Line 6 Tone Port GX USB Computer Recording Interface for Guitar

COMPACT AND POWERFUL USB GUITAR INTERFACE

Start recording with TonePort™ GX - the USB recording interface that gives guitarists and bass players the legendary sound of POD® at an unprecedented price.

This portable, palm-sized powerhouse offers nothing less than professional-grade 24-bit audio recording, with rock-solid drivers supporting USB audio compatibility with most popular recording platforms.

Boasting the unrivalled amp, cabinet and effect models of POD, TonePort GX delivers professional-grade tone and hassle-free, low-latency music making in a surprisingly affordable, portable and fun-to-use package. Small enough to clip to a guitar strap, TonePort GX makes it easy to record, practice or just jam along with MP3s on a PC or Mac®.

Key Features

• Portable USB recording interface
• Sample rate conversion: 16 and 24 bit at 44.1, 48 and 96 kHz
• Gearbox amp and effects modeling software for Guitar, Bass and Vocals includes:
  • 23 guitar/bass amp models with 29 cabinet models
  • 6 vocal mic preamps for amazing, studio-quality tracks
  • 29 stompbox and studio effect models, including Overdrive, Delay, Reverb, Wah, Flanger, Chorus, and more
• 1/4-inch instrument/mic input
• Line 6's exclusive low-latency ToneDirect monitoring
• Attaches to a guitar strap or sits on a desk
• GearBox music player software lets you jam along with CDs or MP3s, even at half-speed playback without changing pitch
• Works with leading recording software on Mac® and Windows®
• Upgradeable with other Line 6 products and services, such as Model Packs, Riffworks and GuitarPort Online

Tone Port GX FAQ:

• Is TonePort™ GX an audio interface or software? Does it record?
  
  TonePort GX is a USB audio interface. Like every Line 6 TonePort, it works together with the included GearBox™ software as an integrated hardware/software system. The TonePort device gets audio signals into your computer and GearBox software makes everything you record into your recording software sound amazing.
• How is TonePort different than other USB audio interfaces?
  
  The TonePort GX, like every TonePort, works together with the included GearBox software as an integrated hardware/software system, making everything you record sound amazing. Additionally, TonePort GX features Line 6's exclusive ToneDirect™ Monitoring, which lets you hear your GearBox-processed signal instantaneously, providing unmatched responsiveness while you record.
• What is GearBox software?
  
  GearBox is the standalone software front-end that works with your TonePort audio interface, providing everything you need to record professional sounding tracks. GearBox contains models of vintage and modern amps, speaker cabinets, stompbox and studio effects for guitar, bass and vocals.
  
  An incredibly compelling selection of models comes standard with all TonePort devices and you can expand the selection with Model Packs online. To learn more about Model Packs click here.
  
  Although GearBox processing is front-end only (the processing is recorded to your hard drive), you can purchase GearBox Plug-In, an upgrade that allows GearBox processing to be used as a plug-in inside your recording application.
• Can I use TonePort without the GearBox software?
  
  Yes, you can use the TonePort hardware without GearBox software.
• What is ToneDirect™ monitoring?
  
  ToneDirect™ monitoring allows you to monitor a fully processed signal with extremely low latency - regardless of the buffer size of your recording application. This means that there is an incredibly small delay between when you play a note and when you actually hear the sound from your speakers. This is unusual among audio interfaces because with other more traditional monitoring solutions, you either have to:
  • listen to processed audio with significant latency - often such that it is hard to play along with what you are recording
  or
  • listen to a signal with no processing. It's uninspiring to say the least to hear completely dry electric guitar with no amp, cab, or effect processing.
• What can I connect to TonePort GX (instruments/pedals/mic types/other devices)?
  
  TonePort GX includes an instrument level input for Guitar, Bass and microphones that use a 1/4" connection.
• Are TonePort GX and GearBox Intel® Mac® compatible?
  
  Yes, they are (see specifications link on upper left hand of page).