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‪Tom Butwin‬ digs into the MG-50Li, a new modeler/profiler from ‪NUX that packs an impressive amount of capability into one floor unit. The MG-50Li runs NUX's TS-AC4K technology, which models the physical components of an amp circuit rather than just its output. Crank the treble and it affects gain and output the way a real amp would. The Deep Imaging gray box system lets you capture profiles of your own pedals and amplifiers up to six layers deep. Hardware-wise, it covers a lot of ground: built-in XLR DI outs, dual effects loops, USB-C recording interface, and a 5-inch LCD with five tactile knobs that make dialing in tones straightforward. Plus, the MG-50Li has a built-in lithium-ion battery good for six hours of playing time, ready for you to just show up, plug in, and play.