I just got a GT-1000. I upgraded from the ME-80. I didn't even know about the Core until a week ago. I think I prefer the full unit because it has the foot pedal, and even though I don't use it much, I do from time to time. The whole point of getting the GT-1000 was to get around having to buy separate pedals, so I think it works for my purposes.
Leo i just bought the Gt1000 and it was because of you. The sound is amazing. This is a huge step above the Boss Gt10. It sounds beautiful through my Krank Rev Jr pro.
Great info as usual. For me, I don't record at home, the GT1000 would be my pick as I use my processor to play live. The absence of foot switches and expression pedal would be greatly missed. God bless and rock on 😎🎸👍
Great overview of the two units. I can't believe the Core doesn't have balanced outputs on the 1/4" outs. In 2020, balanced outputs should be standard.
Hi Scott, I was also surprised, but this is what I found. If someone knows something different, please drop us a comment! Thank you for your appreciation of the video: it is really important for me!
@@jazzcat1056 I fell like people come up to me all the time and say exactly that. But in my case they usually say “how did you dial it in to not sound so nasally?” lol. Maybe it’s just a direct recording issue because a big room changes your sound somewhat whenever you use anything live anyway so it could also just be that 🤷🏽♂️
I loved the gt 1000, but since it was $1000, I put myself on the waiting list for the fractal fm3. That was 6 months ago. As a result, I pre-ordered the core and should get it in a few weeks. I like the idea that the core can be part of a pedal board with my evh 5150 overdrive and other great pedals. It will be conveniently small for home recording. So basicallyx I agree with you again, and this is another great video. Thank you for the work that you put into these comparisons.
Thank you, your feedback is really important for me! Thank you also for sharing your opinion and experience! Yes, the FM3 waiting list is really painful...I actually waited more than a year to get one...and I have one with out the headphone out...
Both of them are great, just I like much more buttons + exp so in core I can get up to 2 extra buttons with 1 exp pedal but already with no amp ctrl. I wish to have in core 1 more input for external pedals or amps instead of 2nd input
IR made originally for adjust a tone for PA that will be used on your next gig. Your tones will sounds absolutely different if You plug your GTs to any PA, because PA has own IR.
Hi David, thank you so much: your feedback and appreciation is really important for me. Yes, I'm working on a video comparison between the HX and the Core!
This video is super helpful. Is there a simple guitar-to-bass effect on the Core? I'm using a 20 year old Boss GS10 that has a great bass feature, and I need to make a switch to modern gear
I seriously believe the Core is "slightly" over priced and should retail at around $550 to $599 US. It's the Core or Pod Go for me. I'm completely torn ... undecided. I like that the Core can run parallel amp sims, but the pod Go has that extra foot switch and cool screen. By the time I'm able to make a decision a new modeller will come out to replace both of these. It's crazy these days!
Hi David, thank you for sharing your opinion! I do agree with you, also in my opinion the core is overpriced, also considering that it shares the same DSP of the regular GT 1000 that is more than two years old...and so it should have become much cheaper. Thank you for your message!
Thanks for the comparison. I had the GT-1000 in 2019 for a few months then traded it away. The main reason is that I did not like the high gain tones. My intent when I went back to the GT-1000 was to get a CORE and locate it on a pedal shelf in my small rack. I was going to use it in 4CM along with analog drive and other pedals. I intended to use a MIDI foot controller and a loop switcher such as the products from Morningstar FX. I ended up getting a trade deal on a full GT-1000. I am using an external overdrive located on my rack shelf via a MIDI controlled loop switch, the Disaster Area Designs DPC.micro. There are two more loops available so I may use other drive pedals at some point. The GT-1000 is controlling my AMT Electronics amp via MIDI. I am using two Boss FS-7 switches. One is used to offload the bank up/down. The other has two functions. The top switch engages the GT-1000 tuner and sends a MIDI CC to my amp to mute it. The bottom switch is my "solo" switch. It turns on the GT-1000 compressor, Sends a MIDI CC to my amp to toggle master volumes and sends another MIDI CC to my amp through a translating device to toggle between amp channels. On the GT-1000 the bottom row of switches select patches and the top row turn on/off individual effects within the patch. This setup is working well for me. But I still wonder whether I should switch to the core and use it in the effects loop along with a MIDI controller, loop switch and external pedals. But for now I will stick with what I have.
Hi, thank you for sharing your opinion and experience!!! Well, If you are happy with the setup you have...I would stay with that. With the GT1000 you also have XLR out and bluetooth control..that could be pretty useful. Thank you once more!
@@LeoGibsonGtr You never know when what you have gone through will help others so I like to share a bit of my experience. The GT-1000 is very powerful and flexible and can be used in many ways. I do use the XLR out in recording mode with IRs. I run that, the simulated out from my amp and a cab mic into my recording gear so I can have the most fun. ;-)
@@MOAB-UT As I said, sometimes detailing your experience helps others. I have used one Fractal product. I owned an FX8 MkII that I used in 4CM. Since those days I have gone to an all analog signal path. The Fractal was great but I still did not get along with the digital tone. I may get another digital device at some point as a portable rig. I have looked at the AX8. I would probably choose that or a FM3/9.
@@CrownedWarriorBand Fair enough. I LOVE the FM9 but would suggest you wait until they update the very dated UI- unless you don't care about editing on the unit. It was painful- sold it. The PC editor was fine and the tones were amazing. It was also $1845 US.
Leo, congratulations! You have one of the best TH-cam channels. Your reviews are always thorough and I never have any fixes to suggest. I would like to ask if the Boss GT 1000 gives the player the same feel and dynamics as a real tube amp. You think?
Hi, thank you so much, this is a great compliment that really makes me happy! Well, it is hard to answer, as everyone of us perceive the feel and dynamic in different way. I think the simulations are good and usable, and the latency is so small that it reacts basically instantly to your touch. Thank you!
Enjoyed your video think I'm going to have to buy one. My only concern is its probably more than I need, and I'm not very tech savvy I might just get stuck on the presets. I magine it's a great way to discover new tones. I think the GT Core is better for home practice and recording you can have it on a desk rather than on the floor plus takes up less space. I like the idea if adding it to a few pedals and just having an expression pedal on the side.
Well done! Like it! Was happy to see that you didn't count down the pro's and con's in the table since for me this would not make sense. But the table itself is great as a quick overview of the differences and similarities. As you said - the core maybe perfect for adding FX to a pedalboard, recording - or for bass players. I bought a HX stomp because of size and routing features and I think the Core is more or less the same concept. But I would love to have an GT-1000 Core or HX Stomp as an 9,5" unit to place in a small rack with my wireless receiver ... I know, racks are oldschool, but for bass with a small 9,5" rack ... that would be killer ;-) Thanks for your video(s) - like the way you do short product infos or comparisons and hit the facts I'd like to know (which are often not given in other videos) --> so added abo ;-)
Hi Leo!Great video as usual!!I was set on the Core to replace my Line6 HX Effects (although with way less switches).How do you think they compare ?The bluetooth was a miss i think since its much easier to program sounds especially for a compact unit.Now the Quad Cortex has made me really curious and so i `ll wait until a comparison video from you between the Helix - Quad Cortex - Boss GT-1000.Be well and thanks for everything!!
Hi George, I don't have the HX Effects, but one big difference is that the GT 1000 core has also the amps modeling, while the HX effect has only effects (but not amps simulation). So I think that the Core is a more "all rounded" solution than the HX Effects. Thank you for your message and your appreciation of the video, that is really important for me!!!!
@@LeoGibsonGtr Thanks!I know that the HX doesn`t have amps but i was asking about the quality of the effects between the two?The effects in the HX are identical to the Helix.How do you find them compared to the Boss family?
HI, it's not something very scientific, but growing up with boss effects (chorus and delay), I feel boss effects more "natural", they seems to be more "right" to my ears...but this could just due to the fact that I'm more used to boss effects. Thank you
Leo- you make really informative videos- Over the years I’ve gotten tired of lugging the tube head- 4x12 rig to gigs. So I got an EVH 50 watt and a 2x12 cab. Even THAT was a pain- so I’ve been runnin the EVH head into a cab sim pedal direct into the PA... it’s MARVELOUS!!! But! Now I want to go smaller- I looked at axe fx and pod pro x but still too big to lug around *SO*. Now I’m lookin at Hx stomp and GT 1000cores. I like the more FULL sound I’ve seen in your demos for the GT 1000core but I wish it had XlR out for PA-
Hi, thank you Jay, I'm really happy that my videos are of some help! I do agree, it is a pity that the GT1000 core is missing balanced out...maybe you can check out for a second hand GT 1000, to save money. Thank you for your message!
Im a bass player with the GT-1000 on my pedalboard. Frankly, I wish I had the core. - not only because its cheaper, but I have accidentally pressed the pedal and turned off the volume while playing. For ME - I dont really need the pedal, and if I did, I have a few other wah pedals I could use. Love the tones and the concept. Replaced a bunch of my source audio pedals which now sit in my storage unit...
Hi Lee, thank you for sharing your experience! I'm not an heavy user of the exp pedal too....therefore I like design like the core, the quad cortex, etc. Thank you!
@@niloben659 they are both great. I have 3 SA bass effect pro pedals. I did hear oscillator noise if I recall (they’ve been in storage for about 5 years and I just pulled out to sell). I liked the hand held wah- was a fun gimmick. (Hot hand). But I love SA products. I haven’t bought any of their newer pedals (neuro. Etc). I have envelope and bass distortion pro. I also won their phaser / Flanger orange pedal in a SA drawing.
I use 2 A-B-Y switches in my current pedalboard. The 1000 is not true bypass. So I send my inputs to one bay and the other to the 1000. Going straight in sounds much better than going through the boss IMO. And to be candid / I’m using most of the presets for bass and haven’t really taken the time to learn the pedalboard mode.
Hi Leo, I am always fascinated by your videos. Really cool! You know I have the Headrush MX5, I love it. I recently bought the BOSS GT-1 and I seem to like the Overdrive and overall sound on the BOSS GT-1 "better" Can you please tell me if the on the GT-1 have the same Processor as the BOSS GT-1000 or the GT-1000 Core. My GT-1 seems to handle Overdrive and Gain more convincingly than the MX5. Not to say that the MX5 is bad. Can I please get your thoughts? Thank you.
Hi Angel, thank you, I'm super happy that you like my videos!!! Well, actually I have never owned the GT 1, therefore I cannot judge from direct experience. I would be surprised if the GT1 had the same DSP as the GT 1000, as the GT 1 is pretty old (it was released in 2016) and the GT 1000 is pretty powerful offering pretty complex effects signal chains. Therefore I thing that the DSP of the GT 1000 is newer / better. As regards the GT 1 overdrive, not having owned the unit, I can only say that maybe there is some tech used by Boss with their overdrive and distortion pedals, to which we are all used, as they are out in the market since many many years. Thank you for your message!
@@LeoGibsonGtr Thank you. When you record your videos, do you find yourself using the GT-1000 more. I was considering buying the GT-1000 Core, the mini pedalboard. Have you ever tried or owned one?, the GT-1000 Core?
Hi, yes, I have had the core for some weeks and I did a video comparison with the HX Stomp. Actually when I record my video I typically record a DI track, with the best possible quality: I use a millennia preamp into my Apollo X16 and then I reamp into the devices I want to test....but this is not a common use case. If you want this unit to record the Core is for sure a good option....I used the regular GT 1000 for recording some years ago, obtaining pretty good results. Thank you!
Hello! Great vid, as usual, congratulations! One question: looking forward to Black Friday deals to get an amp modeller, but I have a big problem: - Love Kemper Stage's profiling and sharing capability. - Love GT 1000 core's size and price point. - Love Neural Cortex's promising specs and UI based on nothing yet. What should I do? Any thoughts? (I can afford any of them, but I am definitely not rich 😆) Thank you in advance!
Hi Sergio, thank you so much!!! On paper the Quad Cortex seems to be the better option, but I have not tetsted it yet (it should arrive within the end of november), so I'm not sure. If you love profiling and you have some amps to profile I would go with the Kemper. I'm not convinced that it is worth the extra $$$ vs the GT 1000, but if you can profile and you don't mind the lack of an USB audio interface, I would suggest the Kemper. Thank you!!!
@@LeoGibsonGtr Hello Leo! First of all, thank you for your answer. I really appreciate it and it has really helped me decide. I have made my decision and I will go for the Kemper. I am more concerned about getting the tones I want right now. And I am sure I will get them, as Kemper's system has been going on for many years. There will always be time for a future upgrade or change to Neural should it be as good as they say. Again, thank you so much for your advice and I hope you stay well and safe. See you!
hi Leo! one more question please… in your opinion does it possible grab the core to live set just like single pedal effect and so bypass ir, amp/cab simulation.i want use my clean dist from my amp.i mean add one or more modulation in real time from boss gt1000 core. does it possible select rev or delay or chorus during live gigs avoiding run through presets up and down and dancing:)
Hi, I think it is possible. I mean you can use it with the 4 cable method with your amp, removing from the GT 1000 core the amp and the IR.... Thank you!
I like my GT1000. In addition to its third-party IR resolution is too lower ,the IR resolution is not as good as the GE300. This is a bit disappointing. I really hope that it can greatly improve this problem.
Hi Leo...great video!!just one question: is it possible to switch on/off more than one block effects with just one footswitch in the Boss GT1000 Core? something like the snapshot function on the helix for exemple. thankyou so much
Hi Lorenzo, sorry for late answering. No as far as I know, in the GT 1000 there is not something like the snapshot function of the Helix. In the GT 1000 there is the Stompbox feature that simplifies using common effects settings in many different patches. Obviously if someone has better info than me, please drop us a message. Thank you for your message, and sorry once more for the delayed answer.
I didn't measure the latency of the GT1000 core, but I would assume it's same of the GT1000, having the same dsp and audio interface. Thank you for your question!
This review was very useful. I do run into the situation where brining along my heavy pedal board plus one tube amps is not as practical and having something to go straight into the p.a. would suit me well. I also run into situations when traveling in which I want to bring my pedal board but I am uncertain on the amp that will be provided. Even though it is too expensive I lean a bit more towards the core because I could use it in a wider array of situations. It would give me a bit of piece of mind knowing that if that amp provided is not of my liking I can ask to go straight into the p.a. I am also a bit torn between the CORE and the Quad Cortex. By what I see due to its size the Quad would work better as a stand alone unit. I am not thrilled that they do not detail what effects it does include which considering the price of the unit. I have tried some of their pluggins, and there are several good ones. I do wish they had invested those with a stereo delay instead of just the ping pong option. As always, awesome video. Ciao
Thank you Isaac, your appreciation is really important for me! Thank you also for sharing your experience and opinion! Actually, I'm in the waiting list for the quad Cortex...so I will for sure make a video review and some video comparisons...so...stay tuned!!! 😊
Hi, I think it is possibile using two completerly different parallel paths and then sending one to the left and the other to the right. I'm not 100% sure as I didn't try: If someone has better info, please drop here a comment. Thanks!!!
The size and formfactor is very similar, Line6 and Boss have different philosophies on how things should work so some people prefer one or the other way. One big difference to note is that the GT-1000 Core is a full powered GT-1000 but in smaller format with a little less IO and switches and no expressionpedal and no bluetooth that can run the same patches as the big one. The HX Stomp is half the power of a Helix.
Great comparison! Love the compact, lightweight, money saving design. Question. Does the dual input allow for 2 separate instruments, into 2 signal paths, out to 2 separate amps? Thanks for your videos :)
Hi, I'm working about a video comparison between the core and the HX...yes the HX is less powerful than the regular Helix, while the core share the same DSP of the regular GT 1000. Thank you for your message!
They could be releasing a more powerful GT, no? Since they've already shrunk it down with the core. Edit: I was also thinking of using the core with a Victory V4 pedal, either a Kraken or a Jack. That would be hot. 🔥👌
Yes, I was also expecting some new high level pedalboards both from boss and line 6, as their flagship pedalboards are quite old. Yes, I already did a video coupling the regular GT 1000 with the victory (th-cam.com/video/IVKXqh8X7dk/w-d-xo.html)...so coupling the GT 1000 core with the victory would be even cooler!!!
I can’t find anything on this? Source? From my findings the iOS app had an update a couple of weeks ago which *added support for GT-1000CORE I really don’t know what to believe.
@@LeoGibsonGtr no no no I'm sorry I didn't mean to sound rude. I found the perfect video you made the perfect video. I just had a tough time listening to your accent. It's different from what I'm used to so I will rewatch the video again. No I am not being mean I just meant that I couldn't understand that's all. Love and support
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I just got a GT-1000. I upgraded from the ME-80. I didn't even know about the Core until a week ago. I think I prefer the full unit because it has the foot pedal, and even though I don't use it much, I do from time to time. The whole point of getting the GT-1000 was to get around having to buy separate pedals, so I think it works for my purposes.
Hi, thank your comment and for sharing your opinion!
Hey I have an me80 and planning to upgrade to core? Which would you prefer
@@graves7601 The Core. You have more pedal options, amp simps, and numerous ways to set up your rig. You also have two effects loops and midi options.
That was great, and that's what I was looking for. Found answers to all my questions. The Core is it! Thanks and all the best!
You are welcome and I'm happy to have been of some help!!!
Leo i just bought the Gt1000 and it was because of you. The sound is amazing. This is a huge step above the Boss Gt10. It sounds beautiful through my Krank Rev Jr pro.
Hi, thank you for letting me know and for sharing your experience!
Great info as usual. For me, I don't record at home, the GT1000 would be my pick as I use my processor to play live. The absence of foot switches and expression pedal would be greatly missed. God bless and rock on 😎🎸👍
Thank you, appreciated!!!! Yes, I do agree, for playing live the regular GT 1000 is a more complete option!
Great overview of the two units. I can't believe the Core doesn't have balanced outputs on the 1/4" outs. In 2020, balanced outputs should be standard.
Hi Scott, I was also surprised, but this is what I found. If someone knows something different, please drop us a comment!
Thank you for your appreciation of the video: it is really important for me!
I own the GT-1000 and use it at church. I love Boss especially the sound compared to Helix.
Hi, thank you for sharing your opinion and experience!!
Hi rcc, what do you mean when you say you like the sound of GT-1000 more regarding to helix? What is better in your opinion?
@@michaelschneider8354 there is a nasal-like sound to the Helix distortions I don’t care for. I did not find that on the Gt-1000 dirty sounds.
@@jazzcat1056 I fell like people come up to me all the time and say exactly that. But in my case they usually say “how did you dial it in to not sound so nasally?” lol. Maybe it’s just a direct recording issue because a big room changes your sound somewhat whenever you use anything live anyway so it could also just be that 🤷🏽♂️
@@michaelschneider8354 bettter dynamics man
I loved the gt 1000, but since it was $1000, I put myself on the waiting list for the fractal fm3. That was 6 months ago. As a result, I pre-ordered the core and should get it in a few weeks. I like the idea that the core can be part of a pedal board with my evh 5150 overdrive and other great pedals. It will be conveniently small for home recording. So basicallyx I agree with you again, and this is another great video. Thank you for the work that you put into these comparisons.
Thank you, your feedback is really important for me!
Thank you also for sharing your opinion and experience!
Yes, the FM3 waiting list is really painful...I actually waited more than a year to get one...and I have one with out the headphone out...
Both of them are great, just I like much more buttons + exp so in core I can get up to 2 extra buttons with 1 exp pedal but already with no amp ctrl. I wish to have in core 1 more input for external pedals or amps instead of 2nd input
Thank you for sharing!
IR made originally for adjust a tone for PA that will be used on your next gig. Your tones will sounds absolutely different if You plug your GTs to any PA, because PA has own IR.
Thanks for the great video Leo, really amazing comparison... Would love to see how you compared it to the hx stomp!!!
Hi David, thank you so much: your feedback and appreciation is really important for me. Yes, I'm working on a video comparison between the HX and the Core!
@@LeoGibsonGtr great to hear that!!! You rock!!!
This beats a Stomp XL easily.
I have had Helix, Stomp, Kemper, Pod Go, and I am buying a GT-1000 core once again 🤘
Interesting....thank you for sharing! If you want, please share the reasons why.
Thank you!
You got gas real bad
Cool review!
Cheers from Portugal 🍺🤘
Thank you, really appreciated!!!!
This video is super helpful. Is there a simple guitar-to-bass effect on the Core?
I'm using a 20 year old Boss GS10 that has a great bass feature, and I need to make a switch to modern gear
I seriously believe the Core is "slightly" over priced and should retail at around $550 to $599 US. It's the Core or Pod Go for me. I'm completely torn ... undecided. I like that the Core can run parallel amp sims, but the pod Go has that extra foot switch and cool screen. By the time I'm able to make a decision a new modeller will come out to replace both of these. It's crazy these days!
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Hi David, thank you for sharing your opinion! I do agree with you, also in my opinion the core is overpriced, also considering that it shares the same DSP of the regular GT 1000 that is more than two years old...and so it should have become much cheaper.
Thank you for your message!
Following this logic the HX Stomp is overpriced, too. Half the power of the Helix LT and only 3 footswitches.
Thanks for the comparison. I had the GT-1000 in 2019 for a few months then traded it away. The main reason is that I did not like the high gain tones.
My intent when I went back to the GT-1000 was to get a CORE and locate it on a pedal shelf in my small rack. I was going to use it in 4CM along with analog drive and other pedals. I intended to use a MIDI foot controller and a loop switcher such as the products from Morningstar FX.
I ended up getting a trade deal on a full GT-1000. I am using an external overdrive located on my rack shelf via a MIDI controlled loop switch, the Disaster Area Designs DPC.micro. There are two more loops available so I may use other drive pedals at some point. The GT-1000 is controlling my AMT Electronics amp via MIDI.
I am using two Boss FS-7 switches. One is used to offload the bank up/down. The other has two functions. The top switch engages the GT-1000 tuner and sends a MIDI CC to my amp to mute it. The bottom switch is my "solo" switch. It turns on the GT-1000 compressor, Sends a MIDI CC to my amp to toggle master volumes and sends another MIDI CC to my amp through a translating device to toggle between amp channels.
On the GT-1000 the bottom row of switches select patches and the top row turn on/off individual effects within the patch.
This setup is working well for me. But I still wonder whether I should switch to the core and use it in the effects loop along with a MIDI controller, loop switch and external pedals. But for now I will stick with what I have.
Hi, thank you for sharing your opinion and experience!!! Well, If you are happy with the setup you have...I would stay with that. With the GT1000 you also have XLR out and bluetooth control..that could be pretty useful.
Thank you once more!
@@LeoGibsonGtr You never know when what you have gone through will help others so I like to share a bit of my experience. The GT-1000 is very powerful and flexible and can be used in many ways.
I do use the XLR out in recording mode with IRs. I run that, the simulated out from my amp and a cab mic into my recording gear so I can have the most fun. ;-)
My verbous man- get a FM9 and be done with all that madness. You be happy.
@@MOAB-UT As I said, sometimes detailing your experience helps others.
I have used one Fractal product. I owned an FX8 MkII that I used in 4CM.
Since those days I have gone to an all analog signal path. The Fractal was great but I still did not get along with the digital tone.
I may get another digital device at some point as a portable rig. I have looked at the AX8. I would probably choose that or a FM3/9.
@@CrownedWarriorBand Fair enough. I LOVE the FM9 but would suggest you wait until they update the very dated UI- unless you don't care about editing on the unit. It was painful- sold it. The PC editor was fine and the tones were amazing. It was also $1845 US.
Nice rewiew, Leo!. Make a comparison between boss gt1000encore and Line6 Helix stomp, please.
Hi Miguel, thank you very much!!! Yes I'm working on that comparison!!!
Leo, congratulations! You have one of the best TH-cam channels. Your reviews are always thorough and I never have any fixes to suggest. I would like to ask if the Boss GT 1000 gives the player the same feel and dynamics as a real tube amp. You think?
Hi, thank you so much, this is a great compliment that really makes me happy!
Well, it is hard to answer, as everyone of us perceive the feel and dynamic in different way. I think the simulations are good and usable, and the latency is so small that it reacts basically instantly to your touch.
Thank you!
Full Size GTK: all-around, covers all bases
GTK Core: my grab n go, something that I would use in small gigs or long distance travel
Hi Nicko, thank you for sharing your opinion!
What's GTK?
@@boimesa8190 Hi, it stands for BOSS GT 1000
Enjoyed your video think I'm going to have to buy one. My only concern is its probably more than I need, and I'm not very tech savvy I might just get stuck on the presets. I magine it's a great way to discover new tones. I think the GT Core is better for home practice and recording you can have it on a desk rather than on the floor plus takes up less space. I like the idea if adding it to a few pedals and just having an expression pedal on the side.
Thank you, I'm happy you enjoyed the video! Thank you also for sharing your opinion and experience!
Well done! Like it! Was happy to see that you didn't count down the pro's and con's in the table since for me this would not make sense. But the table itself is great as a quick overview of the differences and similarities. As you said - the core maybe perfect for adding FX to a pedalboard, recording - or for bass players. I bought a HX stomp because of size and routing features and I think the Core is more or less the same concept. But I would love to have an GT-1000 Core or HX Stomp as an 9,5" unit to place in a small rack with my wireless receiver ... I know, racks are oldschool, but for bass with a small 9,5" rack ... that would be killer ;-)
Thanks for your video(s) - like the way you do short product infos or comparisons and hit the facts I'd like to know (which are often not given in other videos) --> so added abo ;-)
Thank you, your appreciation is really important for me! Thank you also for sharing your opinion!
The HX Stomp has less blocks than it's big brother. Not true of the GT core.
Thank you!
You are welcome!!!
It's insane how the Boss was able to put almost all the GT-1000 capabilities in a unit of this form factor.
Hi, yes I do agree!
Hi Leo!Great video as usual!!I was set on the Core to replace my Line6 HX Effects (although with way less switches).How do you think they compare ?The bluetooth was a miss i think since its much easier to program sounds especially for a compact unit.Now the Quad Cortex has made me really curious and so i `ll wait until a comparison video from you between the Helix - Quad Cortex - Boss GT-1000.Be well and thanks for everything!!
Hi George, I don't have the HX Effects, but one big difference is that the GT 1000 core has also the amps modeling, while the HX effect has only effects (but not amps simulation). So I think that the Core is a more "all rounded" solution than the HX Effects.
Thank you for your message and your appreciation of the video, that is really important for me!!!!
@@LeoGibsonGtr Thanks!I know that the HX doesn`t have amps but i was asking about the quality of the effects between the two?The effects in the HX are identical to the Helix.How do you find them compared to the Boss family?
HI, it's not something very scientific, but growing up with boss effects (chorus and delay), I feel boss effects more "natural", they seems to be more "right" to my ears...but this could just due to the fact that I'm more used to boss effects.
Thank you
@@LeoGibsonGtr Thanks again Leo!I'll be waiting for the Quad Cortex review!Cheers man!
Leo- you make really informative videos- Over the years I’ve gotten tired of lugging the tube head- 4x12 rig to gigs. So I got an EVH 50 watt and a 2x12 cab. Even THAT was a pain- so I’ve been runnin the EVH head into a cab sim pedal direct into the PA... it’s MARVELOUS!!! But! Now I want to go smaller- I looked at axe fx and pod pro x but still too big to lug around *SO*. Now I’m lookin at Hx stomp and GT 1000cores. I like the more FULL sound I’ve seen in your demos for the GT 1000core but I wish it had XlR out for PA-
Hi, thank you Jay, I'm really happy that my videos are of some help! I do agree, it is a pity that the GT1000 core is missing balanced out...maybe you can check out for a second hand GT 1000, to save money.
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Im a bass player with the GT-1000 on my pedalboard. Frankly, I wish I had the core. - not only because its cheaper, but I have accidentally pressed the pedal and turned off the volume while playing. For ME - I dont really need the pedal, and if I did, I have a few other wah pedals I could use. Love the tones and the concept. Replaced a bunch of my source audio pedals which now sit in my storage unit...
Hi Lee, thank you for sharing your experience! I'm not an heavy user of the exp pedal too....therefore I like design like the core, the quad cortex, etc.
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How do you find the effect quality vs source audio?
@@niloben659 they are both great. I have 3 SA bass effect pro pedals. I did hear oscillator noise if I recall (they’ve been in storage for about 5 years and I just pulled out to sell). I liked the hand held wah- was a fun gimmick. (Hot hand). But I love SA products. I haven’t bought any of their newer pedals (neuro. Etc). I have envelope and bass distortion pro. I also won their phaser / Flanger orange pedal in a SA drawing.
I use 2 A-B-Y switches in my current pedalboard. The 1000 is not true bypass. So I send my inputs to one bay and the other to the 1000. Going straight in sounds much better than going through the boss IMO. And to be candid / I’m using most of the presets for bass and haven’t really taken the time to learn the pedalboard mode.
Hi Leo, I am always fascinated by your videos. Really cool! You know I have the Headrush MX5, I love it. I recently bought the BOSS GT-1 and I seem to like the Overdrive and overall sound on the BOSS GT-1 "better" Can you please tell me if the on the GT-1 have the same Processor as the BOSS GT-1000 or the GT-1000 Core. My GT-1 seems to handle Overdrive and Gain more convincingly than the MX5. Not to say that the MX5 is bad. Can I please get your thoughts? Thank you.
Hi Angel, thank you, I'm super happy that you like my videos!!! Well, actually I have never owned the GT 1, therefore I cannot judge from direct experience. I would be surprised if the GT1 had the same DSP as the GT 1000, as the GT 1 is pretty old (it was released in 2016) and the GT 1000 is pretty powerful offering pretty complex effects signal chains. Therefore I thing that the DSP of the GT 1000 is newer / better. As regards the GT 1 overdrive, not having owned the unit, I can only say that maybe there is some tech used by Boss with their overdrive and distortion pedals, to which we are all used, as they are out in the market since many many years.
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Thank you. When you record your videos, do you find yourself using the GT-1000 more. I was considering buying the GT-1000 Core, the mini pedalboard. Have you ever tried or owned one?, the GT-1000 Core?
Hi, yes, I have had the core for some weeks and I did a video comparison with the HX Stomp. Actually when I record my video I typically record a DI track, with the best possible quality: I use a millennia preamp into my Apollo X16 and then I reamp into the devices I want to test....but this is not a common use case. If you want this unit to record the Core is for sure a good option....I used the regular GT 1000 for recording some years ago, obtaining pretty good results.
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Great reaview. Tone wise are they the same or is 1000 better?
Hi thank you! Yes, I didn't notice any difference.
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same but get a fm9
I had the gt1000, great unit. Sold it because I was never able to create the big boosted Marshall sound i like
Hi, thank you for sharing your experience!
Hello!
Great vid, as usual, congratulations!
One question: looking forward to Black Friday deals to get an amp modeller, but I have a big problem:
- Love Kemper Stage's profiling and sharing capability.
- Love GT 1000 core's size and price point.
- Love Neural Cortex's promising specs and UI based on nothing yet.
What should I do? Any thoughts? (I can afford any of them, but I am definitely not rich 😆)
Thank you in advance!
Hi Sergio, thank you so much!!! On paper the Quad Cortex seems to be the better option, but I have not tetsted it yet (it should arrive within the end of november), so I'm not sure. If you love profiling and you have some amps to profile I would go with the Kemper. I'm not convinced that it is worth the extra $$$ vs the GT 1000, but if you can profile and you don't mind the lack of an USB audio interface, I would suggest the Kemper.
Thank you!!!
thank you so much for your advice and quick reply! Stay safe.
You are welcome Sergio!!! Stay safe too!!!
@@LeoGibsonGtr Hello Leo! First of all, thank you for your answer. I really appreciate it and it has really helped me decide.
I have made my decision and I will go for the Kemper. I am more concerned about getting the tones I want right now. And I am sure I will get them, as Kemper's system has been going on for many years. There will always be time for a future upgrade or change to Neural should it be as good as they say.
Again, thank you so much for your advice and I hope you stay well and safe.
See you!
@@soycig Ok Sergio, thank you for letting me know, I really appreciated it!!! Stay safe too!
hi Leo! one more question please… in your opinion does it possible grab the core to live set just like single pedal effect and so bypass ir, amp/cab simulation.i want use my clean dist from
my amp.i mean add one or more modulation in real time from boss gt1000 core. does it possible select rev or delay or chorus during live gigs avoiding run through presets up and down and dancing:)
Hi, I think it is possible. I mean you can use it with the 4 cable method with your amp, removing from the GT 1000 core the amp and the IR....
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@@LeoGibsonGtr Thanks very kind as usual Leo!
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Hi Leo! Fantastic video as always! I was wondering if the BOSS GT 1000 CORE's output is balanced trs or just unbalanced ts. Thanks!
Hi, thank you so much!
Unfortunately they are unbalanced. On the other hand the bigger GT 1000 has balanced out.
Thank you for your question!
I like my GT1000. In addition to its third-party IR resolution is too lower ,the IR resolution is not as good as the GE300. This is a bit disappointing. I really hope that it can greatly improve this problem.
Hi, thank you for sharing your opinion and experience!
Hi Leo...great video!!just one question: is it possible to switch on/off more than one block effects with just one footswitch in the Boss GT1000 Core? something like the snapshot function on the helix for exemple.
thankyou so much
Hi Lorenzo, sorry for late answering.
No as far as I know, in the GT 1000 there is not something like the snapshot function of the Helix. In the GT 1000 there is the Stompbox feature that simplifies using common effects settings in many different patches. Obviously if someone has better info than me, please drop us a message.
Thank you for your message, and sorry once more for the delayed answer.
Like your videos!!! Thank you
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Are the latency same with these two?
I didn't measure the latency of the GT1000 core, but I would assume it's same of the GT1000, having the same dsp and audio interface.
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Grazie! Ottimo video
Prego, mi fa piacere ti sia piaciuto!!!
Grazie a te!
This review was very useful. I do run into the situation where brining along my heavy pedal board plus one tube amps is not as practical and having something to go straight into the p.a. would suit me well. I also run into situations when traveling in which I want to bring my pedal board but I am uncertain on the amp that will be provided. Even though it is too expensive I lean a bit more towards the core because I could use it in a wider array of situations. It would give me a bit of piece of mind knowing that if that amp provided is not of my liking I can ask to go straight into the p.a.
I am also a bit torn between the CORE and the Quad Cortex. By what I see due to its size the Quad would work better as a stand alone unit. I am not thrilled that they do not detail what effects it does include which considering the price of the unit. I have tried some of their pluggins, and there are several good ones. I do wish they had invested those with a stereo delay instead of just the ping pong option.
As always, awesome video. Ciao
Thank you Isaac, your appreciation is really important for me!
Thank you also for sharing your experience and opinion! Actually, I'm in the waiting list for the quad Cortex...so I will for sure make a video review and some video comparisons...so...stay tuned!!! 😊
Can i use a dunlop cry baby wah to a core?
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can I use Core version for reamping double tracks?
Hi, I think it is possibile using two completerly different parallel paths and then sending one to the left and the other to the right. I'm not 100% sure as I didn't try: If someone has better info, please drop here a comment.
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Gt1000 core vs Hx stomp? I mean they are too similar even looking to not compare
The size and formfactor is very similar, Line6 and Boss have different philosophies on how things should work so some people prefer one or the other way. One big difference to note is that the GT-1000 Core is a full powered GT-1000 but in smaller format with a little less IO and switches and no expressionpedal and no bluetooth that can run the same patches as the big one. The HX Stomp is half the power of a Helix.
Great comparison! Love the compact, lightweight, money saving design. Question. Does the dual input allow for 2 separate instruments, into 2 signal paths, out to 2 separate amps? Thanks for your videos :)
Hi, yes, I'm working about this comparison!!!
Hi, I'm working about a video comparison between the core and the HX...yes the HX is less powerful than the regular Helix, while the core share the same DSP of the regular GT 1000.
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Than you Phill, yes it should be possible, even if I didn't tried...so I'm not 100% sure.
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Gracias a este video hice mi compra c:
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They could be releasing a more powerful GT, no? Since they've already shrunk it down with the core.
Edit: I was also thinking of using the core with a Victory V4 pedal, either a Kraken or a Jack. That would be hot. 🔥👌
Yes, I was also expecting some new high level pedalboards both from boss and line 6, as their flagship pedalboards are quite old. Yes, I already did a video coupling the regular GT 1000 with the victory (th-cam.com/video/IVKXqh8X7dk/w-d-xo.html)...so coupling the GT 1000 core with the victory would be even cooler!!!
@@LeoGibsonGtr very nice! thanks! 🤘
@@wabisabi6802 You are welcome!!!
Hey Leo, can I suggest zoom g11 vs headrush gigboard or pedalboard.
Hi, yes, good suggestion, thanks!
I would ideally like to buy the GT 1000, but my finances are making me choose the lower priced ME-90.
Hi, thank you for sharing!
I don't get the pricepoint of 680€ for the core, for 870€ you already gave a Line 6 Helix LT or GT-1000
Hi, also in my opinion it is too pricy. Thank you for sharing your opinion!
Great video, to the point. Thanks so much.
Thanks, I’m really happy that you like the video!!!
I think Boss GT 1000 is the best solution for me !
ok, thank you for sharing your opinion!
@@LeoGibsonGtr You're wellcome my friend!
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Core and putting a cry baby wah it's magic 😊
Thank you for sharing!
Yes the Core is missing Bluetooth.
Hi, thank you for sharing!
I can’t find anything on this? Source? From my findings the iOS app had an update a couple of weeks ago which *added support for GT-1000CORE
I really don’t know what to believe.
Buy a used BOSS GT-10, it is less digital sounding than the GT1000.
Hi, maybe you are interested in this video where I have compared the GX 100 vs the GT 100: th-cam.com/video/f0mXQV7fjsA/w-d-xo.html
His English is a challenge for me to listen to
I'm sorry for that...but I spend all the time to make music and these videos, therefore no time left to practice English...maybe in the future.
@@LeoGibsonGtr no no no I'm sorry I didn't mean to sound rude. I found the perfect video you made the perfect video. I just had a tough time listening to your accent. It's different from what I'm used to so I will rewatch the video again. No I am not being mean I just meant that I couldn't understand that's all. Love and support
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