effects processors

So from what it sounds like, you're looking for a drum machine that has built in guitar effects and amp simulators.  I haven't tried the Zoom (but I heard they're pretty good) or the Korg (don't know anything about them really).  I have tried the Digitech- it was good for a beginner, but once you get more advanced and know what sound you're after, it really doesnt' cut it anymore.  I know for a drum machine, the best one is the Boss DR-5.  you can pretty much do anything with it.  I don't have one personally, but  I know someone who does and it's really easy to program, you can play guitar through it and it can track the guitar so it sounds like any number of other instruments.  I think, but don't quote me on this, that it also has an amp simulator.  You can record backing tracks over the drum samples and solo over those.  Pretty cool.  Unfortunately, they don't make these anymore and the only place you can get one is on ebay or a music store that has a lot of used sutff, but it's worth it to check them out.

Hope this helps,

Scott

Try one of the new Boss digital recorders. They don't cost too much, have plenty of features and are easy to use. (No, I don't work for Roland/Boss). Just remember that the lower priced ones usually use Flash memory cards instead of an internal hard-drive.

Not seen one yet but I'm sure I will (I manage a guitar store - kid in a sweet shop syndrome). I'll let you know but remember that the smaller units can be a bit more fiddly to use. I've had a BR1180 for ages and it's so easy to use for demos that I'm not going to change it until it stops working....which'll probably be tomorrow now that I've said that.

gsj
thanks i'd appreciate your opinion once you had yours hands on one.