Start with what you are monitoring with then ensure you have the correct gain staging for your specific plugin etc.
Yes I resolved the issue. I basically just had to train my ear from analog to digital amps. I love them now and won’t use anything else. With that being said the best advice I can give is just play around with the IR (cab section) a lot because that’s like 80% your tone, and try out different mics and placement combos. Good luck and don’t give up my guy. Also what type of tone are you looking for? I’m a 5150 guy so the Gojira plug in was my go to