Nice, that's what I'm aiming for too and those three fx loops are a big draw so I think we're on the same page. No real deal breaker having no DI, I have a passive one too when the need arises but my main concern is my rig
which is needed for most of my gigs. I am, and should be indebted to my CMD Markbass combo, it covers all the gigs I do and is small and light and worry free for the last 15 years, a 2007 model, but my heads been turned by a Mackie Thump full range PA 15"cab. 1200w, two channels @ 600w and only 6lbs heavier and 6" taller. Bi amping is an option here as well and I don't think the CORE will suit that, have to check it out, probably have to sell to get one though.