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I have no desire to return to a traditional cabinet. Working with and listening to the finished tone has always been much more appealing to me. Even back when I used amps I used to run the sound back through my monitors so I could hear "what the crowd is hearing" and shape my tone accordingly. Making the switch to modeling was easy for me... eliminate the amp, not the tone, all while increasing options and versatility.

It was great to see the tuner added to Helix Native in the 3.0 update. What surprised me was that it included a feature not yet found on the hardware, and not included in the 3.0 update on the hardware. A "CENTS" indicator. A running indicator telling you how many cents "flat or sharp" you are to the nearest note. As a multi-instrumentalist, this is incredibly useful. My banjo, mandolin, acoustic, pedal steel, etc... etc... all require different offsets. Having this indicator (combined with knowing the offsets required) make it a snap to tune any instrument quickly and easily with incredible precision. I have created a feature request on ideascale in case anyone else is interested and wants to upvote it! https://line6.ideascale.com/a/dtd/Add-Cents-indicator-the-the-tuner-on-the-hardware!/1004447-23508

You already got an answer to your question(s).... I'll just provide a few tips.... Amps use a lot of resources.... that is probably the vast majority of your resources. Since you separate the amps and cab.... check the "pre-amp version" of one (or both) to see if you can it is suitable enough instead of the full model. For your effects, make sure you are NOT using any stereo versions unless you absolutely need it! eg: Once you go Stereo you have to stay Stereo... before that, keep it Mono! Here is a link to a helpful chart showing DSP usage of each amp/effect. Sometimes an acceptable substitution for an effect is all you need :) https://benvesco.com/store/helix-dsp-allocations/

Not for use on an HX Effects at this time.... but as @BobOD says above.... the functionality COULD be included on a future update. That doesn't mean it will! Actually... Line 6 products use a TS connection, not a TRS. Some TRS cables Expressions work, but simply due to how they are wired inside with the TS, not the R :) This is the wiring for a Line 6 Expression pedal. The wiring is extremely basic, and the pot value can vary. Older Line 6 products didn't like to see anything other than a 10K pot, the HX devices are much more tolerant of higher values.

The two above quotes/suggestions is where I would be looking for the problem. It sounds like a Variax problem not a Helix problem... especially if it is most noticeable on just 2 strings.

This is exactly what you need to do. I don't have a stomp, but I used to do this on my Helix LT and it works fine. When you do this there is an important step you need to make... turn off "MIDI PC RECEIVE" and/or "MIDI PC SEND" in the Global Settings. One or both of those needs to be off! Make sure MIDI THRU is turned off while you are at it... you don't need any messages repeating themselves.

Native is not wide open by default.... it is likely running in compatibility mode. Even in Floor/LT/Rack mode each path is no more powerful than the Stomp is.... you just get two of them to work with. Click on the gear icon at the lower right corner of native Choose the "hardware compatibility" tab. Choose the mode you want to run it in, or turn if off so their are no limits imposed. If you want your choice remembered.... set it as the default or it will revert the next time you open it. That doesn't make sense! A blank chain should be able to take ANYTHING as it's first entry.

No, this is not possible. You have to assign it on each preset. Toe Switch will not work with an HX Effects. All HX Models (including Helix) can operate by "auto on".... eg: When an expression reaching a threshold (eg: 5%) then the effect (eg: wah) automatically turns on. IMO... the closest you can come to this is having the closest switch possible assigned to the Volume On/Off and Wah On/Off. The switch will toggle between them. It's the same principle as a toe switch, but it wouldn't be under the toe of the expression pedal.

I get that and I fully agree with you! That is precisely why I posted the "ideascale link" so you might take the time to go upvote it. Line 6 does not read these forums... they are user forums. Ideascale is their official system for requesting a feature. Don't take it personally... they didn't do it just to tick you off! Even if they don't share it publicly, they likely have very good reason for making this decision and they wouldn't be the only ones that do!

That's the wrong wording... they do this on purpose so it isn't really broken - it's turned off! I can see Line 6 not wanting SysEx access to the HELIX.... but IMO... they should provide an option in the global menu to "turn on sysex forwarding". They could just leave it OFF by default and let the power users turn it on as needed. I found this post on IdeaScale ....but it needs some more upvotes to gain some traction :) https://line6.ideascale.com/a/dtd/MIDI-THRU-should-pass-SysEx-messages/988293-23508

It's a great model... I'm sure it will find it's way into my favorites list!

Sorry.... I don't believe there is any way to re-assign that switch at this time. It is tied to "tap tempo/tuner".

You don't need a receipt to register a Helix. Just the serial number from the unit itself! You would need a receipt for warranty, but not for registration which gets you access to the ticket system. This is an odd problem... and it seems like you have gone over the usual suspects! The only thing I don't see mentioned (I think) is more related to power. If the voltage isn't stable or there is a ground fault the Helix may behave erratically. If it's connected to any power strips or extensions, remove them and try directly to the wall plug. (although for general use I do recommend keeping it on strip with surge protection) Try different circuits within the home... Aside from that... I think you need to register that Helix and open a support ticket. Again... no receipt is needed for that!

The only caveat I'd like to add is that the Line Out on the MV50 already has cabinet simulation... so in theory would be adding a cabinet to a cabinet. That doesn't mean it won't work, it just isn't conventional. That works.... but keep in mind if you are placing "send 1 > return 2" back to back on the HX... you could replace those with a single "Loop" which handles both duties within one block.. Since that frees up a block, you also have the option of running your external OD in the 2nd loop. Is it just a preference to run your ambient effect before the amp? Most would run those after - but there is no right or wrong. @rd2rk is correct, you actually do. If you drop the IR to the lower path and PAN the upper/lower paths appropriately one output would include the IR, the other would not! If you don't need that option don't worry about it, but it is there.

I don't remember a time that I have needed a backup... not with amps, or modelers - including the Helix. I also don't remember a time that I haven't had a back up ready to go.... not with amps, or modelers - including the Helix. At local gigs I carry my old POD XT Live as a backup loaded with tones that are more than good enough to get me through a night. On tours, I rent/carry a 2nd Helix which is inline and ready to go into action within seconds! IMO, it likely won't! I have 100% confidence in my Helix LT.... but I still carry a backup for insurance. Insurance always seems like a waste of money until you actually need it!

Updating the firmware does not update HX Edit... You still need to download and install the latest version of HX Edit!

IMO... Ditch the computer and try doing snapshots on the Stomp itself rather than through HX Edit. If it works there, but fails through HX Edit... then it's likely a Big Sur problem. if it doesn't work on the Stomp itself then it's something completely different. Silly question but I've seen this overlooked many times... Are you sure you assigned the appropriate controls to "snapshots"? (EG: A parameter cannot be controlled by snapshot until it's been assigned to do so)

The V3 updates resets the global settings... the suggestion above to restore your old global settings is the best option. But if you just want to find the offending setting, it is right here... Global Settings > Footswitches > Snapshot Mode Switches. From the manual: When set to “Auto Return,” Helix LT returns to the previous footswitch mode after selecting a snapshot. When set to “Manual Return,” Helix LT stays in Snapshot footswitch mode until you press FS6 (MODE). If you want to stay in Snapshot mode once you are there you will want to set this to "manual return"

This is not my experience... not even close. The Helix has been the most "set it and forget it" piece of gear I've owned. It sounds the same every time I turn it on, the most consistently great tones I've had in my 40+ years of tours/gigs. If a user doesn't know how to get certain sounds, I can see them getting frustrated with option overload but how is that the fault of a modeler? For those of us that know what we are after and how to get it... it's a piece of cake!

^^^ this ^^^ But remember, once you add the stereo version, everything that follows the reverb must also be stereo!

Was that directed to me or @dacop13? I run the Deluxe Normal Channel (or the new Princeton) preamp model into a Celestion Ruby IR, direct to FOH/Monitors/FRFR. Others may feel very different. This is just my preference.

Yes, quite regularly. If the power amp section of an amp is not a big part of the behavior/tone of that amp, I will often just use the pre-amp versions. I tend to get a beefier tone from the pre-amps alone. There are notable exceptions... VOX Amps and Tweed amps in particular require the full amp models and I also prefer the PLEXI that way. My current live rig is based around a Deluxe Normal Channel pre-amp and a Celestion Ruby IR. I'm experimenting with replacing the Deluxe with the new Princeton pre-amp and it's sounds great (better) here in my studio, but there are no gigs to test it in right now. For reference... I go direct to FOH/Monitors and also an FRFR when needed.

The Helix includes a handful of great post-production style effects (Tube Mic Pre, LA Studio Comp, 3 Band Comp, Parametric EQ, etc... ) ... and although I agree I would like to see more, I don't feel limited by only having what we already have. Why did you move the goal posts with #3? Throughout this thread you are talking about console/tape saturation, yet here you bring up "power amp saturation". FYI: If you use the full model of an Amp in the Helix... the power amp saturation for each amp is modelled as well. BUT - this has nothing to do with post production effects... it's raw amp tone! I somewhat disagree with bullet #2: Just before saturation occurs on a TAPE or TUBE device, it is preceded by compression! "First it compresses, then it Saturates". You can get the compression feel with an LA Studio Comp.... but it won't saturate! Currently... for post production saturation the Tube Mic Pre is your best bet. It simulates a console input, and can be pushed in a similar manner. Just like a console, you push it to far, and it's melts down in anger - LOL! A little goes a long way with this one! IMO... only when the source is acoustic or a MIC. On electric presets I would add this after the CAB/MIC... as it would appear in a real setup.

"Questioning Policies"? It's LAW, not policy. You can't use another company's registered trademark. It really is that simple I suspect Line 6 doesn't use the real names because they wanted to stay in business, not because they thought it would benefit them to come up with clever/cute names. Pages 29 - 38 in the new Helix 3.0 Manual lists the models. The 3rd column of each is the "based on *" description. You will notice that every time (catch that... EVERY TIME) a word or phrase that is a registered trademark is mentioned it includes either the R symbol. It's law, not policy. Page 45 of the manual is a full disclaimer and pays respect to every company involved. Silly? Scary? IMO, that would better describe a world without these laws.

Nobody said this isn't normal... but we also had no idea of your setup and what you were trying to do until you posted this level of detail. I can see the problem you face. Sadly, none of the Split blocks have level options or you could have used that. I see you posted the idea to ideascale.. I supported it with an upvote. https://line6.ideascale.com/a/dtd/extra-input-level-parameter-for-delay-and-reverb-blocks/1003876-23508