MOOER GE150 Amp Modelling Multi Effects Pedal

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The MOOER amp sims are not only good quality, but very convincing even to the most discerning ears. I was completely blown away by all of MOOER’s amp models. Usually only found in the more expensive processors, this unit can act as a recording interface. This means you can use the USB port into your computer to record your guitar with your favorite DAW. This is helpful for people that do not have a huge home setup for recording. You can also decide what you want the expression pedal to do. You can set it to be a volume pedal, expression, or you can set it to several wah-wah settings. This is all visually represented on the screen. The Zoom is great for home use, but I am not sure that I would take it to a gig, or add it to my pedalboard. The last thing you need in the middle of a killer solo is your pedal to break.

I can whole-heartedly recommend both units to guitarists of any experience level. I mean, I would totally use these in the studio for getting different tones that my amps usually couldn’t achieve. GE150 Editor software, allow users to edit preset patches, import/export presets, load 3rd party impulse response files. The GE150 comes with 200 presets, the first batch represents a different preset for each amplifier being modelled. Their names are tweaked versions of real amplifiers and it’s easy to see which amplifier it’s trying to emulate. The other presets are a mix of different effect types, songs, and artists. They do a decent job and with a little bit of tweaking it’s easy to get a good useable tone. You of course can override these patches to create your own sound. Where the GE150 really shines is its amp simulations, there are 55 different types ranging from vintage classics to modern powerhouses. They are some of the best simulations I’ve seen in a floor unit at this price point and are a far cry away from Amp Sims from a few years earlier. The majority of which are useable and adjustable. The Cab Sims do a decent job of recreating various guitar cabinets, and you have the ability to turn them on and off depending on what you’re outputting through.These Zoom pedals for years were in direct competition with Line 6 when it came to making small, easy to use, guitar processors. Though Zoom never claimed the throne, often being overshadowed by Line 6 even though Zoom offered comparable features.

Don’t get me wrong, the Zoom G1X isn’t going to replace your drummer or anything (too bad). But it sounded great through my computer interface as a tool to jam with, or loop a riff over. Drum Machine: When these compact processors say they have a drum machine built in, I usually expect the worst. I expect a corny, 80’s inspired mess that ends up being unusable. I was pleasantly surprised to find out the Zoom has a great sounding drum machine. You can literally become a one man band and work on your ideas with quality sounds. MOOER is good, and actually has a longer time span for your looper. But the effects fall short compared to the high quality of Zoom. There are two footswitches for cycling through presets, but holding the left activates a built-in tuner, while keeping your foot on the right activates the 80-second looper.

Conclusion

Support for third-party impulse responses (IR) from 3rd party vendors for up to 10 user presets (IRs up to 512 pts.) We don't hesitate to recommend the GE150 if you're searching for a first or new multi-effects, particularly if versatility and credible tones are more of a priority than soundscaping. You can do anything but deep edit the amp models from the front faced controls. You can add effects, pedals, and change the amp setting… all with the dial controls. All of this is easy to see on the color LCD screen.

The Looper: Look, I have a single dedicated pedal that does looping worse than the MOOER, and it was more expensive than the MOOER. I was more than surprised with the time limit on the MOOER looper. The Zoom can literally go anywhere and be used as a practice tool. All you need is a pair of headphones. The built in drum machine and looper allow you to take a whole band around wherever you want to go.

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The Zoom G1X Four is made out of plastic. While the construction feels sturdy, you cannot compare to MOOER’s beautiful brushed steel faceplate and metal buttons. Let’s take a look at the stand-out features of the MOOER GE150 before moving on to see what the Zoom G1X has to offer: Standout Features of The MOOER GE150: A Great Amp Collection Standouts include the Mesa Mk3 and Jazz 120 models on the clean side and chuggers will rejoice in the 5150 and Engl Powerball sounds, but tweak-freaks will be slightly limited in comparison to GE300 owners, with only three or four parameters, and we're not fans of the pitch shifter. Elsewhere, however, the delays and reverbs are more than respectable offerings. If we needed convincing that the Mooer GE150 offered outstanding value for money, even a cursory trawl through the 200 presets onboard did the job. It is indeed scaled down from the GE300's slate, with around half as many models on offer, but we think we have the cream of the crop here, and certainly more than enough to satisfy the vast majority of players.

Supports Third-Party Impulse Response Files – 26 User Slots in Total Allow You to Load in Your Favourites Sure, there are a few that seem superfluous and redundant. But the sounds that mattered, Mooer positively nailed. Especially the high gain sounds like a 5150, Mesa, Marshall, or Bogner. There is simply no comparison to the Zoom. The visual editor shows all of your effects for each patch that you create, and lets you set your own effects chain. All you have to do is pull an effect from a drop down menu, and add it to your patch. Zoom Guitar Lab SoftwareThat’s where MOOER and Zoom step in. These units are affordable and tout all the same features that the more expensive units have. These days being affordable doesn’t mean “cheap” or lousy. The clean amps based on Fender and Vox also have a great tone. These low gain amps sound great with a touch of reverb. In the end, I had no trouble dialing in any tone I wanted. So what does MOOER offer for such a low price? Let’s take a look at the specs and features. Features Of The MOOER GE150 I’ve had the Mooer GE150 for 2 years at the time of writing this. It has been stored in my gig bag and transported all over the world and used in multiple different venues across the globe. Everything on it still works and it looks as good as the day I got it, this is a true testament to the build quality and its robust construction. The switches still function and the foot pedal is as responsive as it was when new. In my case, it has withstood the test of time. Any sounds that have a little too much top-end can be tamed via the handy onboard EQ, which is accessible on each patch.