Well I do hook it up in recording studios but not at home. Also, the Triaxis tone alters significantly after fed through the poweramp, then through the Palmer, which allows for full use of the tubes in both units. The record out on the Triaxis alone is not great, it doesnt have the same balls as when its driven through the poweramp. Anyway, i only ever get a chance to crank it up to ear rupturing levels in studio but I can still get good use out of it for recording at home.