I upgraded my Helix with the ToneX and now it's amazingly versatile! The Helix is a great hub with 4 stereo send/returns, a whole bunch of other I/O, phantom power for mics, a fantastic PC app, lots of footswitches, a great pedal and the effects and versatility are top notch! When they upgraded all the cabs a few upgrades ago it was a game changer! It has a lot of great drive pedals on it too.
Basically every modeller today can sound great, tone wise there isn't much between them and at a gig (or a recording for that matter) nobody could tell the difference. So all down to budget and form factor/interface really I would say. But nice video Paul... enjoyed it!
Helix is wonderful and a better product now than when it was first released. Line 6 product support and development is second to none. I love my Helix. And yes I use tube amps too. I love having both.
Finally!!!! Glad to see this video Paul.....there are quite a few newer dumble type amps now...the Grammatico is very dynamic and responsive. In 2024 , I have had all the modelers and still today nothing compares or even comes close to Helix or Fractal . They are the two kings . Just HX is much easier for the masses to acquire. I will say for that feel under the fingers tricks I use just a smidge of chorus on every drive tone. Have a blessed day Paul 😎👊🏻💯
hey Paul on your site for that helix preset it says quad cortex pack. sort of confusing. I went ahead and got it. thanks for doing some helix stuff. you were much more positive than I expected
I bough an Helix LT many years ago and It sound good and right allways. I dont Need any other from a modeller and I think only fractal have more that justify the upgrade. I also bought a tonex pedal recently for use It on the desk or in mini board with my old single pedals and unexpected FX add in last firmware release make It Powerfull device in small space.
In your hands all units sounds good. I must admit though that I like the sound of the GX100 or GX10 way more. They sound more natural like a real amp. I’m not biased since I don’t have any of them❤
As a helix owner I’m not so much interested in preset as I am your favorite setting for effects. That is where I really struggle. It’s option paralysis. Thanks
I just had TMP a second time for a week.....pro....a few fender amps are spot on. Hendrix tones and SRV tones easily achieved.... anything with any serious gain is a big fat digital sounding mess I can make better on a boss GT 1 lol 🤣....I wish it wasn't the case because I do love the TMP and design. It needs Soo many more parameters, EQ , decent delays, auto filter pedals don't exist on it etc.....i do believe they will get there though the update it often and that's a good 👍🏻 sign
Did you update your Helix to the latest firmware ? The Helix is a different beast than what it was back in 2015 especially the cabs. I think it is up there with any of the other units if you know what you’re doing with it, forget about factory presets they are for beginners finding your own sound is where it’s at.
I've used the Helix since day one. Feel something new must be rolling out soon, but still loving the OG, especially for the effects, but never been a fan of the cabs section. I use a tone X in a loop more often.
I sold all my amps few years back to go digital, now I’ve sold off all my modelers and only do plugins 😂 One of these days I’m gonna grab a new 1x12” combo amp, and maybe when we see Helix part deux “the double Helix 🧬 “
Helix no. You know what sounds great? My amps. I was using the quad last night it’s the best feeling and UI but I always go back to my amps. The quad is better imo than the helix and Kemper.
I’ve played through the Helix a number of times. I can never get what I’m looking for. Almost digital or fake sound to me. My Quad Cortex was almost instant love. Having said that, I have friends who get a good sound from the Helix.
I upgraded my Helix with the ToneX and now it's amazingly versatile! The Helix is a great hub with 4 stereo send/returns, a whole bunch of other I/O, phantom power for mics, a fantastic PC app, lots of footswitches, a great pedal and the effects and versatility are top notch! When they upgraded all the cabs a few upgrades ago it was a game changer! It has a lot of great drive pedals on it too.
Thanks for this elegant and beautiful sounding demo, Paul .
My pleasure!
Tonex + Helix = An amazing rig. Thanks Paul!
Basically every modeller today can sound great, tone wise there isn't much between them and at a gig (or a recording for that matter) nobody could tell the difference. So all down to budget and form factor/interface really I would say. But nice video Paul... enjoyed it!
Helix is wonderful and a better product now than when it was first released. Line 6 product support and development is second to none. I love my Helix. And yes I use tube amps too. I love having both.
absolutely... each update has been a leap forward for the product. The new Bogner Ecstasy is just great.
What a fantastic video Paul have a great weekend ❤😊
Thank you Paul. I've been waiting forever for the Studio Rats to give the Helix some love!
The new update is a game changer
Love my QC, but the Helix still has it's place. Classic bit of kit.
Finally!!!! Glad to see this video Paul.....there are quite a few newer dumble type amps now...the Grammatico is very dynamic and responsive. In 2024 , I have had all the modelers and still today nothing compares or even comes close to Helix or Fractal . They are the two kings . Just HX is much easier for the masses to acquire. I will say for that feel under the fingers tricks I use just a smidge of chorus on every drive tone. Have a blessed day Paul 😎👊🏻💯
hey Paul on your site for that helix preset it says quad cortex pack. sort of confusing. I went ahead and got it. thanks for doing some helix stuff. you were much more positive than I expected
Cheers Chris all fixed!
I bough an Helix LT many years ago and It sound good and right allways.
I dont Need any other from a modeller and I think only fractal have more that justify the upgrade.
I also bought a tonex pedal recently for use It on the desk or in mini board with my old single pedals and unexpected FX add in last firmware release make It Powerfull device in small space.
When you’re still using any tech from ten years ago, that’s pretty impressive.
In your hands all units sounds good. I must admit though that I like the sound of the GX100 or GX10 way more. They sound more natural like a real amp. I’m not biased since I don’t have any of them❤
The boss stuff is killer!
As a helix owner I’m not so much interested in preset as I am your favorite setting for effects. That is where I really struggle. It’s option paralysis. Thanks
Really really really hope you get your hands on a Fractal VP4!
Me too
Of course its still good in 2024 !
Helix is still great. Pros and cons to all of these units. Have you tried the tone master pro yet? I'd be curious to know your thoughts on that.
I’ll check it out
I just had TMP a second time for a week.....pro....a few fender amps are spot on. Hendrix tones and SRV tones easily achieved.... anything with any serious gain is a big fat digital sounding mess I can make better on a boss GT 1 lol 🤣....I wish it wasn't the case because I do love the TMP and design. It needs Soo many more parameters, EQ , decent delays, auto filter pedals don't exist on it etc.....i do believe they will get there though the update it often and that's a good 👍🏻 sign
Did you update your Helix to the latest firmware ? The Helix is a different beast than what it was back in 2015 especially the cabs. I think it is up there with any of the other units if you know what you’re doing with it, forget about factory presets they are for beginners finding your own sound is where it’s at.
Helix rules
I've used the Helix since day one. Feel something new must be rolling out soon, but still loving the OG, especially for the effects, but never been a fan of the cabs section.
I use a tone X in a loop more often.
Thanks for sharing!
I sold all my amps few years back to go digital, now I’ve sold off all my modelers and only do plugins 😂
One of these days I’m gonna grab a new 1x12” combo amp, and maybe when we see Helix part deux “the double Helix 🧬 “
Have Studio Rats reviewed the HX Stomp?..........I've decided to sell mine and get my life back!
FINALLY!
Will your preset work with the HX Stomp XL?
I’m afraid I don’t know.
Helix no. You know what sounds great? My amps. I was using the quad last night it’s the best feeling and UI but I always go back to my amps. The quad is better imo than the helix and Kemper.
I’ve played through the Helix a number of times. I can never get what I’m looking for. Almost digital or fake sound to me. My Quad Cortex was almost instant love. Having said that, I have friends who get a good sound from the Helix.
The QC is a definite upgrade
Years ago, when I played the Helix Vst, I decided to buy Fractal.
Still sounds flat to me
I do not use Line 6 anymore after my experience with their Amplifi line.
The company simply sucks.
There’s is nothing wrong with helix line up. More so if you use synths
You sound great as usual ...but no.
To me all the Line 6 products have a very digital, borderline fake sound, as compared to Fractal and other modelers.
their newest technology is a decade old so that's probably why
I have both, you can make them sound almost 100% identical.
@@DS76204 yes, i agree with you.
User error.
They can all produce excellent results. The Helix is the best gigging solution
That's just psychoacoustics I think. If I listen to a good blind test I can't reliably tell any difference.