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Re: Upgraded Pod Farm 1 - 2.5, stuck with trial models! Help!

support@line6.com — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 01:13:54 GMT

I am having the exact same problem. My Line 6 license manager says I'm am authorized to use Pod Farm 2.5 with this laptop and my Toneport Ux2 Device, but software is stuck in trial mode

One thing that might be a key difference is I have the iLok version. ilok hardware is registered on their website and they also say the line 6 pod farm authorization is deposited into the dongle.

Tried reinstalling all pod farm components.

Win 7, 32 OS.

Re: Compressor/Expander/Limiter necessary with a Line 6 preamp ( Toneport UX2 )?

support@line6.com — Mon, 21 May 2012 21:33:22 GMT

This is a good resource. There are so many VSTs its hard to know where to start. Alot of freeware as well.

I'm going to make you regret advising me to ask alot of questions...

Compression: I'm looking at classic compressor for my vocals and guitar right now. Anyone know if its good enough? Seems to have all the controls I need. I think I will be using this for downward compression meaning it will reduce the amplitude of my signal by X ratio once I hit X decibel level to keep from clipping. Anyone have some settings I can use as a starting off point for guitar? Attack and release settings would be the hardest for me to figure out.

I'm also looking at Rough Rider for compression on my rhythm tracks (drums, bass). Again, anyone use this or feel strongly about an alternative?

Do I need to worry about Upward compression? Wouldn't I just turn my volume up if I'm going to play something quiet or does the upward compression keep the noise floor from getting raised?

BTW: Is downward compression pretty much the same as limiting? If so, I won't need to find a seperate limiter.

Last thing for now: I don't see any expanders on this site. Can someone point me to a good one?

Re: Compressor/Expander/Limiter necessary with a Line 6 preamp ( Toneport UX2 )?

support@line6.com — Mon, 21 May 2012 21:03:28 GMT

Wow! Thanks for the quick response.... I'll check out the links you mentioned and also look into getting PF 2.5.

I'm using Cubase, but the effects it comes with produce results I would be ashamed to listen to. I'm willing to purchase a good vst compressor/expander/limiter if anyone has suggestions.

Does PF 2.5 come with these effects? Also, are they useful for vocals as well as guitar and bass? Eventually I will need to look into Mastering, but that will be a battle for another day.

It sounds like I need to read the material on some of these links before I keep opening my big mouth with questions. I'll do more research and then check back, but it sounds like I have a good direction to go for now.

Compressor/Expander/Limiter necessary with a Line 6 preamp ( Toneport UX2 )?

support@line6.com — Mon, 21 May 2012 18:55:40 GMT

I have a Toneport UX2 and trying to determine if I need to purchase a Compressor/Expander/Limiter for my home studio. It looks like the Gearbox software has a Compressor (I think it might be an Upward Compressor, can someone confirm?), a Noise Gate, and Hum Reducer (is this an expander?)

I am using this for guitar, bass, and vocals thru my soundcard's SPDIF input. I'm new to the recording game and on a tight budget, but I want my recordings to sound at least semi-professional. Is this extra piece necessary? If so, I would like to get suggestions on a hardware or software one under $400.

Thanks in advance for taking some time to help out this n00b...

Cheers!

-Justin