I'm not sure. If so, why it allows us to overdub, or why there are two different blocks?
I don't complaint about looper length, but it's a pity to not be able to synchronise the looper with the preset tempo. We should define a number of bars (say 2 bars) and Helix should stop recording after 8 beats (assuming we're playing in 4/4) and creates a little crossfade to avoid cracks at the end of the loop. A second option is to choose the number of beats instead of bars. That would allow us to sync with ternary rhythms. The Helix already plays in-sync with delays. So I don't understand why it is not implemented yet.
Sure it would be super to have a 4-track looper but as people says, it's not the point. However, this sync feature makes more sense, and the funny thing is that it will open the gates for a multitrack looper block (who knows...).
Helix users, what do think about that?
Maybe a few of you play with external sync gears (like a drum machine) but for this kind of users (as me) it is a really missing feature. The joke is that I bought an MPC Live (Live!) and I can't learn its looper buttons via MIDI nor plug a pedal in it. In both sides I have no luck. Moreover, it restricts the creativity (for the moment, I can't make a mix of electronic and rock music without a computer and Ableton Live. I use it just for its in-sync loop feature).
Being that said, I'm still very happy with the Helix. Certainly the best piece of gear I have! And the next update looks very tasty.
Thanks for reading,
Cyril.
