Line 6 Helix - Setting Up Outputs for Live Use- Bypassing Big Volume Knob - 2 Minute Tip

[@ohlmaxe]

I’ve watched 4 vids that were 10 minutes or more and in 5 you explained everything. Flawlessly . Thank You

[@SteveSterlacci]

Thats my goal here! Thanks for checking it out

[@guitarjonn7103]

Wow, this is the first time I've ever heard that you can control what the big volume knob can control. That's a huge deal, I thank you for bringing it up.

[@SteveSterlacci]

Any time! I have other tips zeroing in on how I use it too

[@prettywiththelightsout]

Just picked up a Helix Floor last week and have learned more from you than any other source. I know these are old but I appreciate all of these to get set up before taking it on stage for the first time!

[@SteveSterlacci]

That means a lot! Thanks so much. I am glad to help 🤘🤘🤘

[@thatMikeMurphy]

...and here I was rocking tape on my big volume know for the exact reason you demonstrated🙂 Great tips Steve, thanks!

[@SteveSterlacci]

Glad to help! Thanks for checking it out

[@vkgraphics]

Thanks Steve, I'm just back from a rehearsal using my new Helix rack set up. I couldn't work out why my frfr signal was so weak till I watched this. I love the idea of splitting the FOH level from backline too man.....superb. Thanks again.

[@SteveSterlacci]

Thanks for watching Vinny! Glad to help

[@davebenziger]

Thank you SO much for this video - it addressed the EXACT question I had regarding the Helix's outputs. I have a Kemper (and still love it, but it's gotta get shipped out for a repair - footswitches are finally being lame after 3 years) and I have it set up this very same way for the very same reasons you have. I just needed to make sure that if I buy a Helix (to add to my amp tone possibilities, and to have a similar backup rig whenever my Kemper has to get shipped out for God knows how long it'll take to get repaired) I could run the Helix the same way at my gigs. Again, thank you so much for the help! And I subscribed to your channel to get more help and info from you as I move forward on the Helix!

[@SteveSterlacci]

Thanks Dave! Im going on my 5th year with my Helix with no regrets and haven't looked back. Even owning the FM9 and Quad Cortex, helix is still my first choice for its simplicity

[@davebenziger]

@@SteveSterlacci It's so looking like that'll be the same case for me. :) Looking forward to learning more from your videos, my thanks again!

[@tossedpenny]

Great video, mighty helpful. I was wondering why my volume knob wasn't working so jumped over to the interwebs and this was the first recommend video and it fixed it. I keep waiting to find the bottom of the rabbit hole of all the options and different things my helix will do, but it just keeps going. First piece of gear I've ever owned that continues to impress and surprise me with the more time I spend with it. Keep up the good work. All of these little tips and tricks are golden and a big help for the rest of us that haven't taken the time for the deep dives into the unit.

[@SteveSterlacci]

Much appreciated! I have had it long enough to make all the mistakes 🤣😅

[@Johnny.nikolaisen]

Super tip. My sound Engineer will love me, on my next gig thanx to you :-) Thank you Steve

[@SteveSterlacci]

I hope so !! Thanks for commenting

[@SteveSterlacci]

Please feel free to ask questions here! Thanks for watching

[@SteveSterlacci]

@joshua waters I would definitely recommend double checking your ins and outs. I hope nothing is wrong with the unit itself though because that is a strange thing to be happening

[@SteveSterlacci]

@joshua waters definitely is ! They'll at least walk you through and find out if anything settings wise could be weird. Keep me posted and good luck! Any more questions for me, you can always reach out here or on FB or instagram

[@Nicky-T]

@joshua waters Always the best customer service.

[@davidedro]

Hi Steve, do you know why my big volume knob works in reverse?

[@davidedro]

if I turn it to the right the volume goes down

[@donlunceford725]

Steve, thank you for making this video, I learned something new and I really appreciate the time you took to do this.

[@SteveSterlacci]

I appreciate you taking the time to comment! Means a lot and keeps me inspired to make some more so thank you!

[@gonepickin990]

Hey Steve. Somehow my big vol knob got switched back to 1/4 and xlr. It was driving the sound guy nuts. While it was fun to torment him, I couldn't remember where this setting was. Thanks! Now all is good again.

[@Rob-bc4yu]

Was jamming with friends tonight (LT Powercab combo here) and were trying to accomplish this exact thing. Alas, I forgot I could page over for more settings lol. But now I know for next time. Soooo much better when playing through an amplified soundboard and the big knob has no effect!!! Just a great option to control your own monitor.

[@SteveSterlacci]

Glad to help!

[@Nicky-T]

Steve, I got a great method for stabilizing the big volume knob. I play table tennis and I buy my own rubbers and glue them to the paddle. There's always left over rubber after cutting the it to the shape needed for the paddle. I cut a circle the size of the knob and glued it to the bottom of the knob. You can still turn it, but you have to use a LOT of pressure. No way that thing is moving unless I want it to!

[@SteveSterlacci]

That's a great idea !!!

[@78tag]

Thanks mucho - Sometimes directions from the engineers are not that great because everything to them is simple. It takes people like you (with real world experience) to relate basic ideas to us commoners that they skip. I heard there was a way to turn off the 'big volume knob". Not well explained in the manual. I see now that you can't turn it off, you can only change what that knob will control. I actually like the idea better that it will control the out to my amp (1/4 inch) but not the out to the board. Just what I needed, thanks again for being on our side.

[@SteveSterlacci]

Glad to help! Thanks for being here. Plenty of other tips on the channel as well

[@dmd5060]

For some weird reason I had missed the big volume part of things when I read the manual… nd boy I love it . Thanks Steve even though you’ll never see this 😅

[@armoredsaint6639]

Excellent info! Making the changes!

[@michaelbriggsphotography]

Awesome tip!

[@SteveSterlacci]

Thanks man!

[@jenaviveh6973]

Very helpful and easy to follow! Thank you!

[@SteveSterlacci]

I appreciate the comment ! Thanks for watching

[@ArtificialJetleg]

Since my audio interface got fried due to lightning strike (still don’t know how that happened), I use the helix floor as my audio interface, but also sending my AES to my powercab 212 plus (or just using headphones at night)… this really helped, especially the big knob. I just want the big knob to control the volume of my studio monitors. Amp via amp vol knob, guitar, via headphone knob

[@SteveSterlacci]

Sorry about the interface! But glad you are able to work around it

[@BobbyCulpepper.srv3fender]

I swap the volume knob with the joystick knob, gives more stability with toggling around and it might help with the volume getting rubbed by the cable

[@rjwinn2]

Just had a gig where my xlr was too hot to front of house. I couldn't find the line/mic setting! Thanks!

[@SteveSterlacci]

Glad to help! Thanks for letting me know 🤘🤘🤘

[@bartolomebrando6698]

Hi, i always thought to use instrument line when going to an amp (either power amp or front). Can you tell us why you use line level? Thanks!

[@rayraymond2952]

Very nice & quite logical. Thanks, Richard

[@SteveSterlacci]

Thanks for checking it out !

[@davidordonez8964]

What if I want to use both xlr outs from helix to a PreSonus rack mixer which has (mic/line inputs) Can I set it to line level in the helix without any adverse effect on tone?

[@SteveSterlacci]

There is no wrong answer for this one. Like the mixer, it'll be just as useful in either mode. I would use mic personally as I say in the vid tho!

[@cannedmilk]

Thank you! great tutorial

[@SteveSterlacci]

Glad to help. Hope to have earned your sub!

[@cannedmilk]

@@SteveSterlacciyou sure have!!

[@FLdb-wj4wc]

I've been using link cable into my powercab and then the out on the powercab to FOH. I guess it's kind of the same thing because the powercab volume doesn't effect the signal to FOH and is has a virtual 57 mic in the output. I just worry that when I don't have my powercab one day, I won't know how to set the Helix for FOH. I should probably use this method and get used to it. Powercab does make it easy. After about 8 months with the Helix, I'm struggling with some of the tones live. I miss a the feel of my amp sometimes.

[@PhilCurrieMusic]

Rrally good informative video. Thanks for sharing.

[@sjsphotog]

Good tips Steve.

[@liamhuehn]

on topic of the volume knob being moved by the cable. it happened at one show and it was immedieately taped down. This happened at rockfest in front of several hundred to thousands of people. Forunately my cable turned my volume off, rather than up😂

[@ndwknss]

Helped a lot man thanks

[@SteveSterlacci]

Glad to help!

[@ndwknss]

@@SteveSterlacci just got my helix yesterday so I'm super overwhelmed but loving it!

[@SteveSterlacci]

Good luck with it! Plenty of videos on the channel to get you on your way. Thank you again!

[@muurimc]

Old but still relevant video. This is what I also did on my Helix settings. However what if the FOH signal is too "hot". What options do I have to turn it down? Reducing the output signal in each preset is one option, but is there a better way do this "globally" or some how else?

[@SteveSterlacci]

Hey Rami! I would suggest making your presets at least close to a fully bypassed volume. It will almost always be boosted up but if you are in the ballpark, you'll never have issues. To answer your question, you have a volume in your global eq that you can page to and bring up or down 20db

[@muurimc]

@@SteveSterlacci Thanks Steve. Just preparing for my first gig with Helix and trying to prepare for all kinds of issues :)

[@muurimc]

We had a quick PA test and no problems. All works just like it supposed to work. Wonder why there are so many comments out there where people are having issues with too hot signal. Any way, we are all good to go ...

[@cliffschannel2521]

Hello Steve Im using helix floor into PC+ , xlr to FOH , L_6 to PC . I notice you use the 1/4" to PC+ and explain how to adjust volume to PC+ How do I control signal strength to PC+ through L-6 link . I use Helix for sound , no PC speakers with new 3.5 update. Would I be better off just using 1/4" to PC as you do on this video ? I am a bit confused on this subject . Thank you and great channel I only recently discovered .

[@jessemayra]

That’s great info!

[@SteveSterlacci]

Thanks Jesse! Hope to have earned your sub. I have a whole playlist of tips like this

[@otherfish]

Hey Steve - thanks for all the help! Question - If XLR is set to mic and going to FOH is there a way to control the level of that signal with the setup you use? Would FOH always be happy with mic level? I'm going to use my Helix live for the first time next Friday. I'll be using your setup with an FRFR on stage for me and XLR out to FOH.

[@SteveSterlacci]

Awesome! They'll always be happy because it's a lighter signal than Line. If by some weird chance they need more, swap to line. But I've never ever had anyone ask for that

[@michaelbriggsphotography]

Mate, love this tip. Thanks so much. I'm wondering - is there a way to connect the 1/4 inch to a tube amp on stage for my own sound and the band on stage, and run no amp sims on that. But the XLR out to the FOH, run an amp sim on that, at the same time? Whilst using the same effects on both?

[@SteveSterlacci]

Thanks Michael! You would probably need to put the amp and cab last and put a Send block right before them so all your fx go to the amp on stage.

[@danc3746]

4:27 happened to me once while using a Drop pedal, I believe I went two whole steps down...ugly.

[@SteveSterlacci]

YIKES! We all live and learn for sure. I have a video with a pretty epic fail that I did a reaction video to. Not the best day! LOL

[@Ricardo_Rosa]

Hey Steve, I'm having trouble with my patches going into a power amp and then a cab. The sounds are all to harsh, distorted and not even close to what I did on the editor.

[@jabez1409]

When the knob is set to Multi/XLR etc. I know when I need to turn down my signal for FOH. But when I disable volume knob for XLR that function isn’t available. How much signal is going through via the XLR out? will it mimic at 12o’clock signal?

[@donlunceford725]

If you set the large volume knob to "digital", does it control the volume coming out of the L6 link to the Powercab ?

[@therichcoinc]

what if the front of house needs more signal from you? do have to switch back over?

[@SteveSterlacci]

In 3 years I have never once experienced needing more signal. If I ever were to be in that situation, I would go to my global eq and bump up the global volume from there

[@robertm.1098]

How would you recommend controlling overall volume level on the hx stomp to the front of house? Do you use the channel volume? External volume knob? Lower the output main level db at the end of the chain? I use the channel volume from the amp block but some say to leave it ok 10 for more headroom.

[@SteveSterlacci]

I always advise to avoid controlling the volume to FOH. Have it set to Mic level and leave it alone. If you are sending too hot of a signal, channel volume is your friend. If you are on a gig and need a last minute fix, you can also go to global settings and bring down the volume there

[@robertm.1098]

Ok so do you recommend starting the patch with channel volume at 10 and external volume knob at 10 then if it’s too hot then turn channel volume down?

[@dougmartens340]

Valuable tip, thank you. Any thoughts on putting an EQ pedal between the Helix and FRFR? I'd like to tweak my stage tone without interfering with front of house. Can an EQ pedal still work with line level output from the Helix?

[@SteveSterlacci]

You have a global EQ that can be set to whatever output you're using if you don't use it for FOH. You can also make a parallel path at the end with the EQ and send that signal to the cab

[@christophergodlewski5181]

Diggin' this stuff. Any idea how to adjust the output through the USB? I'm trying to use Helix directly into Reaper via the USB but my signal is way too hot. Couldn't find anything in the instruction manual about it.

[@SteveSterlacci]

Thats gotta be your preset volume. Use the channel volume to bring it down

[@keithhibbitts7506]

Good stuff, Steve ... thanks! When you set the xlr to skip the volume knob, is the defaylt volume setting on max? I always run max volume to FOH and want to make sure max is still being sent if I bypass the knob.

[@SteveSterlacci]

yes! The default is fully maxed out

[@Place_to_keep_videos]

Can I send my two XLR signals to FOH and a left and right signal to two backline amps with power amp in? Thank you for your time!

[@SteveSterlacci]

Yes sir. I don't use stereo live personally. Too much hassle if you don't have a regular soundman. Keeps it simpler for sure

[@railhammer]

Hey Steve, where do you normally set the level on your frfr itself? What is your starting point?

[@SteveSterlacci]

Hello Kemper Dude! I start it on 0 and bring it up gradually based on the stage and how loud the band is that day

[@robmlisanti]

What about USB out to a DAW with the POD Go ( Should have mine wednesday )

[@SteveSterlacci]

All my pod videos are USB to DAW! I think it sounds great

[@robmlisanti]

@@SteveSterlacci No tweaking? no adjusting Level output?

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@robmlisanti nope. I leave it as is and get my signal just over -12 using the amp parameters. No post processing on any vids

[@robmlisanti]

Steve Sterlacci ok cool 👍😎 I appreciate the feedback

[@mitchellcaster86]

Hey Steve, I have set up a FRFR and my amp, out of the Helix I have XLR to the FRFR and 1/4" to the amp. I have set the global settings as BIG Knob to 1/4" and Phones to FRFR. However, the BIG Knob controls 1/4" signal no problem, however I have no control over the XLR volume with the Phones knob, there is volume coming through to the FRFR, but it is controlled by my guitar volume as if its just a straight through signal. I really want to be able to control my FRFR volume from 0 to full. My patch setup is Guitar in and a split out to the two different output types. Please can you help? Thank you

[@Joop5000]

Hey Steve, I am kind of new to this Helix, I have the HelixLT. I notice when I play certain notes and Chords where the low E is played, the first icon (input) Guitar icon, it briefly flashes red in color. I guess this might mean i am clipping but i checked all my levels. The way I am set up for the time being is like this. I go from the 1/4" left / mono from the Helix to the power amp In on my Boss Katana 100. Thanks!

[@SteveSterlacci]

Try the input pad in global settings. Should sort you out

[@Joop5000]

@@SteveSterlacci Thanks Steve, that did help, although it still flashes red, but not nearly as much, only if i really pick hard when i play chords.

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@Joop5000 as long as it doesnt sound like its clipping, it should be fine then

[@Joop5000]

@@SteveSterlacci Cool Thanks Steve! Keep the vids coming, love em!

[@shonesi78]

Thank you Steve. This video is so important and its the best way to dial the best tone. I tried this in live and man the tone is like a "house" :))). I go direct to FOH without amp and pedals. Its big big difference in tone. That is a holy grale of helix :))). My question is when I put this settings on helix- XLR on MIC and to FOH, big knob on 1/4, what is the best leveling output patch at the end of chain? Is that 0db output level or is not important? My acoustic patch is +20db but my other patch is -18db. I am confused. Man thank you for everything about helix. You are the first man. Chears

[@SteveSterlacci]

Thank you so much ! I would always recommend using your ears for that! As long as you dont get too crazy with the boosting, the output block should do just fine

[@shonesi78]

Thank you so much for quick answer. Is the boosting when in my IR i go to volume on -8 (-18) because that clean patch is on 0db output volume and other, when i use factory IR volume (-18), my output volume is +16db? Your output level on yours favorite patches? If I heard that the patc in live is in boost what your suggestion is, which parametar to volume down, but the patch still the same, only to ? Down level volume with output, block or chanel amp or...the best solution is? Thanks man. Sorry about my writing. I hope so that you understand me. :)

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@shonesi78 there is no exact answer to that ! I use different methods depending ont he preset. I do not recomend touching the -18 Impulse Response volume though. I usually use channel volume and gain blocks to get where I need to be

[@shonesi78]

Thank you Steve. You are great great man and incredible musician. You are very profesional. 💪💪💪Thanks man.

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@shonesi78 thank you so much ! Means a lot

[@joeviviano4788]

Thank you. This and all your videos are very informative. Especially helpful as I am new to the Helix as my gig rig. My question: When you create your patches for a LIVE gig and volume level them at home, what loudness (LUFS) do you shoot to create them at (-23db, -15db, ??? ), so that when you send Mic level to FOH they have enough headroom to increase or lower you to fit in the mix and give you headroom for Solo boosts, etc, so you dont clip?

[@SteveSterlacci]

Hey Joe ! I usually go with this as a base kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJ6xdZJ7l9CFrqM and take that into rehearsal

[@joeviviano4788]

@@SteveSterlacci perfect, thx!

[@joeviviano4788]

Sorry, one addition. So when you get to sound check @ the gig and you have several presets for the gig with multiple snaps with different Channel an output block settings that all leveled to around -12db, what's your go to on the spot overall volume tweek to FOH if its too hot or too soft without touching all the presets/snaps? GLobal EQ Level? Big Knob? Add a gain block everywhere and tweek it? ??? Thank you!

[@SteveSterlacci]

On the fly at a gig, global eq volume. Then i would go back to my channel volumes and bring them all down and re match them.

[@GtrMan863]

If you make the volume lead boost video can you also include balancing the volume levels between patches so one is not louder than the other?

[@gustavorlore]

GriffinGTR true, i am had issues where my lead went too loud and turn down and once switching to rhym sound, it was too quiet and had to turn it up, its nerve wrecking when you got a solo and everybody looking at you to do you’re thing and hope you don’t have a volume jump or not cutting through the mix

[@mikejensen5956]

Hey Steve, love your videos! You're a great teacher! My question is when you switch to your master volume to control quarter inch what level does it set your xlr ( helix pedal) too?

[@SteveSterlacci]

It stays at unity gain, which is big knob maxed out. Thanks for the kind words!

[@mikejensen5956]

@@SteveSterlacci Thanks

[@ZaryaMain]

Should I run a line signal into the front of a bass amp? Or instrument? Does it matter all that much if the amp sounds fine?

[@SteveSterlacci]

To an actual amp I would run instrument out. If it sounds fine then i guess it could be fine! No reason to mess if you're happy

[@BobSchusterMusiccom]

Hi Steve, Been trying to used the 4 cable method and running the Helix LT into a Fender Hot Rod Deluxe input jack and effects loop. There is a annoying 60 cycle hum when I connect via the Effects Loop. Have you run across this annoying issue and how would quiet the 60 cycle hum? Thanks

[@SteveSterlacci]

I've encountered weird things like this. Try sending from 1 fx loop and returning into another loop. That, or a line isolator box might be needed from the Helix to the fx loop

[@tubber37]

If i was playing in my mancave and i just chose xlr lead coz thats what i have and conected to my headrush 212 is there anything wrong setting my headrush to say 4 and I control my volume by the big knob say around 12 oclock position but tweak either way for more or less volume is there anything wrong using this way opposed to whacking knob to full then having to walk across to headrush and turn up or down? I just found using the big knob gives me control?

[@josephirvan707]

hi Steve! I’m using hx stomp and canvas walrus for my go-to direct setup, what’s ur best recommendation to set the output level ? I currently run instrument output (hx stomp) setting with Line isolator (walrus canvas) to FOH. and i don’t know if this only me or no, i love the tone when i use headphone out for practice its sounds fuller and harmonic. when i’m trying live, it sounds different 😭 sorry for the long comment tho

[@SteveSterlacci]

I would blame the person who is mixing your Front of House. He should be able to get it sounding good if he is good at his job

[@brywool]

Shouldn’t the XLR be the one to the PA and shouldn’t that be ‘Line’? That’s what Line 6 says, unless I missed something.

[@thpark8189]

When there is a backline amp - a Hot Rod or something - do you change the 1/4 inch out to instr level? Thanks. I enjoy the channel!

[@SteveSterlacci]

I keep it on Line level so I have more control over the signal using the big knob. If, for some reason, it becomes too hot of a signal, I just dial back the knob rather than change the setting

[@thpark8189]

Steve Sterlacci great, thanks for the reply

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@thpark8189 any time!

[@scottwilliams3608]

HI - thanks for the videos! I have been trying the big knob at 100% as you and others have recommended. With my IR at -18, I have to keep my channel volumes pretty low in order to keep my levels where the mixer can handle them without clipping... depending on the amp model, it's between about 3.5 and 5.5....That's with my output set to line for the xlr to the mixer (mic level is too hot)... does that make sense to you? So many conflicting opinions/advice... just looking for a reality check. Keep up the great work! Thanks!

[@SteveSterlacci]

Sounds fine to me but the MIC level is actually less output than the Line level. Most engineers ask for mic level. As long as you're not going into clipping and it sounds good, then it is good!

[@shellsjoint]

Thank you for this...

[@SteveSterlacci]

Any time bro! You ever have a problem with that big volume knob live?

[@dixon9]

Hello Steve, what is the option if the set-up is patches with pre-amp only - no power amp, cabinet, IR's - going out of the Helix to an amp pedal then onto a cabinet? This takes care of the amp on the stage scenario but what about FOH? Is a signal from a patch with a pre-amp only out of XLR's enough for them to work with? Thanks in anticipation.

[@SteveSterlacci]

I am not totally sure of the question here but I think you are asking if you can go to a power amp on stage? I would use an FX send set to instrument level. You can place a ""send" block that will send a signal out to the power amp and real cab, but also pass signal to the end of the chain and go to FOH via XLR. Hope this helps and sorry it took so long to respond. KZbin isn't showing me all my comments

[@SjaakShirly6559]

THANKS!!!!!

[@SteveSterlacci]

Thanks for watching

[@musicbynaush]

Real helpful man. Thanks a lot. Can you please tell me how to avoid this: I add a block do a specific snapshot and it enables it for the whole patch. I then have to go to each snapshot to disable it. Is it just how it is?

[@Nicky-T]

I'm sure Steve will have the answer, but I'm pretty sure that's what you have to do.

[@carltonholland9148]

this can be very useful but my presets were way to loud and clipping the FOH mixer. i lowered all the amp settings.is there another way to do this other than setting all the presests lower volume? im using a headrush moniter now can use the knob for on stage. thanks.

[@SteveSterlacci]

I would always recommend testing your volume against the dry signal with your amp and cab bypassed. If you're clipping a soundboard you've got to turn your channel volumes down. You could also go into your global eq and set it to drop your signal up to -20db

[@carltonholland9148]

@@SteveSterlacci thanks one more thing my looper with this setup is not coming out of 1/4 in to moniter. only FOH

[@scottlobas7601]

Is there a way to play audio thru USB 1-2 on an android?

[@mattgrubb9925]

Steve, I appreciate the video! Keep them coming! Question...do you set anything for volume to the Powercab using the Line6 link output?

[@SteveSterlacci]

You can set the big knob to digital for the L6 link. I personally don't though

[@sergejk]

HI Steve! Great video ...but it would be great if you could describe how signal chain (path) in Helix is configured? ... I mean first A path should be set to XLR and the second one to 1/4" ? Could you put it step by step? thanks! Brgds, S.

[@SteveSterlacci]

I was thinking I should have added that as well. I use one output block set to "Multi" and then do this. Much simpler than you'd think lol

[@sergejk]

@@SteveSterlacci Sorry, didn't understand what you meant :( I can see from the video that the first path is set to Multi ...but the second path is started with "send" and end of the path "return" ?

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@sergejk those are just the fx loops in the back of the unit. If you use additional pedals that's where those go

[@sergejk]

@@SteveSterlacci i know that ... thanks but :) you've mentioned Hot Rod Deluxe to connect to Helix as a second option for stage monitor beside the FOH. ... So i thought you would describe the signal path in HElix how to do that connection :) To recap ... to have stage combo amp as a monitor (HRD) and simultaneously feed the signal to FOH. Hope it is clear now? :)

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@sergejk when the output is set to multi, just sent the 1/4 inch out to the Hot Rod. I've kept it at line level and liked the sound. Multi means that your end signal is being sent to XLR, 1/4 and Digital

[@gustavorlore]

I never tried this, but do you hook both at the same time and transmit sound? I dont have frfr unit, i using tube amp runing into effects loop at the back using line levels 1/4 option. Thank you

[@SteveSterlacci]

Yes! The outputs are all simultaneous

[@mikemattingly5825]

I love how your houses decorations is literally just a bunch of guitars. 😂

[@SteveSterlacci]

Indeed it is 😅 guilty

[@matttaylor202]

How do you make all the patches the same level? I have some patches that are quiet and some that will blow your eardrums. Thx

[@SteveSterlacci]

I have a whole separate vid on it! But channel volume is the one you need

[@matttaylor202]

@@SteveSterlacci thank you sir I will watch your video!!! Thank you for your help!

[@GiantSFaithfuL]

Steve, signal Q: I set up my Helix going into my Powercab 112+ so that my Powercab light is yellow. Then on the Jarvis setting my signal is even at -13.00dB. Then I use the output on the PC to go to the board. The sound guy at the board constantly says my signal is too hot. Any tip for getting my sound balanced?

[@SteveSterlacci]

Your output from the PC is probably set to Line, change that to be Mic level and you should be golden. Line level to the PC, mic level to a board

[@GiantSFaithfuL]

@@SteveSterlacci ok, I found that. It was on mic. The Helix is Line. Maybe my sound guy is just a pain!

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@GiantSFaithfuL that could be! Lol cheaper sound boards wont have as flexible inputs. Or he could have an instrument/line issue on his end. I would just lower the speaker model volume i guess. As long as your input is set and you can get to where you want for stage volume. IRs are supposed to be -18 in the PC

[@oscarcastellon7398]

Im gonna take the risk of sounding stupid but, do you recommend to do the same with the in and out level with the hx stomp? Cheers

[@SteveSterlacci]

Absolutely ! I do the same with mine

[@oscarcastellon7398]

@@SteveSterlacci thanks man!! Your videos are really helpful

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@oscarcastellon7398 I appreciate you watching!

[@DravenZord]

Hey buddy. I know you have a flood of comments. I’m a new helix user. And I’ve been looking at different resources on this. Some people say use “instrument” for your 1/4” out put. And “line” from your XLR to front of house, studio monitors, and so on. My guitar tech said he uses the reverse. “Line” for his 1/4” and “instrument” as “XLR” outputs. My helix was set “instrument” for 1/4” and “line” to XLR and I thought sounded fine. So, Is this one of those things that’s like “whatever sounds best to you” type of things? Sorry for the long comment!

[@SteveSterlacci]

At the end of the day, yes. Whatever works best for your set up. My thought is to match things up. Something that expects line level like a monitor or floor wedge should get one. Instrument outs to where an instrument would be plugged in. FOH, always mic level for the same reasons

[@DravenZord]

@@SteveSterlacci hey Steve. Thanks for taking the time to respond. I appreciate it!

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@DravenZord you got it! Any time

[@mrfender5001]

If the big knob only affects 1/4 inch outs, then how do know how much signal is going to Front of House?

[@SteveSterlacci]

I am sending him a mic level signal. Its in his hands to handle the gain structure. Just like a real amp when they tell you "dont touch your volume, its perfect!" I get to do that, and increase stage volume if needed. Let the sound man do his job with the FOH signal

[@mrfender5001]

@@SteveSterlacci So it's like a set db amount like a microphone? Im talking about how many db does it send to the house if you make the big knob only effect your 1/4 in outs on stage.

[@SteveSterlacci]

Its dependent on the presets level. I keep all mine relatively the same level and its 99.9% of the time a great level for the sound guys

[@mrfender5001]

@@SteveSterlacci ok I see. Was just curious about it bc want to do the same except use my headphone out to monitor so I have volume control for both monitors and main out.

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@mrfender5001 I never want to touch the main out to the house because it will affect the overall mix. There should never be a situation where you need to touch your level to FOH unless its asked for. Solo boosting is different though

[@GtrMan863]

what's the best way to add a volume boost for solos to existing patches with Line 6 Helix ?

[@SteveSterlacci]

Depends on what you need. I always add a bit of gain from the amp or pedal and use the channel volume with snapshots. You can use it the same as a real pedalboard too

[@GtrMan863]

@@SteveSterlacci Do you have any videos demonstrating this? The video above setting outputs for live is very helpful, Thank you

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@GtrMan863 great idea for my next video ! Maybe I can get to it after the NAMM show

[@GtrMan863]

@@SteveSterlacci Thank you!

[@cbosmooth]

QUESTION ANYONE,,, Im going to be running a helix stereo out to 2 frfr speakers but i cant decide on 2 10 inch or 2 12 inch,,, i e heard the 12's are too flubby and that the 10 inch speakers are perfect for amp modelers, anyone tried both and have an opinion? Im just scared to get the 2 10's and there not be enough bass,, i have 2 8 inch studio monitors to pasify right now but while theres bass wih music or synth sounds when u try to palm mute or chug it sounds horrible, opinions? Thanks in advance

[@shellsjoint]

I like instrument instead of line for signal...

[@SteveSterlacci]

Going out of the helix?

[@shellsjoint]

Steve Sterlacci yes.. drives sound better to me..

[@davidforbes72]

I think it depends where you are heading to. FRFR I think is better with line, but I e.g. go into a tube poweramp, then instrument level is better to handle

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@shellsjoint you talking about the HX stomp output? Either way it's the same I think. Mic and instrument are the lower output signals. I think they sound better unless it needs to drive a speaker like the Powercab or other FRFR speakers that need the juice

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@davidforbes72 exactly. I found that the return of the fx loops in fender amps didnt make too big of a difference. Either way, I control that from my big volume knob so it's better to have the head room of the Line out (for me). All subjective to our own scenarios!

[@bluesky2145]

That's a flawed rule. You're better off sending a line level over the XLR to the house PA because it will travel further with less signal loss and better signal-to-noise ratio

[@SteveSterlacci]

Its not a rule, and its not flawed. It's how the unit was designed to be used. Line level is too hot for some older mixers. In most cases, it shouldn't be a problem. But that is how the units made to be used. I have never experienced nor heard of anyone else experiencing any signal loss or s/n issues with the mic level

[@bluesky2145]

@@SteveSterlacci You're fine I'm sure but as a rule the higher signal to noise ratio the better. I would be sending line from here but yeah the mixer needs to be able to take pro levels. Rock on Steve !

[@jcreature11]

Wireless!!!

[@donlunceford725]

If you set the large volume knob to "digital", does it control the volume coming out of the L6 link to the Powercab ?

[@SteveSterlacci]

I would assume yes. I have not personally tried it but I'll be damned if it that didnt make perfect sense ! I'll look into that as well. Let me know if you try it!

[@donlunceford725]

I looked on the back of my Helix and it does say "Digital" above the L6 Link so I'm guessing Yes. My Powercab 212 plus is ordered and on the way. That would be great if it is that way because then I could control Volume of the Powercab without going around the back of the cab when it's leaned back.

[@odersfelt4807]

It does. I have it set to Digital and use PC+ as stage monitor via L6 Link and send XLR to FOH set to MIC. Vol knob only affects volume of the PC.

[@donlunceford725]

@@odersfelt4807 Thank you, that is awesome. Line6 thinks of everything !

[@SteveSterlacci]

@@odersfelt4807 Excellent! So literally exact same concept just using the digital out instead of 1/4 inch. Thanks for the info!