BoogieV Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 Hi all, I had the opportunity to try out a Helix LT in 4cm with my amp today and am very impressed with it. Unfortunately a noticeable (but expected) ground hum was present, especially on higher gain settings. This became more apparent when I used the 1/4" ext amp for amp channel control. Before I pull the trigger on the Helix I want to know that I can minimise this noise at least to a manageable level. Will using a midi controlled switcher as opposed to the ext amp output eliminate some of noise? Or am I better off with a hum destroyer (ebtech/radial etc)? Any advice is greatly appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoogieV Posted June 21, 2018 Author Share Posted June 21, 2018 Quick update; I am leaning towards a MIDI amp switcher as this will give me full switching capabilities for my amp. Can I expect this to reduce noise when compared to using the ext. amp jack on the helix? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbuhajla Posted June 21, 2018 Share Posted June 21, 2018 Going midi to your amp and not the 1/4" external connection will eliminate any ground loop noise on that circuit. You'll probably be much happier going that route. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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