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Just Cracked My SV HD100 Open (Job Done Have Pics)

support@line6.com — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:10:48 GMT

I'm installing mini switches on the front of the amp to access the 4 Push modes for the SVpre. While I have it open, I realized that I have a EH 12AX7 tube sitting around. The same one that came with the SVpre, I'm replacing the V1 preamp tube with it. Also I'm going to replace the LEDs. I'd love to make the faceplace glow purple which is my favorite color, but I think red would look better.

Why do people down L6 untill they find out how good they realy are

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:29:57 GMT

I play in a Punk/Hardcore band and have played through L6 gear for over 9 years. I bought a L6 spider when they first came out and no one even knew who they were, but everyone was amazed at the sound of this 75 watt 1x12 "monster of tone" and I was in a jam band, then L6 started getting bigger(more people found out what they were missing for the $). The next prodject I started was heavy and I needed a half stack so I bought the spider2 hd150 and a Laney cab from my friend, still before we played everyone wanted to know how the L6 was and they were loving my amp after they heard it, but also saying how hard they found it to get that head to sound good in the store. It just takes some tweaking like any amp.Then in early 2008 I bought the svhd100 and I was amazed( I even bought the head with out even playing through one)and dont get me wrong the L6 is a modeling amp, but it moddels the best amps in the buisness, not exactly but most people will not notice much of a diffrence. now I have recently bought a Bogner Uberschall ( search for the perfect tone) and it is an amazing amp, but my SV HD100 is still a great amp. Basicly what I'm trying to say is L6 is great gear, and not everyone can afford $1600+ for a tube head. And the people who can great, but dont knock theL6 users for tryning to get the tones that only a hand full of people can even purchase. so if you use L6 dont be ashamed be proud that you can get the tones that you need with out breaking the bank. It could be worse, you could be playing through a crate or some other pos!!!

PS next time someone says L6 sucks look at what they are using and listen to there sound, you'll be suprised how good L6 is. listen to the tracks on my bands page and tell me L6 is no good

www.myspace.com/teabagginsacmasters That is a SV HD100 through a Marshall 1960A

Line 6 device and AMD Turion X2 Mobile Processors Investigation

support@line6.com — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 18:44:45 GMT

Guys,

I'd like anyone who is having issues with pops and clicks with these sepcific processors and our drivers to please post on this thread EXACT computer specs and a concise and detailed recipe of how you are able to reproduce these pops and clicks.

I've been streaming music now on an HP DV9 laptop with an AMD Turion 64 X2 Mobile processor on Vista Home Basic 32 bit now for about an hour without one pop, click or CPU spike. Help me reproduce this so I can help you guys get up and running! Thanks.

Line6Miller

The M9 user interface - Line 6 missed the mark

support@line6.com — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 14:53:28 GMT

I find that the single LCD on the M9 makes for a very limiting user interface. You've gotta have a damn good memory to essentially memorize what you've placed in any of six slots in six, or even worse 24, different scenes because the M9 does virtually nothing to help you know what's where ("Hmm, is that blue light in the top row of the second slot of scene 4 a flanger or a chorus? And which delay is that green light?" - this is not an easy decision process in the middle of a gig when someone calls a tune, or even in the middle of a song). I like my M9 and I've decided to keep it, but this limitation was almost a deal breaker for me.

To be honest, I think the user interface is a fundamental design flaw of both the M9 and M13. I mean come on, an LCD that displays a small black font on a blue background for crying out loud? Figure that the average player is nearly six feet away from that display or more if you're leaning back or whatever, and it doesn't take a rocket surgeon to realize that it's going to be hard to read. To me, Line 6 has designed a performance-based product that has a UI more suited to desktop use. What other pro-level, floor-based unit has such a tiny and unreadable display?

I think Line 6 should have incorporated either a second, easy to read LED display (too late for that, obviously) or they should somehow configure the existing LCD/LCD's to display a larger font on a lighter backround. Maybe a user-definable scene name that scrolls in the window or something like that. With the M9's single LCD this is particularly important.

Los Usuarios Hablamos de POD X3 Series en Español

support@line6.com — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 17:29:06 GMT

Hola Compañeros, estamos estrenando plataforma, asi que vuelvo a crear el espacio para seguir presentes..

¿ERES NUEVO USUARIO de POD X3 Series?

BIENVENIDO AL FORO

Hace un año, inicié este Thread con el fin de compartir experiencias con los compañeros de habla Hispana..

..hoy de nueva cuenta se abre este espacio.. Sin embargo con motivo de la reciente actualización de la plataforma de Line 6 Forums

quiero aprovechar para establecer algunos lineamientos que considero importantes para optimizar el buen funcionamiento tanto de los Threads como del Foro.

Esta reciente mejora como lo ha dicho ya Line 6 Miller no busca tan solo refrescar la imagen y dar a los usuarios nuevas opciones,

sino también la de re-organizar toda la información de: documentos, preguntas y respuestas, tópicos y demás..

Por lo que veo necesario el establecer algunos lineamientos y reglas dentro del Thread para impedir que volvamos a caer en el desorden..

..ya que en el pasado se contaba con un mega-post que contenia información tan variada como extensa y era practicamente imposible encontrar algo en particular.

Reglas del Thread: LOS USUARIOS HABLAMOS de POD X3 Series.

01. Este Thread es para uso exclusivo de los usuarios de POD X3 Series [Pro, Bean o Live].

02. Se podrán compartir todo tipo de experiencias y comentarios referentes al Software y al Hardware de manera general.

03. Respetar y tolerar cualquier tipo de creencia, opinión, juicio o valor por parte de todos los usuarios de este Thread.

04. Dentro del Thread NO se deberán PUBLICAR PREGUNTAS ABIERTAS. Para hacer una consulta deberás crear un Nuevo Thread por tu cuenta y marcar la casilla como pregunta.

05. No se contestaran Nuevos Threads que no estén marcados como preguntas.

06. Cuando hagas alguna consulta o pregunta trata de aportar todos los datos tecnicos de tu equipo y referencias particulares.

07. Si deseas compartir información personal y material como: Blogs, MySpace, Youtube, etc. HAZLO DENTRO DEL PERFIL DE TU CUENTA.

08. Se amable y servicial, estamos aquí para crear y procurar una comunidad virtual.

09. NO LUCHA DE EGOS, NO SARCASMOS, NO PUBLICIDAD, NO BUSQUEDA DE ATENCIÓN.

10. No contestare Preguntas por Mensajes Privados. PARA PREGUNTAR CREA UN NUEVO THREAD

11. Se denunciaran cualquier tipo de comentario, opinión y actitud de carácter ofensivo.

ATENTAMENTE:

_______________________________

Ψ Montu™ [ميخائيل] - Lead-thal Guitar®

Line 6 POD X3 Live ¿Cómo calibrar Pedal de Expresión?

http://line6.com/community/thread/1164

Line 6 POD X3 Live - Formas de conectarlo

http://line6.com/community/thread/1159

¿Cómo descargar Line 6 Monkey?

http://line6.com/community/thread/1148

Recording using POD X3 Live?

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:22:03 GMT

I recently bought a POD X3 Live and found about the USB audio drop out problem. So, I need tips on alternative ways to record using a computer, knowing that I use POD Farm Plug-in in Ableton Live. Please keep in mind that I live in Egypt and it will be very difficult to attempt the hardware fix. Thank you in advance for your time and effort.

MAC OSX 10.6 Snow Leopard x86 & Line6 Edit for PODxt Pro

support@line6.com — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:41:01 GMT

Guys,

I'm getting the following exception when trying to launch Line6Edit for my POD xt Pro on Apple's latest OS on a Mac Mini :

An exception was caught.

java.lang.UnsatisfiedLinkError: cmn.l6java.utils.L6EmbeddedUtils.nativeHideSplash()V

App info: Line 6 Edit 3.01 release - build 99 - Fri Oct 27 14:49:03 PDT 2006

Date: 9/28/09 1:37 PM

In thread: Thread[main,5,main]

OS: Mac OS X (10.6.1 i386)

Java VM Version: 1.6.0_15

Stack trace:

java.lang.UnsatisfiedLinkError: cmn.l6java.utils.L6EmbeddedUtils.nativeHideSplash()V

at cmn.l6java.utils.L6EmbeddedUtils.nativeHideSplash(Native Method)

at cmn.l6java.utils.L6EmbeddedUtils.HideLauncherSplash(L6EmbeddedUtils.java:39)

at line6editbase.app.L6EditorApp.Start(L6EditorApp.java:459)

at line6editbase.app.L6EditorApp.access$200(L6EditorApp.java:42)

at line6editbase.app.L6EditorApp$L6ELauncherBootstrap.OnLaunch(L6EditorApp.java:310)

at cmn.l6java.app.L6App.Launch(L6App.java:194)

Any ideas ?

Cheers,

Stricnine.

Mk2 Videos or Audio samples?

support@line6.com — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 03:06:59 GMT

Anyone got any samples/examples?

Pod X3 Live blank screen and no sound

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:39:27 GMT

I went to my gig last night and my Pod X3 Live started with a blank lit up screen and no sound. All other buttons lit up correctly, could change patches/banks, tap tempo etc, but a full blank screen and no sound.

I thought it could be adapter problem so I used the Line 6 adapter of the other guitarist in the band, but nth changed.

I tried to start the unit in safe mode, it apparently started in Safe Mode (no other pedals lit up this time), but since the screen remained blank I could do NTH!!! So I had to play the whole pop/rock band gig with a guitar directly into PA as the lead player of the band. If you play one gig like that, you'll know what I suffered!

When I got home, I connected X3 to my PC and Monkey recognizes the device, so does Gearbox. I can change the patches in Gearbox, but still no sound.

And what is more funny Monkey doesn't show the firmware info and the driver details in its "update" page.

I tried to record into Ableton Live. There is such an extremely low level and distorted sound. It is clear that the device can change patches, I could hear it after I normalized the recorded tracks.

I also tried reinstalling the Monkey and the device drivers, but nth changed.

So this is my 3rd Line 6 Device that leaves me in frustration in the middle of gig on stage. I experienced the same with my Variax 700 guitar and also with my bass, both with the very common "suddenly some strings go softer or even silent than the others" problem.

So how angry should I be and what is your solution to my Pod X3L problem?

Caglayan Yildiz

PS: Yes, there is an authorized dealer/service here in Turkey, trying to repair my Variax 700 guitar for 6 months with the help of you guys in USA.

Whats up with the 4x12 sv cab?

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:41:43 GMT

I'm wondering if anyone else feels the same as me. L6 is an american company right? and I know that they build them in China to keep down the cost for everyone, and that helps out everyone. But my problem is the speaker choice. Don't get me wrong Celestion has made some very defining sounds, but are they realy the right choice for L6? I mean Eminence is made in the USA, so why does a USA based company use chinese crap? why not help out the Americans, and Besides that Eminence speakers sound much better than Celestions do anymore ( Probably that whole not made in England thing) take for example the Celestion V30 and compare them to a governor by Eminence ( just bear with me) I know they are not the "Same" eventhough they are compared against each-other. But the Governer is a WAY smother sound than a V30. And thae eminence V12 $69.00 retail kills a V30 what is it now $149? or in my opinion the K100 roughly the same priceas a V30. and for less than 1/2 the price ....RETAIL!!!! so wouldn't it be nice if Americans BOUGHT AMERICAN? I've been watching alot of the @hitty economy crap lately. So my question is Who else feals this way. I know there are some people who couldn't live with out a real Celestion speaker, but honestly are they still celestions?Eminence are made in the USA with ,and get this USA parts!!!!! This has been bugging me so let me know your thoughts.

What if L6 had a speaker option?!

My computer can't hang when I have to many plugins (Pod Farm) being used at once.

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:39:07 GMT

I pretty sure it's not my computer though, this is a very good cpu I have, a beast. I think it has more to do with the music recording software I'm using, Magix Music Maker 10. This is particularly cheap software, like 60 bucks 4 or 5 years ago. My friend gave it to me. It does alright and can use the plugins, gearbox or pod farm. When I have 7-9 tracks using the plugins its tough for my computer to keep things smooth, no hick ups etc. Is this gonna be a problem no matter what kind of recording software I use? Is there a limit to how many tracks can use the plugins at once before it freaks even the best computers out. I was thinking about getting Cakewalk Sonar software. Will this help? I record guitar, bass and vocals dry through the POD X3 live and use plugins in the mixer of Magix Music Maker to get things to sound best so I want to have pod plugins on lots of tracks if needed. Please can some one give me the rundown/technical specs on this? Thanks.

Windows 7 64bit

support@line6.com — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 04:31:17 GMT

Hi,

I just recently installed Windows 7 64bit operating system, this is final retail version.

I have POD XT live and Pod farm, etc and I installed the POD XT live drivers and Line 6 Monkey. However, whenever I play back an audio, it has a crackling sound.

I don't know why this is happening. I also browsed the forum and tried some of the suggested work arounds but this issue isn't resolved.

Can you please tell me what I should do to resolve this crackling sound?

Also the LIne 6 Monkey doesn't show anything listed all under Updates. I installed the Line 6 Monkey 64bit version that is supposed to be compatible for Vista 64bit but that

didn't make any difference and the crackling sound is still there.

Thank you for your help.

Charles Laub

email: charle39@gmail.com

POD XT Live ESN: 01466556

Pod XT Live Expression Pedal Failure

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:47:30 GMT

My expression pedal has been giving me fits lately. During the last several performances (I play every weekend) it's been a guessing game with this thing. When I power up the unit it will perform as it always has in the past but lately after a short time the expression pedal will suddenly fail the result being full output of the particular patch down the line.. Sometimes if I power down and power back up the problem will go away but then reappear a short time later. It's unpredictable. Other times when I power up the expression pedal doesn't work at all, full volume. I've been running a cry baby down line to try to manage this but it very inconvenient and is certainly not what I want. I've read about recalibrating the pedal but that doesn't sound like thats the answer. The pedal does work SOMETIMES b ut only for a short time. Whats up?

Help on Hooking a Flextone III directly to my Computer?

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:02:53 GMT

HI have a Flextone III amp, and I'm looking to start recording music through my computer, so I need to know exacly what cords I would need to buy and where to plug those cords in. If the quality of sound depends on whether I buy a cheap cord or an expensive one, then I would like to know that too, because I want to get the best quality I can afford. Thanks for your help in advance.

Josh

product registering for second hand pod x3

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:01:19 GMT

Hello,

I got a problem of registration for a pod x3, it's a second hand bought at MUSIC POWER in Paris in september. the serial number is 21X3B2S5752001830. What could I do?

Thanx

No firmware/driver update for X3 Pro with Monkey

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:33:16 GMT

Hi,

I've just bought an X3 Pro, and wanted to update the drivers and firmware, both of which are at 1.00.

I have the latest version of Monkey installed, and it identfies my X3 Pro is connected. However, in the updates tab, the only thing that shows up is the Applications sub menu. No drivers/ firmware options to be seen (which can be seen in the updates tab when I switch devices to my XT Pro). So there is seemingly no way to update the firmware or drivers!

Any help very much appreciated.

FBV shortboard malfunction

support@line6.com — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:25:24 GMT

Yesterday I used my new Spider IV 150 w/ MK II shortboard with the band for the first time. I moved it from home, plugged it in and hooked up the shortboard. The amp worked and the board lit up but the volume pedal was on full and would not shut off in the heel down position. I was able to switch pre -sets but still no volume pedal. I procceded to use the gear without the pedal and after a while it started to work. Then the wah wah quit working. With the wah turned on both the green volume and the red wah light were lit, but the wah wah didn't function. After playing for a while I tried it again and it worked! I've got it set up again at home and everything seem to be fine. What happened? I bought this rig to try and simplify my gear set up but so far it's been a real headache. I confess that I'm not a techie and I may have bungled something but it was working fine at home ,and it's not as complicated as my Pod X3 Live pedal, which works fine...so far.

Also the FBV calibration steps that come with the downloaded Advanced Guide for the Spider amp don't do anything. I followed the directions to "power off the board, press and hold the 'D' footswitch while powering on the board'. There's supposed to be an LCD readout :Calibrate Pedal" but there isn't any such display . So I don't know if this thing is even "Calibrated". It seems to work fine, when it's working. Is it actually necessary to calibrate it?

Thanx.....

M13 Editor (for Mac)?

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:36:00 GMT

Does anyone know of software that will edit the M13 - like a GearBox for the M13?

Is Line 6 developing one? Or adding it to GearBox?

Spider Valve MKII Comms board

support@line6.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:11:08 GMT

Hi guys.

I've tried asking Line6 this off the board, but I've got no response. which is fine. if the answer is 'yes it will work' then that means some of us wont upgrade our amps. but that's not my point.

I would like to by a SV MKII maybe a head, maybe a combo. I'm not 100% sure on that yet. I hear the SVPre is on its way for the MKII in a few months, so that's good news. but here's what I'm thinking.

I have an SV Pre and my SV12 is way out of warranty now anyway, and I have taken a look at the communications board in the amp before, and my feeling is that the FBV communications protocols are something similar to MIDI, but with a fundamental difference so that they're not compatible. BUT it would be silly of line6 to make the FBV protocol so different to MIDI that some kind of translator device couldn't sit in the back of the amp with FBV and MIDI on one board (as I guess it is in the MKII, as when you look at other amps with both like the vetta, the FBV and MIDI ports are next to each other) and then basically the amp's channel switching is controlled by FBV, and the MIDI signals are just translated in the amp in realtime.

So where am I going with this... well is communications board in the SV MKII (with FBV and MIDI on it) the same as the SV MKI board but with the added MIDI things and the MIDI to FBV translator?? If this is the case, and the actual connections from the board to the amp are identical in the SV MKI and MKII that would mean that some of us who will eventually own an SV MKI and an SV MKII could try to buy this board from a line6 service center and swap it out, thus giving us the ability to control both amps with out M13!!

obviously those of us who choose to control the amp with FBV pedals, can control both amps at the same time using space's fbv Y splitter (i guess... has anyone tested this with 2 SV's yet?) and then use the MIDI out on the SV MKII to perhaps change scenes on the M13 if thats possible.

anyone got any ideas about the comms board or the other info?

Using a Boss FV-500H pedal with the X3 Live

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:27:12 GMT

Was wondering how to calibrate this pedal when connecting it to the X3 Live. I connected it to the Pedal 2 Input as an expression pedal. The problem I'm having is the toe down position is minimum and the heel down position is maximum. How do I reverse this? Is this pedal compatible with the X3 Live?

Recording vids directly to PC using Mic or USB plug

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:16:32 GMT

Hey I was wondering if this question/issue has came up in the past. I am trying to record a vid for youtube using my POD x3 live by using the webcam software provided with my PC. When I record direct, (mic or USB connection), there seems to be an audio clipping/dropout/chopping going on. I have adjusted the recording volume and that has cured the clipping issue so it records the full spectrum of the sound but it hasnt fixed the other problem. The volume dips on the recorded track and does not stay consistent. I think I have found a way to circumnavigate this issue but its somewhat of a headache by recording the video on mute and recording the track on Audacity Beta 1.3 (which is an awesome software!!) and then using windows movie maker to combine the two to overlay the tracks. If you have any ideas on how to remove that step I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks

Lee

PS When is line 6 going to produce a cabinet/amp to support the POD family similar to the Tech 21 and the Atomic? You guys make great amps and modelers and I think you are really missing out on a great market niche.

Pod farm

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:30:21 GMT

I bought a freakin pod farm, and it demanded an ilok, then I bought an ilok and it would not work with reaper, I am ****** off! How much crap do I need to go through to get this piece of **** pod farm working on my computer????????

Jesus ******* christ

How does a dotted eight note looks like ?

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:48:42 GMT

Hi,

Probably a M13 newby question, but I need to know.

In U2 'emulations' lots of people write to set a digital delay as a dotted eight note.

When using knob 2 I can set a numeric amount or a dotted note.

I cannot find a description of the symbol that represents the dotted eight.

Can anybody tell me what the notes represent in human language ?

Thanks in advance!

Sound Squeak when using pedal as volume or wah

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:09:34 GMT

Hey Guys,

Since the first day getting my podx3 live [bout a month ago], i hear some kinda squeak or long overtone of some sort when i rock the pedal back and forth when im not playing anything.

I read a question about a squeak but it sounded like it was coming from the user's pedal and not from the sound single from the pod.

Would like to hear some answers =]

Thanks everyone!!

variax out of tune, intonation didn't help

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:33:16 GMT

Hello! I've had my variax 500 electric guitar a couple of years now and it has worked flawlessly until now. When I play barre chords with the lowest keynote on the a-string (for example a high E) the b-string and the g-string doesn't "agree" and i get that tremolo effect which occures when the guitar isn't in tune. However the guitar is perfectly tuned cause when checking the strings separately on those frets that are problematic they're in tune. And I tested to record when first playing on the b-string and then I dubbed that with playing on the g-string and it sounds perfect. It's only when they're played together at the same time it sounds out of tune. If i tune down the b-string just a little it dissapears, but then all other chords gets out of tune. As i've just had it in for intonation I know that that isn't the problem, and i've checked that all frets are in tune. My guess is that something is wrong with the technical part of the guitar, maybe the piezo mics are damaged or something in the "computer" of the guitar. I don't know what to do, I guess I need to get service, but when searching for a service center in sweden i get no results, why is that?

X3 Live

support@line6.com — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:00:11 GMT

Hello!

I have a Line6 HD147, and I want to ask that, if im using a Line6 X3 Live as channel switcher thru Midi, can I use the X3 Lives other features?

For example : I make a sound with the X3 live to channel 1, then I make a sound with the HD147 to channel 2.

Thanks for helping!

Bakó Tamás from Hungary

Flash Update on display

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:19:50 GMT

Hi,

I have a problem with my POD X3Live.

I played 2 hours, pod was connected into computer via USB.

Next i turned off POD for 15min. Computer was still turned on.

When i turned on again, on the display showed first Line 6 Logo and next text "UPDATE FLASH".

When I update flash via Monkey on the display show text "UPDATE FLASH..."

But after restart POD X3 Live, this text is still on display .

Can you help me? Or i have to send my pod to repair?

Crackling in monitors, using Toneport UX1

support@line6.com — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:26:48 GMT

I've tried the recommendations that have already been posted, including optimizing my computer settings, downloading the latest drivers and software versions, and trying different settings for buffer size, bitrate, and so on. I've checked all the hardware (monitors are brand new, cables are new/not damaged). My computer should be plenty fast enough (and when I'm not using monitors, it handles the recording software fine, with processing and memory to spare). So I've kind of reached my wits end...I just spent a bunch of money on these monitors and I can't hear anything but crackling static.

Hardware:

Laptop (Windows Vista, 64bit, 2.10GHz, 4.0GB RAM)

Toneport UX1 (connected by USB 2.0)
M-Audio Studio Monitors (connected by two 1/4" cables to Output from Toneport)

Guitar or Amp (into 1/4" Instrument input on Toneport)

Software:

Line6 Gearbox (usually set on bypass, if I'm recording direct from an amp)

Ableton LiveLite 7.0

Line 6 Edit Errors and Crashes

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:29:32 GMT

Hi everyone, it seems there's probs to use Line 6 Edit on MAC.

Line 6 Monkey and Line 6 audio drivers work well.

Line 6 Edit can't open and say an error message when open :

An exception was caught.

java.lang.UnsatisfiedLinkError: cmn.l6java.utils.L6EmbeddedUtils.nativeHideSplash()V

App info: Line 6 Edit 3.01 release - build 99 - Fri Oct 27 14:49:03 PDT 2006

Date: 20/11/09 03:00

In thread: Thread[main,5,main]

OS: Mac OS X (10.6.2 i386)

Java VM Version: 1.6.0_15

Stack trace:

java.lang.UnsatisfiedLinkError: cmn.l6java.utils.L6EmbeddedUtils.nativeHideSplash()V

at cmn.l6java.utils.L6EmbeddedUtils.nativeHideSplash(Native Method)

at cmn.l6java.utils.L6EmbeddedUtils.HideLauncherSplash(L6EmbeddedUtils.java:39)

at line6editbase.app.L6EditorApp.Start(L6EditorApp.java:459)

at line6editbase.app.L6EditorApp.access$200(L6EditorApp.java:42)

at line6editbase.app.L6EditorApp$L6ELauncherBootstrap.OnLaunch(L6EditorApp.java:310)

at cmn.l6java.app.L6App.Launch(L6App.java:194)

Tried to download Java Environment on SunnSystems webpage, it says concerning Apple MAC System/OS

that the java on MACOSX is included and should check MAC UPDATE for the plateform but it cant find anything new or updates.

I just can't use my gears on my laptop. Especially my POD PRO XT (Updated and full ModelPacks options)

So what now ?

Best regards

Jesse

forgot password, deleted email.

support@line6.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:12:09 GMT

i forgot my email password,deleted it. finally wanted to get back to my line 6 pod xt live and now i cant register it under a different user name cuz i cant remember my password to the old line 6 account. Help!

POD farm vs Guitar port

support@line6.com — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 03:21:04 GMT

Trying to decide which to purchase. Basically a beginner and just want to record some rhythm tracks and play lead over. Maybe send a file or CD to friends to listen to if I get something that sounds good. Also interested in software to assist with learning the fretboard and maybe has some exercises to improve rhythm, timing, etc.

Getting hum when I plug my usb cable into my computer.

support@line6.com — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:47:05 GMT

I think I may have an unwinnable situation here. I get alot of hum whenever I plug in my PODxt to my computer via usb.
I can alleviate these problems by

Removing power from the laptop and having it run on battery power alone (I've tried different outlets and different power strips)

Not using a tone setting with a lot of overdrive

unplug the usb (duh), but that makes recording slightly impossible (I think)

If I touch either pickup (humbucker) the hum goes away

I've done some reading, and appears as though this is a ground loop issue that there isn't a solution for (or one I found)
Granted I am on some heavy meds and my focus isn't the best.
Now this does not happen on all guitars equally

So, does anyone know how I can have my USB and eat it too?

Thanks in advance. Oh yea, I can control the hum with volume as well, but I lose the dirt if I lose the volume.

I was looking at this http://www.amazon.com/Monster-MP-HTS850-Theater-PowerCenter/dp/B00006343O/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1256675022&sr=1-17

A power conditioner was recommended to me, but looking at the prices of them, there's no way I can afford one, unless I am looking at the wrong place.

Recording Music

support@line6.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:54:42 GMT

Hello,

I bought the line 6 pod farm for my boyfriend so he could record his music and burn it to a CD. When I went to Guitar Center, that is what I told them I was trying to do and they sold me the Line 6 Pod farm. And while he absolutely loves it and all that he can do with it, he still cannot seem to get it to actually record his playing to his computer in any format that can be shared or burned to a CD. Is he missing a step or is he missing some other system or program that is needed to actually be able to accomplish that part?

Thank you!!!

Pocket Pod Footswitch! Anyone know what this is?

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:36:32 GMT

Found it poking around haphazardly.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sDm5nYn4kA&feature=channel

Pod 2.0 to laptop connection freak-out and frustration!

support@line6.com — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:26:25 GMT

I have been trying to download Line6 edit and Line6 Monkey, and I am way past frustrated. One of the main reasons I bought the Pod 2.0, was to go online and download custom tones. I can't even get the edit and monkey software to load...keeps asking me to make sure I am connected to the Internet because Java runtime environment needs to be installed, or to connect my Pod to my computer; I am, it is, but it won't.

...$200 for this Pod, and then I find out I have to buy a MIDI to USB cable in order to use it with my computer (seriously, how hard would it have been to have a freakin' USB port on the Pod 2.0? Should I really have to pay $300 for the Pod XT to have it. Come on, seriously???!!!). I'm a little annoyed until I find out the cable costs about 50 bucks, and "a little annoyed" turns into: really, really annoyed. I mean, come-on, 3 more cables and I could have bought another Pod 2.0!!

I've downloaded installed, uninstalled, and reinstalled edit, monkey, Java, and JRE a dozen times. I even completely reinstalled Windows XP on my computer to start fresh. NOTHING WORKS AND YOUR SUPPORT INSTRUCTIONS ARE CONFUSING AND INCOMPLETE!!!

Now, having said all this, I love the Pod 2.0 itself...great sounds. But can someone please help me GET THIS THING HOOKED UP AND TALKING TO MY PC BEFORE I GO COMPLETELY NUTTS?

Sincerely,

Alan

Pops & clicks issue

support@line6.com — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:54:49 GMT

Hello,

i'm unlucky to experience the TonePort pops & clicks issue.

I've been said to start a new topic and post my pc's specs, so it could help.

So:

ASUS k50AB (notebook)

Windows XP SP3, 32-bit, slightly modified (just for the looks +few program installed, not important)

AMD ATHLON X2 QL-64 (2.10 GHz, 1MB cache)

4 GB RAM (Windows reads only 3,25 GB because it's an XP, still)

ATI Radeon 4570 (i doubt that's important, but whatever)

250 GB HDD

WiFi IEEE 802.11b/g/n
LAN 100 Mbps

So you can see i experience the common noise problem on Windows XP and having an Athlon, not Turion.

I've got TonePort UX1.

None of the solutions posted helped.

Please do something, i hope you guys will be able to fix this.

Sidus

Sound suddenly choppy/distorted

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 18:28:02 GMT

Hey Guys,

Got my Toneport UX2 running through my Mac via USB, and have the main audio running out of that to monitors. When using it sometimes, the audio suddenly becomes choppy and distorted, almost at a rate of 1 'blip' per second. I restart the mac and everything is fine again until it happens. What is going on??

Macbook 2.4ghz 4gb Ram 160GB Hard drive

Thanks!

Strymon with MK2 HD100?

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:48:37 GMT

has anyone tried to do the strymon mod to the mk2 hd yet? if so did it help as much as the mod did for the original. if not Wonder how long it will take for strymon to release one for the mk2? Hint, Hint.

Pocket POD registered to my Account - Line6 Monkey says it is not.

support@line6.com — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:47:14 GMT

I purchased a Pocket POD a few weeks ago. I have registered it to my account and it appears in my account correctly (see attached image: line6_registration_page.jpg Note: username in web account & Monkey the same; serial number blurred out intentionally). I used the Serial # from inside the battery compartment. When I launch Line 6 Monkey v1.31 and log into my account, it give me a dialog box stating, "It appears you have not registered your Pocket POD with your user account." (see attached image: line6_pocketmonkey.jpg). If I click "Register Now...", it takes me to my account page where it shows my device registered to my account. I followed your FAQ and ensured my serial number was in the form 'XXXNLNNNNNNNNNN'. I have tried the following with no success:

Logged out of Line 6 Monkey and log back in.
Waited 1 week to see if the serial number just needed time to associate.
Installed latest version of Line 6 Monkey on a different computer.
Deleted my registered device and re-registered it.

Current state of affairs: My device is currently registered to my account through the website, however Line 6 Monkey still shows it as unregistered.

Although the device is not registered it has allowed me to update to the latest firmware: 1.01, however I would like to ensure that my device is properly registered.

OS Info:

I have tried on 2 different machines running:

Windows Vista x86_32bit Professional and Ultimate.
Both are single boot systems.
The POD is recognized on both systems.
The Vyzex editor recognizes the device and I can control the POD through it.
Both machines are Intel Core 2 Duo, but running 32 bit versions of OS.
Both machines have 3 2.0 USB ports. I am connecting the POD directly to the computer.

Software Installed Machine 1:

Clean install with following software added
Reason + Record
EMU Patch Mix for a EMU 1616m
ASIO4All
Line 6 Monkey 1.31

Software Installed Machine 2:

Old OS install Vista 32bit Ultimate
Business Apps (MS Office)
Reason 4
Ableton 7
NI Kore
Sound Forge 9.0
Reaper
FruityLoops Studio
ASIO4All
ProTools 8.x
Digi002 Rack
Digi MBox2 Micro

Please advise on how to associate my POD correctly with Line 6 Monkey.

Spider Valve MK II Speculation Thread

support@line6.com — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 21:05:08 GMT

Okay, so it's apparently coming. Anyone want to indulge in some modest speculation?

What kind of speaker do you think the combos will come with? I didn't notice a mention on that brief store listing. Do you think Line6 tuned in to any of the discussion here on speaker replacement in the combos? Seems like there was a good consensus on just about anything besides the Vintage 30s.

By the way, here's the cached text from that web site:

SPIDER VALVE 212-MK2

SPIDER VALVE FEATURE:

Tube Power Section Designed by Reinhold Bogner - Benefit: All of the warmthand punch of a great tube amp from one of the top names in boutique tube amplifier design.
16 Revamped Models from POD®X3 - Benefit: Better sounding and better feeling amp models are optimized for the Bogner tube section. Truly the best of both worlds!
Complete Control of 20 Premium FX - Benefit: Enjoy deep editing of POD X3 quality FX, with the ability to edit up to 6 FX parameters. Route any effect Pre or Post for unmatched flexibility. Use up to 4 FX at a time.
More User Presets and Improved Preset Navigation - Benefit: Over 128 User Presets for storing custom settings. Bigger LCD display, and improved menu navigation.
On-Board Looper and Other Premium FX - Benefit: Improvise over loops, explore new timbres with the intelligent harmonizer, pitch shifter, and auto-wah. Get even greater control with FBV.
Seamless FBV Integration - Benefit: The FBV Shortboardis essential for controlling Spider Valve on Stage. The FBV Express adds additional FX like Volume/Wah.
Upgradeable Amp Platform via FBV Mk II - Benefit: FBV Mk II Foot Controllers feature USB connections and open possibility for future firmware upgrades.
128 User Presets - Benefit: Gigging with the rock cover band, the jazz trio and the metal project? SV Mk II has you covered with 100+ User Programmable Presets.
Performance Mode or Studio Direct Mode - Benefit: In Performance mode, the XLR direct out is tapped off the transformer, capturing tube interaction (Master Volume will affect Direct Out). Studio Direct mode eliminates the tube interaction
MIDI Compatibility - Benefit: MIDI In/Out jacks allow for integration with traditional channel switching systems.

LINE 6 DM4 Battery Power not working

support@line6.com — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 21:06:01 GMT

i own 2 of these pedals and when i put in batteries the pedal does not work. I checked the battery connectors and they receive power and the power goes into the board but for some reason the pedal doesnt work

This is the first time i tried using pedals for this baby

???

please send a reply to fordavidz@gmail.com as well

thank you David

POD X3 Feature request

support@line6.com — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 01:34:49 GMT

Hi all,

This is the feature request that I have lodged with Line 6. I think it's a little strange that the M13 has effects that are not available in the POD X3 (especially the Pro).

Please lodge a feature request via this link: http://line6.com/company/contact/productFeedback/?topic_id=3

This is my request.

I would like to have the new effects that have been made available in the M13 included in the POD X3.

Pattern Tremolo (synchronised across Tone 1 and Tone 2 with offset control of 0 - 180 degrees)

Barberpole Phaser

Script Phaser

AC Flanger with Bucket Brigade chip modeled

80A Flanger with Bucket Brigade chip modeled

Frequency Shifter Line 6 original

Clean Bass Octaver

Smart Harmony

Pitch Glide

Particle Verb Line 6 original

Sync to MIDI beat Clock

Cheers,

Crusty

P.S.

This thread was started purely to direct people to the feature request page on this site which people are doing and that's great.

Whining and complaining doesn't achieve anything, so please don't drag down the intention of this thread with negativity.

There appears to be some misconceptions driving negative comments. Just because the POD X3 manages 2 tone paths doesn't mean it has 2 processors, it doesn't. If you open it up and peek inside you'll see just one Sharc processor in there. Also, with the improvements in the sound on the X3, Line 6 told us that the modelling was improved to take advantage of the processing power and the digital sample rate, this too would chew up a big chunk of processing power. The POD X3 has all the bass and vocal stuff in there already. It handles 8 tracks of digital data out the USB port at a high sample rate, more grunt gone on that too.

So, I am guessing that when the code cutters got hold of the hardware, they packed as much into the unit as the hardware could handle without leaving much room for any extras.

Where that leaves us is quite simple. We say thanks for making the POD X3 so much better than the PODxt, but if it's possible, could we see some of the new effects that have been developed for the M13 included in the POD X3?

It doesn't hurt to be polite. My parents taught me to say "please".

Cheers,

Crusty

Upgrade not working properly

support@line6.com — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:31:30 GMT

I have a podxt live which is 4yrs old now. The problem that i am facing is that when i upgraded its flash memory with the newer version, line6 edit showed me the added amps and all but the thing is the patches dont work properly anymore. The reverb and delay didnt work for any settings. So i again rollbacked my version and now the delay and reverb are working properly and line6 is showing the earlier no. of amps.

POD 2

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:34:22 GMT

Have an original pod and software. Just got a macbook and tried to use software. Says, "Classic environment no longer supported". Is the software no longer useful? Is there something I can do to remedy the problem? Not a big techy and only need the capabilities that came with ver. 2. Thanks.

Customtone for M13

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:55:26 GMT

Many owners of M13/M9 have been trying to create great scenes for their favorite musicians. It would be very nice if these scene's could be gathered at line6.com/customtone.

...but there's nothing there.

There are a few sites that gather patches/scenes like www.vettaville.nl but there are a very few.

So why is there no M9/13 section in Customtone ? And when can we expect it

New to Line 6....Need Help!

support@line6.com — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:37:36 GMT

Ok…I’m new to Line 6 products so forgive me if I sound ignorant & naïve about these products. I really could use some advice as to what products I need and how they work together. Any help and suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Ok…first, what I am looking for:

1. I want to plug my guitar directly into a PA and be able to get great sounds from it.

2. I also want to do some desktop recording. I currently use Garageband 09 and I really like the Pod Farm interface and would love to be able to integrate it with garageband for my guitar tones.

3. I need to use some of the patches from the custom tone site in order to replicate specific tones when performing covers.

4. While I really want to use a unit for performing live, I don’t like the idea of having to be hunched over my unit trying to dial in tones. I would love to be able to have all of the tones I will need worked out ahead of time and just be able to trigger them later by stepping on a pedal.

5. I am confused between the line 6 monkey, pod farm, and gear box software. I want to be able to control my unit with the computer and then take the unit to a gig to recall what I created on the computer.

Some questions I have:

What is the difference between using a Pod X3 or XT with a FBV Shortboard instead of the X3 & XT Live models? I like the idea of being able to play with the pod without bending over and still have triggers to use with my feet.

When using custom tone, is it as simple as downloading the patch from the site and triggering when stepping on a pedal?

Thanks for any input…I’m new to this world of Line 6 and multi effect units and amp simulators.

High pitched whine

support@line6.com — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:29:17 GMT

While recording a kawai k5000 I get a high pitched whine this also happens if I even turn on gearbox or podfarm. So far I have tried 2 different computers, running the laptop off battery power, switching outlets, switching the power cord on the Kawai, using all ports on ux8, switching the ux8 and k5000 to different outlets, using new audio cables and using a new usb cable on the ux8.

Some strange details: usually I run things through a mixer and effects before going into the ux8, even with the voulme down to 0 on everything the whine perists. Plugging the audio cable from the k5000 1/4 of the way into the mixer and there is no whine, but I can't change the volume! It's only the k5000 that is doing it. The whine is there even with the k5000 off, but goes away if it is unplugged. I tried using a behringer ufo interface and it is fine, plugging straight into the onboard sound card it is fine, plugng right into a zoom h4n it is fine as well. In some ways it seems like a k5000 problem, but all other recording interfaces have no whine.

Any other ideas?

Thanks.

Spider Valve MkII combo questions

support@line6.com — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:38:44 GMT

1) do the combos run hot? i know that the modeling portion of the amp is essentially a computer, and we all know computers like to run cool. wouldn't feel very confident about the amp's longevity if it's constantly running hot.

2) will my mk1 shortboard work with this amp? if so, will i be able to do looping w/it?

3) any way to save programs? i know there's no Line 6 Edit support. not sure if there's some other way?

4) is the cabinetry plywood, or particle board/mdf? i saw that the 412 cab is plywood so i'd like to think that that's the case w/the combos.

5) aside from the two preamp tubes and maybe different presets, what's the difference between the mk2's and the originals? features aside, is this newer version supposed to sound better?

Direct Monitoring Problem

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:11:50 GMT

I am unable to enable "direct monitoring" in cubase. I have only acquired the PODFarm plugin recently so I didn't notice this before. This was happening under cubase 3 sx and now under 5. All steinberg has to say about it is the driver doesn't support it. This is highly frustrating! I have reinstalled all line6 software/drivers and the cubase 5 is a fresh install.

Any ideas?

DL4 CAN'T RECORD

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:15:16 GMT

Hi There

Bought a Line 6 DL4 unit yeaterday but I can't get it to record as per the manual, e.g. select loop smapler, press first button , light comes on. But on mine following this nothing happens not even a light. Any help would be useful

regards

Andy

UX1 MIC INPUT NOISE

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:27:11 GMT

Hello

My MIC entrance in my UX1 makes a lot of noise for itself, even if i have nothing plugged to it!!

Here are the printscreens (again, nothing plugged into MIC)... the noise is, as you can imagine, quite a lot, especially because the only way of hearing myself decenlty without licking the microfone is pushing up the gain up to almost 10dB.

0dB - 7dB - 8dB - 9dB - 10dB -

Please note the noise is independant from the setup i choose, it appears in the dry input as you can see. My guitar input works perfeclty, without any noise, wich makes this even stranger

Hey people out there. I need Help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:46:10 GMT

Recently I purchased a line 6 spider IV 15 watt. It's a fun little amp but I was wondering, why can't I find any tone settings on the website? I try customtone.com but it isn't in the list of products. Help!!!!

Brighton

X3 Live 8000900C error

support@line6.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:47:48 GMT

I am having the 8000900C error between my X3 Live and my windows XP laptop. It worked without problems when I last connected them a few weeks ago. I read the related discussions but I cannot find any solutions. The X3 Live still works fine with my G4 Mac (10.4.11) but I would like to solve the problem with my laptop. Please help, thanks a million.

kb37 as a real sound card

support@line6.com — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:55:25 GMT

so your telling us that we have to use the pod farm or some audio software to hear the line inputs on the kb37? this again is misleading in your advertising. and if I use podfarm I am getting distortion on the line in even when I delete all amps and other devices from the podfarm audio chain. I also don't get a dry channel it still runs through the amps or whatever else is in the audio chain. also I am using the line 1 and 2 inputs, why am I getting audio on the 3 and 4? I am not using an spdif input????

XDS+: RX2 light not lit - Problem found

support@line6.com — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 14:27:13 GMT

http://line6.com/community/message/88604#88604

See original message for update. Marking as question here because I can't reopen the original one.

Monkey doesn't show Pocket POD 1.01 flash update

support@line6.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:13:04 GMT

Hello,

I'm a customer from Germany and bought a Pocket POD back in December, 2007.

Today I read about the 1.01 flash upgrade for my Pocket POD and downloaded the Monkey software v1.31.

I connect my Pocket POD to the power adaptor first and after this connect it to my PC with the Line 6 USB cable, no other cables are connected to the POD.

The POD works fine with the Vyzex v1.17 software, so I launched the Monkey (after closing the Vyzex software). It connects to my Line 6 Account but shows "There are no updates available" :-(

[img]http://imghost.glorp.de/i/7515363356a7.png[/img]

The Pocket POD is registered within my account and the Monkey doesn't show any message about device registration either.

The POD shows "Version 1.00" at startup...

[img]http://imghost.glorp.de/i/22593416da5b.png[/img]

Thank you for any help.

How do i get my Pod XT Live to work with Pod Farm?

support@line6.com — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:27:38 GMT

I have a xt live and i really wanna get it to work with pod farm so i can record stuff with garageband. I have connected my xt live to my com, updated everything possible through monkey. I opened pod farm and it said no compatible devices detected. So now what?

Gig Bag

support@line6.com — Fri, 29 May 2009 11:24:01 GMT

Alright, Line 6, you've got me hooked on this killer M13 pedalboard! Where can I find a gig bag for storing it?

Volume Petal Placement

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:58:19 GMT

If I want to control the overall volume of the M13 would the pre or post setting be best?

I assume if I used an expression petal for volume it would take up one of the FX's, is this true?

I have'nt purchased a volume petal as yet, so any recomendations from other posters for a quailty unit would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Phil

TonePort DI-S No Sound

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:51:23 GMT

I just received my TonePort DI-S from my GuitarPort bundle. I installed all of the software. I have the TonePort plugged in. I have a green light. I have re-installed drives more than once. I have restarted the computer more than once. I have switched USB port, computer front panel not a hub. I have all of the up to date Drivers, USB, Gear Box, etc.

I am getting no sound through my computer speakers from the Guitar. I see needles moving on Gear Box. I have twisted knobs, pushed buttons, tried combinations of things. I can hear the video tutorials played from the embedded browser at the bottom of gear box just fine.

I know there is something super simple that I am not seeing here. Why can't I hear my guitar played through my PC speakers?

thanks

koolaide

Line 6 support - why is there no live support ?

support@line6.com — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 13:09:40 GMT

As my M9 is down (as is a friends !) due to failed firmware update I was hoping to receive support in a reasonable time. How long does it normally take for Line 6 to respond and why is there no live support ?

Regards,

Ed.

m13 bypassing all effects with one click

support@line6.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:53:00 GMT

Is it possible to bypass all the effects by hitting one button. I have parts in songs that are full of effects accross the board, but it then I have parts for solos as well as dry parts. I need a one button one click type of thing. Is it possible to do this easily with the m13? I understand I can tap a button to turn off the individual fx, however, like I said, I need to be able to do all either on or off at one time as well as have the ability to use it in stomp box mode.

POD X3 LIVE- MONKEY QUESTION !

support@line6.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:51:43 GMT

AVE
     Question! Installing my new POD X3L Gearbox.After install it and log on I did update firmware and flash memory.I so far everything proceeded good.After Monkey disappeared update all other drivers (photo). Is that supposed to be? By MONKEY-V1.26 does not have this problem!
   In addition, the device manual I read that in the SYSTEM-POD X3L should see ESN, au I do not. ESN is the Monkey! Device effectively communicates with your computer, Monkey and Gearbox.
        Please reply

Pod Studio UX1 Not Working With Windows 7

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:10:28 GMT

Greetings,

I've gone through all of the support FAQs/discussions so this is a last-ditch attempt. I am getting sporadic performance from the UX1 on my laptop (brand new, core i7 processor, Win7, 4g ram). Playback stutters, system sounds only happen sometimes (e.g. - running the "test" function on the sound devices control panel only plays sounds less than half the time) - thus I know it's not an issue with my DAW software. Following the manual and support FAQs, I have:

1. disabled antivirus

2. disabled all wireless/bluetooth network adapters

3. disabled the computer's sound card

4. adjusted sound settings (buffers, size, etc.)

Still, the stuttering problem when playing back and the sporadic appearance of system sounds persists. I have the latest Line6 drivers and software. Any other tips?

Thanks.

Hum and Noise, Noise and Hum

support@line6.com — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 03:56:01 GMT

This has probably been discussed many times , but I can't seem to find the answers.

Just got a X3 Live this weekend.

Using a Strat, thru headphones, or through a mackie mixer .... I'm getting a TON of Noise and Hum on pickups 1-3-5. So much so that most patches/presets are unusable due to the xtreme noise. A few presets even exhibit extreme noise using pickup positions 2 and 4.

I've also tried my humbucker guitar and it's a little better, but still more noise than a normal stage setup using a real amp. Waaayyy too much noise.

I've tried several different outlets throughout my house and it stays the same. I would certainly not be able to play this thing out live with this much noise and not being able to use pickups 1-3-5

Any ideas or solutions will be hugely appreciated. Thank you,

loud pop,scratch type, white noise on playback and record.

support@line6.com — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:25:11 GMT

I have contacted sonar support and have completed all of their trouble shooting steps. They say it must be my input device. I have tried switching over to my computers sound card and the noise does stop. I have updated all my drivers and have completely reinstalled my ux2 software. I have tried changing all my buffers, driver selection......nothing works. I have had it for over a year. Previously no issues. I have added no new hardware or software. What is going on? -thanks,

effect change

support@line6.com — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:34:54 GMT

hi I have a little problem with my pod x3

When i change on the stampboard the effect from lets say 1d to 1 c...sound from gearbox hold the line solo (good sound for alive from Pearl Jam...any other suggestion is welcom) and change to Lifeson sound Xanadu (good for bridge sound Alive from pearl jam...any other suggestion is welcom) it is oke. but if i change back again the sound is dropped a few seconds. Irritating while playing with the band on stage and practising.

How can i make sure that will not happen. I have this problem all the time with changing from effect to effect.

Also sometimes he is out of control with volume suddenly or goes to the effect 2

greetings Sjoerd

IRELAND + UK Power Supply for POD 2.0

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:46:40 GMT

The power supply for my 2.0 is crocked. I know this cus I took the unit into a shop in Derry and he took the power supply out of another POD on sale and plugged my unit in which worked perfectly. The shop has no power supply units in stock for sale on their own. Of course they can order them in but because we're not a major metropolitan area it could be weeks before the shop needs to place an order for stock with Line 6.

Every music shop between here and Galway I've visited and no one stocks Line 6. This fruitless drive around the country has peeved me right off.

Someone please sell me a UK (240/9V/1200w) Line 6 AC Power Supply or I'm gonna have to emmigrate. I'll buy it on line right now if you can point me in the right direction.

spider III 15W

support@line6.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:10:29 GMT

my amp blew up a transistor and now the repair people cant find the right one as the transistor is unrecognizable, where can I get a map/blueprint to get the transistor name/number??

particle verb?

support@line6.com — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 15:47:03 GMT

yeah its modulated in some way...but what is the secret behind the reverb, what exactly is going on?

M13 Power Problem

support@line6.com — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 21:18:13 GMT

I have a power problem with my M13. I've had it for about a month and until now it worked flawlessly. But a couple days ago it started powering off and on on its own. I've checked my electricity outlet and connections and everything is workng properly. What could be causing the problem? Do I have a defective unit? Thanks in advance.

research paper - comparison pod x3 live with a real amp

support@line6.com — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:08:57 GMT

hello everybody @ line6 as a line 6 freak - not since the very first hour, but since i bought a pod xt live - i am now a proud owner of the pod x 3 live. i play it through a marshall 9100 poweramp and a hughes&kettner vintage 4x12 box. when i had to find a subject for a research work that i have to do for my diploma at the SAE in zuerich, switzerland, i came up with the idea of comparing a marshall jcm 900 with both the clean- und dist-channel-emulation in the pod x 3. my plan is to compare the pure pod sound with the pod played through the poweramp and the jcm 900 box, and to compare these with the real amp. i intend to really test the pod out, listening, measuring, comparing waveforms etc. empirically i would expect the pod to do a real good job in this challenge! it is clear to me, that you can't reveal your business secrets just for the success of my work, but... here is my question: could you help me with some deeper insights into the principles that are applied in the pod x 3? could you eventually give me more informations about how the models are designed? ... if it has something to do with convolution or whatever? are there books about programming audio dsp which could help me to understand better how the pod really works? [please forgive me, my english is rather primitive...but i hope i can make myself understood] in exchange for your help - i know it is not much i can offer - i would send you a copy of my work. thank you for considering my request with my best regards backstone

Editor for Spider Valve mkII?

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 02:19:00 GMT

Will there be a computer-based editor / librarian application for the spider valve mkII?

Update

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:09:54 GMT

Hi guys, Im sure this has been answered a million times and so Im sorry to waste peoples time and the space on this forum.

Can some one direct me to a site in England that is selling the necessary cables to do the update ?

Thanks

UX2 Crashes when receiving a powerful signal?

support@line6.com — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 16:06:58 GMT

I've had my UX2 crash on me three different ways, all related to high input levels, or so I believe.

Running a bass into the instrument input, had it turned up loud, needles were over on the right. The UX2 shut down. I unplugged/plugged it back in but Reaper wouldn't recognize it. Had to reboot everything. Creative inspiration killed instantly.

Running 2 mics into the UX2, setting levels on guitar amp. It was loud and the mic gain was up. The UX2 shut down, similar results.

Playing a mix back via Reaper, some of the levels were set high and before I could drop them, the UX2 shut down...

Is this supposed to happen when the UX2 receives too strong a signal or do I have a bad unit? I can't imagine that any level of audio input would physically damage the UX2.

Running Windows XP on a laptop, Reaper, POD Farm. This seems to happen intermittently...which makes me wonder if I have a bad piece of hardware (yet again).

Line 6 edit not working for me - Java Errors?

support@line6.com — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 19:44:11 GMT

I have been unsuccessful in getting Line 6 Edit to work. I have downloaded the program twice, and have been present both times to insure that the "recommended" Jave RTE was installed on my computer.

After looking through this forum, I noticed that Line 6 apparently has corrected any problem when using Jave RTE6, which I also installed from the JAVA site in an effort to fix things. This has not corrected my problem. Anyone able to offer an ideas?

When I check my Java properties on my computer, it says I am running build 6.1.blah-blah-blah...should this version not work with Line 6 edit? The Line 6 recommended version (JavaRTE5) is also on my computer. Should I delete JAVA version 6?

When I start the the program, I get the following error message:

An exception was caught.

java.lang.UnsatisfiedLinkError:

cmn.l6java.utils.L6EmbeddedUtils.nativeHideSplash()V

App info: Line 6 Edit 3.00 release - build 96 - Wed Apr 19 17:14:08 PDT 2006

Date 8/13/09 2:13 PM

In thread: Thread [main, 5, main]

OS Windows XP (5.1 x86)

Java VM Version 1.6.0_14

Stack trace:

java.lang.UnsatisfiedLinkError: cmn.l6java.utils.L6EmbeddedUtils.nativeHideSplash()V

at cmn.l6java.utils.L6EmbeddedUtils.nativeHideSplash(Native Method)

at cmn.l6java.utils.L6EmbeddedUtils.HideLauncherSplash(L6EmbeddedUtils.java:39)

at line6editbase.app.L6EditorApp.Start(L6EditorApp.java:459)

at line6editbase.app.L6EditorApp.access$200(L6EditorApp.java:42)

at line6editbase.app.L6EditorApp$L6ELauncherBootstrap.OnLaunch(L6EditorApp.java:310)

at cmn.l6java.app.L6App.Launch(L6App.java:194)

I remain hopeful! I want Line 6 edit so as to be able to move the Univibe pedal before the pre-amp on my Flex III!

extreme cross modulation to aux in channel

support@line6.com — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:54:23 GMT

I wanted to track two guitars with the following dual tone configuration.

Guitar one to guitar input processed with tone one routed to direct out left.

Guitar two to aux input processed with tone two routed to direct out right.

Both guitars with a high gain distortion sound.

I noticed an extreme cross modulation from the processed signal of tone one into the aux in channel every time a jack connector is put in to the aux input.

First I though it might be a misfunction of my device but I ran the same setup with the devices of one of my collegues and there was the same effect.

I guess this cannot be normal.

So what can I do to prevent such cross modulations?

Thanks for help!

Tone settings for Spider III 15 watts

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 05:13:52 GMT

On the box it says to go to the line6 homepage for tone settings... Where are they?

USING CABINET MODELER OR NOT?

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:38:07 GMT

i have been tweaking this unit.

it never ends, i am using a 5150 peavey with an mc 212 cabinet, (marshall), and lately i been really bothered by the sound i am getting, using the cabinet modeler it seems to add a weird overall bass, and i have to turn almost all the way down the bass on the x3 live, to make it sound somewhat decent but still it lacks something. i tried today without the cabinet modeler just the amp model assuming that my cabinet will color the sound anyway, what i found was a more clear sound, that does not distort as much, and you can turn up the bass on the amp model, and there you go, that amp starts pumping bass all over the way it is supossed to be. i dont know if any one has experienced this i would love to hear from you guys.

thank you

UX8 turns on, cannot connect, and can't turn off

support@line6.com — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:17:47 GMT

Hello,

I have a UX8 that suddenly stopped working, when i pluged a guitar in INST, port 1

What happened, is that the UX suddenly froze, some clip lights were on, others were dim red, it simply felt like my system was twitching.

So i tried to turn it off, but it didnt work.

I unpluged it and when I pluged it back in and turned it on, the clip lights were going form left to right ( the two clip lights next to the meters were not on nor were they flashing).

and i cannot turn it off, so I have to unplug it again..

I thought it was a tough piece of hardware..

Can anybody please tell me what has gone wrong?

thanks!

Hiro

( Sorry for the double post)

DL4 looper problem

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:27:22 GMT

I just bought a DL4 cheap off craigslist and the looper does not work, is there a quick fix or am I out of luck?

Line 6 Edit on Windows 7 32bit

support@line6.com — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:33:01 GMT

I installed Line 6 Edit version 3.02(which says "This version of Line 6 Edit is compatible with JRE 6") on a Windows 7 32bit PC. I also installed the Java environment JRE 6 Update 16.

I'm getting "Could not find valid Java runtime" error message when I launch Line 6 Edit.

Any idea on how i could resolve this issue?

Thanks alot for your time,

Spider valve 212 combo

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:18:24 GMT

Can I run two 16 ohm G12-75 celestion speakers in my spidevalve combo? I want to use the vintage 30's in a 1936 marshall cab. Thank you

mm4 ended to work

support@line6.com — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:34:54 GMT

Hi Line 6 i'm using Line 6 mm4 fm4 and dl4 for years

but some days before faced with problem - after switching during a mistake 12 vac to a my mm4 pedal it stopped work at all

i live in Belarus 220004 and there is no any service center

may be it is a well known issue and is simple repaired - there is few great technicians here so they can check it but before brining it to them i want to ask you about it

thanks

Pod X3 Live GearBox question.

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:47:54 GMT

Greetings,

I am using GearBox to edit settings on the Pod X3 live.

In GearBox is there a way to view both amp model settings at the same time without have to switch back and forth using the Tone 1 and Tone 2 buttons.?

If not, does anybody know of an alternative program which exposes both amp models at once?

Thanks

new amp won't work

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:36:18 GMT

Hey,

I just bought a new Spider IV 75 watt amp today. When I got home and plugged in nothing worked. Power was on, the screen lit up, but none of the knobs worked and no sound came out. I had the mastervolume all the way up and my guitar volume all the way up, I turned it on and off and reset factory settings, nothing seems to work.

Chord Progressions

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:05:33 GMT

I just purchased your JM4 Looper. It does everything I thought it would and so much more. I'm relatively new at playing the guitar and the looper seemed like a great device to help me practice and have fun doing it. I was hoping I could use the 'Jam with a Song' function to practice. It seems like a great practice item because it plays a portion of a song over and over -- forever. The only problem I am having is not knowing what chords to play with the songs. Is there a book or paper out there somewhere that could help me out with this? Something that would possible give chord progressions for each song? I've used "Band in the Pocket" CD's before and they have chord progressions with them. Any suggestions?

I've switched my email addres...

support@line6.com — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:15:09 GMT

my user account: "timothyclee" was created when I purchased my POXT live, but I can't remember my password, and the email me my password function does not work since I no longer have that email address associated with this account. Please help

M13 Switching off

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:07:43 GMT

Hi,

I have had my M13 for 11 months now and it has never let me down during rehersals or gigs.

Yesterday it started switching off the on again. Is this a known issue? I live in the UK please advise.

Cheeers

Paul

Pod Farm Platinum + M-Audio profire 610

support@line6.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:43:04 GMT

Hello,

I have Pod Farm Platinum which was unlocked through my pod x3 live, working as a plugin in sonar/nuendo/cubase. I want to be able to use the plugin with my M-audio profire 610, without having to hook up the x3 live, (which i only use for amp situations). I travel a lot and I can't carry a lot of gear with me, so it would be very convenient for me to use pod farm platinum with my m-audio.

can you let me know how can i unlock it?

Awaiting your reply!

Alex

Some Experiment using M13 as Midi foot controller

support@line6.com — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:57:30 GMT

Well after a bit of work i realized this:

1) the M13 can work as a Midi Foot Controller

2) it works going on scene set up, at that point if u switch scene by scene than some other effect connected via midi change his preset till number 12

3) the limit it is u can have only 12 switch possibilities because at same time u can have only 12 scene viewable, u can change folder only going on knobs but in a live situation its not handable ofc, so the story of 48 scene its true only considering them as in studio use, (i have not understood how to change solder only going by foot switchs)

4) so if i have understood well i can use 12 scene at same time, selecting it the midi controller give at someother midi unit connected the right program till n.12 meantime u can arrange all the effects u want on the M13

Now a big tip for LINE6, please in the next firmware update create a way to control all the 48 scenes using the foot switches of M13 or create a new way to change folder.

Could be useful a function to go next, scene by scene and reverse.

If this function exists already than help me to find it

Can i monitor myself through speakers using Line 6 GX

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:39:12 GMT

Hey,

I'm using an M Audio Fast track pro interface, to send my output signals to my monitors, however, i can't seem to find a way to do it, when using my Line 6 GX. Is there any possibility i could still use the Line 6, but use my m-audio interface, to carry on sending output signals to my speakers, so i don't constantly have to use headphones when i'm playing/recording guitar?

Cheers,

Will

Question

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:25:10 GMT

My line 6 flexitone 111 xl plus loses volume after a few minutes which has the affect of losing tone. Can this be fixed if so how. Will having a service fix this problem

MKII 112 - Second Impressions

support@line6.com — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:13:45 GMT

I just got done giving the stock amp a good run through at volume. Here's what my ear is hearing:

This is not simply a MKI with better effects, which are great by the way and a far cry better than the MKI. The amp models have been reworked, and in some cases, drastically. In general, the tone controls seem to have even more effect on most models. Almost every model, at volume, has been rid of the icepick highs that were, to my ears, the overall character of the MKI with the V30. This has been replaced with a slightly added emphasis on the midrange. I wish I had a stock MKI to compare this to side by side, so I am just going from memory. But to me the difference is very noticable. In fact, the V30 can get downright honky at higher settings of the mid control. The low end can still get flubby/farty on the wrong settings, so that could stand some tightening up. I'm still going to go with a G12K-100 which should tighten the low end and smooth out any extreme mid honk. Also, the springs on my tube retainers rattle unmercilessly against the glass when I strike my open D string. They're going to come off.

Specifics about amp models that have changed:

The Metal Blue, which has long been a staple of mine for higher gain Marshall type tones, has changed. Depending on your perspective, for the better or worse. The mid control, which changes the distortion character from a more focused class A type tone at min, to a more modern high gain tone at mid, to a loose fuzz tone at max, is far more sensitive than it was on the MKI and has increased range. Also note, it seems to me that the description of the mid control is reversed in the manual because it says the exact opposite of what I just did. The gain range is also expanded in both directions. Now, pretty much anything before noon results in what sounds to me like a JCM800 at moderate gain. Very punchy and smooth with a restrained top end. The tone starts getting some hair on it as you increase the drive to 12:00. To me, the gain is unusable much past 1:00 with a hot bridge humbucker. I was initially very disappointed with this model in some respects because in essence, my go-to tone wasn't to be found here anymore, but at least there was new territory that sounded very good.

Then I started stepping out of my box. Insane Blue. It's not quite so insane anymore. Again, expanded range on the gain control. On the MKI, anything but minimum gain resulted in screaming distortion. Not so on the MKII. Up to about 10:30 or so it was still very manageable. And guess what? My Metal Blue tone is here now. In the Insane Blue model. But it sounds even better because there's a usable mid control. I'd experimented with Insane Blue on both MKI's to no avail. But on the MKII this is now a usable model for me. Nay, not just usable. Really great sounding. The gain range makes it suitable for everything from a nice rock crunch to metal territory. And SMOOTH. This has singing lead qualities if you want them. There's hair here, but it is GOOD hair. Moderate, usable sizzle. Not fizz. I am really digging Insane Blue.

Metal Amber? Insane Amber? On the MKI, I could tolerate these with the K-100 but not with the V30. Icepicky mess there. But on the MKII these seem to have lost the icepick just as all the other models have and have a usable top end even at higher treble settings. Actually, I could get into these tones also, more so the Metal Amber. That model with single coils has a nice glassy crunch.

Crunch Amber naturally has that Plexi bark...duh. With gain at 12 or below, it is very articulate. Raking a chord, you can hear every note clearly but still have a great crunch going on. I think Eric Johnson or Joe Bonamassa. Good tones to be had here also. Although both this model and the Hi Gain Amber sound maybe just a little too barky/honky with the V30. The K-100 will put this back where I like it.

I'm not going to dwell on the mid gain stuff other than to say that the AC30TB sounds great (Class A Amber), maybe even better than the MKI did. There are some other new offerings there too that sound good, but I will have to explore later.

Cleans are fantastic. I don't know if it's me, but I think the Clean Amber has been reworked because it now sounds a lot more like the clean sounds I was getting from the MKI on Crunch Amber at low gain. I could play that clean sound for days. Very enjoyable.

To wind up here, I still have a lot of work to do but I think the MKII may be a keeper. We'll see for sure what happens after the speaker change but I don't know any other amps in this range that have it going on on so many different fronts at the same time. Effects are really good, amp models sound great, and it's a single package. For under $1000 what else is there? Vypyr? Sorry, not in the same league. Will post again after the speaker change, and I might even include some video footage. Until next time!

X3 Pro + shortboard footswitch questions

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:12:39 GMT

I've been thinking about selling off my X3L and getting an X3 Pro + shortboard. I have a couple of questions about footswitch controls...

First question: Can I set up the reverb switch per patch to control comp/amp/loop/verb? Or am I limited just to turning reverb on/off with this switch?

Second question: Can I use any footswitch in the same way I use the "TONE 2 / HOLD FOR DUAL" switch on the X3L?

No Sound from POD X3

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:26:55 GMT

Hi all,

This is the situation. I downloaded a patch into my X3 and saved it. Half way playing through my X3, suddenly the sound gone. I tried to change to other preset, there was still no sound. Below were my actions trying to rectify the problem:

- switched it OFF then ON again - no sound

- changed to TUNER mode, the tuner did not have any input signal.

- tried using other guitars and cables - no sound

- swtiched it OFF then ON it again the next day - no sound

Im totally clueless of what had happened to my unit. For info, my unit has never had any problem for the past 2 years. Please help.

Madsouls

Nhe7 here again. I have been trying all weekend to get the USB variax interface up & running!!!! Auggh!

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:48:31 GMT

I have a couple items I hope you nice folks can help me with. I am getting very frustrated!!!! I have been trying for days to get my workbench to work with my variax 700 acoustic & the USB interface keeps blinking red on the guitar side. I have tried 2 different computers (neither with 64 bit). I have reloaded all software (starting with just the workbench & finally loading up Guitarport/Rifftracker, Gearbox, & Pod xt [more on pod xt later].....

Here is an observation/question. I have noticed that the Guitarport & the Pod xt both have "ESN" #s while the Variax USB interface lists NONE where a number should be. Does this mean something & what can I do about it. The Monkey lets me choose the interface & I upgraded everything but when I try to click on the Variax USB INterface, it says "no device detected" & then a box comes up next saying "no device configured, we will close variax workbench" or something to that effect.

I was also concerned that I might not have USB #2 but under USB devices there are 2 listings at the bottom for "enhanced" + I know my laptop is new enough to have USB2 (though right now I am trying to use everything on my older desktop that I had when I purchased all of this stuff).

With the laptop, I uninstalled everything & then just installed the monkey & workbench & with no other usb devices plugged in, I went around to all 6 usb ports built in to the laptop (there are 4 on the back & 2 on the side). Is it obvious which ones are enhanced or is it likely that they all are?

More important than anything, I just want to tweak my variax in the workbench program I paid good money for (not to mention the fact that I won 2 Guitarports, a shortboard & Podxt, Rifftracker, gearbox and a Variax 700 Acoustic.

Also, a problem has come up with Podxt. In the Monkey (which allows me to choose between Guitarport, USB interface & Pod xt), when I click on the Pod xt there is a caution sign that an update is available. When I click on this it tells me "Important: Your hardware hardware has not yet been activated to allow all the features you purchased." I am to press activate in the optional add ons tab. Each time I try to do this or update the one caution item (USB Firmware) , it goes through the motions & then says "error" "Warning, the transaction verification failed...If problem persists (which it has) click support button. You will not need to purchase another license key to fix this problem......

Again, this problem is secondary to me & way down on the list from getting the Variax USB interface to stop blinking red on the guitar side & let me use the workbench program. In a nutshell for now, is the lack of an ESN number got anything to do with the problem? Any other suggestions? LINE 6 got any suggestions?

I thank anyone & everyone who has tried & will continue to try to help me. I am sure a sledge-hammer isn't going to fix the USB interface the way I want it to work!!!

love

lee

Pod XT ASIO drivers stop working in Cubase

support@line6.com — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:22:38 GMT

I'm using a pod xt with Cubase SX. I need to run Monkey every time I use Cubase to get any sound in or out from the pod. When I don't do anything for a while, then try to use Cubase, I get no input or output until I run Monkey again, then it works. I don't need an internet connection for monkey to connect to - just firing it up lets Cubase use the pod again. Any ideas? cheers

JM4 Looper snap crackle & pop

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:15:11 GMT

I have a JM4 Looper pedal (firmware 2.09) and I seem to be experiencing an increasing amount of snap, crackle and pop during recording. More specifically, it seems that the recording is fine, but when I go to save it to a WAV file, I get all kinds of pops. At first it was just a few and I thought maybe it was the switch on my guitar or something. But now I'm getting these pops every 5-10 seconds. The recording is fairly simple; a built-in drum track with about 90 seconds of rhythm guitar. Then I save it (as a Jam file) and attempt to record a solo on top of it. Then I save that to a WAV file.

I have also tried just recording a solo straight on top of a built-in song -- no crackle in that case.

You can hear the samples here:

http://www.guitarvibe.com/2009/11/line-6-jm4-looper.html#mp3

This does not appear to be an issue from the guitar or cable as the pops are not present when I load the JAM file; only if I load the WAV file or copy the WAV file to my computer. I have tried turning the JM4 off and on etc to no avail.

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Maybe there's a better way to do this that The JM4 is cool, but I'm getting frustrated with this.

Thanks

-Zack

ZUrlocker at hotmail dot com

www.guitarvibe.com

OT: My take on the 'infamous' AxeFX

support@line6.com — Sat, 09 May 2009 19:53:38 GMT

Some of you may know that I have recently acquired an AxeFX Ultra - this will be a very short (and hopefully informative) post on my impressions so far:

• Power Amp section - Incredible detail & control have been given to this section of the Amp modeling and IMO, this is the biggest feature that sets it apart from the rest. Just by changing some of the 'advanced parameters' for the power amp you can make it both sound and feel like 20 different amps. Sag and Master Volume controls effect how the amp compresses as well as accurately reflecting the changes in frequency response you would hear from a real tube amp - these work better than any master volume or power scaling circuits I have heard to date. It seems to mimic actual sound pressure into a mic, even at very low volumes.

• Preamp section - The preamps also provide numerous 'advanced parameters' which greatly influence the sounds produced - for instance, the Tone stacks can be moved pre, post, or even after the power amp, providing 3 different sounds & responses. The Tone circuits can also be 'tuned', moving all frequency bands higher or lower, greatly effecting the overall character of the sound. Other parameters include Warmth, Thump, Low & High cut freq, Bright Cap size, Presence freq, Active or Passive tone circuitry, Transformer match, Cab resonant freq, etc.

• Signal chain/Effects routing - Although sometimes a bit time-consuming, this unit offers the most flexible & complete signal routing options I have ever seen in a guitar processor, and yes that includes the GT-10 (or pretty much any other rack effect) The signal can be split into up to 4 different effects paths and mixed/summed to stereo at the end.

• Effects - Plenty, and very high quality including low, high, and bandpass filters and an infinitely programmable Wah.

• My overall impression - I have never experienced anything like this. It's a whole new dimension for me, and I truly believe I could be content to never play through my tube amps again (yes, even my beloved '65 Super-Reverb) - I could never have said this before.

~Rad~

PS: If this is not the proper location for this post, please feel free to move it where it should be - thanks.

..regarding x3 live effects loop..

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:03:38 GMT

..i've got 2 tonebone pedals with high gain settings in the loop , configured 'pre' , and yet to get enough level , the return is at +20db -

the amp block is off , and i've got the eq set with mid cuts , to try and get the cleanest sound , going into the fx return of a marshall avt combo..

this works ok , but if i try to switch the amp block on , the levels all are way too low -

if i put the loop 'post' , then the comp/boost doesn't have nearly the desired effect..

i must be doing something wrong..

also there's alot of noise when the pedals are on - the gate seems to have little effect - shouldn't it be at the end of the chain?

lastly , the momentary display feature for the amp tone controls doesn't seem to be working at all , minor gripe , but still ??

any advice appreciated , thanx , cam..

VYZEX Editor Screen - Not able to see all items

support@line6.com — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:03:56 GMT

The screen is fixed size and does not display all the tones in the list and it does not provide an in window scroll.

Is this standard as I am using it on a notebook. Are there any planned updates? Can you use gearbox with the pocket POD?

Any help would be appreciated.

Cheers

Dave

Variax Ethernet Connection

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:36:17 GMT

I have a problem with the connector in the guitar. The plastic that holds the jack to the body of the guitar cracked and broke, so the jack floats inside. Because of this, I think, everyonce in a while the guitar will cut out and will not be seen by the podxt. I unscrewed the connector on the guitar and tapped the jack where it was broke to help make it more solid. It worked great for a day and then it started cutting out again. Is there any way I can get hold of the jack and the little circuit board that it connects to? It's out of waranty and I'm technically inclined enough to replace these parts. Thanks

SV HD100 Mods?

support@line6.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 07:27:28 GMT

So I just ordered a Spider Valve HD100 Valve head today.

It's my first tube amp, and i'm not a big fan of the digital tone but for 450$ i really can't complain.

Miraculously i stumbled upon the SVpre mod by Strymon.

-I know that installing it would void the warranty, but if you uninstalled it, and soldered everything back to the way it was,

is there any way they can tell it's been tampered with?

Some other questions:

-Are there any other mods available for SV amps?

-I'd like to upgrade the tubes, but i don't know what tubes to buy.

What tubes would be good for articulate high gain thrash/shred tone. As high gain and articulate as possible without becoming "brutal".?

-I have the chance to purchase either a Line 6 FBV foot switch or a bundle of Boss Metalcore, Digitech Overdrive, and Dunlop Fasel Wah

for 100 dollars. So considering the SVpre mod installed, would it be wiser to get the FBV or the pedals?

-Does changing tubes void the warranty?

That's about it for now, thanks.

Listening with headphones sounds thin. Settings?

support@line6.com — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 19:52:17 GMT

Hey all.

Had my Podx3 for a long time now. I've always thought that listening with headphones sound kind of thin and weak. Are there settings somewhere that control what the output is going to? I'm not necessarly looking for tone settings, rather, is there some kind of way things should be setup on the PodX3 that maximises headphone listening?

Thanks

Rick

Workbench - Pot Resistance - help me learn

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:07:51 GMT

Hi folks,

I've had my Variax for a couple of years now (love it). I've made a few custom models with Workbench, but not really bothered to try adjusting the settings on the controls page where you can set things like:

Volume Knob Pot Resistance

Tone Knob Pot Resistance

Capacitance

(image: http://acapella.harmony-central.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=180836&d=1127445477)

I think I've got a reasonable idea about the Volume Taper (and I think I prefer the "Audio" option instead of the "Linear" default), but I'd like to learn more about the others.

Could anyone comment on how they use these settings, including when it is good to change from the defaults, and also if there are any pages on the Internet you know of where I can read some more - that would be great!

Thanks

recording guitar without band

support@line6.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:06:39 GMT

Hey, I am about to buy a spider jam. I just tried it the other day but wasn't able to record the guitar only on the SD card, without the "band". Is it possible?

Recording guitar alone is the function that interests me the most with this amp, I don't give a f*&k about jamming with the recorded songs... thanks for your help!

Switching to another preset with UX2

support@line6.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:00:15 GMT

Dear Sir,

It is regarding POD Studio UX2 operation. Currently owning UX2 and Variax 600. Typically when playing a song, will switching the Variax 600 to acoustic guitar and set the Gearbox's amp and effect to a configuration for the acoustic guitar. Down the song, when come to the 'solo' part, which typically will switch to electric guitar on the Variax 600, will also wish to switch to another set of configuration for the amp and effect. Any advise on this endeavor with the current devices I own or is there any additional device I will need to make this endeavor possible?

Read about footswitch in the UX2 and MIDI cc on the Gearbox. Seem like these features are relatively close to making the job above. Any advise on the procedure if these features are possible to do the job. Thanks in advance.

Regards,

Singapura

how to upgrade pod 1.x to 2.0?

support@line6.com — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:53:34 GMT

I bought a second hand pod ( thought it is 2.0). but turn up is pod 1.x. and i read throught infro, found out i can get some chips to upgrade my pod to 2.0. but there is problem, that i need to register the gear first, when i try to registed it, there is not a pod 1.x option. i try pod 2.0, but error message" gear not match with product code). so what can i do with it?

is that possible to buy the chips in new zealand?

cheers

podfarm as a plugin

support@line6.com — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:58:08 GMT

hi, i recently had to format my HDD and reinstall all my music software. I was wondering how I go about using podfarm as a plugin again as I paid my license a while back but now dont seem to have the option to use podfarm as a plugin anymore after the reinstall

any advice will be great

Pb of registration bellow a fire in my house.

support@line6.com — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:59:40 GMT

Hy,

I bougth a BASS PD XT PRO 2 years ago on ebay but i never registred because i need'nt in my using.

I have an fire in my house lasted year and the registration number is partialy removed...

The number seems to be 21BPX2B3838000027 but it don't works in registration.

I just want to make an update of my product, how can i do pls?

Paul NAUDIN

11 rue Leroy

13012 MARSEILLE

FRANCE

Paulnaudin@hotmail.com

Repair Needed to either Variax or Pod XT Live - Line 6 Please Save Me!

support@line6.com — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:28:14 GMT

Hi There

My Variax 500 won't communicate via the RC45 cable with my PodXTLive. both units are second hand and neither are under warranty. I've no way of testing which unit is at fault - all I know is when I connect them, the Pod freezes.

As I live in Northants, is it possible to get them checked over at Line 6 UK In Northampton, or is there another service centre nearby?

I really want to be able to control the guitar from the Pod, and also access the Workbench software (this is why I purchased all this gear in the first place!) and it's extremely frustrating not to be able to.

Line 6, please let me pop round! I'll even bring biscuits!

Many thanks

Pete

Pod XT Live &Windows 7

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:07:52 GMT

Hi everyone,

I'm just bought a new laptop with Windows 7 on it and I can't seem to connect via USB. I've pulled out my old Vista laptop and everything is fine so I've updated all the drivers (not sure if it updates drivers within the Pod) and still nothing.

All I'm getting is the 3 duh duh duh's, so it's not feeling the device at all.

If anyone can help, I'd be grateful.

Regards

Steve

Firmware Corrupted on Variax500?

support@line6.com — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:52:54 GMT

I tried to install Workbench with my PODXT Live and Variax 500 connected. The installation failed and I then noticed that my XTLive had frozen. Unplugging the variax un-freezes the POD. Line Monkey also no longer sees the variax.

I posted a thread (11-04-2009) and tried all the advice with no success. As the axe was only a few weeks old and thus under guarentee I returned it to the Dealer for repair.

After three months at a 'Jack of all trades' repair facility ( No disrespect intended) that does Line6 repairs for the agent and dealer, I asked to have my ghit returned so that I can have a look at it myself (Retired Electronic Engineer). He told me that there were 4 more Variaxes that had been in for repairs for like forever.

He had them all recalled and I managed to repair them all in one day. 3 were as a result of simple bad connections, 1 had a short circuiting track on the rj-45 output assembly but sadly I could not repair my 500. Through a process of illimination with parts from another 500 I determined that the fault is definitely on the mainboard.

I have now found another thread from another person who encountered a similar problem after a failed upgrade using a PODXT Live and it turned out that the Variax fimware had been corrupted during said failed upgrade.

"This sounds a lot like what happened to me...ie I used the POD XT Live to update my Variax 500...it failed. My Variax couldn't be 'seen' after that. Line 6 UK now want at least £60 to reflash the little AM29LV200B IC on the mainboard"

As you must have gathered, No we don't have a bona fida, dedicated Line6 Service Centre in South Africa. Any Suggestions?

Thanx

Carlo

Message was edited by: carlo_leone

ux8 usb firmware unknown

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 05:24:45 GMT

when im starting to power up my ux8, its working nicely. but after a few minutes turning on. the signal clips blinks on and off the line 6 monkey

detects that theres no usb firmware installed so i connect and reconnect again the usb, still the same. when itry to update that selection no response from the monkey

how can i resolve this? is my usb cable the problem?

Locking tuners for Variax 700 electric?

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:19:27 GMT

Hi everybody!

I'm very happy with my new Variax 700. Great guitar, beautifully crafted, great set up, right out of the box!

The Gotoh tuners are ok really, but however I do have little tuning problems when using the tremolo a bit more violent.

I wondered if it would make a difference to replace the stock tuners with locking tuners from, for instance, Schaller.

And what would be the best fitting model/brand, in regards to the screwholes and such.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Rohaya

Micing with Beam Blocker

support@line6.com — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 17:10:19 GMT

Does anyone have experience with micing and the Weber Beam Blockers? How does it effect micing?

I normally mic midway between the center and edge, but the highs are being redirected in that direction now. So how would you mic it? Help is greatly appreciated!

Variax 300 string not working at first and then does after a bit

support@line6.com — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 01:25:37 GMT

Hi,

I have a two year old Variax 300 where the 3rd string does not work when I first turn on the amp and then after awhile it starts working and then there is no problem. All the other 5 strings work fine. I am not using batteries, just the AC power pack.

Chuck

M13 is nice, but.....

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:25:14 GMT

Hi,

After being let down by a lot of 19" fx units I would like to know if the M13 is ever going to go 19". I am a fan of the Pro Series Line 6 used to make. The M13 (M19 Pro could be a good name) could replace these. Is there any chance this is going to happen..? Line 6 has the good interface and sounds to make it work. It would make minced meat of a G-Major imho. And I would buy one to clean up my rack!

Anyone for a Behringer V-Amp 3??

support@line6.com — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 20:39:41 GMT

http://www.behringer.com/EN/Products/V-AMP3.aspx

anyone heard anything about them?

Help Please! SV HD100 MKI and FBV SB MKII

support@line6.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:11:28 GMT

I have had my SV HD100 half stack for about a year and a half now. I've had an FBV Express pedal ever since I bought it. I recently got the FBV Shortboard MKII as a gift for my SV HD100 half stack and really like it alot. I am having a problem though, I cannot calibrate the pedal. I've done the procedure as told through the online document where you hold the D button down before you power up the pedal to start the process.... doesn't work. What am I doing wrong or what can I do to fix this and calibrate my new pedal? Or is it not possible since my SV head is a MKI and my Shortboard is a MKII???

Thanks,

USB Connection problem with POD XT Live

support@line6.com — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:15:39 GMT

Hello my friends!

I've bought my XT Live 2 days ago (it's used). All good, except PC - connection. When I'm trying to connect device into PC USB port, the system error message is occured (it is a windows usb connection error dialog-message "device is not installed... etc.. device can not be installed, because it works incorrectly..." ). Monkey and XT Live drivers are installed (following all steps). I've tried to re-install all possible drivers, re-connected usb-cable into all ports, trying it on other PCs - nothing has changed. And another funny question. If I have installed XT live drivers, why Monkey says, that it's not installed?.. may be because installing is beginning since the system detect not "Unknown device", but POD XT live... I dont know... Help please..

New x3 live ?

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:13:14 GMT

I am thinking of buying a new x3 live tommorrow from my local guitar center. Will it have the usb drop out fix update allready in it?

Part numbers needed!

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:44:37 GMT

Hi all,

I am looking for part numbers of the flex cable connector on the mainboard of the Variax 500. Also the part number for the other connectors as well if available.

I would prefer manufacture part nubmers versus Line 6 internal part numbers.

Thanks

Dereck

hey

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:08:29 GMT

i installed Vyzex editor pocket pod to get new patch downloads and everytime i try to open it, it says that i need to put in a company and serial number and i am not quite sure on what it means

can you help me

from Michael

Dead amp

support@line6.com — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 21:25:03 GMT

Hopefully I did this right so Line 6 support will see it..Thanks Fester2k for the quick response..... I'll try again....Brand new Spider valve 212.....standby on.....wait two minutes...power...so ready to rock...not a peep..tried going direct into the power section nada.....tubes are lit but not "glowing" still nothing..tried A- D nothing....the tuner works great...but kind of defeats thepurpose if the amp doesn't work.... Not really impressed so far.......HELP!!!

M13 Best Order of Effects

support@line6.com — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:48:41 GMT

I have been experimenting around with different ordering of my effects - I typically use delay, drive (or possible second delay depending on song), room or hall reverb, and a compression pedal. I am trying to get as close to a "Edge" (U2) sound as possible. Just curious the exact order others have success in using.

Second part of this question...

I know that the columns of pedals are marked: 1 2 3 4

Does that mean that what fx you are using under one is the first effect that your guitar signal is being put through?

Floor POD Plus category in CustomTone

support@line6.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 20:06:41 GMT

Hello,
As a Floor POD Plus owner I thought to myself whether I can download any tones and use them on the POD so I decided to look for some information and I realized that I have to plug my POD to the PC with MIDI so I needed a MIDI interface. Therefore, I bought one for 300 NIS(New Israeli Sheqels) which are about 75$ and I was very disappointed to discover the CustomTone Library has no seprate library for the Floor POD Plus and therefore this kind of POD users have to use the POD 2.0 and Pocket POD files which don't sound exactly the same they sound on the POD they were build it and it makes it very hard finding good tones that works with the Floor POD Plus.

I will thank you alot if you will work this issue out and make it easier for Floor POD Plus users get good CustomTones.

Much appreciated,
Dvir.

M13 on this recording

support@line6.com — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 12:57:32 GMT

Hi guys!! If you want to check this out, m13 at work. I used the m13 extensively on this record:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9BoP2A8pZc

The main riff is:

Gibson Les Paul > M13 Fuzz Face patch (default setting but a bit of treble added) > Mesa Boogie clean

The solo at 1:53 is also m13. I tweaked the time parameter on the Digital Delay to get some crazy sounds. I added the opto tremolo here and there to spice it up. And at the end of the solo, I used the Synth String + pitch parameter tweaking to get that ascending sound. All the solo was recorded live and on the fly, no protooled, and no expression pedal, I dit it by hand.

Hope you like it!!!

BTW: I am the guy playing bass in the video, and the band is Crimentales from Spain

spider jam packaging arrangement

support@line6.com — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 17:29:13 GMT

Hello everybody!

Please tell me what is line6 spider jam packaging arrangement?

I've bought it from dealer and have ony power cable. No even instruction.

Should they pack it with other cables/sd-cards?

Variax 500 sunburst SN/21MSR125030730110

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:33:09 GMT

Hi I bought this 500 off Ebay a few years ago and am unable to register it because I expect the previous owner still has it registered. I do not have his contact information so please reset so I can get my Variax workbench to work.

Thanks

David

UID - Bluewing

email: dcmatley@gmail.com

Pocket Pod not syncing with Vyzex

support@line6.com — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 10:26:22 GMT

I am having issues with my pocket pod syncing with the Vyzex software. It will sync for about 15 seconds and then disconnect. Do you know what may be causing this?

Installation Problems

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:33:19 GMT

I have had 2 problems:

1. The following error message appears at install: "The system extension " / system / Library / Extensions / Line6Audio.kext" was installed improperly and cannot be used. Contact the product vendor for an update" I have attempted instal 4 times with the same result

2 The software does not detect the hardware. When the USB is connected a message appears: "You need to restart your computer hold down the power button.." On restarting the computer and reconnecting the USB the message is repeated.

Variax600 bad noise with tremolo

support@line6.com — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 21:40:43 GMT

Hello there

Just got me a Variax 600 in excellent condition. Only problem is that when i use the tremolo the guitar starts making all kinds of noises. Not the kind a regular trem produces but almost like the noise that comes when one plugs in a cable with volume and amp already powered on. In other words it sounds as "bad connection".

Doesn't matter if I use a regular cable or RJ45-type (with my XTL). I'll try to attach a soundfile.

Any ideas how to fix it or where the problem lies?

I also got a 300 where the A and D strings are silent at first but comes alive after a while. I see that there are others with the same problem.

Any ideas?

Many regards

Olle

(Sweden)

Necesito los drivers del PODxt Live.

support@line6.com — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 09:28:53 GMT

Hola,

Llevo un par de semanas intentando bajarme los drivers de la PODxt Live de la página de line6 y no funciona.

Tengo el cubase y los necesito para hacer funcionar la pedalera con el PC.

Por favor, indíquenme como puedo conseguirlos.

Un saludo.

better starting point when fx is turned on

support@line6.com — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 05:43:07 GMT

I requested this feature and I was wondering if anyone feeled like this would be handy for ie. precise use of the tremolo.

If you turn a effect on right now, it starts at a random point of volume. With this new feature you would be able to get the tremolo exactly in time at the right point of the beat.

problem downloading 'Free' POD Farm plugin.

support@line6.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 02:46:02 GMT

Well, here I go again. With the same problem/question. Here's a statement, copy and pasted from your website.
"To take advantage of this great opportunity all you need is an Internet connection and an iLok USB Smart Key or a compatible Line 6 product*.:
I have an internet connection and an iLok Smart Key! I also have Digital Performer which uses AU plugins. Again... how do I obtain the, and here again I copy and pasted from your website:
"Limited time! Line 6 is giving away POD Farm™, the premium tone plug-in – a $99 value! Get the tones you need for pro-sounding recordings. For FREE!" All I apparently need is, again, an internet connection and an iLok Smart Key. I have both! So, why can't I download my "FREE" POD farm plug in?! I appear to meet the requirements. (Read above) Looking forward to your reply! Thank You.

Closest Dunlop Crybaby patch

support@line6.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:36:08 GMT

Can anyone point me in the right direction to which one of the wahs patches is the closest approximation of the original dunlop crybaby wah?

pod xt pro 4 buttons innoperante

support@line6.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:11:41 GMT

hi all

i have a little problem with my pod

i have installed the lastest versions of the firware and all is upgraded

but the 4 buttons under the screne are innoperante i cant use those buttons, it's very very .......

POD X3 Live button not working

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 20:28:57 GMT

I fairly recently (within the past year) purchased a POD X3 Live. After only a couple of months of very gentle (bedroom -- not stage) use, the "bank down" button quit working. It clicks, but doesn't register.

I'm a fairly decent tinkerer -- is this a common problem that I can jump in there and fix without voiding any warranties? Or would I be better served trying to get it fixed? What's the warranty cover?

Thanks!

My serial number was registered...

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:43:07 GMT

Hi,I have a POD XT Live,and I found my serial number registered already.I lost my purchase receipt,but I have a servicing receipt.Anyone can help me with this issue??

Spider IV backup - question or suggestion

support@line6.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:21:17 GMT

I suspect the answer to this is "No", but is there a way to backup User settings from the Spider IV (via an FBV presumably)?

If not, can someone take that as a suggestion for enhancement.

Hopefully I'll never need it, but just in case.

why was my thread closed?

support@line6.com — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:55:57 GMT

Line 6 support please reply to my latest question considering the activation of Riffworks; please tell me how I can instruct the new owner so he remoes the license key from the Pod Live XT. Please see the thread. Cheers Marcel

Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard compatibility

support@line6.com — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 14:35:34 GMT

Hello,

I had a quick question about the compatibility of PODFarm, GearBox, the Line6 drivers for TonePorts etc. with the upcoming version of Mac OS X, Snow Leopard. Are they (especially the kernel extensions, if there are) already compatible? If not, when?

Thanks,
Francesco K.

Windows 7 laptop

support@line6.com — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:16:58 GMT

Hi.

I have a Toneport KB 37, a variax acoustic 700 and workbench. I've bought a laptop in the summer to use as a dedicated homestudio. It had Windows Vista on it, the KB37 worked fine but the recording software was plagued with problems due to Vista's clumsiness. I gave up and waited for Windows 7 which promised to be better. It seems it is but I'm guessing I don't have the right drivers for Windows 7 and i can't seem to find them on your website.

Have I missed them?

Thanks

John

Podfarm crashes Protools when a novation nocturn connected

support@line6.com — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 21:47:28 GMT

I'm experiencing a problem involving :

Protools HD 8.0CS3
Novation Nocturn with automap (updated to 3.1 : no changes)
Podfarm RTAS plug in (both using Line6 hardware and their version for Ilok)

it's quite simple : podfarm is crashing Protools when nocturn is connected. it is not enough to remove podfarm from the mapped plugins, nocturn has to be unplugged.

i originally bought a UX1, so i tried the Ilok platinum version to check for a usb conflict problem, but nothing changed.

nocturn is working ok with every other plugin including ampfarm and podfarm is working ok as long as nocturn is unplugged.

i can't do without podfarm, and it's quite upsetting to do not even give my nocturn a try...

somewhat realted to http://line6.com/community/message/1322#1322 wich is still pending

any idea ?

thank you

regards

Jaïr

Direct out volume

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:37:40 GMT

Hi all,

I am thinking of switching from my Flextone III to the new Spider Valve MKII but have some last questions about the Spiders Direct out:

Does the master volume of the SV mkII affect the direct out volume? I liked the fact that I could adjust the Flextone's volume on stage without affecting the direct out signal send to the PA.
The Flextone has a Direct out level pot. I don't find this on the Spider Valve mkII pictures. Is the Direct out level adjustable other than adjusting all the preset levels seperately?

Thanks,

Roel.

Wah sound

support@line6.com — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 21:54:18 GMT

How can i get this "voodoo style wha" and "Octave up pitch" sound you have when i look at sounds you show. I don´t have it in my Spider Jam. Can i download it??

http://http://line6.com/spideriv/sounds75.html

X3 Live Pod Farm Activation

support@line6.com — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 09:59:42 GMT

I have an x3 live and Line 6 Monkey tells me that Pod farm is availible but needs to be activated. When I try activate it asks for a lisence key. When I try find a lisence key I am told that there are no lisence keys availible for the x3 live as pod farm is bundled with it. How do I activate Pod farm and riff works for that matter? Same problem applies.

Thanks

Toneport DI - Gold vs iLok, How can I select which license to use

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:48:28 GMT

I own 3 PodFarm licenses (1xUx2, 1xTonport Gold, 1xiLok)

So the ilok version is the basic version, which i got when it was free, cause the toneport gold is annoying the hell out of me when traveling. Sadly I can't transfer my model packages to the ilok license.

But there's the horrible part: At home I have the toneport gold plugged in AND my ilok (due other licenses I need).

If I run PODFarm standalone I can get all my models (Gold). As soon as load the podfarm plugin in logic 9, it lists the iLok as authorized device. If I unplug the ilok it switches the DI-Gold, but as soon as I plug the ilok back in, it authorises of the ilok. (which reduces the number of amp models to min set)

So I need the ilok plugged for other purposes , but I still wanna use all the models.

How do I force the plug-in to the authorize of the dI-gold and let the ilok license in piece???

It is not helping if the pod farm plugin is automatically choosing the smallest license!

Or can I trade my basic ilok podfarm for ilok platinum and on the same token downgrade my DI-GOLD to silver - basically swap them ??

Guitar Port USB audio interface problems

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:54:06 GMT

After years of trouble free use have just bought a new laptop but can't get Guitar Port working properly on it - loads of crackle, not much guitar.

The problem seems to be with the USB connection. In the Guitar Port control console the USB audio interface light is flashing, which it doesn't do on the old laptop. I have had both laptops running swaping the USB cable between them and the old one still works perfectly.

Any help appreciated.

spider 3 vs valve

support@line6.com — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 07:00:07 GMT

i have spider 3 is the valve worth the upgrade to spend all the money again

regarding free pod offer

support@line6.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 23:06:20 GMT

I presssed Generate then refreshed the webpage and now it says I have reached limit of the item and cannot get past that screen. Can you please sort this for me?

Thanks!

POD X3 Live - Scrolling through presets by itself

support@line6.com — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 07:21:47 GMT

I just recently got my POD X3 back from repairs now everytime I'm playing a song the pod just scrolls through all the presets and keeps on going over and over again eg:

1A 2A 3A 4A etc etc

How do I fix this problem?

I am trying to register my spider111 15

support@line6.com — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:50:00 GMT

they said to many #

KB37 / hp laptop / vista tale of woe

support@line6.com — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 10:43:05 GMT

Hi.....

im unsure if this is the appropriate channel for communicating any problems im having with my line6 gear, but i couldnt

find a direct link for submitting a support ticket - hope its ok to contact you directly!!

My story is a sad one....my old laptop got stolen and I replaced it with a hewlett packard 6735s, which has the following spec:

Processor: AMD Turion X2 Dual-Core Mobile Processor RM-70 (2.0 GHz, 1 MB L2 cache)

Memory: 1 GB 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM

Hard Drive: 160 GB 5400 rpm SATA II

OS: Windows Vista

old laptop was a similar spec, but ran with XP as the OS.

i have a KB37 using ASIO drivers with Cockos Reaper as my recording/sequencing software and had a bundle of vst(i) plugins. I use usb 2.0 for connecting the devices, dont use a hub.

with my old laptop, i had no problems, everything worked great, the laptop was optimised for the KB37 and i could record away to my hearts content. Happy days.....

Not so with my new laptop. i have terrible white noise, clicks and pops and its rendered my kb37 pretty much useless. i followed the advise about optimising my new laptop for vista (switching off all the aesthetic stuff, using the kb37 as my default soundcard, installed asio4all etc) none of which has worked.

i also get the same noise issues using gearbox with my guitar plugged directly into the kb37.

is there any magical fixes which you are aware of that i may have overlooked? i tried looking for driver/software updates and line monkey says i need to update my usb firmware but i cant find a link? i also read on one of the forums that HP laptops are incompatible with some line6 products?

if anyone could help in any way it would be very much appreciated as right now ive ran out of ideas. let me know if you require any further info.

Thanks, Cal

Volume drop on just a preset button of my DL-4

support@line6.com — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:28:58 GMT

Hi all

I'm just enjoying my new DL-4.

However, I found that any delay that I save on preset A will noticeably drop my volume when engaged.

That won't happen even if the exact same configuration is saved on presets B or C. The volume drop is specially noticeable if distortion is on.

I'm using alternate bypass, and a original Line 6 power adapter.

Any clues on what may be wrong?

Thanx a lot!

clubacana

Volume issues through poweramp in

support@line6.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 03:16:29 GMT

When I hook up my Pod X3 Live to the power amp in of my combo amp, even when using line level, the sound is significantly (unacceptably) quieter than when I go through the guitar input. Does this mean that I need to add an external preamp before or after the pod to use this input?

GuitarPort models not working in Record

support@line6.com — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 18:44:28 GMT

I have a GuitarPort (with Bass Expansion and FX Junkie) that is licensed and working great with Gear Box. (Note I also have updated the most recent version of Line6 Monkey as well) I also just purchased Propellerhead Record, which is working fine on its own. My problem is that I can't get my tones from my GuitarPort/GearBox to work within Record. When I open Record, I get an error message saying Line6 Models could not be added because my "hardware isn't updated for use with Record yet." I am then prompted to go to http://line6.com/phrecord/ and follow instructions. However, that site simply says I need to click "Activate Features" within Line6 Monkey to activate GuitarPort to work with Record - and I have no "Activate Features" button in Line6 Monkey - there is an "Activate Purchase" button, but when I click that it asks me for my "license code." (Note that within Line6 Monkey, Record does not have a green button next to it, despite the fact that I have purchased and registered it) Where do I get that license code? I've tried my "License Number" and "Registration Code" that came with Record, but neither works.

Please tell me where to get my "license code" to 'activate my purchase' of Record in Line6 Monkey.

Thanks,

Paul

M9 Expression Pedal Issues

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:20:14 GMT

The beauty of this beast is how you can program the expression pedal to control multiple paramters. This is why the delay modeler was such a hit with me. However; I can't seem to get the expression assignments to save. In fact when I turn the unit back on, not only does the M9 not remember my heal and toe settings it won't even recongnize the expression pedal is there. I found (while on the gig) I could go into the setup and turn the expression pedal assignments off and back on again and it would start working, but not with what I programmed it to do- I have to reprogram on the fly.

Now its song 3 of the set. Everything is working, although not exactly as I programmed it too, and I have to tune. By the way, I love the fact this thing has a built in tuner. After using the tuner, the expression pedal is not working again and I gave up trying to use the expression pedal.

So am I missing something? Pleae tell me this is not a bug.

Do I need to be in a different save mode? Its currently set to the default.

thanks

stolen ilok

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:18:00 GMT

Hi guys,

I am in the great position of having my ilok stolen. It was stolen from my laptop bag at Malga airport which security would not allow through, because of two kensington laptop padlocks!, therefore I had to put the bag back through check in. When I arrived back in the UK, my bag had been gone through, cash gone and my usb drives (including my ilok) were missing/stolen.

I have generated an rma number with ilok (RMA tracking ID is SI1395674).

I am therefore asking if you can upload replacement licences to my ilok account: bigearsaudio.

I have attached all the relevant plugin details.

Thanks for your help,

I have 7 days left on my temporary licences, so your quick response would be greatly appreciated.

Yours in anticipation,

Bruce Pont

XLR Out and Live Out at the same time?

support@line6.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:56:32 GMT

Hello,

is it possible to plug my X3L both on my studio monitors using XLR cables and on my guitar amp using Live out jack?

If yes, then will the sound when playing come out from both the monitors and the amp and will the master volume knob enable me to increase and decrease the output level?

Thanks

bolenti

Variax 600 Problem

support@line6.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:03:16 GMT

I have a variax 600 which is connected to a XT Live unit. Most of the time the system is stable, but what has started to happen of late is the variax rguitar andom switches guitar sounds and tunings. This is restored as soon as a reselect the guitar patch from the XT Live.

Firmware Question

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:19:01 GMT

I have never upgraded my spider jam. Do I have to install the v2.07 firmware before I install the v2.09?

Variax Workbench fails at startup

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:18:38 GMT

Variax Workbench v.1.58 fails after start (message: "Could not find Java runtime"). Followed by: "Could not init JINILoader"!

Java 1.6.0_17 is allready installed on my system and works! If I need Java 1.5 (like Workbench tells me during the installation), I dont find it (Please send me a WORKING Link, the link from the installation procedure is dead!)

I hope you can help me - many Thanks!

Possibility of effects unit blowing amp?

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:04:24 GMT

I use the M13 with my Mesa Boogie Dual Rec, I was recording and I wanted to record some feedback for ambient noise tracks, so I switched on a delay and a reverb on the effects unit. For a second it was feeding back nicely, with the decay and mix controls turned up quite high on both effects, but it began to build and build, louder and louder (feedback loop?) until I had to hit the effects off. Instantly after my amp was noisy as hell, humming very loudly and making scratchy noises when I adjusted the knobs on the front of my amp. I hit the standby button off/on and there is a THUMP that is ridiculously loud coming from the speaker. I know for certain this isn't a speaker issue, it's either my amp (which has been sent in and diagnosed before when I experienced the same problem, they replaced my loaded power tube board because the screen capacitors were fried...but by what? After that it worked fine) or my effects pedal having some weird issue and loading my amp down when I use too much delay and reverb at the same time. On a timeline basis, there is a correlation because this never has happened before I owned the M13, and since I've had it this is the second time this has happened. When it does happen, it blows the loaded power tube board, the screen caps, the power tubes, and the diodes. Add to that the price for it to have the parts replaced at $100 an hour, the cost of parts, and the cost of shipping...it's a small fortune. I can't afford it this time, and I'm really frustrated. Ideas or suggestions? I'd be very greatful if a Line 6 tech employee would join in on this little discussion.

Calibrate FBV Express MKII with Spider III 75 amp

support@line6.com — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 23:25:17 GMT

My FBV Express pedal does not control volume or Wah. It will switch between the two fine, but moving the pedal has not effect. I tried to calibrate with this method:

FBV Express

1) Unplug the RJ45 cable from your FBV EXPRESS

2) Move the expression pedal all the way to the toe down position

3) Hold down the A and D switches

4) Plug in your RJ45 with the switches still depressed and hold this for 10 seconds (you will see the LED go blank)

5) Move the expression pedal to the heel position and then all the way forward to the toe.

6) Shift all of your weight to the toe position (you will want to stand up) until the WAH light switches on.

7) Wait 10 seconds and click back to VOL. Your FBV EXPRESS is now calibrated.

But on step 4, the LED never goes blank. Are these compatible? I am doing something wrong?

Regards,

John Jones

Toneport DI-G Latency Issues

support@line6.com — Sat, 30 May 2009 23:45:31 GMT

I received my Less than a year ago, like 10 months ago from musicians friends because it was in clearance for 99.99. The toneport Latency was great with my laptop, having it on the second tick mark to flawlessly proccess my guitar, with absolute no latency at all, even with recording, my guitar signal would be picked up and sent through all my software with no issue at all. Starting maybe 3 months ago, I noticed i started to get pops here and there after a software update, fine i said shoving it off so i would slide the buffer to the right to deal with the pops. Unfortunately now, two weeks ago a set the slider to the extreme far right for the largest buffer, and now i get pops and clicks every other 5 notes on my guitar while doing a scale run, and i get clicks every other 2 seconds having it set as my soundcard for my windows media player to the point where i don't use the toneport at all. There is no pattern at all with the clicks, it is steady for 5 secs, then it goes into click, audio 2 secs, click, audio 1 sec, click. I only used the toneport to record maybe 10 songs, and that was in the first two months i had it. I used the toneport to play my music through using the WMP all the time though, and now i can't use it at all with the clicks and what not. There has gotta be someone there to help me, my cpu usage is always like at 2% with a great system. I don't even care about latency recording issues, the toneport itself is having latency issues and proccessing sound. Some1 please help, sucks because this truly sounds like a hardware issue with my toneport. I've tried updating, reinstalling gearbox to the newest version and even going back to the installation cd to see if it would work and I am still getting Latency issues. The Installation CD is vers 3.0.

I run Windows Xp Sp.2, with a Intel Duo Core 1.83 Ghz proccessor. The only problem with my computer is that it doesn't want to instal Windows networks frame 1.0 or 1.1, i forget, but i have all the rest, would that be the issue, but i don't understand how the Latency has just gotten worse, and worse, and worse overtime. It is the most frustrating thing, to have something you enjoy, than slowly crap out on you overtime. Please help.

I need the footswitch POD 2.0

support@line6.com — Wed, 06 May 2009 18:25:15 GMT

I own a POD 2.0. I need the footswitch but i can´t find it anywhere. I live in Monterrey, Mexico. ¿any ideas? thanx

Bass pod pro

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:26:05 GMT

My unit recently began to cut out signal. It looks like it is re-booting almost, and then the sound will come back temporarily and it all starts over again. Is there a battery for this unit that might cause it to freak out like this??? If so, where can I get a replacement and find instruction on how to change it?

No analog output from GuitarPort

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:37:59 GMT

My GuitarPort (controlled with GearBox) stopped passing audio out of the headphone and RCA analog output ports. Input works. I can see the input meters working. The guitar tuner works. I can also record successfully into SONAR. But no analog output. I have the GuitarPort knob cranked clockwise. GearBox's "Out To Hardware" is also cranked to the max. See attached file for my GearBox settings.

update usb firmware pod xt from 1.01 without MIDI USB interface?

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:20:15 GMT

Hello

I have a pod xt and want to use it for things like reamping. I'm working on a macbookpro snow leopard. I can't connect the pod via USB, I have an error message on the preference panel. The gearbox tells me to update the usb firmware, but I can't do that with line6 monkey because ot the version of the firmware that does'nt allow to update with usb!

I found this workaround but I don't want to spend money just to update the firmware. Is there another way to get my pod xt working on snowleopard?

Q: My unit cannot update via USB, and I have Flash Memory 1.01. How do I update from Flash Memory 1.01 to a newer version?

A: First, verify if you have 1.01. Please hit the TUNER button and scroll using the SELECT knob to the last page. If you have a version later than 1.01, you can use your USB connection.

In order to update your PodXt from version 1.01 to the latest version, you will need to download Line 6 monkey (as described above) as well as a MIDI to USB interface. We recommend the MIDI SPORT UNO from M-AUDIO. Install the drivers for your interface, then run LINE 6 MONKEY with your POD XT unit connected to your interface. Click on the CONNECT USING MIDI CABLES button, and make sure that you see the MIDI IN and MIDI OUTS set to your interface. Then go through the FLASH MEMORY installation as described above. After this is done, you will be able to update your PODxt series unit using USB. See the following link for more information on connecting to your Line 6 unit via Midi:

Expression Pedal Calibration?

support@line6.com — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:48:10 GMT

I couldn't find this in the manual, but is there some way to calibrate an expression pedal? The reason I ask is that there is an area on toe up where nothing happens. What I mean is, if I have a wah and put the toe up and set the position to the lowest and highest for toe down I can put the toe up and the position goes to the lowest setting. But, when I start going toward toe down, there is some pedal travel before it starts registering the position change. Once it does, it is smooth, but the initial gap is enough to notice. Is this normal?

Workbench USB adapter and MIDI Time out and other issues

support@line6.com — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 02:38:20 GMT

Hello. Just received the workbench USB adapter, downloaded the latest Monkey and Workbench. Updated the firmware on my Variax 600. I'm using a macbook pro running 10.5.8. All seems well until I try to sync. I get a MIDI Time out alert box with no other text except a continue button. So I tried to download an earlier version of the software. If I try again I get this:

An exception was caught.

cmn.l6java.patch.L6PatchManager$DeviceNotConnectedException: null

App info: Variax Workbench 1.51 release - build 88 - Fri Oct 27 14:30:59 PDT 2006

Date: 10/25/09 10:27 PM

In thread: L6Thread - 'Sync Device - task' - started at line6editbase.app.L6EditorApp.StartDeviceTask - line 2082

OS: Mac OS X (10.5.8 i386)

Java VM Version: 1.5.0_20

Stack trace:

cmn.l6java.patch.L6PatchManager$DeviceNotConnectedException

at cmn.l6java.patch.L6PatchManager.AcquireDevice(L6PatchManager.java:658)

at cmn.l6java.patch.L6PatchManager.BeginSendPatchBlock_Sync(L6PatchManager.java:663)

at cmn.l6java.patch.L6PatchManager.BeginPatchBlockSend(L6PatchManager.java:631)

at cmn.l6java.patch.L6PatchManager.Synchronize(L6PatchManager.java:589)

at cmn.l6java.patch.L6PatchManager.Synchronize_Write(L6PatchManager.java:566)

at line6editbase.app.L6EditorApp$SyncDeviceTask.DoTask(L6EditorApp.java:2203)

at line6editbase.app.L6EditorApp$DeviceTask.Task(L6EditorApp.java:1993)

at cmn.l6java.core.L6MonitoredTask$TaskThread.Run(L6MonitoredTask.java:113)

at cmn.l6java.core.L6Thread.run(L6Thread.java:158)

Any thoughts pretty please? I've tried all three USB ports.

Thanks!!

Unable to Download Java Runtime Environment

support@line6.com — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:18:36 GMT

I just re-installed Line 6 Edit on my new PC and I get the error message 'Unable to download Java Runtime Environment' Can you help?

Greg

Gearbox Conflict

support@line6.com — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 01:41:21 GMT

I have an Imac and I have just installed their Final Cut video program. It will not launch and the error message states that there is a plug-in conflict "Loading Audio Filters Line 6: Gearbox L6TWXG Plug-in".

I have Pod Farm as well, but that is not mentioned in the error message. Can anyone help me with this?

Thanks! John

Guitarport Subscription not activated

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:23:13 GMT

I renewed my Online guitar port subscription. Finally want to use it. But when I try guitar port I get an error my account is not activated?

POD X3 LiveをPOD　Farmで利用する方法

support@line6.com — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 13:25:28 GMT

POD Formを使いたいのですが、「No Hardware Found」となってしまいます。

教えていただけませんでしょうか？

GPO Annual Sub

support@line6.com — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:26:08 GMT

Hi, I recently looked at my credit card bill and found i had been billed for a year of GPO the only thing i remember i bought the plug in and GPO deal you had last year and for some reason you have automatically billed me for another year which i didnt want, Please could you look at this and possibly refund my money as times are hard at the moment

Cheers

Gavin

Reordering FX's

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:25:49 GMT

I'm new to the M13.... FX's are copied to a new location, but is there an easy way to exchange FX's? (ie. exchange settings in FX Unit 1 with setttings in FX Unit 3).

This would allow reordering of FX's without using a temporary FX spot. For example, to exchange FX1-A with FX3-A, you would have to copy FX3-A to a temporary spot such as FX1-C, then copy FX1-A to FX3-A, and finally copy FX1-C to FX1-A. A simple exchange command would accomplish this in one step.

XT Live need unregistered

support@line6.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:16:42 GMT

I've purchased one on Ebay, it is on the way to me. The seller cannot unregister the unit. I spoke with tech support last week and was told if I provide my PayPal proof of purchase, having you unregister it so I can register in my name will be no problem.

Can you please open a support ticket for me?

kslawdawg

POD XT Mount

support@line6.com — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:43:39 GMT

I recently bought myself a POD Mount, one of these:

https://www.globalfulfillment.net/gfsnet/line6/10Expand.aspx?ProductCode=98%20POD%20MOUNT

Whilst I love the product in theory, in practise the rubberized pins that push into the holes on the POD don't seem quite big enough. There is a bit of friction when you push them in, but if I pick the POD up without supporting the Mount, the Mount instantly falls away under its own weight. I presumed the rubber pins would fit more snuggly than this so that the POD would be a little more securely attached to the Mount. So I wondered what your opinion is on this and - if you think it sounds faulty - whether I might be able to get four more rubber pins to try out with the Mount?

Also, I understand that you can use screws to attach the POD to the Mount. Should the Mount have come with some screws (mine didn't), or is it up to us to source them? If it is up to us, do you have any details about what type of screws need to be used - in terms of diameter, and more importantly length (I don't want to use screws which are too long and end up interfering with or breaking the PCB or electronics inside).

I would really appreciate any help on this

Many thanks

Max

Spider Jam Listings

support@line6.com — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 21:27:09 GMT

Is there a printed list of the songs, drums and jams available on the Spider Jam?

No Sound: Toneport DI-G

support@line6.com — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 19:33:00 GMT

Hello,

I have recently purchased a new Toneport DI-Gold. The program opens up and installs just fine, but when I proceed to plug in my guitar (which works on other amplifiers), I hear no sound. My guitar cord is brand new as well. I have installed all the latest drivers for the program, and done every update Line6 Monkey has to offer. I have checked to make sure that the USB drives are functional, as well as making sure the gearbox is using the sound card on my laptop for playback. My gear is registered, I have looked at threads for help, I have extensively read the PDF (though I may have missed something), and I am out of ideas. I have checked everything I can think of: my sound works, my headphones (should I choose to use them) work, and everything seems completely functional with the toneport. I am even considering setting it as my default speaker and buying a headphone adapter (size 1/4 inch) so I can plug into the toneport and listen directly from there. However, I don't want to have to do that.

I also feel it is important to let you know that the GearBox indeed detects my guitar: When I strum a note, it shows up on the meter, as well as on the tuner.

After running a compatibility check, everything passes but:

- the chipset (it says I may have limited privelages, but I doubt that means no sound)

- My processor, Intel(R) DuoCore P6800 @ 2.4GHz (I read from one of your support threads that I need not put too much weight on what the monkey says)

- Drive DMA mode (Apparently mine is in PIO, but I don't know how to change it. Perhaps the problem?)

I may be able to take into a different room and use it with a desktop for troubleshooting's sake, but it cannot stay there.

I am using a 2 month old dell laptop, with 32-bit version of vista.

Thanks,

Steve

Oh man guys, Rich here and I am excited...

support@line6.com — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 09:52:30 GMT

The next update for M13 is gonna be huge!!! I have seem some of the things (of course can't say anything) that will be in there and wow, wow, wow....

It is looking like it will be early fallish, so a monthish later than I was thinking, but this one will be worth the wait..

It will be because of your input and I thank you.

Technical question about Bender in new Vetta II software update.

support@line6.com — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:31:44 GMT

I downloaded and installed the latest Vetta II software, but the new pitch bender won't work. I went into the foot control and turn pedal 1 to bender, but I get nothing. I step on the pedal to turn it on and it doesn't do anything.

POD Farm Plugin Audio Cuts In/Out When I Edit- But Works Otherwise???

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:13:38 GMT

I have a registered POD XT Live, which I use (as a dongle, effectively) with the basic POD Farm, which was a free download in September. When I instantiate the plugin inside Cubase (4.52), all is well. The sound is fine and works as it should.

THE PROBLEM: When I open the POD Farm Plugin GUI to change an amp tone, or otherwise edit the sound, I get audio dropouts lasting several seconds at a whack, interspersed with an occasional (brief) bit of sound. It makes editing the tone virtually impossible. Once I close the GUI, the plugin works fine again.

THE SYSTEM: It's a Quad Core AMD 2.8 w 4 gigs of RAM. I have Guitar Rig 3 and a few other amp sims that work perfectly at the 256 buffer setting I use. The size of the project doesn't matter, I get this problem even if it's the only track in the project.I also have a UAD Duo and Liquid Mix, which both operate without issues. Bottom line is that the system is brutally powerful and this is the only glitch. I have uninstalled/reinstalled the POD Farm, as well as all of the other drivers.

I would really appreciate a fix for this, as I'm very pleased with the sound of the POD Farm and would like to be able to rely on it. As it sits, it's worthless. Please help.

It's definitely fall here in the Northeast...

support@line6.com — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 18:42:07 GMT

The trees are getting red and yellow and the windows have to be closed at night. I've had to wear long sleeves recently and there has been football on my television every weekend...

Yep... Sounds exactly like fall to me...

Even got some pumpkins in the garden...

Wink Wink... Nudge Nudge...

A cool feature I just discovered

support@line6.com — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 18:15:33 GMT

I was playing through my rig a little over lunch, and I discovered something that I don't recall reading about before. Forgive me if this has been mentioned before. I might just be out of the loop.

Anyway, I knew that when you were in latch scene mode and you pressed the button for the scene you were in, it bypasses all the effects. What I didn't know was that if you hit the "scenes" button after bypassing the effects (while the LED for the scene you're in is blinking), it takes you back into that scene, and you can choose whatever effects will be on or off when you hit the "scenes" button again and hit the button for the scene you're in. This kind of allows you to have scenes within scenes. I could see that this would be very useful for certain songs where you have a part that dry between parts with different effects. It will save some tap dancing to be sure.

I just thought I'd share.

E-prom chip for pod

support@line6.com — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 23:52:47 GMT

I called and requested an updated e-prom chip for my pod. Any idea on how long before it ships?

how can i get a manual inspanish of my toneport ux1

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:45:29 GMT

i need information in spanish for my toneport ux1,i use cubase thank

UX2 Tone Port with Pod Farm and Logic 9.01

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:44:47 GMT

I have a couple issues with the UX2 on my Imac.

Monkey tells me that i have all the current drivers etc.

1) Although it works for the most part,

When opening Pod Farm as a stand alone, I always have to choose the UX2 if I start Pod Farm where it used to be able to find it.

2) If possible, How can i get the UX2 to record two inputs at the same time, on seperate tracks in logic 9 ?

for example: Mic 1 and Inst 1 (Gear box seemed to offer this, although I never tried it)

3) Is it possible yet to choose the UX2 inputs within the logic as the host app?

Thanks, Todd

.jam file availability

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:40:14 GMT

Does anyone know of website where .jam files can be shared/downloaded?

Bad Model Select Switch on used variax 300???

support@line6.com — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 18:07:26 GMT

Ok, I had thought that my Variax 300 (bought recently on eBay) was all changed around preset-wise, but after borrowing a Workbench setup, and re-flashing it several times, I'm realizing that the rotary model swich is going up from Custom 2 to Reso to Acoustic to Jazzbox to Semi to (sometimes) Chime and next back to Custom 2. I can't get it to any of the higher settings. The switch will move and click in, but the guitar stays in Custom 2. If I shake the switch, I can get it to go into a higfher bank, but it won't stay there. I can use Workbench to move Strat ot Tele models, for example, to the Custom 2 bank, but this shouldn't be a permanent switch. Can the rotary model select switch be sprayed out?? Has anyone heard of this before??? Help??!!!!! Thanx!! JP

Vetta Issues!!!!

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:47:10 GMT

I just won a Vetta head with issues on eBay and I do not have it yet nor have I paid for it. I'm hoping not much of a problem to fix....I got it cheap, I was not expecting it to sell that low. Here are his words direct from eBay........it turns on...lights up...all menus..knobs work.....the cab has a speaker thump like its gonna work when you turn it on...but nothing comes out.....if you go out the line outs you can hear it..and record direct...but i cannot get the amped outs to work....i may be doing something wrong..it may be broken...either way im thru with messing with it....i have reinstalled software 3 times on it with no luck..im over it......cosmetically it is in great condition..not perfect...but really good...it has not been gigged with ..only studio use.

I'm thinking the external speakers are turned off since he was using it to record and for got to turn them back on. Will external speakers not work if they are turned off? Could there possibly be another problem going on here? Not too much invested so far so if it's a few hundred dollars to fix it, I'm not that concerned, I would think that if something major was wrong the direct outs would not work either.

Any info would be greatly appreciated. Please email me directly at ggrinolds@hotmail.com

Thanks!

Bass POD XT Live expansion order

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:47:55 GMT

How long fromt the tme I place my order for the bass pod expansion update till monkie sees the update?

-Steve

Transfering from stolen device? Please help

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:20:02 GMT

Hi all, i have big trouble here trying to transfer my gear box plugin from a pod xt that i had to my actual pod x3...

Following license transfer instructions as you may know its necessary to connect first the device were the license was installed and here is when it comes my problem, this device sadly enought was stolen from me so i have not any way to connect it now to transfer gear box plugin to my actual pod x3 device, is there any other way to do this? I know x3 has its pod farm but i liked that gear box plugin and since i bought it i would really love to be able to use it yet...

Can anybody help please?

Thanks and best regards,

Alex

Intermittant problem with AX2 losing power. Ideas??

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:42:52 GMT

Hey line 6 fans and techies,

I have a problem with my AX2 212 I have had for several years now. Haven't used it since it died in 2005, but it's been sitting in the basement waiting for me to get it fixed. Yeah, I have been procrastinating for quite some time, and have since had several amp/cab setups. I just would like to get it going for a practice amp here in the basement.

Here is how the problem started.....One day at practice, I went to turn the amp on and a bunch of funky stuff was on the amps display, as well as the floorboard. No matter what I did, nothing changed. Tried hitting footswitches, turn knobs, turn off and on again, and same result. Tried hard reset, and still nothing. Then after being on for awhile, both displays will shut off completely. I would shut off and turn back on again, and still no power on display. Leave it sit for several days, and it will power up and I can play through it for about 1 minute before it dies again. Seems like a cold solder joint, or something funky in the board? I have no idea where to start checking it. Obviously it is temperature related, since once it warms up, it shuts down. Anyone have any ideas? I have a line 6 service center about an hour and a half away, but I'm not even sure if they work on amps this old still. This thing is from the late 90's, and probably considered obsolete to fellow line 6 users. Or maybe not? Any advice or ideas are greatly appreciated. I will probably end up sending it to the service center, but I'd like to figure it out for myself with some tests. Maybe using a heat gun, and some of that aerosol spray that freezes, to see if I can get the problem to come and go that way. Thanks in advance!

-Jason

Including the X3 live in different signal chains

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:26:11 GMT

So I've been trying to figure out some different setups for the X3 Live..What I want to know is how could I used the X3 for basically just delays, phasers, flange, and thats really it...I would use external stompboxs for distortion and overdrive (ie a TS-9 or Sparkle Drive)...then I would want those tones to come out of my amp (let's say a Vox AC-15)..to be more clear I would want this signal chain: guitar, delays (X3), overdrives, amp....or how could I do guitar overdrives, X3, amp..just some questions about setups hope you can help thanks.

Pocket Pod not updating correctly?

support@line6.com — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 22:48:35 GMT

I updated my Vyzex Editor software to the latest version 1.17, but when I start up Pocket Pod when it's not hooked to the computer (windows xp pro sp3), it shows Version 1.0 in the display when starting. Shouldn't it say the same 1.17, or is this something different? If this is correct, are there are any updates to the 1.0 Pocket Pod version?

thx in advance

the dave

iLok License

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:04:24 GMT

Hello-

When I purchased my X3 Live, I was told that I would eventually be able to get a free iLok license for Pod Farm. I've had it over a year now and haven't been able to find a way to get the iLok license deposited to my account. Any help would be most appreciated as the X3 does not work well with my Logic / 002 rig.

Thanks-

Chris Arias

Atlanta, GA

404-964-6231

ASIO Driver works but is not recognized..

support@line6.com — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 10:57:09 GMT

Hi,

when using my POD X3 with reaper as a plug-in everything works but the ASIO panel shows the driver as inactive. Anyone an idea what might be the problem? When running Reaper with POD Farm the driver should be presented as active and there should be configuration possibilities which I don't have right now. Maybe there are more userse with this problem?

Antoher question: when recording dry tone and then re-amping, how many tracks can I re-amp at one time? I understand that the POD is doing the actual processing, so I imagine that I can re-amp one track at a time with dual tone or two with single tones? Or am I missing something here?

Thnx for reading, Rinze

Downloading 2.09 update on a mac

support@line6.com — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 11:20:34 GMT

I downloaded the update and get the following message when I click the downloaded icon:

Unable to determine file format"

The file "/Users/philharrison/Desktop/JM4/fw.bin" does not appear to be compressed or encoded. It is advised that you obtain further information about the contents of this file from the sender or provider of the file.

Mac osx10.4.11

Any ideas please?

Syn+The+Si+Zer and PK Effects

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:18:52 GMT

Hi,

I just want to introduce my website and my second effect.

The website is www.pkeffects.com. You will find there all the information about the effects I develloped and the ones I will release soon.

My new effect is called Syn+The+Si+Zer. It's an additive synthesizer.

I designed a custom pitch and amplitude detector with its own personnality. Then the information is used by four controlable waveform generators to create the final sound.

I post a youtube video presenting the wide tonal range it can delivers on my website.

PsiKTrOn.

Drivers for Vista

support@line6.com — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:35:34 GMT

I bought a 600 and variax workbench. I have vista so the software that came with it wouldn't work. I got everything except the drivers to download from your site. Every time I try to download the driver it still doesn't see my usb connection. Any Ideas?

A request for the tech support people

support@line6.com — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 20:43:49 GMT

Hi,

http://line6.com/community/thread/1705

Making a new thread for this as required for you to notice this and to get things running again. So, how do you plan to get on with this?

Again, please ask me any stuff you need to know... I hope we can get this sorted out.

Error Messages

support@line6.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 22:05:29 GMT

I keep getting an error message appearing every time i try to install the new firmware/Flash memory for my POD X3 Bean. what do i do?

i have installed all the necessary drivers and have tried numerous times changing which port it is plugged into and whether or not it is in safe mode. i have only had it four days and it was working fine up until the device firmware / Flash memory needed to be updated.

What do i do to install the device properly so that everything is up to date as every time i have tried it comes up with an error mesage saying that the connection has timed out

please help if you can

POD Studio UX2 drivers - ASIO vs WDM question

support@line6.com — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 18:15:05 GMT

I recently purchaced my first Line 6 product, the POD Studio UX2. My current recording set-up includes: a Dell running XP (SP2) / M-Audio Delta 1010 / Sonar 5. I have spent many hours over the last few days trying to get everthing working together and my question is about UX2 drivers.

Here is a description of what I have figured out so far:

When I have the driver mode in Sonar set to ASIO I can enable the drivers for 1 sound card at a time. As a result I can use either the Delta 1010 OR the UX2 but not at the same time. In this configuration (i.e., the UX2 using ASIO drivers) the UX2 will record with a bit depth of 24 and it supports a sample rate of 48000hz.

When I have the driver mode in Sonar set to WDM, I can enable both the Delta 1010 AND the UX2 but when I do this, the whole project is reset to a sample rate of 44100Hz.

My question is this:

Do the WDM drivers for the for the UX2 support a sample rate of 44100Hz? I am assuming they do and I am just missing something obvious.

Thanks in advance for any help,

Dave

POD X3 Live Volume Pedal Issues

support@line6.com — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 03:27:28 GMT

Hello,

I've had my X3 Live for a couple months, but have just recently had the time to play with it.

For the last few days my volume pedal keeps malfunctioning. One minute it is working just fine, and then it stops working.

I've tried recalibrating the pedal, but that works like a slot machine ... every so often it gets it working again.

Then after playing for a while it goes out again. It's really frustrating, especially since the pedal is brand new.

Any word of advice?

Thanks

FBV MKII doesn't control Volume?

support@line6.com — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 04:22:44 GMT

I just got a FBV MKII shortboard and hooked it up to control Gearbox. I loaded the provided Gearbox profile into the FBV Control application. The control pedal when lit up to control volume controls the Delay Mix parameter not the volume. I have check the Gearboc MIDI CC document and the right CC message is selected (7). Wah and other stuff works as it should. Is this a bug or am I doing something wrong?

"Cannot lock to input" message although I am connected by S/PDIF

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 02:32:45 GMT

I am trying to connect to my MOTU traveler interface via S/PDIF, but can't seem to get any input signal to it. Under the I/O & Dig select menu I chose to match S/PDIF in, but when I press it twice for the "what are you connecting to?" screen, it does not let me choose anything other than studio direct, and there is no option for fx loop or digout. Dest is all that appears but I can't change it. My MOTU interface appears to be set up and working properly. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

i cannot register x3 live

support@line6.com — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 04:20:16 GMT

dear sir

as same as a past. i bougth a secondhand pod x3 live. i cannot register this serial number. befor i perchase one i ask a sellor for this problem and tole him to cancel his regiteration. he sold his friend x3 live. he do not known what his friend did it.

my name is Mr. Narin Thongseubsai , live in Thailand, i have been register pod xt live

Product	Serial #	Date Purchased	Date Registered
PODxt Live	xxxxx	2/2/08	2/18/08

please help me again.

i apologize you if this annoy you.

best regard,

Narin

ToneCore-based bit crusher

support@line6.com — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:13:17 GMT

Hi all,

We just released our first ToneCore-based guitar pedal. It's a bit crusher:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7wScDC_D0s

I used the ToneCore DDK in Parallels on a MacBook Pro. Prototyped the algorithms using a combination of Octave, C++, and straight 56K assembly. We ended up with 1276 words of program code after stripping out nops to save space (and accepting the pipeline stalls, of course). For the labels, we have a guy who does thermal printing on flexible plastic. Overall the project went very smoothly and we'd like to thank Line 6 for providing this open platform. (It was also fun getting back to 56K assembly, which I haven't done since college 15 years ago.)

We weren't sure how people would react to a third party ToneCore module, but we've had some very positive feedback so far.

USB hub..??????

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:20:41 GMT

HI..I want to use a USB hub...ONLY for dongle value...No need for audio drivers from L6...This should be totally OK..Correct ?? JON

Permanently saving a custom tone to my Pocket Pod

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:56:40 GMT

I just got a Pocket Pod. I hooked up the unit with the USB cable and it is functioning through the software.

What numbers are the empty presets in a new pocketpod and how do I permanently save a custom tone that I like to one of those presets. I assume that I would want to be saving the custom tone to an empty preset?

Thank you!!!

Pod X3 display has gone blank

support@line6.com — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 13:33:41 GMT

After a period of months not using my X3, I tried it today and 2 strange things occured:

(1) the unit did not work at all with the Line6 power supply;

(2) when I tried it with another compatible power supply, it powered up but the display was blank (i.e. just a lit orange box, no words)

Reading a few other posts I am not the first person to have this problem, but I can't see that anyones fixed it? I have tried booting in safe mode and resetting to factory settings, but the unit does not seem to be accepting commands

Help please!

Is there a video anywhere that shows how to navigate the buttons on my pocket pod

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:01:53 GMT

Is there any documentation or better yet, any video that better shows how to navigate the buttons and knobs on my pocket pod. The instruction book doesnt explain how to navigate it clearly enough for me.

Thanks for any help

GearBox 3.7

support@line6.com — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 15:57:47 GMT

I have had GearBox on this computer. I have downloaded the GearBox v3.70 installer from Line 6, but when I attempt to run it the installation stops after I click next on the release window. I uninstalled the GearBox that was on the computer.

MIDI Mobilizer for Apple IPhone and IPod announced

support@line6.com — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 07:37:14 GMT

Line 6, Inc. and D'Addario announced today at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference the development of the MIDI Mobilizer™, a portable Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) device, and Planet Waves Rig Remote™ iPhone software for use with Apple iPhone and IPod touch® using OS 3.0.

Read the complete info so far here

http://www.vettaville.nl/news.php#941

FBV Shortboard Operating Instructions

support@line6.com — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 22:37:01 GMT

Hi,

HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have a Flextone III and have just bought the FBV Shortboard MKII controller.

Can you send me the operating instructions as the only ones I can find are for the old Shortboard.

Cheers

Mick

Podfarm and Gearbox crash after latest driver install.

support@line6.com — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 05:44:37 GMT

Not only do they crash but they completly lock up my system to the point where I can't tell them to force quit and I can restart through finder (I have to hold down the power button!!)

My system:

Mac Pro 2 X 2 GHz Dual-Core Intel Xeon

4 GB 667 MHz DDR2 FB-DIMM

OS: 10.5.8

When I launch gearbox it craps out when it says "initialising DSP"

When I launch podfarm it just sits there then pin wheel of doom.

I hate to be the bear of bad news but your software is by far the buggiest out of anything on my system, I can't even use the plug in versions of either of these because they are so un reliable.

Loren

Low E and A volume and fuzzy

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:12:42 GMT

Hi I have a variax 500 and my low e and a strings vol is real low and fuze compared to the other strings reflashed firmware did not help will I need to change out the piezo and will line 6 send them to me there is no service center near me. will the x-bridge piezo fit in the variax saddles?

Display has solid black bar on top line and shows Tone2 name below it.

support@line6.com — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:32:11 GMT

I just updated my firmware to the latest version. Fixed an issue where I couldn't toggle between Tone1 and Tone2. But now I have new problems.

When editing, I've found that sometimes when I click stompbox (or engage the Wah, or mod, or delay) the Tone2 light turns off and the display shows black bar on top line and still shows Tone2 name. So I see the name for Tone2, but it seems I might be actually in Tone1 (or neither). Where the name for Tone1 would be, it's just all blacked out.

At that point engaging or disengaging any of the effects (stompbox/mod/delay) doesn't seem to do anything. I have to either switch to another patch, or toggle Tone1/Tone2 back and forth to get back.

It's getting very frustrating when trying to edit patches because of this glitch. It did not used to do this before the update.

It's also begun to change screens sometimes while I'm editing. I read in another post a suggestion to move all pots and park them, which is good advice for minor corrosion and buildup on the pots. But I didn't have this problem at all before the update, and now it's happening a lot.

I'm afraid that it seems I've traded one problem for two other problems.

Any help, or ideas, or ways to fix these problems?

Thanks in advance.

phil

POD X3 Live through a Spider Valve 212

support@line6.com — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:45:39 GMT

hi everyone,

looking for your help and opinions.

when using a pod x3 live, is it best to go through a PA system?

i only use it at home and do not have a pa system.

i notice that it sounds much better through headphones

than it does going through my spider valve 212 amp.

i've been using it direct into my audio inputs for recording,

but i have not used it at all for just jamming with friends

because i cannot easily get good tones going through

my amp. - do i have to bypass the cabinet modeling?

does anyone here use the x3 through a guitar amp?

thank you.

Spider Valve and Mesa Boogie comparison?

support@line6.com — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:09:08 GMT

I've always wanted to see a video or soundclips comparing some of the modeled amps to the SV... Like, put the SV next to a Mesa Boogie, dial up the Mesa Boogie and dial the SV as close as possible. Anyone seen a video like this? Can anyone make a video like this?

Does the valve HD100 sound get better then louder it is?

support@line6.com — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 08:25:15 GMT

Hey. Recently I got my Spider Valve HD100 and matching cab. It is amazing. It has so much diversity but I am still lost in finding good tones! I recently got into a metal band with my friends and It will be my first time playing with a drummer with an actual tube amp (i had a 15w spider III before) and I hope to turn the volume up to keep up with the drummer. I have a few questions. I noticed while playing through my 15w spider III I get a nice sound for a song (Waking the Demon by Bullet for my valentine) but when I try to copy the sound on my valve It just doesnt sound the same (probably due to more bass and mid etc.) I'm wondering if I turn the amp louder to keep up with a drummer if I can get a better sound. I'm very happy with this amp but I hope I can get a better distortion by raising the volume (I don't want pedals yet, besides a better noise gate) Tone searching is seriously hard work, at least for me. I love BFMV and if anyone knows a good tone to get for them please share.

P.S. I'm using the amp right now at Neighborhood volume, so very very low in a garage.

Line 6 Toneport UX1 Makes Noise and Pops

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 18:46:40 GMT

Hello,

I´ve been using my UX1 with an Intel-based laptop running WXP Sp3 and it worked perfectly for the last months. One month ago, I got an HP TX2000 series laptop (AMD Turion X2, Ati Radeon 3200, 2gb RAM) running Vista and my UX1 just can´t seem to work. I´ve updated everything to the latest drivers, tried disabling Wireless, Onboard Soundcard and everything that has been sugested in this forum, but nothing seems to work. When I change buffer sizes I get some difference (some sounds I play in the guitar are recognizable) but it´s still no good. Is there any known issue with Toneport UX1 and Vista or AMD?

connecting bogner alchemist head to SV 212

support@line6.com — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:13:41 GMT

Hi there. This might be a stupid question though. My friend has this bogner alchemist head and im wondering if i could plug it into "power amp in" on the back of SV 212?? Will i damaged something?

Reason is because i dont have budget to get that alchemist 2x12 cab yet

Hoping for guidance here. Thanks a lot!

UX2 right output is louder than left

support@line6.com — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 19:43:06 GMT

I bought my UX2 last November and have been using it happily ever since, but today I came to do some work on a song I'm mixing and suddenly the right speaker sounds way louder than the left. I checked the speakers but they seemed fine; I then swapped the cables in the left and right outputs (so the left speaker was now connected to the right output, and vice versa), and sure enough the left speaker was now way louder.

It's as if there's a balance control somewhere that's been thrown over to the right accidentally, but I can't find it, either on the UX2 itself or anywhere in software. It's connected to my MacBook, and I've checked the balance in System Preferences for the UX2 -- that's set to dead centre, exactly where it should be.

Is there a secret balance control that I've somehow knocked? If so, where is it? If not, how do I fix this?

Thanks,

-Eido

UX2 putting out crackling sound & audio dropping out

support@line6.com — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 03:40:21 GMT

When I plug my headphones into my UX2 all I get is loud crackling and popping. The sound of the guitar is faint by comparison, even at high volume, and the sound of the guitar is dropping in and out, almost like a really bad tremelo effect. I've never had this problem before in the year or so that i've had the UX2. I didn't drop it or anything like that either so it's surprising that it would quit like this

Audio Glitches with Toneport UX2 on windows vista home premium

support@line6.com — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:50:08 GMT

Hi,

although i have set up my toneport ux2 as instructed by the manuals on my new laptop that runs the 32bit version of windows vista home premium i'm suffering from audible pops and glitches when using gearbox. I've updated everyhing to do with the toneport and have cut background windows activities to the minimum.

Any advice on how to get rid of this? Anyone else suffer from it too?

I have more than enough ram (3gb).....it's just sooooo flipping annoying especially as i can't use the toneport for recording at the moment!!!

Regards

Philiscariot

M13 system freeze/reboot?

support@line6.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 17:16:07 GMT

I recently bought an M13 and absolutely love it. It's been working fantastic until recently when it has started to give me problems. I'll have it turned on anywhere from 2-15 minutes when the lights and displays on the board will begin to flicker, the tap tempo indicator light freezes up and then the until will shut itself down and reboot by itself. It will do this anywhere from 2-4 times and then it will quit working all together. The power adapter is still good, no knicks or anything in the line and the tip still fits snug into the plug. I was thinking this might be a power supply problem but I'm not sure. I'm at a bit of a loss as to what could be causing this. Any suggestions or do i just need to break down and send it back for repair?

Line6 Pod X3 Live recording ... how??

support@line6.com — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:01:13 GMT

Hi,

Currently my setup is like this:

Guitar: Fender American Stratocaster plugged into the "Guitar In" slot.

Amp: Fender Blues Junior (only has 1 jack input). This one is plugged into the "Live Out - Right" mono.

My computer setup is running Vista 64bit atm. but im having some troubles recording. I've tried RiffWorks Line 6 Edition.

It registers my sound (i can see the bars moving up and down when i play). But when i try to playback afterwards nothing comes out.

Gearbox works fine to tweak the sounds etc. So no problem there.

I've installed Line6 Monkey and PODFarm as well.

Is anyone aware of a free tool that will allow me to record my own tracks using the effects from the X3 Live and tell me how i should set it up.

Thanks in advance.

add ons on 2 pcs ?

support@line6.com — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 18:44:35 GMT

hi all i have a toneport kb 37 with gear box i want to buy add ons but the pc i use is not conected to the internet .The question is can i purchace the add ons on my laptop and use them on another pc thanx

mike.

Riffworks still not working...

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:17:17 GMT

OK I did what needed to be done. Deleted, downloaded, and reinstalled. Now when I try to save any changes I get this error.

Runtime error...

Program...Works\Riffworks line6 edition.exe

This application has requested the runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.

Please contact the applications support.

I also deleted and reinstalled Gearbox. Now some of the tones that came with it are gone as well.

I was able to find missing drum sessions. All previous recordings are safe.

It seems I am stuk in a bind...

Cant Register KB37, does model pack license prevent this?

support@line6.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 19:13:05 GMT

I bought a Toneport KB37 on ebay. When I run Monkey it checks the reg then connects OK. I tried to register it and it says its already registered. I contacted the previous owner who supplied me with his username and password. I checked and there are no products registered to him. There are however 3 model packs registered to the KB37, still in his account. These are present on the hardware. Is this license preventing me from registering the KB37? If I transfer this license, will it disappear into the line 6 server never to be seen again, and I'm left with a piece of hardware I can't register minus the 3 model packs? I can leave it as it is, but will I be able to add more upgrades? Any assistance welcome. Thank you.

Problems with Pod 2.0

support@line6.com — Sat, 02 May 2009 02:26:01 GMT

I'm having troubles with my POD 2.0. For the past month or so it's been humming loudly. I've checked all the cables, my other pedals, and played with different amps and guitars in different places but it stays just as loud. It doesn't make a difference if the noise gate is on or if I'm on a clean or distorted channel. Could it be a hardware issue, in which case how/where would I get it fixed? How can I find out if it's the power supply and how could I replace that?

I'm going to try reseting it, but I'd like to back up my tones first. Is this the best cable to use: M-Audio USB Midisport Uno MIDI Interface?

Thanks,

Tyler

Want to change My username

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:16:45 GMT

Hi Folks,

When I was registering My Line6 gear a while back, I was in a rush and having an irrational day, and decided to opt for the username "cunto". Looking back on this, it is somewhat of a regrettable piece of on the spot thinking.

I tried to change it from the personal details page but it came back as "Error:286". Is there any way I can change this?

Cheers

Brian

New Pod Studio UX2 - Unable to access model packs from old Toneport UX2.

support@line6.com — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:32:41 GMT

6 months ago my Toneport UX2 died. It was sent off for repair/replacement and I have just received a replacement POD Studio UX2.

Unfortunately now I can't access, (or transfer the license keys for), the model packs that were installed on my old device.

I no longer have the old Toneport, so what do I have to do to transfer the license keys?

Need Software for POD 2.0

support@line6.com — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 16:35:50 GMT

Hello,

I recently bought a used (but still new this year) POD 2.0. Because it was used, it didn't come with any drivers or software and I can't download them from the software downloads page. Please send me a download link for the drivers and POD Farm software.

Thanks!

Settings for the sound of The Shadows (Hank Marvin)

support@line6.com — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 17:47:58 GMT

Hi,

I have a Spider 3 75W and for the life of me I am unable to get the right settings in order to play some of my favourite sounds by the UK group The Shadows.

Can anyone help as I'm tearing my hair out?

Can't activate my Pod Farm Platinum

support@line6.com — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:03:50 GMT

Hello I just got the package with pod farm platinum that I bought.When I in Line 6 monkey press

activate purchase and type in my Pod Farm Activation Code. I get this:"Transaction failed. Reason: 0xff from Server - Not Found. If you have popup blockers, anti-spyware, or anti-virus programs running, try temporali disabling them.

I have tried to disable my avast. Still doesn't work.What to do?Thanks

asio client none

support@line6.com — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:03:00 GMT

I opened an older file in cubase although the setup was the same as now except for a new proccesor and motherboard. No sound. When I checked my asio client it had changed to asio multimedia driver from toneport asio. I checked my gearbox settings and asio client came up as "none." I don't know how to get my line 6 asio driver back. Please help. Thank you.

I'm just curious... Has anyone ever seen the X3L clip light?

support@line6.com — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 19:07:18 GMT

i have a really high gain patch in my X3L... and I'm sure I can hear a slight digital clipping going on... but my clip light doesn't come on...

so i know that there's certain FX's setups in my XT that used to sound like that and not show a clip light, whereas others would show the clip light... but the problem i have is that even if I turn up all the vol and gain knobs on an amp and stomp I can't get the clip light to show on my X3L.

I'm assuming it's broken, but does anyone know of an FX/amp combination on their X3 that will always get teh clip light on so I can test... I have high gain pickups in all my guitars so I have the power to clip... so to speak, lol

Cheers

Rowbi

I renewed

support@line6.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 02:52:20 GMT

keeps telling me when i load a track..i'm no longer subscribed kinda anooying

Pocket Pod and Vyzex Editor

support@line6.com — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 18:56:49 GMT

I'm working with the pocket pod Vyzex editor, and can't figure out how to change the name of the patch at the very top of the screen (right under "the ultimate tone for mobile guitarists"). The documentation says that all you have to do is click on a sound in the channel bank (right under where it says pocket POD), and it should appear there, but it doesn't. USB and all appears to be working fine. I can't quite figure out which sound I'm working on, if it doesn't show up at the top.

Can you help?

Thanks,

Maggie Clement

mail@maggieclement.com

Support for C development?

support@line6.com — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:11:35 GMT

So where are we with this situation? Since there is no FreeScale rep here it's difficult to ask them so we need Line6 to step up here.

I can only assume that we all agree on an fully working dev-environment (even if asm works). What does Line6 use for their development?

Backing up tones onto PC HD 150 Head:

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:39:28 GMT

Is there a way to back up tones you've created on the Spider IV HD 150 head onto your computer?

Thanks!

Shaun

Presence MOD - C7 (.1uf capacitor change)

support@line6.com — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 18:30:48 GMT

I've been successful in taming the highs on my SV112. I simply replaced the C7, .1uf capacitor with .02uf.

You can also use .022, .033, or .047 depending on your taste. Please note that higher the capacitor value, the harsher the treble will get. To my ears, .02uf is just perfect. My SV now sounds more like a Bogner Alchemist which is alot smoother than an SV.

Before I could not dial the Presence knob past 12o'clock. Now I could go all the way up without overcoloring the highs.

Please be warned: The voltages in there are lethal that's enough to kill you! Consult an electronics expert if you're not sure what to do.

Second-hand XT Live Registration

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:32:44 GMT

Hi,

I bought a PODxt Live second-hand but I cannot register it as it has been registered previously. I cannot get in touch with the person who originally registered it. (The guy I bought it off got it second-hand himself and it had already been registered by then). I would really appreciate some help with this. Thanks.

Regards,

Eoin

Error in Monkey with TonePort UX8

support@line6.com — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 02:51:30 GMT

I purchased a toneport UX8 in early august of this year, and it doesn't work with my garageband. I installed Monkey and Gearbox, and while trying to connect to my device in Monkey, I ran into a message that is exactly as follows:

"IMPORTANT!: The TonePort UX8 you are connecting to is not valid Line 6 hardware.

Please inform Line 6 Customer Support about this message to receive further instructions."

As you may have guessed, I am extremely frustrated that there is not a customer support phone line that I can reach IMMEDIATELY.

Please help me, somebody.

Many Thanks,

Ben Davidson

Sound cut off when using X3 Live connected by USB

support@line6.com — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 22:01:22 GMT

i'm connecting my line6 POD X3 Live by USB on a laptop with Windows Vista, i've installed all the updates that were needed (except GearBox) and many times the sound is cut off, per example, when i'm doing a drumtrack (acoustica beatcraft) the sound often cuts off, leaving only the sound of my guitar, i have to turn off and on the x3 to get the sound back, but it just cuts off again and again...

Getting rid of FX loop humming

support@line6.com — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:08:45 GMT

I know this has been talked about a lot, and I know what I'm going to say isn't anything new, but I thought I would make a new thread just so it's easier to find.

I recently got a new amp - the Egnater Renegade head to be exact. When using the 4-cable method, I had hum coming from the effects loop that wasn't completely horrible, although it was noticeable. Enough so that I thought that it would be picked up by a mic during silent parts of a set. You never want to be "that guy" with the noisy guitar rig...

Anyway, I picked up on of these, the Behringer HD400, based on reading a thread here, and it works great. I plug both the send and return in, and the hum is gone for the most part. The only way I hear any additional hum is if I completely crank the amp, which I would never really do, and at that point, you're bound to have a little extra noise anyway.

One note of caution - I noticed in the reviews of this that some people were complaining that it doesn't get rid of hum from pickups or other noise from your rig. That's not unexpected, as that sort of humming is not caused by a ground loop, but rather from your pickups (or pedal power supplies) picking of RF/EMF interference. This device is essentially two small isolation transformers that will break a ground loop, so that's why it works well in an FX loop application.

spillover in m13 "mode latch scenes" ?? is possible? urgent help friends!

support@line6.com — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:13:54 GMT

Hello, I use the M13 latch scenes and so I encounter a problem, ask for help!

I have my scenes ready, but when I change from scene to another scene the audio is cut, the delay and reberb! is not ringing. (spillover latch mode) is possible?

no way to prevent this happening and when a scene changes from scene to scene mode latch? not cut the delay for example. thanks

reberb sounding delay and effects, thanks!

Please help!! No signal or level from Toneport UX2

support@line6.com — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 02:44:26 GMT

I'm running two SM 57s through the mic inputs on the toneport, and into my Macbook pro via USB. The computer sees the toneport, but the toneport doesn't seem to register any signal (the "level" meters on the unit do not move, and the software (garageband) also doesn't show any signal coming through. I have updated the drivers and the firmware to the latest versions.

Thanks in advance!

X3 Live - Saving a single tone from Pod to computer

support@line6.com — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 18:53:46 GMT

Is there a way to save from Pod to computer one tone at a time instead of using the 'batch save' with Monkey? I know how to put single tones on the Pod from the computer, but haven't figured out how to save single tones back from the Pod to the computer. Thanks.

Ableton Live lite 4 limitations

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:20:12 GMT

Planning on purchasing Studio UX2

The box includes Ableton Live lite 4 and I have a few question about this.

Once the 4 tracks have been utilised can I save as an MP3 or WAVE?

CAn this saved file then be reopened as a single track? Why format can I save projects in?

I'm not looking to be the next Phil Spector, I just wanna know if I can play around with multi tracks.

M13, SVMKII HD, FBV together

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:09:38 GMT

Ok so I have a question here, I am wanting to go all out Line 6 with my rig but I need more than just the effects that the Spider Valve head will give me. I was looking at the M13 in conjunction I know both can work off of Midi control wich would help since I can switch effetcs on and off via midi CC's, but in looking at the new FBV and its tweek-ability can some one tell me would the rig work like this....

I would love to get the SV head, the M13, FBV MKII and be able to use the FBV to do all of my switching, amp channels, turn f/x on and off on botht the amp and the M13 and maybe even throw in the mix a expression pedal so I can do wah and maybe the whammy functions and this way only have to run a cat5 cable out front instead of 2 intrument cables, a power and a Midi cable.... any one try a set up like this yet?

UX1 constantly crackeling

support@line6.com — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 05:45:27 GMT

Hi, i have just purchased a POD Studio UX-1 and from day 1 it's had a constant crackeling when i open the POD farm. I took the specs sheet to the computer guy when i bought it ( new ) so i don't think it's a compatability issue. I have downloaded all the software upgrades, and the store where i got it from have no idea. It's been 3 months now and i'm itching to use it! My computer is a Hp running Windows Vista Home Premium, AMD Turion X2 Dual-Core Mobile RM-70, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3450.

Sound Diver doesn't find POD

support@line6.com — Wed, 06 May 2009 16:42:52 GMT

Have POD and did the eprom upgrade some time ago. Today I went to connect with Sound Diver but SD can't find POD. Downloaded and installed SD 3 but still doesn't work. SD 3 said: POD was on port II but that port ll no longer exists! Now I'm in hell. Any ideas anyone?

View Spider IV preset settings

support@line6.com — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 13:26:21 GMT

On my Spider IV 75, is there a way to view what settings a preset has? The closest way I can find is to start to change a control knob but then you don't know what the orginal position or FX of it was.

Thanks

Spider IV 150 bad breakup at low input (crackling)

support@line6.com — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:44:48 GMT

Am noticing when the volume is turned down on the guitar, the Spider IV sound tends to break-up annoyingly (crackling). Sounds the same through the speakers or headphones. Is there a way to set up the amp to keep that from happening, so I can use the guitar volume for volume & tone? I tried using the volume pedal; there was none of the annoying breakup but the sound doesn't have the same swelling tone and it's a lot harder for me to adjust between rythm & lead using the pedal. The guitar is a 1970's Strat. Spider rel. 1.04.

Registration Transfer Flextone III-Help Please

support@line6.com — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:54:47 GMT

I need to change the registration details for a FLextone III, purchased from a licensed 2nd Hand dealer, please create a support ticket

Message was edited by: kr0n0s

Vista 64 bit / KB37 pop and crackling issues

support@line6.com — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 21:20:08 GMT

Hello all,

I have the exact problem the cal was having, i just installed vista 64 on my computer. My kb37 worked fine on xp but i keep getting pops and crackeling while listening to audio in vista. I tried the amd filter driver, disabling the indexing service, and connecting to my usb powered hub. No solutions worked, When I connected the kb37 to my Hub, the speakers almost sounded like a heartbeat and almost like the device was turning off and on.

Please Help!!!!

Thanks

M13 Pro status

support@line6.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 12:36:20 GMT

Is there something in the works? How it is going?

Any estimated timetable? 3 years, 2 years, 1 year, next month??

Any input appreciated!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PD: Loving the m13, waiting to save more than 12 patches!

LD Bass amps & FBV2 - issues - FBV4 too?

support@line6.com — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 22:13:54 GMT

Sirs - Your courtesy and willingness to help your customers is surpassed only by the tone of your amps.

I realize that the earlier LD bass amps had compatibility issues with the FBV2 footswitch. Would these

LD bass amps also have a similar issue with the FBV4 (out of production) footswitch? Just wondering.

Best regards, AL

Pod Farm keeps saying No Authorized Device ...

support@line6.com — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 21:30:28 GMT

I have the Gear Box Plugins Gold package and I'm using a Tone Port DI to run them ( I don't use it as a sound card )

I use the Tone Port UX2 for my sound card.

Mac OS 10.5.7

Logic 8.0.2

I keep getting this message..

Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't.

If I restart Logic it will work and then just the plugin will stop working at random times.

I've tried different usb ports as well.

This is a pain.

How can we fix this ?

Also all the line 6 drivers/software is up to date.

Thanks

Greg

mi pod x3 se daño

support@line6.com — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:20:55 GMT

hola como estan necesito ayuda con mi pod x3 live.. ayer cuado estaba estudiando mi pod estaba muy bien lo encendi y todo funciono bien... y hoy cuando fui ensayar de nuevo ... el pod prendio pero la pantalla kedo totalmente en amarillo no muestra ninguna grafica ., la pantalla kedo como en una especie de estatica no suena no hace nada ... tonces no se ke hacer ... necesito ayuda pronto porfavor .. para ke me respondan mi correo es jgfsnegre@hotmail.com ... gracias

Unfair comments about Variax acoustic models?

support@line6.com — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 12:53:28 GMT

I was going to post this on Rick’s thread asking for feedback on the various current models but realised that I wanted to make a different point.

I've been reading a lot of posts complaining about the Variax electric ‘acoustic’ models being unrealistic but I'm wondering if people aren’t comparing like for like. For instance, many people seem to be saying that the strat, tele models etc. are pretty realistic but they don’t like the acoustic ones. But what are they comparing the acoustic models to? If they're comparing them to hearing a good, unamplified acoustic guitar, then I don’t think that’s a fair comparison as when most people ‘play out’ with acoustics they're amplifying them in some way – piezo, under-saddle pickups etc. and then going through an amp/house PA or whatever. Compared to the majority of amplified acoustics including dedicated electro-acoustics, I think the Variax models sound much better.

I've got 2 Santa Cruz acoustics, an OM and a slope-shouldered dread. They're great guitars and not cheap. I've amplified these in many different ways over the years including Fishman and B-Band under-saddle pickups, Fishman Rare Earth Blend undersaddle with mic etc. and using top-quality dedicated acoustic amps such as AERs. None of the many (expensive) solutions I tried came that close to reproducing the sound of the unamplified guitar (the Rare Earth being the best IMO). I also used a Parker Fly Classic live – the acoustic sounds were ok, lots of punch and attack but no real subtlety and it sounded very harsh when strummed.

So now I use a Variax 700 electric and have the best electric/acoustic sounds I've ever had in 30 years of playing. Do the acoustic models sound as good as my unamplified Santa Cruzs? No, but they're better (I think a lot better) than any amplified acoustic I've used including a top-of-the-range Yamaha electro-acoustic, and that, I feel, is the fairest comparison to make.

So next time people comment on the acoustic sounds on the Variax electrics, why not compare them more fairly by comparing them with amplified, pickup-equipped acoustics?

ILok will not unlock Podfarm Platinum

support@line6.com — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:36:29 GMT

I recently bought the Platinum upgrade for my Podfarm along with an Ilok. I set upt he ilok and all of the drivers per the instructions. The ilok website shows my license and ilok to be as being setup correctly. However when I run pod farm I still only get the basic features and I can find no evidence that it even sees the ilok .

Any thoughts

Pocket Pod

support@line6.com — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:12:32 GMT

My usb cable is not working, Can I buy just the cable somewhere. Is it universal.