Ed_Saxman

After reading the manual.... I think its probably a mix of POD HD500 + some other devices (EHX, Boss, etc ) stolen code, all packed in that Helix-BossGT1 reminiscent box. So Mooer has finally found the way to effectively hack and vampirize other companies code and merge all them in a single device!! GE300 is a frankenstein device. Born dead, if they forget to remove the original copyright notices again. It has high chances of never getting to hit the shelves

Opened a ticket here at Line 6. Wrote to my store, asking for a replacement, by they only offers a "repair" (bought my Stomp 19 days ago, I should have been quicker to return it) I hope that Line 6 can offer a better solution.

Already reported here: https://www.thegearpage.net/board/index.php?threads/line-6-hx-stomp.1981420/page-284#post-27738068 I hope it's a firmware problem. If it's a hardware failure, well ... I personally will not accept a repair, I'll probably try to get my money back. I hope they say something soon.

Still under developing/testing. Glad you like it, guys! ;-)

https://flic.kr/s/aHsmTy4i5b HX STOMP Wireless MIDI Controller (Premium MIDI Layout for MIDI Designer PRO 2, IOS) Now available!! Version 1.5 Changes Log: 1 August, 2021: v 1.5 (Current) 10 January, 2021: v 1.4 21 March, 2019: v 1.3 17 March, 2019: Version 1.2 7 March, 2019: Version 1.1 6 March, 2019: Final version 1.0 3 March, 2019: Release Candidate 1 Free Updates for any costumer. 1 - Main View This covers all the HX Stomp MIDI implementation. An additional "Connections" button is included to quickly connect your MIDI over Bluetooth devices. 2 - Setlist View Select 8 presets in any order, and switch easily between them. Store automatically your setlists in 8 banks. 3 - Preset View Navigate over your entire preset catalog, while keeping the most relevant functionality at the same screen. 4 - Favs View Easy access to your favourite presets with 72 labeled, color coded blocks in ABC format. 5 - BlueBoard View Embedded support for the iRig BlueBoard (two of them simultaneously). Also compatible with any other configurable MIDI Device. Changes Log: Changes Log: 1 August 2021 - Updated to 1.5 Save and Mode buttons added (Requires Firmware 3.10 or later) Preset pickers on Setlist View now includes colorful highlights 10 January 2021 - Updated to 1.4 Improved design Reworked Favs screen BlueBoard screen added Extended visual Input: Now this Layout can receive CC69 (Snapshots), values [0,1,2] if you have configured your device to send such data in Command Center. The same is applied to CC1 and CC2 (EXP pedals). These changes must be saved per preset basis in your device. 21 March 2019 - Updated to v1.3 Reworked Favorites screen Blueboard Looper fixed Undo button changed to momentary Many minor graphic changes 17 March 2019 - Updated to v1.2 Bidirectional MIDI support Better overall design 7 March, 2019: Updated to 1.1 6 March, 2019: Final version 1.0 3 March, 2019: Release Candidate 1 V1.5 Cheat Sheets: 1- Main View 2 - Setlist View 3- Preset View 4- Favs View 5- BlueBoard View https://app.gumroad.com/ed_saxman

Hi Tobias I have no experience using Android, but IOS. I have made some personal MIDI controllers for my Helix Floor, and recently, my HX Stomp, so maybe I can answer some questions. Q: "Is it possible to control effect status and parameters like delay mix, feedback,and reverb Mix level (reverb on a parallel path) via MIDI?" Yes, it can be done via MIDI assignments (MIDI Learn), so it needs to be done per preset (and up to 64 controllers per preset). In other words: you need to tie the preset to the MIDI controller in some way. Q: "I was planning on connecting an Android tablet via a USB-OTG cable and sending MIDI messages to set those parameters (3 reverb settings for 1 algorithm, 4 delay settings for 1 algorithm)." It depends on your MIDI controller app but yes, It can be done. I have developed this same idea using 5 different setting for each. Very useful, but again, you have the conjunction preset/controller tied together. It works if you tend to use a stompboard like approach, though. This is the MIDI controller I have made for my stomp (still work in progress): Helix Stomp 1 by Eduardo Urbano, en Flickr IMG_1643 by Eduardo Urbano, en Flickr IMG_1646 by Eduardo Urbano, en Flickr And this is an example of the controllers tied to a preset: Deluxe Comp - 70s Chorus by Eduardo Urbano, en Flickr Amp - Cab by Eduardo Urbano, en Flickr Wah - Looper by Eduardo Urbano, en Flickr

I would bet on the Polytone miniBrute, I think Digital Igloo was some kind of jazzer before being a tech guru.

https://line6.com/supportarchivenew/thread/85634/

Just buy generic AES/EBU 110 ohm XLR cables: https://www.thomann.de/es/cae_29018_aesebukabel_5m.htm No need to spend up to four times that price in the fancy Line 6 blue cable.

Done! Here it is: https://line6.ideascale.com/a/dtd/USB-IN-1-2-Destination-Add-AES-EBU-Output-option!!/942192-23508?submitted=1#idea-tab-comments Thank you, Eric for your kindness, your availability, and your great support!

But.... when "Multi" is selected: All outputs, including 1/4", XLR, and AES/EBU works (while using the USB audio IN). This means that the system is capable to use USB IN, and AES/EBU as OUT (along with the rest of the Multi Outs) So, the problem is not having a single AES/EBU Out option.

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Helix Floor Under Global Settings, IN/OUTS, Multi (fifth parameter): USB IN 1/2 Destination. The avalilable options are: — Multi : All outputs, including 1/4", XLR, and AES/EBU — 1/4": just 1/4" output — XLR: just XLR output — ??? My question is: Why the hell there is not a option to choose just AES/EBU output for the USB IN 1/2?? My setup is the following: Computer > USB IN 1/2 > Helix Floor Helix Floor > stereo 1/4" Out to Roland GA-212 (just guitar) Helix Floor > AES/EBU Out to Stagesource L2T (intended to use with the incoming audio from the computer) I already know that I could use the XLR out to feed the Stagesource L2T, but I hate to do that, having the L6 Link cable. Using the USB IN 1/2 as input and AES/EBU as output doesn't seems to be a problem, since it works using the "Multi" option, so.... Anyone in the Line 6 stuff can answer my question, please?

What about using an iPad as MIDI controller? https://www.flickr.com/photos/159493056@N07/sets/72157694109073184 You can even go wireless using the Yamaha BT01. This is my new "main screen" design, by the way:

+1 on Polytone Mini-Brute and IOS HX editor.

All you need is a 110 Ohms AES/EBU cable, not necessarily branded "Line 6". No experience with powercabs but my Stagesource L2T sounds better using the L6 Link route. Way less electric noise/hum (or even not at all, when using Variax+Helix+Stagesource).

Can fit in a standard backpack.

Description We are offering the following modifications for the Helix: Helix Premium Mod ($495) – Guitar In: signal path cap and op-amp upgrades – Mic In: signal path cap upgrade, phantom power filtration, preamp chip power filtration – Sends: op-amp upgrades, D/A converter decoupling – Returns: op-amp and signal path cap upgrades, A/D converter decoupling – A/D/A Converter: premium power decoupling – Headphones: multiple stage op-amp and signal path cap upgrades – Outputs: multiple stage op-amp and signal path cap upgrades Helix LT Premium Mod ($395) – Same as regular Helix, but no microphone upgrades, no signal path caps on Returns, and no dedicated D/A chips Get ready to hear your Helix like never before! Well... they charge a lot for that. I do not know if it's worth it, but I'd also like to hear the opinion of someone who has tried it.

Given the current Helix market positioning (a clear market domination position) I would'n expect a Helix 2 in a looooooooong time. So, as amsdenj said, keep playing, enjoy your Helix and take care of every precious life on earth.

I was highly interested in the Yamaha DXR series, but then I readed somewhere that using the AES/EBU digital conector the hum/electric noise were non-existent, so I bought a Stagesource L2T instead. Soooooo glad I did that!! The AES way is dead silent !!! No hum, no strange noises coming from the computer or other gear!. Then add my Variax and I'm 100% on a digital realm with absolute zero noise. Just wonderful!! Still considering a pair of Yamaha MSP7 for my studio, but regarding to the Helix the Stagesource (or the new powered cabs) are the (digital silent) way to go, IMO.

Line 6 is the only one who can make that happens, as they are using their own propietary protocol. The standard MIDI implementation is pretty limited, but at least you can build your own MIDI template to load presets, replicate FS with buttons, change snapshots, control the looper, activate tuner, etc These are my MIDI Layouts: https://gumroad.com/ed_saxman https://line6.com/support/forum/96-promote-your-patches/

Please add a 10 Stomp snapshots mode to the Helix Floor/LT/Rack, also !!

Good idea! Although I can see some inconveniences doing so: — The L6 Link provides effective isolation against ground/electrical noise (in my experience) — The volume using the L2T analog inputs seems to sound noticeably lower than using the L6 Link digital input. — This implies an additional D/A + A/D conversion Still, this is definitely something I have to try, thank you!

I think the anti-feedback would be the most interesting feature to add. Recently I have bought an Stagesource L2T and his anti-feedback feature works really well, but I lose it when using my mic connected to the Helix Floor and then to the L2T via L6 Link. Not having that feature in the Helix makes the L2T even dangerous to your ears, using certain effects with the mic. As a previous VL3 Extreme user (sold to finance a Helix Floor), I have to say that there was no anti-feedback feature either. In addition, I wasn't happy with the VL3. It has a obnoxius latency, probably due to a 10 years old DSP, and the worst of all: they have a high failure rate and a very poor post-sale technical support where you have to send your machine overseas to repair it. The harmony features are limited to basic harmonies (triads or 7th chords) with poor tracking capabilities (dont try to play chords with some tensions, it doesnt work). It was a machine with interesting ideas inside, with better external MIDI implementation than Helix, though. But overall, it wasn't for me. I would like L6 to develop a kind of vocal pack, it would be very useful for many of us, but since half of the Helix line doesn't have mic input (Helix LT, HX Effects) I find it quite unlikely.

I believe there was an answer from Hurghanico in this same thread but maybe it was lost in the latest changes in the forum. Anyway... this is a small update about my personal situation: I've traded my Variax Bass 705 for a Stagesource L2T. Since I'm not a bassist, I can't keep a instrument that is long time discontinued, with such amount of electronics inside, and no replacement parts available. If something fails, then the value drops immediately to zero. Having said that... Long life to the Variax Bass! It really was a great instrument, but at this moment I'm going to get much more out of my Stagesource, so I'm glad I swapped it. Thank you everyone!