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Hello, I am curious as to the official "generations" of the Line6 modeling effects? I would assume that the original POD or the AX amps would be around Generation #1, and that the Firehawk would be the latest generation, whatever version we are on? Anyone care to elaborate on this who knows Line6 products? Thanks, David PS_ I will get the list started: AXsys212 - Generation1 POD v1 - Generation1 POD v2 - Gen2 POD Pro - Gen2 Spider2 amps - Gen2 POD XT - X-series (Gen3?) POD X3 - X-series (Gen3?) Spider3 amps - Gen3 POD HD - HD Series (Gen4?) Vetta 1 - ? Vetta 2 - X-series (Gen3?) Spyder Valve Mk 1 - ? Spyder Valve Mk 2 - ? AmpliFi Amps / FX100/ TT - Gen3? Firehawk - Gen4 Spider 4 amps - Gen4 Helix - Latest Gen5? Variax Guitars - Gen3? I tried to updates, please let me know of corrections needed.

Thank you for your reply. Even thought it was kinda-generic. I say this because I don't think Peavey ever released a cabinet with multiple speakers of different ohms, it is a 4x12 with all speakers of 16 ohms. It seems like I will use the 4ohm out with left and right going to top and bottom cabs. When I practice at home, I will switch to 8 ohms stereo and plug both outputs to the Line6 cab. Thanks for the clarity, should get the amp today or tomorrow. Dave

Hello, So, it was time to upgrade. I had a Spider2-150 for what seems like a decade. I wanted to do more with my amp and get tube distortion, possibly even sell my Peavey 6505 now that I have a tube from Line6. So, my questions: #1 - I kept my 4x12 Spider2 slant cabinet. It looks like I can set the amp to 8 ohms stereo and use the existing Line6 cab just like I did with the Spider2? I run 2 speaker cables (1/4) from the left and right outs on the amp to the left and right 8 ohm in's on the cabinet? This seem correct? I think the cabinet is rated at 320 watts, and the output of the valve is rated 240w, so I should not blow anything up? #2 - So, if I want to go FULL STACK, I could put the amp output to 4ohms, and run 1 cable to the Line6 slant cab as 4ohm mono and use the left-mono plug. I also have a Peavey 5150 cab with 4 x 16ohm speakers in that. I think that cab has, or can be wired as 4 ohm input by running the speakers in parallel? Basically, I would split the input signal 4 ways, one + and one - to each speaker so that the 4 ohm signal is sent to each of the speakers? Does this sound correct? Or, does the 4ohm incoming to the cabinet get broken down to 1 ohm per speaker? I always though if you put 4 speakers in parallel, then the speakers would each run at 25% of the rated ohm; if you ran 2 in parallel, then 50%, etc? If it works like I remember (been years since I had to rewire any cabinets), then I can practice with my slant, and switch to full when I go to jam with friends. Replies appreciated, the 5150 cab has celestions (the British ones), I also think the line6 cab has Celestions as well, but some special Line6 variant of their speakers. Replies appreciated. Dave

Hello, I traded in my Spider-2 150 for a Spider Valve Mk2. I will post my questions there, no need for the TT now I guess, I will just use the Spider Edit software. Thanks for replies, I appreciate it. Dave

Wow, bump, and I am surprised at the amount of inactivity on these forums. I am on the fence about buying some L6 gear, and getting no answers... which means I will just buy something else that I can get support for. I am very surprised by this, I always thought L6 had a strong internet presence... Dave

What dead forums? That kinda sucks, thought there was more forum support from L6? So, what I "thought" this TT would do, which I think now it will not, is have access to a library of MIDI-type songs, like the *.GP? files for Guitar Pro. That is one nice thing about Guitar Pro software, it lets you mute the guitar track, even though the songs are not the original, they are close enough for practice. It seems the only online access is for patches, and I just stream songs from phone or tablet and play along, which I can already do since I have 2 amps and a good stereo (Bose). From further reading, it seems the Firehawk is a better option for effects, mainly because people say the TT and FX100 effects are older versions of what the Firehawk has? Is this true? Yup, the Firehawk is double the price, but if I am really buying just an effects board, I think it would be better to get the best effects? Thoughts on this? My other issue is that I am not an effects heavy person. I have 2 amps, one being a tube amp, and it is a Peavey 5150 (aka 6505), endorsed and used by the artist I play the most songs from. Further, the tone from this amp is also close enough to the 80's tube distrotion of other artists like GNR and Metallica and Priest, so I am covered and don't have to emulate tube overdrive and distortion. I also have a POD v2.0 for effects, which I use a little, and I have the EVH Flanger and EVH Phaser, JOYO gate (which is awesome), some mini analog delay and a mini Mooer Slow Engine volume. With those pedals, and the POD, I can make all the effects I ever use or will use. I guess my point is, I don't need more or upgraded effects, at least I don't think I do. I think the software is better, and works on a tablet instead of a PC so I would not have to rely on a MIDI cable to adjust the POD. I can use wireless for the TT unit, but the wireless feature and the ability to use a tablet don't rate high for me because I have a PC next to my rig, and I have the expensive Roland MIDI cable so I can adjust the POD with software on the PC. The PC also streams the tracks that I mute the guitar on, so it serves another purpose that tone adjustment. If I can't get an answer, I am going to wait or pass on the TT this time, maybe in the future... I can get a Duncan Custom Shop 78 Trembucker for one of my guitars for the same price, and I know exactly what that will do and what it is used for. I am still not 100% sure the TT will do anything new for me that I don't already do to satisfaction the same or similar way now? I would really like someone to chime in and help here if possible, I just got paid and I want to make a decision. Dave

Hello, I am about to buy a AmpliFi TT this week, but I am not sure what it will do for me. I have a rough idea, but as for specific questions, who knows? What I am worried about is whether it will overlap the gear I already have? How will I use it with what I already own, etc. Current Line 6 products: Spyder II - 150 Head Spyder II - 4 x 12 Slant Cab Pod V2.0 non-FBV model POD FBV MKII Shortboard Non-Line 6 products: Peavey 6505 2x12 100w Combo amp I usually switch amps depending on what I am playing. The Spyder is my main practice amp, mainly b/c it has a headphone jack, and the Peavey does not. Also, the 6505 sucks at low volumes, it struggles to work below 1 volume, which is louder that my wife wants it even set to #1. I have ledals too, the EVH phase, EVH Flange, Joyo noise gate (works great), unknown analog mini delay pedal, Mooer Slow Engine Volume, MXR Fullbore metal. So many questions, but I will try to start here: 1. Will the TT allow me to play along and mute the guitar track? 2. Does the website have the song you want to play already in MIDI format, like the songs for Guitar Pro 6, or the online service for Ultimate-guitar? 3. Is there some sort of training, getting used to the TT beginner guide that comes with the unit? 4. How well does the TT work with Android vs Apple products? I will go buy an iPad 1 cheap if it prefers Apple. 5. How should I use my Spyder amp for the TT, like the pod, with MID set to 10, bass and treb set to 0, all effects turned off, etc? 6. Am I doing the best thing getting the TT, and how would the Firehawk do better if I spend more on that? 7. If I upgrade my Line 6 head, I have considered the Valve or a Vetta 2, what are the differences? So, I went into my local GC, and they know nothing. Further, they could not be bothered to look up or help me demo anything. I started looking at the AmpliFi 75 and 150, they never even mentioned the TT and FX100, nor did they know it was in the same family. Even the manager knew nothing. I went to another GC, same deal. I guess Line 6 sends out the demo stands, and that is the extent of the training. It's a wonder GC sells any Line 6 stuff at all? I am sure the California GC stores are great with Line 6 , but on the East coast, not even close. So, is there a pre-sales help line I can call and ask questions? Any help appreciated. Dave

Hello, I think after reading what "Just Startin'" said, I should be getting the TT this week. I was split between the TT and the FX100. However, I already own the MkII Shortboard because my "clean" amp is a Line 6 Spyder II 150. My "dirty" amp is a Peavey 5150 (6505) 2x12 combo, which has an effects loop. I also have a POD 2.0 in the mix, but I think I might sell that after I get the TT, should be able to fetch $100 for it with the case and PS. I use the POD now with the loop on the 5150, but I guess I can figure out a way to switch between amps using the TT. ( I have an A/B switchbox). So, anyone disagree about the TT over the FX100? The only thing I was thinking might be possible with the FX100 would be having 2 pedals, 1 for volume and leave the other on WAH, but how often does someone need that? And it's also easy to switch when I need to. I play at home, typical garage band style (I play and own drums too). The only other thing to consider is you can save about $20 getting a FX100 vs a TT on eBay. Inputs appreciated, sorry if I necro'd the thread. Dave