Line 6 Spider V 240HC Amplifier Head (240 Watts)
Loaded with 128 present tones, the 240HC provides near limitless inspiration. This head includes full-range stereo speakers to jam at home without the cab.
Overall User Ratings (based on 6 ratings)
Submitted February 22, 2018 by Jake N in Portland, OR
"Excellent head for the price."
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This amp has a sleek design and has many sound options to choose from. Loaded with amp/cab modeling and many of the industry standard effects. In addition it also has noise gate, compressor, parametric eq and even mic placement options etc. Amongst many other sound and connection options. The only thing I don't like about this amp is that it doesn't have tubes.
Sound
I like the sound quality. The full range speakers inside this actual head is a great idea. The sound responds well to my style of playing. In different settings I can't really say as I've really only used it at home for practice. I recommend hooking this amp up to your computer and use the spider V remote app found at line6.com for making it sound more the way you may want. I like the remote feature as it definitely helps really dial in your sound. Plus looking at all the options the app has when open is really cool too.
Features
I think the most useful feature is the built in receiver for the G10T wireless transmitter. Another very useful feature is a usb hookup and aux input features so you can run sound from your computer to the Spider V in 2 different ways. Least useful feature for me personally would be the drum looper. Only because I simply never use it. The amp itself seems very well made and sturdy. Components used seem very industry standard for newer line 6 construction and production.
Ease of Use
If you know what your'e looking for in the sound you're wanting to create and have some decent knowledge of any line 6 gear from the past then it should be fairly simple to set up some good sounds from this amp within the first 5 minutes. Even without the remote app. It did take me a short while to figure out just how to run this amp with all my other gear. Most notably the remote app and sound connection to and from the amp itself. If you have any basic knowledge about amp setup and or have experience with previous line 6 products then this amp is really quite fun.
Quality
Seems made well and so far has been quite reliable. Seems like it could last several consecutive years given the right usage and treatment of the amp.
Value
Excellent value.
Manufacturer Support
www.line6.com
The Wow Factor
I bought it because i just really liked the way it looked. I did quite a bit of research before I purchased one also so I knew what I was getting into. To me I looked very clean and professional. So I bought one. Cheers!
Musical Background:
Been playing 30+ years professionally and at home. I play guitar and drums.
Musical Style:
Metal. Ethereal Soundscapes.
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Submitted September 2, 2017 by Jake N in PORTLAND, OR
"This amp is a lot of fun!"
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This amp is just a great time waiting to happen. Super glad i bought it. I recommend it for beginners or the advanced player. Dialing in tones is pretty easy if you know the kind of sound you're looking for. I primarily play metal and have no problem finding that heavy sound I dig. Shimmering clean sounds enhanced with a bit of reverb and delay make for an etheric soundscape. Good times to be had with this amp. I use it as a practice amp but i'm sure it could handle a loud live situation as well.
Musical Background:
Been playing music for over 30 years. I play both drums and guitar. I have played live and also play at home.
Musical Style:
Metal
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Submitted February 18, 2018 by Chad Ozman in Decatur, IL
"very happy thus far"
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I've owned this head for a couple months now. I decided I wanted to upgrade from my 2x10 spider IV combo amp, so I got this head along with the 4x12 matching cabinet. As for a practice amp, it is pretty awesome! Sounds great! Tons and tons of pre set effects to play with. other features like loop recording, pre set drum beats and timers, and tuner are an awesome plus for me! And then, when you plug in the cabinet it sync's the speakers built into the head with the cabinet for form an amazing sound!
Musical Background:
Life long musician. Drums, Guitar, Bass, vocals, recording, live sound, lighting, DJ
Musical Style:
Pretty much everything! I dislike most modern country, opera, post 2000 rap, and emo music.....
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Submitted June 14, 2019 by Brandon Getty in Stuart, FL
"Worth Every Penny"
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The tech that this packs is perfect for any person that like ease of use for recording, quick change of sound and modeling. This is perfect with the matching cabinet. Anyone can figure this machine out and there are perfect sounds for all styles of music. Honestly the tones you get without adjusting anything are perfect out of the box. Don't fall into anti Line 6 hype, this is worth every penny.
Musical Background:
Home recording and playing, 18 years.
Musical Style:
Djent/Deathcore
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Submitted August 20, 2022 by a customer from yahoo.com
"Line 6 Spider V 240 head"
I bought this mainly for gigging as I like effects onboard over a ton of pedals. I’ve had tube amps mostly and Axe Fx, Kemper, Helix, etc so I know how to dial in a sound. It took a couple days to get it figured out but go it now. This head has speakers ! You can turn these off if you like as most metalheads do. I leave them on. I dialed in a Marshall tone that’s killer, but you have to be careful not to choke the tones with the noise gate. I have mine set as low as possible to sound as real as possible. The cab I use is a home built birch 2x12 with Celestions. This amp has XLR direct outs for running into PA or powered speakers. I run mine into both and have the Powered speaker as my personal monitor wedge in front and the head and cab behind me as normal. I have the foot controller for switching to searing leads to glassy cleans. This isn’t the best I’ve owned but it does what I need and is easy to tweak by front panel. I play 80’s hair metal mostly and it works for me. I also use a Marshall JMD head live. I’ve been playing 45 years and toured for 16 years so I’m no beginner. These spider V heads are everywhere and very inexpensive so easy to get a backup.
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Submitted January 6, 2019 by Thant Naing in Topeka, IN
"One of a Kind- Just Get it Have Fun!"
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Yes, I echo Jake- "this amp is a lot of fun." Line 6 products are always quality and fun to use. Spider Remote app has loads of tones on cloud. I learned other people's settings through the app and the amp itself, and came up with my own!You can also listen to music through your iPad with the full range quality speakers.
Musical Background:
Learning to be a real pro.
Musical Style:
Thrash, Blues, Jazz, pretty much everything except for rap and hip hop.
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