HX Stomp + Pedals or FM3

[wharf rat]

If that's the case I'd go for UA amp models. You'd get the best amp models currently IMO and the effects you like.

That said, live I personally use the HX Stomp. But I use for effects and a clean amp model and use external overdrive/distortion pedals.

$400 for one amp model tho?

 

[Tito83]

$400 for one amp model tho?

All the pedals cover a pretty large range of tones considering that each is derived from a single amp "food group". You'd be amazed of how much different tones you can get out of each of them - even if you can't immediately access them through midi

You seem to have reached for the best in class for each effect, I think it makes sense to do the same for the amp model. The FM3 is great, don't get me wrong. The effects, specifically pitch/delay/rev is quite a bit better compared to the L6 stuff, but they are still not Eventide good IMO. The amps are better compared to the L6, but again, they are not UA good IMO.

And yet, like I said, live I use an HX Stomp. Was playing through it just now preparing for a gig later today. In the end it's all tools, I use what fits the job better given that I can also afford it.