The Line 6 Helix has taken the digital amplification world by storm! Line 6 are widely credited as pioneers of amp modelling and digital effects, leading the charge with classic products like the Pod – with the Helix, they have truly raised the bar, offering jaw-dropping tonal authenticity, unprecedented tweakability and a wealth of stunning effects. It truly has to be played to be believed!
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Using Line 6’s dual DSP HX modelling engine, you really can attain that sound that’s been floating around in your head. Got a function set that goes from ’50s rock and roll to ’90s Brit Pop? Or have you always fancied a Mesa Triple Rec for blistering crunch and a Fender Deluxe for your cleans, but had nightmares about the cost and practicality? With 45 amps, 30 cabs, 16 mics and 70 different effects built into the Helix, you truly have every imaginable studio-quality sound at your disposal. It doesn’t get much better than this!
Helix 3.60 Firmware – What’s New?
The Helix 3.60 firmware update for Helix and HX hardware devices introduces three new amplifiers, including the Grammatico GSG, seven new guitar speaker cabinets featuring 12″ speakers in various combinations, two new bass cabs, and two new effects:
Amps:
- Grammatico GSG: Based on the Grammatico GSG100
- Line 6 Elmsley: Line 6 Original
- Agua Sledge: Based on the Aguilar Tone Hammer
Guitar Cabs (Single & Dual Versions):
- 1×12 Blue Bell: Captured from a 1×12″ Vox AC-15 Blue Alnico
- 1×12 Open Cream: Captured from a custom 1×12″ open-back cab G12M-65
- 1×12 Open Cast: Captured from a custom 1×12″ open-back cab EVM12L
- 2×12 Silver Bell: Captured from a 2×12″ Vox AC-30TB Silver Alnico
- 2×12 Match H30: Captured from a 2×12″ Matchless DC-30 custom G12H-30
- 2×12 Match G25: Captured from a 2×12″ Matchless DC-30 custom G12M-25
- 4×12 Greenback 20: Captured from a 4×12″ Marshall “basketweave” G12M-20
Bass Cabs (Single & Dual Versions):
- 1×12 Epicenter: Captured from a 1×12″ Epifani Ultralight series
- 4×10 Ampeg Pro: Captured from a 4×10″ Ampeg PR-410HLF
Effects:
- Dark Dove Fuzz (Mono, Stereo): Based on the Electro-Harmonix Russian Big Muff
- Triple Rotary (Mono, Stereo): Based on the Yamaha RA-200 rotary speaker (used by Pink Floyd)
Features
- Dual DSP-powered HX modeling engine
- 45 amps, 30 cabs, 16 mics and 70 effects
- 6.2″ LCD display
- 12 touch-sensitive footswitches for editing
- 10 inputs, 12 outputs (including 4 effects loops)
- 8-in/8-out USB audio interface
- 3 expression pedal outs
- Mic-level XLR input
- S/PDIF, AES/EBU, and L6 Link digital outputs
- Capacitive touch-sensitive switches for parameter recall
- Assignable RGB LED color rings
- Customizable LCD scribble strips
- Preset or stompbox modes
- Integrated looper
- Solid-aluminum construction
- Tour-grade footswitches