You can immediately hear A2 is darker. The global EQ-ing would sort this out, appreciate this is a test scenario and a direct comparison. In terms of responsiveness to playing I think the A2 does a good job of that too IMO, not sure about NDSP.
It’s still honestly amazing to me how much above its weight class the Ampero hits
The new capture stuff sounds great and once they figure out how to reduce the cpu a bit or release a unit w twice the DSP it going to be a pretty strong contender
They already have the UI down , the cab block and many of the effects
If they can keep the price between $500 and $700, I think they will continue to make in roads
The thing I'd like to see for next gen (or current gen!) are:
Software:
Higher quality amp modeling.
Higher quality cab block. It's fine, but I think it could run higher quality IRs, or have a normal/high res option.
More modulation and reverb options.
Ability to make parallel paths with one block instead of an entire row of blocks, same as Helix.
More flexible footswitch options. Hold functions for stomp mode, and ability to remap preset mode hold functions (tuner/looper/preset vs stomp mode).
Auto-engage block for expression pedals.
Quick params accessible via MIDI regardless of view.
More quick params, scrollable with left/right arrows.
MIDI mapping for turning a specific block (e.g Wah or EQ) on/off instead of a specific slot (e.g A3 or B5).
Keep the settings of the cab and IR blocks when you change models/IRs.
Retain the page on each block when editing, so you can go between e.g EQ page 2 to Amp block page 3 or something.
Better drum machine. The loops are pretty short and limited, yet it's a good practice tool.
Hardware:
More DSP to facilitate the above. I think the 12 blocks are fine for most presets, but being able to fill them without "block Tetris" to get around DSP limitations would be nice.
More encoders. 4-6 would be good.
Separate volume knob and software mix (e.g do you hear Aux in, specific USB inputs, drum machine) for headphone out.
Move the EXP/Ctrl jacks to the other side, so that the first jack from the right is Input L.
Move the Stomp's USB jack to the back. The right side is not a great spot for it.
Stop making units without encoder knobs. They are stupid.
Has anyone compared the II against Ampero’s old modeling/effects? I had the Mini for a while and none of the effects really impressed me (definitely useable, though). I compared the built in effects on the Line 6 Catalyst and greatly preferred L6’s (limited) offerings.
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