Abstract VRX VRX SR Lighting Effect

Advantages: cheap, easy to use
Disadvantages: no effects limited sound editing, dull sounds

...The Alesis SR-16 holds the title of the best selling drum machine of all time and some would say with good reason. The sound quality that this machine can produce is excellent but the drawback is that the 230 odd sounds contained within the unit are uniformly dull and uninspiring. If you need a workhorse set of drum sounds for backing tracks etc then the SR16 will do the job in style but i would not recommend it to anyone who has any kind of imagination in their music. The operating system is fairly straightforward but some of the pattern editing is fairly cryptic if you don't have a manual, apart from that it's pretty easy to figure out whats going on. The SR16 can has 150 somewhat dodgy preset patterns but you can create another 150 of your own to string together in the 100 available songs. Outputs consist of a stereo pair and an pair... Read review

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Advantages: Versatile, Quiet, Instinctive
Disadvantages: Minor crosstalk issues

...and the like over the 24 tape returns; six aux's allow for multiple mono or stereo effects sends and the groups are convenient while mixing down. Mackie's traditional "Rude solo light" label shows the company still have their sense of humour. There are a few minor drawbacks. Some of the knobs and faders tend to pop off a little too easily; especially after extended use and some of the output options might be better suited with XLR rather than the ubiquitous jacks. That said, at the current prices, the mackie offers a pro sounding desk for a relatively project/hobby price. Sure people will point at the Behringer desks - based in many ways on the Mackie design - that are around half the price. But that extra buys reliability, better components, a MUCH quieter desk and the sort of reliability that the Behringer just can't touch. For the money... Read review

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Advantages: Digital effects, sound quality
Disadvantages: Delay function

..., or whatever kind of echoing effect you are using at the time. It even has a blinking light to show you the current speed. No longer are you stuck with preset delays that get on your nerves because they're either too fast or too slow. The distortions on this amp are also great. They go from a mild bluesy overdrive to an "Insane" setting, which is appropriately named, and useful for crunching metal. They also have about 6 other distortion settings in between, suitable for every type of music. I would recommend this amp for anyone who is looking to upgrade from a small beginner amp. The Line 6 Spider is appropriate for recording sessions, practices, and even live gigs. It has the loudest output of any 50 watt amp I've ever played. But even when it's cranked, your clean channels stay clean and your effects are not distorted. This guitar amp is so... Read review

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