Affordable multi effect unit

[Medford Bassman]

Thinking about getting one. Had a Line 6 POD XT Live once, it was a little complicated for me.

Anyone got some recommendations? I would like some amp models in the unit when I do some gigs ampless.

Especially looking for used.

didn't see alot in the classified section.

[CopperheadLXXIX]

How cheap are you looking for? Of the newer stuff out there, I'd go with Zoom over the Boss stuff or *newer* Digitech. Less routing/tweakability than the Boss units, but IMO, the Zoom's effects algorithms sound much, much better. I haven't ever heard a good amp model from either the Boss or the Zoom however.
Maybe try and find a Digitech BP8? They occassionally crop up on Ebay, and though it doesn't have amp modeling per sae, it does have a real high voltage tube pre section that can cop some very amp like tones direct.
Also, if you're mostly looking for amp modeling, have you thought about instead of getting a multi-effects unit, getting something like say the VT Bass instead?

[basscooker]

there's often room for improvement with your bass onboard electronics,too.

[oldcatfish]

I vote for a Zoom B2. It took me a little while to really get a handle on how to tweak the models, but now I can make it sound really good, with just about any setup. I regularly use the Ampeg, Sansamp, and Tube Pre models. I occasionally use other models too, depending on the sound that I'm going for.

I play mainly at churches...sometimes direct into the board, but often into a less than desirable combo. The key to getting a good sound for me...the eq module and even more important--the ZNR blend/mix module. I get compliments on my tone quite often by sound engineers (some who are quite good), and occasionally by other bass players(again, some who are quite good). I use passive P or J style basses--Peavey or 1 squire jazz that I have. The sound engineers are usually surprised that my basses don't have active pickups.