Comments on: Propellerhead Record + Line 6 FBV Foot Controller: Live Guitar Looping

By: iznogoud13

iznogoud13 — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 18:29:21 +0000

Hi, nice video and features. I was wondering if it possible, via the FBV Short Board mkII, to control Line 6 amp module in Record separatly (ex.: activating one amp module while deactivating another at the same time – kinda like switching from an amp in solo mixer mode). I would like to be able to switch from one sound to another (from a Line 6 amp to another – In a Combinator on the same channel) with the FBVmkII. Is that possible (hope my question is clear enough)?Thanking you in advance for your time & cooperation.

By: Line6Piper

Line6Piper — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:26:24 +0000

@demetriuspatin: So sorry I never responded to this – just came across it. I’m not sure what you mean about the effects loop. Normally you wouldn’t use the amp model as a send effect. I’m not sure if you are saying you want to use M13 as a send effect in Record, or M13 as an insert effect on a single track in Record, or if you want to have some effects in Record within M13′s signal chain, using M13′s effects loop. All of this is technically possible if your sound card has enough inputs and outputs.

Regarding using M13 looper controls to control Reason/Record, there is no template for this, and I’ve not tried it. It would take some custom work. It’s possible that you could use Record’s Remote Override Mapping on a per-song basis to achieve some result, but not with as much functionality as the video demonstrates using FBV.

By: demetriuspatin

demetriuspatin — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 19:19:52 +0000

is it possible to use my m13 looper controls with reason, and do i have to use the modling amp in the program or is there a way to have it in my effects loop so that it goes back to the effects loop return?

By: Line6Piper

Line6Piper — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 18:43:02 +0000

@psynecromagnon: That’s actually a good question. Unfortunately, using two FBV Shortboard MKII’s simultaneously with your computer as you suggest is not recommended.

By: psynecromagnon

psynecromagnon — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 02:17:29 +0000

This may seem obvious but I just wanted to make sure before I spend another $300; could I use one FBV Shortboard MKII to control Record via USB and a second FBV Shortboard MKII to control POD Farm 2 via USB SIMULTANIOUSLY???

Thanks – Aaron

By: Line6Piper

Line6Piper — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:10:08 +0000

@hoodoo_operator: Yes, you can use several MIDI controllers/control surfaces simultaneously with Record + Reason.

By: Line6Piper

Line6Piper — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:09:30 +0000

@EcentC: M9 will not unlock any additional amp models in Record, but you can do as you say, and plug M9 into your interface and use the Line 6 Amp Device in Record as your virtual amp. I would use the hi-z (instrument) input on your interface.

By: hoodoo_operator

hoodoo_operator — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 22:38:09 +0000

@Line6Piper

Ok, another question, and I apologize if this is off topic. But I am wondering if it is possible to have multiple control surfaces using Record + Reason. For instance, lets say I wanted to have an FBV Shortboard to control looping and guitar effects while I have an M-Audio Axiom keyboard for controlling synthesizer sounds and insert effects. My goal is to be a one-man-band DJ kind of guy where I pre-record drum loops and during live performances record bass, guitar and keys on the fly. Is this possible?

By: hoodoo_operator

hoodoo_operator — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:51:41 +0000

@Line6Piper:

Thanks for the speedy reply. From what you are saying I might just stick with the FBV. I was sort of looking for an “all-in-one” device that would provide me with control of Record during live performances, plus inputs for guitar and mic. Since I already have a Line6 input device I’ll probably couple that with an FBV, whose codecs are so generously provided, plus save a little money

Thanks again!

By: EcentC

EcentC — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:27:32 +0000

Hey Matt,

Would it be possible to plug my line6 m9 direct into my interface and then use the line 6 amp models in record?

If so, should i use the hi-z input or line.