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Post subject: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 1:24 pm
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I was watching a anderton's line 6DT25 demo,
And thought, whoa!!!!
http://youtu.be/I9E2eXXwW28
Now I'm seriously gassing for it, any experiences
with this amp neg or pos?

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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 1:47 pm
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It gets decent reviews... not great, but decent.

I like the multi-impedence outputs and the fact that it's a 1X12.

But, it's a hybrid Amp, a modelling Amp, it's designed to sound like some other Amp(s). Personally, I'm a little underwhelmed by this and solid state Amps in general.

You may be happier with an all-tube Amp. Suggest checking out all competing Amps and those in the same price range before deciding (a choice of one is no choice).

IMHO, it's a little spendy for an Amp which is not easily repairable and likely won't retain it's value over the years.

I just got the Bugera V5 for under $150 and it sounds better than my Princeton Chorus (SS) except that the Princeton is 2X10 and has a real spring reverb tank on it.

In the end, it's your ear and your cash. If it works for you... debate over !

Good Luck with what you decide !

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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 1:57 pm
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That's the thing, it's all tube amplifier with a modeling component that can
be bypassed. At least by my understanding.
I know what a great tube amp sounds like, my friend has a two rock
studio pro 35 and Jet 35, divided by 13, Marshall JVM 410 DRRI,
I have a ltd Ed DRRI, blues jr , and egnater tweaked 40.
Ps, I'm not a line 6 fan, but intrigued by this one. But I would like to know
if there's anybody with experience with this one out there?
I'll have to try it out....

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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 2:18 pm
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.... and just to give the other side of the Tube vs. Solid State thing

1. My solid state modeling amp is very lightweight compared to a comparable tube amp

2. Being able to switch from a Fender amp model to what sounds like a Marshall with a single button press is pretty useful

3. My foot controller buttons are programmable!

4. Generally cheaper for solid state

5. If my knobs are bumped on the way to a gig, the settings aren't changed

6. I can lock my amp so nobody can mess with my settings - very useful if you choose to share your amp at a gig

7. I can back up all my setting to a computer and restore them to the amp if necessary

8. Built-in effects! Way more useful than I had anticipated

9. I can connect my amp to my computer with a USB cable for recording

10. I can download other people's presets and apply them to my amp

They each have their advantages. I'm very happy with my modeling amp, the feature set is killer. Sorry, I don't have any specific info about the Line 6 DT25 except to say that demo sure sounded nice!

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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 2:51 pm
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Yeah that demo is great

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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 3:15 pm
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@strings10927...

Thanks for that !!

I'm so far down the Learning Curve that this is a very useful comparison !

You guys have all taught me so much in a short amount of time !

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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 3:32 pm
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Not crazy! I've had pod hd 500 gas for a long time.

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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 3:43 pm
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Yeah, I really like the HD 500 pod, my friend has M13 and is awesome.
I tried the HD300 at a local GC and liked it.

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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 5:39 pm
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bluesstrattone wrote:
Yeah, I really like the HD 500 pod, my friend has M13 and is awesome.
I tried the HD300 at a local GC and liked it.


From what I read and see in vids, the hd 500 is the best out there for under $1000. And it really competes with the best (Axe-Fx I believe) in a lot of ways.

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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 6:13 pm
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I'm always amazed at the amount of variety the modeling amps offer, along with the built-in effects modulation, and how you can create your own, and how you can control everything with a foot switch... if you have time to learn it all.
I had a Vox amp that had all that buit-in stuff, but trying how to use it all practically was a challenge. I wound up finding my favorite amp model and left it there. I used the reverb modulation setting, and left that there.
I messed around with it occasionally, but never used any of the other settings... I could get all the sounds I wanted out of my stomps, so I left them there too.

Traded it in for a Hot Rod Deluxe and never looked back. Very happy with the all-tube and analog dials... and the amp model I liked in the first place 8)

If you have the time to learn it and use it "practically" then go for it. Too complex for me.

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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 6:36 pm
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I would rather have all stomps and a tube amp too. It's just that the hd 500 has so many effects for the price. It would cost a couple thousand dollars or more to try and get all that in analog stomps. I know most don't need all those effects, However, having a multi-effects on call and your favorite stomps together seems the best of both worlds.

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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 6:59 pm
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bluesstrattone wrote:
I was watching a anderton's line 6DT25 demo,
And thought, whoa!!!!
http://youtu.be/I9E2eXXwW28
Now I'm seriously gassing for it, any experiences
with this amp neg or pos?
If the gas pains get too strong you know what has to be done! :lol: :lol: :lol:

Have you played through this amp? You Tube videos are okay but when it comes to amps or guitars I feel it's really important to test drive.

Thanks for the gas alert, bluesstrattone. Your post has piqued my curiosity and I'll check out the DT25 as soon as I get a chance. I don't think I'll be cheating on my beloved HRD but it's always fun to try new gear. :)

Cheers!
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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 8:01 pm
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Lightnin MN wrote:
@strings10927...
Thanks for that !!
I'm so far down the Learning Curve that this is a very useful comparison !
You guys have all taught me so much in a short amount of time !
cheers!

I wish "strings" would post more similar info that matters to the forum and lay off the SPAM... still sounds like he's selling something.

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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2013 8:53 pm
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Lmao, strings the spammer :lol: , simple case of wrong place wrong time..

Well, I decided I'm gonna try it out if guitarcenter gets one,
900.00 bones...thought it was cheaper.
I'm also looking at blackstar ht40, Marshall dsl40c, and the hot rod deluxe.
I am looking to replace my egnater tweaker 40, truth be told .

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Post subject: Re: I'm gassing for the line6 DT25, am I crazy?
Posted: Sat Jan 05, 2013 3:33 pm
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OK, if you like all of the modulations and effects, etc., why not just buy a nice tube amp and a processor like Boss GT-8 or 10? I run mine through a small Fender Pro Junior and get some huge sounds. I also can plug up my pedal board and unplug the GT-8 any time I want and rock out that way. I guess I'm stuck on basic (classic) amps while I don't mind playing around between pedals and processors.


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