Stop The Tap Dance With Fender Switchboard

Fender has entered the switcher market - and in a big way!
The switchboard has 5 reorder-able loops (the 5th is stereo), it's a midi controller, amp channel switcher and input / output buffer!
This was designed with RJM Music (the best company for midi and switching systems). It's easy to use and the perfect way to get into midi if you've never gotten into this world.
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[@delusionwalker8852]

Finally This is the switcher that I was looking for all this years. Would love to see bigger version of it. Simply more inputs and outputs

[@BillyRogan]

Would love to see more about the switchboard hookup, types of recommended cables for the back, other ways to route using your junction boxes with consideration to using two amps, wet effects to effects loops which won’t fit switchboard, and generally how to make the most of it with a larger arsenal of pedals. Can two stereo pedals be run in to one another and in to Chanel 5 stereo loop as well? Midi configuration examples perhaps as well?

[@mightyhammerhead]

Awesome! Beautiful pedal❤

[@Whydyoucare]

Thanks for this overview video, very well made and nice tones!

[@GoodwoodAudio]

I actually liked how the tones turned out too... ToneX for everything!

[@richardburkow3792]

Nice demo - now I want to get one!

[@robertdyer8517]

Just subscribed great job easy to follow

[@andtothewestamerica]

I can't wait for this. I just sold my RJM PBC because it was too big but it was an incredible piece of gear.

[@joshuabenton3785]

Fender just dropping mind boggling gear like its another Tuesday.

[@jturquoise]

Psshh

[@padraigtreanor]

Love the thumbnail on this one bro! Keep it up!

[@GoodwoodAudio]

I wish I could take credit, that was one of my team (who is WAYYYY Better than I am at this stuff. He will be happy to hear this!

[@sehati1sehati-ri4rt]

Beautifully sound

[@GoodwoodAudio]

thanks!

[@29strat54]

This is nice...I'm looking for something like this that will do all stereo ins and outs

[@artysanmobile]

This is precisely how a guitarist MIDI pedal should work. I use MIDI extensively to give me what I’ve always wanted - simplicity. The complexity of MIDI can be used to make a rig operate in the simplest way, like a dream come true. But to do that, the MIDI compatibility has to be 100% all encompassing. It seems ironic but once you design a system simply by question and answer, you find that it is not. “What do you want? Any other special requests? & ‘there are no wrong answers’” requires the deepest of MIDI’s capabilities to realize for every guitarist. Very complicated programming with very simple operation. That sums up the art of pedal system design.

[@jeremyweiss4845]

Besides the stereo fifth loop, and loop reordering, this unit seems like a boss ms-3 without the multi-effects. Cool concept. Love the compact size.

[@ZacPettyMusic]

Great demo. I had no idea what you were doing with the SuperEgo, I had to go back and watch it a couple times 😂

[@GoodwoodAudio]

It's honestly one of my favourites... pitch shifts between notes / chords plus a few other things. really fun ambient style pedal.

[@frankmarini5391]

Very neat switcher. Has alot of features from the Boss ES-5/8 but with a more straightforward menu

[@TimHeerebout]

the Boss UI is absolutely horrendous. This is great!

[@benburnett8109]

Fender was going for a "sushi" style menu.

[@roscius6204]

but with way less features .. it's a toy by comparison.

[@reverb508]

And it's gooooold!

[@GoodwoodAudio]

this one is definitely aimed at people newer to midi and switchers. Not for complex midi rigs.

[@YMESYDT]

I was kinda hoping this would be an improved version of the Boss MS-3. True bypass switcher, some popular built in effects, analog signal path, same size, would be a really awesome product

[@timcorden]

Same here - I use the MS-3 as the switcher/controller for my rig, I've invested soooooo much time in the setup and whilst I'm generally happy with it, the biggest "miss" is not to be able to adjust the signal path (series/parallel) or the order of the loops. I get that the MS-3 is more than a switcher with all the built in effects .. so the "ES-" models are a better comparison here

[@celebratum666]

A version with more loops?

[@travislee9662]

I might be a little midi curious…I just haven’t came out yet😂

[@GoodwoodAudio]

haha winner of the best comment goes to...

[@masterofreality230]

Pretty cool for midi noobs like me. Its less than an ES-8. Hope they do one in black.

[@roscius6204]

It also has less, loops, Exp, Ctrl and functionality.. No parallel mix, no spill over.! A better comparison would be the ES5 but it still has more going on from 8 years ago.

[@jmhatutube]

I bought a ToneX at the near peak of its popularity. Now we have the new Tone Master Plus along with existing amp modelers. Since I can't afford a Soldano SLO-100 (nearly 4k) or almost anything Marshall, etc. Thus the reason for the ToneX. While I do plan on purchasing a couple of amp heads in the future, I need something much smaller to take to rehearsals. My EVH 2X12 is heavy and awkward so my guitarist told me about the ToneX. The ToneX pedal will be the center of my pedalboard for the reasons I just stated. It is much easier carrying my pedalboard instead of my amp and cab. At rehearsals, I can set up endless amps and cab combinations that fit the song. I want to be able to basically have a set list programmed into something so I can bank up and down and select the loop that gets me to where I need to go. One song may be Tom Petty, another may be Journey, and still another could be Van Halen. Also, there could be everything in between. Briefly, if you could, I would love to see a deep dive into how integrating a ToneX as the amp can be controlled by the Fender Switchboard. I think it would work well, based on what you've explained so far, but I am MIDI curious and have always used a few traditional pedals. But because most of my experience is playing bass using only a particular preamp to get the sound I like, getting into guitar is awesome and overwhelming. Thanks for your videos.

[@GoodwoodAudio]

I'll keep this in mind for future videos! I think this would actually be great.

[@wwesleyjr3837]

My big concern would be if I'm able to control 2 separate amps with this. I've never used a Pedalboard switcher but this one caught my attention, I only use a hand full of pedals but do split separate modulation pedals to a left and right Amp and having the ability to basically have the option of ABY would be great. I do see a "mono/Stereo" switch for the main output and can use a TRS Y to two mono (L/R) but would need the option for ground lift / polarity if needed.

[@TimHeerebout]

I think you might be missing the point of an “introductory” switcher. I don’t even think the PBC6/x does polarity and ground lift for you…

[@blakeparadise9998]

Very cool! Doesn’t look like it can send midi clock?

[@GoodwoodAudio]

Unfortunately not at this time. That's why I added quartz OR you can program your presets to have tempo (which I understand is not a complete cover for clock by any means)

[@rothsteinguitars]

Great video @GoodwoodAudio !! Question: you positioned the Switchboard as an "entry level" unit into the world of midi. The Switchboard has the ability to send both PC and CC messages to midi aware pedals. What other more "advanced" midi functionality do switchers at a higher price points offer (such as the RJM switchers)? Thanks

[@GoodwoodAudio]

Good question... RJM (being one of the more complex options if you want them to be) would offer very deep editing, macros, sysex, hitting one button on the switcher, sends midi and then automatically sends you to a new page, double tap, hold functions, midi libraries, clock etc... The switchboard allows you to get your head over the basics (PC and CC) without having to navigate higher level features that can tend to just add confusion if you aren't used to the basics first / or (in reality) it just takes longer to feel comfortable with a more complex unit than it would with something like this.

[@stephenlennartz3466]

If my compressor is always on, do I have to take up one of the loops with the compressor... or can I simply go: guitar > tuner > compressor > Fender switcher (connected to 5 pedals)?

[@EricMakingWaves]

MIDI curiosity quickly turns into sticker shock though.

[@GoodwoodAudio]

Ya, switchers aren't cheap.. .lot's of hardware compared to a normal pedal. But for a switcher, this is a very good price. But still a chunk of change - I get that.

[@landguitar]

I already use a RJM PBC 6X, so not for me, but would be interesting to hear your take on why use this rather than just go for the RJM? Ease of programming? Thanks Grant!

[@GoodwoodAudio]

no reason to if you're into the RJM and loving it / used to it. This is more for people just getting into Midi / switchers. A first step into this world.

[@rhysevancampbell]

I had never seen the goodwood lifter before.... why?!?!? 😍

[@GoodwoodAudio]

Good question! Im not sure. It had a slightly slow start a couple years back, but has been growing since launch. Slow and steady maybe?

[@jasongower6325]

In this set-up, do you have the tonex in one of the loops? Or at the end?

[@GoodwoodAudio]

loop 3!

[@mykaub]

@goodwoodaudio i just bought one. I am curious if you could do a video explaining on the use of midi with multiple pedals connected? If there is only one Midi out on the switcher, how do you connect multiple pedals to receive the messages?? ANY info is greatly appreciated! 💙your channel so much!!

[@GoodwoodAudio]

you can chain multiple midi pedals together out of the 1 midi output on this unit! so no issues controlling multiple midi pedals.

[@GregAllison]

Is there any way to run the FS out to a Timeline for remote tap tempo? I know the documentation only states example configurations for uses with amp switching, but I remember hearing that it can be used for certain tap tempo delays. I’m mainly just crossing my fingers for midi clock in a future firmware.

[@GoodwoodAudio]

great question. I never tested it with tempo. I don't believe so (i think it's mainly for switching pedal features on/off or amp channels on/off)

[@paulgiannamore-guitar9195]

This looks like exactly what I've been looking for. I also have a tonex and was looking for better way to change Amps on it. Can you control 2 midi devices at one. Example I also have an eleven rack and want to change rigs ( chorus and delay) at the same time I am changing amps on the tonex? Second question, is there or will there be software that you can program the switch board from a computer?

[@onecrizz]

It can send MIDI over any of the 16 channels, which apparently are selectable per patch, my guess is that it can do more than one device using a different chanel for each.

[@GoodwoodAudio]

Correct! So far I don't think there's plans for an app...I could be wrong, but it never came up when hearing about it.

[@zulfadhlifarhanhjomarali4287]

The only midi capable pedal that i own is the walrusaudio ACS1. Can this switchboard do 4CM with non midi pedals and an amp?

[@GoodwoodAudio]

depends on how you have your signal chain configured. You could use a loop on the SB to do 4cm or send to your amp input after the SB (depending on how many pedals you have) - but in short, yes, you can have SB on your pedalboard and still do 4cm with a real amp!

[@rothsteinguitars]

As a long time Boss ES-5 user, I can firmly say the Switchboard user interface looks way easier. I would imagine the RJM buffers are superior as well.

[@GoodwoodAudio]

I won't disagree with you on either point! ha.

[@user-fy6cj8mn2r]

RJM buffers seems to be the same. 1 Mohm in, 100 ohm out. This one just has 150 ohm out. Inconceivable different imo and this one is half the price. In comparison, the BOSS Switchers (which are more expensive) have 1Mohm in and 1Mohm out which is not good…

[@daviddowling3889]

too bad there aren't more stereo loops.

[@msturner79]

I got the switchboard this week. How tactile is the encoder knob? When I push it it’s very spongy and doesn’t always respond. Was that your thought to or do I possibly have a damaged unit?

[@GoodwoodAudio]

I'll have to go back and check when I'm back in. It never crossed my mind while I was using it / I didn't have any issues... But now i'm curious. Email me if you like (Im out of the country for 2 weeks now) and I can send you a video when I'm back. [e-mail]

[@lukesteverything627]

I think my main concern would be remembering what various presets do. I realise that I could just have rhythm, solo and lead but then I would only use 3 presets. I assume each preset can be assigned to a foot switch so that I wouldn't need to go through preset 2 when switching from preset 1 to 3. In practice I'm not yet convinced it would offer more than a Quartermaster gigrig 8 that's inexpensive. Now I need to know more. Thanks.

[@masterofreality230]

It would be cool if they let you add notes to your patches.

[@Ruefus]

If you don''t use presets - then this is overkill. The Quartermaster is pretty much a very high-quality, no nonsense loop strip. You still tap-dance at times.

[@onecrizz]

Wow, a total game changer. I wonder if you can program the internal volume as a volume boost on a preset. Also, if putting a regular loop after the stereo loop: will it kill the stereo effect? And finally, if using two amps with the stereo out, can it be programmed which one amp to use per preset? I know I am asking for too much, but if this device can do all that I am totally sold with Fender's venture into the effects territory.

[@timcorden]

I'm not sure I agree with this being a "total game changer" - there are many units that have this functionality from RJM, Boss, GigRig, etc.. none the less the functionality here is great

[@onecrizz]

@@timcorden yes, you are right, but the difference in price plus size against the functionality and easiness of working with it will pose a strong competition with the others.

[@GoodwoodAudio]

Volume currently is unity or quieter. If a mono loop is after loop 5 (stereo) then it will sum loop 5 and send to the mono pedal as far as Im aware (although I didn't test this exact feature), I didn't see any AB options for outputs, although maybe this could be updated in future? Not sure.

[@OzziePete1]

What are the differences between this and RJM's PBC/6X?

[@GoodwoodAudio]

RJM 6x would be like the big brother.. Full featured, you can go a lot deeper on midi / programming. This would be a great entry level switcher.

[@algleymi24]

I'm curious about the limitations of the midi implementation. Seems like it's relatively deep? Send to multiple midi channels, pc and cc changes, assign expression to cc controls, etc. I'm using a Morningstar MC8 and ML5 and seriously considering "downgrading". Curious what I may be missing out on by making that change. Obviously would miss out on more advanced footswitch control (press, release, long press), and fewer presets per bank, but I can live with that. Additionally more advanced features like midi CC waveforms. Are you able to save and name midi presets to recall them in stomp mode? Or only in preset mode? Maybe that's the biggest loss in my mind, but again, the simplicity means more playing, less editing

[@GoodwoodAudio]

ya morningstar has a much richer midi environment. You'd also be missing clock (switchboard doesn't come with clock)... But if the midi implementation here (PC and CC and presets) covers you, I agree that going as simple as possible for your needs can be really helpful. Morningstar can get quite simple as well though ... It's really hard to say with this not being my rig! Both good choices... you'd just want to think about your context / what you actually need and then make the call

[@algleymi24]

@@GoodwoodAudio Ah midi clock is a good callout. Could leverage the HX Stomp for that though which may solve it. Also just space saving is nice without both the MC8 and ML5. Definitely stuff to consider. May be hard to pass up a used one for under $380 just to check it out.

[@matteofroio83]

Why not add a switchable Deluxe reverb simulation + IR? Right now to me is only another switcher on the market...

[@roscius6204]

Yes and with less functions.

[@alexanderwebb3032]

Does it send MIDI Clock? Or just CC and PC Messages?

[@GoodwoodAudio]

just cc and PC, no clock.

[@GregAllison]

Came here for the Switchboard, ended up buying an EHX Superego. Not sure what happened.

[@GoodwoodAudio]

fun pedal eh?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

Does it have spillover for delay and reverb pedals?

[@calwells5612]

That would depend on the particular pedals. So long as the switcher has a path open for the delay or reverb pedal, it's the pedals' characteristics and behavior that will determine whether you have spillover. If you change a present and the loop containing the delay/reverb pedal is out of the audio path there will be no spillover.

[@daniele_girotto]

@@calwells5612 that's bad

[@mikestand5933]

They probably don't even know what "Spillover" even is!

[@CBGypsy03]

​@mikestand5933 LOL honestly I'm not sure what that is ? New to this. Explain please ?

[@daniele_girotto]

@@CBGypsy03 it's called trails on delay and reverb pedals, it's when you turn off the pedal and the repetitions end gradually instead of instantly, making the transition cleaner. In switchers with the spillover function, when you turn off the loop with the delay pedal in, it closes only the "send" to the pedal, leaving open the "return" of the loop. This way, you can hear the repetitions end naturally instead of abruptly. It's a pretty crucial function imho

[@urbanebicycler2173]

Can it create a parallel signal path?

[@GoodwoodAudio]

by using the sends only (for each loop) it can act as a splitter, but it doesn't act as a line mixer as well, you'd need a separate line mixer.

[@theslugs]

You mention at the beginning control "Midi-enabled devices" but then later mentioned other non-midi pedals - will this work with my old Boss classic non-midi pedals?

[@GoodwoodAudio]

so the switchboard has midi out (for midi pedals) and also a function switch (basically a physical switch you can program to close / open per preset etc)... so with the function switch you can control external non midi pedals that tend to work with external switch control (amp channel switching, AB pedals that can be controlled by remote etc)

[@theslugs]

@@GoodwoodAudio Sounds like a strong maybe. :) thank you!!

[@GoodwoodAudio]

@@theslugs haha ya... It totally depends on the pedal you're trying to control. A lot of pedals don't have external control options.. but the ones that do (anything that can take a remote jack / extension switch etc) can be used here.

[@brianlichty]

@@GoodwoodAudio Just some classic Boss non-midi pedals. Chorus, Blues Driver, Digital Delay... that kind of thing. Feel free to say "yes, it will work!" :)

[@kenmasters007]

How do the connections work if you have more than 5 pedals?

[@calwells5612]

I'm thinking about this unit and I have way more than 5 pedals on my board. My plan would be to put multiple pedals in at least a couple of the loops. Or, put a pedal or two before the switcher and maybe even after the switcher. I'd probably put my H9 after the switcher but allow the switcher to change presets and control the expression pedal, for example. I might put a boost, tuner and/or EQ before the switcher. A lot can be done with 5 loops and midi control. Now I have to figure out how much this unit is going to cost!

[@mikestand5933]

Yeah, OPPS!

[@roscius6204]

@@calwells5612 Morningstar make a couple of midi switchable options. Boss ES8 or a GigRig is way better for what you want to do

[@rothsteinguitars]

@@calwells5612 If you have pedals that can be engaged/disengaged via midi, then you can have way more than 5 loops (technically up to 16). I currently have 5 non-midi-pedals occupying the 5 loops of the Switchboard, plus 2 midi controlled pedals after the unit (a Boss DD-500 and a Strymon Cloudburst).

[@KimmyR3]

looks like the gigrig is better?

[@daniele_girotto]

it costs 3 times this one

[@roscius6204]

@@daniele_girotto And is way better. This is just marketing a toy that will become frustrating after a month or 2 when you realize what it can't do.

[@GoodwoodAudio]

totally depends what you want out of a switcher... basic midi and loop re-ordering for low cost... This is great. More complex midi and more loops. Gigrig is 'better'... Best switchers on the market - GIgRig falls short and you need to go to RJM (the best switchers / midi controllers IMO)

[@truthfactreality6814]

Nothing beats the Gigrig G3s

[@GoodwoodAudio]

I would disagree. But I understand they have a loyal following and have some great, reliable products for sure. But 'best'... Can't go that far.

[@CliveBarnesMusic]

Fender are pushing all aspects of guitar products these days. They're catering for the traditionalists and more forward thinking players equally. Whether it's regular, old school amps and pedals or modellers and hybrid amps. From the US custom shop guitars to the Mexican made guitars all the way to Squier. They're kind of killing it. Especially compared to the lifestyle brand, rehashed, over priced garbage Gibson are coughing up.

[@CamachoLeonardo]

Has anyone ever made a purchase from this company?

[@GoodwoodAudio]

Fender? Yup! haha

[@zachedwards]

Less than 10 min.🎉 After reading manual😢

[@GoodwoodAudio]

IT comes with a quick start guide in the box... Took me 5 min to read at which point I knew how to make presets, use loop mode and program midi. Quick start is MUCH shorter than the manual and covers everything you need to get going.

[@gyefinger]

spill over?

[@benburnett8109]

Not at this time. Fender will release an update in 3rd quarter of the 2024 fiscal year. Updates are a big portion of the "Fender model" going forward. Spill over is not considered to be a "real" neccessity at this point. Only "divas" want spillover. Dave Murray of Iron Maiden who is a Fender artist said: "spillover is for people who can't tap a footswitch on time. NO REAL guitarist is concerned with spillover." -------Dave Murray during the 2023 "Future past" tour.

[@daniele_girotto]

@@benburnett8109 tap tempo has nothing to do with spillover wtf did he say

[@roscius6204]

@@benburnett8109 Well that made no sense....

[@GoodwoodAudio]

No spill over but what I get people to do / how we program rigs when you're in a situation like this is either: 1. Leave the loop ON when you want spill over and turn the pedal off (let's say it's a delay) with CC messages via midi 2. Use a line mixer... Use the SENDS of the loops you want with spill over, send to the pedal, output of pedal to line mixer... Now when you turn the loop off it mutes the send to the pedal. The RJM gear (and Switchboard) allows you to use the SEND only and will carry signal to the next loop... So it's easy to run parallel / send with spillover in this manner as well.

[@lukather1]

Yet another fender product that’s 5 years behind !!

[@JediCrackSmoke]

More like 20 years behind.

[@user-fy6cj8mn2r]

How? They’ve introduced a high end switcher with the features of all the most expensive switchers but wait…. it’s actually accessible and affordable at almost half the price. Perfect timing

[@JediCrackSmoke]

@@user-fy6cj8mn2r Because the Fractal or Helix makes this all obsolete. Get with the times.

[@danielcsiegel]

Love the switchboard but it erases my presets all the time if I unplug the power. Anybody who has the same issue?

[@GoodwoodAudio]

woah. Really? I didn't have that happen at all. I'd reach out to Fender for that one!

[@jungyoon5010]

It looks expensive

[@GoodwoodAudio]

I think it's $449... for a switcher with midi / re-ordering... not bad. But I also get that it's not cheap for a piece of gear.

[@roscius6204]

This 'New' Fender product is really showing just how their marketing works. So far I've not seen a review that points out that it's pretty much what's already been available from Boss, GigRig, RJM and more for years... But with way less functionality.... It's a toy.

[@BarqB]

Not big enough

[@SweetPablo972]

That’s what she said.

[@BNA_Est.1988]

#Pause

[@artysanmobile]

It’s perfect to me.

[@The_resurrected1887]

That’s what she said !

[@dan.murray]

I have an es8. Too big.

[@WakeMikey]

Too much jargon and technical terms for me to understand. Cool tone though.

[@GoodwoodAudio]

noted! Hard to get out of that habit at times.

[@WakeMikey]

@@GoodwoodAudio I suppose the majority of people who are using a midi switcher will understand the lingo. I haven't taken the dive to watch a full tutorial yet so that may be on me. :) Perhaps 30 seconds of 'in other words, here's the 3rd grade level summary' would help to translate that to the newbies while still letting you tell the more experienced users the full details. :)

[@adhaskym.a9536]

Morning Star is way better.

[@roscius6204]

Agree, this is a toy by comparison.

[@rothsteinguitars]

What do you like better about the Morningstar?

[@markdouglas8073]

Definitely was leaning for a stereo Morningstar rig with that new LED controller.

[@Sep45]

Made in China??

[@dasczwo]

what about stereo? flying cars…2024… i wont by another producht wich collapses my stereo chain. it IS posiboe to have one jack doing what you plug is what you get. its just devs cutting corners beeing lazy, and greedy. bring innovation or wither. nah you wont. guitarists are a bit dim (im one) will buy anything.

[@GoodwoodAudio]

Loop 5 is stereo (and a stereo output to the rest of your stereo chain)

[@dasczwo]

this product just makes no sense to me. 400 presets for 5!=120 pedal combinations. a yes another 120 for on off states. For someone serious into pedals 5 loops makes NO SENSE. not enough. to tap dance 5 pedals isnt even a challange. this thing its too small. A beginner would be better off to get a used hx Stomp. put mono pedals in front have all pedal combinations you want AND Stellar effects for the same price.and it also has ONE Stereo Loop. Fender, what were you thinking? @@GoodwoodAudio

[@dasczwo]

just looked it up? cmon, 1 stereo loop? classic product crippling. go away fender.

[@CBGypsy03]

Honest question, could you run your delays and verbs and other stereo effects in that one loop, or would you need more? Making it crippling like you said. This is all new to me, I use verb on the amp and run maybe 3 or 4 pedals. Thanks

[@therewasascene]

You could run them in one loop but what if you want to take advantage of the ability to change to a combination like OD + only reverb with one button push? And then into a fuzz with stereo modulation let’s say? It would feel really disappointing to be able to tap a single button to change entire combos but only half the time. No switcher with all the awesome features also has enough loops for me to consider getting one. I just want two patchulators. Can’t switch combos on the fly but you do have limitless routing options. For you though, with 3 or 4 pedals I wouldn’t think that the tap dance or changing order would be too bad without a switcher. Esp. with how much they cost.

[@GoodwoodAudio]

typically in a scenario like this, you'd run dry effects in the switcher, and modulation in loop 5 (as an example) and delay / verb after the switcher (controlled by midi).... So you get control over your entire board across both the loop switching and midi control. It's not a switcher for everyone - that's for sure - but for medium to small boards that need more control and basic midi...worth considering.

[@mysticsailor9]

Is it just me or is there just absolutely nothing special about this at all?...

[@GoodwoodAudio]

depends what you're after! A simple switcher that's easy to use... it's great. Full featured in depth switcher - not the best option.

[@lustertimber743]

I don't want to see your face. Explain while showing the product. Please

[@markdouglas8073]

It sounds cruel, but I did want to see more of the rear panel array.

[@JediCrackSmoke]

Wow, Fender... only 20 years late...

[@sethtincopa1912]

eh it looks like the UI is top of the line. Not sure how it will compete with a lot of the other ones, but it looks like a way more affordable option for a lot of guitarists who want more out of their switcher (like midi) than just an analog one.

[@JediCrackSmoke]

@@sethtincopa1912 AxeFX3 and Helix make all this obsolete and they're still more feature rich. There's literally no point in this anymore.

[@sethtincopa1912]

wut. there's no way you're comparing a Helix to a loop switcher rn lol. Those are effects units this does not have any effects. Just makes it so you can make your pedals do what you want them to do easier. Yes Helix has effects loops but it only has 2 compared to 6 here.@@JediCrackSmoke

[@GoodwoodAudio]

I would agree with Seth... two very different products. The UX on this is incredible. Had it figured out in 10 min (which for a switcher is saying something). This is a great product for saving presets and basic midi while Helix / Fractal, Axe is multi-effects, amps and then some in one unit. Very different although I can see how you're mentioning the overlap of certain features.

[@JediCrackSmoke]

@@sethtincopa1912 Loop Switcher? It's a midi controller... you're not very bright, and yes, the Helix makes this obsolete, stoney.

[@ticklesmcqueen2702]

50 year old bloke with a beard and a snapback? no thanks

[@GoodwoodAudio]

Thanks for the helpful feedback!