Digital_Igloo Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Helix Firmware v1.06.0 Release Notes Helix v1.06.0 is a firmware update that includes new models, features, fixes, stability improvements, and optimizations. It is highly recommended that all Helix users perform this update! It is also recommended that you back up your current presets by using the Helix application to create a preset bundle, allowing you to install new presets as part of the update process. The easiest way to perform the update process is by installing the latest version of Line 6 Updater. Once you've connected Helix to your computer via its USB port (hubs are not supported), Line 6 Updater will recognize the unit and take you through the update process. Both the Helix application and Line 6 Updater may be downloaded here: http://line6.com/software/ New Amp Models Matchstick Ch1, based on* Channel 1 of the MatchlessTM DC30 Matchstick Ch2, based on* Channel 2 of the MatchlessTM DC30 Matchstick Jump, based on* jumping Channels 1 and 2 of the MatchlessTM DC30 New Effects Models Distortion > Teemah! (Mono, Stereo), based on* the Paul Cochrane Timmy® Overdrive Distortion > KWB (Mono, Stereo), based on* the Benadrian Kowloon Walled Bunny Distortion Distortion > Bitcrusher (Mono, Stereo) Modulation > Dynamix Flanger (Mono, Stereo) Modulation > Deluxe Phaser (Mono, Stereo) Modulation > Tremolo (Mono) and Tremolo/Autopan (Stereo), based on* the BOSS® PN-2 Pitch/Synth > Simple Pitch (Mono, Stereo) Pitch/Synth > Dual Pitch (Mono, Stereo) Filter > Autofilter (Mono, Stereo) * All product names are trademarks of their respective owners, which are in no way associated or affiliated with Line 6. New Features Swap Footswitch Assignments—This feature makes organizing Stomp footswitch mode a lot easier, especially when footswitches have multiple-assigned items or custom labels/LED ring colors. Touch and hold (but don’t press) any two stomp mode footswitches for one second. A dialog box appears, asking if you want to swap all assignments. Press Knob 6 (OK) When touch-holding a footswitch to invoke Quick Footswitch Assign (or touch holding two footswitches to swap their assignments), the dialog panel automatically closes after four seconds Bug Fixes In rare cases, assigning a parameter to a footswitch may briefly display the parameter’s value above Knob 1 (Parameter) on the Controller Assign page —FIXED After returning to a preset while the looper is active, the Looper block and/or half-speed footswitch’s LED may not properly reflect its state(s) —FIXED In some cases, a Command Center > CC Toggle footswitch’s LED may not properly reflect its state —FIXED Helix may fail to respond when receiving a huge string of MIDI PC messages while on the Setlist view —FIXED After customizing the name of an auto-assigned EXP 1 block (Wah or Pitch Wham), the Volume Pedal may become unassigned —FIXED General stability improvements Other minor bug fixes and optimizations Other Improvements When selecting banks by pressing FS1 (BANK UP) or FS7 (BANK DOWN), FS6 now appears as CANCEL, letting you dismiss bank queue without changing footswitch modes Expression Pedal 2 and 3 can now adjust values in Pedal Edit mode Factory presets leveled Additional improvements made to the factory preset bundle Resetting Helix Globals / Loading the Newest Factory Presets IMPORTANT! This procedure will completely overwrite all existing presets and setlists, as well as clear all user IRs and reset all global settings! Back up your presets and IRs before proceeding! Turn off Helix. While holding footswitches 9 and 10 (middle two switches on the bottom row), turn on Helix. Wait for the message “Will reset Globals and restore stock Presets, Setlists and IRs…†to appear and let go. Known Issues Minor pops and clicks may be present when Helix is streaming audio from a Mac® running OS X 10.11 (El Capitan) Minor pops and clicks may be present when Helix is streaming audio from an iOS® device running iOS 9.1 or 9.2 with Apple® Camera Kit Importing a Helix bundle while streaming audio over USB may cause the Helix application to disconnect 17 15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djy8131 Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Looking forward to it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhitzEnd00 Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Oh man. Thanks Digital Igloo, for the update. Cant wait to get this updated 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangha Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Wonderful! Thanks Line 6. Have a great NAMM, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncann Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Really really really glad to see an auto-filter in there. Awesome! Let's hope it's as flexible as the rest of Helix is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul4170 Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 OHHHH YEEEAAAHHH !!! Thanks so much Line 6 ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radatats Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Helix Firmware v1.06.0 Release Notes Helix v1.06.0 is a firmware update that includes new models, features, fixes, stability improvements, and optimizations. It is highly recommended that all Helix users perform this update! It is also recommended that you back up your current presets by using the Helix application to create a preset bundle, allowing you to install new presets as part of the update process. The easiest way to perform the update process is by installing the latest version of Line 6 Updater. Once you've connected Helix to your computer via its USB port (hubs are not supported), Line 6 Updater will recognize the unit and take you through the update process. Both the Helix application and Line 6 Updater may be downloaded here: http://line6.com/software/ This doesn't mention a new Helix App. Don't we need a new one to recognize the new amp models and effects? Totally awesome though, thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverhead Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 No new app will be needed until it acts as an editor as well as a librarian. Right now there's no ability to deal with amps and FX so no concern about adding new ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plarkin Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Only a week with my new Helix and already an update! Loving it! :) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fukuri Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Minor pops and clicks? Sorry DI but myself and others are experiences a big wash of digital noise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dshow Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 I know that I will love the Matchles amp :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glideman Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Was surprised at the amp model selected, but it should be a good one. Most of us predicted Bog XTC... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital_Igloo Posted January 21, 2016 Author Share Posted January 21, 2016 Minor pops and clicks? Sorry DI but myself and others are experiences a big wash of digital noise We're not waiting for Apple any longer. Stay tuned... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glideman Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 I hate Apple... android and winders all the way. Hehe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie_Watt Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Apple is a major PIA! :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bertwilson Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 YES!!!! The Timmy!! I borrowed one of those years ago and fell instantly in love with it! My love for the Helix continues to grow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ofp2079 Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Matchless Amp -> AWESOME, I was really really waiting for that one !! It's Xmas, thanks ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital_Igloo Posted January 21, 2016 Author Share Posted January 21, 2016 Sorry, guys. Just got a call from Dom, and 1.06 isn't quite ready for primetime. QA just found a rare bug with the new Helix librarian that's serious enough to make us hold off until early next week. We'd rather take pitchforks for something late than something not ready. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephane_dupont Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Helix Firmware v1.06.0 Release Notes Helix v1.06.0 is a firmware update that includes new models, features, fixes, stability improvements, and optimizations. It is highly recommended that all Helix users perform this update! It is also recommended that you back up your current presets by using the Helix application to create a preset bundle, allowing you to install new presets as part of the update process. The easiest way to perform the update process is by installing the latest version of Line 6 Updater. Once you've connected Helix to your computer via its USB port (hubs are not supported), Line 6 Updater will recognize the unit and take you through the update process. Both the Helix application and Line 6 Updater may be downloaded here: http://line6.com/software/ Thanks for the changelog, it's good to see new effects (and new amps, but I care less about these ^^)... ... BUT, I don't want to sound like an always complaining unsatisfied customer, but I'm really disappointed about the fact that for users that upgraded from M13 to Helix, there's still some extremely useful effects missing like LoRes delay, or the Growler. Wouldn't these effects should be top priority so that M series users can "really" switch to Helix? I mean, I'm currently in studio so I don't care, I can have the M13 in an FX loop of the Helix. But soon I'll be doing gigs again, this is not a viable option as you can guess :) I know you can't probably say anything, but is there a chance these two particular effects will be coming soon? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncann Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 How is, or can, the Autofilter triggered? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glideman Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Dangit... I was looking forward to playing with the new amp tonight.... :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangha Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 It just dawned on me it's not happening until next week. I've been salivating all day for this hooked up and ready to go. It's almost 10:30 p.m. in France and must crash now. I'll be away all of next week :(. Gutted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeolivercgp Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 I'm looking forward to the Matchless DC30 (especially since my analog rig is Matchless-based) -- thanks! :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiFromBRC Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Very happy about the switch swapping. I'm dealing with trying to do that manually right now, but will put it off until next week. Thanks. Holy smokes! And the factory presets are leveled?? Thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiFromBRC Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Here's a link to the Matchless settings: http://matchlessamplifiers.com/uploads/manuals/Matchless-DC-30-Settings.pdf 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aepoc Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Here's a link to the Matchless settings: http://matchlessamplifiers.com/uploads/manuals/Matchless-DC-30-Settings.pdf This will be incredibly helpful! Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeman Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 I have not yet loaded the last firmware update. Does anyone know if I can load v1.06, when it's released, without the previous update installed? G- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterHamm Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 I have not yet loaded the last firmware update. Does anyone know if I can load v1.06, when it's released, without the previous update installed? G- I wouldn't chance it, actually. Go ahead and upgrade to the latest if you can first. But I could be wrong. And yes. the Matchless is worth waiting for. Very awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fester225 Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 I would love / need (and I'm sure a lot of others) the ability to be able to have a scene function within a preset. I've already voted for it in the ideascale. IE 1 button press turns on a set of blocks, button 2 turns off current set and turns on a separate set of blocks, button 3 same thing ect ect. Maybe allow blocks to be assigned to multiple footswitches. This would make the helix unstoppable. Thanks 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kensington Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Sorry, guys. Just got a call from Dom, and 1.06 isn't quite ready for primetime. QA just found a rare bug with the new Helix librarian that's serious enough to make us hold off until early next week. We'd rather take pitchforks for something late than something not ready. No stress for me. Have what I need already. Don't need a buggy update. Take your time, Line 6 ;) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fukuri Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 It's not a Matchless unless it replicates the harrowing experience of trying to nudge the master volume up and accidentally pushing in the knob and running t flat out That's a pain everyone shares :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaeger28 Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 DI thanks a lot for sharing openly. We all appreciate this very much. Don't let the moaners pull you down and stay positive. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arislaf Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Guys if i remember correct there is an editor also yes? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kensington Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Guys if i remember correct there is an editor also yes? You mean a new one? It'll probably be released with the new FW. For now, it's only the simple one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncann Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Guys if i remember correct there is an editor also yes? I remember reading it was going to be shown at the namm show. Possibly being released around the end of this month. But I haven't heard anything at all about it yet. There seems to be an almost singular, collective focus on the new amp (for the next Helix update). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radatats Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Guys if i remember correct there is an editor also yes? Pretty sure there HAS to be a new Helix app with the new firmware since there are new amps and effects that the old app wouldn't recognize. Doesn't mean it has to be the full featured desktop editor we are all hoping for though. Sure would be nice to have it and I REALLY hope it works off line too. If it only works when connected it loses a lot of its functionality for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterHamm Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 The editor was shown. There are pics of the screen at the fb forum. Shipping? Not that I know of any time soon, but they don't tell us everything. That would be boring... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaminjimlp Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 just listened to the Line 6 Helix Matchless Amp demo by Glenn DeLaune they sound sweet 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColonelForbin Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 just listened to the Line 6 Helix Matchless Amp demo by Glenn DeLaune they sound sweet Yeah, me too! Plugged my phone into my car on my lunch break, cranked it up. Glenn, sweeeet tones! i am digging the Matchless-Timmy combination quite alot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HonestOpinion Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Pretty sure there HAS to be a new Helix app with the new firmware since there are new amps and effects that the old app wouldn't recognize. Doesn't mean it has to be the full featured desktop editor we are all hoping for though. Sure would be nice to have it and I REALLY hope it works off line too. If it only works when connected it loses a lot of its functionality for me. Not sure if a new app would be required to recognize new amps/effects, hopefully a new app revision is not required every time something got added to the Helix. It should only require a new app for major firmware changes, for instance, with global settings, and even then you could probably code an app to pick up on them. However, it sure would be great to see a new version of the Helix library app if for no other reason than to fix the bug where blank presets cause saved presets to have their names moved to one location while the actual preset settings stay in the original slot; and totally agree, it would also be a huge improvement if it worked offline. The same goes for the editor when it gets here (looking forward to its arrival). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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