Are amp sims better?
Amp simulators offer realistic tones, more convenience, less cost, and more options for guitar tones due to amp emulation software. On the other hand, recording a real amp provides the true experience but costs more for analog gear while being less convenient and flexible.
How do I make my amp sims sound better?
Five Ways to Optimize Amp Sims
- Add a Limiter. A limiter is optional, but I like to bite off the top 2dB from peaks to get just a little more sustain and average signal level. ...
- “Focus” the Pre-sim Signal with EQ. ...
- Oversample Your Amp. ...
- Remove “Annoying Frequencies” and Add Highs with Post-sim EQ. ...
- Add a Room.
Why do amp Sims sound so bad?
You probably have too high a gain or are listening without context of the song. My guess would be that it has more to do with the guitar than with the interface. I've found that sims loved by others sound terrible on my system (many times). It can take a lot of work to get a good sound.