What REALLY made this such a great set of demos was Ryan's obvious delight as he delved into the POD - and the wealth of riffs and snippets he ran through. A masterclass.
Further to my earlier comment about having pre-ordered this based on this fine video (and 2 others), and about intending to return the Boss IR2 due to arrive today and use the Pod Express instead, I wish to express my VERY SINCERE THANKS to the tremendous community of helpful individuals who apparently live on this channel, alongside Mr. Good Soul, himself, i.e. Ryan. You guys and/or gals gave me some very helpful input to inform my decisions. Ya have to love a channel where such people exist. And to make a long story shortish: I will probably keep both units, now, and play with which is best for what on my acoustic/electric pedalboard for solo gigs.
I love the UI on this thing. Seeing where you are set with the other effects lets you get a really good idea of what you are looking for. This peice of gear is so well thought out. All of what you mostly need and sounds great. But the control layout is what sells it for me. MIDI would have been a HUGE bonus to quick-access the presets but thats a minor gripe.
@@60CycleHumcast True but I'd get this thing as like "extra dsp" or with an external midi to better access the presets rather than bank up/down. My HX Stomp XL is going nowhere and I'm still planning on the HX One to accompany it but this lil thing would make a fine addition as like a 3rd channel
I just ordered mine from Amazon since I had a gift card. Sounds amazing for the price and I like Line 6 gear in general. Nice video. I will post some comments once it arrives on Friday.
I detest Line 6 gear as a rule, that said, I'm buying this for sure. It's one of the first Line 6 products I've heard that I loved the tones from. Very impressed! What a steal too, wowzers. Keep in mind, this is just my opinion so don't come down on me too hard. LOL Cheers
I actually screwed up and ordered the wrong pedal lol. It arrived today and it’s the bass guitar version. I can’t believe I missed that when I ordered it. So I went back to Amazon and there’s not a single one to be found. I am waiting on Sweetwater now to notify me when they are in stock.
@@im58woody Hey Woody, don't sweat it man. I've ordered the wrong thing from way more than just Amazon. This one is well worth the wait. Cheers my friend
Pod Express has so much going for it. Thanks for running through all the fx options on the Princeton/Clean amp, gives an idea of the essential tones. You're the first one who showed off the looper of any demo I've watched, so simple. Great it has a noisegate too. Bass version sounds fun too. Think I'm getting one of these.
I have a Line6 Catalyst 60 as well as a POD GO, both rule. Gonna need to grab one of these as well, it's basically a Catalyst in the form of a pedal and the portability is a game changer. I used to play through a 5150 head with a Marshall cab... a real pain in the ass to haul. That "LEAD" setting is remarkably close to the sound of my 5150.
I think the POD Express looks great. The red plastic makes it look like a beginner device. But I think experienced and more advanced players will buy them too. They can fill many needs.
Experienced players will develop a need for more individual controls for each of the effects, especially modulation. Plus the individual effects are not easily accessible, you cannot turn them on with one click. If you want that specific phaser setting you will have to scroll through the entire modulation menu, you cannot simply turn it off and keep it idle on your favorite settings waiting to be turned back on again like a regular pedal. That would annoy me within a few days. Though I must say it is a great pedal, but definitely for beginners
@@MrJaapjeAapje Professionals played for years with just guitars and amps. And many still do. If I was playing a cover gig, I might need more, but I can play my original band gigs and country band gigs with this and the optional two button footswitch. Easily.
I'm really impressed. The amp models and OD/Dist sounds are useable, and the effects all sound great, especially the delays and reverbs. Add the looper and USB recording capability, and it's a no-brainer at that price.
Appreciate the line6 pod xt shoutout! I used one of those for almost every guitar track for 15+ years. Finally the power switch failed on me last month.
sounds great! video and demo were very well done! these units have really come along way, I owned the original pod, and the pocket pod years ago. The quality of this version seems to be night and day compared to the old ones. Definitely an upgrade for the better.
I thought the same for few minutes but probably I’ll stick to my IR-2 as it has an effect loop and I’m already ampless with that one. I may buy one of this pod for my gf as she has a bass and I was waiting for a solution like this for bass
I just did today. I already have a POD Go, and other similar toys, so why did I by this? Mainly because it is a very easy-to-use desktop guitar processor - just plug in, get a tone, and record very quickly. No edit menus, intuitive layout, and so small it just fits on my desk.
I can’t lie, I am impressed! My M5 might end up on Reverb sooner than anticipated’ Ryan, you are my favorite! Steve is alright. As well. But, Ryan, you give it to us straight, the way that we all need it! No grudges about the whole bogus christian church nonsense, I still will love you just the same!
This is great! A great sounding, intuitive to use product that also has a great price!! I didn't really hear a bad sound or effect. Very well though out product.
VERY GOOD!!! NO FLAMBOYANT SHOWING OFF - JUST THE SOUNDS - WELL DONE - I'M GOING TO BUY ONE - HOW DO THE EFFECTS SOUND THROUGH A PA (DIRECTLY INTO A MIXER) THOUGH?
I hardly ever watch pedal reviews, and this one really sucked me in. intended to stay long enough to get an idea of the pedal and ended up watching the whole thing. You are awesome at what you do. Have a fun weekend!
Great pedal by the looks of it. I've had the stomp for 3 years and wouldn't trade it but this is a great srtripped down version. The inclusion of the litigator model is a winner. That amp is awesome on the helix. This looks perfect for a bedroom player
Sounds seem good and varied. A DI out is needed if you want to use them live without adding more to your setup. For home recording they cover a lot of bases! I don't know which I would get first but it seems the pair would give great flexibility. Have you tried running guitar through the bass pedal or bass through the guitar pedal? I didn't get a sense from your demo how responsive the amps are to your playing dynamics. Thanks for showing what these can do!
@@ItsaCatsLife ah, well that price hike to get it over the pond does put a damper on things… unfortunately, such is the case with a lot of music gear that’s shipped there. I paid around $350 USD to have a $180 EQD pedal shipped back to the States a couple years ago… pretty wild that there’s that much of a hike!
Great deno! I like the use of the LEDs around the central selector to reflect the value being chosen for the effects. I see there is a jack for an expression pedal or two additional footswitches, and that it can run from 3 AA batteries. I'll be watching for a deeper dive into all the options (you mentioned being able to select different cabinets), but it's impressive how much you can do directly with the controls.
A lot of bang for the buck. I wish I had it early in my electric guitar journey. I'm currently using an HX Stomp. Thanks for also showing the range of the Bass, Mid, and Treble controls. Loopers are awesome in helping guitarists turbocharge how fast they improve. They're also excellent composition tools.
and actually usable in conjunction with others if they would sync to midi time. but its meant for beginners. no midi. dumb. sad. wouldve been prolevel.
I know you’re not a bass player but I really appreciate you demoing the bass pedal. Really gave me a good idea of what it sounds like. Day 1 you have the most comprehensive bass pedal demo so far. I know you didn’t do a deep dive but it was good enough to know I may want this. Thank you and great videos as always. Also if possible, could you please play some more Aquabats style surf music?
The major compromise for me might be the preset nature of the signal chain. I like to put my modulation effects after my reverbs sometimes. Maybe this can be altered by doing a deeper dive into the unit. Otherwise this unit seems to be a massive bang for the Buck. This and a computer and you could be getting started with some serious writing and recording. Having a headphone output makes this a perfect sofa noodling device.
This is pretty much a Catalyst in a pedal, and I absolutely love my Catalyst. I wish they had made this interface for the Catalyst amp. I'll probably buy this and I've no idea what I'll do with it.
Seem to be what made line6 so successful with the OG pod, simple user interface, easy to navigate to get great tones without getting lost in upon lists in menu options, but if you are into deeper edits, you can easily do that on a phone or tablet. Great competitive product to boss and zoom, from a the ones who brought amp modeling to the masses. I want one for song writing ideas on my digital 4track. Simple and quick for getting ideas down and saved when inspiration hits…
Hey Universal Audio - this thing is $179 and its USB-C port can be used as an audio interface AND a direct connection to computers and devices for modification without using flaky Bluetooth. Oh, and it has a headphone jack.
This looks solid! I keep two old Zoom G1on units around just for quick headphone practice etc. It’s basically one of these but older and with drum beats that sync to the looper. As a zoom Multistomp user I’m totally comfortable with the sounds, I’ve hacked it to have exactly what I need, and for a headphone practice setup it checks all the boxes and I never go on tour without one.
good video dude! 🎉 I have a question, do I have to connect a DI to play it live? ( To get a better sound) Or can I just connect directly to the mixer and it will sound good?
My best friend has been a big line 6 fan for decades. He uses the HX. The effects are good, I just cannot stand amplifier emulation. Individual effects are the way to go imo. but the compactness does make this a no brainer for travelling light.
That's a good price point for this little thing! Great for practice and recording I would bet. Amp and cap sim, presets...yeah, this is gonna sell like PODcakes! 😂
Thanks for the video Ryan! I don't care about the enclosure being plastic either but I also feel like they could have made this $199-225 with a metal enclosure and it would still sell just as well if not better....take care!
"that's stupid" but thanks for going there Sir - a great demo. i'm a huge fan of the original POD which basically did what youtube peeps like yourself now do. the bass box excursion was tremendous too. POD's have always been a great place to start
Great demo, man! I usually recommend just a guitar/amp for beginners - otherwise, they spend more time twisting knobs that learning guitar.... just my 2 cents that no-one asked for! LOL! Keep up the great work!!
Seems fun and at this price point it's like an onramp to Line 6 products. They can call them PODs but these are Helix technology and models downsized to run on the POD line. What's not to like about AA battery power and headphones?
I need it to be brain shaped as in Musk’s Nuralink so whatever I am thinking comes out of the amp! I wonder how much that is gonna cost though. Probably not budget friendly!
Even if you don't need all the tones, have a pedal like this on your board is a winner, it sounds great and very small. Great demo. Is this true bypass ?
Just a quick tip to help you in your bass playing journey: When playing with fingers, pull through the string that you want to play and land on the next string rather than pulling at an angle and away. It's easier to control your notes, mute properly, develop speed, etc... It'll change your life. Best of luck!
So solid for the price. These are tones that are already battle tested and people use, and this is so cheap and compact. If you only need one or two sounds, or just want an amp sim with spring verb to run your other pedals into or 100 other uses - this thing is so great at $179, amazing deal.
I’m with you; there’s a lot going on. Whatever sound you’re looking for, it’s probably in there. Impressive price for such a range. I’d buy the bass one just to have the Vintage and Punch settings! I’ve always been impressed with Line 6 from the time they started up. Good on ‘em!
Nah, I would need way more control. I need to be able to easily switch individual effects on and off, I need reverb and delay I can shape to tone of... Same goes for the other effects.
Definately one of the better deals out there for all it can do. I would have loved having one of those when I began my guitar playing journey. I have a small studio set-up running a stereo rig and more pedals than I will ever need already though, but if wanted to simplify this would be a no-brainer for sure.
Excellent review. I feel I know a lot about a new device I would like to have, in place of the Matribox I recently bought, to replace the Behringer XVamp I've had for years. If only I had a dollar for every hour I watch videos about equipment, I'd buy one more device.
The sounds are pretty great! I think I myself am still going to go with an HX Stomp...BUT, this would be KILLER for beginners! These might snag me "Coolest Heckin' Uncle" awards with my nephews... KIDS THESE DAYS! THEY'VE GOT IT SO GOOD WITH ALL THEIR NEW-FANGLED GEAR, BACK IN MY DAY, I'D HAVE TO WALK MY WASHBURN BASS GUITAR AND CRATE PRACTICE AMP TO SCHOOL EACH DAY AND TWICE ON SUNDAYS, UPHILL BOTH WAYS, 50 MILES IN THE SNOW AND HEAT AT THE SAME TIME and then I get shoved aside by someone who had to schlep a Peavey T-40 bass, an Ampeg SVT and Ampeg 8x10 cabinet...
Goddam this is good... Like a simpler, more holistic version of the HX One. For less than $200, you couldn't find better value if you tried. Throw one in your pocket and take it everywhere you go!
I absolutely love your review videos. Honest, and very complete. Frankly, you do everything to what you review that I would do if I were evaluating something for my own use, so your reviews are golden for me. One suggestion, though (you had to know there would be something, right?). ENOUGH WITH THE VIBRATO TAILPIECE!!! It makes hearing the trailing end of the tone impossible. That's it. All-in-all, you do the best gear demos. But unlike the "cowbell" of Saturday Night Live fame, they need LESS vibrato. 👍👍👍
I still have my father's Line 6 Spider amp and Multi Effedts pedal. Back in the nineties I tried the line 6 multi effedts and the best features were the noise gate, amp module and the good modulation patches. It made a eighties cardboard amp sound incredible with my Japanese Jaguar. Not a digital fan but I have 2 workstations. Anal-Log for all analogue pedals and amps. Digital - rape for the digital pedals and amps. Did you say menu-log
I was happy to see a midrange control , I was trying to find the catch , but it even has a noise gate , tuner, expression pedal input . And a somewhat gigable patch change format. The boss ir-2 is $199 with only 2 memory banks and no effects. All anyone really needs is a good clean, a good AC/DC dirt, and boosted Marshall tone for metal . With volume boost for solos. I think everyone should have one of these in their guitar case with some created tones ready to go.
I might have to grab this in a couple of years when I go off to college, tidy little setup with a headphone jack so the roommate doesn’t get annoyed. 🎸 Edit: Built in looper along with a dozen effects is wild too
@@daniellarson3068I hated having free time between classes, so a music theory or 2, voice, 3 or 4 keys/piano, a guitar or two (wanted to take the classical since I play finger style but timing wise I couldn’t swing it, had to take the important classes) & 3 semesters of Cuban/Brazilian drumming myself. It was a good way to breakup the rest of my day but my classes started at 7/8ish every morning and never ended before 9pm 4 days a week I needed to do other things.
@@deanfritsch3363they music classes are usually low credit and you might, might mind you not have to buy anything either so they usually are the cheapest thing you can take and they really break up the day. It helps a lot with everything else, at least for me and might not be homework, lest likely to feel like work, and always the last thing I did and always passed. Plus girls. Never took a college course that had more women on average than music classes. Always nice.
@@deanfritsch3363Maybe you can do both. Tom Scholz of the band Boston has a degree in mechanical engineering from MIT. I'm just sayin' your mechanical engineering courses will probably take up the lion's share of your time and music may have to take a backseat. Brian May did the reverse. When Queen slowed down, he got a PhD in Astrophysics.
Wow. It's such an obvious and simple design that mimics multi-FX amps from manufactures, it was bound to happen and I am happy for it. I can see Blaskstar doing this as well (who knows, maybe they already have!, I am behind, a bit this year)... but I really like these.
Great demo as always! Smart product development by Line 6...'not for me, not my cup 'o tea but I can see a lot of young players using this. You can't beat the price, that's for sure. Nice!
It's not every day you get to hear Echo & the Bunnymen in a pedal review. Well, it's never actually. Thanks Ryan!
I thought the same exact thing!
What REALLY made this such a great set of demos was Ryan's obvious delight as he delved into the POD - and the wealth of riffs and snippets he ran through.
A masterclass.
Thanks for doing the bass one even though you’re not a bassist. You’re the first person I’ve seen do a review I was very curious to hear it.
Get offset has a dedicated bass video too
@@60CycleHumcast If you still have the Bass version of this, could you do a demo/review using your Bass 6? Pretty please with sugar on top!
Further to my earlier comment about having pre-ordered this based on this fine video (and 2 others), and about intending to return the Boss IR2 due to arrive today and use the Pod Express instead, I wish to express my VERY SINCERE THANKS to the tremendous community of helpful individuals who apparently live on this channel, alongside Mr. Good Soul, himself, i.e. Ryan. You guys and/or gals gave me some very helpful input to inform my decisions. Ya have to love a channel where such people exist. And to make a long story shortish: I will probably keep both units, now, and play with which is best for what on my acoustic/electric pedalboard for solo gigs.
I love the UI on this thing. Seeing where you are set with the other effects lets you get a really good idea of what you are looking for. This peice of gear is so well thought out. All of what you mostly need and sounds great. But the control layout is what sells it for me. MIDI would have been a HUGE bonus to quick-access the presets but thats a minor gripe.
MIDI folks would be better off with something like the hx stomp anyways.
@@60CycleHumcastthis would have been perfect with a TRS midi even with just Program Change.
The fender champ has a similar ui. It's just super simple to go from surf to metal
I couldn't agree more about the layout. The helix stomp is my main pedal but I've always hated not being able to see the EQ settings at a glance
@@60CycleHumcast True but I'd get this thing as like "extra dsp" or with an external midi to better access the presets rather than bank up/down. My HX Stomp XL is going nowhere and I'm still planning on the HX One to accompany it but this lil thing would make a fine addition as like a 3rd channel
Looks like something from the last century but with modern tech and sound. Absolutely amazing.
I just ordered mine from Amazon since I had a gift card. Sounds amazing for the price and I like Line 6 gear in general. Nice video. I will post some comments once it arrives on Friday.
I detest Line 6 gear as a rule, that said, I'm buying this for sure. It's one of the first Line 6 products I've heard that I loved the tones from. Very impressed! What a steal too, wowzers. Keep in mind, this is just my opinion so don't come down on me too hard. LOL Cheers
I actually screwed up and ordered the wrong pedal lol. It arrived today and it’s the bass guitar version. I can’t believe I missed that when I ordered it. So I went back to Amazon and there’s not a single one to be found. I am waiting on Sweetwater now to notify me when they are in stock.
@@im58woody Hey Woody, don't sweat it man. I've ordered the wrong thing from way more than just Amazon. This one is well worth the wait. Cheers my friend
@@TheRange7 I appreciate the encouragement brother 👍🏻 We can all report back when we get ours.
Pod Express has so much going for it. Thanks for running through all the fx options on the Princeton/Clean amp, gives an idea of the essential tones. You're the first one who showed off the looper of any demo I've watched, so simple. Great it has a noisegate too. Bass version sounds fun too. Think I'm getting one of these.
I have a Line6 Catalyst 60 as well as a POD GO, both rule. Gonna need to grab one of these as well, it's basically a Catalyst in the form of a pedal and the portability is a game changer. I used to play through a 5150 head with a Marshall cab... a real pain in the ass to haul. That "LEAD" setting is remarkably close to the sound of my 5150.
I think the POD Express looks great. The red plastic makes it look like a beginner device. But I think experienced and more advanced players will buy them too. They can fill many needs.
Experienced players will develop a need for more individual controls for each of the effects, especially modulation. Plus the individual effects are not easily accessible, you cannot turn them on with one click. If you want that specific phaser setting you will have to scroll through the entire modulation menu, you cannot simply turn it off and keep it idle on your favorite settings waiting to be turned back on again like a regular pedal. That would annoy me within a few days. Though I must say it is a great pedal, but definitely for beginners
@@MrJaapjeAapje Professionals played for years with just guitars and amps. And many still do. If I was playing a cover gig, I might need more, but I can play my original band gigs and country band gigs with this and the optional two button footswitch. Easily.
I'm really impressed. The amp models and OD/Dist sounds are useable, and the effects all sound great, especially the delays and reverbs. Add the looper and USB recording capability, and it's a no-brainer at that price.
Appreciate the line6 pod xt shoutout! I used one of those for almost every guitar track for 15+ years. Finally the power switch failed on me last month.
those were solid units. I bought mine used and it had all the upgrade packs. I gigged with it for years.
sick demo you go through all the tones in the style they are supposed to be played in.
sounds great! video and demo were very well done! these units have really come along way, I owned the original pod, and the pocket pod years ago. The quality of this version seems to be night and day compared to the old ones. Definitely an upgrade for the better.
Brilliant. Sold. Will instantly return the Boss IR2 to arrive tomorrow.
If you bought the IR-2 for live use, keep it. If you only bought it to jam through headphones at home, return it and buy the POD Express.
Might as well try them both to see which you prefer. Come back and let us know what you think.
I thought the same for few minutes but probably I’ll stick to my IR-2 as it has an effect loop and I’m already ampless with that one. I may buy one of this pod for my gf as she has a bass and I was waiting for a solution like this for bass
Also...buy it through the link above. It will help Ryans channel a little bit.
Bro, I thought the exact same thing 😂
I kinda want one! Looks like an awesome tool for practicing and sketching out song ideas and jamming with people.
It's a great "throw in the gigbag" type of piece.
This is a freaking no brainier, just ordered the bass version.
I preordered immediately. Thank you 🙏🏾
I just did today. I already have a POD Go, and other similar toys, so why did I by this? Mainly because it is a very easy-to-use desktop guitar processor - just plug in, get a tone, and record very quickly. No edit menus, intuitive layout, and so small it just fits on my desk.
@@davelanciani-dimaensionx "no edit menus" is what sold me lol
I can’t lie, I am impressed!
My M5 might end up on Reverb sooner than anticipated’
Ryan, you are my favorite!
Steve is alright. As well.
But, Ryan, you give it to us straight, the way that we all need it!
No grudges about the whole bogus christian church nonsense, I still will love you just the same!
Great demo! This is all I need to see! I love the Luddite-proof UI on this thing!
That new *Panda Express* pedal from the Line 6 kitchen looks yummy!
This is great! A great sounding, intuitive to use product that also has a great price!! I didn't really hear a bad sound or effect. Very well though out product.
Says “I’m not a bassist” and proceeds to be awesome at bass. Never change my guy
VERY GOOD!!! NO FLAMBOYANT SHOWING OFF - JUST THE SOUNDS - WELL DONE - I'M GOING TO BUY ONE - HOW DO THE EFFECTS SOUND THROUGH A PA (DIRECTLY INTO A MIXER) THOUGH?
I hardly ever watch pedal reviews, and this one really sucked me in. intended to stay long enough to get an idea of the pedal and ended up watching the whole thing. You are awesome at what you do. Have a fun weekend!
Great pedal by the looks of it. I've had the stomp for 3 years and wouldn't trade it but this is a great srtripped down version. The inclusion of the litigator model is a winner. That amp is awesome on the helix. This looks perfect for a bedroom player
Sounds seem good and varied. A DI out is needed if you want to use them live without adding more to your setup. For home recording they cover a lot of bases! I don't know which I would get first but it seems the pair would give great flexibility. Have you tried running guitar through the bass pedal or bass through the guitar pedal? I didn't get a sense from your demo how responsive the amps are to your playing dynamics. Thanks for showing what these can do!
Really brings the vibe of the old bean POD into a modern era with a crazy affordable price tag! Love it!!
Hmmm.. AUD$350 isn't in my 'affordable pedal' range..
@@ItsaCatsLife $180 USD seems pretty reasonable, considering many overdrives are around that same price point these days.
@@skyviewdesign AUD$350 is a lot of money for most of us hobby musos in Australia. Direct conversion would make that $232 USD
@@ItsaCatsLife ah, well that price hike to get it over the pond does put a damper on things… unfortunately, such is the case with a lot of music gear that’s shipped there. I paid around $350 USD to have a $180 EQD pedal shipped back to the States a couple years ago… pretty wild that there’s that much of a hike!
I came for the reverbs, stayed for the distortion. Great pedal! does its have a speaker on/off option?
Man, i just love the sound of chorus.
He said "matchy matchy coincidence" 😂
Ryan is like the Ned Flanders of guitar
"Stupid sexy Flanders..."
Not at all.
@@USAJ31not at all ?
Great deno! I like the use of the LEDs around the central selector to reflect the value being chosen for the effects. I see there is a jack for an expression pedal or two additional footswitches, and that it can run from 3 AA batteries. I'll be watching for a deeper dive into all the options (you mentioned being able to select different cabinets), but it's impressive how much you can do directly with the controls.
A lot of bang for the buck. I wish I had it early in my electric guitar journey. I'm currently using an HX Stomp. Thanks for also showing the range of the Bass, Mid, and Treble controls. Loopers are awesome in helping guitarists turbocharge how fast they improve. They're also excellent composition tools.
and actually usable in conjunction with others if they would sync to midi time. but its meant for beginners. no midi. dumb. sad. wouldve been prolevel.
I know you’re not a bass player but I really appreciate you demoing the bass pedal. Really gave me a good idea of what it sounds like. Day 1 you have the most comprehensive bass pedal demo so far. I know you didn’t do a deep dive but it was good enough to know I may want this. Thank you and great videos as always. Also if possible, could you please play some more Aquabats style surf music?
A very good, competent review. I feel I would know what I'm getting if I bought one. Thanks!
The major compromise for me might be the preset nature of the signal chain. I like to put my modulation effects after my reverbs sometimes. Maybe this can be altered by doing a deeper dive into the unit. Otherwise this unit seems to be a massive bang for the Buck. This and a computer and you could be getting started with some serious writing and recording. Having a headphone output makes this a perfect sofa noodling device.
Very Cool! I wish they release next a version with more boutique like experimental effects (filters, pitch shifters, synth...)
This is pretty much a Catalyst in a pedal, and I absolutely love my Catalyst. I wish they had made this interface for the Catalyst amp. I'll probably buy this and I've no idea what I'll do with it.
Well, this really sounds great. no cheap digital sounds here, didn't hear one unpleasant sound.
That clean channel sounds great
Watched this video from front to back (I have no life ahaha). Amazing review. Thank you :)
Seem to be what made line6 so successful with the OG pod, simple user interface, easy to navigate to get great tones without getting lost in upon lists in menu options, but if you are into deeper edits, you can easily do that on a phone or tablet. Great competitive product to boss and zoom, from a the ones who brought amp modeling to the masses. I want one for song writing ideas on my digital 4track. Simple and quick for getting ideas down and saved when inspiration hits…
An interesting trip into the thousands of partial riffs in 60 Cycle Hum's mind...and great demonstration!
Hey Universal Audio - this thing is $179 and its USB-C port can be used as an audio interface AND a direct connection to computers and devices for modification without using flaky Bluetooth. Oh, and it has a headphone jack.
HEY UA, IT HAS A HEADPHONE JACK.
@@60CycleHumcast so does the a Boss IR 2😁. Alas, it doesn't have effects except ambiance.
For the price pretty dang good. Great for grab and go.
This looks solid! I keep two old Zoom G1on units around just for quick headphone practice etc. It’s basically one of these but older and with drum beats that sync to the looper. As a zoom Multistomp user I’m totally comfortable with the sounds, I’ve hacked it to have exactly what I need, and for a headphone practice setup it checks all the boxes and I never go on tour without one.
good video dude! 🎉
I have a question, do I have to connect a DI to play it live? ( To get a better sound) Or can I just connect directly to the mixer and it will sound good?
I was skeptical since I'm not a fan of 5 effects on one knob but the lights in the middle really save it. Wish I had one as a kid.
I really enjoy your review style. Positive and fun and you play well. Subscribed. Great stuff.
😮 these are perfect plug-in guitar and bass and record into a digital recorder setup
This video made me smile. Fun.
My best friend has been a big line 6 fan for decades. He uses the HX. The effects are good, I just cannot stand amplifier emulation.
Individual effects are the way to go imo. but the compactness does make this a no brainer for travelling light.
Loved the Echo and the Bunnymen lick!
That's a good price point for this little thing! Great for practice and recording I would bet. Amp and cap sim, presets...yeah, this is gonna sell like PODcakes! 😂
Thanks for the video Ryan! I don't care about the enclosure being plastic either but I also feel like they could have made this $199-225 with a metal enclosure and it would still sell just as well if not better....take care!
the color match is really cool!
Fun demo Ryan. I ordered one, thanks.
Great demo and showcasing of the product. Pretty much all you need these days to create music at home.
"that's stupid" but thanks for going there Sir - a great demo. i'm a huge fan of the original POD which basically did what youtube peeps like yourself now do. the bass box excursion was tremendous too. POD's have always been a great place to start
Great demo, man! I usually recommend just a guitar/amp for beginners - otherwise, they spend more time twisting knobs that learning guitar.... just my 2 cents that no-one asked for! LOL! Keep up the great work!!
the best initial review of this product!
I'm still using my Korg Pandora.
I think I have 3 different versions of the pandora.
It's my favorite guitar toy.
3minutes and 30 seconds in and I’m sold
Seems fun and at this price point it's like an onramp to Line 6 products. They can call them PODs but these are Helix technology and models downsized to run on the POD line. What's not to like about AA battery power and headphones?
This thing needed to be a little more "bean-shaped" for me to be interested
I need it to be brain shaped as in Musk’s Nuralink so whatever I am thinking comes out of the amp! I wonder how much that is gonna cost though. Probably not budget friendly!
The shape is a bit out of character for line 6 which is a bit of a disappointment..
For me I would've preferred a pyramid so I could feel the engineering progress from then to now
@@andyzangetsu3745when I heard about the new pod, I'll be honest, I was hoping for a floating orb
Then you could flick it
Most clever interface that I have ever seen!
Thats a very clean natural sounding pedal!!
yeeeha man, you cant kill rock and roll with this one
Even if you don't need all the tones, have a pedal like this on your board is a winner, it sounds great and very small. Great demo. Is this true bypass ?
I'm into it. Love the simplicity
Just a quick tip to help you in your bass playing journey: When playing with fingers, pull through the string that you want to play and land on the next string rather than pulling at an angle and away. It's easier to control your notes, mute properly, develop speed, etc... It'll change your life. Best of luck!
Thanks! I’m trying!
How fun if you could just build that into a guitar and you could sit at the bar drinking your jack while jamming the tunes :)
Well for you non luthiers you could just duct tape it. Red green taught us it’s the handyman’s secret weapon.
ok.. that wouldn't look ghetto..lol@@fuckgoogle8661
So solid for the price. These are tones that are already battle tested and people use, and this is so cheap and compact.
If you only need one or two sounds, or just want an amp sim with spring verb to run your other pedals into or 100 other uses - this thing is so great at $179, amazing deal.
I’m with you; there’s a lot going on. Whatever sound you’re looking for, it’s probably in there. Impressive price for such a range. I’d buy the bass one just to have the Vintage and Punch settings! I’ve always been impressed with Line 6 from the time they started up. Good on ‘em!
Okay wait this sounds amazing?? 🎉
this is all you need to gig with honestly
Nah, I would need way more control. I need to be able to easily switch individual effects on and off, I need reverb and delay I can shape to tone of... Same goes for the other effects.
@@johanneschristopherstahle3395 Any multi- effects unit is only as good as it's ability to dial in each effect and switch between them on the fly.
Great pedal and good demo! I have always liked Line 6! Thanks!
For the price it is really a great little tool for home
Definately one of the better deals out there for all it can do. I would have loved having one of those when I began my guitar playing journey. I have a small studio set-up running a stereo rig and more pedals than I will ever need already though, but if wanted to simplify this would be a no-brainer for sure.
It shares a lot features with the CATALYST line of amps, which I have and will probably pick one up in the near future.
Will this work as an interface for an iPad Air? Great video. What a nice Jazzmaster.
Awesome Demo Exactly What We NEED Always Interested in The Drippy RaaaVerb when Possible. Tanx: Ryan 💗😁
I thought the spring reverb sounded pretty decent considering.
its really not bad. Its not full blow surfy but i would have been surprised if they went that direction anyways.
Excellent review. I feel I know a lot about a new device I would like to have, in place of the Matribox I recently bought, to replace the Behringer XVamp I've had for years. If only I had a dollar for every hour I watch videos about equipment, I'd buy one more device.
The sounds are pretty great! I think I myself am still going to go with an HX Stomp...BUT, this would be KILLER for beginners! These might snag me "Coolest Heckin' Uncle" awards with my nephews...
KIDS THESE DAYS! THEY'VE GOT IT SO GOOD WITH ALL THEIR NEW-FANGLED GEAR, BACK IN MY DAY, I'D HAVE TO WALK MY WASHBURN BASS GUITAR AND CRATE PRACTICE AMP TO SCHOOL EACH DAY AND TWICE ON SUNDAYS, UPHILL BOTH WAYS, 50 MILES IN THE SNOW AND HEAT AT THE SAME TIME and then I get shoved aside by someone who had to schlep a Peavey T-40 bass, an Ampeg SVT and Ampeg 8x10 cabinet...
Fantastic!!!! Full Watch!!!!!!!!!!!!
Goddam this is good... Like a simpler, more holistic version of the HX One. For less than $200, you couldn't find better value if you tried. Throw one in your pocket and take it everywhere you go!
I absolutely love your review videos. Honest, and very complete. Frankly, you do everything to what you review that I would do if I were evaluating something for my own use, so your reviews are golden for me.
One suggestion, though (you had to know there would be something, right?). ENOUGH WITH THE VIBRATO TAILPIECE!!! It makes hearing the trailing end of the tone impossible.
That's it. All-in-all, you do the best gear demos. But unlike the "cowbell" of Saturday Night Live fame, they need LESS vibrato.
👍👍👍
I still have my father's Line 6 Spider amp and Multi Effedts pedal.
Back in the nineties I tried the line 6 multi effedts and the best features were the noise gate, amp module and the good modulation patches. It made a eighties cardboard amp sound incredible with my Japanese Jaguar.
Not a digital fan but I have 2 workstations.
Anal-Log for all analogue pedals and amps.
Digital - rape for the digital pedals and amps.
Did you say menu-log
Wow Echo and the Bunnymen awesome!
I was happy to see a midrange control , I was trying to find the catch , but it even has a noise gate , tuner, expression pedal input . And a somewhat gigable patch change format. The boss ir-2 is $199 with only 2 memory banks and no effects. All anyone really needs is a good clean, a good AC/DC dirt, and boosted Marshall tone for metal . With volume boost for solos. I think everyone should have one of these in their guitar case with some created tones ready to go.
I might have to grab this in a couple of years when I go off to college, tidy little setup with a headphone jack so the roommate doesn’t get annoyed. 🎸
Edit: Built in looper along with a dozen effects is wild too
I went to college many years ago. I had little spare time for the guitar. Maybe you will be a music major.
@@daniellarson3068I hated having free time between classes, so a music theory or 2, voice, 3 or 4 keys/piano, a guitar or two (wanted to take the classical since I play finger style but timing wise I couldn’t swing it, had to take the important classes) & 3 semesters of Cuban/Brazilian drumming myself. It was a good way to breakup the rest of my day but my classes started at 7/8ish every morning and never ended before 9pm 4 days a week I needed to do other things.
@@daniellarson3068 That would be awesome, currently looking at mechanical engineering but music is definitely my passion.
@@deanfritsch3363they music classes are usually low credit and you might, might mind you not have to buy anything either so they usually are the cheapest thing you can take and they really break up the day. It helps a lot with everything else, at least for me and might not be homework, lest likely to feel like work, and always the last thing I did and always passed. Plus girls. Never took a college course that had more women on average than music classes. Always nice.
@@deanfritsch3363Maybe you can do both. Tom Scholz of the band Boston has a degree in mechanical engineering from MIT. I'm just sayin' your mechanical engineering courses will probably take up the lion's share of your time and music may have to take a backseat. Brian May did the reverse. When Queen slowed down, he got a PhD in Astrophysics.
sounds great, one question, can you control the amount of delay feedback? can you make it just repeat once? thanks!
They’re going to sell a ton of those things.
Really well priced.
Yep!
Great demo mate, funny and entertaining too 😛
Wow. It's such an obvious and simple design that mimics multi-FX amps from manufactures, it was bound to happen and I am happy for it. I can see Blaskstar doing this as well (who knows, maybe they already have!, I am behind, a bit this year)... but I really like these.
What and how are you connecting? Pedals 1st? Are you going direct into an interface or micing a cabinet into an interface? Thanks
wow that a cool color my 1965 mustang is that color and i dont like it but man on a jazz master with matching headstock its slick
Great demo as always! Smart product development by Line 6...'not for me, not my cup 'o tea but I can see a lot of young players using this. You can't beat the price, that's for sure. Nice!
Built in gate is great.