Zoom G2.1U vs Digitech RP-250?

[oldguy]

I had the same thing going on w/ mine, K. I had to lower the master output on the RP to get rid of the breakup if I used any presets w/ lots of gain/OD when going thru my V.Jr.
When recording into the computer using Audacity, I usually set each preset by tweaking knobs, but didn't save them, 'cause once the recording was done, I wanted them the way they were used w/ the amp.
You'll find some goood sounds in there. I think doing the setup on-screen w/ the Digitech program will help alot once you get used to it.

[Big K]

OldGuy: thanks for the tip... I have a pretty hot JJ preamp tube that starts to clip at around 12:00 on the volume knob, so with a little weaker tube and a little less output should make the RP as versatile as my Vox.. and a whole lot easier/faster to just switch patches than tweak knobs and stomp boxes...

I need to pick up a rudimentary computer recording program in the next few weeks.. sugestions?

[oldguy]

Audacity. The learning curve isn't too steep, if you download the added plugins, you can export in WAV, mp3, etc., it's free, and a good way to get acquainted w/ PC recording.

http://audacity.sourceforge.net/

From here, you can go to the "help" tab and check out the tutorials, FAQ's, etc.

[Big K]

thanks for helping a fellow OG out into the world of recording..... the price is definitely sweet...... : : right

[oldguy]

You bet, K. With the RP's onboard drums, some presets, and a little practice, you can build songs on Audacity that sound really good.
When you're ready you can download some backing tracks and find some great tools to practice with, between the RP and Audacity's plugin effects, you'll be turning out some sweet tunes before you know it.