Line 6 POD Go Guitar Multi-effects Floor Processor
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The Line6 POD Go fills the need for a more affordable and easier to use unit versus Line6's top of the line Helix series.
The Pod Go has a more streamlined user interface that focuses on getting you up and recording or performing.
The amp model lineup features over 80 guitar and bass amps with 39 matching cabs and 16 mic models. You can also import up to 128 of your own impulse response files.
Other features include a reamping mode that lets your run dry recorded tracks from your DAW into your Pod Go signal chains.
Key Specs:
- Effects: 200+ effects (Helix & Legacy combined), Up to 10 simultaneous FX (6 fixed, 4 flexible)
- Amp Modeling: 80+ Guitar/Bass Amps, 39 Cabinets, 16 Mic Models
- Presets: 256 (2 setlists with 32 banks x 4 presets
- Footswitches: 8
- Input: 1 x 1/4" (instrument/G10T charging), 1 x 1/4" (FX return/aux stereo)
- Output: 2 x 1/4" (L/mono,R), 1 x 1/4" (amp out), 1 x 1/4" (FX send stereo)
- Extra Features: Custom/3rd Party IR Support, Store up to 128 IRs, Onboard expression pedal
- USB: 1 x Type B 2.0 (4 x 4 including monitor channels)
- Dimensions: 14.1" x 9" x 3.46"
- Weight: 5.2 lbs.
Pros
Many note that at first they thought it was going to be a "Helix Jr." but were surprised to find that it has everything they need from a multi-effects pedal. The interface was noted to be more intuitive and easy to navigate than the Helix series while retaining its sound and feel. Amp and effects modelling were noted to be among the best in the industry, especially given the Pod Go's price-point.
Cons
The AC adapter is flimsy according to a few users. Presets were noted to not make the most out of the unit's potential or not useful for the kind of music some want to make. Firmware updates froze some users' units although this seems to have already been addressed.
Overall
Beyond just a simplified version of their flagship Helix processors, the Pod Go holds its own as an intuitive but great sounding multi effects unit. While it has fewer features than its more expensive siblings, it retains a lot of what the majority of guitar players need.
