So You Got A New PodGo Now What Do You Do?

= In This Episode: =
We get a hands on look at the PodGo from Line 6. We'll take you through everything from un-boxing to first power up, registering your device for warranty & free updates, to updating firmware, trying a factory preset and creating our own preset.
A commonly asked question, does the PodGo compare to Helix as far as tonality? I can honestly say it DOES. Although a different animal from Helix (no Variax input and lack of multiple sends & returns) it still fulfills a need at an awesome price-point.
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[@X66966]

You're the only one who took the time to explained it in a very clear and detailed manner. Thank You so much, you got yourself a subscriber.

[@dalepal]

This is an excellent "get started" video for those just getting the PodGo.

[@musicgearnetwork]

Many thanks buddy!

[@michaelscott2269]

Just received my Pod Go and since I’m a “Old Schooler” from the early 70’s with a Marshall half stack, Strat and a wah plugged in and turned up, this is all really new to me. I’ve watched this video and wanted to say THANK YOU…! This is by far the absolute best instructional video I’ve seen on anything…!! It’s really helped me get the basics down. I wanted to see if you have some additional videos on the SNAPSHOT part, the guides 8 octopuses and 8 tentacles each equal 64, is fine, except I’m still trying to figure this out. Also I want to learn about the IR’s as well. I keep looking.. Again great video and many many Thanks from this Old Rocker Dude…✌️

[@TheBlueskyson]

Mike. I'm in same boat. Eric does a top job here. ty

[@michaelscott2269]

Yes, he is excellent..His videos are the absolute best in my opinion…!

[@dadriankaelan]

Oh man I'm so excited for this show. I can't express it with words!

[@michellekaminsky759]

This video was incredibly helpful!! I followed along with building the preset, and it was a great test to make sure that I have my new Pod Go set up correctly. I also loved the extra tips on how to set delay and pitch effects, as well as eliminating the background fuzz and shutting off the blinking tuner light. Thank you!!

[@musicgearnetwork]

Really glad you found this video helpful. Thank you so much for the kind words and enjoy your new PodGo. We have a really great preset bundle available for it as well to get you started. line6helixpresets.com/product/the-podgo-starter-kit/

[@vinthomas]

Great tutorial! Thanks. I just got my Pod Go this afternoon, and you definitely helped me get up and running faster than I would have myself!

[@videditorEB1]

Thank you so much. We’re setting up our rather old school guitarist with one of these and this is a perfect display of what’s involved in getting started. GREAT VIDEO!!

[@lt4801]

this is EXACTLY what i was looking for! Thank you so much :)

[@alwaysrockn2009]

I just pulled the trigger last week for a PodGo and your video is a life saver for sure. I didn’t see anything on Line 6’s website on how to even register the product or what to do. This video rocked. Thank you!

[@ksjohnson8197]

Wow! Thanks. Such a great video. Makes me feel good about my recent POD GO order. Loved your presets and seeing how you dialed them in. Will definitely use this video when I receive my unit.

[@musicgearnetwork]

Thank you kindly! I am also adding a 10 preset bundle to Marketplace this week as well that will help many people get up and running right out of the gate.

[@HarleyBob957]

Thank you for your time you put into this video. This video helped me get up and running quickly, not I can spend time making music and NOT reading a getting started manual. Great video!!

[@vikasgora174]

I got my PodGo this week and your video is very helpful. Really appreciate your simple and clear explanation. Look forward to more content. All the best!

[@musicgearnetwork]

Congrats and thank you kindly!

[@christophuncharted8625]

I just ordered my Pod Go last night and am way excited to have it delivered. Dude, thanks for the in depth walkthrough and creating great hard rock tones. I just subbed and will definitely be looking forward to more videos soon

[@musicgearnetwork]

You are very welcome! Congrats on your purchase and thank you for the sub. You may want to look at this preset bundle I have available too! line6helixpresets.com/product/the-podgo-starter-kit/

[@edwardprete]

Really great video Eric. Thank you. Hands down the best intro video out there on the pod go.

[@alexmontiel9617]

I cant even begin to explain how great and useful this video was! Thank you so much

[@musicgearnetwork]

Really glad it helped you!

[@gritsguitar]

Love the way you do this......great learning experience and quick out of the gate.......well done and thank you!

[@musicgearnetwork]

You are very welcome and thank you for the kind words.

[@martinohara7136]

Great explanation, that really helped me decide to buy this. Answered a lot of questions not answered elsewhere; this is exactly how I would set up my user settings via PC.

[@pratikshah7809]

I bought a new pod go and this is the only video which helped me set up from the beginning.Really appreciate your work! Keep up the good work!

[@musicgearnetwork]

I cannot thank you enough for the very kind words! Please enjoy your new purchase!

[@spacep0d]

Fantastic video, thank you. Mine's still in the box and it looks like I found the right video to watch before unboxing. Thanks!

[@billschriever]

Yes! This is exactly how "Get Started" videos should be done. Great job, well done! Subscribed! Thank you so much!!

[@musicgearnetwork]

Huge thank you. I am thrilled that this video helped you and thank you for subscribing.

[@rosskrause3926]

I just got my new one 5 days ago and have only registered it and simple play through of the factory presets..this video has got me ready to hook up to my home computer and get busy !! this is great !! I just subscribed and will be looking for your videos on this and many other amazing products !! Thank you !!

[@musicgearnetwork]

You are very welcome! Congrats on your purchase!

[@kerryewen3624]

This video is absolutely a must see for newbies like me . Just what the doctor ordered , very informative.

[@-jeffk3339]

Super helpful Eric - just installed the unit today with your assistance.

[@musicgearnetwork]

Super pleased to hear that! Thank you and enjoy your new helix!

[@mksounds6326]

Bought my Pod Go yesterday afternoon to replace my Floor Pod Plus. This video was extremely helpful! Thank you! MK

[@musicgearnetwork]

Congrats on your purchase and you are more than welcome!

[@ginoames]

Great video Eric, I've had my Pod Go for about 2 weeks and I have referenced this video several times. I look forward to checking out your presets on the Line 6 market place. 🤘🤓🎸

[@musicgearnetwork]

Thank you buddy!

[@randyclere2330]

Eric! thanks SO much for this... I decided to buy two of these units, for the melody/bass sides of the Chapman Stick... I had the Helix, however I wanted to down size my rig. Im going into two Headrush powered monitors. thanks so much this was a great video...!

[@sjsphotog]

Nice and simple overview Erick. Looking forward to seeing what you can do with it and ho you will try and minimize some of the limitations it has compared to the full Helix floor or LT. I wish this had come out a few years ago so I didnt have to deal with the Firehawk FX with no updates or support. Ive since upgraded to the LT but for hobbyists and non-pros on a budget the PodGo looks like a great unit to get your feet wet in the Helix ecosystem

[@MileHighFan2Seven]

That little transparent setting in the preferences fixed something that i was struggling with in my Helix. Awesome information. Thanks for all you do to help the community.

[@musicgearnetwork]

You are very welcome and thank you as well for watching and your support!

[@MileHighFan2Seven]

@@musicgearnetwork I love your content. I have purchased your Pasadena preset and try to support as much as I can. I have noticed occasionally a viewer does a super chat and donates. How does that process work in YT? Thanks!

[@musicgearnetwork]

@@MileHighFan2Seven I greatly appreciate your feedback and support. I hope you dig the Pasadena presets! I am going to build them for PodGo as well. Super Chat revenue is shared with KZbin and the creator. KZbin takes a fairly high percentage of it, and we don't see the payment until the following month. Often times I share my paypal link instead, as it gets to the creator immediately. Thanks again and please be safe!

[@MileHighFan2Seven]

@@musicgearnetwork PayPal it is. Again I really appreciate the time and effort you put into sharing with the community. Thanks!

[@johnmcneill8041]

Superb and simple instruction. Really enjoyed

[@TheBeamHunter]

The POD GO had my attention. Thanks to your video it has my interest!

[@musicgearnetwork]

Awesome to hear!

[@lesbrown8099]

I’ve been enjoying your PodGo Starter Kit and am mesmerized by the “CLN Swell Delay” setting... glorious! Perfect for Sound of Silence, Alice Cooper’s Alma Mater, California Dreaming, surf music... on and on... thank you....

[@musicgearnetwork]

Really glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much!

[@misslillysdaddy]

Wow . Incredible video . Thanks for this.

[@nigelpatrickwinfield4859]

Just bought mine today. Very basic demo from music shop assistant who was unfamiliar with it but managed to set up a couple of presets quickly - regular expert guy lined up yesterday (called Ringo!) tested pos for Covid last night so wasn't there. Not had chance to hook it up yet but from what I've seen and heard in the shop it's just what I need, having struggled with a Boss ME80 for last few years. But boning up on YT and this is the most informative I've seen so far. I have the assurance from the shop that when Ringo returns (I'm assured he will) I can take it down again and he'll give me as much personal tutorials as I need - excellent customer care from PMT Nottingham. But in between I'll be checking out these great vids.

[@heywally2739]

Thanks so much for this! Will be getting one of these ladies next week; this seems to be very useful!

[@ShaneIrwin7]

Wow thanks for the tips! Waiting on mine to arrive soon. I feel like I prepared now.

[@musicgearnetwork]

You are very welcome! Enjoy your new PodGo!

[@TraneFrancks]

That was a very nice walkthrough. It's pretty exciting to see just how simple editing is. Being able to turn off amp/cab blocks also makes this a really solid MFX unit to use with an actual tube amp.

[@musicgearnetwork]

Thank you I am really glad you found the video helpful.

[@TraneFrancks]

@@musicgearnetwork Yes, indeed. I'm currently running a vintage POD 2.0 / Floor Board into the EFX return of a DSL1C in low power mode. It actually sounds pretty good to overcome the 1C's rather lacking tone and have some grit when you get the output volume on the POD just right. It makes for a pleasing platform at volumes that my wife can tolerate. I'm strongly considering the POD GO as an upgrade for the same configuration, improved DAW options and even a direct FOH gig rig.

[@dean3338]

Thanks Eric, I just bought one and am trying to brush up on it before it arrives. Nice tips🎼🎸

[@user-od2xl9ys7p]

Dude, thank you! Getting my Pod Go set up seemed confusing until I found your vid.

[@musicgearnetwork]

So very happy to hear that. Thank you and have fun!

[@TheBlueskyson]

This is great Eric. I'm learning a few things. Very good explanation. Simple and useful. Thanks bro, and Merry xmas to you and fam.

[@anthonyfrank146]

Great video. Not boring fast and to the point.

[@azdh85224]

Sounds fantastic! I have owned every pod since the original bean. I ordered mine in January. Has not shipped as of yet. Love my HX Stomp, but but can’t wait for my Pod Go!👍🏻🎸

[@musicgearnetwork]

Can't wait for you to get it. Let me know when you do!

[@joethrelfall6370]

@@musicgearnetwork wait so which of the software ls do I need to install first

[@Getreadywithme360]

Thank you for this tutorial. While watching I couldn't help laughing thinking, this guy is Bob Ross, the electronic version. Lol, In Bob Ross Voice "we're just going to bring in a little bit of mids, and maybe just a splash of reverb"

[@seedygreen]

Nice one. Super helpful video!

[@cbeserra]

Very thorough review! Nice!

[@musicgearnetwork]

Huge thank you!

[@alimaleki217]

Great intro, Eric! Very helpful having just received my Pod Go. Extra points for guiding us through disabling that bloody flashing light; it was driving me crazy!

[@musicgearnetwork]

You are very welcome, I am glad it was of help to you. Thank you kindly as well!

[@jsowder19]

Your tone really gives me some 80's vibes. Dokken, Ratt, etc. Sounds killer.

[@musicgearnetwork]

I truly appreciate that. Thank you kindly!!

[@edhauser6052]

Let’s have a look and see what this one sounds like! (Timeless) lol great vid!

[@bigbluecrab]

+10...stopping the flashing light. LOL great quick and info tutorial...Thanks friend!!

[@musicgearnetwork]

You are very welcome!

[@xocnibor]

Brilliant demo

[@musicgearnetwork]

Huge thank you!

[@Chance-ry1hq]

I wish I could talk as fast as this guy. Thanks for the thorough tutorial.

[@texholliday]

Excellent presentation: thx Sir

[@garyballard723]

Great job on this video.

[@rafaelmarrero2681]

Best video to learn how to program the POD GO!

[@dekelsey1]

This information was so good, it got me off the fence! So many advantages over my old Korg Toneworks AX-1500G (and hard to see display now). This is gonna be great since I'm a guitar player that's also a computer tech and love what you showed in modifying so much in real time. You answered my concern over user made presets availability, let alone how they are made, which is great!!! Not knocking my old Korg, but it has zero user presets, without losing a factory preset - not good. Thank you for the great info and covering cool features!

[@musicgearnetwork]

You are very welcome and thank you as well for the very kind words!

[@StephenWLong]

Thanks! Just walked through my first line 6 puchase with you!

[@musicgearnetwork]

Heck yes!! Awesome and I'm glad you found this video helpful.

[@StephenWLong]

Hey - with regards to the Input Gate. I've got some crazy noisey pu's (slick 57) and had to turn that gate all the way to -31dB to get a decent noise level. Is this ok? Are there any side effects I should be aware of or considering with this setting? Thanks!

[@musicgearnetwork]

@@StephenWLong Hmm I am not familiar with those pickups, but having to adjust the input that high is concerning. I would personally look at other pickups. Usually with the average noisy pickup the factory default noise gate cleans everything right up. I have never adjusted mine past the factory default whenever I need to engage it.

[@JeffPershing]

Thank you for the outstanding tutorial!!

[@musicgearnetwork]

Very welcome!

[@cptntwang]

Hello, you know what you are doing. Respect. Greetings from Germany

[@CalliGom]

This is how Get Started videos should be, it's great. Thank you!

[@syaheer8689]

Sound great!

[@berniesmusic]

Excellent video

[@shovington67]

Great start up tutorial ! I'll send you a beard & mustache trimmer.

[@sfear6]

very detailed.. thank you

[@Nicolae8607]

Thank you so much for the tutorial

[@musicgearnetwork]

Very welcome and thank you for watching!

[@tattoofred]

Fantastic video thanks ;)

[@alherman2711]

Nice tip with the dual pitch gonna try it tomorrow on the stomp seems to give it a nice 3d effect.

[@musicgearnetwork]

Good luck! I hope it works for you!

[@slicksalmon6948]

Very helpful ... thanks.

[@joffle86]

Great video Eric

[@musicgearnetwork]

Huge thank you!

[@OLDGITT]

Love the video's and how you explain everything,keep up the good work , I,m new to the helix world and just purchased a powercab plus 212 & podgo ,was wondering if u could at some point create a video on how to connect the podgo & powercab plus together with leads and set them up so they are ready to use especially for local gigging as stand alone on stage scenario explaining any important settings to adjust in the cab and podgo ,just want to use the 2 items like a normal amp on stage with guitar ! i have limited room at home & don't have a studio room to plug all the gear i see in your videos, wish i had it looks like a blast to control all the devices ,will get their eventually just want to keep pretty simple and get back out their gigging around ,any advice would be helpful. ! great channel.

[@larrycavallucci3258]

Bought one of these this past weekend, not delivered yet. But trying to get a head start! so a couple questions ----1) I assume I can download all I need now before I get the unit. 2) when ready to load all to the unit, and also work on my first pre-set like you did, I also assume that I connect the unit to my computer, and then also plug my GTR into it as well, so I can HEAR what I'm editing and adjusting on the sound side. 3) also guessing I''ll have to hear it by hooking up a pair of my headphones. Thanks.....Good Video, and especially that you did not RUSH through the install portion!

[@andrewcelotto8297]

This is great!!! thank you so much

[@musicgearnetwork]

Very welcome!

[@earlbrackett6508]

i swore off Line6 years ago, but after seeing no other new multi-fx products on the market i decided to give POD Go a shot. I was also bolstered by demos & reviews that disclosed that it's basically a budget Helix. I'm amazed at the quality of the newer boutique amps and for the first time the FX live up to the amp's quality. If you want a compact set-up for recording and gigging and can't justify $1-2k on a Helix or Profiler or a room full of stomp-boxes, then this is your solution. It puts a smile on my face daily when i'm creating tones for recording. Line6 is back in a big way...

[@nigelpatrickwinfield4859]

My thoughts exactly when I was looking to update my set up Earl. Bit the bullet and bought mine today. You posted this a year ago - how are you getting on with it now? Still impressed? Let us all know please... thanks in advance!

[@coryruest]

just bought this, best review on youtube, i know how to use it after watching this

[@musicgearnetwork]

I cannot thank you enough. I am glad you found this helpful and hope you enjoy your new PodGo. If you are interested in my PodGo bundle preset package I have them on sale at www.line6helixpresets.com

[@coryruest]

@@musicgearnetwork im looking at it now thanks

[@steviesavage]

I'm falling out of love with mine recently, it quite simply cannot compete with the sound of a true valve amp 'in the room' and I've concluded that modellers are more suited to recording, but not for playing live for various reasons.

[@joaomanoel9922]

Super! Tks a lot.

[@MarcEandfriends]

excellent. Thank you.

[@musicgearnetwork]

Very welcome!

[@stevenbrownlie2095]

Excellent helpful introduction to the Pod Go. Very well presented. Thank you. Earned a sub from me.

[@musicgearnetwork]

I am very glad this helped you and I appreciate the sub greatly!

[@jonatan617]

video is one years old ! but I’ll try it

[@pratyulmusic]

Thank you for wonderful video , I have few questions 1. Can I use my existing reverb /delay pedals with Pod Go in stereo ? 2. Also if I use an existing pedal, will that occupy one of the block chains in the Pod Go out of 4 user slots ?

[@luisvillarreal5262]

I would just set it to Michael Schenker’s part wah sound and it’s off to the races I go.

[@gdebrango]

Definitely looking for that acoustic ir patch setup. It would be nice to see acoustic amps in the database

[@nigelpatrickwinfield4859]

That's a good point - I'm gonna need an acoustic sim, not crucial but would be nice to have it. Just got mine today, no chance to hook up yet but is there one?

[@gritsguitar]

What fun! My Pod Go came in....i came back to this video and created this preset...sounds amazing!! Do you have any other how to's regarding setting presets or offer some of your own for sale....thanks...extremely helpful

[@rubentrevino6288]

EXCELLENT VIDEO MATE

[@musicgearnetwork]

Huge thank you!

[@connorallen8703]

I just got mine this afternoon and I'm surprised how much I'm liking it. As a bassist it's cool that they have Ampeg amps built in so I can rest knowing my low end needs are more than met!

[@chriscornell8766]

Good to know, I ordered mine today and will get it on Saturday

[@connorallen8703]

@@chriscornell8766 Wow didn't realize I've been using it for a year. So a year in and I love it. It's such a versatile pedal. One day I would love to upgrade to the full Helix thing but this is great for 95% of gigs I'll ever do.

[@SleepySlevin]

Might as well study the manual while i wait anxiously for mine to get here.

[@musicgearnetwork]

I did the same thing lol!

[@bertfitness5747]

Great job

[@musicgearnetwork]

Thank you!!

[@thewowsages]

i got mine last summer, been so busy at work barely powered up the unit maybe 3-4 times

[@Petruccikakias]

Great video!I bought a PodGo but I'm new to multieffect pedals so here is my question. What do I need to connect the pod to the pc for recording but also having background music playing?

[@bcain5823]

You may want to update this video. I just got a Pod Go and it was very difficult to figure where or how to start installing the software/firmware. The manual says to start Pod Go Edit and it will instruct how to install. Well it didn't. The kicker is you need drivers installed first but there is nothing that explains how to do that. Luckily I found the Line 6 forum page that had a link on how to install the editor with drivers but it was an old version. I installed it anyway then went to the software update page and (again) downloaded the latest version. This time it worked and I was able to update to 1.30.0 on both Pro Edit and the Pod Go. It took me over an hour to figure this out!!

[@samsimgeo]

Great Review Eric...I will definitely use this as a guide once I get the unit. However, is it mandatory to download the latest packages and register the unit before starting to use it?

[@PooNinja]

How did I miss this oh I was eating 🤪 Pod go is Go!

[@musicgearnetwork]

No probs man!

[@josearalat]

Excellent video. Can you assign a different stomp number to an already existing preset? Ej If I want to change my preset 1A and put it in 3B?

[@hernan_93]

I really like the global settings you did. Have you a video about global EQ or better, availables preset EQ? That would be useful for your audience...

[@musicgearnetwork]

Thank you kindly, I have not done a full video on global settings but I may do that soon.

[@davebriscoe6529]

Eric sounds great

[@musicgearnetwork]

Thanks man!

[@HOLD1]

Hi, Jason wade channel sent me here, subscribed:) take care music friend

[@musicgearnetwork]

I will be sure to thank him! Thank you kindly as well

[@larrycavallucci3258]

Couple quick questions. Unit being delivered on SAT, but on my head start from previous post, a couple questions PLS. 1) do you also have to download the Driver? I did install the updater c1.28 and the Edit 2.0. 2) is the Updater utility you discuss around the 10:30 mark, the same as the Updater? Thanks! I'm also gonna plug the board into an amp along with my Desktop.

[@cbeserra]

Subscribed!

[@musicgearnetwork]

Appreciated greatly!

[@ZenDriveSeven]

Hello. I'm having trouble accessing the pod go edit on my iPad. The files are downloaded on the cloud and I'm not sure how to finalize setup. It did not give me an oprion to save files to ipad. Any help would be appreciated.

[@rayprevailer8454]

Man that unit sounds amazing. Sold my GSP1101. Getting the Pod Go.

[@musicgearnetwork]

Awesome!

[@shane011471]

Just got this as a gift and I was wondering if I could use it in front of my AC15C2 just for the effects alone without changing the way my Amp sounds (As I love the way it sounds and I do not want this thing messing with it in any way at all ?) I was planning to use the amp out and go straight into the AC15 as it has no effects loop but works well with pedals. Have no use for the cab sims or anything else for that matter. Just was wondering if this can be done as I have not even pulled this out of the box yet. Any settings that need to be changed OR should I not even bother with this thing and just get rid of it?