So You Bought An HX Stomp - The Basics - Building Presets, Navigating, Snapshots and What you NEED

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  • Опубліковано 2 лип 2024
  • For my Presets visit: johnnathancordy.gumroad.com/ I know some folks have just bought an HX Stomp, so this video is tackling what I think are the things you need to know about how the HX Stomp works, with help from the very helpful manual!
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    / johnnathancordy get my backing tracks here
    www.buymeacoffee.com/johnnath... - if you like what I do and
    only if you wanted, you could buy me a coffee!
    00:00 Intro
    1:07 Building a Preset
    3:02 How Do I Change Delay from Milliseconds to Subdivisions
    4:34 How do I Assign Switches to Bypass Effects
    5:08 Why am I seeing Greyed Out Effects?
    5:45 How to I change to Snapshot Mode
    6:00 What are Snapshots?
    9:30 What is a Block? What is a Model?
    10:46 Do I Need a Mono or Stereo Block?
    13:00 Should I use Amp+Cab or not?
    13:44 How Do I get to the Tuner in Snapshot Mode?
    14:04 How Do I Turn Up or Down a Preset without affecting the Tone?
    14:33 How Do I Move a Block to Path B?
    16:00 Can I assign more than one effect to a Footswitch?
    17:23 How Do I Change Tap Tempo?
    22:15 What about the "Headroom" Setting?
    22:36 How do I Swap Footswitches?
    22:54 How do I COPY or SWAP Snapshots?
    24:00 How do I RENAME Snapshots?
    24:30 How Do I Change GATE Settings?
    24:38 How DO I Change PAD Settings?
    24:40 About that Impedance Guitar Input

КОМЕНТАРІ • 71

  • @matthewdavis473
    @matthewdavis473 Рік тому +19

    Is it the best modelller out there? No. Is it super easy to dial a great sound with no editor in about 2 minutes? Absolutely is

    • @ramon2008
      @ramon2008 Рік тому +1

      Whats the best modeler out there ?

    • @matthewdavis473
      @matthewdavis473 Рік тому +1

      @@ramon2008 in my opinion the Axe fx stuff is amazing but the price is prohibitive

    • @queeffersthrlnd1620
      @queeffersthrlnd1620 Місяць тому

      Is this still worth getting after the price hike? 700 and 759 for the stomp. Basically 800 with taxes

  • @serpensnovus9869
    @serpensnovus9869 Рік тому +20

    I'll be following this in detail.
    I've had my HX Stomp for 20 months now and I'm still learning new things . . . mostly from John's tutorials :)

  • @ksharpe10
    @ksharpe10 10 місяців тому +1

    Merlin shows us here how to work HIS favorite piece of Kit. The Helix. This is a very important video with all the Magician of Helix instructions for it's use. Thanks JOHN. the Merlin of the Helix realm.

  • @MeesterJoey
    @MeesterJoey Рік тому +5

    Reminders for myself:
    Hold and turn for snapshot parameters
    8:30 gates
    19:45 reflections
    22:20 delay headroom max
    27:45 input instrument

  • @eulsifer
    @eulsifer Рік тому +4

    For old guys like me:
    This is a recording sound, not amp in a room
    You will struggle for endless hours like me if you wanna replace your dual rec or rockerverb
    Listen to your favourite songs, this is the finished product

  • @deanandthebeans857
    @deanandthebeans857 Рік тому +1

    Bought an HX Stomp after watching your videos - blown away by the sounds I’m getting direct to DAW. Thanks!

  • @onefastmini
    @onefastmini Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this and your other tutorials. I just picked Ann HX Stomp second hand, wiped it and updated the software. It is a huge learning curve to figure this thing out and your videos are the most helpful so far.

  • @rafsnchz
    @rafsnchz Рік тому +1

    Thx for this video. I know there are a lot of videos on HX Stomp and manual, but this one is very well structured and informative. Exactly what I was looking for. I sold my Kemper Stage, I mean the thing sound amazing I had no complains there, but it's just huge and heavy, as funny as it sounds that's why I decided to sell my Kemp, I will miss it, but I also can't wait for my HX Stomp. I just love that it's so small and there is everything that I need.

  • @picksalot1
    @picksalot1 Рік тому +13

    Absolutely amazing tutorial! 👍 The HX Stomp is an extremely powerful Modeler, so a video walk-through its many features is a must. I've had an HX Stomp for over 1.5 years. My advice is listen to John, and pay special attention to the "order" that he does things. It is very well thought out, and will help any User get the best results with the least amount of effort.
    I made the mistake of starting off using "HX Edit" to dial in Presets. Follow John's advice to use the Unit itself, as that turns out to feel more "natural/organic," and easier, similar to using an Effects Pedal, though much more powerful and customizable. And one other thing, the Cab Block is very powerful in affecting the overall tone of Presets. Pay special attention to which Mic you choose, and the High and Low Cut settings. These are my "go to" settings when I need to make "big" changes to the overall tone.

  • @ragnadrabinowitz7629
    @ragnadrabinowitz7629 Рік тому +1

    i needed this video. i boot up my HX stomp so infrequently i forget how to use it. saved this video to my folder for future reference.

  • @jdtorian
    @jdtorian Рік тому +1

    The video I've been waiting for. Thank you.

  • @AwayWithWordsMusic
    @AwayWithWordsMusic 6 місяців тому +1

    WOW! Thanks so much for this video. I just got the XL and haven't had time to dive into the manual. Being an old fart, intuition on tech comes a bit slower for me but I'll get it! I guessing this will really assist me getting this thing to work for me. Thanks again!

  • @Nobox-eg7qu
    @Nobox-eg7qu Рік тому +1

    I’m constantly forgetting how to use this thing, this video is very helpful thanks!

  • @CovertOpsXX
    @CovertOpsXX Рік тому

    Thank you! Exactly what I needed for upcoming gig

  • @jasonweidner3274
    @jasonweidner3274 Рік тому +1

    Stop spying on me Cordy. I just picked one up this week- largely based on your demos - mainly for time based FX in the loop of Fillmore 25 but also for peace of mind if something breaks on a gig and I have to go direct. I was shopping for a super-delay and based on the strength of your demos I realized the Stomp could get me within a couple % of an Empress, Timeline, Timefactor or Nemesis with the added benefit of everything else HX does, plus having a backup at gigs, all for like $200 more than a delay pedal. Seems like solid math for me.

  • @tmuellerbodenheim
    @tmuellerbodenheim Рік тому

    Very helpful, Mr. Cordy 👍

  • @deadtothewxrld
    @deadtothewxrld Рік тому +4

    I'm literally about to swap my Iridium and delay pedal for a Stomp, very timely and helpful video. Thanks!

  • @BigSh00tsie
    @BigSh00tsie Рік тому +1

    Yes I did, and I needed this video haha.

  • @lawboss
    @lawboss Рік тому

    Thanks, John!

  • @user-dy4oy1sn9l
    @user-dy4oy1sn9l Рік тому

    It's better than official owners manual👍

  • @chrisfit
    @chrisfit Рік тому +1

    Think the HX Stomp might be the best piece of gear to come out in the recent past.

  • @ensignbarabus
    @ensignbarabus Рік тому

    Would love a similar video for the Helix Floor. Thanks!

  • @aaronraj9991
    @aaronraj9991 Рік тому

    Awesome. Had a quick question on how to assign my Mission SP-1 pedal for master volume for all presets ? Got the toe switch for individual stomp box.

  • @Margilio5150
    @Margilio5150 Рік тому +2

    16:17 oh I think I got a new mail while watching UA-cam…

  • @moments_with_IH
    @moments_with_IH Рік тому

    Nice video! Where did you get the White Hx stomp ? looking for one too

  • @BipityBopity93
    @BipityBopity93 Рік тому +1

    Your posting consistency is pretty impressive. You have videos backlogged? Lol

  • @FidelityBassist
    @FidelityBassist Рік тому

    The now legacy HX cabs were recorded with the mics pointed at the dust cap edge

  • @stephanstrandheim3117
    @stephanstrandheim3117 5 місяців тому

    Love the vid, but what scales Are you playing? Sounds amazing :)

  • @jaltsch1
    @jaltsch1 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for this, so helpful! Curious, when going into your interface why bother with the stomp rather than just using hx native? Wouldn’t that be easier and more flexible in that you can continue to tweak tones once recorded?

    • @Quimmoo
      @Quimmoo 7 місяців тому +1

      Depends on a workflow. I love to record effects baked into the audio, so I don't have an option to tweak anything later. It makes me think more about what I'm doing and makes me more intentional with my decisions. And when my parts are recorded it saves me from overthinking and endless micro tweaking. I'm trying "less is more" approach to mixing, while trying to understand my gear better.

  • @Frostspire
    @Frostspire Рік тому

    What Output Level should one use when goin directly from HX Stomp to audio interface?

  • @skullstjohn
    @skullstjohn Рік тому

    John, I've created 15 presets and have been controlling them with a midi controller but I'm ditching the controller and want to use foot switch 1 as down preset and foot switch 2 as up preset and foot switch 3 as tuner. Can you help?

  • @jmcbade2960
    @jmcbade2960 Місяць тому

    HX Stomp with a additional midi switch such as a Jet Micro or, the HX Stomp XL?

  • @alexanderlawson8480
    @alexanderlawson8480 Рік тому

    What are you running your stomp through? I’m having trouble with volume - even with the volume at max and the monitors all the way up it’s not very loud - I see your master volume here isn’t even halfway up. I have the output set to line, so that’s not the issue. Are you running into an interface?

  • @kengagnon6192
    @kengagnon6192 6 місяців тому

    Hi does the hx have Allan Holdsworth presets , or do you have to build the presets thanks for response.

  • @frederickbaggett936
    @frederickbaggett936 Рік тому

    Hey John, I’m curious what cabinet or studio monitors do you use with the Helix? Are you running it in an FX return of an amp?

    • @johnnathancordy
      @johnnathancordy  Рік тому

      Almost always in these videos, you hear it running direct into DAW, in my studio (bedroom) I have JBL LSR305s

  • @marcelchaloupka
    @marcelchaloupka 2 місяці тому

    All these videos are missing key piece of information, how do you actually create an empty preset. Do you create an empty/new preset somehow or do you delete/clear and existing preset and use that as the base for building a new preset?

  • @erikthorvaldsson9136
    @erikthorvaldsson9136 Рік тому

    Hx stomp or fm3? I have the money for either but I want one that has it all and doesn't sound like its being played in a tin can. What else would I need? I want to just be able to play in my house and live through vrchat

  • @hillcresthc
    @hillcresthc Рік тому +2

    I do feel a bit overwhelmed by the many options you have on this thin. I have my heavy tone and my clean tone. everything else is just too much for me xD

  • @seenochasm7101
    @seenochasm7101 Рік тому

    Great video - thumbnail didn’t do it Justice

  • @TheJamison76
    @TheJamison76 Рік тому

    Do you have any tips for using fx loop with gfi Skylar? My signal keeps going back to mono when I turn on stereo fx loop.

    • @MatthewSpringer
      @MatthewSpringer Рік тому

      Make sure your return block is also stereo and make sure your cable works. The effects loop is definitely capable of stereo, I run my H9 in my loop.

  • @myguitarist711
    @myguitarist711 Рік тому

    ok, john.. I will add your name to my guitar heroes list..

  • @dash4786
    @dash4786 Рік тому

    So how are you personally hearing this in the room? Is this pedal plugged into your Mesa boogie? Or are you hearing it through monitors? And if so what kind of monitors are you using and software

    • @johnnathancordy
      @johnnathancordy  Рік тому

      You're hearing it direct, I hear it through JBL LSR 305

  • @davman115
    @davman115 Рік тому

    Thanks for this. I'm still Stomp illiterate.

  • @Chris_Nouvelli
    @Chris_Nouvelli Рік тому

    What are people running their HX Stomp into? I’ve already got a 50w Katana (which only has power amp in unlike the 100w version) but thinking of using my Mackie CR3 monitors instead and then through a 4x12 cab for band practice. Would that work?

    • @neekomax75
      @neekomax75 Рік тому +1

      You would need a power amp of some sort in order to run the HX Stomp with a 4x12 cab. For example, if you have a head laying around that has an effects loop, go straight into the return of the amp's loop and that can power the cab.

    • @Chris_Nouvelli
      @Chris_Nouvelli Рік тому +1

      @@neekomax75 That’s really useful! Many thanks, Nico!

  • @nevinmarknarciso
    @nevinmarknarciso Рік тому

    does deleting all of the stock presets of the HX stomp, will give you more DSP space?

    • @MeesterJoey
      @MeesterJoey Рік тому

      No, there's a max DSP per preset.

  • @wellnesswisdom-vi2sb
    @wellnesswisdom-vi2sb 6 місяців тому

    Subbed...Can I copy a specific snapshot to s DIFFERENT Preset???? Thanks.

    • @wellnesswisdom-vi2sb
      @wellnesswisdom-vi2sb 5 місяців тому

      After further study I have learned you CANNOT copy a snapshot to another Preset. You can export and import presets to other presets....the end.

  • @marceli155
    @marceli155 Рік тому

    what is the snap shots ?

  • @paulblanton1793
    @paulblanton1793 4 місяці тому

    Just got my hx stomp xl and 1st time dipping my toes into modeling stuff. I have SO many questions. 😂 I normally play through a 50W EVH w/ 4x12. I’m impressed with hx so far! I plug it into my amp head and cabinet with 4 wire method. Could anyone tell me if this is correct? And also should I be bypassing cabs since I’m playing through the 4 x 12? You’re talking to someone who knows nothing about this stuff😂 Been trying to find a video that goes into detail about everything. Any help would be appreciated. 👌🏼

  • @marceli155
    @marceli155 Рік тому

    what is stupor od ???????????????????????????????

    • @neekomax75
      @neekomax75 Рік тому

      Boss SD1 Super Overdrive model

  • @robertritchie2860
    @robertritchie2860 Рік тому

    Is the start not something like: you need some monitors, headphones work well too, alternativy a clean power amp connected to a speaker cab etc. ... Not having one: before I invest it would be good to know what kit you need... Fiddling with the unit itself is okay. Whats the signal chain etc. Atm I have valve amps... Okay you need a cable, some speakers if its an amp head...
    How are you listening to what you play. Sounds like pretty banal question I know...

    • @PondoSinatra680
      @PondoSinatra680 Рік тому

      Use it like you would a guitar pedal.

    • @robertritchie2860
      @robertritchie2860 Рік тому

      One of the reasons to use the HX Stomp is to be able to play at lower volumes? You get access to all of the wonderful modelling, which is superbly demonstrated here. I dont want it in front of an amp... I have good amps and pedals already, which arguably sound better. My wet-dry rig is a pain to start-up and for 15 mins playing time is over the top. A flexible plug and play alternative would be welcome. So i guess you need a smallish clean power amp and some speakers to take advantage of the cab simulations etc. Playing through headphones is a pain.
      A power amp with monitors would allow for in theory great tones at lower volumes... Thats the use case.
      Using it to record and for looping etc. are given knowns.

  • @cosmicoctopusband3092
    @cosmicoctopusband3092 Рік тому

    If you could just get to the demo without a 37 minute noodle that would be great.

    • @neekomax75
      @neekomax75 Рік тому +3

      lol, bro he played for like 2 minutes.

  • @winstonsmith8240
    @winstonsmith8240 5 місяців тому

    It's not rocket science...🤔

  • @gibfen1235
    @gibfen1235 11 місяців тому

    You fingers are moving TTTTTTTTTOOOOOOOOO much! Cannot tell WHAT button you are pressing. To bad I had high hopes.