All user reviews for the Line 6 GuitarPort XT

Boter connect between a guitar and a PC
Updating a few months (v2.0) with all the possible effects of memory must miss one octave and a whammy
All is ditable on the PC (if rfrer to www.line6.com website)
Between guitar
Volume
Between USB, headphone, HP
Outputs: L and R audio

USE

Quick Installation
Warning only runs on Windows 98 second edition and aprsy including XP
Edition very intuitive: it's like having pedals in front but there's less son and takes up less space
Clear and very funny Manual (first time or one is near you in a record)

IMPLEMENTATION

Effective indeed, full of possibilities, we can combine full effect
Guitar Connection only
Everything is valid in the program, especially since the update (free) v2.0
Attention all the same have a sound not too pourrave card and a PC that does not train too much for the latency between when you play and where the sound comes out of HP (P4 2.4 Ghz me c nickel)

NOTICE GLOBAL

Use since about 1 year
Possibility with a subscription to have over very well with the hair cell and those sounds of the greatest guitarists (approx. $ 7.95 / month)
2 complaints though: updates are correct but not quite my taste, rather typ rock legend but has since amlior can be (we can subscribe and dsabonner as we want)
Warning: when you dsabonne the moceaux recorded on the hard drive with partoches are no longer accessible but the sounds they are still useable
Report qualitprix average
What I really like is the practical ct but the major concern is to be motivated when you are subscribed so I have arrtbr /> I think the problem with PCs is that there was so many things you no longer focuses on the essential is to say the game
Last thing: Register impossible to reach something with a style I cubase software includes nothing so mfier before you buy if for recording guitar on the PC

I bought this unit in Holland because i dont earn a lot of money, but still wanted to have many possibilities, i payed roughly 120 pounds for it.

This 'guitarport' has so many possibilities, that can even grow because line6 has made it possible that you can download new updates, effects, and styles of playing.. You can basicly press on a button for example 'Jimi hendrix' and it puts the effect that Jimi uses to play with, so you can play just like him.

What i dont like that because you have to play through you're computer speakers, you cant just take the 'Guitarport' and give a gig somewhere, you have to play at a computer.. But the price makes up for everything, considering a normal Stompbox (single effect box) has a price of about 100 pounds.

The construction well its a little box with on one side an socket for you're guitar cord, on the other side a socket for the withbrought usb cable. The quality of the unit is super, only if you have got bad quality speakers attached to you're pc, then the problem wont be the guitarport, but you're speakers.

Overall the Guitarport produced by Line6 is an outstanding product. Everybody can learn from it, even the professionals, and for the beginners it opens a new world of infinite possibilities..


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I bought this item because I use the line 6 pod pro with my live rig, so insted of moving all that heavy gear to and from band rehersal I bought this to keep in the studio. I paid $99.00 + tax when it was on sale at guitar center.

I was suprised to find all that it offered to its online members. I wanted a line 6 so that the guitar in my studio demos would sound the same as the rehersals and live shows. You can also download any guitar sound that you like, line 6 has a tone library where you can enter an artist's name or a band name and you get their effect settings and lessons if you need them.

although there is a hum reducer, unless you have a lcd monitor you will hear some noise if you are too close to the screen.

This unit is small and durable, it has a volume knob right on top that makes it easy to adjust quickly.

The bottom line is, line six at this time is the leader in guitar amp modeling.
everyone is trying to emulate the warm, harmonic-rich sound of a class A tube amp, the line 6 engineers have done a great job. I use (like many other artists) line 6 effects with a tube amp. you can hear my sound at my website 16 bit sound.
http://www.16bitsound.com/

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I purchased the Line 6 Guitar Port at a local music store for $99. I bought the unit after reading a glowing review of the unit's stomp box effects and tube-amp modeling in a computer geek magazine. I play primarily acoustic guitar music and have no desire (or cash) to buy all the effects boxes, amps, etc. needed to "rock-out" but I still like to make noise occasionally.

The Line 6 Guitar Port and included software allows me to play around with my acoustic/electric guitar in ways I never dreamed possible. I can alter my guitar's sound with an amazing array of effects - all of which are nearly perfectly rendered. As an added bonus the unit also allows me to record my playing directly to my PC. I have yet to explore the Guitar Port website but for a small monthly fee they offer lots of extras.

As an earlier reviewer noted, the system requirements are very specific. Before you purchase the Guitar Port be SURE to read them carefully. You shouldn't have a problem with any quality PC built within the last two years. I am currently running the Guitar Port software on a Windows XP machine with an AMD XP2400 processor and Soundblaster Live and have no compatibility issues what so ever. The unit connects to a USB port on my PC and another line goes from the unit's headphone jack to the line-in jack on my soundcard.

The construction of the unit is simple and solid. All of the many tweaks to the sound are accomplished with mouse clicks on-screen. The only dial on the Guitar Port itself is for volume. The bottom is equipped with punchouts to semi-permanently mount the box, if need be.

I feel the Line 6 Guitar Port is well worth the relatively small investment.

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I purchased this product from musiciansfriend.com for $170.00 plus shipping.

What I like about this product is that for its price, the sounds it can make are pretty awesome.

I purchased it because I was trying to record loops for the sofware Acid Pro and Cakewalk, but because I was using my laptop's mike line, I ended up having too many unwanted noices. I thought that by connecting to my laptop through a USB port, I would eradicate all the unwanted noices.

This product did get rid of all the unwanted noices I was having.

I have Windows XP and it worked fine.

The problem I ended up having however, are:

1. The Line 6 Guitar Port software is not compatible with Cakewalk or Acid Pro. So, I still can't record the loops I wanted to record in the first place.

2. For some reason, when I connect my laptop to my amp everything goes perfect, but when I connect any of my pedals between my laptop and the amp, I lose all the sound. I thought that maybe the problem was that I had a bad cable or a bad battery, but that doesn't seem to be the case. I have no idea why this is happening or how to solve it.

3. Other programs, like antivirus or screen savers, tend to disrupt the sound quality and when they use too much memory or something, undesireble fuzz and grrrrrr sounds come through.



It is made out of good quality and it seems to be a very durable unit if not abused.

Great sound, but it is useless for recording loops for Cakewalk or Acid Pro.

To do what I originally wanted to do, I still have to purchase a recording machine, such as a Korg Pandora PXR4 4-track digital recording studio. Which costs around $300 plus tax and shipping.

With that machine, I hope to be able to record the Acid or Cakewalk drums and base loops on one track, and voices and other instruments through other tracks.

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PURCHASED AT: Daddy's Junky Music

PAID: $169

DESCRIPION:
The Guitar Port is a small interfacing device to be used between an electric guitar and a PC. I had purchased it with an interest in recording my music, and to utilize the Web for skill expansion.

COMPATIBILITY:
Windows 98SE, ME, 2000. These are listed on the box. The Line 6 website for Guitar Port has an update announcement with a download link to an alleged Windows XP driver. However, when I ran this download, it was just like the Disappointed Musician review -it failed the XP logo test! Line 6 had sold me a line of crap, so I selected the driver's option button NOT to proceed with the program - IT INSTALLED THE DAMNED DRIVER ANYWAY! At least it didn't ignore my order to uninstall. DO NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT IF YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM IS WINDOWS XP!


- Nicely designed, very compact device
- Beautiful candyapple red painted finish.

Since I don't have a good driver to install and use this device, I cannot testify firsthand for other features.



- Bad compatibility
- Blatant dishonesty (or amazingly sloppy software engineering) where compatibility is concerned
- driver installation software disregarded my abort command

For the time since XP has been the mainstream for home computers, you would expect a company like Line 6 to make that system a priority. Not only was this not the case, but their web update link was hard to find, and then turned out to be false. If I knew what I was looking for, I would have been able to shop around online. If you know of a similar product, try that one instead!



As stated before, I like the physical design and overall look. It looks very cool, it's small enough to be manageable, has effective traction to keep it from sliding over edges, and gives overall the impression of high quality construction. Unfortuneatly, this makes it no more than a nice decoration without competent software support!

It's a nice looking, nicely made gadget. It's made by Line 6, who did not put nearly as much into the driver support as they did with the paint job. Without good drivers, it's a hell of an expensive doorstop, and now the company disregards the importance of all Windows XP users. They must be living in the f*cking Twilight Zone! Since I can't get past the driver installation, the rating below means nothing, so I'll leave at the lowest.

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Got this for a Chirstmas present Dec 2002. Daves Guitar (World famous)Wisconsin store. I picked it, my wife paid $139.00 USD

Versatile unit. VERY helpful for beginners (like me). Plenty of amp models to chose from, great learning tool. Online features are excellent! New riffs, tracks and songs every week.

OK stand alone but "Guitar Port online" ($7.00 per month)is where you want to be.

Excellent, heavy so it stays put.

Good value, get many pedals/effects for the price of one. Installs easy-easy setup. Buy one to play with....

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I bought this product from a store in manchester, I'd heard it being used and it seemed a quality piece of eqpt, for the Pro Player, it was 130.00 pounds

As its for a Computer it is the right size
and very well made, I like the interface of the Software, and the sounds produced are realistic, depending on your computer hardware of course as well as the guitars you use, this suits my Gibson and Strat very well.

I think the Software drivers need to be more stable, It did work in xp sp1 and win98
but occasionally it "freaks the Computer"
No Asio drivers for Cubase and no instructions of how to integrate it in these programmes as you would a VST instrument, after all this is what it is made for.

Yeah, well made

Apart from the driver issues and a proper instructions for recording software, it follows the success of the Pod 2 very well, a good addition for any player, and reasonably priced. would get 5 out of 5 if not for the drivers and info.

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I purchased the unit at Guitar Center after reading a variety of reviews and magazine articles. I paid $169.99. I am an intermeidate/hobby guitarist, my son is a drummer, so I thought I would practice a bit and get the chops back.

The amp models are amazing and I like seeing the panels and the dials. I don't have the greatest electric guitar,but this thing makes it sound great. My buddy who was in a rock band for 10 years came over and tried it out. He could not believe the sound. He said he had owned most of the amps that were modeled and they sounded great. I played the thing for 3 hours just messing with the amp settings. I subscribed to the online service and I like the news, the online lessons, tones, tracks. I learned to play Tush by ZZ-Top in a couple of hours. Best guitar money I ever spent.

Some say it was hard to set-up, but my 7 year old figured it out - so it can't be that bad. It will not work with the old AMD K6 processor, but any newer machine will work. Occasionally locks-up the computer (but this is a bargain/bargain basement computer). A reboot cleans it up. It sounds best through headphones, sounds horrible through the PC speakers and we have not figured out how to hook it up to the PA/Amp with no feedback. I thing the Line 6 POD is the tool for that. You need to download the latest updates before installing to be sure it works with your computer.

A software CD and interface unit are provided. The unit is plastic, but weighted to stay put. There is one big volume dial on the interface unit. All other controls are managed by your mouse on your computer. All cords are provided to hook the unit up to your computer, although you will need a Y jack if you want to listen to it through your PC speakers, headphones and your guitar cord.

OK, I am not a professional musician. I doodle on the guitar. This thing is great for what I need. I spend an hour in the basement, I am jamming with ZZ-Top, SRV, Hendrix, Stray Cats at ear splitting volume on the headphones, while my wife and kids are sleaping. Perfect.

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This effects processor was purchased at Guitar Center for $169. I was primarily interested in a processor that had a good computer interface for home studio use.. multi-track recording.

Using the Guitar Port is fairly intuitive. Also, saving particular configurations is a simple file-save operation. Generally, the quality of the effects are good. The tuner works well.

This effects box really misses the mark for any home studio use. It does not work properly with other multi-track applications such as CoolEdit or Guitar Tracks. Also, it is a real CPU "hog".. which bogged down an IBM 1GHz laptop with 512M of RAM, causing occasional "drop-outs". The CD player function works OK, but you cannot modify any effects settings during play. Also, the lower portion of the screen is dedicated to advertising their internet "jam along" stuff. Seems like that display space could be used much better for displaying relevant effects information, etc. How is it that you can download effects presets for the POD, but Line6 doesn't offer that for the Guitar Port unless you join that monthly service? Poor strategy. Overall, this product seems like a good idea at the right price... but executed poorly.

Construction seems fine. The volume knob is a rather silly design.

Unless Line6 offers a significant revision to the current product, I'd recommend getting some other product for home studio use. If you do want to give it a try, be sure you can return it for a full refund.

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I actually traded a Fender American Strat for the GP and had some cash left over - got a gothic Squire strat (H/H) at a local Guitar Center.

I know that most people would look at me and say, "That guy's nuts!!!" for trading an american strat for this, but believe me, it was WELL WORTH IT!! This unit is so easy to install and use. Basically the instructions tell you precisely what to do when and you are all set. Plug in yer guitar and wail!
The controls are very simple to use. And for someone who has never had much money to spend on music gear - this thing (like all Line 6 products) is a god send! I have never heard what a Mesa sounds like, except on the car stereo. My gear is that Squire strat and Kramer Baretta through some effects to a Fender Deville 2x12.

There is nothing I don't like about this unit, besides one thing: Line 6 should offer this baby with more boutique items such as Soldano, other Mesa's besides the dual rectifier, Bogner, newer and older Fender amps, Randall, Hughes and Kettner, Laney and on and on - basically a smorgasbord of all the great amps that the majority of guitarists like me will never know or have the pleasure of playing.
On the same note, I know that Line 6 offers the Pod 2 and Pod XT that plugs in by USB (so I guess that will have to be my next purchase).


The contruction is solid and seems very well built, but I would be very afraid to drop it. Nothing is unbreakable.

I think the Guitar Port is a kick ass practise/Jam the F##K Out tool. I do not recommend it for gigging, but I would for recording.

Line 6 has got a great thing going! Keep up the good work!

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Purchased from Musicians Friend $169.99

The Guitar Ports set up was easy everything you need is in the box.
Tons of rythem loops to practice your leads with.
Great tutorials and lessons even for experienced guitar players.
More amps and effects combos then you'll ever need. You can pick your amp of choice set it up like you like it and even pick the speaker set up your looking for two 2-12"s ,cabinet ect.

I really have nothing negative to say about the line 6 guitar port.
I've been using it for about 6 months and it's everything I expected and more, well worth the 170 bucks and the $8.00 dollars a month for online connection.

Well put together,same quality I've seen with most Line 6 products.


You should check that you have at least 128MB RAM and 40MB free storage so everything runs smooth.I am using Windows XP and it works very well.
If you don't have buddys to jam with or you just want a cool way to practice the Line 6 guitar port is your ticket.
If only I had this when I was learning to play guitar it would have sped things up alot and been a more fun then thumbing threw Mel Bay books(no offense to Mel).
A great buy just make sure your computer has what it needs,check the web sit for exact requirements.


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Guitar Center, Garden City Long Island
$165.00

Sturdy, great interface, very good support, Incredible amp sounds, decent effects, inexpensive, PC requirements are not that drastic. I can keep my 4x12 cab out of the house and still blow the roof off my appartment. The fact it will allow an audio source (CD or MP3) with separate levels and the fact you can change the speed of the source without changing the pitch.
Allows you to interface with your soundcard.

It's very usable, however if you dont follow the on screen instructions to the letter you might have some problems.



No way to switch the patches without actually going to the computer and clicking on something.
No trial for the online use. (I really dig this thing without the service.)
No mac support at this time. (I have a powerbook and would love to show up to rehersal with twelve ounces of gear instead of an 80lb. rack and my Marshall 4x12 bottom.)

More sturdy than it appears. Looks like something from the 80's TV Mini-Series the Martian Chronicles.

Just as a great amp (or a half dozen amp) and distortion that blows my GP-100 out the door I love this thing. It's the best piece of guitar equiptment I have ever purchased for the price; hands down.

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