Hello,

I recently aquired a POD XT Live. I've updated all firmware/drivers to the most current versions.

My problem is this: The clean preset patches have a horrible digital clipping or distortion going on.

I figured out that when the mod, reverb, or delay effects were in Post mode, it would cause this.

If I switch them all to Pre mode, then they sound clean, but since the signal chain is then altered there is a difference in tone.

The thing that baffles me is that most of the preset patches come with those effects in Post mode

causing this clipping/distortion sound. That would require me to go through every patch and change from Post to Pre.

I feel like I must be missing something!! They wouldn't have a clean preset that distorts.

Other important info:

* I'm not seeing a "clip" light/message come on so I don't know if it's actually clipping, that's just what it sounds like to my ears.

* I have checked channel volume, and drive settings which are all in a normal range.

* I have checked the output volume pot. This sound occurs at all output volumes.

* I am using a Gibson Les Paul Studio, which I understand has a hot output. I have tried with the pad both on and off. No difference.

* I am using a set of Sennheiser headphones. No distortion when listening to other stuff.

Any and all help would be much appreciated!

If it's necessary I can record a clip of the sound.

Thank you!

-Daniel