MXR M108 EQ vs. Boss GE7

Grendel · 08-31-2007, 04:35 PM

Okay, help me out guys. Is the MXR 10-band eq really THAT much better than the BOss GE7 (7 band eq)? I already have a GE7 and don't want to spend $120 if it's no totally worth it. If you were in my position, would you fork down the $$$?

The eq is being run through the FX loop of my Engl Invader 100, as an FYI.

Thanks.

spinecast213 · 08-31-2007, 08:21 PM

i have played both and own the boss...

...if that tells you anything regarding my opinion

Karl Hungus · 08-31-2007, 08:24 PM

Sweet, you gots an Invader 100?

I don't have either, but I was seriously considering getting the MXR one before, as most people I've talked to definetly prefered the MXR.

LordOVchaoS · 08-31-2007, 08:56 PM

Send me your Invader and I'll send you my MXR EQ! You can keep it as long as you like!!!

Seriously though, I think the MXR is far superior to the Boss! I've had both too!

Grendel · 08-31-2007, 10:50 PM

Thanks for the feedback.

Since the Invader has 2 FX loops, I'll probably bite the bullet and buy the MXR. This way I can run the boss through FX1 and MXR through FX2. FX1 serves as my lead and 'other' loop; FX2 is strictly my heavy, rhythm loop. I've found (and many other it seems) that running an eq through the fx loop really allows me to explore all of the sonic possibilities of the amp. This is especially true with the Invader for some reason (and not so true with my Triple Rec, IMO). Making tiny tweaks radically change the sound of the amp. Additionally, the invader has a very distinct midrange. Not really honky, but very pronounced and biting. The eq REALLY smooths this out when necessary. Especially when you want that scooped sound.

At some point I'll post a review of the Invader. I'll compare it to my Triple Rec, which I've been using exclusively for years in SoCal. I purchased my Triple Rec after the sound guy at the Whisky told me my Line 6 sounded like muddy crap (over the PA, while the opening act was watching). I thought this might amuse some people. Anyhow, the Invader is so freakin different (than the Triple) and incredibly dynamic, I have a feeling that it will be a while before I can really draw some solid conclusions.

Late.

Bound · 09-01-2007, 12:05 AM

I have the MXR and it dominates

kmanick · 09-01-2007, 12:28 PM

I've always used the MXR with my amps, but I've never tried the Boss.
The MXR always seems to do the trick.

08-31-2007, 04:35 PM	#1
Grendel ss.org Regular Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: IN Posts: 41 Main Seven: Custom Ibanez Mahogany Rig: Engl Invader 100 Thanked: 0	MXR M108 EQ vs. Boss GE7 Okay, help me out guys. Is the MXR 10-band eq really THAT much better than the BOss GE7 (7 band eq)? I already have a GE7 and don't want to spend $120 if it's no totally worth it. If you were in my position, would you fork down the $$$? The eq is being run through the FX loop of my Engl Invader 100, as an FYI. Thanks.

08-31-2007, 08:24 PM	#3
Karl Hungus Mimetic polyalloy Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Ireland Posts: 3,997 Main Seven: EBMM JP7, Stealth 7 Rig: ENGL Invader 100 !!! Thanked: 184	Sweet, you gots an Invader 100? I don't have either, but I was seriously considering getting the MXR one before, as most people I've talked to definetly prefered the MXR. http://www.myspace.com/enrapturedeire karlhungus.com - Reviews, opinions and more!

08-31-2007, 08:56 PM	#4
LordOVchaoS NUDE MAN! Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 3,935 Real Name: Joe Main Seven: Xiphos 7-string+blackouts Rig: Engl SE->Vader Thanked: 58	Send me your Invader and I'll send you my MXR EQ! You can keep it as long as you like!!! Seriously though, I think the MXR is far superior to the Boss! I've had both too! www.bodenhamer-electronics.com the official gain merchant of sevenstring.org.

09-01-2007, 12:05 AM	#6
Bound SIC SEMPER TYRANNIS Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Woostah Mass! Posts: 689 Real Name: Mateus Main Seven: Washburn WG-587 Rig: Ashdown FA60H Thanked: 11	I have the MXR and it dominates my mother.... she never loved me. She always says she wishes shes was a raped by someone else ~Borat

09-01-2007, 12:28 PM	#7
kmanick Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: BOSTON Posts: 3,007 Real Name: Nick Main Seven: Carvin DC727C/Ibby 7620RB Rig: Mesa Mark III Red St Thanked: 41 $kmanick is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $kmanick is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $kmanick is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $kmanick is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $kmanick is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $kmanick is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $kmanick is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$	I've always used the MXR with my amps, but I've never tried the Boss. The MXR always seems to do the trick. Can I be the devil on your shoulder?

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08-31-2007, 08:21 PM	#2
spinecast213 Banned Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: huntsville, AL Posts: 101 Thanked: 2	i have played both and own the boss... ...if that tells you anything regarding my opinion

08-31-2007, 10:50 PM	#5
Grendel ss.org Regular Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: IN Posts: 41 Main Seven: Custom Ibanez Mahogany Rig: Engl Invader 100 Thanked: 0	Thanks for the feedback. Since the Invader has 2 FX loops, I'll probably bite the bullet and buy the MXR. This way I can run the boss through FX1 and MXR through FX2. FX1 serves as my lead and 'other' loop; FX2 is strictly my heavy, rhythm loop. I've found (and many other it seems) that running an eq through the fx loop really allows me to explore all of the sonic possibilities of the amp. This is especially true with the Invader for some reason (and not so true with my Triple Rec, IMO). Making tiny tweaks radically change the sound of the amp. Additionally, the invader has a very distinct midrange. Not really honky, but very pronounced and biting. The eq REALLY smooths this out when necessary. Especially when you want that scooped sound. At some point I'll post a review of the Invader. I'll compare it to my Triple Rec, which I've been using exclusively for years in SoCal. I purchased my Triple Rec after the sound guy at the Whisky told me my Line 6 sounded like muddy crap (over the PA, while the opening act was watching). I thought this might amuse some people. Anyhow, the Invader is so freakin different (than the Triple) and incredibly dynamic, I have a feeling that it will be a while before I can really draw some solid conclusions. Late.

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