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SPIDER V FAMILY
SPIDER V 30
SPIDER V 60
SPIDER V 120
SPIDER V 240
SPIDER V 240HC
40-00-0454 Rev F www.line6.com/manuals © 2018 Yamaha Guitar Group, Inc. All rights reserved.
PILOT’S GUIDE
SPIDER V COMPARISON CHART
Features SPIDER V 30 SPIDER V 60 SPIDER V 120 SPIDER V 240 SPIDER V 240HC
Amp Models 78 78 78 78 78
Cabinet Models 23 23 23 23 23
Eect Models 101 101 101 101 101
Amplier Wattage 30 watts 60 watts 120 watts 240 watts (120 w/per side) 240 watts (120 w/per side)
Mono/Stereo Mono Mono Mono Stereo Stereo
Speaker Size 1 x 8" 4Ω 1 x 10" 4Ω 1 x 12" 4Ω 2 x 12" 4Ω 2 x 4" 16Ω
Tweeter Conguration 1 1 1 2 2
XLR Direct Outs No No Yes Ye s Yes
USB Audio Interface Yes Ye s Ye s Yes Yes
Headphone Output 1/8" Stereo 1/8" Stereo 1/4" Stereo 1/4" Stereo 1/4" Stereo
FBV Support Yes Ye s Ye s Yes Yes
Drum Loops Yes Ye s Ye s Yes Yes
Metronome Yes Ye s Ye s Yes Yes
Looper No Ye s Ye s Yes Yes
Relay Wireless Ready No Ye s Ye s Ye s Yes
External Speaker Outs No No No No Ye s
Weight (kg) 7.35 9.30 12.70 21.05 13.00
Dimensions (mm) 392 x 380 x 208 442 x 430 x 230 520 x 489 x 271 684 x 550 x 271 684 x 276 x 271
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Overview
Welcome to the SPIDER® V Family Pilot’s Guide. This guide contains
basic details of the Spider V amplier's features and functionality.
Line 6® Spider V ampliers utilize amp modeling technology to emulate
the sound of one or more specic models of guitar ampliers. They also
include built-in eects used to change or enhance the sound of the
amplied guitar signal. Here's an overview of the features built into the
Spider V ampliers.
Features:
• 78 guitar amp models, from British and American classics, to
modern hi-gain amps
• 24 speaker cabinets, with 4 microphone models
• 101 eects (Distortion, Dynamics, Modulation, Delay, Reverb, EQ
and more)
• Use up to 8 eects at once
• Smart FX Knobs (control everything from a single knob)
• Built-in Line 6 Relay® guitar wireless receiver* - take your guitar
wireless with a Relay G10T transmitter (sold separately)
• XLR Direct outputs to connect to a PA mixer or recording device
• Built-in practice tools, including a tuner, metronome, drum loops,
demo ris, and a looper
• Change presets and control eects using Line 6 FBV™ 3 foot
controllers, FBV Shortboard MkII & FBV Express MkII, and
FBV 2 (sold separately)
• Enhanced presets and amp models designed for acoustic guitars
• USB audio interface and iOS device port for recording and editing
• Updates are available via the Line 6 Updater app on Mac and PC
computers and via the Spider Remote app on iOS and Android™
mobile devices**
• Stereo headphone output jack
• 1/8" Aux Input for MP3 players or other audio sources
• Tweeters allow for full range audio, providing superior sound
quality, audio playback, and more
Spider V Remote App
For Windows® and macOS Computers - The Spider V Remote app
allows you to connect your Spider V to a computer to edit, backup,
and mange its presets, which are complete saved tones. You can also
download additional tones for your Spider V from customtone.com. To
download the FREE Spider Remote editing software, point your web
browser to line6.com, click “Downloads,” and follow the on-screen
instructions.
For iOS and Android Mobile Devices - The Spider V Remote mobile
app for iOS and Android devices allows you to search the cloud for
thousands of tones and download them to your “My Tones” library, as
well as to edit and manage presets on your Spider V.
Please see the Spider Remote Pilot's Guide, available for download at
https://line6.com/manuals.
Package Includes: Spider V amplier, power cable, Pilot’s Guide.
*Available on all models except Spider V 30.
**Requires Android OS 5.0+ or newer with High Performance Audio
and micro USB 2.0 OTG (On-The-Go) host mode adapter. Check
line6.com/android for more information.
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Front Panel Controls
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1. INPUT Jack – Plug in your guitar here. A Relay G10T* transmitter
can be synced and recharged by inserting it into the input jack.
2. AMP and FX Buttons – Press either the AMP or FX button to select
what you want to edit with the knobs. When set to amp, the knobs
control the amp model parameters. When set to FX, the knobs
control the Smart FX.
3. Amp and FX Knobs
AMP - DRIVE – Like the volume or gain knob on other amps,
this knob controls how much “dirt” or “distortion” you get in your
sound. BASS, MID, and TREBLE controls are customized for each
amp model to provide optimal tone control. VOLUME controls the
preset's channel volume and is the primary way to adjust and match
the volume level of your presets.
FX - FX1, FX2, and FX3 - The assignable Smart FX, each with
their own associated color: Dynamics (yellow), Distortions (orange),
Modulation (blue), Delay (green), and Pitch and Synth (purple).
COMP can be used as a volume booster or to limit the dynamics
in your playing. REVERB controls the ambience, atmosphere, and
space for your tone.
4. Quick Loop Button* – Press to enter/exit Quick Looper Mode.
5. Play/Pause Button – Start and stop Guitar Demo Ris or Metronome/
Drum Loops.
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6. Select Knob – This knob also has a push button that allows you to
select and scroll through menus on the display. Press and hold or
double-press this knob to save the current preset.
7. EDIT Button – Press to open a preset and display its eect blocks
and parameters for editing.
8. TAP/TUNER Button – Press and hold to engage the Tuner. Press
again to exit. Tap this button in time with the music to set the tempo
of delay and modulation eects.
9. MASTER Volume Knob – Set overall volume of the amplier and
headphone output (when connected).
10. PHONES Output – Connect a pair of stereo headphones here. The
speakers are muted when headphones are connected. This jack also
doubles as a direct output. Use a stereo TRS cable to connect to a
mixer or recording device.
11. Display – Displays the current preset name, editable parameters, or
global settings.
12. Home Button – If you're lost, press this button from any other
menu to return to the Home Screen, which shows the name of the
current preset. Pressing and holding this button will open the Global
Settings screen (see the “Global Settings Options” table later in this
document).
*Available on all models except Spider V 30.
Rear Panel Connections
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13. POWER Switch – Turns the amplier on/o.
14. AC IN – The included power cable connects here. See the rear panel
markings for electrical information.
15. iPhone / iPod USB A Port – Connect an iOS device here using a
standard Lightning cable and use the Spider V Remote mobile app
to edit tones, update, and playback & record audio. This port will
power your device. DO NOT connect any non-iOS device to this
port.
16. USB Select Switch – Toggles between the USB-A and USB-B ports.
Only one port may be used at a time.
17. MAC/PC/ANDROID USB B Port – Connect a Mac or PC computer
or Android mobile device (with OTG adapter) to edit tones, update,
playback, and record audio.
18. FBV PEDAL – Connect any supported Line 6 FBV Foot controller
here.
19. AUX IN – Auxiliary audio input for running MP3 players or other audio
sources directly (unprocessed) into the amplier's speakers.
20. GND-LIFT* – Ground lift switch for XLR Direct Outputs.
21. DIRECT OUTS* – Connect XLR cables to route audio to a PA, mixer
or audio interface. The output level is not attenuated by the MASTER
Volume Knob, except when headphones are connected.
Note: When connecting XLR DIRECT OUTS to other equipment
(e.g., mixers, recording interfaces, etc), the Spider V amplier is not
intended to be used with phantom power. If phantom power must be
applied to the Spider V XLR DIRECT OUTS, ensure that the GND-
LIFT switch is switched to “GND” to avoid phantom power appearing
between the GUITAR INPUT’s ground and ground reference of the
source equipment supplying the phantom power.
22. CABINET MODELING – This switch controls whether or not the
cabinet modeling (speaker cabinet and microphone emulation) and
full-range system is active for the external speakers.
23. SPEAKER OUTS – Connect your external speaker(s) here. Your
speaker cabinet(s) should support at least 100 watts @ 4 Ohms, or
50 watts @ 8 Ohms minimum. SPIDER V 240HC will function without
an external cabinet connected. In this mode, the built-in 2-way
stereo speaker system will reproduce full-range stereo audio. Once
an external cabinet is connected, the built-in speakers automatically
re-congure to reproduce high frequencies only, while the external
cabinet will provide low and midrange frequencies.
*Available only on Spider V 120, 240, and 240HC.
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How To:
Change Presets
1. Press the HOME BUTTON at any time to return to the Home
Screen. The Home Screen displays the preset name and location.
2. Turn the SELECT KNOB below the LCD screen to cycle through
the list of presets.
Save a Preset
1. Press and hold the SELECT KNOB until the Save Screen appears.
2. Turn the SELECT KNOB to select characters for editing the preset
name.
3. Press the SELECT KNOB to highlight the character.
4. Turn the SELECT KNOB to change character. Note: You can
press the TAP/TUNER BUTTON to switch between uppercase,
lowercase and numerals/symbols.
5. To nish saving the preset, press and hold the SELECT KNOB.
Copy a Preset
1. Press and hold the SELECT KNOB until the Save Screen appears.
2. Turn the SELECT KNOB to highlight “Destination” and push
again. Turn the SELECT KNOB to change the destination (e.g.,
32D) to which you wish to save. This will overwrite the existing
preset in the destination!
Select Amp Models
1. Press the AMP BUTTON to select the AMP controls.
2. Press the AMP BUTTON again to open the amp list.
3. Turn the SELECT KNOB to select dierent amp models.
4. Press the HOME BUTTON to exit.
Use Smart FX
The Spider V amplier has a built-in compressor/booster eect, a reverb
eect, and 3 assignable Smart FX per preset.
The assignable Smart FX are Dynamics (yellow), Drives (orange),
Modulation (blue), Delay (green), Pitch/Synth (purple).
1. Press the FX BUTTON. The labels on the front panel will light up
with the colors associated with each eect type.
2. Turn any of the ve knobs to increase or decrease the amount
of the eect. The amount of the eect is shown as a bar on the
display. If an eect was previously bypassed, turning a knob will
enable it. Turning a knob all the way down will bypass the eect.
Change Assignable FX Models
1. Press the FX BUTTON to select the Smart FX controls.
2. Turn the SELECT KNOB to highlight which eect you wish to
change.
3. Press the FX BUTTON again to open the FX List.
4. Turn the SELECT KNOB to cycle through the FX models.
5. Press the SELECT KNOB or the HOME BUTTON to exit.
Short Cut - When turning the Smart FX knob for the eect you wish
to change, the amount of that eect is shown on the display, along
with the name of the eect, which times out after 3-5 seconds. Turn
the Select Knob to change the FX model.
Bypass/Enable FX
1. Press the FX BUTTON to select the Smart FX.
2. Turn the SELECT KNOB to highlight which eect you wish to
bypass or enable.
3. Press the SELECT KNOB to bypass or enable the highlighted
eect.
4. Press the HOME BUTTON to exit.
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Using the Quick Looper*
To enter Quick Looper Mode, press the QUICK LOOP BUTTON.
To Record a Loop:
1. To begin recording, press the QUICK LOOP BUTTON to set the
loop start.
2. To stop recording and start playback, press the QUICK LOOP
BUTTON to set the loop end.
3. Double-press the QUICK LOOP BUTTON to stop playback.
To Overdub:
1. When the loop is in playback press the QUICK LOOP BUTTON to
set the overdub start point.
2. Press the QUICK LOOP BUTTON to end overdub and start
playback.
3. Double-press the QUICK LOOP BUTTON to stop playback.
To Stop Playback: Double-press the QUICK LOOP BUTTON.
To Erase the Loop: Press and hold the QUICK LOOP BUTTON to erase
the loop content.
*Available on all models except Spider V 30.
Play Drum Loops
1. Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON to enter the Playback Screen.
2. Look for the Musical Notes icon on the left side. If it is not displayed,
turn the SELECT KNOB to scroll to the icon on the left and press to
change it to the Musical Notes icon.
3. Use the SELECT KNOB to highlight the Drum Loop parameters to
select which groove will be played, and to control its volume.
4. Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON to start and stop the Drum
Loops.
5. Press the HOME BUTTON to exit.
Start the Metronome
1. Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON to enter the Playback Screen.
2. Turn the SELECT KNOB to scroll to the icon on the left, and press
the knob to change it to the Metronome icon.
3. Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON to start and stop the metronome.
4. Press the HOME BUTTON to exit.
Play Audition Samples
1. Press on the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON to enter the Playback Screen.
2. Turn the SELECT KNOB to scroll to the icon on the left of the
screen. Press the SELECT KNOB to change it to the Guitar/Tape
icon.
3. Use the SELECT KNOB to highlight the “Demo Ri” parameter to
select the ri.
4. Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON to start or stop the demo.
5. While the demo ri is playing, you may change presets and make
any changes to amp models and eects.
6. Press the HOME BUTTON to exit.
Edit a Preset
Spider V provides access to all of the parameters in a given preset via the
“deep” editing menu. This also provides access to the noise gate, amp
presence control, cabinet model and microphone settings, and more. To
deep edit your preset:
1. Press the EDIT BUTTON.
2. Turn the SELECT KNOB to scroll thru the parameter list.
3. Press the SELECT KNOB to select a parameter. Turn the SELECT
KNOB to modify the parameter.
4. Press the SELECT KNOB again to return to scrolling the list.
5. Press the HOME BUTTON to exit.
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Charge and Sync a Relay G10T Wireless Transmitter
The Line 6 Relay G10T wireless transmitter is the perfect accessory to
go with your wireless-ready Spider V amp—making it easier than ever to
take your performance wireless.* The G10T will automatically charge and
pair itself with your amp. You get up to 8 hours of playing per charge, with
up to 200 hours of standby time. Simply plug the transmitter into your
guitar and start playing.
• Compatible with Spider V 60, 120, 240, and 240HC
• 1/4" transmitter works with nearly all guitar types
• Just plug and play—no complicated setup required
To Charge and Sync the Relay G10T:
1. Insert the Relay G10T transmitter into the INPUT JACK. Spider V will
nd and select the best available operating channel, as well as
charge the transmitter.
2. After a few seconds a check mark will appear on screen to show
the transmitter is ready to use. Remove your Relay G10T transmitter
and plug it into your guitar.
3. The battery life is also indicated on the Home Screen when the
Relay G10T transmitter is detected. When showing 3 bars, the
battery is full.
4. Your Spider V amplier must be plugged in and powered on in
order to charge the transmitter.
In the event that you want to charge your transmitter while still using your
Spider V, a Relay G10T USB Charging Cable is also available on the Line
6 shop (https://shop.line6.com).
Using Other Compatible Line 6 Relay Guitar Wireless Transmitters:
Any Relay wireless using RF2 can be used with wireless-ready Spider V
amps. This includes Relay G30, G50, and G90 transmitter packs, as well
as Line 6 XDV Series Wireless Microphones. For these transmitters,
set your wireless channel manually by using the Global Settings menu
(see the “Global Settings Options” table later in this document).
Using a Foot Controller with Spider V
Plug in a compatible Line 6 FBV Controller into the FBV PEDAL port on
the back of your Spider V amplier.
FBV 3
The Line 6 FBV 3 is a next-generation foot controller that gives you total
hands-free control of supported Line 6 amps and eects. Save and recall
your favorite presets and much more. It’s the ultimate tool for performing
guitarists. After all, you should focus on your performance, without being
tied to the knobs on your amp. With FBV 3, you can change presets,
bypass/enable eects, use the looping function, and control volume and
wah eects.
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FBV 3 Controller
1. Start by connecting your FBV 3 to the FBV PEDAL jack on Spider
V. Once connected, it will power up, display the name of the current
preset, and light up the switches accordingly.
2 A dedicated expression pedal, such as the Line 6 EX-1, can be
connected to the EXP jack, and becomes a dedicated volume
pedal when used with Spider V.
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3. The up and down arrows change banks incrementally.
4. The FUNCTION button controls the onboard looper. Press once to
record, once again to play, and again to overdub. Double-press it
to stop, and press and hold to erase the loop (when stopped).
5. The LCD displays the currently selected preset, and temporarily
displays the preset within the new bank, as well as shows an eect
that has been bypassed or enabled.
6. Use the treadle to control the volume of the guitar signal.
7. Press the toe switch on the treadle (push hard) to engage the wah
eect. Press the toeswitch again to disengage the wah and return
to volume control.
8. Switches A, B, C, D each select the respective preset within the
currently selected bank (see next description).
9. The FS1, FS2, FS3, FS4, FS5 switches control the eects within
the current preset. FS1 is always the COMP, FS2-FS4 are the
assignable eects, and FS5 is the REVERB.
10. Press TAP repeatedly to tap in the tempo for time-based eects to
follow. Press and hold TAP to enter the Tuner mode. Press again
once to exit.
FBV Shortboard MkII
The FBV Shortboard MkII controller provides the same functionality as
FBV 3, with the following exceptions:
• FUNCTION 1 controls the COMP eect
• FUNCTION 2 controls the LOOPER
• FS2 controls the Stomp eect
• FS3 controls the Modulation eect
• FS4 controls the Delay eect
• The FBV Shortboard MkII has only red LEDs, therefore, it will not
display the same colors as FBV 3.
FBV Express MkII
The FBV Express MkII controller delivers crucial functionality for handsfree switching of presets, control of the expression pedal for volume,
wah, or assigned parameters, and a chromatic tuner display.
FBV 2
Don't feel like carrying around a full-sized foot controller? Now you
don't have to! The FBV 2 lets you scroll through the presets and is small
and light enough to t in your gig bag. The left and right arrow labeled
switches select the previous and next preset, respectively.
Preset Settings
Each Spider V preset is composed of several processing “blocks,” each
representing a piece of gear. They are shown in order from top to bottom
within the edit screen, which can be reached at any time by pressing the
EDIT BUTTON.
Noise Gate Volume Wah 3 FX slots Amp
Cab EQ Compressor 3 FX slots Reverb
This can look like a lot of things at once, but chances are you'll only be
using a few active blocks within a given preset, and this processing chain
allows you to to create practically any tone you can imagine.
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Global Settings and Wireless Channel Selection
1. Press and hold the HOME BUTTON to enter the Global Settings screen.
2. Turn the SELECT KNOB to scroll through the settings.
3. Press the SELECT KNOB to select a setting.
4. Turn the SELECT KNOB to modify the setting.
5. Press the SELECT KNOB again to return to scrolling the list.
6. Press the HOME BUTTON to exit.
GLOBAL SETTINGS OPTIONS
ITEM VALUES DESCRIPTION
Spider V 2.00.00 Displays the current Spider V rmware version
Wireless O, Auto, Manual The default is Auto, which allows Spider V to decide which is the optimal wireless channel. Set to Manual if you
wish to use a particular channel, which is helpful when using multiple Relay G10T wireless systems together to
avoid mixing up the channels
Channel 1 - 14 When Wireless is set to Auto, the optimal wireless channel is shown.
When set to Manual, this setting determines which channel is used
Wireless Rx 1.00.00 Displays the current rmware for the built-in wireless receiver
Looper Pos Pre, Post Selects the position of the built-in looper. In the Pre position, the loop is recorded unprocessed by your preset,
which can be helpful to audition presets. In the Post position, the loop is recorded as processed, for when it is
desired for the recorded loop have a “stationary” tone and then utilize a dierent preset for your live guitar
Knobs Relative, Absolute Determines whether or not the amp knobs utilize Relative control, which helps to avoid big jumps in value when
a knob's physical position does not match the preset value. When in Absolute mode, the knob's value will jump
immediately to that of the physical knob position when the knob is adjusted
TAP Light On, O Chooses whether the blinking TAP/Tempo button lights
Phones Mode Phone, Line When set to Phones, Spider V mutes the speakers when headphones are plugged in. When set to Line, the
speakers will NOT mute, and the level is no longer aected by the MASTER VOLUME knob. Using Line can be
helpful for recording or plugging into the PA, especially for Spider V 30/60 owners
Factory Reset Factory Reset Restores all Global Settings and presets to their factory default states
Tip: Use the Spider Remote app to backup your custom presets before performing a Factory Reset!
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Using External Speaker Cabinets with Spider V 240HC
8 OHM STEREO
4 OHM MONO
SPEAKER OUTS
USE 4Ω MONO OR 8Ω STEREO
USE CLASS 2 WIRING ONLY
RIGHT LEFT/MONO
SPEAKER OUTS
USE 4Ω MONO OR 8Ω STEREO
USE CLASS 2 WIRING ONLY
RIGHT LEFT/MONO
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© 2018 Yamaha Guitar Group, Inc. All rights reserved.
Line 6, the Line 6 logo, Spider, Relay, and FBV are trademarks or registered trademarks of Yamaha Guitar Group, Inc. in the U.S. and/or other
jurisdictions. Apple, iPhone, iPod, Lightning, and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Apple is not responsible
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countries. Android is a trademark of Google LLC. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corp. registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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