Seems like one of the biggest needs/wants that people (myself inc) want with their modeler is ability to have it sound and feel like a guitar cab while ALSO being FRFR and able to use the Cab sim without additional coloring from the amp or speakers. The general consensus on forums is you can't have your cake and eat it too. Either you go Full FRFR with a CLR or DXR-10 or something similar and use 100% full capabilities of the Kemper with the Cab Sims (or AXE-FX IR's) OR you go with a separate power amp and GRFR extended range cab or guitar cab and get the "feel" and "amp in room sound" BUT give up the full capability of cab/IR sim use. (Even though some do run GRFR/guitar rigs with Cab sims on).
I came across the Mission Engineering Gemini II last night and it is a 2x12 FRFR system but has the capability to also be GRFR if you like. It also has the ability to blend in the two (FRFR & GRFR) TOGETHER to give you both the feel and FRFR. I don't work for Gemini nor have I even played through one but this seems to be a FANTASTIC option for those like me who want to use as much of the capabilities of the Cab sims but also gain the sound and feel of a traditional guitar set up.
The only drawback IMO I see and maybe this is why it's not as popular is the price. Its $1499 for the non Bluetooth option ( I don't see the need for Bluetooth) which puts it into a much higher cost bracket compare to the CLR and comparable FRFR systems. But for a 2x12 that can be FRFR or GRFR or a combination of both the price seems to be in line. It also has USB connectivity to your MAC/PC in case you also like to run BIAS or Scuffham you can run it through thie Gemini
This time of year with Musicians Friend running 20% off the Gemini II would only cost $1199. That has me seriously considering pulling the trigger on this today to try it out.
Am I missing anything here? Theres not as much hype etc out there on this particular cab (compare to other FRFR systems) and curious of your guys opinions on it.
Anyone have any experience with the Gemini II?
Any thoughts or opinions are welcome and appreciated before I hit the buy button!