Helix 3.1 Update is Here!
Published April 15, 2021
Helix 3.1 is a massive update bringing a new amp and effects, plus new capabilities to the platform.
New Amp Model
Mandarin Rocker - Based on the Orange Rockerverb 100 MkIII
New Effects Models
Ratatouille Dist - Based on the 1984 Proco Rat
Retro Reel - Line 6 Original Modulation Effect
Euclidean Delay - Line 6 Original Delay
Dynamic Hall - Line 6 Original Reverb
Hot Springs - Line 6 Original Reverb
Expansions to Existing Models
Poly Sustain Delay - New auto EQ setting to control tone harshness. New Operation parameter to determine what happens when you activate the effect.
Glitch Delay - New pitch controls to control the likelihood of pitch changes during repeats.
Shuffling Looper - New pitch controls to control the likelihood of pitch changes during loops.
12 String - New Pluck Type parameter to improve the sound depending of how you pluck the guitar strings.
Expansions to Existing Device Capabilities
New and Improved MIDI Implementation - Switches in Snapshot Footswitch can now have custom labels and colors.
Some Products That We Love
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I've been using one of these power supplies permanently zip-tied to my pedalboard, and it's been very handy to keep the original power supply around for off-board usage. Plus it's cheap and works well.
Last seen around $16
Add 4 buttons to your HX Stomp Via Midi
The M-Vave Chocolate Plus is a versatile Midi and USB Host pedal that adds 4 footswitches to your Midi or USB capable devices such as HX Stomp. It is rechargeable and easily programmable, plus it can also be used in a wireless fashion.
Last seen for about $45
Affordable In Ear Monitors that Sound Great
These affordable in-ear monitors pack a lot of punch for the price. We use them at rehearsal and they sound terrific and have nice features like detachable and replaceable cables.
Last seen around $18