Description :

The Variax series are unique "modeling" guitars that lack traditional magnetic pickups and instead use digital technology to emulate the sounds of many different classic electric and acoustic guitars and other stringed instruments.

This is a 2008 Line 6 Variax 700 (introduced 2004): a first-gen, higher-end Variax modeling electric.

What it is: piezo bridge captures each string separately, then the guitar models the sound/character of many classic electrics + acoustics.

Why it’s special: instant “whole guitar collection” switching via the model knob, with 5 variations per model on the 5-way selector.

Big superpower: alternate tunings without retuning (per-string digital tuning changes), plus less traditional single-coil hum.

How it’s powered/used: runs on 6 AA batteries (~12 hours) or via the XPS box (can also give you handy direct-out options).