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✋ For example, in addition to the features I mentioned, here are my suggestions and wishes: For instance, there could be an option to choose a screen protector, just like on a smartphone. It could even support installing apps — for example, YouTube. Imagine this: while playing live at a concert, you’re switching between presets that you already know by heart, and a YouTube video is playing on the screen at the same time. When you press the volume or signal input on the pedal, the device could treat the audio as a signal, allowing you to play along with a sound coming from a YouTube video directly with your instrument. Through apps, a DAW could also be installed on the screen. Think of it like a studio PC: you could record, connect a MIDI keyboard, plug in a microphone — basically use it with the logic of an audio interface and a computer. An internal active speaker could be integrated into the pedal. A foldable mini MIDI keyboard could be offered as an optional accessory. Apps like Gemini or ChatGPT could also be added and run on the device. In short, this would be a pedal + an iPhone combined. And we can already do all of these things even on an iPhone 14 If such integration were possible, it would be a real revolution. And in terms of hardware cost, adding this kind of capability would probably mean no more than an extra $200–300 — roughly the cost of an iPhone 14-level device. And with that, hundreds of additional features — even ones I haven’t listed here — would become possible. Integrating something this straightforward shouldn’t be that difficult. What I’m trying to say is: dreaming and wanting more is not a bad thing. Wanting better is already half the journey toward achieving it. And honestly, compared to what I imagined, the features I initially asked for were actually very small Greetings to everyone — stay with the music.

Do you really think we don’t know what we bought? I’m talking about expectations. And right now, I’m pointing out a missing feature that existed in older versions and in many other pedals: when switching between presets, there is a one- to two-second audio drop. That’s the issue I’m addressing. They also mentioned that a proxy/capture-like feature was planned. It’s been almost two months, and there’s still no sign of it. That’s exactly what I’m criticizing. At the moment, the device is struggling to meet expectations, and I believe an update is urgently needed. Constructive feedback from users is essential for technology to improve. If expectations and missing features aren’t discussed, how can these devices evolve? I’m a user, and I believe my demands are reasonable, achievable, and completely valid to express.

I’m honestly not satisfied with the Line 6 Helix Stadium XL. The biggest issue for me is the 1–2 second audio drop when switching between presets. On the Helix Floor, there was a preset spillover solution where you could achieve seamless transitions by using a single signal path. That worked well. On the Stadium XL, this is completely missing, which is very disappointing—especially for live performance. This unit costs €2350, yet it feels like it’s missing several essential features that already existed on older Helix models. For a flagship product at this price point, this is hard to justify. Additionally, Proxy / Capture features were mentioned or expected, but they are still not available. There has been no clear roadmap or communication, which raises concerns. It honestly feels like development and feature delivery are not being handled very well. I also expected much more innovation, especially considering AI integration. With today’s technology and with Line 6 being under Yamaha, I expected new intelligent features, smarter sound design tools, or at least some forward-thinking additions. So far, none of that has materialized. Another major downside is the very limited modulation effects. The modulation section feels weak and shallow. Being under Yamaha, I expected a much wider sound palette, something closer to Kronos-style depth and versatility, especially in synth-like textures and complex modulations. Overall, for the price, the Helix Stadium XL feels unfinished and underwhelming. I expected evolution—what I got feels more like restriction.