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Line 6 Spider Valve MkII 212

Item ID: SpiderV2-212

4oW, 2 x 12" Tube Modeling Combo Amplifier with 16 Amplifier Models, 20 Effects, and Built-in Tuner

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Boutique Tube Tone with Legendary Amp Models

When you plug into the Line 6 Spider Valve MkII 212, you're ready to jam with practically any tone from guitar history, all with that unmistakable push-pull vibe that only a tube amp gives you. How's it work? Line 6 designed the Spider Valve MkII 212 modeling combo amplifier alongside renowned tube amp designer Reinhold Bogner, so you get the best of both worlds: Line 6's modeling know-how and Bogner's visionary boutique amp expertise. Explore 16 sophisticated British, American, and European amplifier models plus 20 essential effects — the Spider Valve MkII 212 is your versatile tone machine.

Line 6 Spider Valve MkII 212 40-watt, 2 x 12" Tube Modeling Guitar Amplifier at a Glance:
  • Best of both worlds: Line 6 modeling, Bogner's boutique amp expertise
  • Build your dream tone: 16 first-class amp models and 20 vibrant effects
  • Gives you that unmistakable tube tone and vibe
  • Other cool extras: built-in tuner, footpedal support

Best of both worlds: Line 6 modeling, Bogner's boutique amp expertise
With the Line 6 Spider Valve MkII 212, you get a best-of-both-worlds playing experience. Line 6 — the wizards behind the popular POD amplifier and effects modeling series — got together with renowned boutique tube amplifier designer Reinhold Bogner to create this new series. Inside, you'll find all of the makings of a great tube amplifier — but one that's packed with models of the most famous amplifiers and effects in history.

Build your dream tone: 16 first-class amp models and 20 vibrant effects
The Spider Valve MkII 212 is as versatile as it is amazing sounding. Line 6 included models of legendary American, British, and European guitar amplifiers, so you can experiment with nearly any tone imaginable. What's more, the Spider Valve MkII 212 features 20 essential effects, giving you a broad spectrum of colors, textures, and dimensions for tonal sculpting. To craft your dream sound, you can use up to four effects and once, and easily tweak up to seven parameters of each effect, right from the Spider Valve MkII 212's intuitive front panel. There's even a built-in 14-second looper for creating layers of melody, harmony, and rhythm. Other cool effects include Smart Harmony and Pitch Glide.

Gives you that unmistakable tube tone and vibe
While the Line 6 Spider Valve MkII 212 is a fantastic modeling amplifier, it's a true tube amplifier through and through. You've got boutique-style, Bogner-designed preamp and power amp sections, for amazingly rich harmonics, unprecedented sonic impact, and that unmatched tube amp playing experience.

Other cool extras: built-in tuner, footpedal support
On top of its tonal prowess, the Line 6 Spider Valve MkII 212 gives you over-the-top extras you wouldn't expect from such an affordable combo amplifier. There's a built-in tuner, so you can quickly dial in alternate tunings or get right back into standard. And to take hands-free control of the Spider Valve MkII 212's extensive effects and amplifier models onstage, you can use an optional Line 6 footpedal.

Line 6 Spider Valve MkII 212 40-watt, 2 x 12" Tube Modeling Guitar Amplifier Features:
  • 40-watt, 1 x 12" tube modeling guitar amplifier
  • Packed with models of 16 legendary American, British and European amplifiers
  • More than 20 tweakable built-in effects
  • Designed in collaboration with renowned amp designer Reinhold Bogner
  • Features two 12AX7 preamp tubes, two 6L6 power tubes, and a Celestion Vintage 30 speaker
  • Built-in front-panel tuner

Line 6 Spider Valve MkII 212 40-watt, 2 x 12" Tube Modeling Guitar Amplifier Specifications:
  • 40 watts
  • Class AB tube amp with two 12AX7 preamp tubes and two 6L6 power tubes
  • 1x12" Celestion Vintage 30 speaker
  • 16 of the most advanced Line 6 amp models to date
  • 20 Smart FX (up to 4 at once)
  • Quick Loop: 14-second sound-on-sound looper
  • Noise Gate, Boost (up to +8dB pre, post or both), Volume routing
  • Advanced routing and full adjustability up to 7 effect parameters
  • Oversized two-line LCD
  • MIDI input and output/thru for seamless integration into MIDI switching setups
  • Line 6 foot controller compatibility
  • 128 user presets
  • Bass, Mid, Treble and Drive knobs
  • Channel volume
  • Manual mode for a traditional front-panel amplifier experience
  • XLR Output supports two output modes: Performance Mode and Studio Mode
  • Oversized LCD is easy to use and easy to read
  • Tuned three-quarter closed-back cabinet
  • Built-in front-panel tuner
  • 1/4" speaker outputs (single and dual)
  • 1/4" power amp input and preamp output jacks
  • Weight: 60 lbs.
  • Dimensions: 26.75" L x 21.75" H x 11.25" D

With the versatile Line 6 Spider Valve MkII 212 combo amplifier, you get the tube tone you want with the models you need!

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Specification Detail
Type Hybrid
Number of Channels 4
Power 40W Class AB
Speakers 2 x 12" Celestion Vintage 30
Effects Yes
Reverb Yes
EQ Bass, Mid, Treble
Amp Modeling Yes
Number of Models 128 User, 16 Amp Models
Preamp Tubes 2 x 12AX7
Power Tubes 2 x 6L6
Inputs 1 x Instrument
Outputs 5 x Speaker, 1 x XLR (Direct Out)
Footswitch I/O Yes
Effects Loop Yes
Height 21.75"
Width 26.75"
Depth 11.25"
Weight 60 lbs.
Notes MIDI I/O
Manufacturer Part Number 99-011-0805

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Better than ever--with firmware update

by Dwight from columbia, MO
April 4, 2011
Music Background: Hard rock guitarist ala EVH for many years. Into computer based home studio recording and mixing.
i've had this amp a few weeks now and love it. At first I as disappointed because I couldn't seem to get the hard rock eighties-type distortion I like with the standard tube overdrive knob. The soun... read more [+]d was too bassy and dirty for my taste--although I'm sure many def metal players would love it, as is. Recently, however, I downloaded the new flash memory/firmware update for the amp, which triples the number of effects you can access on the amp. Included in this new effects bundle are several different kinds ofstortion you can use to supplement the tube overdrive. The "classic distortion" for instance is brighter and crisper than the bass-heavy overdrive that is standard on the amp. There are also tons of high quality effects available. You can create virtually any sound you want with this amp, from standard clean and overdrive and killer distortion tones to far out wah-wah, vibrato, pitch glide harmonics, extreme delay and echo effects, various kinds of compression for extreme sustaion and spooky, cavernous reverb. One caveat: you should be aware that to get the most out of this incredible amp, you really have to buy the "optional" FBV shortboard footswitching device, and hook the thing up to your computer to download the latest updates and use Line 6's editing software to easily and precisely craft your own presets. You don't need to be a computer whiz to enjoy this amp--anyone under forty shouldn't have any problems--but you do need to have basic computer skills. This amp also requires that you be willing to actually read the five or six short manuals for it that are online. So, although it may require a little more effort to really get going with this amp, it's definitely worth it. close [-]

Best Kept Secret!

by Ray from Brooklyn, NY USA
February 28, 2011
Music Background: Rapper/Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist/Recording Engineer/Producer/Anything else?!?
I've owned this amp for about a week now. I first stumbled upon it in a local Guitar Center. Here is my impression:

Sound (the most important thing!):
AMAZING! There are millions... read more [+] of (QUALITY!) tones that you can get out of this thing. The amp models are very pleasing to the ear as well as plentiful. My style is requires clean tones all the way up to modern high gain. This amp delivers all of that without compromise. The effects are really crisp and cool. There are tons of different chorus', tremolos, reverbs, phasers, pitch shifters (can make a nice organ sound) and the list goes on. The pre-sets will get you started and then you can get busy after that in manual mode. I'm gonna let go of my Boss ME-70 once the FBV foot controller comes in (I'm happy with the effect selection that's built in the amp). The amp sounds great at bedroom practice volume and can get really loud if you need it to.

Features:
I like it because the features are very easy to access. I'm sure there are a million products out there that have a million features, but they hide them and you need a college degree to find them. I haven't even read the manual yet (don't plan on it either) and I'm accessing all types of features! Just poke around on the Line 6 website and you will find that they have some cool stuff for all of their products including a custom patch exchange and software to configure your tones and presets.

Quality:
Due to the short amount of time that I've owned the amp I cannot comment on the long term durability, but I can say that it looks and feels very sturdy.

Look:
Very attractive amp (sexy). Classically built with some modern fix-ins.

Cons:
There is not a matching 2x12 cab (I can get over it though).

So in short, this amp is great for the money that you will spend on it. I'm gonna put some miles on and then do a follow up review.

A little shameless Sweetwater plug:
I had an opportunity to buy this amp (floor model) on clearance at a local store of a national guitar chain for a substantially lower price even after factoring in buying their insurance plan (which Sweetwater guarantees you for 2 years for free anyway). The last time I used that competitor's "hassle free" replacement plan, I felt that it was a big hassle trying to replace the item when it failed to perform... Long story short, I decided to roll with my rep. Robert Williams and The Sweetwater team because I know that they stand by the products they sell and they won't just sell me any crap to get my money. They stick by me so I stick by them. Bringing quality back to this great country!

Enjoy! close [-]

Snuffalufagus!

by The Right Reverend Andy G. from Over the hills and far away
February 20, 2010
Music Background: since I'm between commitments (as in: I ain't got a gig), I guess I'm a hobbyist
This is a damn fine piece of engineering. I tried it out at the local musical instruments shop (which given the complete lack of customer service and basic social skill of its staff, shall forever rem... read more [+]ain nameless) and found myself to be very pleased with its tube warmth and response and the versatility of the onboard digital modeling. A very, very good choice for a real- world gigging musician that may have to cover a broad spectrum of styles, from blues, pop, roots, heavy metal and beyond. The 1X12 version of this might also make for a (very!) decent first amp for someone starting out, or a practice or recording amp. Too bad I ain't got the zamollians to buy one right now. I better start saving! (Maybe if I cut back on the Jack!) close [-]

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