I used to use ecasound for stuff like that and simple effects and multitrack recording. I found that the simplicity changed my focus to what I was playing rathe

I used to use ecasound for stuff like that and simple effects and multitrack recording. I found that the simplicity changed my focus to what I was playing rather than how it sounded, and in turn it resulted in me being happier about the music I made. It may not work similarly for everyone though, but for me it made a big difference.