That's my story.
I'm using a pedal board right now, and this is probably going to be it for the long haul.
I must confess one thing though;
There were a few gigs where the multi-effects unit was a lightweight convenience.
One in particular, where we played an outdoor event in Big Spring Park.
We had to pack efficiently, and load in and out in a timely manner, since there were multiple bands on the bill that day.
I didn't load in any amps, pedals, or SM57's.
Just used a Digitech multi-effects pedal, cabled directly into the PA head.
That was a quick set up and tear-down, for sure!
(For me anyway. My brother and the bass player mic'ed their amps, and drummer Bob's Gretsch kit as well.) π