I love watching Paul play. If I didn’t already own an HX Effects I’d head out and buy one after this. After years of being a pedal purist I rather like the HX. Just so many effects and a lot of fun.
Cool how the 4-Cable method on the Line 6 HX dirt effects can run the dirt pedals to the front of the amp while the mod effects like reverb, delay, chorus & etc; be ran in the effects loop at the same time
I think that all the proud owners of the line 6 Variax guitar are wondering why we have been rewarded by once again the lack of the proprietary vdi input. Thank you ,I think once again all Variax guitar owners feel good about excluded from the ability to access the functionality of the Variax like with the higher priced line 6 gear . Thank you very much
Hello everyone, my HX Effects does not work with my Engl Sreammer 50. The TRS jack puts some extra voltage on the amplifier, the lead led always has a dim light even when the channel is off. The polarity of one button is right and the other is inverted. Changing from EXP to Amp in the preferences also does not solve the problem, however, using EXP we can change the polarity (strange).There is also an increase in the gain of the amplifier. Using a Boss FS-6 pedal works fine. Also with Behringer FCB1010. I reported the problem to Line6 who replied: "Hi, HX Effects ability to control external amp channel and/or reverb switching has been tested with many popular amps and heads. Unfortunately this does not guarantee compatibility with all products. Note that, depending on the circuitry of the channel switching jack in the guitar amp used, the EXT Amp function may not operate as expected. Best regards, Technical Support Line 6 Support Europe" This is a copy/paste from the manual. Therefore, you buy the equipment and if you are lucky it works with your amplifier.
Can I plug in other stompboxes (like my drive pedals) and use the I/O’s on the back as a bypass looper to turn those other effects on and off with a single button press rather than having to tap dance?
Nick Miller absolutely! There are two effects loops on HX Effects. You can even turn multiple things on/off with one footswitch (up to 8 in one switch).
on the website it says I/R Support. I'm not familiar with Impulse responses but from what I understand that these are cabinet sims? if so can I run this staright to my DAW or PA and have a good cabinet sound? If so then I think I will buy this because my band is starting to record and when we play live I wanted to go straight to the board. I was thinking of getting the suhr ace or the Fridman Mic n mo but at the same time I needed a small pedal board but these seems to have it all.
dealing with technical issues with my hx effects and hx stomp has made me loose confidence in Line 6 products in general. i'm about 8 hours deep this week in trouble shooting, watching videos, reading forums and trying every cable in the house to make this thing update. next I'm going to the store to buy $30 worth of cables to see if anything helps, I might have to bring a laptop to test cables in the store. I mean really, the supplied cable isn't up to the task or maybe its some other mystery problem that will go away if the wind changes or a random computer glitch makes it do the basics. withup dating might not even fix the original issue that I am updating for. really.
I owned a Helix Floor. Sounded great but massive footprint and far too many components that could go wrong. Also it's only when I owned it I started to really feel that amp and cab modeling to anything but a speaker was weird. By that I mean I run a blues deluxe amp, having a preset with an AC30 run to that was, well counter productive. So happy when I saw this released. Sold footboard model and bought HX effects. It's utterly amazing
@frankjames2547 It's really not that difficult, had mine 5 days and can build presets pretty quickly. The inputs and outputs aren't a problem, and you don't have to use anything you don't need for your sound.
Is this the new best thing or something that'll be forgotten in a few years? I mean it does sound very digital even though it's played through a tube amp.
I thought the whole point of the Variax was to be able to switch tunings/guitar models on the fly, why did he put down one Variax just to grab another one?
That giant heavy power adapter has the wrong angle and does totally NOT sit nicely on my pedalboard. Nor is it easy to replace with it's 3 ampere and 2.5mm plug. And that's by far not the only problem this overprized little toy has.
I love watching Paul play. If I didn’t already own an HX Effects I’d head out and buy one after this.
After years of being a pedal purist I rather like the HX. Just so many effects and a lot of fun.
what a time to be alive.
FANTASTIC, especially the 1st composition, great stuff all round, may get this unit
Love my HX. Such a great little box.
Is it a big improvement on the M9? I can't hear much difference in this demo
I can't afford any more gear, so I'm just here to hear Paul play :)
Me too!
Cool how the 4-Cable method on the Line 6 HX dirt effects can run the dirt pedals to the front of the amp while the mod effects like reverb, delay, chorus & etc; be ran in the effects loop at the same time
All You Need Weddings AllYouNeedWeddings they have had modelers with that capability for over a decade.
I am the lucky owner of this effect. You should get the Nobel prize
Love this guy's playing!
The HX replaced my huge ES-8 analog board. It’s a great tool to use in the studio.
Right on, buying this today and selling my boss es 8, I will still keep a few of my favorite pedals though
He always sound so good. Excellent demo.
*immediately adds Univibe to current Helix preset*👌😎🎸
Nice demo! I will have my own HX soon!
Man the univibe sounds great, need to try out making a hendrix patch on my LT to sound like that!
I think that all the proud owners of the line 6 Variax guitar are wondering why we have been rewarded by once again the lack of the proprietary vdi input. Thank you ,I think once again all Variax guitar owners feel good about excluded from the ability to access the functionality of the Variax like with the higher priced line 6 gear . Thank you very much
Superb !! Awesome playing as always Paul.
6:43 holy shit
It s amazing. This is already the prove Line 6 is better and better and the tones are amazingly Highest top of the range .
Hello everyone, my HX Effects does not work with my Engl Sreammer 50. The TRS jack puts some extra voltage on the amplifier, the lead led always has a dim light even when the channel is off. The polarity of one button is right and the other is inverted. Changing from EXP to Amp in the preferences also does not solve the problem, however, using EXP we can change the polarity (strange).There is also an increase in the gain of the amplifier. Using a Boss FS-6 pedal works fine. Also with Behringer FCB1010. I reported the problem to Line6 who replied: "Hi, HX Effects ability to control external amp channel and/or reverb switching has been tested with many popular amps and heads. Unfortunately this does not guarantee compatibility with all products. Note that, depending on the circuitry of the channel switching jack in the guitar amp used, the EXT Amp function may not operate as expected. Best regards, Technical Support Line 6 Support Europe" This is a copy/paste from the manual. Therefore, you buy the equipment and if you are lucky it works with your amplifier.
Can I plug in other stompboxes (like my drive pedals) and use the I/O’s on the back as a bypass looper to turn those other effects on and off with a single button press rather than having to tap dance?
Nick Miller absolutely! There are two effects loops on HX Effects. You can even turn multiple things on/off with one footswitch (up to 8 in one switch).
yes
Put out some high gain pickups in workbench for my Shuriken Guitar! Please!!!
I only miss a amp to work with helix family (just like the DT series with POD). For me it would be amazing
on the website it says I/R Support. I'm not familiar with Impulse responses but from what I understand that these are cabinet sims? if so can I run this staright to my DAW or PA and have a good cabinet sound? If so then I think I will buy this because my band is starting to record and when we play live I wanted to go straight to the board. I was thinking of getting the suhr ace or the Fridman Mic n mo but at the same time I needed a small pedal board but these seems to have it all.
The Helix LT would be better, you need some form of amp before going straight in.
how about Line 6 Delay and Reverd Hx Only?,,,,,No Mod.No Comp.No Driveor Dist.or etc.,,,,
dealing with technical issues with my hx effects and hx stomp has made me loose confidence in Line 6 products in general. i'm about 8 hours deep this week in trouble shooting, watching videos, reading forums and trying every cable in the house to make this thing update. next I'm going to the store to buy $30 worth of cables to see if anything helps, I might have to bring a laptop to test cables in the store. I mean really, the supplied cable isn't up to the task or maybe its some other mystery problem that will go away if the wind changes or a random computer glitch makes it do the basics. withup dating might not even fix the original issue that I am updating for. really.
Cool review as always .. Can you switch between presets/snapshots using a midi controller ?
I owned a Helix Floor. Sounded great but massive footprint and far too many components that could go wrong. Also it's only when I owned it I started to really feel that amp and cab modeling to anything but a speaker was weird. By that I mean I run a blues deluxe amp, having a preset with an AC30 run to that was, well counter productive. So happy when I saw this released. Sold footboard model and bought HX effects. It's utterly amazing
Have you checked out the new Powercab? Who knows, you might end up switching back to full Helix. ;-) th-cam.com/video/dKE_rOxoIIQ/w-d-xo.html
Does the HX have Analog Dry Through or does it convert AD/DA
The Andertons video states that it is true bypass.
Both. You can choose either true analog bypass or DSP bypass.
LINE 6: Please make the Line 6 Helix flagship with Bluetooth to interact with iPad just like the FIREHAWK FX or better. Thanks!
Appreciate you guys!
too complex all those plugins on back of unit??????????who has the time to figure this out
@frankjames2547 It's really not that difficult, had mine 5 days and can build presets pretty quickly. The inputs and outputs aren't a problem, and you don't have to use anything you don't need for your sound.
Is this the new best thing or something that'll be forgotten in a few years? I mean it does sound very digital even though it's played through a tube amp.
Why do we need so many effects! I’ve got too many now hahahahaha more the merrier I say
Make a rack version for gods sake!
I thought the whole point of the Variax was to be able to switch tunings/guitar models on the fly, why did he put down one Variax just to grab another one?
wondering the same thing
because it was red and sparkly? :)
Not sure they work with this board
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That Variax is beautiful.
That last loop brought back echoes of "Joe's Garage".
I reckon if I sell my car for £600, the Mrs I might get £100 and the dog maybe £200 I could just afford the Helix LT..
That giant heavy power adapter has the wrong angle and does totally NOT sit nicely on my pedalboard. Nor is it easy to replace with it's 3 ampere and 2.5mm plug. And that's by far not the only problem this overprized little toy has.
What are the other issues if you don't mind me asking ?
m5 HELIX PLEASE
Can you please demo the Axe-Fx III?
Zolier he can't do that coz he is an exclusive line 6 products demonstrator
Lol
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Boot failure (reboot) Boot failure (reboot) Boot failure (reboot)......
Love my Kemper.