I love the ToneX. It has some delay/modulation, but I haven't used that as I haven't found a need. But the amp models are really great. There is a user library on their software that has a bunch of really good captures as well. I use the airstep TX and it makes changing presets much easier.
the saddest thing to me about G&L was uniqueness being lost. They used their own pickups, hardware, and electronics. It's gone now and the chances of something filling that specific niche is slim-to-none.
that bass looks stunning. In my opinion, the bass is just too solid/rigid overall. full hollow basses respond differently when they are built in the same was as an acoustic.
The EMG HB pickups are incredible. if you don't mind active pickups, they sound great. They are in the bass in my profile pic. look up old school steinberger sound examples, as they use the same.