System Setup
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Page 4, Setup: Output Options
The
Mode
setting on this page allows you to configure the type of signal fed to your POD
HD Pro outputs
to optimize for direct recording versus connecting to an external amplifier.
Note that this Mode setting affects the signal fed to the POD HD Pro Left & Right
Balanced, Unbalanced, Digital & Headphone outputs, as well as the signal fed to the USB
Record Send & L6 LINK™ output.
Knob 1 selects the
Output Mode
. This is a global setting.
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Studio/Direct:
Typically the best option when connecting “Direct” to a mixing
console or recording device. This signal includes “Studio” Cab Models, Mic Model
and an “AIR” convolution to best emulate a mic’ed amp within a room.
•
Combo and Stack settings:
Optimizes your tone for connecting to an external
amplifier. The signal includes “Live” Cab Models,with no Mic Model or “AIR”
convolution, with a special EQ curve added for each.
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Combo Front
&
Stack Front:
For connecting into the front input of a typical
combo amp or amp head + external cab, respectively. When choosing either of
these Modes, you’ll see these additional options for further tone shaping:
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Lows (Knob 2):
Attenuates the low frequencies.