Hmmm, I've noticed it sometimes starts up and shows installed model packs and sometimes boots with Standard Model Set loaded. Is that unstable memory/hardware, perhaps???
When the model packs show, I have trouble getting any audio out, (only tried SPDIF so far)
To answer your questions, FX Junkie - bought, Yes - non-italic, No difference between gearbox and knob-twiddlin'
Will investigate more later