[quote='Brilliant move from Fractal, It won't surprise me if line 6, will announce a "Felix", smaller with one effect loop but dual amp and a price under $1000 very soon. If they were not ready for this move, that would mean they haven't done their homework. This is getting very interesting to watch.
I know for a fact neither can touch the KPA in amp and sound quality. I just bought my KPA about one month ago from musiciansfriend and I have 15 more days to consider returning it but, I'm definitely keeping the kemper. It's just fun watching this though. I have to admit that even thought I never cared for the AXE FX II when I tried it, Fractal just made a brilliant move with their pricing, even though I think there's a bigger market in the Under $1000 and line 6 and Fractal or any other company stand to make a lot of money under $1000 simply because it a larger market.
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I myself am just debating between the Helix/AX8/THETA PRO DSP/ Kemper.
The only downside i heard about kemper is the power forusing with a cab but i don't see why is this a problem if you use a power amp? Doesn't kemper do what fractal does in this regard even though they are different in nature.
Keeping price in mind Helix is appealing because of it's features but sound wise AX8 or THETA PRO DSP win. Need to decide and need your help. I might be able to only try the Helix...