VOX ToneLab Patch Exchange

Those buttons are only plungers that operate simple SPST push button switches on the PC board inside. While I haven't had any problems with mine, and I haven't heard about any problems with others, this type of switch is a bit prone to failure. All switches have a limited and clearly defined lifespan. Could be that you've used those buttons so much that they've simply expired.

I've opened mine up, but I don't recall if they're DIP (pins go through the board) or surface mount (pins are soldered to the top surface).

If they're DIP, it should be easy to find a replacement at Mouser.com, and solder it on yourself.

If you don't have electronics experience, DO NOT DO THIS YOURSLEF.

If you feel you cannot handle replacing a PC mount switch, or if the switch is surface mount, you should refer to a local, qualified service technician. If that's not available, contact VOX, and see if they have a repair department.

Good to have you, Sgt. Dean. I'll be looking forward to seeing what you come up with.

I'm curious, does the Pod have the kind of patch-exchanging capabilities the TLSE has, and does it have an online community like this one?

Yes the pod has the same patch exchanging capabilities as the TLSE. There's a user group site - hundreds of patches. It's obviously been going a lot longer. I'm not sure if it's actually maintained by Line 6 or by an independent such as yourself, but it seems very well supported by Line 6 and all of their users.
Before I bought my TLSE I actually did the research as to whether the Vox unit had the same capabilities as my old pod. The patch ex-changing capability is the one of the reasons why I chose the TLSE over it's next competitor (the Boss equivilant which doesn't have it). I wanted the ability to program it from my computer and exchange with a usergroup. It's the best way of learning how to use any instrument - communicate with other interested users.
The pod is a great unit but the TLSE is a much better unit for on-stage use. The pod and it's optional foot pedal virtually have to assembled before you can play your set - not good for yout typical muso who just wants to plug in, play his(or her)set and get off stage quick.
That's the beauty of the TLSE It IS the stomp box. Thow it on stage (er gently) cuppla leads into the amp or PA & you're away.

The TLSE sounds and sound quality are infinitely better, in my opinion, smoother and warmer - has to be the valve.
The pod doesn't seem to have that analogue warmth that the TLSE has
- personal opinion of course.

Oh and the name Sgt_Deano is a stage name of a silly character I play in a comedy theatre dinner show here on Norfolk Island - I'm not really a cop, I'm the manager of a tour & entertainment company
-it's a nick-name.

Hello Valex,

I'm on my second TLSE. The original had a bad No 3 program button--a bad switch like you are describing. Fortunately the dealer just swapped the whole unit out for me.

As your original post was from December, I was wondering if you have had it repaired and what that entailed?

Good luck, Geo.

Sorry but I´ve done this comment as a new content.

Musicmanjake,

"help you mix a good sound?"

Here are your best two options:
1: Find a preset that you like and make changes to each of the parameters until you find what you like or,
2: Turn off all of the amp and effects (double click the button that is lit under each knob). Now scroll through all the amps until you find what you like, and repeat the process with each amp/cabinet/effect knob.

Good luck tweaking!

Dave

I see a similar behaviour since yesterday. My Virus check complains about a Trojan Horse when I access tonelab.net.

Please check...

Kaal

Symantec Antivirus (Version 10.1.0.396, with current Virus definitions)

A complete scan didn't find anything either on mine.

Realtime protection complained, but when I ran a scan afterwards (since realtime scan said removal was partially successful only) it didnt find anything.

Actually it did not complain this time when I came here.

From the risk history: look for a file ~.exe in windows\system32\, and delete your temporary internet files.

Kaal

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Hi Bob;
Welcome to the site.
Just checking to make sure you are using the Sound Editor to open up the patch?

FYI...
I am unable to download patches as well.
There may be a glitch in the system.

After downloading all of the patches successfully and having setup tonelab (as per instructions) I cannot open downloaded tlp files. Everything else is running as it should, but when I choose to open a file from within Tonelab editor I get the navigation window as per normal. However when navigating to and opening the folder where I downloaded the patches to, none of the files show up so I'm unable to open anything. I notice that the file type within the navigation window states File type tllp with no option to view tlp files. I was wondering if the extra l in the extension letters would explain why I can't view the downloaded files.
Does anyone know how to rectify this problem?

I have had this problem once, a tech showed me after we opened it up that it is a hairline separation on the solder connection on the circuit board where the button is. He just added more solder to the connection point and did it for the rest of the connections as well. Check that first.

Yeah, you can find it on the web!

Kind of strange post this one - 3 or 4 topics...

Kaal