LINE 6
LINE 6 POD HD500X
POD HD500X MODELING MULTI-EFFECTS PEDAL
LINE 6 POD HD500X Guitar Multi-effects Floor Processor
Featuring extraordinary depth, character and versatility, the Line 6 POD® HD500X is the best-in-class multi effects for guitarists who want to take deep control over every aspect of their tone. With the the Line 6 POD® HD500X, you have the ability to tweak amp and effects parameters to develop truly original tones. The POD HD500X also functions as a MIDI controller, an audio interface for recording guitar as well as the centre piece of your live rig.
With award-winning technology and all the power you need to define your sound, the POD HD500X is simply the most advanced POD multi-effects pedal ever.
o Extensive collection of award-winning HD amps for authentic tone and feel
o 100+ studio and stomp effects”use up to eight simultaneously
o Selectable speaker cabinets and mics
o Unparalleled flexibility to craft your tones: Dual signal paths, multiple routing options
o Dynamic DSP with more power for amps and effects and stereo FX loop can be inserted anywhere in the signal chain
o Professional-grade footswitches with bright LED rings for at a glance operation
o Comprehensive I/O includes USB 2.0, MIDI, S/PDIF, balanced XLR outputs, integrated mic preamp and more
o 6.3mm (1/4″) phono Guitar input with variable impedance
o Fully assignable MIDI controller”control external hardware and software via footswitches and expression pedal
o L6 LINK connection for integration and control of DT-series amplifiers and StageSource series loudspeakers
o VDI connection for integration and control of Line 6 Variax guitars
o 8 set lists containing 64 presets
o 512 user-writable preset locations
o Assignable expression pedal controls amp and effect parameters
o Integrated 48 second looper with dedicated footswitch
o Built-in chromatic tuner
o Tap-tempo footswitch
o Professional-grade construction with bent metal chassis, chrome roll bar and die-cast expression pedal
The Line 6 POD® HD500X multi-effects comes fully loaded with the most sought after collection of HD amps and guitar effects and their powerful HD technology lets you experience each amp in stunning detail. At your fingertips is the power to create lush sonic soundscapes and inspire your playing with studio-quality effects. The Line 6 POD® HD500X multi effects pedal gives you the building blocks to create any signal chain imaginable.
The POD HD was already one of the most popular and powerful guitar processors on the planet before Line 6 seriously upped the ante with the POD HD500X supercharged with an even more powerful CPU. The HD500X gives you instant access to an arsenal of famous amps along with multiple cabinets, hundreds of amazing effects and even microphone models. Best news of all is that this upgraded firepower is on sale for the same price as the previous model – thank you southcoastmusic!
ThLine 6 POD HD500X pedalboard powerhouse packs 30 highly sought after amps, absolutely modeled to perfection to give you every nuance and detail of the originals — all in an ultra portable and easy to use unit. Plug your guitar into the POD HD500X, and you’re plugging into incredible sounding, HD quality models inspired by classic Fender, Marshall and Vox amplifiers as well as boutique essentials from Bogner, Dr. Z and Divided by 13. The HD500X is so felixible and versatile that you can even disable the power amp components of many of the amp models and pair their preamp sections with your physical amplifier’s power section.
The Line 6 POD HD500X is also much more than an amp modeler. As well as a virtual warehouse full of amazing guitar amps, you also get over 100+ premium studio and stompbox effects, 16 different cabinet models and much more! With the HD500X you get to create the exact sound you want by using up to eight simultaneous effects and with the flexible routing options, you can place the effects anywhere you want in the signal chain.
Want to run two guitar amp guitar rigs? With the Line 6 POD HD500X you have the ability to build your own, right inside the actual processor! Create two independent amp and effects signal chains then blend them to run into one amplifier or route them out of the POD HD500X’s 6.3mm (1/4″) phono and XLR outputs in true stereo. You’ll sound bigger than Ben Hur and better than ever, onstage or in the studio!
LINE 6 POD HD500X includes HD amps based on the amps listed below.
o Bogner® Uberschall
o Divided by 13 JRT 9/15
o Dr. Z® Route 66
o ENGL® Fireball 100
o Fender® Bassman® (“Normal” channel)
o Fender® Bassman® (“Bright” channel)
o Fender® Blackface Deluxe Reverb® (“Normal” channel)
o Fender® Blackface Deluxe Reverb® (“Vibrato” channel)
o Fender® Twin Reverb® (“Normal” channel with “Bright” switch off)
o Fender® Twin Reverb® (“Vibrato” channel with “Bright” switch on)
o Gibson® EH-185
o Hiwatt® Custom 100 (DR103)
o Line 6 Doom
o Line 6 Epic
o Line 6 Elektrik
o Marshall® JCM-800 (2204)
o Marshall® JTM-45 MkII (“Bright” channel)
o Marshall® JTM-45 MkII (“Normal” channel)
o Marshall® “Plexi” 1959 Super Lead (“Normal” channel)
o Marshall® “Plexi” 1959 Super Lead (“Bright” channel)
o Mesa/Boogie® Dual Rectifier®
o Park 75 (“Bright” channel)
o Park 75 (“Normal” channel)
o Soldano® SLO100 (“Clean”)
o Soldano® SLO100 (“Crunch”)
o Soldano® SLO100 (“Overdrive”)
o Supro® S6616
o Vox® AC-15
o Vox® AC-30 (Top Boost)
o Ampeg® B-15NF Portaflex®
DYNAMIC DSP POWER Express your creativity like never before…
POD HD 500X has more processing power than any other multi-effect in its class. Dynamic DSP lets you stack the amps and effects you want—where you want them—to craft unique new guitar tones or re-create celebrated classics. POD HD500X multi-effects give you the freedom to innovate, and the power to express your creativity.
TOTAL FLEXIBILITY Perfect for the studio or the stage…
Whether you’re tracking or performing, POD HD X multi effects give you control and flexibility for studio and stage. The POD HD500X has all the ins and outs you need to connect your stage equipment and record in the studio.
HD AMPS AND INSPIRING EFFECTS Stunning sound quality – Amazing detail…
The POD HD500X multi effects pedal comes complete with a sought-after collection of HD amps and guitar effects, delivering the most stunningly detailed tones in their class. Create lush sonic soundscapes and inspire your playing with studio-quality effects. You can even expand your tonal palette by adding amp model packs available from the LINE 6 online store. POD HD X multi-effects give you the building blocks to create any signal chain imaginable.
POD HD 500X is jam packed with a stunning collection of guitar amps, so you can create unique tones that will fuel your playing. From vintage classics to modern powerhouses, each HD amp delivers incredible sonic depth, character and touch nuance. The included POD HD Edit editor/librarian software offers easy on-screen editing and organization of all your tones. And if you want to expand your amp collection, check out the Model Packs available from the Line 6 online store.
DEEP PARAMETERS Total tone control…
The Line 6 POD HD500X multi effects pedal features an extensive set of deep parameters, giving you incredible tools to customise your tone. Simply reach into your virtual toolbox to adjust the Sag parameter and dial in the perfect amount of touch dynamics and sustain then change the tone and color of the power amp distortion.
You can also increase the amount of tube compression by varying the Bias Excursion, fine tune the cab with Resonance, Decay, Low Cut and Thump parameters – you can even use the Global EQ feature to perform room correction EQ without reprogramming individual presets. The POD HD500X multi-effects provide a powerful platform for creating tone that’s all your own.
The Line 6 POD® HD500X multi effects pedal has been built for tone creation. Dynamic DSP gives you the freedom to stack the guitar effects you want, wherever you want them and compared to previous POD® generations, you can add even more effects to your signal chain. Tap into virtually endless combinations of HD amps, effects and mic cabinets, with 512 presets, you can create, save and recall all the custom sounds you need.
DUAL SIGNAL PATHS Create elaborate tones…
With the POD HD500X multi-effects, you can quickly create parallel signal paths, each with its own HD amp and effects chain. Explore stereo amp setups, dual mono amp rigs and other creative routing options.
100+ STUDIO AND STOMP EFFECTS All the effects you need…
Featuring classic stomps, amazing Line 6 originals along with rare and eclectic studio effects, POD HD500X multi-effects will inspire your playing in endless new ways.
Explore new song ideas and riffs using a broad collection of distortions, delays, mods, filters, reverbs and more. Mix and match up to eight simultaneous guitar effects and discover entirely new sounds.
Only one question remains — how far do you want to take your sound?
POD HD500X Perfect for stage and studio…
POD HD HD500X delivers immense flexibility for your stage or studio setup. Pro-grade footswitches feature bright red LED rings that are clearly visible from anywhere on stage.
Assign multiple amp and effects parameters to the expression pedal and morph between sounds. Plus, the footswitches control the built-in 48-second looper, an instrument unto itself.
With rugged construction and a bent metal chassis, the Line 6 POD HD500X is perfect for any stage and just very possibly, perfect for you.
