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I'm pretty sure it's been requested on Ideascale. Do a search and vote for it. I'm guessing that it's not a high priority request, but who knows?

What's confusing is that you seem to be conflating "What I want to accomplish" with "How I want to accomplish it". My suggestion above is simple, but results in the backing track playing through the PC112. That sounds bad even with my PC212. If you have a stereo, or decent computer speakers, letting your backing tracks play through them and playing along through the PC112 is much better. Most modern computer keyboards have a volume control for the computer's sound card. Just leave the computer's soundcard as the default playback device. The way I do this on my systems is to take the computer's HP Out to a pair of inputs on a small/cheap mixer, take the analog outs from Helix into another pair, and send that mixed signal to my stereo (in the office) or Studio Monitors (in my studio, through a Multi IO Audio Interface). This allows great flexibility, as overall balance can be controlled from the mixer, playback volume separately from the keyboard or mixer, or guitar volume separately from Helix. I can also play guitar through the PC212 when I want to get loud (L6 Link), or through the stereo/studio monitors/headphones late at night, without re-routing any cables. None of these methods require changing anything in your presets. With the Outputs set to MULTI, all outputs are available. Later, when/if you start using a DAW, you can replace the mixer with a proper Multi IO Audio Interface. With the inputs configured as with the simple mixer, you'll be able to get your backing tracks and guitar tracks recorded to separate tracks in the DAW. You can't really do this using Helix as AI without modifying your presets for separate routing. As @brue58ski said, there's lots of ways to do this. These are simply the ones that I've found to be easiest and most efficient for my workflow.

Not sure what you mean. You can assign a Stomp to call a Snapshot using CommandCenter. You can assign a Snapshot to Bypass (or not) any or all FX, whether assigned to Stomps or not. Something else?

Easiest way. In Windows (if you don't specify, you by default have a Windows computer) Sound Panel, set Playback to Helix. Done. Use the volume control on whatever app you're streaming from to control the level to Helix.

Not the only reason. Having hundreds of different amps and fx at your fingertips, and thus an infinite palette of sounds at your disposal comes to mind. However, not everybody needs that. Some people just LIKE the sound of that big old amp! Humans! Go figure!

He's using an amp in 4cm onstage, and wanting an IR for FOH. That's why the separate outs.

Depends. If all you're ever going to do is use it as an FRFR with IRs loaded on the PodGo, NO. If You're OK with manually loading whatever speaker emulation you want with a particular Preset, NO. If you're OK with the 6 speaker emulations included, don't care about the other 6 available on the 112+, and you're OK with never getting an update, NO. While the PodGo's outgoing MIDI implementation (at this time) is limited to the default Program Changes sent when you load a preset, the 112+ can use those to recall Powercab+ presets*. That means any of the 128 IRs loaded on the Powercab**, and any of the 12 speaker emulations are available without manual intervention. If L6 ever gets around to updating the PC+ series, those updates won't be applicable to the 112, only the 112+/212+. Finally, when you decide to step up to the Floor/Rack/LT, the 112+ will be able to take advantage of the features of L6 Link. To sum it up - the 112+ is more powerful now, and, if L6 ever issues an update, will be even better in the future. The 112 is what it is, now and forever. *PodGo does not have MIDI connectors. To use this feature requires that you have both the PodGo and the 112+ connected to a computer, with a MIDI app that can direct the MIDI to the 112+. There's a number of free apps that can do this. It's not complicated, and it doesn't require a high end computer, the old W7 laptop you stopped using when W10 came out will do fine. **IIRC, not using Cabs/IRs loaded on the PodGo doesn't spare DSP, so this might not be a big advantage. But I could be wrong. It's definitely an advantage if you step up to Helix.

I have the Floor. Based on what you've said, I'd go for the Floor. Better to have more than you need now than find out later that you really did need it. Many people in your situation question the value of the Scribble Strips. I did. I love them. And the higher quality expression pedal sealed the deal. I've had my Floor for 5 years. No regrets.

Yes. Assign the parameters to the exp pedal, then in the Bypass/Controller Assign tab set the MIN/MAX opposite each other. Example: GAIN MIN=25 MAX=75 MASTER MIN=75 MAX=25

Connect it using 4 cable method (4cm). there's templates in the Template Setlist. Search this forum, there's at least a thousand posts about it. Then use MIDI from CommandCenter to control the MIDI features of your amp. RTM. Come back here with specific questions.

Rock On!

My examples only use two FX Loops, and not at the same time. I used FX Loop 3 in the example because it's easier to deal with the cables, as the pairs are next to each other vs above/below. I could have just as effectively used FX Loop 2. Also, you don't have to use my example preset. Just use it to learn how it's done, then roll your own!

You don't need to stay 10ft away from computers unless you're still using a CRT monitor (dinosaur!). But if changing your physical orientation in relation to your computer changes the noise, that could tell you something. Yes, staying away from cell phones, routers and wifi extenders is a good idea but, again, listening to the sound as you change positions relative to these devices can be telling.

What kind of pickups? Check your cables. Make sure you're connected to a Power Strip with EMI/RFI filters. Make sure you're not on the same house circuit as major appliances, fluorescents or rheostats. Make sure you're at least 10 ft from routers, computers, or active wireless devices such as cell phones. After checking all that, attach an example of an especially troublesome preset so we can see what else might be happening.

You could record your loops to a DAW, then use the "Hotkey" functions in CommandCenter to control Playback. The looper in Helix is intended as a "scratchpad". For serious looper functions you need a serious looper.

Attached is a screenshot and preset example. In the screenshot, I've combined both methods, one on Path 1 and the other on Path 2. In the preset and following description, my choice of FX Loops and SEND are purely logistical, to simplify switching the cables between examples, and because since I'd used FX Loop1 in Path1, I needed to use FX Loop 3 in Path2. I've also muted the unused Outs in each example. The Snapshots: Snapshots 1 and 2 - Cables - FX Loop1, SEND4 to Amp FX Return, XLR L/Mono Out to FOH 1) P1 HX Amp - The HX AMP is ON, FX Loop OFF. 2) P1 RealAmp - The HX AMP is OFF, FX Loop ON. This is normal 4cm except you're taking SEND4 to the Amp FX Return. Snapshots 3 and 4 - Cables - FX Loop3, 1/4" Mono Out to Amp FX Return, XLR L/Mono Out to FOH 3) P2 HX Amp - The HX AMP is ON, FX Loop OFF. 4) P2 RealAmp - The HX AMP is OFF, FX Loop ON. IMO, the Path1 example is the superior method, as it allows you to run parallel FX. Hope this helps. fbordes.hlx

It imports the first 3. You lose the rest.

If you put those effects in a Split, you can use the Mixer Block Level controls to adjust the clean signal level in relation to the wet signal as separate entities. For instance, with the Reverb Block in Path B of the Split, you might want to have the mix parameter in the reverb block at 100%, then use the Path B Level to add it to the Clean signal in Path A.

Short answer: Yes. Manual Page 9 - Quick Start - Hooking it all up - HX Stomp in 4-Cable Method What you're doing with the Mooer is called "4 cable method (4cm)". Just replace the MOOER in that configuration with the HXS and add an FX Loop Block between Pre FX (like distortions) and Post FX (like delays). When you're using an HXS amp, the FX Loop Block is OFF (signal goes straight to the amp's RETURN), when using your amp's preamp the HXS amp is OFF and the FX Loop Block is ON (signal passes through the amp's preamp before returning to HXS). If you want to continue to also use the MOOER, put it in the other FX Loop. Be aware that if you do that, you've already used two of the 8 available Blocks, the additional Preamp could be noisy, there could be ground loops, and you'd need to use one of the three available Snapshots to determine which FX Loop (or none) is ON (vs using a Stomp or external FS with only one loop).

The file has nothing to do with the HXS. It's a configuration file with the driver variables written in from your choices on the Audio Settings page of AT5. When I use it with Helix it says "ASIO HELIX". When I use it with the Scarlett it says "Focusrite USB ASIO". When you open the Audio Settings page, it reflects whatever is in the file. Run AT5, go to the Audio Settings Page and enter the proper settings for your system. Then close AT5 and open the settings file from it's location in C:\Users\your user name\AppData\Roaming\IK Multimedia\AmpliTube 5. It should now reflect your entries on the Audio Settings page. I just repeated this process on both my office and studio systems, and it worked in both places. All I know is that, unless you just don't like the way AT5 sounds, the problem is elsewhere in your system. I'm using three different AIs, and putting it through 3 different playback systems (Sony bookshelf with HXS, Rokit6 Studio Monitors or PC212+ with Helix and Scarlett), and the output is NOT muffled at all. Maybe time to contact IK Support?

You can also separate the Paths with a split after your last effect, put the Cab/IR in the lower (B) path, then pull down the mixer block to create two output blocks. You use Path A for the typical 4cm - Main L/MONO Out to amp, Path B Output block set to XLR for FOH. The advantage of the first method is that you still have the split available for running parallel effects. This forum only allows a very small space for storing images, and I'm currently full. That's why no screenshot. Just try it. Takes 2 minutes to set up.

You could set 4 Stomps to send MIDI as you asked. Do the custom pedals have actual ON/OFF switches that can be controlled externally (not just with their onboard switch)? Are they properly buffered to prevent "pops" when they're externally switched?

No, it' an AT5 configuration file that came from IK Support in response to various problems with AT5. The AI doesn't matter, I use it with HXS, Helix Floor and Scarlett 18i20. As I said, I don't know that it will help with your problem, which could be as simple as you don't like AT5.

After your last effect, place a SEND Block and use that SEND for your amp return instead of the MAIN L/MONO OUT. Place your cab/IR Block after the SEND, and set the main Path Output Block to XLR. That goes to FOH. So, the end of your signal chain is LAST EFFECT>Send Block (to amp return)>CAB/IR> Output Block set to XLR (to FOH). I'm out of storage space and don't have any pictures I want to delete, or I'd include a screenshot.

As explained above, this is the compromise between instantaneous radical changes and waiting a couple of ms for a different preset to load. Sometimes we have to change our methods to accommodate reality. You could time your playing to reflect the time it takes for the preset to change. That's what most people do. Sometimes an empty space (called a "rest"") can be a good thing! Or you could buy a product that doesn't make a noise when the snapshot changes. What was that product called? I forget....it's not the AXEFX, I've read that there's sometimes a gap when changing SCENES that employ different amps, and it makes the same sort of random noises when there's radical changes. If you knew in advance that L6 always "ditches" products, why did you buy it? FWIW - FAS people have the same gripe. All tech has an "end of life", after which further improvements don't get made. Development moves to the newer platform. Since they've just consolidated the code so that changes can more easily be made across the entire Helix family, it'll be AT LEAST a couple of years before Helix experiences EOL. And before you accuse me of being a Fanboi, I have a Powercab, which they DO seem to have abandoned after one update. I make loud noises about that at every opportunity, like right now! :-(