When you open a blank preset, you're able to load up to 11 different elements to your virtual signal path. In addition to an integrated Looper, the HeadRush MX5 Modeler offers a convenient USB audio interface for direct recording to PC or Mac, a Stereo effects loop and full MIDI support. But generally speaking, the amp emulations ranged from good to near perfect (particularly the classic rock half stacks).

Headrush's core technology is derived from a significantly enhanced, evolved, and reconstructed Avid Eleven Rack processor. Yes, reverb/delay spillover can be enabled/disabled for each rig by tapping the TAIL button in the rig view.Aside from the MX5’s incredible array of gear and rig-crafting capabilities, Headrush loaded it with even more versatility.

Each loop has a maximum length of five minutes and can hold up to twenty minutes of layered audio at a time. We are all good to go now, No harm no fowl, but three times I thought that I had damaged something, was more than enough in this endeavor. The touchscreen dominates the front panel and, while obviously smaller than the seven‑inch screens of its stable mates, its legibility does not seem significantly compromised.The HeadRush MX5 has a responsive 4-inch touch display (Exclusive Patent Pending Technology) and an intuitive user interface made with guitarists in mind. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. And if there's an analog pedal in your collection that isn't represented in the HeadRush's library, the effects loop makes it easy to work the real deal into the mix. When in Reamp mode, pre-recorded audio signals are sent through the MX5 and then recorded back into your DAW — this applies the tone of the MX5 to a previous take without needing to play parts over and over.

Naturally, the Setlist feature is useful in live situations, but it also gives you an extremely convenient way of organising rigs.

The MX5 's stereo effects path also allows you to integrate your own effects devices into the signal path, while full MIDI support makes integrating the MX5 into complex setups a breeze. Loading your own third-party IRs is a snap; simply hook up the MX5 to your Mac or PC via USB and drag-and-drop your choice IRs.