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I ordered a Helix Floor from Sweetwater a few weeks ago. I ordered the space gray model that's currently out of stock (because I'm vain and I think it looks cool) instead of the regular black one that they do have in stock. Sweetwater is estimating that it will be in stock in mid August. However, after seeing how long everything with microchips seems to be on backorder everywhere you look these days, should I give up on the gray one and just get the black one? Is Line6 also experiencing supply issues??

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1 hour ago, monnkey2 said:

I ordered a Helix Floor from Sweetwater a few weeks ago. I ordered the space gray model that's currently out of stock (because I'm vain and I think it looks cool) instead of the regular black one that they do have in stock. Sweetwater is estimating that it will be in stock in mid August. However, after seeing how long everything with microchips seems to be on backorder everywhere you look these days, should I give up on the gray one and just get the black one? Is Line6 also experiencing supply issues??


Ho Lee Sheet!
 

What an absolutely ridiculous idea!

 

Are you having a giraffe?

 

I have encountered some daft ideas in my time, but this is an absolute gem. A shortage of microchips, means you can’t get a “space grey” model?. Yeah! Right!
 

Err. Hello, that would be down to a shortage of paint, not circuit boards. Actually, models of limited availability makes them in short supply, obviously by the fact they are “limited” models. 
 

You could buy one and paint the damn thing fluorescent pink, if you wanted to. It”s a metal box, it does not alter the sounds that come out of it.

 

Yep, it’s down to vanity! Pure and simple.

 

Jeezis! Get a grip and just buy the thing, and a rattle can of “space grey” .


I normally finish my posts with “Hope this helps/makes sense”, but in this case there’s no point, you’ve already embarrassed yourself.

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I have a space gray, and the paint on it is crap.  After babying it, i noticed a paint chip already.  By babying, I mean I brought it to a recording session a few times, never even been on the road -- and the paint was already chipped and showing metal.  Get the regular one, and enjoy it.  Space gray is not worth it.... 

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3 hours ago, monnkey2 said:

I ordered a Helix Floor from Sweetwater a few weeks ago. I ordered the space gray model that's currently out of stock (because I'm vain and I think it looks cool) instead of the regular black one that they do have in stock. Sweetwater is estimating that it will be in stock in mid August. However, after seeing how long everything with microchips seems to be on backorder everywhere you look these days, should I give up on the gray one and just get the black one? Is Line6 also experiencing supply issues??

 

I've not heard of from any of the Line 6 folks of any specific issues, but it wouldn't surprise me if they start getting pinched by later delivery dates for the stuff they need. The thing with waiting for something that's projected to come in is that there's a very good chance that the date could slip out further. So, personally, I'd probably go for the one you know you can get now.

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2 hours ago, datacommando said:


Ho Lee Sheet!
 

What an absolutely ridiculous idea!

 

Are you having a giraffe?

 

I have encountered some daft ideas in my time, but this is an absolute gem. A shortage of microchips, means you can’t get a “space grey” model?. Yeah! Right!
 

Err. Hello, that would be down to a shortage of paint, not circuit boards. Actually, models of limited availability makes them in short supply, obviously by the fact they are “limited” models. 
 

You could buy one and paint the damn thing fluorescent pink, if you wanted to. It”s a metal box, it does not alter the sounds that come out of it.

 

Yep, it’s down to vanity! Pure and simple.

 

Jeezis! Get a grip and just buy the thing, and a rattle can of “space grey” .


I normally finish my posts with “Hope this helps/makes sense”, but in this case there’s no point, you’ve already embarrassed yourself.

 

Dude... I didn't think it was a ridiculous question at all... Certainly not one that warranted this cranky of a response.

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7 hours ago, phil_m said:

 

Dude... I didn't think it was a ridiculous question at all... Certainly not one that warranted this cranky of a response.


O.K. Fine, but essentially my point is that the circuit boards and chips are identical inside whatever the colour of the box.
 

I am also aware that during the pandemic there have been some shortages in the availability of various electronic components. Although, I wouldn’t think that is the reason for a distributor like Sweetwater not having a Space Grey model in stock. Surely the fact that they are a “limited issue” is more likely to be the reason for the item having to be on special order, rather than a shortage of processors.

 

Now, I think I should check out with the Porsche dealership to see how long the delivery time will be if I want the paint a different colour to the stock finish options on my new 911. It should be fine unless there is a shortage of engines.

 

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On 7/11/2021 at 7:45 PM, datacommando said:


Ho Lee Sheet!
 

What an absolutely ridiculous idea!

 

Are you having a giraffe?

 

I have encountered some daft ideas in my time, but this is an absolute gem. A shortage of microchips, means you can’t get a “space grey” model?. Yeah! Right!
 

Err. Hello, that would be down to a shortage of paint, not circuit boards. Actually, models of limited availability makes them in short supply, obviously by the fact they are “limited” models. 
 

You could buy one and paint the damn thing fluorescent pink, if you wanted to. It”s a metal box, it does not alter the sounds that come out of it.

 

Yep, it’s down to vanity! Pure and simple.

 

Jeezis! Get a grip and just buy the thing, and a rattle can of “space grey” .


I normally finish my posts with “Hope this helps/makes sense”, but in this case there’s no point, you’ve already embarrassed yourself.

Clearly somebody should be embarrassed.

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That's now pinned in the forums;

 

Impact of Global Materials Shortage

By Line6Tony 
07/14/2021

 

Hey Line 6ers. Just wanted to get you all a quick status update. Worker shortages, COVID-19 outbreaks at manufacturing plants, and the global shortage of chips and other materials has made it much more difficult for not only us, but manufacturers at large, to keep up with demand for some products. These challenges have not only impacted some of our finished products stock, but also our spare parts and certain replacement unit stock This in turn, may affect our repair turnaround times. As these issues subside, we believe we will return to pre-pandemic operational levels.   Your understanding and continued patience is greatly appreciated.

 

Below are links to some articles about this subject:

 

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As I stated previously - I’m aware of the global pandemic creating problems in the manufacturing sector, but before everyone starts to panic about a famine of Helix units, a cursory trawl of U.K. distributors revealed all of these have boxes available for immediate delivery. Some possibly have 8 or 9 Helix Floor models in stock - sadly, they all are the standard issue finish - black!


When I told the Porsche dealer that I wanted a red 911 (because everyone knows the red ones go faster), he just grinned and said I would have to wait. Oh, dear, what a shame.

 

Anyhow, as we are doing lists now - here ya go!

 

https://www.yamahamusiclondon.com/product.php?product_id=GHELIXUK&source=froogle&gclid=CjwKCAjw3MSHBhB3EiwAxcaEu9GkpZYcXl8ZT97P-mgxu5fjtthzAgt8BzgnhFbQQxmUYz6YkGbPFxoC53wQAvD_BwE

 

https://www.andertons.co.uk/guitar-dept/electric-guitar-amps/amp-simulators/line-6-helix-floor-multi-effects-unit

 

https://www.bax-shop.co.uk/multi-effects-pedals/line-6-helix-multi-effects-processor?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=surfaces&gclid=CjwKCAjw3MSHBhB3EiwAxcaEu-RKd650_bOtzR1ZnRpHk_s_GB5GIAw06iAryQdUDA1TmGr52N_5CBoCJkMQAvD_BwE

 

https://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/product/150611287296002--line-6-helix-floor?gclid=CjwKCAjw3MSHBhB3EiwAxcaEux27hJ-YR5Fjy6To3-xrfZRw0p7XR2RRAscCJtcAiZzhVtU-ClMmNxoCJXsQAvD_BwE

 

https://musicstreet.co.uk/collections/multi-effects/products/line-6-helix-guitar-processor

 

https://www.guitar.co.uk/line-6-helix-guitar-multi-effects-pedal?gclid=CjwKCAjw3MSHBhB3EiwAxcaEu1UbLO1fPYKhAWXj1Pi-YKhfjWm6I9W2Jja-4ryNUxXgHNDI553VQxoCIb0QAvD_BwE

 

https://www.gak.co.uk/en/line-6-helix-guitar-processor/118534?gclid=CjwKCAjw3MSHBhB3EiwAxcaEu7Li2iY4y0YeSfTp8qtkfyEzuVyVU0_5u6w5hIPurHrXG60byLAnHhoCfZAQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

 

https://www.peachguitars.com/line-6-helix-floor-tour-grade-guitar-processor.htm?opt=11321&gclid=CjwKCAjw3MSHBhB3EiwAxcaEu2RNijdWq67Bvr1EsoVHRCl9l1-QQ_32SrmswR4L35yNXaUv9bmTqBoC-FIQAvD_BwE

 

https://www.pmtonline.co.uk/line-6-helix-floor-effects-processor-with-free-soft-case?gclid=CjwKCAjw3MSHBhB3EiwAxcaEu9tOV18Rzj6lSAtzQc2Y88_h7ZGGD0HsBkiX-bJdNEy04FPaFL5SdRoC_QoQAvD_BwE

 

https://www.kennysmusic.co.uk/line-6-helix-guitar-processor?source=googleps&gclid=CjwKCAjw3MSHBhB3EiwAxcaEu-Re0RR2XS3cSXYHJNir7hxwcKUIGk4Qf_0gBCcxkCrDE4p4UNRzzxoCBioQAvD_BwE

 

https://www.dv247.com/en_GB/GBP/Line-6-Helix-Floor/art-GIT0035869-000?campaign=GShopping/GB&ProgramUUID=5G_AqJarZwoAAAFl0FZyjI8V&gclid=CjwKCAjw3MSHBhB3EiwAxcaEu8Lc9wb4a6Tp_m2xl7jmaogd1gevBrx6HwKz-Kaf2bwSaAV16-TmThoCmt0QAvD_BwE

 

https://www.thomann.de/gb/line6_helix_guitar_processor.htm

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