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This update does not include support for Workbench HD. It's certainly not a letdown for those who have experienced the issue that is addressed. I suppose one can feel set up and let down if that's what one wants to feel, but that's not the reality. This was a fix for a completely different and more important issue. There was no workaround for the issue that was fixed. On the other hand, everyone can use Workbench HD, albeit restricted to the Workbench hardware interface.

Yes - that is normal. The asterisk indicates that a preset has been changed; its state has been modified compared to the stored state. And an FX being on vs. off is a change in state.

In Pod Farm, have you selected MIC rather than Guitar as the Input? I believe you do this in Pod Farm's Mixer screen, but I'm not sure.

The drag and drop method works only on individual patches. You can't use it with multiple patches simultaneously, or with a setlist or bundle. Each of these elements can exist as a single file on your computer. A setlist is a set of 64 patches that are organized into 16 banks (numbered 1 through 16) with 4 patches (A through D) in each bank. Hence each patch from 1A to 16D identifies the 64 patches in a setlist. A Bundle contains all 512 patches that the HD500x can contain at any time. The bundle is organized into 8 setlists as above. Each patch and setlist can be named, although internally they will be referred to as Setlist 1 through Setlist 8, and within each setlist patch 1A through 16D. The bundle name is assigned when you save the bundle to your computer; internally it needs no name because it is all there is.

You can assign both delay FX to the same FS. The procedure is described in the Advanced Guide on pages 3-10 through 3-12, in the section called 'FX and Amp Block Footswitch Assignment'. After assigning the same FS to both delay FX, you then need to SAVE the preset in the state where one FX is ON and the other OFF. Henceforth, the FS will act as a toggle switch between the FX.

Alternately, you can import the tracks from the SD card into your DAW. The tracks/channels recorded by the M20d are stored as individual WAV files on the SD card. Most DAWs support importing WAV files as new audio tracks.

That's a good strategy to get a starting point. Users need to be aware, though, that they should not expect to hear identical tones even with the exact same amps and FX selected, with the exact same parameter settings for each amp/FX. That's because the underlying modeling (DSP software) is completely different. So use this technique as a starting point for further tweaking to get a tone that sounds good to you.

Hold the CTRL button (makes a copy) while you drag/drop. This replaces (not just moves) the original patch.

My guess is also yes - but best case it might depend on the nature of any later problem. If the problem has anything to do with the neck, bridge, or even piezos I think the warranty would be void. But if there's a purely internal problem you might be able to argue successfully that the warranty should apply. However, you'll need to ask Line 6 directly.

You do not need the 1/4" connector; the VDI connection is sufficient. (btw ... I hope you are using an RJ-45 cable with Neutrik protective shielding at both ends. Otherwise you risk damaging the jacks.) In the HD500x preset Mixer section make sure you correctly identify the Variax 500 (not JTV) as the connected device. Also make sure you set the parameter to Control the Variax from the HD500x; it can be set to Don't Control, which defeats the purpose. And finally, make sure you SEND the preset/patch to the HD500x device from within the HD500x Edit program; don't just use the SAVE button on the device.

Exactly. Please do. As predicted, I'm next on your hit-list just by responding to you. I won't be wasting any more time with you.

Since you haven't been able to hear the tone you want, despite the best efforts of some kind people here who have gone out of their way to post demo clips for you, maybe the HD500 isn't for you. Personally, I'm not inclined to go out of my way to try to convince you of something you don't seem to want to be convinced about, especially when you tend to berate those who do bother responding to you (I think I'm next). Your last sentence above says it all. Perhaps its just time for you to pursue other options to get the Slayer tone you want, whatever that is.

For a mix of electric and acoustic tones I suggest using an FRFR (Full Range Flat Response) speaker system, or something close to it. This means studio/PA speakers or a keyboard amp. Sounds like your Carvin PA speaker should have delivered good results. If you weren't satisfied, check your HD500 settings. Set it to Studio output mode. Use Full rather than Pre amp models to include cab/mic simulations in the amp modeling.

Try powering on the HD400 while holding down the left (or is it right?) nav key. If you get the test screen, select FLASH MEMORY (or REFLASH?). Then run Line 6 Monkey and try to reinstall the firmware.

You mean you left it in the charging unit overnight, right? Not the JTV?

The download link is under the Support tab at the top of this page.

The Line 6 experts have no more information about this than anyone other users. My personal opinion is that the DT series amps will be around for quite a while yet. AMPLIFi is not a competitor at all to the DT amps.

Good. I would encourage anyone else with this problem to also open a ticket, rather than waiting for badmelonfarmer to report his results. The more voices heard, the easier it will be for Line 6 to prioritize, assess, and identify any problem(s).

Have any of you opened a support ticket to deal directly with Line 6 on this?

The only differences are in the I/O. The processing and processors, including their capacity, are the same.

Specifically, you need the HD500 Edit software; there are different editors for each Pod HD model. Run Line 6 Monkey with your HD500 connected. It will guide you through the HD500 Edit download and installation process.

I think there's a misconception among some JTV owners that strings don't really make much difference with a modeling guitar; that the piezos will only pick up the basic frequency (pitch) vibration and that the more subtle nuances of string age and type don't really matter. In my experience that's far from the truth. New strings, as well as different types of strings, make just as much difference with the JTV models as they do with any 'normal' guitar.

You can use a dual-path/amp preset to control the amp part. Assign the same FS to control the amp on/off, and save the preset with one amp on and the other off. You would need to change the JTV model manually, but you can use Workbench to configure your JTV so that this involves no more than flipping the pickup selector switch (no need to use the Model Select knob). Surely there's no complaint about having to stomp a footswitch and change the pickup selector at the same time mid-song. Every guitarist does that with analog equipment.

I remember testing this some time ago. If I recall correctly there is a popping noise that is audible, and the inevitable small audio gap is noticeable, when you change presets while actively strumming the guitar. However, both become inaudible if you adjust your playing a tiny bit to allow the strings to be muted while you change presets. In other words, I believe you can change presets mid-song effectively if you allow a slight pause in the action. But my memory may fail me.... give it a try.

If I understand correctly, I think you could use both JTV outputs: VDI to the HD500X and 1/4" to your stompbox in front of the HD500X, then stompbox output to HD500X Guitar In. In your HD500X preset, select Input1=Guitar and make sure Input2 is NOT set to Variax or Variax Mags. This effectively allows you to use the VDI connection for HD500X->JTV control purposes only (not audio) and your JTV 1/4" -> HD500X for audio.