Line 6 POD Express
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Same. This is the only thing that kinda rubbed me a bit. Although I do like flanger post gain. It would be cool to have the option of pre or post though, but not sure if that's in future cards or not.
Thanks for the review, looking forward to getting mine in this week!
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Don't know how germane this is vis a vis mod placement, but Pod Go had as I recall two locations that had locked functionality, I think it was the wah and fx loop blocks, anyway someone found a way to hack the actual code to free them up to allow any effect to be used within dsp limitations, I followed the instructions and it worked as advertised, so wondered if perhaps something similar might be feasible via code hacks to allow some more freedom in placement locations? Just a thought.
three_eyed_otter
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Perhaps, L6 would have to intentionally leave it in as they have done so with the PODGo editor…Don't know how germane this is vis a vis mod placement, but Pod Go had as I recall two locations that had locked functionality, I think it was the wah and fx loop blocks, anyway someone found a way to hack the actual code to free them up to allow any effect to be used within dsp limitations, I followed the instructions and it worked as advertised, so wondered if perhaps something similar might be feasible via code hacks to allow some more freedom in placement locations? Just a thought.
Have a good one,
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Got mine in today. I've had only about 30min time with it and overall I'm impressed. What I really like is there's no fluff, just straight up usable tones throughout each model. I really enjoyed the Special, Chime and Dynamic amps -- the others are really good too so looking forward to more time with the unit.
As of now -- Well done Line 6!
As of now -- Well done Line 6!
3D printed stand? Looks good
Lysander
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Finally got mine from Thomann 
Unfortunately i haven't had a chance to plug it in yet - i'm in the middle of a house move, and there's plenty to do. But (very) first impressions are good: i'm surprised by how hefty the thing feels, plastic or not. I was expecting something like the old Pocket Pod, quality wise, and this is definitely a couple notches above in construction.
I can definitely see myself using this thing a lot in the near future.
Unfortunately i haven't had a chance to plug it in yet - i'm in the middle of a house move, and there's plenty to do. But (very) first impressions are good: i'm surprised by how hefty the thing feels, plastic or not. I was expecting something like the old Pocket Pod, quality wise, and this is definitely a couple notches above in construction.
I can definitely see myself using this thing a lot in the near future.
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Yeah currently they are locked together to 1/4 note tap - no independent subdivision or millisecond adjustments.
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Curious about this as well. I was able to connect the Ampero Mini with the Apple USB Camera Kit to my iPhone to record ideas quickly. Hoping the same is true with the Pod Express
Mooselake
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Well, my 5+ year streak is over. No more GAS Anonymous coins for me. Thanks a lot Line 6.
My POD-E is scheduled to arrive tomorrow.
I spend 4 months each summer in a small cabin in a remote part of N. Minnesota. My adaptation has been to tote along my THR10c which has really worked out quite well for me. I mean, it covers the need, but I've been wanting an upgrade in the modeling quality. Was even thinking about lugging my Helix LT this coming summer. But this devilish device seems like a very practical way to keep my rig tiny while upgrading tone quality (the part that comes downstream of fingers). Even with the POD-E the THR will probably still come along (to serve as my poor man's "FRFR"). Wish line 6 would make a small end table compatible all-in-one for me, but the POD-E + THR10c should get the job of improving the setup within my physical constraints there done.
My POD-E is scheduled to arrive tomorrow.
I spend 4 months each summer in a small cabin in a remote part of N. Minnesota. My adaptation has been to tote along my THR10c which has really worked out quite well for me. I mean, it covers the need, but I've been wanting an upgrade in the modeling quality. Was even thinking about lugging my Helix LT this coming summer. But this devilish device seems like a very practical way to keep my rig tiny while upgrading tone quality (the part that comes downstream of fingers). Even with the POD-E the THR will probably still come along (to serve as my poor man's "FRFR"). Wish line 6 would make a small end table compatible all-in-one for me, but the POD-E + THR10c should get the job of improving the setup within my physical constraints there done.
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Lysander
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Finally got a chance to play with my POD Express. Quick notes / impressions:
- Sadly, i have nothing to report tone-wise... because the thing sounds just as good as my Helix or Stomp
- I was a bit concerned about the plastic enclosure, but the Pod Express feels incredibly solid. In fact, i reckon a metal enclosure might make it a bit too heavy for a guitar pedal.
- A lot of fun to tweak and play with! My only gripe is amp settings are secondary function for all knobs, so you need to click Alt to adjust those. Would be nice to be able to change this behavior - maybe double click Alt to latch to FX/amps?
- I really like the curated selection of amps, cabs and effects on the PE. Litigator, DC-30, 5150, BE-100... anyone should be able to find tones here, regardless of style.
- The Space reverb is cool, but, am i crazy or is this a brand new algorithm? Can't recall it being available on other HX products.
- Drives my Audio-Technica cans (ATH-MSR7, 35 Ohms) like nothing. Plenty of volume on tap.
Mooselake
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Got mine today and had a few minutes to play around with it.
I quickly ran through some of the presets to practice with the UI tried to dial in a couple of the models. i'll need some more work with it, lol. Count me among those who hope Line 6 ultimately puts together an editor for it. Maybe not feasible but I've got very comfortable and accustomed to HX Edit. I did hook it to a my new laptop and updated the software and verified I could stream USB audio into it and hear it through the headphones. But I haven't put a DAW the new laptop yet so didn't try integrating that. It would be nice to be able to get some scratch recordings while I'm in the woods, wouldn't try any substantial project, but that functionality is not necessary.
No surprise that it sounded pretty good after a quick listen. I do hve to say I miss the Elmsley and Grammatico GSG (my main choices these days). But it's good for me to work with some different models for a change. Clean and Chime stood out the most on that first play through.
Compared tothe THR10 whose modeling it will replace, I like the amp models better. Or maybe it's more the cab/speker portion of the modeling. The THR has a boomy/boxyness to it that I have trouble dialing out. I'll have to play around with the effects more. Definitely a broader palette in the POD-E than the THR.
My only complaint is the thing is so light the memory in my guitar cables pushes it around and it's tricky to keep it on top of my desk without the cable dragging it off. Definitely a first world problem. I'll check back in a couple of days with more thoughts as I dive into it more.
I quickly ran through some of the presets to practice with the UI tried to dial in a couple of the models. i'll need some more work with it, lol. Count me among those who hope Line 6 ultimately puts together an editor for it. Maybe not feasible but I've got very comfortable and accustomed to HX Edit. I did hook it to a my new laptop and updated the software and verified I could stream USB audio into it and hear it through the headphones. But I haven't put a DAW the new laptop yet so didn't try integrating that. It would be nice to be able to get some scratch recordings while I'm in the woods, wouldn't try any substantial project, but that functionality is not necessary.
No surprise that it sounded pretty good after a quick listen. I do hve to say I miss the Elmsley and Grammatico GSG (my main choices these days). But it's good for me to work with some different models for a change. Clean and Chime stood out the most on that first play through.
Compared tothe THR10 whose modeling it will replace, I like the amp models better. Or maybe it's more the cab/speker portion of the modeling. The THR has a boomy/boxyness to it that I have trouble dialing out. I'll have to play around with the effects more. Definitely a broader palette in the POD-E than the THR.
My only complaint is the thing is so light the memory in my guitar cables pushes it around and it's tricky to keep it on top of my desk without the cable dragging it off. Definitely a first world problem. I'll check back in a couple of days with more thoughts as I dive into it more.
