I'm also part of the "Group 1" users. The Firehawk does exactly what I bought it for, especially with the patch with the additional assignable block. My comments in a nutshell:
- I haven't had any problems during gigs on stage, however occasionally we have a gig outside and then the switch lights are more difficult to see.
- I do read some problems here related connectivity with IOS devices, but I only use Android with no problems.
- And there may be a problem with volume settings when using the tuner. The Firehawk tuner is OK, but I still use my Korg Pitchblack since it is way faster.
- One thing that is a bit annoying is that the large knob is too close to the footswitches. As a workaround I assigned my modulation effects to these switches, since they are not used that much.
- Another thing that most modelers seem to have is that the expression pedal is always on the right side. But I'm using my left foot for wah etc...
My pedalboard (a modified Showmaster 48 case) is very tidy with just a Line6 Relay G30, Pitchblack tuner, Firehawk and power supply block ;-)
Just plug in (headphone, PA or AMP) and rock on!!