peewee678 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Hi, I'm gonna order a jtv-89f model in a few days but before I'd like some advice. I already searched for info on this but it's not completely clear yet. I'd like to use the workbench but I'm not quite sure how to connect things up. Mind you: I have no Line 6 products yet. The manual says I need: "The Variax Digital Interface that came with your guitar (to connect your Variax to your computer via USB)." and a "1/4 inch guitar cable". 1. I don't think my guitar will come with the Digital Interface (Cable) does it? So do I need to buy a (Line 6) Digital Cable? 2. How can I connect my guitar to a computer via USB with that cable? The cable doesn't have a USB connection or does it? My second question: how can I power the guitar externally? I understand I need the following for this: - Line 6 XPS DI-box - Line 6 PX2 (power) - A TRS cable Is this enough? So I understand the guitar is powered by the TRS cable (which takes it's power from the DI-box which takes it's power from the PX2)? Sorry for my ignorance and "English". Hope you can help me out. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRealZap Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 it should come with everything you need to connect to your PC if you're ordering a new one. 1. yes it comes with 2. yes it will be usb through a variax interface. yes you are correct in the power option... BUT it does also come with a rechargeable battery... so you don't really "need" that stuff... unless you want it..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tboneous Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 it should come with everything you need to connect to your PC if you're ordering a new one. 1. yes it comes with 2. yes it will be usb through a variax interface. yes you are correct in the power option... BUT it does also come with a rechargeable battery... so you don't really "need" that stuff... unless you want it..... No fair! I was ready to hit post and I got a message on my screen that state "1 reply added" You are too fast Zap! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverhead Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Your guitar will come with a Workbench hardware interface device about the size of your fist, and with the two cables you need to connect this device to your computer via USB and to your guitar via the VDI jack. You do not need to purchase a separate VDI cable. Your guitar will also come with a good battery and charger that should get you through most playing sessions. Recharge as required. I am not 100% sure about the XPS hardware requirements for power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverhead Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 No fair! I was ready to hit post and I got a message on my screen that state "1 reply added" You are too fast Zap! Still seems you were faster than me! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peewee678 Posted February 14, 2015 Author Share Posted February 14, 2015 Thanks for your quick replies! I initially doubted it came with the Digital Interface Cable because the Pilot's Manual says: JTV-59, JTV-69 and JTV-89 should include these accessories: "Gig bag, 1 Lithium Ion Battery, Charger, Bridge Saddle Wrench, Truss Rod Wrench" so no mentioning of a Digital Cable or USB interface. BTW: I just found out about the USB interface that does come with the guitar (the manual doesn't mention it but the website where I order does!). So I guess I'm good to go! BTW: I'm aware it comes with a battery but I only play in my room (to old to gig :-) ) and I hate to rely on batteries so yeah, external powering is something I'm planning to use. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peewee678 Posted February 14, 2015 Author Share Posted February 14, 2015 One more question: I do own a standard guitar cable ("mono"). Do I need to buy a TRS ("stereo" / balanced cable) or is that part of the package also? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie_Watt Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 You need a TRS cable to use the external power supply. The battery is just fine especially for home use. It lasts a good 6 to 8 hours. I prefer the battery to the external power supply. I use the VDI (digital interface) cable and my Pod HD500x most of the time. The digital interface cable when hooked to the Pod powers the guitar. I use the battery when I play through my other amps. There are four led's on the battery box that tell you the state of charge of the battery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peewee678 Posted February 14, 2015 Author Share Posted February 14, 2015 Thanks again. I think I have enough info for now. I'll start with buying only the guitar (and use my standard guitar cable). Later on I'll decide if I will power the guitar externally. I'm not very fond of batteries because eventually they will die just when you're about to record a track (the non US model comes with one battery only) and because there will be times I'm not playing for a few months, the battery will be at risk (a drained battery will become unusable after some time; I recently had to throw away my camera Li-ion battery because of this). I already have multiple devices with li-ions that I have to charge/drain once in a while just to keep them healthy. Sucks. Anyway: can't wait to order my guitar. I started playing in the early eighties, played for 10 years or so and a few months ago started again so it was quite a surprise to find the Variax guitars! Nice :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjfaragher Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 I just bought a JTV59 last month and it didn't come with a Workbench Interface. Should it have or is this an additional purchase I need to make in order to use the workbench software? I'm confused, to say the least! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie_Watt Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Yes it should come with the USB interface needed to run Workbench. It should have also come with a digital cable to connect it to that interface. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRealZap Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 a second battery would be easier to deal with than the XPS device and TRS cable etc... one in the guitar and one on the charger... that way you should be good to play at any time. my opinion anyway... but i use the pod so its even simpler for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie_Watt Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 The cleanest (lowest noise) form of power is the Battery. No ground loops. Invest in a second battery if you are afraid of running out at a critical point. If you play at home only, just charge it when it gets low. It should last years if you don't abuse it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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