The Blackstar is pretty cool but, limited in what it can do...
The Peavey has awesome effects as well as awesome amp models
I think the Tube versions come with 1.55, if not it's easy to fix it via USB.
I'm guessing if I use the USB out on the Peavey it will sound the same whether it's the Tube or the SS model, right?
Yes. It will sound that same. I do think the tube version would sound better if you were going to mic it though. Also, you need a midi cable to update the firmware on it, it cannot be done through the USB port at this time although Peavey said they *MIGHT* fix that later...
I think the effects on the Vypyr sound pretty damn good for what they are. Supposedly they will get better though the firmware updates. Guess I'll find out.