I think the church would prefer the hd500x due to cost. But i prefer the helix or headrush, because the footswitches have lighted labels, whereas the hd500x has a teenytiny little screen and footswitches that just say fs1. Both work with pro tools, as well as every other daw. Ive previously seen from line6 and ive tried most of their guitar gear. I have a pod hd500 as well, and i did make a couple of good sounding patches, but it didnt replace my amp in any way. Hd pro also has the integrated fbv foot switch and line 6 link, which is amazing if you use a variax, dt amp or stagesource monitoring system. Get info on all the modeled amps that pod, pod pro and flextone ii offer. Sep 20, 2011 since debuting at the turn of the century, the digitalmodeling members of line 6s pod family have become fixtures in both project and pro studios everywhere. So far the best options appear to be the line 6 pod hd pro rack and the avid eleven rack. Pod hd 500x nova patch presets demo video duration.
The editing software is usable, and you can do a lot of your custom patching on the computer and download it into the pod at will. Jul 15, 2016 the line 6 pod xt, marketed as the ultimate tone for guitar, is a comprehensive modeler, an approximation of everything under the sun from the birth of rock and roll to 2002and the pod with which ive had the most experience. So, its no surprise theyve come up with a pod in rack format, offering a plethora of inputs and outputs, called the pod x3 pro. This x model upgrades the cpu, so its got tons of processing power for tapping into tons of detailed amp models and effects. Line 6 has worked these features and more into its pod hd pro x rackmount processor, without losing sight of the sonic fidelity that made the original pod hd pro such a hit with gigging guitarists. The sound is different when i record via usb pod hd line 6.
Explore the various tonal possibilities of pod hd 500, 500x, pro, pro x and desktop bean. Click about for information on the line 6 pod hd500x. So ive been looking for the best modeler for me and it came down to the avid eleven rack vs the pod hd pro x. It replaced my eleven rack which i still love and the flexibility is just worlds better. For handsfree control over preset switching, effects, volume and looper functions, simply connect a line 6 fbv shortboard mkii foot controller to your pod hd pro x. Pod hd500 costs 50% less and provides nearly all of the functionality. Pod pro is the perfect pod for your rackmount system, and supports a slew of additional pro features. There is also a program called 11 hack which allows you to load different presets with out pt. Its like having several panels on each patch, versus having physical pedals. Hey guys im trying to get a home studio going here. Avid eleven rack comparison of amp, cabinet, and fx models youtube line 6 helix vs. Award winning line 6 amp models that emulate an allstar collection of legendary amplifiers. Avid eleven rack comparison of amp, cabinet, and fx models duration. Good collection of amps 9 types of builtin effects dynamic, distortion, eq, wah, reverb, delay, pitch, filter.
The pod hd 500 has that touch and feel similar to the eleven rack plus the amps and effects the hd 500 have are just better in my honest opinion and the fact that you have the pedal board to control it all is a huge plus. Variax knobs as controllers it is also possible to assign the volume andor tone knob of any line 6 variax guitar to control any pod hd pro x amp or fx parameter. Warning about downloaded tones, patches and presets. Axe fx vs eleven rack vs pod hd 500x rob chapman forum. Pod hd pro x delivers incredible hd guitar tones for your rack. The nextgeneration desktop recording solution for guitar has arrived. They were delivered, then promptly stolen off my porch we already have video surveillance, yada yada, but we have beefed up our package security now. Save line 6 pod hd pro x to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. How does it compare to a line 6 pod hd400 being sold for 300. Line 6 pod hd pro x guitar multieffects rackmount processor.
Using lower values instead of auto will do the trick looking at the patches in this thread we see that, as it should be, the noise. Line 6, pod, pod pro, bass pod, flextone, floor board, fb4, ax2. Ranging from the pintsized pocket pod to the pod x3 pro rackmount, pod products are available to fit nearly every budget and featureset requirement. I have had my eleven rack for 3 months now and it is time to tell you how i feel about it. The pod hd pro x is a rack mountable, allinclusive guitar system that puts scores of cool sounds at your disposal. To be able to get new patches in and out of the eleven rack, youll need to be able to load pro tools it has the eleven rack interface that you use for those functions. Ive heard some good and bad about the line 6 pod hd pro x. Sos forum headrush v eleven rack v line 6 helix lt. Line6 pod hd500x custom patches by glenn delaune home.
These are both quick patches set up similar to compare them in their. Hello, i have a pod pro x that i would like to use for effects only after an eleven rack that i just picked up. With an upgraded cpu that easily handles multiple memoryheavy effects, the pod hd pro x has the extra horsepower you need for even the most effectsladen presets. Curious if the sound will suffer due to there being only one vs. Everything sounds lifeless and squashed through it.
And the odd thing is, from the sounds you want, i would say thats some of the hd pro s strengths. The new line 6 pod hd pro x gives you everything youd expect from a pod, and much more. Pod go is line 6s all new next generation pod, built to toss into your backpack. You can get very similar results as far as tone is concerned, but the eleven edges the hd500 in the ease of getting good tones and the amp models are more realistic. This free firmware update for helix and hx hardware processors introduces a new amp model, two new cab models, six new effects models, output and gain reduction meters, signal presentclip meters, and more. The eleven rack is what convinced me i could step away from more than 30 years of tube amps. Headrush v eleven rack v line 6 helix lt by music wolf. Im sure the avid eleven rack is an amazing rack mount multifx amp modeller, but the software and updating process is a complete.
The pod hd pro has a lot more versatility and capability with more amp models, effects, amp and cabinet parameters and hardware io than eleven rack. The line 6 pod xt, marketed as the ultimate tone for guitar, is a comprehensive modeler, an approximation of everything under the sun from the birth of rock and roll to 2002and the pod with which ive had the most experience. I dont have either item but i was asking here on gs about the eleven rack yesterday. Otoh, there are a raft of free patches out there available from various sources, not the least of which is line 6 s custom tone web site itself. Plug in a mic to track vocals or acoustic instruments. I believe it also comes with a version of pro tools.
If avid comes out with a new version of the eleven maybe like the pod hd 500 in a floor board i would consider checking it. There are dozens of ways to get the tones you want recorded for less money than the eleven rack. More processing power, more creativitywith unparalleled flexibility and more processing power than anything in its class, pod hd pro x is built for tone creation. Pod hd pro or eleven rack rack systems live and studio. Can pod go patches be imported into the helix editor. If you have the money get a kemper it is the best amp i have ever used. The eleven rack seems to be lacking in the heavymetal tones. Some people say the sound is very compressed and digital sounding and that any audio interface would be better to record through than what comes stock with the pod. Mark ewing the new line 6 flextone iii is also worth a mention here, as it has a preamp system based closely on that of the podxt, though with a simplified control system, a limit of four user patches unless one of the optional line 6 foot controllers is used and some interesting new amp models not available from the podxt or podxt pro. I mainly play guitar so of course i want an awesome interface to work with. There was a five star patch called brick house that i would have never figured out editing myself, but it is the best funk sound i have ever heard. Eleven rack treadplate by isolation elements now under the name invase published on 201403t00. Right now i have an eleven rack which i like for some stuff and a rocktron pro q which take up my little rack case. I had a line6 pod and i tested the pod hd pro x direct competitor to the eleven rack.
Jun 08, 2012 line 6 has released a series of free updates for the pod hd that increased sound quality and added models and features. Explore the various tonal possibilities of helix floor, lt and native with custom choptones irs or the great tone matching from the best amplifiers. Pod hd pro x outputsto optimize for direct recording versus connecting to an external amplifier. After releasing their pod x3 and x3 live in 2008, worthy descendants in their own right of the pod xt, line 6 felt it necessary to update the pod pro. When editing patches in line 6 edit, you cant rearrange the order of the items in the ui, but you can in the signal chain. Line 6 recently released the x series, upgraded versions of their flagship pod hd pro and hd500 models. Use it as an audio interface for the studio, stage and anywhere in between. Download over 400 patches for pod, pod pro and flextone ii. Discover three scenarios for using eleven rack live.
With an extensive collection of renowned hd amps and over 100 studio and stomp effects, the pod hd pro x allows you to recreate classic tones or go somewhere new. I think you can get fairly close to it with a pod hd. Eleven rack et pod hd forum avid eleven rack audiofanzine. Connecting eleven rack to pod hd pro x pod hd line 6.
Theyve made updates and variants, but for our purposes, were going to discuss the original pod xt. If you cant get enough line 6 info to keep you happy, check out these other great sites. Avid eleven rack vs line 6 pod hd vs other ultimate guitar. Dont forget that mitch is comparing them, so he has to dial then in the same, not to each of their best. Overall i preferred the sound of the eleven but i loved the dual amp line. Check here for answers to your technical questions. Pod pro manual intro rev c page 1 monday, september 11.
The first desktop pod featuring revolutionary hd modeling pod hd represents a giant leap forward for amp modeling. Comme vous avez pu constate dernierement, line6 a sortit ca derniere bete nome pod hd pro x qui ressemble kmm au bon vieu eleven rack qui. Im thinking either the hd500 line 6 or the eleven rack. Long story short, i ordered a new guitar and accessories from sweetwater.
But, again, if you can afford it go for the kemper. Line 6 pod hd pro x vs avid eleven rack discussion in beginnersfaq. I am mainly interested in a the pod prox or hd500x mostly because i like that you can use 2 different amp models at once. Im not ashamed to say that im talking about melacoredjent. Line 6 pod hd desktop guitar multieffects processor. All that said, i did buy an ultra, i did end up selling the eleven rack once i compared it side by side to the ultra, i did love the ultra right up until i upgraded to the ii, and i am completely certain i did the right thing on each step. Loading and sharing presets for line6 pod pedals requires line6 monkey. Effects are decent, changingbuilding patches is a snap, and there are thousands of patches already built over on. I cant mix to save my life but i can record a couple of clips of different patches i have for you, unprocessed, straight out of the unit if you want. Line 6 hd series vs digi eleven rack the gear page. I used the money and a little extra from the pod and bought an avalon u5 di.
Its good to check on the hd 500 five star patches and which genre of guitar was used, but i still believe it is a good thing to check out the five star patches. I get a great tone and i really like the pod pro but, i really like the idea of using a. Just add a line 6 fbv foot controller for complete control over your presets, parameters and more. Ive noticed that sonically they both work fine for me and are both pretty much versatile except for one thing. Line 6 pod hd pro x guitar multieffects processor musicians. With 512 presets, youve got plenty of options for recalling your tones. I wasnt over impressed by the axe fx especially for the money. Under the hood, there are some similarities, but this ships with a wide array of amps and effects that are intended to be more than adequate for the end user to create their own patches without the need to dig into third party addons. Control eleven rack with a controller or volume pedal. Avid eleven rack vs line 6 pod hd500x battle demo youtube. Note that when assigning a variax knob to remotely control a pod parameter, you might find it preferable to lockthe. Sep 25, 2017 in addition, its powered by the eleven hd engine, which is an improvement on the original from the rack unit. Mar 15, 2012 thus the pro version was born and has been through various incarnations, the newest being the pod hd pro, which takes line 6s latest high definition modelling, as previously seen in the pod hd and the three floor pedal hd pods, and puts it in a smart black 2uhigh rackmount unit.
Im basically looking to get good amp sims and a high quality dacampaudio interface for my computer. Eleven rack vs line 6 products my verdict eleven rack. The line 6 pod hd pro x rackmount guitar effects processor is the ultimate tone shaping tool for guitarists who demand the best. Question line 6 firehawk fx or the pod guitar reddit. Record your hd tones directly into any daw via usb. The axefx ultra i have suffers from a couple of the same ills as the 11r. Chimpspanner posted an amazing youtube tutorial for creating djent tones that include an amazing tesseract style ambient. Okay, so tomorrow i am going to pull the trigger on either the eleven rack or the line 6 pod hd pro x. Eleven rack and axe fx ii not i has the capacitors option and this is a hardware. Eleven rack all fairly good but the kemper is better than them all.