
What is it?
If you’re inundated by the countless choices of floor processors with amp modeling, capture technology, and multi-effects, you’re not alone. I’m overwhelmed by it too, and it's enough to give me option paralysis. As far as the big modeling guns go, Neural DSP Quad Cortex, Fractal, Line 6 Helix, Kemper, and IK Multimedia's Tonex remain at the forefront and certainly are the most cutting-edge in this space. And while each of those processors has strengths and limitations, you’ll still often hear, “Which one is the best?” Which sounds closest to a real tube amp?” “Which is easiest to use?” and so on. Loaded questions for sure, and truly subjective at best.