Line 6 POD XT Live user reviews ( 7/10) - 56 user reviews

• 06/18/11

  themaddog's review "Excellent tones, extremely useful live"

  Characteristics

  The Line 6 POD XT Live is a multi-effects board that models amplifiers, stompboxes, and effects. It has a 1/4" inputs and 1/4" left (mono) and right outputs. There is also a 1/8" input for CD or MP3's player at line level with adjustable gain for that channel. There are also MIDI connections which can be used with a sequencer to change patches. There is also a connection for the Variax guitars, whose one tone patches can be saved into each patch bank for easy switching.
  
  
  
  There are large buttons to switch on and off the amp, stompbox, and effects for each patch. There are also two buttons to switch between patch banks, each of which have four buttons to change between the patches of each bank. The patch information is visibly displayed on a screen on the floorboard. Each patch can be named.
  
  
  
  The amp, stompbox, and effects models can be updated by purchasing patches from the Line 6 online store.

  Utilization

  Editing the patches is very easy. The manual is extremely helpful and offers further insight into how the POD XT Live operates.
  
  
  
  The preset sounds are pretty each, and each of them are around 80% of the way there but will probably require some tweaking to meet your individual needs. Many, many factors can be edited on each patch, including the type of microphone that is being emulated as well as its placement in front of the synthesized speaker. The amp models are EXTREMELY close to the originals in most cases.

  Sound Quality

  The models being amplified are EXTREMELY close to the originals in most cases. Many like the sound of the POD right out of its outputs and simply record that. I only use my POD XT Live for practice and shows, and prefer to play straight through my Mesa Boogie Single Rectifier for recording. If I needed some kind of specialty patch or live effects in a studio recording environment, I would probably implement the XT as it is definitely usable. I have used it in the studio to record scratch guitar tracks.

  Overall Opinion

  At this point, I couldn't do it live without one of these wonderful Line 6 products. My only gripe is that when switching patches, if using a delay the delay is cut prematurely, with no option to continue the rest of the delay when switching patches. The original POD and POD 2.0 did not work in this way, so if there was a 2 second delay set on one patch, it would continue with the rest of the delay when another patch was punched up, making for a seamless transition. That being said, I don't have any other problems with the XT Live, and that one thing is only a minor annoyance. The consistency that the XT Live is able to provide me from show to show is tremendous and prevents me from fiddling with my amplifier too much before each performance.
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• 03/17/11

  iamqman's review "Good for the Floor!"

  Characteristics

  When I first tried this unit I was not happy with it at all. I was playing a Vox Ac30 and wanted to get some good amp simulations and stomp boxes with effects in an all in one unit that could run into my clean amp. So let me try and dial up some Slash tones or some Zeppelin or even maybe some VH. Not only was this thing not capable of even coming close but it sounded so bad that I almost gave up on it. So I went out and bought a JCM2000 basically getting me the start to that Marshall tone from the bands I mentioned above and just stuck with using the unit as an effects processor for modulation and delays. That is where this thing lives. They claim to have good amps sims and stomp boxes but both of these features lack tremendously. Now if your accustomed to tube distortion then this is a miss for that feature, but if your looking to have some cool delays and flangers then this is a perfect setup for home or live situation.
  
  
  
  Another thing that I would prefer in this unit is real stomp boxes buttons. I don't know what they are called but the shiny clickers that are featured on most stomp boxes. The pads they use on this unit to me can break or get sticker if you spill beer on it. I don't feel that this construction will be built to hold up to the road as much as regular Boss pedals go.
  
  
  
  Another cool feature is that you can run a line out to a recording booth. I did not test this since I don't personal record at home. I heard that Lincoln Brewster uses this unit for his live tone which is surprising. He actually uses this to achieve his amp and cab simulation going out to the PA mix. Either way most tube guys would never do this, but it is available if desired.

  Utilization

  Extremely easy to use if you have ever used a POD operation before. If you are new to the POD world then it may take you a couple of minutes. But everything goes in sequence as if it were a real amp, cab, compression, stomp box, modulation, delay, and then wah. So it goes in series order as if it were real units. So I would recommend taking the approach of normal amp and cab and then fill in the effects accordingly.
  
  
  
  Like all Line 6 products the manual if very helpful. They explaining set up preparation and operational understanding. They guide you through the set up for your individual rig and give suggestions for other ways of hook up. They have a good informative manual that is very helpful.

  Sound Quality

  For me it lacks in the stomp box feature and the amp sims. Though I don't expect an amp sim to sound anything like the original. So that point is probably moot. What they do very well in my opinion is the delays. I love the delay sounds and various types and styles of delays available. For me they sound good and give my tone the color or effect that is needed.
  
  
  
  I used this with a Vox Ac30, Marshall JMP, and a Marshall JCM2000 going into a vintage Marshall 4x12 with Blackback speakers rated at 25 watts. In each amp the unit sounded fantatsic. Especially the Marshall's. Since I was using the natural OD from the Marshall, the effects from the POD were very nice in different applications. I was using a Strat, Tele, and a Les Paul in each situation. I'm a Marshall tone kind of guy so I spent most of my time playing around with those amps using the delays, flangers, and phase of the POD to achieve my rock tones. I didn't like the chorus affect as much as the others but I don't use that much chorus anyway so it didn't matter to me much.

  Overall Opinion

  The thing that I would change would be the the foot clickers. I would like them to beef up that so it would be more road worthy. The thing I really enjoyed was how sweet the tones I could get combo-ed with a Marshall in the the effects loop. Saving patches for certain songs was a breeze. Having my set list there with one click of a button saved through the midi operation was so easy. This unit can be found for around $250+ or - so you won't break the bank to much. Plus Line 6 Pod units seem to keep a lot of their value so if you didn't like it you could probably let go of it with out a huge hit or loss.
  
  
  
  I would recommend this to any gear head who wants easy effect operation to go with his current rig. It is not high end so if you wanted more tweakability then I would step up to the POD HD series or POD Pro.
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• 12/16/10

  Audiofanzine FR's review "Excellent but delicate to program"

  Characteristics

  Originally written by Koub on Audiofanzine FR.
  
  
  
  I guess everybody knows the applications and sound of this product.

  Utilization

  The manual is not very clear and Line6's humor is still the same: not the best...
  
  However, you'll get on with it but it's clearly a borderline.
  
  
  
  Configuring the multi-effects is rather easy but considering the complexity of the settings, especially if you want to use it live with a combo, I think it's suicidal to edit all parameters from the unit. Luckily, a small software (Line6 Edit) allows you to configure, in a few clicks, the whole device from your PC via USB connection. The GI is simple and very clear.

  Sound Quality

  Most effects sound very good, especially the Tube Screamer emulation which is as good and essential as the real stompbox. You also get very good delay, fuzz and chorus effects.
  
  
  
  On the other hand, I don't like the reverbs — they sound a bit dirty. Competitor products offer better sounding reverbs.
  
  
  
  I use the product with my Variax and it's nice to be able to change the preset, the guitar and even the tuning with a single footswitch. This feature is amazing (if you play a Variax).
  
  
  
  As usual with Line6, the amp simulations are awesome. Compared with the Pod (my old Pod 2.0 just got broken after more 10 years of use), the clean sound has been improved considerably.
  
  While the Pod provided a Rectifier simulation which sounded much better than the other models for heavy metal, I find that on the Pod XT Live it sounds worst than the Marshall and especially the fantastic Soldano Solo 100.

  Overall Opinion

  I've been using it for one year.
  
  Excellent product for home studio applications (I think Line6 is unbeatable in this field). It's much more tricky with an amp. You'll have to spend a lot of time editing the sounds.
  
  I use it with an old Hughes & Kettner combo (Attax 80). I needed time to get an acceptable sound but now it's fine. Personally, to get the best result, I use the "combo power amp" output mode and I connect it to the return of my combo.
  
  I also deactivate the speaker simulation since the mic emulation is automatically deactivated.
  
  My tip to get a killer sound: fine tune the EQ settings. Luckily, the EQ is extremely effective with the Line6 Edit software. It allows you to compensate the response of your speaker and/or your amp. Boosting the high frequencies or the low-mids changes the sound radically. It is THE most essential parameter!
  
  Once you understood this, everything goes fine: the product has a comprehensive set of features, is extremely versatile and sounds good even with my old solid-state amp.
  
  
  
  I would buy it again considering that I got it for peanuts, including a flight case. And with a Variax guitar, the product deploys even more power.
  
  Without Variax, the Zoom G9 is perhaps its main competitor. The second guitar player in my band owns one and gets an amazing sound, however not as versatile...
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• 11/24/10

  mooseherman's review "One of the better Digital Amp Modelers out there"

  Characteristics

  This is a digital amp modeler/effects unit from Line 6. It is a pedal version of one of its more popular products, the POD. This version is designed for live use, as opposed to the POD, which has an interface that is easy to use in the studio and set but not quick on the fly. There are 1/4" inputs and outputs, as well as a USB connection, a connection for Line 6's Variax guitar, which I haven't used before, as well as MIDI in and Out. There are computer and MIDI editing capabilities, as evidenced by the connections I just mentioned. This is not a rackable device, it's the pedal version.

  Utilization

  The effects editing is really pretty easy. Setting up each switch to work the way you want it is pretty easy, which I'm a fan of, as I'll get frustrated setting up a digital pedal all the time. The switch time is really good, as it will instantaneously switch between two different sounds. The manual will explain everything pretty easily. It might take a little bit of time to get used to but ultimately it will not be a problem for most people to get the hang of it, and once everything is set it will be a piece of cake to use. Between the 11 switches (which have varying functions) and the expression pedal, there's a lot of tonal control to be had here.

  Sound Quality

  I would say that of most of the digital effects I've tried, I don't particularly like the sound of most of them. I can deal with this one simply because it is closer to the real thing than most of these modeled sounds are, and even when it's not, it's still pretty decent. There are also combinations of amps and effects that are really different from anything that can be made with analog gear. While these sounds aren't always my cup of tea, even I have had my jaw drop at some of the sounds I've heard.

  Overall Opinion

  One thing I don't like about this pedal is it's price, while it's not the worst I've ever seen, it's definitely pretty pricey. I could theoretically buy two analog pedals for the same price, but they'd be top quality and I'd have consistently great sound. Thus buying this pedal comes down to this; would you rather have a few great sounds or a ton of less-than-great sounds? If you think of the latter, than this is definitely your pedal. I've played a lot of these things and I don't really dig them in general, but I'd say I'd make an exception to this one.
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• 02/07/12

  worldmetaller's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  Hello, sorry a bit late here is the opinion on the Pod XT Live.
  
  On the outskirts is a sturdy product I used to live a cinquentaine times a year for 6 years and really no problem.
  
  You can also load sounds or types of microphones on the net.
  
  This is a digital pedal not very bulky. About 40cm on 30cm.
  
  It offers modulations amps, pedals, and guitar sounds typical ... but the result is well finished.

  Utilization

  The handling of programs and the impact is fairly simple to use, and on stage we can have everything under their feet quickly.
  
  The manual is very clear and we can learn a lot about the effects of past and present. Very interesting.

  Sound Quality

  The sounds are real but have to work a little above, the speaker simulator works fine too.
  
  There is an excellent effect that combined with its low saturated and have to wrap the sustain is the Vetta juice which is really great.
  
  The delays and reverbs are good.
  
  Many choices of saturation from the amps and speakers that can also select.
  
  Wha and the volume are also very effective.
  
  The clean sounds are not bad once again have to get good équalisations and settings.

  Overall Opinion

  This is a good handy device that allowed me to play (professionally I mean) in many small places.
  
  To save as it is a nice tool, that can deliver great sounds and with all the ease of management share the connection out live on a sound card, or direct to disk.
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• 02/03/12

  Hifi's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " Good product"

  Characteristics

  many effects, simulations .... digital :)

  Utilization

  overall it is really simple: you select the effect or amp, turn the knobs.
  
  
  
  The display is on a small monochrome screen (orange).
  
  
  
  The amp simulation is detachable or adjustable to your amp type.

  Sound Quality

  The possibilities are endless, the quality is good but not necessarily musical.
  
  
  
  I use it with a standard guitar, but it is possible to connect a Line 6 Variax guitar and control through the pedal.

  Overall Opinion

  I used it 2 years on stage, Repette studio.
  
  
  
  the biggest worries is to have a level unequaled: you can go from an amp with an acoustic reverb has a Soldano simulation area with a metal front.
  
  So even if the output level is identical with the rendering equalization can take you to the very present the inaudible! And even if you try to fix this before the headphone, which is not the same reaction as the sound of the room ..
  
  C But the problem of a priori all cranks.
  
  
  
  The good thing however is the USB plug that allows to use the Pod XT Live as a sound card! And that changes everything: no latent (the treatment is in the pedal), the sound is super nickel (since tranfer digitally pc).
  
  
  
  In short, this model is a bit outdated but reliable, solid, professional, easy and with many possibilities.
  
  
  
  Taken at the secondhand, if it meets your needs has, no worries.
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• 01/30/12

  hellpig's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " Good but ..."

  Characteristics

  All digital and emule a lot of effects of all type.
  
  Editable boiboite or so on the mac or pc ... So there's a small point that even when interret, you can not edit EVERYTHING on the computer, such as the assignment of orders for the expression pedal bah ... ah ... yes, will have to look ....
  
  The connection of Bouzin is complete but there is no effects loop (added from above by the models that followed.)
  
  So we find: guitar input jack, stereo jack output, Variax input, headphone mini jack MIDI IN and OUT and USB.
  
  There's something to see happen ... but still, missing fx loop ... (shit shit!)

  Utilization

  So how does it work? It works basically like a chaining pedals, no more or less with the possibility of modulation or delays in the beginning and end of string with the impact that has on the ca ... the manual is clear and clear, easy to program, short line 6. I had a boss before Gt5 was a bit more complex but also more powerful at the issue ... you could really make strange sounds with ....

  Sound Quality

  His side ... bah, go let's say it's like comparing the special effects of Star Wars 70 years and the last ... it happens, it's nice but it is much better even if some aujoud'hui modulations are downright good. Abuse of the side line 6 always want to compare the incomparable is a little torn but a chorus of 70 years is difficult to compare with something of this machine, although it is emulated. It's digital, it's not hot like a pedal all the same. (Do not push it either)
  
  I only use very little or no preamp section of thing. In fact I use the tuner, volume, modulation and reverb time since I used the effects loop of my amp. For this, it's okay but for the preamp you should use a dedicated amp type neutral.
  
  I used to see my Pod in my head marshall tube for example using a simulated preamp direct to rectify the input power and faith, not hurt the ca ...
  
  For the rest we will say that after a few settings you can use it as a sound card to register in the computer (garageband for me). And it works without annoying latency.
  
  Side effects so I like the modulations, delays and reverbs for the rest, will be ironed.
  
  All that is in the fx junkie pack is for me the real crap ... useless and not really interresting ... whammy simulation is the same ... we are very far from a real good but we far as the price ...

  Overall Opinion

  After 7 years (already!) Of loyal service I therefore seeks to replace this pedal with a larger and more recent. I thought the pod 500 hd for the collection of effects in it and sound quality for the above amp emulations. I am still thinking ... I tate ... we'll see ...
  
  It's not a bad machine, it lasts without failure May sbon There's stuff that I like and others that irritate me as the fact of not being able to assign as the new pod hd other effects on the pedal "amp" and "stomp" in order to put / remove on the fly ... but the 500 hd fix that (and also removes the switch start-up industry!!)
  
  Go is compact, it makes a lot of stuff and there's still effects not found in competitors such as the uni vibe so we will say that it is a good pedal even if I not tried every pedal of the earth and that I simply read the data sheet to buy it.
  
  With time and looking back in 2005, there was no better for 500 euro then I think o will say it was not such a bad choice ... since I have always (if unbearable I would have already cast)
  
  Good animal will ... ^ ^
  
  Today we find plenty of opportunity for a shot of cider so it is even more the blow ..
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• 01/18/12

  Nikozzz2000's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " Gas Plant"

  Characteristics

  A sound box
  
  Part 1 amp simulation
  
  Part 1 effects
  
  Eq + various tools, etc. ..
  
  Good connection

  Utilization

  Config not so obvious to a neophyte, simple for those who are accustomed to this kind of machines.
  
  Manual very cool clear and complete
  
  Very pleasant Edition via the supplied software

  Sound Quality

  Quality sound very nice but you have to take me time to configure the beast according to his needs.
  
  This is very important, it takes so much time but the result is often very convincing.
  
  We must test the sounds at home with the same volule on scene because the sound of the pod are very sensitive to changes in volume.

  Overall Opinion

  I do not like too many amps simulated, but the effects are fun and AGEC time, we get a good result.
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• 01/15/12

  charlie095's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " the war machine"

  Characteristics

  a plethora of effects are available through the magic of digital technology, the better to see the manufacturer's website
  
  effects can be edited via line6 edit software (Mac and PC)
  
  Connectivity: USB, guitar input jack 6.35 + Variax input, MIDI IN and OUT (through), headphone jack into two 6.35 + amp outputs: one right and one left jack 6.35, and an input auxiliary

  Utilization

  configuration very intuitive, clear and comprehensive manual, editing is via the software is super easy (it's like to deal with real effects and amps) on the other hand edit directly through the pod quickly becomes hassle

  Sound Quality

  modeling of effects and amp are very realistic and even bluffing with headphones, a little less if plugged into an amp (or so you have to spend time tweaking the settings) as each amp is different and therefore interact differently the pod
  
  I bought a power amp, Tech21 is fairly neutral as it has no preamp it does not alter the sounds of the pod too

  Overall Opinion

  I use it for several years and is the only model of multi-effect modeling that I tried.
  
  I love how easy it is to create or even download presets from the Internet and the ease to change preset live or repeating through the pedal format, what is missing in my opinion it is a second guitar input for able to connect before the pod stereo effects.
  
  value for money is always good when you see the number of effects and amps.
  
  With the experience I remake that choice even if ultimately I use more for the record to repeat.
  
  Attention, even if the models are excellent digital sound live has not made exactly the same as analog. For use in home studio cons nothing to say is ultra powerful and realistic
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• 01/06/12

  Gabdag's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " Mixed feelings on the Pod XT Live"

  Characteristics

  In fact, we find everything and anything as fact, reverb, echo (delay) of saturation, cleans, etc ... etc ... and everyone to make sauce!
  
  It's digital, so the sound is a little cold. All connectors are present, MIDI and USB (RJ45) to connect to the computer with Gearbox and download sounds from other musicians on-line (that pretty good).

  Utilization

  The CG is pretty simple to understand. The manual is quite clear
  
  Editing sounds is the future and to the taste of everyone, but nothing too complicated.

  Sound Quality

  As I said above, there are all so good delay, one or two other effects of saturated and enough cans for music "normal" but that can be used if it is a little crazy hardcore progressive jazz metal ( if you know what I mean)

  Overall Opinion

  I used it 2 years and then sold to the X3 LIVE which is the same with qqs additional parameters. Previously I had tried the Boss GT3 and even before the Korg AX 30 G.
  
  What I like most is that it is a pedal for the stage so very strong, the least that there are too many sounds that I use to rien.Je prefer pedals with only 5 super saturations, 5 Very good delay, reverb and chorus / flanger, and 5 very good sound clean. For me it would be ideal.
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