ryansalmond Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Also- if I want to send a signal to one output before the end of the signal chain, ie. carry on and go through other things before getting sent out another output, what then? For example, sending a dry signal out a dedicated output for monitors before going through a bunch of effects. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital_Igloo Posted September 4, 2015 Author Share Posted September 4, 2015 I'm curious about output mapping as it relates to the 4 stereo signal paths. If I assign one signal to go out two different outputs, does that count as taking up two signal paths? Or are outputs separate from the signal path count. Each of the four paths can have only one output, but the Multi output selection includes XLR, 1/4", Digital, and USB 1/2. Also- if I want to send a signal to one output before the end of the signal chain, ie. carry on and go through other things before getting sent out another output, what then? For example, sending a dry signal out a dedicated output for monitors before going through a bunch of effects. Sure. Either place an effects send at that point or create a split and route the new path's Output block to a different destination. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymwest Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 It's possible to turn effects on and off with a MIDI controller, but switching Variax models and tunings would require bringing up a new patch on the Helix. There's no MIDI CC associated with those. If you're using the Helix floorboard, having a separate foot controller seems very redundant to me. It's very easy to go from preset mode to stomp mode. You just hit the "Mode" footswitch. So I don't think having another controller is going to give you anything all the useful in terms of added control. I'll be using it in a live performance, there's no time for additional pedal presses like mode change or bank change that's the whole purpose of patches. think about it If I'm in stomp mode and and I'm coming out of a lead and I need a clean rhythm sound I would need to press mode then patch. For my use I can get by with 8 available patches from the helix board if I can switch on/off a few effects with the midi F/C. can't do that with my HD500. If I could also add a few patches to the F/C that could contain my Variax changes but the problem is it would the bank to go where the patch is and that would change all the foot switch settings on the Helix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevekc Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 It remains to be seen what the Helix Patch to Patch switching time will be with the shipping firmware -no confirmation yet what that will be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncann Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 (edited) Is there anything a Helix user has to be aware of or know before loading impulse responses? I've noticed a lot of IRs are longer than 2048 samples. Does Helix automatically truncate them if they're too long, or must they be specific before loading them to Helix? And if they are truncated, and you have an IR that's 60ms at 48KHz (2880 samples), will the IR sound significantly different than the original? Edit: Well I can answer some of my question. I tried one of the free Ownhammer IRs that's 500ms at 48KHz and trimmed it using ReaVerb. The change is not significant. Below ~15ms is when I start to notice a drop of low end. Edited September 6, 2015 by duncann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayson2 Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Not right away, unfortunately. Helix 1.00 officially supports JTV and Variax Standard only. Will Helix power the older Variax's via the VDI cable until full support is added? Cheers, jayson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubytopaz Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 I have two L2ts waiting for my pre-ordered Helix to arrive. What would be the best setting on the L2t for Helix, when using the L6 Link? I couldn't find a setting that I really liked with the HD500x. when using the electric guitar setting, the HD500x guitar models and reverbs sounded OK, but strident and my guitar synths, hooked up to the mixer section, sounded weird. In reference mode (which is the happy medium that I settled on) my guitar synths and the HD500x reverbs sounded good, but the HD500x models sounded "wooofy". I'm betting that the Helix sounds WAY better, but what are you guys setting the L2t to? I want the reverbs, guitar synths AND the modeling to all sound equally good...full clear, articulate and punchy. I'll have the Helix hooked up via L6 Link and the guitar synths will input into the mixer section. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarrellM5 Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Will Helix power the older Variax's via the VDI cable until full support is added? Cheers, jayson Shouldn't be any problem providing power to the older Variax guitars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
byronnemeth Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Hello Line 6 Friends! Looking to get the Helix floor unit. I'm working as a single guitarist in a 4 piece band doing Thin Lizzy's (Boy's Are Back In Town) and I would like to know if the Helix intelligent pitch shifting is able to correctly play the harmonies as shift in real time as they appear on the original song? Looking to do a program user scale to program all 12 notes for the intervals that you see in this video (as a reference): Please let me know. Cheers :) Byron Nemeth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyLeee Posted September 7, 2015 Share Posted September 7, 2015 I have one question: Has the Helix a boost-Switch, similar to the boost-Switch from the g-System? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital_Igloo Posted September 7, 2015 Author Share Posted September 7, 2015 I have one question: Has the Helix a boost-Switch, similar to the boost-Switch from the g-System? You can assign a Gain block to a switch for an ultra-transparent boost, or even better, assign up to 8 parameters to a single switch (Amp mid gain, master volume, etc.) and then label it TommyLeee'sBoost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncann Posted September 7, 2015 Share Posted September 7, 2015 How does Helix handle loading IRs that are longer than 2048 samples? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital_Igloo Posted September 7, 2015 Author Share Posted September 7, 2015 How does Helix handle loading IRs that are longer than 2048 samples? The Helix application truncates or lengthens all IRs to 2048 samples. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarleyUK Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 Is there any news about the accuracy of the Helix's tuner? I have a TC Polytune Noir which is accurate to 0.5 cent - what's the Helix's accuracy...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaviMarssiano Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 Hello , this product looks great! I wonder if it is possible to send different cc from the same preset , my amplifier has multiple midi functionsIt would be possible for example to activate channels on the amplier without changing presets?Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRealZap Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 Yes, possible and easy. Hello , this product looks great! I wonder if it is possible to send different cc from the same preset , my amplifier has multiple midi functionsIt would be possible for example to activate channels on the amplier without changing presets?Thank you! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarleyUK Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 One other question - will you need TRS or TS cables when using the 4 cable method...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaviMarssiano Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 Yes, possible and easy. NICE! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaviMarssiano Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 please , another question , there are fully programmable pitch arpeggiator for future updates ? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rainesricky5 Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 please , another question , there are fully programmable pitch arpeggiator for future updates ? Thanks! That'd be cool! Put it on idea scale! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdmfdude Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 What comes in the box? Will it have a carrying case? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRealZap Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 believe it will come with power cable, usb cable, thumb drive with manual. and no case included. What comes in the box? Will it have a carrying case? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hudsoncoutosilva Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Could anyone clarify the difference between AMP+CAB and AMP, or between AMP and PREAMP? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital_Igloo Posted September 10, 2015 Author Share Posted September 10, 2015 Could anyone clarify the difference between AMP+CAB and AMP, or between AMP and PREAMP? Thanks Amp+Cab = Preamp, power amp and (matching) cab models Amp = Preamp and power amp models Preamp = Preamp model only There's no separate power amp category. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdmfdude Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 believe it will come with power cable, usb cable, thumb drive with manual. and no case included. Do you know if Line 6 will offer a carrying case for separate purchase? Im researching what case it might fit in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarrellM5 Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Do you know if Line 6 will offer a carrying case for separate purchase? Im researching what case it might fit in. They're working on a really nice backpack style carrying case. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdmfdude Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 They're working on a really nice backpack style carrying case. Excellent! Thanks for the info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mileskb Posted September 11, 2015 Share Posted September 11, 2015 Compression and EQ I'll get straight to it. I'm planning on replacing my Rockman Gear with the Helix, but I need to know the Compression/Sustain and EQ will be flexible enough to re-create those sounds. Actually Sustain is the key, not distortion., Frankly I'm surprised someone doesn't model the Rockman stuff as it was used on just about every rock recording from everyone important for nearly 15 years.. but I digress. I am really looking forward to this unit if it can recreate those classic effects. I've been playing through full range cabs since I got my 1st XPR back in the day. I've had my eyes and ears on Line6 for a long time hoping you'd get to a unit like this eventually. So thanks for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarleyUK Posted September 11, 2015 Share Posted September 11, 2015 They're working on a really nice backpack style carrying case. Swann Flight are creating a custom flightcase for it as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarleyUK Posted September 11, 2015 Share Posted September 11, 2015 Can anyone chime in on the tuner accuracy please, and also if we need TRS cables for 4CM? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgtr890 Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 Easy mate, I didn't realize you had the golden ear curse. Helpful for everyone to know, as the next answers will feel less like punishment to you with that context provided. I was just trying to pre-answer your question "are you sure you know what latency sounds like?" by saying I do based on monitoring various parts of the signal path when recording. I have Never experienced latency with this unit (pod HD500) using the unit alone. But I have experienced it when recording which is a different animal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkey_Man Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 If I may, mate: No, you have experienced latency "using the unit alone", but you haven't perceived it. As I've said a number of times already, those, such as your esteemed self, who aren't affected by latencies such as those imparted by the HD, don't know how good you have it / lucky you are! Enjoy, mate, and may the scourge of throughput latency never bang of your door in the middle of the night! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeandTanja Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 I don't think I've seen this asked in here, but are the 1/4" output jacks (next to the XLR output jacks) TRS (balanced) or TS (unbalanced) outputs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil_m Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 I don't think I've seen this asked in here, but are the 1/4" output jacks (next to the XLR output jacks) TRS (balanced) or TS (unbalanced) outputs? Unbalanced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryansalmond Posted September 15, 2015 Share Posted September 15, 2015 When accessed as independent fx blocks, do the preamps have a sag control? I'm curious because in the full amp blocks this control seems to be in a group that could be called 'power amp controls,' but then again there are tubes being modelled in these preamps and tubes do sag. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital_Igloo Posted September 15, 2015 Author Share Posted September 15, 2015 When accessed as independent fx blocks, do the preamps have a sag control? Yes—Tonestack knobs, Sag, and Hum. Each tube sags independently, just like the real amps. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarleyUK Posted September 16, 2015 Share Posted September 16, 2015 Can anyone chime in on the tuner accuracy please, and also if we using TRS cables for 4CM will affect the tone (even if passed via a hum eliminator that translates TRS to TS)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiFromBRC Posted September 16, 2015 Share Posted September 16, 2015 I've read through this topic based on the keyword, 'spillover', because that is very important to me. However the semantics are confusing. On my HD500 I can turn off the delay and/or reverb within the current preset and it trails off very nicely. The only reason I'm considering the Helix is that I max out the DSP when I'm chasing a particular tone. I'm also very attracted to the idea of extended expression pedals so I can increase/decrease depth of reverb, and/or depth and speed of delay, flange, or chorus on the fly. So my question is simple: Will we be able to preserve effect spill-over within the existing preset as we turn on and off effects within the preset? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital_Igloo Posted September 16, 2015 Author Share Posted September 16, 2015 Will we be able to preserve effect spill-over within the existing preset as we turn on and off effects within the preset? Yes. There are even templates to create two presets within one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mobomofo Posted September 16, 2015 Share Posted September 16, 2015 Good day...Will the Helix be able to MIDI slave sync the modulation effects and also the BPM of the onboard looper? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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