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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

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:

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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

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

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

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.

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.

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!!

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.

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.

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

Mk2 Videos or Audio samples?

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

Anyone got any samples/examples?

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?

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

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

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!!!

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?

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?

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.

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

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?

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

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?

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.

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?

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.

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.....

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

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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 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

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

..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..

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

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?

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?

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!

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

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 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.

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?

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.

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.

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?

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

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!

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

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.

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

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

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

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!

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

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)

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,

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!

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.

Amp for Pod X3

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:03:58 GMT

I am looking for a good amp to use with Pod X3 Live that doesn't have all kinds of effects and dials on it, seeing that the X3 has all the tones I'll ever need. I was just wondering what people are using or would recommend.

Thanks

Jeff

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.

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.

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,

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?

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?

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????

Harmonizer , Pitch Shifter on pod x3

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:29:28 GMT

Hello

ALTHO I have been a fan of line 6 for years now

( I have owned pod 2.0 , pod xt live , pod pocket , pod x3 live , pod ux 2 and i have adviced friends to use line 6 stuff ! )

Altho i think line6 is the major guitar brand of 2000'

I DESPERATELY need to know if u are going to put some damn tracking effects on pod x3

I need some harmonizer effect with my new project , so from now on , im thinking about switching to boss gear

i think boss is great but do NOT let me do this i really want to keep on using line 6 but if i have to i will switch to boss -.-

i really need to know if ur trying to implement the modulation and pitch shifter stuff on the pod x3 live

its so retarded to be in 2010 and still not have a decent harmonizer like gt3 or even better gt 8 )

keep up the good work

deepest respect

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

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.

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

Harmonizer in next update?

support@line6.com — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 02:40:03 GMT

Hi folks.

I just watched a video on the new Spider IV and it has a harmonizer/pitch shifter. Think that means its coming down the pipe for the M13 as well?

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.

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?

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.

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

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

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??

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

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.

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?

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

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?

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

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

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!

Electro-Harmonix 'Effectology'

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:09:32 GMT

Has anybody seen the EH 'Effectology' channel on YouTube or on the EH website? This is where they use pedals (their own, obviously) to produce amazing and unusual sounds (Guitars mimicing electric pianos, organs, Mellotrons, synths and even a harmonica).

I'm betting that some of the tonal whizzes on here could do the same with the M9/M13.

How about it, guys and gals!

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

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.

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).

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

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.

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

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?

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.

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!

2010 Free Update ! Models and More for M13 - YES O NO ?

support@line6.com — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:26:36 GMT

Line 6 will give us a surprise to users of m13 with a new firmware in 2010 ? A new free update! and new models and more .....

thank you! I love my m13!

m13 will change the world of pedals!

line 6 give us another new update! please

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

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.

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

My SV112 took a tumble after last night's gig

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:12:33 GMT

Hey SV forum,

I was hauling the amp on a two wheel cart last night and talking to some really appealing female when I went over a curb. The amp slipped off the cart bounced twice and landed face down.

The amps OK at least it sounds fine this morning. I'm amazed but just wanted to report this amp can take a licking and keeps on ticking.

Hey as a side note I need tubes where the best link to the best place to purchase?

I'm looking for a warm fat clean amp sound for Smooth Jazz. Can anybody recommend a replacement tube/tubes that might enhance that sound I'm looking for?

Sorry to pack so much into one post just needed to get all that off my chest.

AZ_getaway_Scott

M13 Update

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:40:00 GMT

Hello,

I just purchased the M13 Stompbox and will have to update to the newest version. I currently have Windows Vista 32 bit and was wondering if I just bought an M Audio Uno with Midi ports will I have to do buy anything else for this upgrade. I currently record with my Samplitude software along with my Asio4all driver. Everything works fine.......Do I have to download another driver? I was little confused from the instructions. Any help would be muc appreciated.........Thanks Steve

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

Linux support

support@line6.com — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 04:55:36 GMT

Hey, Guys!

Is there some project about Linux support? Drivers? Software? Tools?

Please, the Linux users need more attention, because we are now a significant part of your market!

Regards,

Felipe.

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 ??

Why Does My POD XT Live Go Mental?

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:18:30 GMT

I'm borrowing from a semi-off-topic post from a Bass Pod poster's thread here: http://line6.com/community/message/95307#95307. I have a guitar Pod XT Live with psycho gain management symptoms. While playing, the unit will spontaneously leap huge increments in volume, either upwards or downwards. I'll readjust my amp gain to compensate and then eventually, wham... off it goes to a radically different new volume setting. I'm not 100% on this, but I think I'm seeing this phenomenon more often when the unit is cold then after it has been powered on for some time.

Took it to an authorized repair shop in Wheaton, MD and after $100 and several round trips, it now seems to be a little worse.

No active electronics, just a passive Tom Anderson hollow drop-top directly into the unit. Cables are fine.

One thing I've noticed just by diddling with the thing, sometimes, immediately after one of these spontaneous gain changes, if I either (1) whack the volume pedal with my foot or (2) wiggle and reposition the "Drive" knob, the unit gain will restore to what it was just prior to the madness, but sometimes not. Last night I updated all of the unit software, reflashed the unit and calibrated the volume pedal. If I knew of any other possible remedies, I'd try them as well.

Is anyone aware of a calibration or reset procedure for all of the rotary encoders on the unit?

Because the unit is so flaky now (despite being well taken care of - no drops, etc.), I can't trust it in a live performance situation. The changes in gain are so prominent that it's disruptive to any performance. Also, like one of the other posters earlier in this thread, it's also becoming too much of a pain in the butt to practice or rehearse with. It's a shame because I am really fond of some of my home brew user patches, but I'm now afraid to use the thing.

Any deep knowledge Pod XT Live medicine men out there?

Windows 7?

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:50:32 GMT

I just bought a new computer with Windows 7 and want to download gearbox and drivers for my toneport etc but I am confused as to whether or not it will work. The website seems to be avoiding the issue.

Does this stuff work with Windows 7? What do I need to do?

Model name -> real name list

support@line6.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 23:24:05 GMT

Is there a document that matches the Line 6 model/cabinet/effect name to the corresponding real name for the X3L? I've searched this forum to no avail, pardon me if I missed it. I have found a utility that fills in the names in Gear Box, but it appears to be Windows-only and I am on a Mac.

Thanks in advance,

-Tim

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

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

Spider Valve 112 Knobs

support@line6.com — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 02:36:31 GMT

I lost a few knobs on my spider valve 112. I know Line 6 can send you new knobs that just slide on but the whole shaft for my drive knob broke off. What is the contact info for the department of the company I need to contact and what advice can anyone provide on the broken shaft for the drive knob?

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

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.

Why does my Bass Pod XT live go mental???

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:48:32 GMT

New forum and all the history dies, so I'll ask the question again.

When I use my Yamaha TRB5 through any other amp its perfect. When I use any other bass through my BOD xt Live still good. When i use my YamahaTRB5 through the BOD xt live it can be fine for 30 min and then 1/2 way through a song, the volume and trebble both go through the roof. The only way to correct it, is to unplug the input jack and then reconnect.

Any thoughts?

Organ-like sound

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:44:36 GMT

Hey all, I saw a post about Electro-Harmonix making some cool sounds of other instruments this morning. Thought I'd fool with my M13 to see what it can do.

Got a cool organ sound (because this uses the filter settings it's a one-note at a time setting):

FX1: Synth-O-Matic--- Freq: 70% / Q: 0% / Wave 1 / Pitch: 50% / Mix 100%

(FYI: the wave setting can change the type of "organ-like" sound, pitch should be 50 to equal the pitch of the guitar otherwise it is not truly the same note, if you lower the mix you can "tune" the pitch by comparing the wet and dry signals for equality)

FX2: Smart Harmony--- Maj or Min scale / Key A / +3rd shift / Mix 50%

(FYI: obviously the scale and key can be changed for your application, i like to save my harmonizers in different scales/keys to the 6 buttons in FX units 2&3 for more options in the same general sound)

FX3: Smart Harmony- repeat as for effect 2 for more key/scale options--REMEMBER only run one at a time

Otherwise you can place the chorus from FX 4 in FX3 and add a delay or reverb in the open FX4 slot

FX4: Analog Chorus--- Speed 20-30% / Depth 75% / Set to Chorus on knob4 / tone 50% / mix 100%

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

Blue screen with POD Studio UX1

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:52:45 GMT

Hi there,

Recently i'm on Windows 7 (Ultimate Version) and now I've got 'Blue screens" showing the following Stop Message :

L6UX1.SYS Address 9237B0B1 base at 9236A000, DateStamp 4a53c2b9

The first times, bluescreens appear while I was listening MP3 ine Windows media player, then in Winamp. My UX1 is my default sound material.

I had the bluescreen a few times when watching Videos on MPC Home Cinema and another time whereas I do nothing on my computer.

The message on bluescreen is always the same and showing an UX1 conflict. I think it can be an incompatibility problem with Win 7 and UX1 Driver. When I was on Wondows XP, I never had such problem.

Thank you for your help.

Intel E6600

Asus P5N 32-E SLI Plus

ATI Radeon 4870 1Go

4 Go RAM corsair.

DD maxtor 300 & 160 Go

Windows 7 intégrale.

French Version :

Bonjour,

Je suis récemment passé sous Windows 7 (version intégrale) et depuis, je rencontre un problème de type "écran bleu windows" (blue screen) m'affichant le stop message suivant : L6UX1.SYS Address 9237B0B1 base at 9236A000, DateStamp 4a53c2b9

Les premières fois le bluescreen est apparue durant l'écoute de MP3 sous Windows media player puis sous Winamp. A savoir que mon UX1 est mon périphérique audio par défaut.

J'ai rencontré le problème plusieurs fois en regardant une video avec MPC Home Cinema puis, à nouveau le même problème sans faire quoique ce soit.

L'erreure ne se produit pas intantanément et de façon aléatoire. Le message d'erreur du bluescreen étant toujours le même et indiquant le UX1 comme conflit, je soupçone un problème de compatibilité entre le Driver du UX1 et Windows 7. Je n'ai jamais eu de tels problèmes sous Windows XP.

Merci de bien vouloir m'aider à résoudre ce problème bien embettant.

Intel E6600

Asus P5N 32-E SLI Plus

ATI Radeon 4870 1Go

4 Go RAM corsair.

DD maxtor 300 & 160 Go

Windows 7 intégrale.

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

Spider lll 150 not working

support@line6.com — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 15:12:07 GMT

First it started a clipping sound, then I did the factory rest and it work for 5 minutes then the led screen has 8 bars across it and nothing else lights up or no sound. I have had this amp 2 years and it only has about 20 hours of playing time on it. I always unplugged it when not in use. I hope this can still be covered under warranty because the extra warranty expired 2 months before this problem which figures.

POD x3 pro and sonar 4 producer edition

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:41:18 GMT

Alright, here's my problem!

I've installed sonar 4 on my pc. I ca record but i have no sound while recording and no sound when i playback the recording. My sound card is a Creative SB Audigy 4.

settings in sonar 4 are the following (see attached jpg).

Can anyone help me

Question re: Tone Port to iLok transfer

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:46:47 GMT

I can't find a straight answer for this anywhere.

I have a Tone Port DI, which came with the GearBox Gold bundle. I got the free upgrade to Pod Farm (Platinum). I have other audio interfaces, so the Tone Port is just a big dongle, and I would much rather use my iLok for Pod Farm (which I use as a plugin, never standalone).

Exactly how much would it cost to transfer the PodFarm Platinum license to my iLok?

2.0 Download - "Waiting for Command"

support@line6.com — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 12:30:02 GMT

I downloaded the MIDI Ox program, and am using my Axiom 49 Keyboard as an interface. I'm able to send the update, which takes about 8-10 mins like it says. However, on the M13, even after it's finished downloading, "Flash Update Mode - Waiting For Command" stays frozen on the display (on FX Unit 1). Doesn't seem like the update is going through (I'm not seeing the new presets). Anyone experienced this?

Variax Workbench installation problem...

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:19:53 GMT

I tried installing Workbench 1.58, and during the installation, it seems that I can't automatically install Java Environment Runtime 1.50. I was hoping someone can put me on the right track to get it installed properly, as Workbench can't work without Java for obvious reasons...

I bought a podxt recently and was going to do some updates and it said it required a cd of somesort to complete the update. My podxt didn't come with a cd. Where can I get one so I can update and get some add onns?

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:50:41 GMT

I bought a podxt recently and was going to do some updates and it said it required a cd of somesort to complete the update. My podxt didn't come with a cd. Where can I get one so I can update and get some add onns?

Pod XT Live with Pod Farm

support@line6.com — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 20:33:01 GMT

I have a pod xt live and want to know if I purchase pod farm will I be able to use the model packs I have loaded on pod xt live as plugin and will I be able to transfer tones created to xt live.

I tried updating my M13

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:29:47 GMT

I tried updating my M13 a few months ago and spent an hour downloading stuff and trying to figure out what to do. Im sorry but it is way confusing. Isn't their a way to just hit download? I mean I couldn't figure it out plus I'm never comfortable downloading those programs especially because I just got a new computer. Any advice? Or simpler instructions than the ones I used. Thanks.

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?

Variax 700 will not stay in tune?

support@line6.com — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 12:18:59 GMT

Hi all,

I have a variax 700, I usually use slinky 9 / 42 strings and have my tremolo setup floating. I'm a college lecturer / recording engineer who has also set up guitars for over 20 years. The variax is a superb guitar in every way, apart from the most basic aspect........it will not stay in tune. I hope the guys at line 6 read this because it is staggering that such an amazing instrument has such a massive flaw. (the size of this massive flaw cannot be exagerated. A guitar which will not stay in tune is useless).

The problem only exists if the tremolo is set to float (the whole point of a great tremolo like the LR Baggs unit....and the whole point of buying a variax 700 as opposed to the much cheaper 300). After using the tremolo, the tuning will be raised or lowered.....it will not come back to the correct pitch....ever. If you dive bomb or even just dip the pitch of a note on any string.....on releasing the tremolo bar the guitar will be flat by up to -12 cents. If you pull back on the tremolo bar to raise a note and then release the bar, the tuning will be up to 12 cents sharp. An interesting point is if you tune the guitar and play without tremolo......perfect tuning. This means the problem is not the machine heads.

Many people on the forums have suggested to each other the following, but I think I have found the reason....and nobody is going to like the answer.

Lube the nut - This in reality is not a solution. A well crafted nut will not need lube. The 'bone' nut on the variax 700 is not bone...a synthetic bone substitute maybe, but not bone. I've seen other people describe it as chewing gum it is so soft.

File / reduce the depth of the nut - At 5 mm the string contact with the nut is too great. Using a file to reduce this contact area down to 2.5mm is a good idea.

Install a new nut - a Gibson type drop in from graphtech or an earvana nut (£35 option).

Install a set of locking machine heads - Reducing the winds on the tuning post to a half turn improves tuning stability (£60+ option).

Increase string tension - changing to a heavier set of strings eg from a set of 9s to 10s (£5 option).

Increase spring tension - making sure you use all 3 springs on the rear of the tremolo.

Cut the 'condoms' off the springs - Variax is the first guitar i have ever seen with these fitted to the springs. I would love to know why they are fitted (Health & safety?) as you cannot operate the tremolo at all with them on.

The first thing I had to do setup wise was cut the plastic 'condoms' off the springs in the tremolo as they do not allow the tremolo to operate (literally) without a horrible crunching sound and feel. I have shaped the nut.....no difference. Tried heavier strings and resetup the guitar.....no difference. I usually use a set of 9s with 2 springs on the tremolo, so i tried a set of 10s with both 2 springs and then 3 springs on the tremolo.....no diference.

The problem seems to be constant no matter what you do to fix it in the area of machine heads / nut / strings and springs. The problem lies with the electronic cables connecting the tremolo/piezos to the brain unit in the guitar. If you look at the back of the tremolo with the cover removed you will see a thin cable and a ribbon cable attached to the tremolo. These cables go around the tremolo unit and through a hole in the body of the guitar to the brain section PCB.

If you watch the back of the tremolo closely as you operate it through its full range, first one way and then the other, you will notice the unit never returns to it original position due to the resistance of the cables/electronics. The stiff cables are in contact with the tremolo.

This is a serious flaw in the design of the instrument. A smaller light weight / very flexible connection between the tremolo PCB and the Brain PCB, which stays close to the base plate of the tremolo (which moves a short distance) and out of the way of the block/springs (which move a great distance) is needed.

The result of trying to acheive tuning stability with the tremolo floating, would for the average guitarist result in an extra £100 minimum to the price of the instrument, plus around another £100 in repeated setups and fitting of parts. Only to realise it is never going to happen.

This is a major disapointment as I have been sold a product which is superb in one way (sounds) and totally useless in another (staying in tune)....It is not fit for it's purpose!

I would love a reply from line 6 on this as the 700 is a professional instrument at a price of around £1000. I think line 6 know about this problem. None of the videos demonstrating the instrument on the line 6 website have any use of the tremolo unit. It is probably the reason why the guitars come with the tremolo mounted flat against the body when you buy them.

I would also like to know the purpose of the spring condoms?.....was that a bodge to help tuning stability?....in 30 years of playing guitar and 20 years of setting them up professionally I have never....ever seen any other guitar with these things fitted to the strings.

Come on line 6 guys, have the balls to reply to the customers who have commited to buying the flawed product and time/upgrades, searching for a variax 700 that stays in tune.

Andy Smith www.myspace.com/humstrumbangtwang

New forum

support@line6.com — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 06:57:52 GMT

Well, it's all very nice and shiny but where is the weath of infomation from the previous forum??? I would hate to think it had been deleted. Is it archived somewhere?

http://www.joesjamblog.com - dedicated to Spider Jam and JM4 Looper

Gearbox PodFarm interaction errors- unsupported patch

support@line6.com — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 16:17:59 GMT

Firstly I do not understand why I have to use Gearbox to get tones in and out of my PodXT Live. Why can't PodFarm do that for me? It makes no sense not to have the functionality of PodFarm and Gearbox integrated into one application but the PodFarm standalone does not work with the PodXT Live.

Anyway, given that I do, I am having problems. If I modify a tone in the PodFarm plugin in my DAW e.g. just by adding a note, when I try to load that tone again in Gearbox (say I wanted to put the tone back onto the PodXT Live) then the tone will not load. I get the message "Unable to Load Tone. Reason: (Code 8000A009) Unsupported patch type.

I also don't understand the difference between the .gpt files that seem to come out of my PodXT Live and the l6t files that PodFarm seems to want to save

Can anyone shed any light on this and, more importantly, fix it? Currently I can find no way of modifying a tone in the PodFarm plugin on my DAW and then playing it live on the Pod

pod farm platinum activation

support@line6.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:59:41 GMT

Hi line 6

I already have Pod Ux2 studio.

I bought Pod Farm Platinum and an ilok Usb Key.

I've registrated the program on web site, i've activated the ilok license and download it in the key.

I tried to open Pod farm Platinum with ilok plugged in but the program that run it's the normal Pod farm.

I'm sure that i missed a step.

Please show me what do i have to do for activate Pod farm Platinum.

Kind regards

Stefano

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

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

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.

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.

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!

Variax Bass Pickguard Material

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:43:25 GMT

Hi,

I just love the color of the Variax Bass Pickguard and would like to have a custum one made for my Variax in the same material.

1. Is it Black Pearl or is it Silver Pearl?

2. Where would I be able to buy a blank sheat of this material?

Regards, Carlo

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!

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

ecc83s or ecc803s ????

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:23:52 GMT

hi all,im gonna change the pre amp tubes in my mk1.i was looking at the jjs.does anybody know what the difference in the two are?or what are the prefered tubes.i also have the sv pre and the bass mod,which i like alot(thanks mtrash)....anyway, just looking for some opinions by some of you more experienced dudes

thanks

Sonidos Clean...tienen distorsion.

support@line6.com — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 01:03:20 GMT

Hola como les va? soy otro feliz poseedor de un Pod X3, y tengo una duda. No logro conseguir sonidos realmente limpios, con la simulacion del Roland JC120. Me llama la atencion, probe dejar solo el amp, y la simulacion de cajas. Con el gain en 1 e igual sigue distorsionando. Sera un problema de mi pod? o alguna mala configuracion?

Probe tambien bajar el volumen de mis pickups, (EMG 81). Y el "problema" continua.

Tambien tengo el pod totalmente actualizado con el Monkey.

Espero que me puedan ayudar.

Saludos!

windows 7 compatability with podxt live, variax, workbench

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:18:22 GMT

I am looking to upgrade my computer to windows 7.

i wanted to make sure before i did if the programs to run podxt live and the workbench software are supported.

i did a search before making this ? and did not find a thread that answered my question.

I know that I can try running the programs in compatability mode, but I found a few responses saying they had problems with that also.

sorry if this is already somewhere you can just post the link to the thread for me if your a better searcher than me.

thanks

Second-hand X3 Live Registration. Need HELP!

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:37:21 GMT

I bought a PODx3 Live second-hand but I cannot register. I cannot get in touch with the person who originally registered it. I have pics with serial. What should I do?

4 method cable with a Pod X3Live

support@line6.com — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 12:33:07 GMT

Hey,

What is this 4 method cable all about?

Can I use this and still use the amp simulations on the pod?

What should I change on the output mode?

My amp has fx loop, so I know that this is possible with my amp.

What are the pros & cons?

Inblut

RMA status 11487

support@line6.com — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 12:18:48 GMT

So what do you all think of this:

I returned an acoustic 700 for warranty repair which has been in Line6 repair locally since MARCH. It is about to be JULY. It has been in the shop that entire time. Line 6 sent two unusable replacement circuit boards. I decided to ship it back to California where hopefully they could get this right.

Now they have had the item for a week, and I have not even heard back that they received the item.

RMA 11487, Fedex tracking 99011700461890, Serial # 21MAG125041202570. It was signed for by R Torres.

I'm wondering about the status of the repair -- and I find no way to email the company, only other users.... Open source community support, like this was free software.I'm going to 'mark it as a question' to alert technical support -- do you think that might help me recoup my expensive investment????

So here's my email to the community.

Line 6 sucks.

I have barely been able to use this instrument since I bought it. I am a professional player and it has quit in the middle of a performance twice. Since March, of course, its been useless. I might as well have thrown all that money in the street.

Line 6 should be ashamed of themselves for their inability to repair this item in a reasonable time period.

I am hoping that if I ever get to play this guitar again, I will feel good enough about Line6 to recommend them. Right now I would not recommend this company to my worst enemy.

Error message installing latest driver for Pod X3

support@line6.com — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 22:52:09 GMT

Getting this error message when installing the latest driver:

The system extension "/System/Library/Extensions/Line6Audio.kext" was installed improperly and cannot be used. Please try reinstalling it, or contact the product's vendor for an update.

This is on Mac OS Snow Leapard.

Thanks,

Gray

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

How to run Ipod into HD147 for playing along with?

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:54:02 GMT

Hi,

I am a new owner of the Line 6 HD147 and I was wondering if there were any suggestions on how to make an auxillary device such as an Ipod work with the HD147 in the same manner the 1/8" input does on the Spider series amps. I do not have a stereo for playback and always used the auxillary input on my old Spider III amp to play along with recordings, and I just became accustomed to this way of doing it. Any and all suggestions would be greatly appreciated on how to defeat this issue.

Thanks,

JAM

spider2 212 with no sound

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:43:58 GMT

Just picked up a used spider 2 212, when buying tried it and sounded great functioned perfectly, got it home, and it powers up, lights flash etc... but no sound. Ive tried the a channel reset thing, no help. trying the power on while holding the tap button gives it sound, but just one sound no adjustments, all the knobs all make the channel select lights move after doing this. ive exhausted the net huntin for the correct procedure but i guess im missin it, any help would be appreciated....btw the way ive tried it in several power outlets as well with no help.

TonePort UX2 - Windows 7 / 64 bit

support@line6.com — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 14:28:33 GMT

Unfortunately I could not install the latest GearBox SW for TonePort UX2 on my new Laptop with Windows 7 operating system, 64 bit Version.

When will a suitable Upgrade SW Package be available?

Thanks in advance. Wilfried

Gauge of strings for el. variax 700 to have more authentic acoustic sound

support@line6.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:19:50 GMT

Hi everybody,

first of all sorry for my English.

Few months ago I have bought a electric Variax 700. I was used to play only acoustic guitar and now I am using acoustic guitars models on my variax very often. Did somebody try to put a thicker strings for electric guitar than original 0.10 to have more authentic acoustic sound? Will be affected electric sound hardly by this type of strings? I am thinking about Fender 250H .012 .016 .024 .032 .042 .052.

Please, let me know your opinion.

Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!

Split Bridge

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:10:21 GMT

Hey i have a Variax 700 and the bridge has split between the pins, can i get a replacement part or how much is repair.

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.

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

Where can I get a full set of MIDI codes for the M13?

support@line6.com — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 12:14:28 GMT

Where can I get a full set of MIDI codes for the M13?

The advanced bok only gives codes for the stomp switches and scene selects.

What about all of the other stomp box analog adjustments?

What Midi controller can I buy off the shelf to allow editing of the pre-sets during a Live performance?

Spider valve Mk II Cabinet Modeling?

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:23:14 GMT

I'm thinking about getting the Spider Valve Mk II HD, but I won't be getting the line cab with V30's to go with the head. Does the SV mkii model cabinet sounds like many of the other line 6 products. I own (or have owned) the Flextone III XL ( which as a wonderful combo!), Vetta II, HD147, and the spider II. I hope it does not model cabs. I have had problems with the Vetta II and HD147 not sounding great with my two genz-benz g-flex cabs (even when I turn the cab models off).

Guitar Port driver error

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:18:45 GMT

Hi,

Something is wrong here. When starting Gear Box the message "Ignoring connection to GuitarPort. This device has an incompatable driver installed".

Running GuitarPort as such works, but still displays message "Please upgrade to latest version of GearBox" (allready installed).

Monkey reports driver update from 2.0.0.0 to 3.4.3.8 but after running the update (GuitarPort USB disconnected and connected as required) things doesn't change. The result is the same as above, even the Monkey report even if I just updated.

What might be wrong here?

This is the installation chain:

In bottom my original GuitarPort installation from CD version 1.12

Then the installation of Monkey 1.31

Then upgrade GuitarPort to version 2.01.1

that when opened recommended installation of

GearBox 3.70

Anything wrong with this order?

Anyhow, it all ends with a GearBox that can play files from inline but doesnt include the GuitarPort input.

Not really what I'm after.

Can you please help?

Regards

Michael

Help Please: Setting up a 'Toneport KB37' with my PC.

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:15:00 GMT

Hi, All...

I would appreciate some help in the basics of getting this setup with my PC.

Initially I want to get the software installed, so I can record from a mic & a guitar

Ive just bought a 'Toneport KB37' and it came with software: Live Lite 5 Rev:C + Gearbox V3 Rev:E

Ive downloaded the (following) only .pdf manuals, that seem to relate to the Toneport,

but they dont seem to explain what I need to do first ????

POD Studio & TonePort MIDI Setup Guide (Rev B) - English.pdf

MIDI Continuous Controller Reference (Rev E) - English.pdf

Hoping you can help.

Many thanks

UX2 Pod Farm

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:28:35 GMT

Hi,

I was wondering about installing Pod Farm 1.11.0 (L6TWXY Version 4.22.0) on 2 of my computers. If i do so, will they both allow me to authorize/use the same Studio UX2 on both of them if i activate it on both? Also, since I've already activated it/installed it on this one, but it won't run it garageband. When I open podfarm in garageband, it says no authorized device at the bottom. But the stand alone Podfarm says my Ux2 is connected. If it helps, I'm running a mac with OS X 10.4.11 on it.

Thanx.

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

Error: 10272

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:25:07 GMT

Hi.

There was a problem sending your deposit request to iLok.　　（Error: 10272)

I confirmed the address on the site of ilok.

However, the problem cannot be solved.

Please teach how to do.

I'm sorry. I can speak English only a little.

An error occurred while processing your request.

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

UX2 recording

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:16:31 GMT

I recently bouhgt an UX 2 from someone else.

I wanna record 3-4 instruments at once an than also that recording goes to seperate channels.

I didn't get the Ableton application or do I have to download this.

Thanks for answering.

R. van de Velde

Netherlands

UX1 Recording Acoustic

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:56:14 GMT

Hello,

I have recorded with my acoustic using the 1/4 inch standard input but it sounds rather electonic.. I'm not sure if it's the pickup which is a piezo or if there is a better way to record. My Strat sounds great though with no issues there.. Can I use a mic in the xlr port or can I use an acoustic directly connected using an xlr output? What type of mic would be recommended? Also I see that the UX1 does not supply phantom power can a separate power supply be used? Any info on this would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Bob

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

I tryed to activate pod farm platinum but I can't did it

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:06:19 GMT

I already have Pod studio Ux2.I bought Pod farm Platinum, I bought Ilok Usb key, I activated the program on web site, i download it on my ilok the license, I download pod farm from line6, I tried to open it with the usb key, but the pod farm that i opened was the normal pod farm. What do I have to do for pod farm platinum? Please help me!

Kind regards

Stefano from Italy

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!

POD 2.0 connection to computer = PROBLEM

support@line6.com — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:40:36 GMT

Hello !

So, i have a problem connecting my POD 2.0 to my computer. It just simply doesn't work !

When i open Line6 Edit i have absolutely no device to choose from, and when i open Line6 Monkey the POD 2.0 isn't listed...

Here's what i have tried already and the gear i'm using:

First i bought a Midi to USB cheap cable (Swissonic). It didn't work, so i sent it back and got a M-Audio Midisport UNO, which is more expensive, and should work properly.

I have tried different versions of Line6 Monkey and Edit. None of them work. I have installed both the Midisport drivers from the CD and from their website (not at the same time ofcourse) and it doesn't work.

I have tried plugging the cable with the POD turned off and turning it on on the device choice page, or doing it with the POD anlreay plugged in, neither worked.

I have downloaded the Flash thing but i don't know where to put it or how to open it.

There's simply no way to make it work

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.

PODxt Soundcard Problem

support@line6.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:43:08 GMT

I get random clicks, pops, static bursts every once in a while when I use PODxt as a soundcard. It happens when I am using my recording software and when playing music with wmplayer or winamp etc. More when I am making music though. I believe it has got nothing to do with CPU because it sometimes goes clean for a long time when I am working on a project with tons of recordings, VSTis, automation and stuff; then it suddenly makes a killing sound burst on a project with just one midi track and a simple VST. I have three USB (2.0 I guess) ports on my laptop. I've got a midi keyboard, a wireless mouse and PODxt attached to them. Disabling my onboard soundcard and wireless LAN won't help. Trying different settings for ASIO stuff (sample rate, bit depth etc.) won't help either. The laptop had Vista 64 bit installed. I had the above problem and i decided to install XP and make the machine dual boot as Vista is no good for making music (and anything else as a matter of fact). The problem persisted in XP too. Then I read somewhere in the site that as dual-boot machines are instable (?) Line6 does not provide support for them. I hoped maybe this was the problem and made a format, and I installed only XP SP3 this time. Nothing changed. I would really appreciate any help, I tried everything I could think of. Peace.

Future M13 model packs?

support@line6.com — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 17:46:56 GMT

Rich,

Can you clue us in to what you have planeed for the model packs for the M13? Are you guys working on any Intelligent Pitch Shifting and dedicated clean Octave effects that track well? I am on the virge of buying a Digitech HarmonyMan. The things I don't like about the HarmonyMan are that you can only save 4 presets, no midi and no expression pedal input.

Thanks,

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!!!

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?

pocket pod install problems windows xp

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:07:03 GMT

When I connect my pocket pod windows says found new hardware line 6 but then says it can't install.

Also I have installed line 6 monkey but when it starts up it does not list pocket pod in the hardware list.

How do I resolve?

Thanks

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

Good Acoustic Tones on PodXT

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:51:21 GMT

I'm looking for some good acoustic guitar tones on my PodXT. Any suggestions?

previewing custom tone

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:59:20 GMT

Can custom tones be previewd before downloading? Would the tones be accessible simply by adjusting the knobs on the amp or is "deep editing" needed?

Which of these 4 luthiers is building the Variax II?

support@line6.com — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 17:39:22 GMT

This is a thread that was starting to bear fruit on the old forum, so I'm reposting it here. By "fruit", I mean that we obtained more hints about which luthier it might be, with a strong rumor stating that it would be James Tyler. Here's the original "question":

Like many of you I've been dying for any tidbit of information I can get about the possible next generation Variax. Well, I did a little detective work and thought I would share my "findings".

There was a rumor on Harmony Central a couple months ago about the next generation Variax. It was from someone who claimed to have some inside info, and he said:

"The guitar itself is being designed and built in collaboration with a major LA luthier, and it will be a boutique quality instrument."

So I looked up the "official Line 6 survey" that was sent out last May, and lo and behold, it had a section about boutique manufacturers. Here's the question:

"How likely are you to consider buying an electric guitar from the following boutique guitar makers?

Heritage Guitars - http://www.heritageguitar.com/
Tom Anderson - http://www.andersonguitars.com/
James Tyler - http://www.tylerguitars.com/index2.html
Don Grosch - http://www.groshguitars.com/
Steve Klein - http://www.kleinguitars.com/
James Trussart - http://www.jamestrussart.com/
Patrice Vigier - http://www.vigierguitars.com/
Roger Sadowsky - http://www.sadowsky.com/
Robin Guitars - http://www.robinguitars.com/
John Suhr - http://www.suhrguitars.com/
Warrior Guitars - http://www.warriorinstruments.com/
Tony Zemaitis - http://www.zemaitis.net/ "

I clicked on the links thoughtfully provided by Line 6 to find out which of these are in (or near) L.A. -- and came up with a much shorter list:

Tom Anderson Guitars (Newbury Park, CA)
James Tyler Guitars (Van Nuys, CA)
James Trussart Guitars (Los Angeles, CA)
John Suhr Guitars (Lake Elsinore, CA)

So, to my mind at least, the evidence seems to say that the Variax II is (probably) being designed and built by one of these four luthiers!

Remembering that the Harmony Central writer said it was a "major LA luthier", which of these four would you say fit that category? Certainly Anderson does, but I don't know enough about the others to say . . .

Your comments?

POD FARM plugin SAVE lt6. files, but GEARBOX standalone or LINE 6 EDIT, can not LOAD it

support@line6.com — Wed, 20 May 2009 11:24:18 GMT

POD FARM plugin SAVE lt6. files, but GEARBOX standalone or LINE 6 EDIT, can not LOAD it. Why? I would like save in my pod xt live the presets that I created with Pod Farm plugin in Cubase (obviusly, with the same amps)

Re-open Firmware Corrupted on Variax500

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:06:37 GMT

Hi Line 6Miller!

I'm back. Sorry for the long absence but I'm in the middle and running late on a Christmas Album that has to be out at the end of this month and also, my internet line has been down (Thanks to a Thunderstorm) so I'm having a fight with Telkom to get it up and running again. In desperation I am actually doing this from an Internet Cafe. My Internet should be up again in the next few days and then we can resume normal communication. PS. My problem is still alive and kicking!

This is the last communication I had from you before the interruption and I would appreciate it if we can pick up from here.

>Hello,

>Having a friend in Canada certainly does help as we have a distributor in Canada (actually in Montreal).

>Before we go any further let me just make sure I have everything covered here.

>Is this Variax under warranty? You said you've had it for only a few weeks correct?

>You've tried reinstalling the flash memory in the guitar to no avail as it will not connect to Monkey at >all through your POD correct?

>Have you tried interfacing the guitar with something other than the POD IE: a Variax Workbench >Interface?

>Please let me know and then we can move forward with trying to get you the part you need.

>Line6Miller

My Answer:

Yes, the Variax is still under warranty as I only had it for a few weeks before it packed up.

Yes, I have tried reinstalling the flash memory in the guitar to no avail as it will not connect to Monkey at all through my POD and also freezes the POD when connecting to it via the rj45 connector.

No, I have not tried interfacing the guitar with another interface besides the POD as I don’t have accesss to any other interface but I successfully connected via the POD using another 500 and 600.

PS. Is it not possible to get the parts to me via Marshall Music/Active Music Distribution in Johannesburg, South Africa. I was given the impression that they are the Line6 distributers in South Africa?

Thanks for the support so far. It has been great and re-assuring

Regards, Carlo

Guitarport lessons - can't navigate

support@line6.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:06:54 GMT

Hi -- I got a trial subscription for guitarport..

I'm trying to get to the blues lessons and I click on "click here" from the main page, which takes me to "Learning" and I click on "Blues" and "Intermediate"...after that when I click on any lesson, it just comes right back into the same page.

Frustrating !!

Anybody got the same problem ?

-- Von

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.

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

New Line 6 Relay G30

support@line6.com — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:50:08 GMT

Hi,

I just bought the Relay G30! Very nice system! Finaly a good wireless!

But one question :

I would like to buy another transmitter for my other guitars, so I do not have to unhook my transmitter all the time while changing a guitar during the gigs.

Is it possible?

What wil happen if I accidently forget to switch off one of the transmitters?

Thanks for your help.

FBV short board compatibility

support@line6.com — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 01:00:59 GMT

I own a Spider III 150 and I have the fbv short board. Is the older FBV short board compatible with the new Spider IV? I am thinking of upgrading due to the fact that the newer amp has a seperate chorus, which is the only thing I dont like about my Spider III.

Thank you

Joe

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?

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.

Gonna purchase a valve halfstack! Story+Question

support@line6.com — Mon, 04 May 2009 04:44:19 GMT

I've been searching for my first tube amp for a while. My first amp ever was a Roland cube and I hated it and turned it in for a Line 6 spider III 15w which my friend had (I loved the distortion.)

That was about a year ago. I love my little spider amp. The sound is amazing for its price and quality and Its so light, easy to take to school or carry around.

About a month ago I decided in getting a new amp. First I set my price line for around 600 dollars, and that could only get me low quality stuff and my teacher recommended a full tube amp. I looked at a $1300 Marshall, and was into the marshall name, due to the popularity and the big name brand. I checked it out and the clean and crunch were okay but there was no heavy distortion, or multi effects that my spider had, I did NOT want to buy pedals along with the amp because it would be way too expensive and I'm not even in a band, so I don't need a ton of pedals.

The 2nd Amp I looked at, at my local music store in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, was a Bogner alchemist. I liked it more then the marshall, and told myself, this is the one, I'll try this a few times a week for 15min or so at the shop and get it if its good. At first I loved it, it is a nice amp, awesome clean, and a good crunch for AC/DC etc. But It was missing range. It had no metal distortion, and like I said I can't afford pedals. The more I played it the less I wanted it. That's when my friend who works at the music store showed me a Spider valve 212 combo. At first I was skeptical because I knew line 6 was great with solid, but tube? I tried it out and wow. I was surprised. It had the bogner tube design, but line 6 distortion, effects, everything, just like my little spider III. The only thing that turned me off was that there was no half stack in the store, and for my first tube I wanted a Half stack, because it looked awesome, and it would be more versatile for my future. I was disapointed and decided to look on, i checked the Internet and there turned out to be a Spider valve head and cab pair. The best part is I could support my local music store and order it through them. My salesman friend is a amazing guitarist. He has to be one of the best on our island, no exaggeration. I wouldn't need a pedal, and I knew this is what I wanted to order.

I plan to order it this monday and have it sent over here from California via slowboat, to save crazy shipping prices. I want to negotiate a deal for a express pedal.

Heres my question.

I know there is line 5 channels to program, and the preset interface. Can you program your own settings onto the preset menu for quick access, or is it ONLY for presets, where can I find a list of presets for the HD100 also? Thanks for reading this guys and I can't wait til I get mine in a month or so!

POD Farm, record and playback volume control doesn't work

support@line6.com — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 16:04:44 GMT

I'm having a problem with my new POD X3 Live. I had a POD XT Live and I loved, so I decided to buy the Line 6 top line pedalboard. But I'm desapointed.

The software works painful. First: POD Farm doesn't work. It does not recognize my X3: "Non authorized device connected...." Second: When POD X3 become a windows audio device, the master volume (for recording and playback) does not work. Just work the "Wave" channell. There are so many other things, like, in gearbox, when you move the wah pedal, it does not refresh the actual position knob in screen, when you turn up the POD and the amp, if the amp is connected and the amp volume is set a little high, you can hear a very loud peak noise that could probabily damage the speaker. And how can the Windows sound output to the amp (as podxt) and NOT to the phone out?

Please, is that an isolated problem or more people are suffering with this too?

Someone knows how to fix all of this?

I need support please

Thiago Coracini

Brazil

Detuned Variax problem

support@line6.com — Sun, 03 May 2009 04:03:40 GMT

I've detuned my Variax, not by using workbench, but by actually detuning the guitar with thicker gauge strings. Now I'm up to low B, which I love because it really works for me to go that low. But sometimes the low B (former E string) sounds a bit untuneable... like somehow the software can't "see" a note that low....

Anybody have any experiences with detuned Variaxes (real detuning not via the workbench)

Thanks

DL4 powers up at home, but not at clubs...

support@line6.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:37:46 GMT

I may be missing something completely elementary, btu i've run through several different configurations, and have been completely unable to get my DL4 to even power up at a club.

At home & the rehearsal space, i plug in the power supply and input/output cables, and everythign is fine. This has been done in multiple locations, multiple wall outlets, different cables, and in different positions in my pedal array. however i have tried to gig with this pedal twice, and have been unable to get it to even power up. have tried multiple configurations, even plugging the pedal directly into an outlet rather than a powerstrip etc... it won't even light up. i can place it at the end of my effects chain and it allows signal through, but will not function as a pedaal.

I've been through numerous configurations, and have had several sound guys, both house and touring, fiddle around and come up with nothing.

any ideas?

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

Pod Pro 2.0 MIDI problems...

support@line6.com — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:49:58 GMT

I have a Pod Pro 2.0 and when I hook it up through my Roland Sp-555 via MIDI a error pops up that says "Your Pod Pro 2.0 has stopped responding" Then it says to reset the power and try again, but it still won't work.

This is my first MIDI experience and I have had a few ups and downs so far but this is as far as I can get without any help.

When the error occurs the Pod itself shut MIDI off so the MIDI button is no longer lit.

I got no clue what to do next Any help would be appreciated.

Jeff

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.

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?

m9 or m13? Comments from m9 users needed (others welcome too)

support@line6.com — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 04:46:07 GMT

Hi guys & gals,

i'm close to sealing the deal on one of these units. Thanks to a few for their input so far. I'm leaning towards the m13 simply because of the effects loops feature for mods and delays. I'd prefer the more compact m9 if I could be confident that these effects (modulations and delays) worked well in front of the amp. I've heard some results through Youtube but it's tough to tell.

Any gigging musicians using the m9 in front of their amp? What do you think? How do you feel about the modulations and delays in front of the amp (not in the loop)? Is the sound good? great? Bad unless used through the loop? I have found delay in particular not so good in front of my amp. Is it different with the line6 delays?

Your input is appreciated.

Vyzex Pocket POD Software 1.17 never worked

support@line6.com — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:05:46 GMT

hello,

i have a apple power book 15" 1.67ghz. MacOSX 10.4.11

i bought my pocket pod in 2007. in time i installed the Vyzex Pocket POD software (i can't remember what version)

but the Vyzex Pocket POD software never started up cause a dialogue window said there's no midi or something choose ...

when i pressed the ok button in this window the turning wheel from MacOSX turned forever and the Vyzex Pocket POD just didn't started up.

then i had enough from all these troubles with Vyzex Pocket POD and i didn't try used the Vyzex Pocket POD software anymore until

today more than two years later. cause today i tried to install the actual version of Vyzex Pocket POD 1.17 (after reinstalling my whole MacOSX system at least 2 times in the meantime).

today with another MacOSX Version (10.4.11) and the new Vyzex Pocket POD version 1.17 the same problem happen as in 2007.

i tried to get information in the Vyzex Pocket POD forum but i couldn't find help as in 2007. i deleted all the files and preferences who belongs to Vyzex Pocket POD from my system and reinstalled the Vyzex Pocket POD software but nothing happen the same problem as in 2007. i replaced the MQL6T.dylib file and so on but still nothing happen the software won't start up.

i'm really really disappointed about Vyzex Pocket POD and the Pocket POD hardware.

please help me to get the Vyzex Pocket POD software working. this is really the last try before i'll resell the Pocket POD cause there's no use for it without a software.

thanks

jürgen

PROBLEM RECORDING FROM POD UX2 TO COMPUTER

support@line6.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:48:20 GMT

I have installed all disc,s (pod farm ver. 1 livelite7, riffworks, reason adapted) i have completed all product activates, and updates apart for pod farm 1.00 to 1.11, this has failed in spite of 3 attempts, i have sound through the headphone socket on the pod and also from the pod via my amp. But have yet to find any way of recording to my computer.

Can you help me with simple instruction on how to check my installation, i do not want to use the pod as my normal sound card.

REGARDS

DAVE

e/mail

davbrow@blueyonder.co.uk

SV Pre- Feel or Tone?

support@line6.com — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 03:31:50 GMT

Alright I'm looking at taking the plunge in buying the SV Pre mod. Is there a large noticeable difference in the tone and a big change in feel, or is it mainly a subtle tone change and a big change in feel? I've never liked the feel of the SV and the tone just isnt quite 'there' yet. When i play my stock SV it just doesnt feel like im playing a tube amp. Will the SV Pre turn my frown upside down?

Also if i were to do a blind test of a Spider Valve with and without an SV Pre on the same settings, would i be able to tell which one has the pre? Is it that noticeable?

Any help is appreciated GREATLY!

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

Pod x3 live through amp fx loop

support@line6.com — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 18:36:42 GMT

Hello whenever i plug my pod x3 live into my amps fx loop like you would any fx pedal , the only way i can controll my amps volume is with the pod's fx loop send level , i must be doing something wrong , im also pluging into my pods guit input , its like the fx loop bypases my amps volume , i wanted to use the pod just like any other fx pedal through my amp so i can combine my amps distortion and reverb with the pod without the horrible noise of the pods reverb before the amps distortion , hope i make sense , but i cant change my amps volume unless i use the fx send on my pod . Ive heard of the 4 cable method , but can i use the pod the same as i would a distortion pedal or delay pedal without that crunchy delay before amp distortion sound , sorry for the long question . I have a Vox valvetronix 2x12 100Watt combo .

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?

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

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

POD X3 Live - Full Black LCD / no sound.

support@line6.com — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:07:10 GMT

My POD X3 Live was just sitting there after I got off work and it had been working for the past few days and all of a sudden there is nothing on the screen but a full black box.

Whats the deal with this?

I saw some threads about it but I would like to know what caused since there hasn't been any firmware updates applied to it recently.

I would send it in for repair but it was purchased from Musicians Friend online by a friend.

Whats the deal? Is it a bad firmware chip? A short?

pod farm

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:06:52 GMT

Two weeks ago I purchased the line 6 ux 2 (the version with the gearbox.new version still unavailable in my country...). when I installed the gearbox it didn't work as a plug in and it told me to download the pod farm fron your website....It works only as a standalone and the plug in costs extra. On the box of your product it specificly sais i can RECORD using this product and it doesn't say I need to purchase an additional thing in order to make it work(also in your website). I paid over 200 american dollars for your product and I think That's totaly unfaire twords your customers. Please reply I am getting desprate with this thing.

fifofow user id 1002242

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.

Is the KB37 all I need?

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:45:00 GMT

Hi guys,

I'm looking to have a really simple and portable studio setup. I read about the KB37 and I'm really curious as to whether it (Along with a laptop, Cubase, instruments/mics and a set of headphones or studio monitors) is everything I'd need to do record/mix an entire project. Does the KB37 act as a low latency ASIO sound card? Or would I also need an external soundcard like an M-audio Fast track Pro or a Presonus Firebox to get the full mix output (including midi vsts and all inserts) to headphones or monitors? Also, can you completely bypass all the Line6 software and just use it as a digital interface to record dry and then use other plugins like Guitar Rig or are you forced to always have extra Line6 software running?

It seems potentially really powerful but if I'd need another DI Box or couldn't just bypass all the Line6 Software when I would like to just record and use other tools, I'm probably better off to just buy a small USB sound card and midi keyboard. Thoughts?

Thanks!

Let's Swap/Share Pod X3 Bundles, shall we?

support@line6.com — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 02:13:20 GMT

As of April 4, 2009, here are the bundles I have in the zipped folders:

(1) Pod Farm Preset Bundles -- thanks to Studio TM for this -- he made bundles for each of the X3's preset songs (3 bundles there) and each of the preset folders (acoustic, low gain, medium gain, high gain) -- pretty incredible.

(2) The "User Bundle" is a hodgepodge of bundles from the old "let's swap/share bundles" thread. As of 4/4/09, we've got:

Benvesco (aka Malhavok)

Fester2k

Frosty

Jeff Lynyrd

Lincoln Brewster

Miles L

Minimum Blue (again, thanks to Studio TM for that one!)

JY Florida

Rufio Chris

LeSerge

Bazooka Joe

Mr. Slugworth

Aaron

cmz1k

Glenn DeLaune (aka "GangsterUSA")

6 Strings for Him

KC Pod

Rowbi

Jeraxle

Linuxusr

Some of these are very, very old, so if you've got an updated one, please let me know and I'll be more than happy to swap it out.

(3) Spritiguitar's dual tone bundle -- this deserved its own zip file, IMHO.

Happy hunting!

Cheers,

Fester2k

Message was edited by: fester2000 -- updated 4/4/09

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.

using my toneport UX2 in Propellerhead Record

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:01:33 GMT

Hi guys,

i have recently downloaded the Propellerhead Record Demo

Everything works fine with my midi keyboard (Edirol PCR 300) but when I try to play guitar through my UX2, i get no sound out

I see an imput level but I do not here anything in my hadphones and nothing can be recorded

Checking the audio preference, the UX2 is correctly set as my audi device but when I check in details the input channel are geyed out and I cannot do anything about it

Anyine knows what's happening to me??

Cheers

Aroun

Bass POD XT registration

support@line6.com — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 08:13:01 GMT

Hello

I bought the bass pod over 5 years ago and thought it was time to register it.

Unfortunately I foung out that the previous owner was still registered.

What is the procedure to undo the previous registration?

Thanx a lot

George Kakavas

pod xt display goes blank (unable to view settings)

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:16:45 GMT

My pod xt display works fine then goes blank then works again then goes blank and so on.

It is very frustrating. What can I do?

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

Chorus Flange problem on my Line 6 Spider III amp

support@line6.com — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:26:37 GMT

My Chorus Flange dial on my Line 6 Spider III 15 watt amp, when turned all the way down to off, does not stop generating the effect. Is there a way I can fix this at home, or will this need servicing? I have already performed a factory reset.

Thanks

David

External speaker configuration, internal speakers muted or not

support@line6.com — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 05:43:42 GMT

I think this reply is a little ambiguous,

Q: Do the 112 and 212 combos support external speaker cabinets? If so, will the external cabs mute the internal speakers of the SV?

A: Yes, the Spider Valve supports the use of additional cabinets. Please ensure that the ohm load is correct to avoid damaging your amplifier.

OK but what happens when you connect an additional cabinet?

Please clarify before I buy.

Do the internal speakers become muted, so for example connectiing it to an additional 2x12 cab would make a 4x12 equivalent, or only what the additional external cabinet is as the Spider speakers are muted.

Pod X3 Live Tutorial Available NOW!

support@line6.com — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 10:08:09 GMT

Hey Line 6 enthusiasts!

My name is Steve MacKay and I am the Australian Line 6 clinician and I have made a tutorial DVD for the X3 Live.

In early 2008 I created a thread on the old forum asking people what they would like to see in this kind of tutorial DVD and I also put some things I like to see in tutorial DVD's, aliens, ninjas, sock puppets etc . . . The end result is now available via PayPal from http://www.twelvefootninja.com/x3dvd.

You can also see some YouTube video examples.

The topics covered are:

Summary of Contents:

Chapter 1 - Navigating the Menus This chapter gives a complete overview of the X3 Live's interface such as delving into the System Menu, Output Menu etc. 

Chapter 2 - Connections Different ways of running the ins and outs on the X3L. Different configurations for direct to FOH, front end of an amp, FX Loops etc. 

Chapter 3- Preset Creation How to buid a preset from scratch. Mastering the different elements such as EQ, Compression, Gate, Modulation effects, Delay and Reverb. Everything you would need to know to make better presets. 

Chapter 4 - Pedal Assignments Connecting a 2nd expression pedal and assigning it and the onboard pedal for real time control of parameters other than Volume and Wah.  

Chapter 5 - Software How to use Line 6 Monkey and an overview of Workbench for Variax users.

The DVD has over a 1 hour runtime.

Also features clips of Australian band and Line 6 users, Twelve Foot Ninja and some other quirky bits and pieces to break the mold of regular boring tutorials. The DVD is presented in a casual REAL fashion as though you are in Steve's studio and he is showing you how to use the gear.

Now I cannot promise it covers every possible variable or anomaly within a unit with as much depth as X3L . . . But the feedback I have received has been positive from X3L users all over the world.

Check it out!

Cheers,

Steve

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

List of Effects that do NOT work running Stereo through 2 amps

support@line6.com — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 23:46:47 GMT

In my original postMOD effects running two amps through M13 4CM bypasses right channel preampI singled out the Modulation Fx but the problem seems to be wider than that. In a nutshell for certain FX the right output is driven by the Left Preamp. Here's my test setup:

Guitar into Y Cable	M13 Left (mono)	Fx Send Amp A	Amp A Send to M13 Left Return	M13 Left Output to Amp A Return
	M13 Right	Fx Send Amp B	Amp B Send to M13 Right Return	M13 Right Output to Amp B Return

Amp A Set to Heavey Pre Amp Distortion.
Amp B Set to Clean.
I run Amp A into a Load Box so as to isolate the sound coming out of Amp B.
I have DSP Bypass Setup
My Fx Chain is 1>2>3>4
I have my M13 Fx Loop scenes set to Post Fx2.
All Effects Listed below cause Amp B to Distort and have a significant volume boost when used in Fx3 or Fx4 and the Mix is anything other than 0%. Also when Fx 3 or 4 are engaged Amp B's Volume knob is useless.
All Effects When placed in Fx1 or Fx2 behave as expected.

Modulation Models:

Opto Tremolo

Bias Tremolo

Phaser

Dual Phaser

Panned Phaser

U-Vibe

Analog Flanger

Jet Flanger

AC Flanger

80A Flanger

Analog Chorus

Tri Chorus

Pitch Vibrato

Panner

Rotary Drum

Rotary Drum/Hrn

Dimension

Ringer Modulator

Distortion Models:

All Distortions (Since distortions, ummm...Distort, my criteria was a significant volume boost that I could not affect with my amp volume, up or down)

All Compressors

None of the EQs

Not the Volume Pedal

But YES to the Noise Gate threshold set anywhere below 100%

Filter Models:

Voice Box

V-Tron

Pitch Glide

Smart Harmony

All of the Synths

Growler

None of the Wahs

Reverbs:

All of the Reverbs

Delays:

Multi-Head

Ping Pong

Reverse

Great product guys but please, please get some of these cleared up in a timely v2.01. Having two amps and not being able to run stereo Reverbs and Modulations really stinks.

And please to head off those "I don't think it works that way" comments please try it before guessing. Sorry that made me mildly disgruntled.

Flextone II HD with 2 mono 8 ohm cabinets

support@line6.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:59:09 GMT

If I connect two cabinets (1=Flextone 412s set to 8 ohms, left/mono input; 2=Rocktron 112 8 ohm wedge for a guitar only monitor) and connect the two to the two left/mono output of the Flextone II HD set to 8 ohms, will this cause any problems? In other words, if the head is set to 8 ohms, does connecting a load to the two left outputs but nothing to the right outputs affect impedence, etc? I'm trying to find a creative solution to overpowering smalls rooms versus not being able to hear myself without being dependent of the sounds guy to get the monitor mix right. Thanks!

looking for 220v 50kz power adaptor

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:45:37 GMT

My country electricity 220V 50kz.

Do you have that Version....

Where can I get it?

Rezky IChwan

PodXT not connecting on OS X via USB

support@line6.com — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 13:48:02 GMT

Hi,

I have a PodXT and I am trying to get it connected to my mac. I have a new MacBook (unibody one). Its running Leopard 10.5.6

I have downloaded the latest drivers, 4.1.0.

Its not detected in either Gearbox or Line6 Monkey.

I can connect to the PodXT using midi but GuiterPort Online doesn't support midi.

I've looked at a few posts on here and there are similar problems. Some have been solved by connecting directly to the mac rather than using a USB Hub. I have tried both and neither work.

Any help would be great.

Thanks,

Jamie

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

Used Toneport Ux1 Required Software?

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:00:31 GMT

I will be recieveing a used toneport ux1 soon and would like to know what drivers and software should be installed first,here is a list of software programs i have downloaded:line 6 monkey ver.1.31,drivers ver.3.4.3.8,pod farm ver.1.11,riffworks 2 ver.2.22,gearbox ver.3.70,if there is any additional software i can download that will work with the toneport ux1 please let me know?thanks in advance.

Error trying to return model packs

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 23:21:51 GMT

When trying to return the model pack bundle I purchased last night, I get the following error:

"Transaction Failed

Reason: (code 80003024) Server has nothing to do for this license key."

then some stuff about disabling virus scanners and pop-up blockers, which I tried.

I went through the full process a couple times, making sure I used the correct key and such.

Toneport UX2 driver installation

support@line6.com — Tue, 12 May 2009 18:42:12 GMT

when i try to install the drivers, on the first CD, it says that i need a windows installer of 2000 or later when my computer is a Vista

what do i do?

If anyone is using Windows 7 for testing

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 05:10:13 GMT

I haven't really looked around in the forums for posts regarding Windows 7, so please don't flame for that. I've been using hte GuitarPort for about six months on Vista SP1 with no issues. I've got another machine running a beta of Windows 7 build 7048, and found a few quirks. I went through the install, but couldn't get any sound. Instead of letting Windows 7 provide drivers for my sound card, I used Vista 32 bit drivers and it works just fine. Second issue was with the Line 6 monkey -- I cannot use version 1.27. It keeps stating that it can't find any devices, and (for some reason) keeps trying to find a Pod XT. I never told it I had a Pod XT, nor do I actually even own one. If I use Monkey 1.26, everything works just fine. Riffworks works well as well.

I understand that beta software isn't supported; I'm just posting this in case anyone else is doing the same. I have other machines running Vista / XP; I just decided to see what would happen on Windows 7.

Absolutely no complaints with anything Line 6!

Rock on!

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?

M13-compatible Expression Pedals

support@line6.com — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:52:06 GMT

I was wondering which expression pedals out there are confirmed to work with the M13. Obviously, the Line 6 EX-1 is at the top of the list but I find the price on them a little steep for what it is. Has anyone personally used any other expression pedals and can vouch for their compatibility?

Thanks!

Sudden gain blasting my headphones

support@line6.com — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 01:50:17 GMT

I was playing my POD xt live through headphones and would get the occational sudden boost in gain - extremely painful on the ears! I play a Strat and was using the Treadplate Dual amp model and atuo-wah on the stomp. Anyone know why this would happen and, more importantly, how to prevent it.

Spider valve MkII and the spider IV criticisms and great amp musings.

support@line6.com — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:37:23 GMT

Ive been thinking about these and all the info ive seen on them looks, "Too good to be true".

Firstly the spider valve was always a good amp in theory. But as i found with the first, the sheer amount of processing inside the amp made it sound closer to solid state rather then the valve. Also, more on valves, if they truly wanted a flexible valve modeling amp, i dont think 6L6s for the power stage was a great choice, well by themselves atleast. Look a mesa road king (Or just about most of the mesa amps) they utilise both 6l6s and EL34s to give a more versatile sound, and imagine that, when programing your presents you can actually change the combination of type of valve being used. (I shouldnt give ideas like that for free!) however, theres no info i can find on the type of valve being used in the MK II so we could see something like this. (Mind you it probably would have been boasted about by line 6 if they did it).

Now then the spider IV i feel is just another bedroom guitarist amp, im sorry if thats a bit bitter but i do feel like they're they're beating a dead horse. Its just a bit updated and thats it, i thought it would have been better to focus on something more groundbreaking but hey ho, its probably their most profitable line so it does make sence for them to keep making them

In conclusion:

I dont want to seem bad this and bad that, but i would love to be proven wrong (By both amps) but just like the first spider valve which was, "over hyped" the MK II i have the feeling will have the same effect and as for the spider IV, i think its not gonna be anything, "Earth shattering".

In my opinion line 6 (If they want to make an insane valve amp) should start from the bottom up, find a great combination of pre amp tubes and power tubes then add some unique features, Such as the preset controllable valve changes i mentioned earlier, so i'll give you a good example to drive the point home.

Lets say we're making a 2x12 combo, with 3 12Ax7 for the preamp, 1 L6L GC, 1 EL34 and 1 EL84 for the power section. Now then, right there we already have something thats a lot different with three types of valve in that we will be able to assign to channels. Now, add say, a spring reverb on there, then MM4 modulations and an analog delay exactly after the preamp. Now, to take the heat up more, since theres already a valve switching system, why not be able to use two together in stereo. so there we've got three things thats not seen before in a valve amp, or very rare. Valve switching via a controller, three types of valve for ultimate versatility and stereo in a valve amp which is very rare. However its important that each part of the amp is kept as seperate as possible so not to make it sound too processed. I make it sound easy but its probably alot harder then i make out.

Love line 6, they go alot further then most companies which are afraid to step out of their own skin.

Phaser effect in POD XT live

support@line6.com — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:31:04 GMT

Hi,

I can't find a phaser patch in the POD XT live. I used to have the HD Spider Valve HD100 (GREAT amp) and it had a great phaser effect, but I can't find one in the XT live.

Thanks,

Richard

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

M9 with Volume Expression Pedal - works OK?

support@line6.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:21:26 GMT

I'm considering purshasing an M9 (not the M13). A volume pedal is critical in all my patches and it must be post drive, pre-delay and reverb. I'm wondering if someone who has experience with this can help with some questions I have.

Given I'll need to use up to 3 effects at once, it seems the best way will be to have the volume pedal controlling the level of a drive effect. For example, if if the drive level is normally 40%, then I'd set up the volume pedal to control drive level from 0% off, to 40% for max volume.

My questions are:

(1) Does this give smooth volume control or will I get some "zipper noise"? The maximum may be lowish as in the 40% example above.

(2) When I change scenes and the pedal now controls volume in another effect, does it automatically pick up the current pedal volume, or does it jump to maximum volume and I have to move the volume pedal for it to use the current pedal position?

(3) Same for changing effects? eg if I have different overdrive effects in 2A and 2B, each with levels controlled by the volume pedal, can I switch between them at reduced volume or does it need a pedal movement to pick up the current volume?

Thanks in anticipation.

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?

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

Hidden features/settings

support@line6.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:17:44 GMT

Are there any "hidden features" in the M9 such as pressing a couple of switches at power up to acces a given setting? M13 has (had?) a few of those.

rromano

support@line6.com — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:26:03 GMT

I have enabled java, and downloaded the newest version of flash player and active content is checked in I/E 7 but I cannot ZOOM

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

Problems with Download Java Runtime Environment for Line 6 Edit v 3.02

support@line6.com — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:00:29 GMT

Hi,

I have Java 6 Standard Edition (Version 6, Actualization 17) on my computer.

Trying to download from Monkey v1.31 the Line6 Edit 3.02 brings the following errors:

'Unable to download the Java runtime environment 1.5.0 .Setup will continue. Line6 will not work until JRE is installed.'

When I try to download tones from customtone I get the error:

'Cannot find valid JRE'

and

'Could not init JNI Loader'

What shall I do? Without being able to download tones, my POD XT Live is not worth a lot for me.

Would be nice if you have a idea. If I have to install another Java Software, pleas tell me exactly where I get it. On the SUN-Website are so many versions. I feel lost.

Thanks for your help

Thomas Schneider (thomas.schneider@img.com)

hello, my pod xtlive is broken!

support@line6.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:39:06 GMT

Hi...i believe I am still under warranty...hope so anyhow...the place where I plug the power source into snapped into the unit...can anyone help? Thanks so much, Jeff

Where did the red dots go? How to keep track of what is new

support@line6.com — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 21:20:29 GMT

With the older forum there were red dots to tell us which threads & responses were new for me. I now miss that!! Is there something new that is equivalent to the red dot system? I am wasting lots of time reading things I have read before.