LINE6 - POD® XT LIVE

POD® XT LIVE

PODXT Live is a multi-effect floor processor in a stage-ready unit. With features from Line 6's flagship Vetta II, PODXT Live delivers a wide range of stompbox, studio, synth effects, amplifier and cabinet models, plus a digital Variax input, and USB computer connectivity.

PODXT Live can be used as a multi-effect pedal for any guitar amp, a complete direct-to-PA solution, or creative recording device for studio guitar work. PODXT Live provides over 80 models of stompbox and studio effects. Aside from an extensive assortment of reverb choices, PODXT Live includes a collection of distortion, compressor, chorus, flanger, rotary, synth, filter, and delay effects.

PODXT Live also delivers a collection of amp models. Based on the most prized amplifiers in the history of guitar, PODXT Live features 36 amp models, 24 cab models and 4 microphone model options providing a complete tonal palette for any type of live gig or studio session. The effects can be positioned in front (stomp), and behind (post) of the amp & cab models, offering organic and classic tonal possibilities available in the most high-end guitar stage rigs.

PODXT Live provides access to 128 presets via gig-ready channel footswitches. Features also include a large backlit display, dedicated stompbox on/off switches, combination wah/volume pedal, tap tempo/silent tuner switch, an expression pedal input, stereo 1/4-inch analog Amp/Line outs, headphone out, aux input for CD/Mp3 playback, MIDI, and USB computer connectivity for digital I/O, plus deep editing using the free, downloadable Line 6 Edit/GuitarPort software.

In addition to the standard analog guitar input, a Line 6 Variax Modeling Guitar digital input seamlessly integrates an electric or acoustic Variax's collection of guitars with PODXT Live's assortment of amps, cabs, and effects. This entire setup can be instantly transformed into virtually any rig with just the press of a footswitch.

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POD® XT LIVE OVERVIEW

POD® XT Live is an uncomplicated, gig-ready tone machine that’s portable and adaptable to different real world stage and recording environments. PODXT Live can be used as a multi-effects pedal in front of any guitar amp, as a complete direct PA solution, or as the world-standard guitar recording workhorse in the studio.

At the center of PODXT Live is an incredible gathering of almost 100 must-have stompbox and studio effects models. This handpicked collection of hits from our award-winning PODXT, stompbox modelers and Vetta™ II will give you rich and deliciously detailed tones at the touch of a footswitch. Effects can be positioned in front (stompbox-style) and behind (studio-post) the Amp and Cab models, giving you organic and dynamic tones normally available in only the most high-end guitar stage rigs.

Based on the most prized amplifiers in the history of guitar, PODXT Live features 42 classic and modern amp models and 24 cab models, all run through 4 incredibly precise and dynamic microphone model options to provide a complete tonal palette for any type of live gig or studio session. This amazing collection of Line 6 Amp Models has been used on countless hit recordings and tours and is now on the floor at your disposal.

PODXT Live has a total of 128 preset locations ready for instant recall via large, stage-ready channel footswitches. Right out of the box, PODxt Live is loaded with 80 custom, pre-programmed tones with dedicated patches for running in front of an amp or direct recording. Plus, you've got lots of open locations just waiting to be filled with your own creations or selections from our vast online tone library with thousands of signature sounds from the greatest guitarists, bands, songs and gear of all time.

Features also include a large backlit display, dedicated stompbox on/off switches, combination wah/volume/tweak pedal, tap tempo/tuner switch, an expression pedal input, stereo 1/4-inch analog outs to feed an amp or line inputs, headphone out, aux input for your CD/MP3 player or drum machine, MIDI, and USB computer connectivity for digital I/O, plus deep editing using the free, downloadable Line 6 Edit or GuitarPort software.

POD® XT Live top and rear view

PODXT Live of course has a standard analog guitar input - with a selectable pad and adjustable level to handle even super hot active pickup outputs and high output level stompboxes. But there’s also a Variax guitar digital connection. Now a Variax's collection of acoustic and electric guitar models, plus PODXT Live’s assortment of amps, cabs, and effects can ALL be instantly transformed into virtually any guitar-effect-amp rig with just the press of a footswitch.

POD® is the world standard for guitar tone in studios around the world, and with PODXT Live, you can have total control of that history making tone at your feet.

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AMPLIFIER MODELS

POD® XT Live has an incredible collection of amp and cab models that have been used on countless hit recordings. Based on the most prized amplifiers in the history of guitar, PODXT Live features 42 amp models and 24 cab models that will take you everywhere from classic and boutique, to modern and insane.

PODXT Live has our A.I.R. II cabinet/microphone modeling, which allows you to choose from 4 different classic mic models and even adjust the position of the mic and how much of the room you hear. PODXT Live 's ability to mix and match speaker cabinets and mics will help you find exactly the vibe that you're looking for.

Amp Models based on*:

Line 6® Clean
Line 6® JTS-45
Line 6® Class A
Line 6® Mood
Line 6® Spinal Puppet
Line 6® Chemical X
Line 6® Insane
Line 6® Piezacoustic 2
Line 6® Agro
Line 6® Lunatic
Line 6® Treadplate
Line 6® Variax Acoustic
Budda 2001 Twinmaster
Fender® 1953 Deluxe Reverb®
Fender® 1958 Bassman®
Fender® 1961 Champ®
Fender® 1964 Deluxe Reverb®
Fender® 1965 Twin Reverb®
Gretsch® 1960 6156
Hiwatt® 1973 Custom 100
Marshall® 1966 JTM-45
Marshall® 1968 Super Lead
Marshall® 1968 Jump Channel
Marshall® 1968 Variac Plexi
Marshall® 1987 JCM 800
Marshall® 1996 JMP-1
Matchless® 1996 Chieftain
Matchless® 1993 DC-30
Mesa/Boogie® 2001 Dual Rectifier®
Mesa/Boogie® Mark IIc+
Roland® Jazz Chorus 120
Soldano 1993 SLO-100
Supro 1960's S6616
Vox® 1961 AC-15
Vox® 1967 AC-30TB
Tube Preamp
Marshall® 1974X (18W Reissue)
Marshall® JCM 2000 w/ Germ Pedal
Orange AD30TC
Vox® Fawn Non-Top Boost AC30
Dumble® Clean (from POD® 2.0)
Soldano SP88 (from POD® 2.0)


Cabinet Models based on*:

6x9 Supro® S6616
1x8 1961 Fender® Tweed Champ®
1x10 Gibson®
1x10 Gretsch® 6156
1x12 Line 6®
1x12 1953 Fender® Tweed Deluxe Reverb®
1x12 1964 Fender® Blackface Deluxe Reverb®
1x12 1960 Vox® AC-15
1X15 1962 Supro® Thunderbolt
2x2 Fender® Mini Twin Reverb®
2x12 Line 6®
2x12 1965 Fender® Blackface Twin Reverb®
2x12 1995 Matchless® Chieftain
2x12 Roland® JC-120
2x12 1967 Vox® AC-30
2X12 1967 Silvertone® Twin Twelve
4x10 Line 6®
4x10 1959 Fender® Bassman®
4x12 Line 6®
4x12 1967 Marshall® Basketweave with Greenbacks
4x12 1968 Marshall® Basketweave with Greenbacks
4x12 1978 Marshall® with stock 70s
4x12 1996 Marshall® with Vintage 30s
4x12 Mesa/Boogie®


Mic Models based on*:

Shure® SM-57 On Axis
Shure® SM-57 Off Axis
Sennheiser® MD-421
Neumann® U-67

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STOMBOX AND SRUDIO EFFECTS

same collection of sought-after models of classic stompbox and studio effects that powers our world-standard PODxt™. But that’s not all. You also get our FX Junkie Model Pack pre-installed and ready to go. That's a collection of over 80 effect models, using technology from our flagship Vetta™ II amplifier and stompboxes, giving you the freedom to go from mellow tube drive to synth filter madness.

But what fun are a bunch of effects if you can’t wire them up in bizarre and unusual ways? Fortunately, with PODXT Live, you can. Its flexible routing lets you mix and match up to 8 marvelous effects simultaneously. When using an amp model, you can even choose to put some PRE, and some POST. Now you’re on fire!

Here’s a simple effects setup where both the MOD and DELAY effects are running PRE:


But perhaps you'd prefer a studio-style routing, with the MOD effect PRE and the DELAY running POST. With PODXT Live that's easy, too:


For the true tone treasure hunter, here’s the complete signal flow map (including PRE and POST options for Mod, Delay, and the Volume pedal) that will lead you to the pirate's loot:



Chromatic Tuner and Tap Tempo Effects

Tap (Hold/Tuner) - PODXT Live lets you control the time and speed of your effects by simply tapping on this button. To use the TAP control, just tap the button at the tempo you want and the effects will change to match what you tapped.

But wait, that’s not all. Hold the footswitch for about 2 seconds and… bling, bling: Instant digital chromatic tuner! Play a note on your guitar and PODXT Live will show you what it is - and whether it's in tune - on that handy display.

Tuner Bypass/Volume - Normally, the audio will be muted while you’re tuning, but if you prefer to hear yourself tune, you can turn the bypass audio feature off.

Tuner Reference - Want a different reference than A=440Hz? PODXT Live lets you set the reference frequency anywhere from 430-450 Hz. This setting is also stored so you don’t have to reset it every time you power up.

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INS AND OUTS

POD® XT Live has a simple, gig-ready setup that’s adaptable to all your different stage and studio needs. Whether you’re running it as a multi-effect pedal in front of a guitar amp (or into its FX loop), or straight to the house PA, PODXT Live is the best way to take total control of your sound at the gig.

USB - PODXT Live’s USB jack lets you connect to most computers and record directly to a wide variety of popular recording software packages. We’ve even included a USB cable for use with our GuitarPort® Windows® based software and PODXT Live Mac®/Windows® driver software. All this software - along with directions for using it - is free for you to download at www.line6.com.

Variax® - Connect a Line 6 Variax guitar here and experience a whole new world of possibility and sound-control power. In addition to a direct digital audio connection between the guitar and PODXT Live, you can even have the Variax change guitars, pickups, and tone control settings each time you choose a new channel from your PODXT Live ’s footswitches.

MIDI In & Out - Connect PODXT Live to your MIDI equipment to select Channel Memories (via Program Change messages), or automate PODXT Live settings (via controllers and/or SySex). You can also use MIDI (or USB) to communicate with the free Line 6 Edit software downloadable from www.line6.com.

Phones - When you want to listen with headphones, plug them in here. PODXT Live automatically switches to Studio Mode whenever headphones are connected.

Output To Amp/Line - The unbalanced 1/4-inch connectors get your PODXT Live’s sound to a guitar amplifier, recorder, mixer or PA system. Flick the rear panel switch to AMP when you’ve got your PODXT Live feeding into the front of a guitar amp, or choose LINE to send you signal to a mixer or PA. The rear panel LEVEL knob sets the - you guessed it! - output level. Changing the OUTPUT level does not change your tone, so you can get the tone you want at any volume level.

Aux Input - Connect a CD player, MP3 player, drum machine, virtual accordion, or other device here, and you’ll hear it at PODXT Live ’s headphone and Amp/Line outputs. Very handy for jamming along!

Input - Your guitar goes here. Set the switch to norm for use with most passive pickup guitars. If you have to put two 9-volt batteries in your guitar to make it shred, point your guitar down and use that “shark” headstock to flip the switch to pad. (Also handy for those stompboxes that have ridiculously hot output levels.)

Pedal 2 - You can add even more real-time control by connecting a standard expression pedal, such as the Line 6 EX-1. You’ll be able to control Wah, Volume, and Tweak functions all at the same time.

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TOTAL CONTROL

The Variax® line of guitars is unique, thanks to Line 6® modeling technology that gives you a whole collection of guitars in one single instrument. If you’re a lucky Variax owner, you’ll want to take advantage of PODXT Live’s rear panel digital VARIAX input jack.

Once plugged in, tell POD® XT Live whether you’d like it to control the Variax. When control is enabled, PODXT Live can change Variax models as you change PODXT Live channels. Now you can seamlessly integrate a Variax's collection of acoustic and electric guitar models with PODXT Live’s amps, cabs, and effects. This entire setup can be instantly transformed into virtually any rig with just the press of a single footswitch.

But wait, there’s more! Now you really CAN enjoy the best of both worlds, because you can have a standard analog guitar and your digital Variax plugged into PODXT Live at the same time, and both will work. That makes switching between the two as easy as rolling the volume knob off on one, and rolling the volume knob up on the other. And you thought this new technology stuff was going to be tricky to use...