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Re: UNIQUE RACK SETUP - Help!
<font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">Well what's a less expensive single rack mount unit that performs those functions? They are around 300 to 400 on eBay. Can't say I have seen much cheaper that can do what is being asked. </font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">The GRX4 is $260 new (last I checked) and can be found on ebay or HC classifieds for $150-180, plus it'll work pretty easily with his current controller. I always subconsciously add the price of the used midi-controller to the GCX or Patchmate so do tend to think of them running $500-600 used for the "whole deal". Yes, they're a whole bunch cheaper than CAE, etc.
I should also note that the GRX4 isn't nearly as programmable as the GCX. (I'll stick with it as I'm not nearly as familiar with the Patchmate.) Each loop of the GCX can be wired in any order, set as a controller, set for A/B, etc. The GRX4 only has one loop that will do that, while the other 3 run in series order and are internally connected. I figure between the G Major and the Behringer footcontroller JiMoSiTY already has four midi controlled switches, and the other options don't sound necessary for he's describing.
For someone routing all kinds of pedals, rackmount units, etc. I'd definitely recommend the GCX from my experience, or possibly the new Axess full rack unit - pricey though. For example, if JiMoSiTY has any thoughts of expanding in the future, I'd recommend a more serious consideration of the GCX from my experience. (Yes, you can control it with your current controller. It'll just be more work initially.)
Originally posted by Soloist1:
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I wouldn't consider the GCX or Patchmate to be inexpensive.
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I wouldn't consider the GCX or Patchmate to be inexpensive.
I should also note that the GRX4 isn't nearly as programmable as the GCX. (I'll stick with it as I'm not nearly as familiar with the Patchmate.) Each loop of the GCX can be wired in any order, set as a controller, set for A/B, etc. The GRX4 only has one loop that will do that, while the other 3 run in series order and are internally connected. I figure between the G Major and the Behringer footcontroller JiMoSiTY already has four midi controlled switches, and the other options don't sound necessary for he's describing.
For someone routing all kinds of pedals, rackmount units, etc. I'd definitely recommend the GCX from my experience, or possibly the new Axess full rack unit - pricey though. For example, if JiMoSiTY has any thoughts of expanding in the future, I'd recommend a more serious consideration of the GCX from my experience. (Yes, you can control it with your current controller. It'll just be more work initially.)
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