M9/M13 vs. Individual Line 6 Modelers

[Bjazzman]

how do the sounds in the m9/m13 compare tone wise to the individual counterparts like mm4, dl4, fm4...


for some reason when i tried the m13 in the store it didn't seem as full of a sound when compared to the original models.

has anyone done a side by side comparison to test this out

[cybersnyder]

Most say the exact opposite due to the increased processing power available.

[judas jedermann]

IMO M-series is much better sounding than individual modellers. And it has more effects, way better looper, scenes, 2 expression pedals etc.

[Hector_G]

I just posted this in another thread.

In my opinion, from the clips I've listened to, the effects sound cleaner and more full than the FM4. The synths in particular. One that stood out, it sounded like the Growler model in the FM4. Not sure what it's called in the M series pedal.

[cybersnyder]

Originally Posted by Hector_G

I just posted this in another thread.

In my opinion, from the clips I've listened to, the effects sound cleaner and more full than the FM4. The synths in particular. One that stood out, it sounded like the Growler model in the FM4. Not sure what it's called in the M series pedal.

Don't go by clips. Too much variation in the recording techniques, IMHO. I definitely prefer the M series.

[Bjazzman]

weird. im definitely going to have to do a side by side because when i tried the m13 in the store it sounded thin. maybe this is better in a live mix

[Chronicle]

Originally Posted by Bjazzman

weird. im definitely going to have to do a side by side because when i tried the m13 in the store it sounded thin. maybe this is better in a live mix

Or you played through a crappy amp :P

[cybersnyder]

Tracking is much better with the synths, IMHO.

But I didn't do a side-by-side comparison. Different basses, different rooms, different amps.

[Mingus Addict]

So I randomly got to play with a DL4 for the first time today. I didn't have an M9 right beside it (I've used one some what extensively), but from memory the DL4 sounded a bit better to me. I guess I'll have to do a side by side comparison. I hate to use this terminology but the DL4 sounded "warmer" to me.

I should mention that I tried the DL4 at home where I practice with the same gear I've used the M9 with.

[thombo]

imo, the M-series is better. i had a FM4 briefly, and a Verbzilla and DL4 for many years.
-M13 tracks better for the filter effects.
-M13 us about the same, sound-wise, as the DL4
-Verbzilla is about same sound quality, but has more options for saving sounds with the M13.
- A huge advantage, feature-wise, when comparing the M-series to the individual pedals, is that for the Delay Time and Speed controls on most effects can be set to a rhythmic pattern (i like triplet delays) that is synched up to the tap tempo.
-my DL4 would often not work for months at a time (usually when i needed it most, like when entering the studio). the DL4, and other 4 button pedals are notoriously unroadworthy. The M-series are rock-solid.

[TaySte_2000]

The thing is you can have all 4 of the XX4's and still not be able to do what the M13 can do.

I had a DM4 and I thought the drives on the M13 were much better.

The M13 certainly doesn't sound thin.

[walknbluez]

I just got my M13 and I'm not sure if this is right, but I included an EQ as the fourth effect to beef up the effects running before it. Seemed to work.