When is a Snapshot not a snapshot?

[mike-w]

It seems a snapshot isn't what I would expect a snapshot to be.  

 

I think of a Snapshot as saving the current parameters of the Helix - or any other device - a Snapshot of things as the currently are to be uniquely saved for this particular state.

 

I have EXP 2 and 3 pedals that control the mixes of Delays and Reverbs.  On one snapshot, I want them really wet, and others, I want them drier - but I'd still like the flexibility of changing the mix with a pedal on the fly.  So on the wet snapshot, I'll dial the pedals up and and save before leaving it.  When I go back to the drier snapshots, they're all wet now.  And yes, the mix parameters on each are properly [bracketed].  

 

After digging and consulting a friend, I discovered that Snapshots are assigned on the Controller page - just like a footswitch or pedal - so not my understanding of what a snapshot is from other contexts.  

 

I'd like to see Snapshots save parameters that are changed by controllers - an actual "snapshot" of the current Helix state  - and any changes brought about by pedal controllers.

 

Any suggestions with the current architecture, or maybe my understanding of it?

[phil_m]

The values of all parameters assigned to any controllers are recalled with snapshots. I imagine what you’re seeing is related to the EXP# Position parameters under Global Settings>EXP Pedals. They need to be set to Per Snapshot in order for the values of the parameters they’re controlling to be recalled when you load a snapshot. Otherwise, the position of the expression pedal will overload the specific setting you have saved with each snapshot.

[codamedia]

I think Phil_m has already nailed it... your problem is likely related to the global setting of the EXP pedal(s).

 

Like you, I also ride my delay levels with an expression pedal. I have tried all three EXP settings.... "preset/snapshot/global" and much prefer global. There is a lot to consider about the pro's/con's of each choice, then pick the option that suits your needs best. Global puts me 100% in control of the delay level.... never any surprises. That won't work for everyone.... but it works for me :) 

[mike-w]

Problem Solved - it was indeed, my misunderstanding.

I don't get into Global settings very often, and wasn't aware of these settings.  I set EXP 2 & 3 to Snapshots, and it's behaving the way I want.  Added bonus, I'm setting EXP 1 on Global - based on codamedia's suggestion.  I usually have it dimed anyway.

 

Thanks to both of you for quick replies, and your help.