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Helix Update and the Variax HD Software


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The upcoming update states: "Variax Workbench HD Support—Variax can now communicate directly with Variax Workbench HD software (Mac/PC) through Helix via USB."

 

What does that mean as far as connectivity? Currently, we Variax users need to plug the guitar into the USB interface and the Helix 1/4" in front in order to use the Workbench and Helix sims. That's what I do in the studio anyway. 

How will this change?

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You won't need the USB interface. The Helix will do what it was doing, plus you won't need a separate 1/4" connection for audio. The Helix's VDI javk will provide power, communication and audio for the Variax.

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A month ago when this update was announced I glossed over this feature with a "meh"

 

Since then I've got a JTV and now eagerly awaiting the HD integration. Will be so nice to be able to just connect the JTV to the Helix with a VDI cable then USB out of my Helix to my Mac and use Workbench and Helix editor at the same time.

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Is this just for the Variax HD, or will it allow editing of the older models? I have a 700

 

Mike

This feature will allow Helix to be used as a Workbench HD interface device. It will not affect Workbench HD itself, which remains incompatible with older Variax models.

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You won't need the USB interface. The Helix will do what it was doing, plus you won't need a separate 1/4" connection for audio. The Helix's VDI javk will provide power, communication and audio for the Variax.

 

Oh My - Heaven - Thank you so much. I cannot wait to turn my non believing studio pals around. I have not used my Variax for about 6 months in anticipation due the cable hassle. 

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