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Yes, the noise gate remains active if you're using DSP bypass mode. Also, the noise gate isn't truly global. Its on/off state and other settings are saved on a scene per scene basis (same thing with the True or DSP bypass setting).

hey... the M5 works in the same way?

I am interested in getting an M5. From reading this and other places I understand that the Noise Gate needs to be set for every preset.

 

On my tube amp and the 2 gain channels are a little hissy/noisy. To quiet this, every preset on my current multi effects pedal has the noise gate on. Seems the M5 functions a little differently. Since I can not change presets with one button press (need to hit both buttons, cycle up down to preset, hit both buttons) my question is:

 

If the noise gate is set to be used on a preset but the effect is turned off for that preset (on/off button), is the noise gate still engaged?

 

Here is a specific example:

Preset 2, Noise Gate is set, Chorus Effect is chosen for this preset, saved etc.

I have selected Preset 2 and have the Chorus Effect On (Chorus Effect is Active, Noise Gate is Active)

I hit the On/Off, Chorus Effect is Off (Chorus Effect is Inactive, Noise Gate is still Active)

I hit the On/Off, Chorus Effect is On (Chorus Effect is Active, Noise Gate is Active)

 

If the above is not true, then this pedal would be rather useless for my specific application and I will need to look elsewhere.

hello... So anyone tried it?

What about the input Z Setting? I normally set mine to 1M, I remember I was hearing some strange noise once... and I accidentally had changed it to 3.5M. This setting is more associated to "taste" or true modelling (taking the impedance of the first pedal if set to AUTO) but you should consider it also. 

I think the mixer and the FX loop parts of the chain I'm missing. I'm not sure how to add those on or what they will look like. I use the board itself for set up, not the PC software. but it sounds like the mixer option could help me fine tune the sound.

 

Is this because of the order of my effects? I currently have on this set up -  from left to right - my two distortion pedals, then the phaser, then my amp model, then the delays and reverbs, then the loop.

 

Should I try moving the amp to the front of the lineup or to the very back?

Could be, in my case, using the 4CM I usually place the FX LOOP block after the distortions/OD's, but BEFORE the Delays/Reverbs. Something like this: Gate > Comp > Dist1/Dist2 > AMP>Mixer>FX LOOP > Delay > Reverb. In the end, your ears should guide you. 

Thank you all for your responses!

I will definitely buy it! (Waiting for next payment day only...)

I guess snapshots is probably the most versatile option inside of the beast... I will do more research about it, 

thank you all

Hi! 

I am planning to buy a Helix. I did some research about the following questions but I am not 100% clear, maybe someone can help?:

• Using the "stomp footswitch mode" how many switches can I control/assign? 8,12? Can I still use the BANK switch by pressing both at the same time in this mode?
• For example, can I have patch 1A in "footswitch mode" and patch 1B in "Preset Mode"?
• In Path 1A, if I select the output: Í¢   (to expand my chain) I will be able to add more blocks in Path 1B, this means that Path 2 dissapears? Also, how many effects can I assign on path 1A and 1B? (I know there is a DSP limitation, but in the best scenario, can I have 16 for example?)
• I cannot find a "Mixer" block in the examples I've seen on youtube (this block existed on the HD series), it has finally dissapeared? (thank God)

Thanks! 

Well, not necessarily a Wampler OD pedal, but I use sometimes an L6 M5 on the FX LOOP (sounds crazy but I pair it with my hd500x, mostly to save DSP). Sometimes I use overdrives (placing the FX LOOP Block before the AMP/MIXER) or Delays/Reverbs (moving the fx block after the Amp/Mixer).

Hi @pfsmith can you upload again the pdf file? thanks

Sorry about the missing PDF. it's too big to upload here. I'll have to get it here instead.

so, the Helix does not have an auto wah (envelope filter)????

Or... you can try this Ebtech Hum X Voltage Hum Filter, which "apparently" solves the HUM problem. I am planning to buy one... I heard that it affects the tone a little, but I am considering to give it a try. 

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002E4YI8/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_10?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

buen día amigos

 

tengo un problema con mi pod hd 500x curiosamente funciona cuando quiere me explico ayer lo estuve utilizando después de haberlo dejado de usar durante un mes y funcionó ala perfección y está

mañana lo vi a usar y no me coge señal de la guitarra lo conecte al pc utlize el pod edit y el monkey y me reconoce el pedal pero no me da sonido lo reinicie pensando el solucionar el problema y sigue igual lomas raro es que. es la segunda vez que me sucede dejó de usarlo durante un tiempo y funciona y lo vuelvo a usar y no funciona laverdad me tiene loco está situacion por que no entiendo por qué de este error .le agradezco mucho si me pueden ayudar muchas gracias .

Primero descarta que no sea un problema con alguno de tus cables. Si no, podrias intentar conectar la guitarra no al GUITAR INPUT sino al AUX por ejemplo y ver si por alli recibes sonido, solo tendrias que cambiar en la configuracion general (presionando view varios segundos) en Input 1: AUX, o AUX+GUITAR+Variax. Esa prueba te serviria para ver si el jack de guitar in tiene algun problema. 

De lo contrario, probaria un reset y carga de software de nuevo, por medio del line6 monkey, solo asegurate de tener una copia de tus sonidos. 

I don't believe this works. When you use one of these devices and try to connect via midi cable using Line 6 Monkey, none of the HD devices are listed.

I remember I did this with a POD XT LIVE, I have the cable so I will give it a try tonight...  :ph34r:

You can use this cable also to reflash the firmware, instead of using the USB jack in your POD, you use the MIDI L/R outputs and connect them to the USB port of your PC.

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I had that problem years ago...the way I solved it: Bring my amp to the church and use a SM57 MIC (physical) to amplify my sound. Now the sound guy can control my mix in the console, my monitor volume, etc. I don't have to deal with changes on my sound from my house to the church. Usually I set my patches at the same volume level (house-church) and everything seems to be fine.

That's interesting...I assume you have your amp set very clean?

Yeah, gain is around 40%. Mid/Treble at my taste. Almost never touch those knobs. My amp is solid state, I think that is why I can mix both preamps and get richer sounds.

 

Does anyone use the HD500 models via a power amp and cab for live use? I could probably do with some tips.

 

I use the 4CM and use a "mix" between my physical power amp (a Marshall MG 100dfx) and the modeled AMP's of my POD HD500x. For example, I keep the FX LOOP BLOCK switched "On" all the time (after the mixer), I choose the amp I want (an AC-30 full model for example) using the output mode "Stack PWRAMP" and the switches in "Normal" & "Stomp" position. This way I almost "never" fight with fizzy/harsh sounds. It is supposed that the 4CM benefit is that you can use your physical preamp and use the POD for effects only, however I found that I can use both preamps, so for me theory is not useful... my ears are! 

I had a POD XT LIVE, Now I'm pretty satisfied with the HD500x. What do I miss? The AUTO-WAH only, somehow the modeled on the HD500x sounds kinda different (even when it's same MU-TRON III), anyway check this video to get the right EQ dial. (BTW this guy has probably the best reviews of the HD500x)

So what is going to happen to us? ... I mean one day my hd500x will stop working, and I am not sure if I will be able to afford a Helix, (kids on the way!) So unless we have a HD600x I probably will have to move to something else 

thanks dude... in fact I did my full research yesterday night and this is correct, br

Does the Orange amp's 1/4" jack process MIDI data?  I've never heard of a device's MIDI implementation that uses a 1/4" jack instead of a MIDI cable.  MIDI data cables have 5 pins although I believe only 3 pins are used to transmit data.  You would need a spec document for your amp to see which MIDI messages it understands. It is not necessarily true that all devices are designed to receive all MIDI messages.  If your amp does process "program change" messages then you're in luck.

Nope, It doesn't process data. It's a regular 1/4 jack... at least on the amp I own, I thought maybe with that cable I could do the trickery but I think that's not possible. 

Q: If I had this MIDI - TRS Cable...Can I use the midi OUT in my POD HD500x for Channel Switching (Clean-Crunch) in my AMP? I have an Orange AMP without a MIDI conector for the pedal, it only uses the standard 1/4" jack for switching, but I was thinking that maybe this cable can do the trick. I don't want to use the voodoo switch, Payne midi-lab, etc, just the cable and set MIDI Commands on the POD. I know that the amp will not understand the MIDI message, but perhaps the signal that will receive can do the switch?? anybody has tried this?

I know this has nothing to do with this thread (because it's the helix and it's a different topic, etc...) but if you check this video comparing line 6 modeled vs analog pedals looks interesting (around minute 1:30 is the screamer). I don't think there is much difference between the modeled screamer in the hd and the helix...