Line six spider III

j2_da_k · 11-20-2006, 07:36 PM

I went to the music store today, looking for something to get for christtmas. THis amp was recommended to me. I played through it, and liked the sound. It is a nice amp, and it seems to have what I am looking for. I am almost 100% on buying it, but I need to be sure that it isn't really just a piece of crap amp in disguise. What are your experiences with this particular amp? Please, all info would be helpful. Thanks, and God bless.

Casey · 11-20-2006, 08:12 PM

How long have you been playing guitar. It is a decent amp, but most will tell you just that: decent.

Most of the users here (including me) will tell you that you can get more amp for your money if you're willing to take a little time and do a little reasearch. There's a stickied thread at the top of the amps forum called "How to Buy an Amp." Read through it, and learn.

Most of all take your time, I promise you, there will always be a line 6 Spider III for you to get if you finally decide it's what you want. I made a mistake in purchasing my first amp (after the practice amp I first received when I first started guitar) thinking it was amazing. I surely did regret the decision later.

presbystrat · 11-21-2006, 04:26 AM

You might be able to get some good deals on a Spider II if you can find one. I think there are some minor changes in features on the Spider III but I don't think they are generational changes. Do you plan to use it live? You will need one of the Line 6 footboards if you do.

j2_da_k · 11-21-2006, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by presbystrat

You might be able to get some good deals on a Spider II if you can find one. I think there are some minor changes in features on the Spider III but I don't think they are generational changes. Do you plan to use it live? You will need one of the Line 6 footboards if you do.

I am going to get the foot board if I get the amp. I really do like the amp, and I have tried it against some other amps of equal price at the stores around here, even some marshall amps of equal price, which it thoroughly pwn'd. I am on a limited budget, and I don't need something amazing, just something better than what I have. I only need one step up.

TahoeJeff · 11-21-2006, 06:42 AM

I got the Line 6 Flextone 212 and the short board. I am very happy with it. I used it for recording my bands EP the other day and it sounds nice!

thekingprawn · 11-21-2006, 07:12 AM

I played with the idea of getting it, and found that the 1x12 75W amp sounded much better than the 2x12 150W version. I don't know why it made a difference, but the bigger amp fluffed out in the low end, was a bit muddy in the middle, and was bland in the highs. But that was just my impression of it. I ended up with a Fender HDR. I played through a Peavey 1x12 Valveking yesterday and was very pleased with how well balanced the sound was.