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Line 6 Announces New DT50 Family of Guitar Amps

New flagship amplifiers produce dramatic advantages in tone, feel and response via a deeper integration of modeling and tube technologies
Click here to watch our video demo of the DT50 head.
Calabasas, CA (September 30, 2010) -- Line 6, Inc., the industry leader in digital modeling technology for music-creation products, announces DT50, its new line of flagship guitar amplifiers. The new amplifiers deliver a wide range of inspiring amp tones by delivering a deeper integration of flexible, boutique-style tube design and revolutionary new HD amp modeling technology.


DT50 112 - Larger Pic

“By far the most creative and advanced integration of tubes and amp modeling technology today can be found under the hood of DT50,” comments Elliot Chenault, Line 6 Product Manager. “We’ve totally rethought the relationship between modeling and tubes. The digital section of the amplifier effectively “talks” with the analog section, which was designed by living-legend tube amp designer Reinhold Bogner, for an incredibly responsive and distinctive amplifier that stands alone as Line 6’s flagship amp.”

DT50 guitar amplifiers produce the four amp voicings on which all great amplifiers are based – classic American cleans, chimey and crunchy British tones, and modern high-gain distortion – and they do so with exceptional results. To deliver the most authentic sonic signature, each voicing is comprised of a preamp and tone stack fueled by brand-new Line 6 HD modeling technology, and automatically paired with dynamic analog circuitry including tube configuration and negative feedback topology courtesy of Reinhold Bogner’s uniquely versatile 50-watt EL34 power section.

To produce a classic American amp voicing, for example, DT50 guitar amps engage HD amp modeling technology to configure the preamp and tone stack to produce a gleaming, classic clean tone and supports it by automatically reconfiguring its analog components for a high amount of negative feedback, reproducing the analog circuitry of heralded American amplifiers.

Players can also create their own signature tones with easy front-panel access to the tube amp’s analog Class A/Class AB and Pentode/Triode switches. Their favorite Class A amp tones can be run in Class AB, and so on. The mixing and matching of HD amp modeling technology with reconfigurable analog circuitry is one of the many benefits of groundbreaking new Line 6 technology, which is debuting in DT50 guitar amplifiers.


DT50 212

The amps feature a classic, two-channel design for a simple and engaging experience. Each channel can be set with a completely different reconfiguration – Channel A can be Voicing I/Class A/Pentode; Channel B can be Voicing IV/Class AB/Triode – for total one-touch reconfiguration via the channel switch. The streamlined and straightforward layout is free of complexity and learning curve, and is ideal for the gigging musician.

DT50 guitar amplifiers integrate seamlessly with new POD HD multi-effect pedals. Together they deliver incredible tonal variety, functionality and component-to-component communication via new proprietary L6 LINK technology. POD HD multi-effect pedals can add scores of effects, trigger DT50 analog circuit reconfigurations, and more.

All DT50 amplifiers include a high-quality spring reverb model on each channel, a serial FX loop with level boost/cut, and a push/pull volume pot that engages a Low Volume Mode, which is perfect for late nights or smaller venues. An output transformer-tapped XLR connection provides a cabinet-simulated direct output, providing a line-level output which dynamically interacts with the DT50 speaker and tubes. Channel switching can be achieved via standard 1/4-inch footswitch, MIDI, or L6 LINK connections.


DT50 Head and 412

DT50 112 features a 12-inch custom Celestion G12H90 speaker; DT50 212 features 12-inch Celestion Vintage 30 and custom Celestion G12H90 speakers; DT50 412 cab is cross-loaded with two 12-inch custom Celestion G12H90s and two 12-inch Celestion Vintage 30s.

DT50 112 - $1849.99 (MSRP)
DT50 212 - $2149.99 (MSRP)
DT50 Head - $1649.99 (MSRP)
DT50 412 Cabinet - $1149.99 (MSRP)

For more information:
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Babtanian
on 09/13/2011 		(Continued)...

So, I think it's all about what you're looking to accomplish with a rig. If you're looking for "your sound", you might very well find it in a Line 6 rig, and then again you may not. You may demo and purchase 10 or more amps and effects systems before you find what you're looking for. That's the ongoing, life-long quest for guitar players. However, if you're in a cover band or tribute band of any sort, it's hard to beat the violent tonal flexibility of a Line 6 rig and the simplicity that doesn't necessitate a load of cash for additional gear and payroll for a small army to move it around.
Babtanian
on 09/13/2011 		I'm not sure where the concept of Line 6 losing quality over the years comes from. While some advancements have been subtle or even negligible, others have been pretty impressive. I've ownwed and utilized Line 6 gear from the very beginning; from the Flextone Head to the Vetta 2 HD to the Spider Valve MkII. I can't say that I've been "blown away" by anything they have produced, but being blown away by any piece of gear from any company is a rare occurance.

I don't prescribe to the "entry level" label on Line 6 stuff either. I think the level of satisfaction you get from Line 6 is greatly dependent on your application. I utilized the Vetta 2 HD for about 5 years in my original band "Psychas". When the Spider Valve MkII came out, it seemed like a natural progression for heavy hard rock. The tone was warmer and I was happy with it. Psychas is an original project though and I was still very much searching for an original sound; not a modeled version of it. At the end of the day, I grabbed a Hughes & Kettner TriAmp MkII and a TC Electronic G-System for my original rig and I couldn't be happier.

Both the Vetta 2 and the Spider Valve MkII are now being utilized in my Iron Maiden Tribute "Maiden Chicago". They are absolutely perfect for this application. I'm not looking for an original tone here; I am specifically looking to "model" several different tones from various albums and periods in Maiden's career. Despite being 7 years old, the Vetta 2 is especially effective in this application. It's such a deep, deep ocean that literally every tone, every amp, effect and piece of gear Adrian Smith ever used is available in the amp. If there's one constant after every show, it is multiple compliments on my duplication of Adrian Smith's guitar tone.

So, I think it's all about what you're looking to accomplish with a rig. If you're looking for "your sound", you might very well find it in a Line 6 rig, and then
player335
on 01/30/2011 		I think MM is right to 'some' degree as far as the guys who can drop $3k on a rig maybe turned off just because of the name because they can afford to be picky but for most guys who are weekend warriors playing every week who don't have that kind of cash but can have an amp that comes close to the tones of a popular, boutique and or high end amp without the cost and fear of some beer soaked fool spilling a beer on their $3000 rig then I say .........thanks Line 6 for trying
leachs49
on 11/16/2010 		It's too bad that none of the comments so far are from anyone who has actually played with the amp. As for Michael Mouse's comments, I have to agree with respect to those made in regards to Line 6's quality demise over the last decade. I own alot of Line 6 gear (Pod v1, guitarport, Veta amp, Variax 500, Pod XT Live, JM4 Looper), and I have just aquired a Pod HD 500. The majority of the listed Line 6 gear above is just as Mr. Mouse says '.. relegated to the music 'toy' section...'. But I have to say the Pod HD 500 is different. There is a significant tone improvemnt, and if the DT50 will enable it to be used in a live setting with acceptable tone quality, I'll dump all the aforementioned gear (save the HD 500) to get it. The reason the Line 6 equipment is desireable is obviously due to the range of sound and effects. I own both a Fender Twin Reverb and a Messa Boggie F30. Both great sounding amps, but both are very loud and I find limited in the variation of tone unless you place effects in the mix. The Line 6 'sex appeal' lies in the swiss army knife concept. The Axe-Fx is close to $3000, and you still need to amplify it. The HD 500 and a DT50 combo comes in under $2000. I really hope they get somewhat close to the hype.
Steve
on 10/02/2010 		Would really like to see a side by side test of their American Clean with the Real Fender that the DSP section of this amp modeled on (also it uses EL34's - Granted Mesa Lonestar Classic is EL34 and very sweet clean sound) like wise for the rest, Crunch, Chime & Hi-Gain - if this is one step closer to real tube amp tone I'd like to hear these side by side myself, but really play them side by side myself, video always harder to judge IMHO - granted the vids on the Two Rock site sound awesome. I'll stick with Lehle amp switcher for my Fender, Marshal & Mesa etc.... but I'll say that I like the simplicity and the direction that Line 6 going with this one. However I tend to agree with M. Mouse above! Line 6 were top dog in the modeling world but now not so... IK's Amplitube 3 & Fender Suite are vastly superior to the Line 6 plugs... Sorry Line 6 either I matured or you devolved...maybe a bit of both. Hopefully the DT50 brings you back up the rank.
Michael Mouse
on 10/02/2010 		Lol saying 'the Spider valve blows me away' (actually twice mentioning Line 6's ability to blow you away) is really not doing yourself any favors in terms of referencing a guide to your stellar, critical, world class ears.....lol. Disclaimer - I worked with Line 6 for many years, and I respect them as a company making well devised, savvy, business & marketing decisions, but when it comes down to tone, the whole tone, and nothing but the tone, there is little to garner my interest let alone blow me away...lol. With all the 'blowing away' going on, your comments are perhaps more suited for 'Guitar School' than The magazine who chases 'The relentless pursuit of tone' Tim. All the best.
Tim
on 10/01/2010 		I am completely blown away by Line 6's recently released products. The M13, M9 and especially the Spider Valve mkII (which I own and gig with exclusively) are all fine examples of Line 6's vision and direction. Being a gigging guitarist for the past 20 years, I have a seasoned and critical ear--and the Spider Valve mkII blows me away. I can only imagine the tones that the DT50 is capable of producing.
Michael Mouse
on 10/01/2010 		They look cool, they have a large endorsement just by Reinhold's involvement, yet just listening to the video, you hear that same 'cheap' sound as with many of the last several offerings by Line 6. I think most pro players (or people that are willing to drop almost $3,000 on a head/cab) will be turned off by the 'Line 6' name on the front, if not by the sound. Where once Line 6 name was symbolic with cutting edge/exciting products, they are mostly relegated to the music 'toy' section/bargain bin in your local GC, or craigslist ads. With the Axe-Fx and Eleven racks coming out FAR FAR superior to the line 6 modeling technologies employed, they simply devour the lower cost algorithm's, and technology Line 6 gear currently employs. Line 6 sounds thinner, more digital, and less appealing. BTW - This is not just a personal take, we run a large teaching studio with almost 200 students, and Line 6 products are generally viewed as 'entry level' I should note we use the Line 6 Pod's in our teaching studios running into full tube amps, and the sound is good... so I'm not anti Line 6, just against their lack of good quality current gear. you can dress up gear and add sex appeal as much as you want, but it's about tone, and sadly, line 6 have totally dropped the ball in that regard. A far cry from 10 years ago when The Pod Axsys 212 etc were revolutionary in the industry and found in many studios at the time. The original racks Echo, Mod, and Filter Pro were classy pro level devices, yet they were discontinued by Line 6. I think asa brand Line 6 are confused, they want to appeal to the younger entry level market, yet are still hoping to retain the pro level market, and that market has been eroded in the last several years.
Don
on 10/01/2010 		Wow, looks interesting. The look of it kind of reminds me of the old "Duo-Verbs"



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