Skybone

Probably not.

Do you need it for "just" effects or for amp/cab sims as well? If it's just for effects, then maybe have a look at the HX FX? Zoom B range get good write ups. Or, there's always the tried & tested Boss GT range.

Context would be good... However, if money were no object, then I'd go for an EBS Magni 502.

@AMV001 a subtle take on a 4003 from HW:

That means there will be lots of used Helixes coming onto the second hand market not long after these are released. Wonder if they're going to update the Stomp, Stomp XL & POD Go too?

Sole Man - Sam & Dave

Swinging the Chain - Black Sabbath

Wishing (I Had a Photograph of You) - A Flock of Seagulls

As I bought a FlyRig v2 recently on here, I had a quick look at the manual for both the FRv2 & BDDI. There isn't a blend control on the panel, and it doesn't look like there's any facility for it in the manual. Don't forget that you also have the 2 channels of BDDI/VTDI, Compressor & OctaFilter, which can do the AutoWah thing, as well as sub-octave & fuzz. Versatile piece of gear. I couldn't belive how small it was either!

Black Coffee - Black Flag

Indeed, you can't really go wrong with an Ashdown (no experience of Peavey or Bugera). If they're local to you, then get out and try them.

Sweet. And they do look so much better with the black scratchplate & TRC. 👍🤘

Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting - Reg Dwight

I know a lot of people don't rate the Line6 POD Go, but I think that it is ideal for the bassist. There may not be a plethora of bass amps, cabs and effects, but those that are there are rather good. It is limited when compared to the HX series, but that's part of the appeal. You can only have three effects, but do you really need more?

Tech21 Bass Fly Rig v2, purchased from Carlsim: Can't believe how small it is, but it sounds great.

Bits and Pieces - The Dave Clark Five

"I'm not dead"

Stiletto -Billy Joel https://youtu.be/lmUrJ_el-SM?feature=shared

Jimmy Jimmy - The Undertones

Man, I Feel Like a Woman - Shania Twain

Cod Only Knows - The Beach Buoys

Nice haul.

I still think the Line6 POD Go is a brilliant bit of kit, but no DI though. Just bought a FlyRig v2 from Carlsim, only had a little time with it, but really looking forward to messing about with it a lot more. Some great sounds in there. Definitely has a DI out too.