I traded an instrument that needed a LOT of work for a modeling amp. I was pleasantly surprised. Is it as great an amp as my Fender Blues Jr? No, but it isn't at the bottom of the heap either.

It gives me a chance at trying out amps without any cost. I can decided if I want to put more money into the "sound" I am looking for or move on.

As mentioned by others the sound from a laptop will be problematic.

...Deb