BillBee

I think your first suggestion is the way to go Space. With the meter set to continuity put a cable in it and see where to tag the leads onto the existing solder points. I am not sure if there is continuity on the "Guitar Sense" that some inputs have. But a->a, b->b and c->c usually works really well. :)

Studio Direct and yep EQ changes with volume: https://ehomerecordingstudio.com/fletcher-munson-curve/ I use the full models as that amp is SS and fairly neutral. That said some of the pre only may just shine through the Valve but your testing will show what you like. Be aware of ear fatigue too. Take breaks and walk away from the tweaking as after a while your ears become used to or tired and it gets hard to judge the tones.

Generally I use a Tech21 PE60 (60w 1x12 on an amp stand) and its usually mic'd. I run the volume high enough for good stage monitoring (with the PA stage volume too) and let the soundman handle the load for everyone else. So it doesn't need to be at 11. :) Thankfully I can drag everything down in the basement and (with the wife's blessings of course) raise the volume fairly high for eq'ing (and usually gain reduction - higher vol = less need for gain for me). I try and record a bit from the far side of the basement with a mp3 playing. That usually gets me in the ballpark prior to band practice.

Line 6 Edit replaced SoundDriver a loooOOoong time ago. I believe that is what you are asking for.

FWIW I hear the other output modes (combo, etc) come into their own at the higher volumes. For lack of a better term it seems then the cab starts to have its voice.

You should investigate doing a midi dump so you can save and reload your presets. I don't have the amp but based on the following it will do it. http://line6.com/data/l/c0a8090bee7c404e71df7f42d/application/pdf/AX2_Sysex.pdf

For a SV 2x12 (head now) I was running Studio Direct which did sound good. Closed back 1x12 btw.

Thanks Space I'll put that on the list.

Appendix B of the manual covers Midi I/O.

I just got a MKI head in, yep the dsp section is dropping out but the power section is stable, so hopefully having a tech resolder flow the board will find a bad joint. But yes that f-er is LOUD and tasty.

No, Boss likes Boss and L6 for L6. You would be better off saving up and getting a better looper or checking the manual to see which of the Boss FS it recommends.

They should but obviously there is a change somewhere. Look at the inputs/EQs (including global)/Output mode settings.

Did you switch the input back to guitar in Pod Farm?

You could pick up an old stereo amp and use that. They should be really cheap.

But you need to "power" that speaker right? ;)

Fullcompass.com has many replacement parts, so I would check there. Still check the physical cable inside the unit.

Well you can open it up and check the cable running to the EXP pedal but if that is fine it may be a component that need servicing.

Aside from the "something is dying in it" sentiment - open it op and make sure the ribbon cable is connected (reseated) for the exp pedal. You can also give the switches a shot of contact cleaner while you have it open (DeOxit works great).

Laptops can be a lollipop due to the usb ports. Try using different usb ports on it or a different computer to make sure the unit is fine. Be sure to try a known working cable too.

There is something to say about a tube power amp and the life/dynamics it creates. The FRFR speakers are great but they must be EQ'd as there is no cab to help. Spider Valves will hopefully make a comeback one day.

Its crazy but my Variax LP model sounds better than my LP.

Anything to keep my mind of the tax work I need to get at T. A Spider Valve HD100 is on its way and has no tubes!!! Alert alert!!!

You know, I never looked to see if PodFarm is using a config file with the default settings in it. Might be it has one and can be opened in an ascii editor and changed. Just thinking.

I will try and see if I can find it. I don't remember the name off hand but there can't be too many like it. I'll be back! Found it!! https://www.gearnews.com/somnium-guitars-modular-guitar-design/ Hey copy & paste is working!! Woo Hooo

Its all good - "the man" will fix or delete it when he wakes up. :)