Line 6 Helix Stadium Guitar Processor

Leveraging powerful DSP, and the entirely new Agoura modeling methodology, the Line 6 Helix stadium delivers extraordinary sound and responsiveness to playing dynamics, combined with a sophisticated yet intuitive user interface, and unparalleled control capabilities. Plus, legacy Helix/HX presets are compatible with Helix Stadium processors. Further additions include the Expand D10 digital I/O expansion unit, the EX2 expression pedal/toe switch, and the Helix Stadium Backpack.

Line 6 Helix Stadium 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 Resolution Touch Screen
• Focus view with contextual parameter control
• Preset audition clips and information
• Showcase Automation and playback engine
• Wifi and Bluetooth control
• Free Helix Stadium editing software

Agoura Modelling & Cross support

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 Helix stadium so you do not need to loose any work if you upgrade your unit. 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.

Proxy Cloning Engine

1.3 introduces Phase 1 of Line 6’s all new Proxy cloning engine, which lets you capture the virtual DNA of your favorite gear. The following types of devices can be cloned:

Amp+Cab: Clone an amp including a speaker cabinet and microphone. You can also add one or more drive pedals before the amp to clone entire gain-based signal flows
Amp: Clone an amp with no speaker cabinet. This requires the use of a load box
Preamp: Clone a standalone preamp or the preamp portion of an amplifier. IMPORTANT: The amp or preamp must have a PREAMP OUT or FX SEND
Distortion: Clone an overdrive, distortion, or fuzz pedal

New Amp Models Included In Helix Stadium

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 - Test and Alter Presets Without Playing

The Line 6 Helix 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 guitarists the ability to automate all of their changes based off an audio file and without touching a single switch. As an audio file plays back, you can have effects turn on and off in real-time as it plays at specific points so you can focus on your playing and not worry about pressing pedals or making an error.   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

Line 6 has adopted wireless technology for the Helix Stadium. With built in Bluetooth audio, multi-client wifi and a cloud sharing/updating features, t allows you to share presets, update your stadium with the latest firmware, and edit with the app all without any wires.