Line 6 Helix Stadium XL Guitar Processor

Stadium Family amp and effects processors establish a new benchmark just as the original Helix processor did. Leveraging powerful DSP and the entirely new Agoura modeling methodology, they deliver extraordinary sound and responsiveness to playing dynamics, a sophisticated yet intuitive user interface, and unparalleled control capabilities. Plus, legacy Helix/HX presets are compatible with Helix Stadium processors. The Helix Stadium Family comprises the Helix Stadium XL Floor and Helix Stadium Floor processors, the Expand D10 digital I/O expansion unit, the EX2 expression pedal/toe switch, and the Helix Stadium Backpack. Let Helix Stadium products help you realise your musical vision.
 

Main Features

• Entirely new Agoura modelling methodology
• Hype control morphs between ultra-authentic and idealized amp sounds
• Proxy amp, cab, and effect cloud based cloning engine
• Preset compatibility with Helix/HX products
• High-contrast OLED scribble strips
• High Resolution Touch Screen
• Focus view with contextual parameter control
• Preset audition clips and information
• Showcase Automation and playback engine
• Highly precise expression pedal with toe switch
• Wifi and Bluetooth control
• Free Helix Stadium editing software

Agoura Modelling & Cross support

Brand new for the Stadium, and applied to 16 new amplifier models specifically made for the Helix Stadium. Agoura offers a new perspective on amplifier modelling with features such as improved tube emulation, improved circuit feedback and detail down to the effect of single wires. All of your favourite Helix presets are fully compatible with the stadium. This makes upgrading a simple and easy process with only the older hybrid cabs needing to be changed. The brand new hype control knob allows you to easily dial in your amp to suit your surroundings, you can go from ultra authentic to idealised at the twist of a single knob dependant on your situation/preference. The new Agoura amps are now also multi channel totalling 40 new channels within the 22 new Agoura amps.
 

New Amp Models:

Display and User interface

The Helix Stadium boasts a huge 8" touch screen display, 8 parameter controls, 12 assignable tactile switches with touch recognition as on helix. On the surface Line 6 have taken everything that was easy to use with the original Helix and drastically improved it for all types of musicians, whether you prefer touch screen control or physical knobs you have the option of both at your fingertips. The new focus view allows you to adjust a variety of custom or preset parameters on the fly using the touch screen. similar to an XY pad you can have multiple things change at the slide of a finger. Each option, preset and parameter now has the information screen which tells you exactly what each option adjusts or how a certain preset was designed and what it aims to achieve. this is fully customisable for your own presets.
 

Audition

The Stadium now comes with an audition feature which showcases each factory preset with a dry guitar audio file to show how it should sound. You can now also record your own dry guitar sound and adjust your preset parameters in real time to achieve the tone you like much quicker than before! This also includes sharing your presets! Any preset you create can have their own custom audition file to showcase how you created the patch whilst sharing it with others.
 

Showcase Automation & playback engine

The new showcase engine within the Helix Stadium gives guitarist a new ideal. With the ability to automate all of your changes based off an audio file and without touching a single switch. Showcase also offers in depth editing capability allowing you to split individual stems, mute tracks and also re-arrange them to suit your needs! You can then add specific markers to the timeline to change multiple parameters, extra controls, and midi signals all without pressing any buttons.
 

Wireless connectivity

As with all technology Helix Stadium as adopted wireless technology with built in Bluetooth audio, multi-client wifi and a cloud sharing/updating feature. This allows you to share presets, update your stadium and edit with the app all without any wires.