The Line 6 Pod XT Pro offers all the functionality of the Pod XT, in a rack mounted solution, with a few extra "pro" features thrown in for good measure! The amp modelling & FX on the Pod XT Pro are identical to the Pod XT, but the extra's will all come in handy in the studio. In addition to the handy 19" rack mount casing, the Pod XT Pro also comes equipped with XLR outputs, 24 bit 96k digital ins & outs (AES/EBU & S/PDIF), a stereo FX loop, line level input (as well as the guitar input) & a USB output. The only downside is that there is quite a big difference in price between the Pro & the regular Pod XT version. Line 6 say this is down to the higher manufacturing costs & smaller production runs of the rack mount version.
Manufacturer's description:
Since the introduction of the original POD in 1998, Line 6 has been a staple in professional recording studios worldwide. POD XT Pro embraces that award-winning heritage to give you ultimate tone for guitar. You get amp models fueled by the latest generation modeling technology for uncompromised detail, along with over 60 stompbox and studio effects, 24 cab models, 4 mic models, 128 user/factory presets, and much, much more.
The award-winning PODXT Pro has become an industry standard for one reason: Your guitar parts will sound better than ever.
PODXT Pro Features:
42 Legendary and Classic Amp Models
24 Cab & 4 Mic models
60 Stompbox and Studio Effects
128 Channel Memories
Stereo XLR and 1/4-inch analog outs
AES/EBU, S/PDIF, and USB Digital I/O
Programmable Effects Loop
Routing Options
Deep Editing
Built-in Chromatic Tuner
Full MIDI Support
POD XT Pro has some of the most advanced analog and digital routing options ever put in two-spaces. If you remember the days of moving an 18-space rack with gear that always broke, hummed like a lawnmower, and cost more than your car, PODXT Pro will seem like a dream sent down by the tone gods. Our 24-bit converters create a killer tone, delivered through +4dBu balanced XLR or -10dBV unbalanced 1/4-inch connectors. Or go digital with PODXT Pro's AES/EBU, S/PDIF, or USB digital audio ins and outs for the most incredible tone available. MIDI lets you automate every move and our optional FBV generation foot controllers let you do it all with your feet. PODXT Pro also comes with a high-power headphone output for silent jamming.
Re-Amping
Using the ANALOG REAMPING INPUT/OUTPUT connections, you can send a dry unprocessed guitar signal to your recording device and send it right back into the PODXT Pro. Why is this so cool? Well, now you can go back at any time and change the entire sound of the track you recorded. How many times have you recorded a track where you wanted to just pull back the drive on a stompbox, or add a little more compression? Now you can! If you're really into experimenting with sounds, try sending other tracks like vocals, keys, or drum tracks through the Line Level Input jack! If you're really sneaky, you can also do this digitally with the AES/EBU, or S/PDIF connections.
Effects Loop
Even though PODXT Pro has more stompbox and studio effects than you can shake a stick at, we've decided to give you some extra rope and thrown in a programmable effects loop. Now you can run your old rackmount effects processors in series or parallel.
Unbalanced Analog Out
These 1/4-inch outputs can be run in Studio or Live mode. In Studio mode, they're ready to plug into a recorder with unbalanced -10dBV inputs. In Live mode, they don't have speaker simulation, and are ready for connection to an onstage amp.
Balanced Analog Out
These balanced XLR outputs can be run in Studio or Live mode. In Studio mode, they're ready to plug into a recorder with balanced +4dBu inputs. In Live mode, they send
-10dBV signals to the P.A. or house system.
AES/EBU & S/PDIF Inputs and Outputs
These jacks can send and receive digital audio signals in any combination of 16, 20, or 24-bits with 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96KHz sampling rates. PODXT Pro uses its internal clock to generate the sample rate you choose, or you can sync to the signal you send it from your digital system.
USB Port
PODXT Pro's USB driver software allows direct digital recording to your Mac? or PC, plus the ability to play back audio from your computer like a soundcard. Also supports MIDI over USB.
MIDI
PODXT Pro lets you control everything via MIDI. You can select any PODXT Pro Channel, automate any parameter, and backup your PODXT Pro memory to your computer.
Pedal
Our FBV and FBV Shortboard allow you to select different patches, tap in your effect speeds/times/tempos, and kick in the tuner. Plus, both foot controllers give you a Volume and Wah pedal. This same jack also sends power to the FBV and FBV Shortboard. There's also the smaller FBV Express, FBV4 and FBV2 controllers if you want to travel light.
