Line 6 AXSys 212

Contents

4 AxSys 212 User Manual

WELCOME TO THE AXSYS 212 DIGITAL GUITAR SYSTEM!

The AxSys 212 is the first of its kind Ð a new generation of guitar amp. In

the past, searching for the right ÒtoneÓ meant trying out dozens of amps Ð

each having its own unique, signature sound. If you wanted more than

one sound, you needed more than one amp to cover all the bases.

Now, many of the classic guitar amp sounds are yours at the touch of a

button. Thanks to new technologies and Òphysical modelingÓ, the AxSys

212 can imitate almost any guitar amp on the market today (and plenty of

vintage amps that are no longer made). AxSysÕ unique TubeToneª

design emulates the internal circuitry of various guitar amps, giving you

the tone youÕre looking for Ð without having to buy (or cart around) all

those other amps, or deal with ÒmoodyÓ tubes. Physical modeling also is

used to emulate sounds like spring reverb, and even an acoustic guitar.

And what about all those rack-mount effects and pedal boxes on the floor?

AxSys provides a full complement of state-of-the-art 24-bit simultaneous

stereo digital effects including: noise gate, hum canceller, compressor,

wah, distortion box, multiple EQs, chorus, flange, delay, reverb, cabinet

simulation, and a lot more Ð itÕs all in there! ThereÕs even a digital tuner.

The AxSys 212 is programmable, with 128 presets and 128 user sounds,

that can be selected by MIDI foot pedals, sequencers and computers. Top

it off with twin custom 12" Eminence speakers and 100 Watts of stereo

power, and you have one very powerful system in a portable package.

YouÕre probably anxious to get started and make some music, right? First,

letÕs tell you about how this manual is organized and how best to use it...

This manual will help you get the most out of your AxSys 212 Digital

Guitar System. We suggest you read through the manual once completely.

Then use the Table of Contents and Index for specific topics or features.

☞If, like the rest of us, you have no patience and require instant gratification,

jump right over to chapter 1 right now.

The manual has been divided into the following sections:

¥ Chapter 1, Quick Start, will get you up and running quickly.

¥ Chapter 2, The Guided Tour, will walk you through the basics of

sound selection and tone shaping.

¥ Chapter 3, Description of Features, explains the features of the AxSys,

and how to achieve the sound youÕre searching for.

¥ The Appendices cover specifications, troubleshooting and maintenance

tips, MIDI implementation, and use of external speakers.