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=== Pre-Amp Replacement ===
A popular way to run a modeler is to send its output into the effects loop return of an actual amp. The modeler provides the pre-amp tone and/or distortion, while the amp supplies the power to make speakers move. While modelers typically emulate the complete amp (pre-amp and power amp sections), some have pre-amp only versions that can be used as such. Depending on your real amp, the pre-amp model or the "full" model might sound better than the other.
In this configuration the modeler can provide both pre and post placement effects - you just need to order them correctly in the virtual signal chain relative to the amp model. You can also incorporate additional pre effects by placing them in front of the modeler and post effects by placing them between the modeler and the amp's effects loop return.
=== Amp/Cab Replacement ===