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I use a toggle to switch between a compressor and a light overdrive (Timmy). They both assign to the toggle no problem, and the toggle works fine. BUT - the LED is inconsistent as to which state I should be in. I give the toggle a custom name of "Light OD" so the thought is when the LED is off the compressor is engaged and when it is on the Overdrive is engaged. The problem is... the HX has a mind of it's own which state it will show. I get it working right, save it. Come back to that patch later and it shows "OFF" yet the overdrive is the one engaged. I know that by touching the toggle I can show the states of the two effects... but I would think after saving the patch it should always RECALL the way I saved it. For the record, I am not using snapshots. Any idea's why it is behaving this way? The HX Effects is up to date with firmware version 2.54 EDIT TO ADD (this is one of my post further down the thread, but may get missed)
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First, I use an HD500 not a 400 so I'm just trying to help out here... I really don't have any way to test this :) According to the manual, dual mode should do what you need.... plug your 1/4" out(s) to the power amp in on your amp, and the XLR to the PA. Based on this statement below, I would EXPECT (expect is the key word) the XLR output to use the cabinet/mic modeling from the HD, and the 1/4" outputs to discard the cabinet/mic modeling. Are you saying that the cabinet and mic modelling is still being sent to the 1/4" outputs in this mode? From the manual "When set to dual, direct signal meant for a guitar amplifier will be sent through the UNBALANCED L/R Outputs, and mic and speaker simulation meant for a mixer or recorder are sent through the BALANCED L/R outputs."
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Yes - that is what I was referring to... Auto Save was a poor choice of words :) Thanks for the detailed clarification of how the two modes operate. I agree the discard would likely be the most common and least confusing but recall certainly has it's advantages as well. It always depends on the workflow of the player.
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Late spring was the announcement. So - most likely anytime between now and June 21st.
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The HD500 volume pedal is fixed to linear taper which is actually very unnatural. Most people prefer an audio taper for a volume pedal. The Helix has the option to set the taper to linear or audio and that is likely what you are experiencing from patch to patch. Find the setting used in the patches you like and go with that for all the others. The same way you would have on the HD500.... insert a volume pedal block and assign the exp pedal to it.
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I could be completely wrong on this... but I'm throwing it out there anyway. Aren't snapshots "auto save" by default? If it isn't default, maybe it got changed? This could cause a lot of confusion. Example 1: Setup snapshot 2, save it. Now If you edit that and save it to Snap Shot 3, both 2 and 3 will be the same because 2 auto saved and won't recall as expected. To get around this, you would need to switch to snapshot 3 before editing and so on. Example 2: You play snapshot 2, move to snapshot 3 and play a bit.... maybe turn on/off an effect or two, move an expression, go back to 2 - all fine, come back to 3 and it is the state you last left it, not the perceived "saved state". Now, that said.... it should reset to the "saved state" if you leave the patch and return to it. If that is possibly the problem, there is an option to change it so it won't auto save. Off the top of my head, I don't recall where.
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Sound of my POD HD500x is very thin when playing with others over pa
codamedia replied to MarcoLikesTeles's topic in POD HD
In the output section of the unit (in the menu, not a switch on the machine) there is a setting for Output Mode. Make sure that is set to Studio/Direct. They always will. No two sets of headphones sound the same, no two sets of speakers sound the same, and no two PA's will sound the same. As long as the quality of each item is sufficient, and as long as nobody has EQ'ed the PA system to death (eg: big smiley face EQ) you should get good sounds. Is your sound too thin, or is his sound too thick! It is important for guitar players in a double guitar band to work with each other on developing tones. Your friend is likely steeling all the headroom from the system, leaving nothing for your tone. A BASS will do this in the heartbeat if the system can't keep up... but I full bodied guitar tone turned up to loud can also eat up the space. -
This shouldn't limit your routing. The worse case scenario should be that you have to use up 2 blocks. If DSP is an issue you could just load 2 x 1024 IR's. I could be wrong about this... but I'm pretty sure that any stereo effect prior to the path split would just separate to left/right down the two paths. At the end of the path you will have to set the output pans to keep it stereo.
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Retrofit Variax to existing Guitar (Telecaster)
codamedia replied to crwilsn's topic in Variax Guitars / Bass / Workbench
I just want to add one more option to the table... If you try a Variax and don't like the neck, you might be able to replace it. I don't know about the 500 (original Variax) but the 300 and 600 necks can be swapped with a regular Tele or Strat neck. I believe this can also be done on the JTV, but not on the Standards. About 8 years ago I bought a 300 just to test the waters of a Variax. The sounds in the 300 are the same as the sounds in the 500, 600 and 700 - but the guitar itself is a much lower quality. I found a nice Fender Tele neck from the 80's, bolted it on and that changed everything. -
They released it and told us it was a limited version... then they told us they would do a full release late in the 2nd quarter. This gives them until Jun 21st to deliver. Before I bought my HX Effects I did my homework and knew all of this. I can't speak for everyone, but I am glad they released a limited version so I could load IR's and backup my HX. Those are the two things I cannot do from the HX itself, so IMO - those are the two most important things to deliver quickly, and L6 did! Beyond that, the editor will just be a graphical version of the HX itself. Although that will make it easier for "some people" to program the HX, it is not a necessity for the HX to operate. As for the OP's problem... I think the suggestion by phil_m is the best route to try.
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I thought about mentioning the Input Z... but I didn't bother because I thought the default was 10M. Your're right, the default is auto making this is a very important step... thanks for the heads up.
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I am pretty sure the line level on the HX is +4... but I only base that on using it in my home studio. FYI: The line levels (-10 & +4) are compatible with each other as long as their is an input/output levels to accommodate. The HX has all kinds of ways to accommodate input/output levels to match gear. Line/Instrument level just puts you in the right ballpark to get started. Caveat: When I think about this, you may need to use both loops in a 4CM. I think the loops (send/returns) are adjusted as a pair and you need instrument level going into your amp at the start. Example: Guitar > HX Input (instrument level) > HX SEND 1 (instrument level) > Amp Input > Amp Send > HX RETURN 2 (line level) > HX Output (line level) > Amp return
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Sorry about the silly ending to my post. I was trying to explain how I use the Variax but it read more like a biography so I gave up. I'll try again today. I'm a part time professional. I don't do it full time anymore, but I still hit the road a few times a year and try to keep busy around town with multiple gigs and studio work. Since the mid 80's I've been locked in the country scene, but I play rock and pop gigs as well. I was a child of the late 70's punk scene so nothing scares me :) I bought a used Variax 300 about 8 years ago to test the waters. I loved the tonal capabilities, but the neck on the 300 didn't do it for me so I replaced that with a tele neck. For the most part I use it in specialty situations. I may pick it up for 1 song, I may pick it up for 10 - it depends on the show. When I need to bounce between banjo, acoustic and electric song to song, or even within a song I will play the Variax. When I can see a long list of electric songs coming up I tend to grab one of my primary guitars. I may prefer my other guitars, but I don't think twice about playing my Variax. I hook mind up through my HD500 with a VDI cable. This allows me to change patches on the Variax by simply programming it into my HD patches. I can go from a banjo to an ripping lead solo with one push of a button.
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The Variax is a specialized product.... but it is certainly used at the PRO level if that is part of what you are asking. John McFee (Doobie Brothers), Corey Churko (Shania Twain/Kelly Clarkson, Steve Howe (Yes), Richie Castellano (Blue Oyster Cult) all use a Variax as part of there regular setup. Right there is a diverse set of usage.
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I use my HD as "effect only" all the time... I find it very transparent all long as I keep the gain structure in order. Just a few things to watch for.... 1: Make sure all amp/cab/mic modeling is off 2: Set the output mode is set to "Direct/Studio" (or whatever it is called) 3: Turn your Global EQ OFF! It will only get in the way unless you have a particular need for it 4: Watch your gain structure. Effects ON/Off/BYPASSED should all be in the same ballpark. 5: Set your output (switch on the top of the unit) is set to AMP Good luck...
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Any external pedals would be part of LOOP 1, LOOP 2 or a combination of both. The LOOP's can be turned on/off either by snapshot or assignable to a footswitch... If you are asking if the HX Effects can turn your external effects on/off separately.... it is only possible if they are midi capable. It won't work with an every day stomp box.
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Do you have access to an older POD (XT or X3)? A friend, or at a local music store? If so, give the VOX Normal Channel a try... it should be the same model, with just a slight variance caused by the global differences between an HD and older POD.
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I own the Vintage pack in question... and as a VOX AC30 owner/player for decades I can say that the AC30 Normal Channel in the Vintage pack is excellent. Just like on the real deal, I reach for the normal channel before the top boost model. If you are concerned about not getting usage from the other amps.... well, we are all a little different but I have found some other gems in that pack. The acoustic amp is very nice if you play any acoustic instruments through the HD. I play acoustic, dobro, mandolin and banjo - and use the acoustic amp on all of them. The Pete Anderson Deluxe is the reason I initially bought the pack. It is a hot rodded, beefed up BF Deluxe Reverb.... absolutely incredible. Now the down side.... I could be wrong about this, but I don't think any of these models are full blown HD models... I think they are older models (POD 2, XT, X3) re-packaged for HD compatibility. That doesn't stop me from recommending it... I'm just pointing it out. HD500x is still available in the stores... it's a great "lower cost" option to the Helix and IMO, still a viable product. I can't see L6 giving away the packs any time soon... but I would like to be wrong about that :)
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Yes.... Line 6 does need to hear about users complaints. But you do realize this is a "user forum" don't you? Line 6 provides these forums so we can help each other... this is not their official support channel. That is why there are people here that are irritated by your threads... they are trying to help you - but you continue by opening yet another post about the same problem. If you take a look at the forums when you first come in there is a STICKY near the top. "Why is Line 6 not responding?".... maybe you should have read that if your intent was to get L6 is listen.
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HX Effects 4 cable method with single effect pedals.
codamedia replied to medieval21's topic in Helix
IMO... as I said earlier, you've got a good handle on how it all works. I suggest you hook things up the way you want and see how it sounds. There may be one or two things that don't respond as you expect... but that normal. Just more them around until they sound good - LOL! -
Variax 500 acoustic model tone
codamedia replied to thecameralens's topic in Variax Guitars / Bass / Workbench
The Variax already sounds like a "mic'ed up acoustic"... it should sound very realistic in a full range setup with a flat EQ! Just tweak a little to taste. I've never had to drastically alter EQ on the acoustics just a little cut/boost here or there usually does it. They are however, a full body sound... so if you are used to some jingle in the top end you will have to lower some lows and add some highs... but that's the same with a nicely mic'ed up acoustic! That enhanced high end you hear on many pop/rock/country recordings is not the natural sound of an acoustic - you use EQ to get that sizzle - but just a little extra highs and a little less lows will get you there. ^^^ This ^^^ I don't know if my description is accurate or not... but I find the tone UP it is similar to putting a mic at the 12th fret (tighter sound), while turning the tone down is closer to pointing a mic at the sound hole (boomier). -
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codamedia replied to medieval21's topic in Helix
There is no right or wrong here... You seem to have a grasp of all your options, I would suggest you just organize the pedals the way you want them and see how it works. If it were me... I might try placing the outboard pedals in Loop 1 with the 4CM to keep the DA/AD conversions to a minimum and to keep Loop 2 open for other options. EG: Loop 1 send > Overdrives > amp in > amp send > modulations > Loop 1 return. NOTE: that option is dependent on your amps "send/return" levels. Your overdrives will definitely work going into the amp, but you may need to return directly to the HX then put the mods in LOOP 2. -
By default, most midi devices will "send" and "receive" on all midi channels (aka: omni mode) so things just work when they are opened. However, it is always best to setup discreet midi channels for each device.... and set GLOBAL to a discreet channel as well (I always set all of my devices GLOBAL in/out to channel 16... then use channels 1 - 15 for everything else ). Once you have done that cross talk between devices and unexpected behavior becomes a thing of the past. I don't have the pedal you have, so I can't give a step by step on setting it up... but I will try to point you in the right direction. To start... I would set the Whammy to communicate on one particular channel. Then whenever you want the HX Effects to talk to the Whammy... you will set the HX controller to communicate on that channel. Your HX Effects solutions should be in the "Command Center". You should be able to setup an "Instant" message that occurs when you change a patch or snapshot... or you should be able to setup a "stomp foot switch" to do what you need. If you are new to using MIDI it takes a bit to wrap your head around it... but it's really powerful once you figure it out.
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Earlier you mentioned Long and McQuade.... THEY HAVE TO BE EXPERTS with the Helix! They are the Canadian Distributor, Canada's largest music store, and the only place(s) in Canada to buy the product. Sure - there will be employees that know it better than others... but it it is their job! It is one thing to carry the product, it is completely different when you are the distributor and the only game in the country! I can assure you that in my city.... there is staff in each L&M store that could help you solve your problem. I'm not saying every staff member can help you, but there is staff in each store that can. I'm sure Long and McQuade head office along with Line 6 would be thrilled by this!