Evan329

This has to be the best update. The sound quality has improved.

I would assume he has access to some high end custom equipment we would love to have. The fact that he choses to use a Line 6 Helix product and use it any manner, says alot about the quality of the Helix products. Is that not good?

People are wondering if there is any popular guitarist or even well know guitar players using Line6 Helix products

Maybe Line 6 has a surprise coming and that is why it's taking so long.

The interesting thing, is how I can make time to read these comments and still get paid while at work.

Thanks again MLsoundLab

39 minutes ago, vonprater said:

They have till the end of June until they're late. Yeah, technically. They announced this about 3 or 4 months ago and for me it kind of made it seem like it was going to be released by now. Not that it would be here "right before spring ends". When I bought it I was told and under the impression that they were going to be adding some "big updates" and it was a very exciting time. I like my helix very much and I'm happy with what's included. But, when this update was announced I was already a bit disappointed. The main focus was to make the economy between their products healthier which is nice for those folks. 

But, that’s not quite what I imagined would be on the horizon. I imagined a few more Modern Hi-Gain amps, perhaps some cool Line 6 Originals, a nice drop pedal modelled effect, or anything else its seems to be lacking. The old Marshalls and Fenders I think we are good on. I think we have enough overdrives but we’ve got yet ANOTHER fender and 6 more OD’s. You know, just in case the traditionalist are satiated with this hi-tech product that one would think would be best marketed for the current generation who are all moving to modelers? 

So sometimes it feels like I’m waiting on that second date with a girl I’m not that crazy about wondering how I found myself in this mess to begin with. 

 Couldn't have stated it any better. Thank you, now back to Logic Pro X

What I can't understand, why are some people complaining about the choices they make ? If you regret your choice to purchase the product, look in the mirror and start complaining. I'm so glad this company exist and many other, we have a large selection of IRs to choose from.

Somebody else is freaking out about the REVV amp model.

Before recording some new music I would like to incorporate the Rev amp models. Does anybody think will have access to update before May?

Before recording some new music I would like to incorporate the Rev amp models. Does anybody think will have access to update before May?

I thought I would just share what was found while searching YouTube. Their just IRs that happen to sound completely amazing for $35. After blowing around $1600 cdn on Helix spending another $35 is nothing to add to the experience of using the Helix. Studio Lab has money in their future. An unbelievable product.

There are 4 mic positions for each mic type. I have no idea what happens with the amp models. The thing is with just the IRs alone the parameters on the Amps and Effects in the Helix react more like a real amp or effect. Line 6 did an amazing job in the amp model department, it truly shows with these IRs, all I have to say is WOW. It is surprising how the Helix responds to these IRs. ML Sound Lab is no Joke. That is my opinion.

ML sound lab  IRs been sold on the Fractal site marketplace  https://shop.fractalaudio.com/ml-greatest-hits-ultrares-collection/  

They have been doing things for more than a week ; )

3 hours ago, Evan329 said:

Do a YouTube search they have a multiple cabinet for the AXE FX, they just started producing IRs for the Helix line up.

9 hours ago, DunedinDragon said:

With only one cabinet offering it's kind of hard to take it too seriously yet.  Maybe once they've expanded their product line a bit more they might be worth looking at.

Do a YouTube search they have a multiple cabinet for the AXE FX, they just started producing IRs for the Helix line up.

Checkout the YouTube video on how they make their IRs, there is huge difference, that was enough for me. The proof is in the end product, simply put Quality. I don't work for them, I figured I would share this with people. 

Ya I'm pretty sure. Search YouTube. They have a link at the bottom of the video. I have been using Ownhammer for about a year. These suit me better. This has been in the Fractal community for awhile, I truly believe this is what separates the two camps.

These are IRs bring out the best in the Helix as far as I'm concern. I find the effects sound 100% better. I have to apologize for what I'm about to type, the Helix literally sounds like an AXE FX. In a mix the guitars sound more 3D and vibrant. At least give them a listen you might be pleasantly surprised. 

You can monitor your recordings with the behringer 404hd and mix line level with already recorded tracks. Beringer has other units. Checkout YouTube for reviews. 

If you purchase a Imac try to get one with a fusion drive. They combine 7200rpm mechanical Hard drive with SD drive that is used for common task. You could also just buy a an external SD connect through a thunderbolt port, which has insane data tranfer rate.

I have use PC most of my life and decided to pull the trigger and purchase an Imac and it has been the best musical decision other than practicing. Everything works no stress with lots of time to make music. If you can purchase a refurbished older mac problems solved. I went through the same things as you a few years ago it's frustrating. This is just another option for the long run.

The line 6 Helix is an amazing tool, I bought one from Long and Mcquade and will not be returning it God willing.

Thanks Line 6 for developing the Helix.

 One thing you should consider is the guitar pickups. I have two guitars, one sounds very harsh and crappy and the other on the same preset sounds completely warm and freaking amazing.

If you use a guitar with a bright thin sound it can be hard to dial in a nice tone. Try the Helix with different guitars. If I had tried the Helix with  bright thin sounding guitar I probably would have formed a negative opinion about the Helix. The pickups are the first thing in the chain.  In no way is the Helix crap and if you don't like it buy something else and get some guitar playing back into your life.