Line 6 Helix

AndyGT75

Shelders said:

Question for you experienced guys. I'm torn between a Pod Go and HX stomp - the main reason being the HX stomp looks like it would be a PITA to edit on the device itself without a PC but would likely be the better unit to have overall? Does anyobe have any experience directly editing patches using the stomp rather than a PC? The lack go switches doesn't bother me as happy to grab an extra 2 switch thingymabob if needed.  

I own a Helix FX and have programmed lots of patches and snapshots into without ever using a PC. Tbh it took me about a month to get my head around what the helix could do and how to set up
stuff. This was mainly done via you tube videos and messing around. It was all a bit mind blowing for me at first but now I really like the unit. 

AsterixTG

If you'd indulge me for a few minutes, the compressor he demos in this great wee video is a Philosopher's Tone.

I'm wondering which of the Helix compressors would come closest in controls and approximation.

They're not something I know much about but would like a good starting point to have a play around with.

bloodandtears

Can anyone please confirm the size of the Allen key to tighten the expression pedal, I appear to have lost mine. 

Bod

Firmware 3.5 is out folks.  It's a biggie.

https://line6.com/support/page/kb/effects-controllers/helix/helix-350-release-notes-r1003/

Jota

https://line6.com/support/page/kb/effects-controllers/helix/helix-350-release-notes-r1003/

longshins

Websites down, what are the new amps and effects? Saw the bit about cabs 

Bod

longshins said:

Websites down, what are the new amps and effects? Saw the bit about cabs 

Sunn Model T and Peavey Invective.

longshins

Nice! Fast tracking polysynth so I can ditch my boss sy1? 

Jota

longshins said:

Nice! Fast tracking polysynth so I can ditch my boss sy1? 

Probably not. The focus is the new cabs and IRs take way less DSP now.

mudslide73

I'll get this done on Native tonight. The dual cabs look great for stereo stuff. 

Grumpyrocker

mudslide73 said:

I'll get this done on Native tonight. The dual cabs look great for stereo stuff. 

They are fantastic. The inclusion of delay makes them superb for headphone use, the one thing I found lacking in my HX Stomp previously. 

The new Dynamic Ambient reverb is fantastic too. 

mudslide73

I've been enjoying this update immensely. The dual cabs with delays and new reverb together are pretty stunning in stereo imo. I like the new Peavey amp a lot also. Some great sounds to be had.

Vintage65

Bod said:

Firmware 3.5 is out folks.  It's a biggie.

https://line6.com/support/page/kb/effects-controllers/helix/helix-350-release-notes-r1003/

It finally sounds good without any faffing about.

Musicwolf

I'm really impressed by this upgrade.  I've owned a Kemper for seven years and a Helix for, I'm guessing, about four years?  I use the Helix for live work (due to its flexibility / control features) but I've always preferred the Kemper for studio work as, to my ears, it sounds so much better.  This upgrade has brought the two so much closer together.

I've spent the last couple of days modifying forty-odd patches from the live set but it has been well worth it (and didn't seem like a chore as the results were so rewarding).

mark_jwedge

Agreed. Fantastic update. I haven’t really got the most of out the new cab up grade because I have a selection of IRs that I love and am really used to the sound of. But the dual IR function is fantastic especially when combined with the new dynamic ambience effect. The Sun Model T is far and away my favourite amp and the Pillars overdrive is stellar. 

Again have switched all my presets to incorporate these new additions where appropriate and the step up in sound is amazing!

UnclePsychosis

Has made a huge difference to my ears. Everything just sounds better. 

sgosden

Has 3.6 dropped ? 
Cant seen any details online but @JohnCordy has a video out? 

fretmeister

Yes.

https://line6.com/support/page/kb/effects-controllers/helix/helix-360-release-notes-r1046/

stickyfiddle

Amps
Grammatico GSG 100
Line 6 Elmsley (parallel distortion)
Aguilar Tone Hammer ("Agua Sledge")

Cabs

•  1×12 Blue Bell (Single, Dual), captured from the 1×12″ Vox AC-15 Blue Alnico
•  1×12 Open Cream (Single, Dual), captured from a custom 1×12″ open back cabinet G12M-65
• 1×12 Open Cast (Single, Dual), captured from a custom 1×12″ open back cabinet EVM12L
• 2×12 Silver Bell (Single, Dual), captured from the 2×12″ Vox AC-30TB Silver Alnico
• 2×12 Match H30 (Single, Dual), captured from the 2×12″ Matchless DC-30 custom G12H-30
• 2×12 Match G25 (Single, Dual), captured from the 2×12″ Matchless DC-30 custom G12M-25
• 4×12 Greenback 20 (Single, Dual), captured from the 4×12″ Marshall Basketweave G12M-20
• 1×12 Epicenter (Single, Dual), captured from the 1×12″ Epifani Ultralight series cabinet
• 4×10 Ampeg Pro (Single, Dual), captured from the 4×10″ Ampeg PR-410HLF

FX

• Dark Dove Fuzz - Russian Big Muff Pi
• Triple Rotary - Yamaha RA-200 rotary speaker

duotone

stickyfiddle said:

Amps
Grammatico GSG 100

Really looking forward to trying this amp out.