1. Line 6 Bass PODxt Pro
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Features:
- 28 Legendary and Classic Amp Models and 22 Cab & 4 Mic models, Over 50 Stompbox, Synth, and Studio Effects and 64 Channel Memories
- Flexible Effect Routing, Biamp output mode with selectable crossover, Deep Editing
- USB Digital I/O, Discrete processed & DI outputs, +4dBu / -10dBV balanced 1/4 Inch Outputs, 24-bit/96kHz S/PDIF and AES/EBU Digital Inputs and Outputs, Balanced XLR outputs
- 24-bit A/D and D/A Converters, MIDI In, Out/Thru, Effects Loop
- RJ-45 Foot Controller Connector, USB Connector for Digital I/O, Headphone Output, Precision Chromatic Tuning
- USB Digital I/O, Discrete processed & DI outputs, +4dBu / -10dBV balanced 1/4 Inch Outputs, 24-bit/96kHz S/PDIF and AES/EBU
- Comes equipped with all the elaborate pro connections
- Discrete processed and DI outputs, RJ-45 Foot Controller Connector
- 24-bit/96kHz S/PDIF and AES/EBU Digital Inputs and Outputs, Balanced XLR outputs
- Item Weight: 13 pounds
- Shipping Weight: 12.8 pounds
- Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
- ASIN: B0006JNQII
- Item model number: 99-050-0705
Bass PODXT Pro gives you world-class tone from the stage to the studio. With over 50 must-have stompbox, studio, and synth effects with flexible routing (6 simultaneous), and over 28 classic and modern amp models, Bass PODXT Pro has everything you'll need to create a monstrous bass tone. With its XLR and 1/4-inch outs, 24-bit/96k digital ins and outs (AES/EBU & S/PDIF), and effects loop, you'll be able to connect to any type of analog, digital, or computer audio hardware. We think that you'll agree that Bass PODXT Pro is about the most amazing thing to happen to the bass guitar since, well, the bass amplifier itself.
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Most of the guitarists I know own a Line 6 POD, a little device that looks like a large red lima bean with knobs and buttons on the top. When I first heard of the Line 6 Bass POD Pro, I was curious, as my guitarist friends considered their guitar POD to be indispensable.
I had the opportunity to try one of these out, and right away I knew I wanted to buy one, and soon did. One of the first things you can do is play with the various effects it gives you, like having a bunch of foot pedals linked together. For live sound, you can use its various built-in effects or simulate a cabinet and feed your signal directly to the PA, but I normally just run through my bass cabinet for shows, because for smaller shows, the PA might not have enough low end, and your signal is blended with the rest of the band, so the shaping of sound the POD can do is largely lost when it gets mixed in with everything else the PA is doing. Besides, it looks weird to not have an amp and speaker cabinet near the bass player.
Where this unit really shines, however, is in the recording studio. Many bands will go into the studio, set the drummer up in a large room with lots of mics, and get good drum tracks laid down, while the guitarists, keyboardists, vocalists, bassist, and so forth sit in the control room and play along on "scratch" tracks. The band then goes back and re-dubs the other instruments onto real tracks, one instrument at a time.
Ordinarily, you'd either plug the bass directly into the input on the mixing board, or, less commonly, set up your bass amp in a recording room and mic it, and feed that signal into the mixing board. Most bands spend a lot of time getting a good sound out of what comes out of the mixing board, by tweaking the mic, tweaking the EQ on the input channel, and so forth.
With the POD, you can plug your bass into the mixing board, set the EQ flat, and record your track. Then, when you go to mix down, you can run your bass track through the POD and make it sound like you're using any one of a ton of amp/cabinet combinations. This lets you experiment - "what would it sound like through a 4x10 cab instead of a 1x15?", "how would it sound if I used a tube head instead of solid state for the bass solo?" and so forth - things you could only do by setting up another set of real equipment and re-recording the track if you didn't have the POD.
You can also apply various effects, such as reverb, flanger, distortion, etc. If you're using a recording environment that lets you apply a filter to a track by running through a piece of external equipment (such as how they often add reverb to vocal tracks), then the POD gives you virtually unlimited control over how your bass track sounds in the finish product.
I rate this 4 of 5 stars for a few reasons. First, the S/PDIF sound quality leaves a little to be desired. There's no sense having such killer effects and emulations, then muddying them with a less than perfect A/D converter. I'd use an external A/D if you want a digital signal.
Second, the unit is not very deep. This makes it impossible to stack anything on top of it, and if it is mounted in a rack, it makes it so you have to use a flashlight and reach into the depths of your rack case to plug wires into the back. It's nice that they can package it so tightly, but they could easily just extend the chassis back a bit to make the jacks easier to access.
Overall, this is a solid piece of equipment, both in terms of features and reliability.
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2. Line 6 Bass PODxt
Features:
- 28 Legendary and Classic Amp Models and 22 Cab & 4 Mic models, Over 50 Stompbox, Synth, and Studio Effects
- Programmable Effects Loop, Routing Options, Deep Editing
- USB Digital I/O, Discrete Processed & DI outputs, +4dBu / -10dBV balanced 1/4 Inch Outputs, 24-bit A/D and D/A Converters, MIDI In, Out/Thru
- RJ-45 Foot Controller Connector, USB Connector for Digital I/O, Headphone Output, Precision Chromatic Tuning
- Item Weight: 6 pounds
- Shipping Weight: 9 pounds
- Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
- ASIN: B000306664
- Item model number: 99-060-0505
Bass POD® XT gives you world-class tone from the stage to the studio. With over 50 must-have stompbox, studio, and synth effects with flexible routing (6 simultaneous), and over 28 classic and modern amp models, and 22 cabinet models, Bass PODXT has everything you'll need to create a monstrous bass tone. In addition, Bass PODXT features A.I.R.™ II cabinet/microphone modeling, which allows you to choose from 4 mic models, along with the ability to adjust the amount of room you hear. The ability to mix and match speaker cabs and mics will help you find the exact vibe you're looking for.
We think that you'll agree that Bass PODXT is about the most amazing thing to happen to the bass guitar since, well, the bass amplifier itself.
Amplifier Models
The tone and technology of Bass POD® XT comes to you as 28 Amp, 22 Cab, and over 50 Effect Models (with flexible pre/post routing) based on a collection of gear recognized by guitarists and bassists the world over as true "tone classics." These models were tweaked through careful, scientific A/B comparisons to the gear that inspired them, with an ear open for the effects of different volume levels and settings of the originals’ tone and gain controls.
But wait — there's more! Bass PODXT has our newest-generation A.I.R. II cabinet/microphone modeling which allows you to choose from 4 different classic mic models and even adjust how much of the room sound you hear! There's even a dedicated studio-quality compressor, full-time semi-parametric EQ, and a Bi-amp (low/high) output mode. Now you're ready to track.
With 64 user/factory presets, many based on some of the most popular songs ever recorded, you'll have instant access to an unbelievable collection of classic bass rigs. Imagine the sonic possibilities of having all the coolest amps, cabs, mics, stompboxes, and studio effects all tweaked, wired-up, and ready to go.
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Cabinet Models
Bass PODXT features 22 models of the most historic speaker cabinets ever built. From modern to vintage, you'll have the ultimate collection. And it doesn’t stop there. Bass PODXT has our newest-generation A.I.R. II cabinet/microphone modeling which allows you to choose from 4 different classic mic models.
Stompboc and Studio Effects
Bass PODXT’s got a bunch of great Stomp, Mod and Delay/Verb effects adapted from Line 6’s DM4™ Distortion Modeler, MM4™ Modulation Modeler, and DL4™ Delay Modeler pedals, some brand spankin’ new bass specific models, plus a dedicated compressor and 6 band semi-parametric EQ. Who says you can get too much of a good thing?
Chromatic Tuner
Bass PODXT 's built-in Chromatic Tuner offers precision tuning at the touch of a button. Audio Mute or Bypass options with an adjustable tuning reference are featured as well as hands-free operation when used with the FBV™ series foot controllers.
Ins and Outs
Bass POD® XT has all the connections you’ll need to cut any type of live or recording gig. Our 24-bit converters and 32-bit floating point processing create a killer tone, delivered through discrete processed & DI outputs with the ability to mix the direct signal into the modeled output. Bass PODXT also features biamp mode with selectable crossover, MIDI In, Out/Thru, RJ-45 Foot Controller Connector, Headphone Output, and USB digital I/O for Mac® and PC recording applications.
We think that you'll agree that Bass PODXT is about the most amazing thing to happen to the bass guitar since, well, the bass amplifier itself.
Amplifier Models
The tone and technology of Bass POD® XT comes to you as 28 Amp, 22 Cab, and over 50 Effect Models (with flexible pre/post routing) based on a collection of gear recognized by guitarists and bassists the world over as true "tone classics." These models were tweaked through careful, scientific A/B comparisons to the gear that inspired them, with an ear open for the effects of different volume levels and settings of the originals’ tone and gain controls.
But wait — there's more! Bass PODXT has our newest-generation A.I.R. II cabinet/microphone modeling which allows you to choose from 4 different classic mic models and even adjust how much of the room sound you hear! There's even a dedicated studio-quality compressor, full-time semi-parametric EQ, and a Bi-amp (low/high) output mode. Now you're ready to track.
With 64 user/factory presets, many based on some of the most popular songs ever recorded, you'll have instant access to an unbelievable collection of classic bass rigs. Imagine the sonic possibilities of having all the coolest amps, cabs, mics, stompboxes, and studio effects all tweaked, wired-up, and ready to go.
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Cabinet Models
Bass PODXT features 22 models of the most historic speaker cabinets ever built. From modern to vintage, you'll have the ultimate collection. And it doesn’t stop there. Bass PODXT has our newest-generation A.I.R. II cabinet/microphone modeling which allows you to choose from 4 different classic mic models.
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Bass PODXT’s got a bunch of great Stomp, Mod and Delay/Verb effects adapted from Line 6’s DM4™ Distortion Modeler, MM4™ Modulation Modeler, and DL4™ Delay Modeler pedals, some brand spankin’ new bass specific models, plus a dedicated compressor and 6 band semi-parametric EQ. Who says you can get too much of a good thing?
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Bass PODXT 's built-in Chromatic Tuner offers precision tuning at the touch of a button. Audio Mute or Bypass options with an adjustable tuning reference are featured as well as hands-free operation when used with the FBV™ series foot controllers.
- Precision Chromatic Tuning
- Audio Mute
- Bypass
- Hands-free Operation (with optional FBV and FBV Shortboard foot controllers)
Ins and Outs
Bass POD® XT has all the connections you’ll need to cut any type of live or recording gig. Our 24-bit converters and 32-bit floating point processing create a killer tone, delivered through discrete processed & DI outputs with the ability to mix the direct signal into the modeled output. Bass PODXT also features biamp mode with selectable crossover, MIDI In, Out/Thru, RJ-45 Foot Controller Connector, Headphone Output, and USB digital I/O for Mac® and PC recording applications.
Product Description
Bass PODXT gives you world-class tone from the stage to the studio. With over 50 must-have stompbox, studio, and synth effects with flexible routing (6 simultaneous), and over 28 classic and modern amp models, Bass PODXT has everything you'll need to create a monstrous bass tone.Buy Line 6 Bass PODxt NOW Cheap!
3. Line 6 Bass PODxt Live
Features:
- Over 50 Stompbox and Studio Effects, 28 Legendary and Classic Amp Models, 22 Cab & 4 Mic models, 64 Channel Memories
- Discrete Processed & DI 1/4-inch Outs, Biamp output mode with selectable crossover, Variax Digital Input, Routing Options
- Built-in Chromatic Tuner, Combination Wah/Volume/Tweak Pedal, Tap Tempo/Tuner Switch, Expression Pedal Input
- Aux Input for CD/MP3 players, drum machines, etc., Full MIDI Support, Headphone Out, USB Digital Recording I/O
Bass PODxt Live Preset Chart [PDF] | | | Check out the Line 6 Bass Podxt Live User Manual [PDF] |
- Item Weight: 18 pounds
- Shipping Weight: 17 pounds
- Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
- ASIN: B0009PRRIO
- Item model number: 99-060-0705
The power of Bass PODXT is now at your feet! Included are over 50 stompbox, synth, and studio effects, 28 bass amp models, plus 22 cab and 4 mic models. With its rugged steel construction, Bass PODXT Live™ is ready to take years of real world gig abuse. Whether you use it as the ultimate multi-effect pedal, a direct recording miracle, a powerhouse preamp, a practice partner, or a creative digital signal processing tool, we think you'll agree that Bass PODXT Live is about the most amazing thing to happen to the electric bass since, well, since the bass amplifier itself!
Bass PODXT Live delivers the incredible tones of the acclaimed Line 6 Point-to-Point Interactive modeling technology (as featured in our other POD® XT products and Vetta™ II series guitar amps), fuses it with the wonderfully portable and easy to use POD® which has been the bass recording world standard for years, and smacks it all down on the floor for rugged professional use. So you've got the tonal heritage of the past century of stompbox and bass amplifier design, plus no-compromise recording and direct sound excellence — all ready to roll when you are.
Effects
What bassist doesn’t like effects? Bass PODXT Live’s got a bunch of great Stomp, Mod and Delay/Verb effects sounds adapted from Line 6’s DM4™ Distortion Modeler, MM4™ Modulation Modeler, and DL4™ Delay Modeler pedals. And, there are some brand spankin’ new models that come straight from our flagship combo, Vetta™ II.
But what fun are a bunch of effects if you can’t wire them up in bizarre and unusual ways? Fortunately, with Bass POD® XT Live, you can. Its flexible routing lets you mix and match up to 6 marvelous effects simultaneously. When using an amp model, you can even choose to put some PRE, and some POST. Who says you can get too much of a good thing?
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.
This is what the full signal flow looks like inside Bass POD XT Live, including the pre and post options for Mod, Delay/Reverb and the Volume pedal:
Chromatic Tuner and Tap Tempo Effects
Tap (Hold/Tuner) - Bass 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 and Bass PODXT Live will show you what it is - and whether it's in tune - on that handy display.
Amplifier Models Bass 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 bass, Bass PODXT Live features 28 amp models and 22 cab models that will take you everywhere from classic and boutique, to modern and beyond.
Bass PODXT Live also has our A.I.R. II cabinet/microphone modeling, which allows you to choose from 4 mic models, along with the ability to adjust the amount of room you hear. Bass PODXT Live's ability to mix and match speaker cabinets and mics will help you find exactly the vibe that you're looking for.
Ins and Outs
Bass 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 bass amp (or into its FX loop), or straight to the house PA, Bass PODXT Live is the best way to take total control of your sound at the gig.
USB - Bass PODXT Live’s USB jack lets you connect to most computers and record Bass PODXT Live directly to a wide variety of popular digital recording software packages. We’ve even included a USB cable to get you started. You can get the required driver software — and easily get it installed along with any other Bass PODXT Live -related computer stuff — by using the free Line 6 Monkey software, which you can download at www.line6.com/monkey.
Variax Digital Input - Connect a Line 6 Variax® Bass here, and experience a whole new world of possibility and sound-control power. In addition to a direct digital audio connection between the bass and Bass PODXT Live, you can have the Variax change sounds each time you choose a new Channel Memory from Bass PODXT Live’s footswitches or SELECT knob. And, you can even tweak the sound of your Variax Bass tone with Bass PODXT Live’s built-in pedal! Learn more about Variax Bass 700 here!
MIDI In & Out - Connect Bass PODXT Live to your MIDI equipment to select Channel Memories (via Program Change messages), or automate Bass PODXT Live settings (via controllers and/or SySex).
Phones - When you want to listen with headphones, plug them in here. Bass PODXT Live automatically switches to Studio Mode whenever headphones are connected.
Output To Amp/Line - The unbalanced 1/4-inch connectors here get Bass PODXT Live feeding into the front of a bass amp, otherwise, choose LINE. The rear panel LEVEL knob sets the output level. Changing the OUTPUT level does not change your tone, so you can get the tone you want at any volume level.
The MODEL connector gives you the fully processed Amp+Cab+Effects+Mic signal generated by Bass PODXT Live. The D.I. connector gives you an unprocessed time- and phase-aligned version of your signal.
Aux Input - Connect a CD player, MP3 player, drum machine, virtual accordion, or other device here, and you’ll hear it at Bass PODXT Live's headphone and Amp/Line outputs. Very handy for jamming along!
Input - Your bass goes here. Set the switch to norm for use with most passive pickup instruments. If you have to put two 9-volt batteries in your bass to make it rock, flip the switch to pad to prevent overdriving Bass PODXT Live’s input in an unpleasant-sounding way.
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!
On Stage
When you’re playing on stage with Bass POD® XT Live, you’ve got a choice of setups. Bass PODXT Live can be in between your bass and a bass amplifier so Bass PODXT Live acts as a tone-shaping front end for the amp. You can also plug straight out of Bass PODXT Live’s outputs into the house system for awesome amp and effect tone without the hassle of mics and cabinets.
Or you can choose to run Bass PODXT Live into a power amp and speaker cabinets, using it as the ultimate preamp. Whichever setup you choose, all you have to do is dial it up the right setting in Bass PODXT Live.
What are you connecting to?
STUDIO DIRECT - When plugging Bass PODXT Live straight into a P.A., or using in-ear monitoring systems, select STUDIO DIRECT for amazing amp and effect tone, night after night. Line 6’s exclusive A.I.R. II processing serves up a virtual speaker-cabinet-air-microphone experience so good you may never use a regular bass amplifier and microphone on stage again. You’re as powerful as the entire P.A. — and guaranteed to be in the mix!
LIVE W HORN, LIVE W H EQ, LIVE NO HORN, LIVE NO H EQ - Choose one of these settings when plugging into a combo amp, head and bass cabinets, or power amp and bass cabinets. Choose LIVE NO HORN or LIVE NO H EQ if your system doesn’t have a horn or high frequency driver, or you’ve chosen to turn them off on your speaker cabinet. Choose the LIVE W HORN or LIVE W H EQ option if your system includes a horn or other high frequency driver. The Mic component of A.I.R. is turned off, and the Cabinet Models are revoiced to sound their best coming through the kind of setup you choose. The two "with EQ" modes also give you Tone Correction controls.
What is Tone Correction?
The idea of these Tone Correction controls is to adjust Bass PODXT Live’s overall sound to compensate for the tonal response of the preamp section of the amp that you’re plugging into. We’ve found that it is often necessary to reduce the low frequency or high frequency parts of the Bass PODXT Live to get decent results in this sort of a configuration, or shift the focus of the mid frequencies, so that’s what these controls are set to do.
Bi-Amp Mode - Bass PODXT Live includes a Bi-Amp Mode. Bi-Amping is the technique of using a crossover to split a signal into its higher frequency and lower frequency portions, and sending each frequency range to a different amplification system. Lows would typically be sent to a power amp setup with lots of wattage and large diameter speakers, while highs would be sent to smaller diameter speakers and/or horns. Bass PODXT Live’s Bi-Amp Mode includes selectable slope and frequency.
Bass PODXT Live delivers the incredible tones of the acclaimed Line 6 Point-to-Point Interactive modeling technology (as featured in our other POD® XT products and Vetta™ II series guitar amps), fuses it with the wonderfully portable and easy to use POD® which has been the bass recording world standard for years, and smacks it all down on the floor for rugged professional use. So you've got the tonal heritage of the past century of stompbox and bass amplifier design, plus no-compromise recording and direct sound excellence — all ready to roll when you are.
Effects
What bassist doesn’t like effects? Bass PODXT Live’s got a bunch of great Stomp, Mod and Delay/Verb effects sounds adapted from Line 6’s DM4™ Distortion Modeler, MM4™ Modulation Modeler, and DL4™ Delay Modeler pedals. And, there are some brand spankin’ new models that come straight from our flagship combo, Vetta™ II.
But what fun are a bunch of effects if you can’t wire them up in bizarre and unusual ways? Fortunately, with Bass POD® XT Live, you can. Its flexible routing lets you mix and match up to 6 marvelous effects simultaneously. When using an amp model, you can even choose to put some PRE, and some POST. Who says you can get too much of a good thing?
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.
This is what the full signal flow looks like inside Bass POD XT Live, including the pre and post options for Mod, Delay/Reverb and the Volume pedal:
Chromatic Tuner and Tap Tempo Effects
Tap (Hold/Tuner) - Bass 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 and Bass PODXT Live will show you what it is - and whether it's in tune - on that handy display.
Amplifier Models Bass 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 bass, Bass PODXT Live features 28 amp models and 22 cab models that will take you everywhere from classic and boutique, to modern and beyond.
Bass PODXT Live also has our A.I.R. II cabinet/microphone modeling, which allows you to choose from 4 mic models, along with the ability to adjust the amount of room you hear. Bass PODXT Live's ability to mix and match speaker cabinets and mics will help you find exactly the vibe that you're looking for.
Ins and Outs
Bass 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 bass amp (or into its FX loop), or straight to the house PA, Bass PODXT Live is the best way to take total control of your sound at the gig.
USB - Bass PODXT Live’s USB jack lets you connect to most computers and record Bass PODXT Live directly to a wide variety of popular digital recording software packages. We’ve even included a USB cable to get you started. You can get the required driver software — and easily get it installed along with any other Bass PODXT Live -related computer stuff — by using the free Line 6 Monkey software, which you can download at www.line6.com/monkey.
Variax Digital Input - Connect a Line 6 Variax® Bass here, and experience a whole new world of possibility and sound-control power. In addition to a direct digital audio connection between the bass and Bass PODXT Live, you can have the Variax change sounds each time you choose a new Channel Memory from Bass PODXT Live’s footswitches or SELECT knob. And, you can even tweak the sound of your Variax Bass tone with Bass PODXT Live’s built-in pedal! Learn more about Variax Bass 700 here!
MIDI In & Out - Connect Bass PODXT Live to your MIDI equipment to select Channel Memories (via Program Change messages), or automate Bass PODXT Live settings (via controllers and/or SySex).
Phones - When you want to listen with headphones, plug them in here. Bass PODXT Live automatically switches to Studio Mode whenever headphones are connected.
Output To Amp/Line - The unbalanced 1/4-inch connectors here get Bass PODXT Live feeding into the front of a bass amp, otherwise, choose LINE. The rear panel LEVEL knob sets the output level. Changing the OUTPUT level does not change your tone, so you can get the tone you want at any volume level.
The MODEL connector gives you the fully processed Amp+Cab+Effects+Mic signal generated by Bass PODXT Live. The D.I. connector gives you an unprocessed time- and phase-aligned version of your signal.
Aux Input - Connect a CD player, MP3 player, drum machine, virtual accordion, or other device here, and you’ll hear it at Bass PODXT Live's headphone and Amp/Line outputs. Very handy for jamming along!
Input - Your bass goes here. Set the switch to norm for use with most passive pickup instruments. If you have to put two 9-volt batteries in your bass to make it rock, flip the switch to pad to prevent overdriving Bass PODXT Live’s input in an unpleasant-sounding way.
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!
On Stage
When you’re playing on stage with Bass POD® XT Live, you’ve got a choice of setups. Bass PODXT Live can be in between your bass and a bass amplifier so Bass PODXT Live acts as a tone-shaping front end for the amp. You can also plug straight out of Bass PODXT Live’s outputs into the house system for awesome amp and effect tone without the hassle of mics and cabinets.
Or you can choose to run Bass PODXT Live into a power amp and speaker cabinets, using it as the ultimate preamp. Whichever setup you choose, all you have to do is dial it up the right setting in Bass PODXT Live.
What are you connecting to?
STUDIO DIRECT - When plugging Bass PODXT Live straight into a P.A., or using in-ear monitoring systems, select STUDIO DIRECT for amazing amp and effect tone, night after night. Line 6’s exclusive A.I.R. II processing serves up a virtual speaker-cabinet-air-microphone experience so good you may never use a regular bass amplifier and microphone on stage again. You’re as powerful as the entire P.A. — and guaranteed to be in the mix!
LIVE W HORN, LIVE W H EQ, LIVE NO HORN, LIVE NO H EQ - Choose one of these settings when plugging into a combo amp, head and bass cabinets, or power amp and bass cabinets. Choose LIVE NO HORN or LIVE NO H EQ if your system doesn’t have a horn or high frequency driver, or you’ve chosen to turn them off on your speaker cabinet. Choose the LIVE W HORN or LIVE W H EQ option if your system includes a horn or other high frequency driver. The Mic component of A.I.R. is turned off, and the Cabinet Models are revoiced to sound their best coming through the kind of setup you choose. The two "with EQ" modes also give you Tone Correction controls.
What is Tone Correction?
The idea of these Tone Correction controls is to adjust Bass PODXT Live’s overall sound to compensate for the tonal response of the preamp section of the amp that you’re plugging into. We’ve found that it is often necessary to reduce the low frequency or high frequency parts of the Bass PODXT Live to get decent results in this sort of a configuration, or shift the focus of the mid frequencies, so that’s what these controls are set to do.
Bi-Amp Mode - Bass PODXT Live includes a Bi-Amp Mode. Bi-Amping is the technique of using a crossover to split a signal into its higher frequency and lower frequency portions, and sending each frequency range to a different amplification system. Lows would typically be sent to a power amp setup with lots of wattage and large diameter speakers, while highs would be sent to smaller diameter speakers and/or horns. Bass PODXT Live’s Bi-Amp Mode includes selectable slope and frequency.
Product Description
The power of Bass PODxt is now at your feet for pro stage use! With its rugged steel construction, 11 channel select and effect on/off footswitches, and built-in volume/tweak pedal, Bass PODxt Live is ready to take years of real world gig abuse. Included are over 50 stompbox, synth, and studio effects, 28 amp models, plus 22 cab and 4 mic models. Bass PODxt Live delivers 6 simultaneous effects including stompbox and studio effects that can be flexibly routed to meet your unique sonic needs. Features include a dedicated compressor and 6 band semi-parametric EQ, discreet dry and modeled outputs, biamp output mode with selectable crossover, USB digital I/O, and a Variax Bass digital input so you can call up a fully customized bass, amp, and effect setup all by stepping on a single footswitch.I really enjoy the amp models and most of the effects. Really easy to use and program. The synth modes I can live without, though. I just can't see myself using them. I made myself two different presets for everyday/gig use. I've been playing bass for about 23 years now, and I don't think I've had this much fun with an effects pedal board since I started.
The Line 6 Bass PODxt Live includes over 50 stompbox, synth, and studio effects; 28 amp models; and 22 cab and 4 mic models! 11 channel select and effect on/off footswitches mean easy control. Delivers 6 simultaneous effects that can be routed to meet your unique sonic needs. Features a dedicated compressor and 6-band semi-parametric EQ, discrete dry and modeled ouputs, biamp output mode with selectable crossover, USB I/O, and a Variax Bass digital input so you can call up a fully customized bass, amp, and effect setup.
28 Legendary and Classic Bass Amp Models
22 Bass Cab & 4 Mic models
Over 50 Stompbox and Studio Effects w/ Flexible Routing
6 Simultaneous Effects
64 Channel Memories
Variax® Bass Digital Connection
Discrete outputs for modeled and direct sound
Large Backlit Display
Dedicated Stompbox On/Off Footswitches
Large Backlit Display
Combination Volume/Expression/Wah Pedal
Built-in Chromatic Tuner
Tap Tempo/Tuner Footswitch
Input for additional Expression Pedal
Onboard Deep Editing
USB Digital I/O
Biamp output mode with selectable crossover
Headphone Out
Aux Input for CD/MP3 players, drum machines, etc.
Full MIDI Support
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I have owned a BNX3, and many effects pedals. I worked in a music store for a few years and ran it for a couple. Also I have owned (or used more than 10 times) the following equipment. Ampeg SVP PRO, Ameg SVT4 PRO Eden navigator Eden 550 Genz benz 1200 Genz benz 210 combo Fender 115 peavey TNT 115 Harkey 3500 head ampeg SVT CL Avalon U5 SWR grand prix MESA 400+ In a live situation or recording with other instruments you can get the sound of any of the amps I have played. Plus you can add effects and stomp boxes. If you are playing alone and unfamiliar with the POD XT LIVE you may think it sounds funny for one reason or another. After some time with it you can figure out how it is working with your rig and set it correctly. I have to turn the tweeter adn mid speaker down on my Acme 210 cabs with the line 6 where I have them full on with other preamps/amps. Buy Line 6 Bass PODxt Live NOW! For around $300 this is much better than carrying an old $1200 ampeg tube amp for dirt, and another $1200 amp for clean, and then $500 in pedals. I would recommend this to anyone who plays more than one style of music. Its output is very low, and the volume pedal minimum function does not operate well. I can not get a full volume out of my QSC and in comparison the output of my bass alone is louder than its highest output. I only use 3 amps... however I have different presets for different songs with effects/timed delays to fit each song while keeping the same amp tone. |
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4. Line 6 Bass FloorPOD
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Features:
- 64 presets
- 5 Amp Models (plus a synth) and 3 Smart Control Effects, all based on the models found in the LowDown Bass Amp series
- 3 Durable footswitches and Wah/Volume pedal
- CD/MP3 jack
- Headphone/Direct Out
- Item Weight: 6.8 pounds
- Shipping Weight: 7.5 pounds
- Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
- ASIN: B000N35ISS
- Item model number: 99-060-1005
The Line 6 Bass Floor POD delivers an instantly accessible set of professional bass amp and effect sounds whether you're headlining a gig or practicing in your bedroom. The newest addition to the award-winning POD® line, this stage-ready package uses the latest-generation Line 6 modeling technology to give you those jaw-dropping, mind-blowing bass sounds you crave. Use the 5 bass amps models, synth model, and Smart Control FX to create your custom signature sound, or choose from the 64 killer presets dialed-in by professional bassists and engineers. If you're looking for professional bass sounds in a portable, affordable package then Bass Floor POD is for you. AmericanMusical.com is an authorized dealer of Line 6 products.
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