Another thread where everyone is probably right in their own way....
My experience:
1) When touring you have no idea what amp you may have so DI-ing from the pedal allows you to know exactly what sound you are sending. Plus you often can't tour with a rig so your own preamp / DI is vital.
2) easier and cheaper to buy a range of pre-amps for different sounds then buying new amps
3) silent pit work without an amp needs a good pre-amp/DI
I've a range of pre-amp pedals for different sounds / styles and it's great. I know I'm always sending a great sound FOH whatever the situation.
Super chap. Bought his Octavius Squeezer - was a bit worried about it as was a lot of cash to spend on a 2nd hand pedal but it was packed super well, brill comms and all as described. Thanks so much! Ian