It really depends on the gig or application. I have tons of efx, and all of them do different things, and sound different through different amps. I have many OD/Distortion type boxes that if you just hear them direct, or through speaker simulation, sound quite similar. When those same pedals are put through amps-both tube, solid state, or even modeled, can sound drastically different. Then, you factor in the differences in instruments, the rules can all go out the window.
So, because of all of these variables, I've always got my ear out for a new pedal.
I'm not so big on the super outerspace, all efx on type of sound, but do like to use them occasionally for enhancing a song.
Do love a good reverb and tremelo though
