I have a GNX2, like the 3 but with out the recording gizmo. The recording gizmo looks cheep and nasty, I wouldn't recommend it. You will also need to get an additional smart card for it to be useful.

I decided that if I wanted a recorder, Id get a recorder and if I wanted an effects board, Id get the GNX2. I don't regret it for a minuet as it sounds great. Most of the presets are useable and editing is easy.