How to Compare PODxt Live & Boss GT-8
The Line 6 PODxt Live is a floor-based amp-modeling, multi-effects processor for a guitar. It features models of many amplifiers and stomp-boxes, has midi control, and a built-in expression pedal. The Boss GT-8 is another floor-based amp-modeling, multi-effect processor for a guitar. The Boss GT-8 features Roland's COSM amp-modeling technology, and also features a built-in expression pedal as well as midi. The POD xt is essentially an amp-modeler with effects, while the GT-8 is an effects processor with amp-modeling added. Each unit has a somewhat different focus.
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Instructions
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Read each product manual carefully to ascertain which unit is better suited for your playing style. Compare the specifications pages to determine if one unit has a wider frequency response, or weighs more. Determine if both units are upgradeable by downloading software from the Internet. Read reviews of the units online or in your favorite guitar magazine.
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Plug your guitar into the PODxt Live. Turn on the POD and your amplifier. Select different presets. Play with them to determine how responsive they are. Plug in headphones and turn off the amp. Determine if the unit sounds better in headphones, or through the amp. Try out different amp models and effects by themselves to see how they sound.
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Plug your guitar into the Boss GT-8. Turn on the GT-8 and your amplifier. Select different presets. Play with them to determine how responsive they are. Plug in headphones and turn off the amp. Determine if the unit sounds better in headphones, or through the amp. Try out different amp models and effects by themselves to see how they sound.
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Make a list of which amp-models and effects sounded better on which unit. Remember that making comparisons of this sort relies on your own judgment and tastes, and so are subjective. Try inviting fellow guitarists over to get outside opinions on the sound.
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Tips & Warnings
Use good quality cables and read all documentation.
References
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