"Outdo the Line 6 HX with TCE’s Plethora X1: Your Pedal, Your Way, $100 Cheaper!"

# Breaking News: TC Electronic Unveils the All-New Plethora X1 Multi-Effects Pedal
TC Electronic has introduced the Plethora X1, the latest addition to its much-loved Plethora range of multi-effects pedals – a direct competitor to the popular Line 6 HX One. After the huge success of the Plethora X5 and Plethora X3, the firm now offers a single footswitch stompbox that brings simplicity and power in one compact design.

## The Plethora X1: A Versatile Gem
TC Electronic’s Plethora X1 is a direct competitor to the HX One, offering a suite of the brand’s guitar effects, a seriously simple control layout, stereo inputs and outputs, and a compact form factor. Its intuitive interface allows access to 14 onboard effects, divided into two banks of seven ‘Boards’. The pedal comes preloaded with some high-profile TC effects such as Hall of Fame 2 Reverb, Flashback 2 Delay, Corona Chorus, Pipeline Tap Tremolo, and more.

## Flexibility and Functionality
The Plethora X1 is designed for versatility, allowing users to access and sculpt effects through selector control and three control knobs. Additionally, the pedal seamlessly integrates with the free TonePrint app via Bluetooth and USC-C, enabling users to upload more TonePrints as desired. The boards and slots are 100% flexible, providing the freedom to choose from a wide variety of TonePrints.

## Innovations with TC Electronic’s Mash
The true bypass switch on the Plethora X1 serves five functions, including TC Electronic’s innovative Mash effects. Mash, available on previous TC Electronics’, opens up new ways to manipulate effects, offering everything from frozen delays to ramping modulation and more.

## Value for Money
Priced at $179, the Plethora X1 represents serious value for money, especially when compared to its competitors. It promises to deliver classic reverb and delay algorithms, making it an attractive choice for guitarists looking for a comprehensive, yet affordable, multi-effects pedal.

## Final Words
At this price point, the Plethora X1 offers excellent value for money compared to standalone effect pedals. For guitarists seeking a one-size-fits-all multi-effects pedal, TC Electronic’s Plethora X1 is undoubtedly worth considering.

For more information, visit [TC Electronic](https://www.tcelectronic.com/product.html?modelCode=0709-AJN).

For further details, check out the [source link](https://www.guitarworld.com/gear/multi-effect-pedals/tc-electronic-plethora-x1).

Credit: TC Electronic