gotta be decent enough.
I still have and use a ME-33. It´s been with me for 20+ years. Would you say it´s worth to upgrade for the GX100 ?
Definitely, in my opinion because you have access to more options for sound. I know a guitar instructor who still uses the ME 50 and he still sounds good.
I'm thinking about units like these in terms of guitar and bass, as I play both. I know that the GX-100 is built for both, while the ME-90 is built just for guitar. Anyone use the GX for guitar and bass? Thinking about ease of use and having less gear to deal with, I wonder if it would be better to have a GX or an ME-90 plus a separate pedal/di box for bass...
John, thank you for another awesome video. Your plaging and backingtracks are always on point, however the talking head sound quality really leaves a lot to be desired, and I am sorry to say, it often is not the most pleasant to listen to. For us musicians, that is a sensitive point. I would fix it if I where you. As always, thank you for putting out such useful information so often! Best wishes from Oslo.
I can't imagine running the ME90 off 4xAA's would be a good idea on a gig...or that they'd last that long if running a few digital FX?
They last for few hours, about ten hours on fully charged batteries.
6:15 how can it not have stereo delay? Makes no sense. Really?
(And what’s up with that spring reverb? it sounds very strange to me)
Do these have audio interface and if so which is the best?
The ME-90 is an Audio Interface, I use it with the Reaper DAW.
I think they are two different animals. One’s for studio and the other is for live… and I’m only really interested in good solid live effects. No time for delving into menus and sub menus.
How do you bypass the IR's on the ME90 , I mean totally, directly on the unit? I heard it could be done with the software plugged on the computer?
This is essential if you use a real tube amp with the unit.
I had the ME90, plugged directly in my tube amp. The sound with the amp models was total crap, whatever line out mode engaged (the switch behind the unit), and whatever off the cab selected (the list where there is the 1x10, 2x12, 2x12, KATANA, ect...).
HORRIBLE sounding on a high end amp..
Is it the same on the GX100?
People who like the ME90, do you play it on monitors or what? I can't understand guys saying they love the gain sounds if plugged in a good tube amp (which is my case)
There is a switch on the back saying amp/line.
Delays, not in stereo on m90? Bad news!!
The gx100 is an incredible piece of kit in terms of programmability and the sounds.
I had a Kemper , Line 6 Helix , but I love my GX100 since I bought it a year ago. The Presets are crap as always , but it's easy enough to build your own sounds. It's small and lightweighted. Perfect with a G FR Box like the Kemper Power Kabinet or my Harley Benton FRFR Stereo cab.
I feel like an ME-90 style unit could be THE perfect multi fx if you had two of each block… this way one could stack overdrives and delays. Guitar world needs a Nord style multi fx unit that’s super high quality but w/ knob per function and almost no menu diving.
I have had both, and the boss gx100 is by far the best multieffect on an acceptable price nowadays, many gigs and pratices with it. Dont get me wrong the ME90 is great, however you can get many outstanding patches.
I’ve had the ME90 for a couple of weeks now. Loving the amp models and the ODs. The only downside so far is that the expression pedal needs to be programmed via PC for anything other than volume.(unless I’m missing something?) not a deal breaker for me as I have set a few of presets, one with whah another with freeze etc.
I’ve managed to dial in a half decent sound for my nylon string using the transparent amp. Using just a touch of gain takes out the brittle highs and warms it up nicely.
Other than that, I’m more than likely going to sell my GT1000 core. I hate having to dive into menus to adjust things on the fly. There are obviously some limitations but the positives far outweigh the negatives for me.
Hi mate think you push down on pedal and click it to turn on switching effects when you click to off again it returns to just volume pedal 😊
I picked the me 90 for many reasons. One it is great for busking to playing live is so easy to look down and see what you have and make a slight adjustment three and this is most important. I'm only a tone chaser in the studio. Life is about getting out of vibe and entertaining an audience. And the only people who have ever commented on my tone where other guitarists. And as I am not playing for the likes of a guitarist hahaha only the happiness of the bartender in the club owner plus the audience. P I trade it up from ME 80 to the me 90. If I were more interested in recording, I might go for the GX 100 . I just simply prefer playing over tweaking. And even at 63, I can still see the chicks dig it.
or you can be like me, who uses a boss gt-100 with the mooer radar IR loader. makes the gt-100 sound so much better and its a cheaper option if you already have a old equipment like the gt-100/gt-1
I have a boss gt-100 that I use with the Torpedo Captor X for IR loading.
I heard the gx 100 doesnt have: tune down effect, feedbacker, metalcore, or freeze...but the me 90 does?!
I think that is correct.
does the same amps sounds the same in both units? thks.
YES, it's the exact same amp modeling technology. Side-by-side, there is NO DIFFERENCE in tonal quality.
@@TonyHookedonVanlife thnks!!!
@@user-nu7xx7pc1d no problem!
I love my GX 100
Don't you mean which is "better" ,not best" Ha! Just kidding. Love your beautiful playing as usual.
Hi guys,
Do you know - can ME-90 be even powered by USB-C?
I heard is not but you could use 4 batteries 🔋
Is it just me, or does the gx-100 have a lot of noise?
What?! Only 38 sec looper time??? no tks
I bought and tried to use the GX100. Using the manual, watching youtube videos: it just wasn't for me. I don't get it. It didn't click. It was frustrating! The me-80 (and by extension the ME-90) are wonderful, however. Manual mode is a dream.
I should note that my career is in computers. I have no trouble with computers in general. But...the GX100 was NOT for me.
I have the ME-90 and it's great. But I also have the HX stomp. The HX Stomp is my sandbox where I can just do whatever Idea I come up with.
But the ME-90 is great if I just don't want to fuss around or do anything weird.
I agree, the GX-100 is probably the better unit, especially for any pro. But on a budget, the ME-90 is a no brainer against anything else in the $350 range.
Less options the better. Need to play more and tweak less. It's a sickness.
Both of them are good. Even if in fact in my opinion the GX100 is more advanced and has a lot of features than the ME 90. That is why the GX100 is more expensive than the ME 90.
@4:09 thats what she said !!
Having too much granularity is a pain in the ass and you can get lost and confused and you can even mess up settings with that many options that is why I do not like menu-driven effects pedals it's too easy to corrupt and distort tone without knowing exactly what you're doing. What are you going to do sit and read a manual for two years then use the pedal? It's just too complex the menu-driven stuff, the ME series is really easy and works well enough.
Not all guitarists want to spend endless time tweaking parameters . But I guess I’m just old school .
I have already seen some complaints about the ME--90 and "fizziness" and "digital artifacts" and "needs better IR's" ect ect ect.......GX100....too complicate....You just can't please some people
So does a BOSS GT-1 with an extra footswitch for cheap still wind up the best deal from Boss?
.....or a used ME--80?
That's right, the ME90 effects are OK, but the amp sims and Drive section are just plain horrible. I tried everything but no way this sounds good in a tube combo.
I returned it after a few days.
I read since that it's possible to bypass some kind of IR, that is responsible of this sound mayhem, when plugged on the software on a computer
I suspect this thing is calibrated to be plugged in studio monitors or wide range cabs.
I just cannot understand people saying raving about the sound.. If plugged in an amp that is?
Can someone confirm this possibility to cut the internal IR, and just get the output flat, so the amp sims and drives sound decent on an amp?
Gosh in these days of digital, it's getting harder to get things simple.. and of quality 😅
GX 100 or ME 80 live?
The GX100 is a far superior sounding unit, just take some time to work out your sounds and you will love it. The ME80 is easy to use, but its overdrives/ distortions are nowhere near as good as the physical units it replaces.
I had a GX-100 but I sold it as I thought it sounded too digital. Too clean.
Me 90
Gx-100 typically Mateus Aseto
Bought the ME90.....regret it....please save up a bit more and buy the gx 100 or the 1000 core.....you don't....I REPEAT.....you don't get great out of the box sounds.....it has to be worked around by changing the IR cabinets through the ME90 software.....which becomes an exercise......i really wanted some out of the box stuff to work with and ME90 didn't deliver
for me ME-90 is the choice super easy to get to de tone, dont have to spend hrs dialing, the difrence is nothing just the people who play music cna note the difrence, ME-90 is the Winner.
you are a very theatrical person :)
Those subtle differences you pick armoire for somebody who producers and record more than they play live. Plus that is a 60 + percent price differential. I play live and I record myself live, if I record at all. I don't know how many sounds you want coming out of your guitar when you play live to need all those things you're talking about I'm going to stick with the ME 90 as soon as guitar center gets one. That is assuming it is better than my ME 80. Which is great for busking and playing live with a band. But I will admit I have never been a tone freak. Trying to get perfect sound to me take the joy out of playing my guitar and entertaining my audience.
What about the ME-90 with an acoustic guitar?
Interesting question. On my Line 6 Stomp and Fractal, I disable the amp and load a 3Sigma Martin IR into the cabinet. The question is whether the ME90 allows you to disable the amp/cab.
I tried it yesterday using the transparent amp and it’s simply awesome 😎 Only thing is, you need to hook it up to your PC to get access to the additional amp model. Running a bit of compression and a bit of reverb and I am very satisfied!