I am going to put together an fx rig to run through the fx loop of my new Bandit 112 transtube. I am in a "Classic Metal Band" that incorporates some new twists and the sound I am going for is a cross between Pantera, Sabbath, and Godsmack. I'm looking for some generic advice like what fx to use, settings, keeping feedback at a minimum. My current setup is an Ibanez (older style) digital delay pedal, A zoom 505II and a digitech Genesis 1. I love the distortion on the Amp by itself but when I go over 60% with the pre gain it feedsback like a banshee. My digitech and Zoom have Noise gates built in and I haven't had much luck really. My humbucker is a Seymour Duncar bridge invader on my main axe and a single space Dimarzio HS-3 on my backup. Any inexpensive suggestions other than what I have?

I know experimenting is the name of the game but I'd like to start in the right direction. I.E. Delay first in the chain, noise gate at the end etc etc.. I use the zoom mostly just for clean tones iow a hint of chorus and flange for clean breaks. Should I just try to put together an inexpensive rack? Is it better than pedals?

Some purchases I'm planning to either add or replace what I have.

Alesis tube EQ mini rack
Ibanez Tube Screamer
Dunlop crybaby wah


Any input is appreciated.

Thanks.