Line 6 Helix Stadium Native is out. What the free Intro license includes, what the full version costs, and how presets move to Stadium hardware.

Learn how Helix Stadium snapshots work: eight scenes per preset, instant gap-free switching, snapshot-controlled parameters and how they differ from footswitches.

Strymon just pulled the cover off the TimeLine MX, and the company is not being shy about it. They're calling the Strymon TimeLine MX "the most powerful delay pedal ever." After the original TimeLine spent roughly fifteen years bolted to pro pedalboards all over the world, that's a bold thing to say about your own gear. Dig into the spec sheet, though, and the claim holds up better than most marketing lines do. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy th

If you just unboxed a Line 6 Helix Stadium or a Stadium XL, the first thing that grabs you is the screen. It's big, it's bright, and there is a lot going on. Helix Stadium navigation can feel overwhelming on day one, but here is the good news: once you understand how the unit is laid out and how you move around it, this is one of the most beginner-friendly Helix devices Line 6 has ever built. Line 6 Helix Stadium XL Floor multi-effects guitar processor with touchscreen, the c

You've decided your next guitar processor is going to be a Line 6. Good call. Now you're staring at a lineup that runs from a €165 POD Express to a €2,338 Helix Stadium XL Floor, and one question is keeping you up at night: does the expensive one actually sound that much better? This Line 6 modeler comparison gives you the honest answer, and it might save you a pile of money. Tone-wise, not one of these boxes will let you down. Every single one can get you a great sound for r

IK Multimedia just rolled out TONEX preset sharing through ToneNET, and it changes how you discover and use tones in TONEX . Version 1.11.0 landed today (April 2, 2026) as a free update for every TONEX user, including the free TONEX CS tier. Until now, ToneNET let you browse and download individual Tone Models. Now you can grab entire signal chains, complete with effects and routing, ready to load and play. IK Multimedia TONEX Preset Sharing Note: This post contains affiliate

The Line 6 Helix Stadium Floor amplifier and effects processor is now shipping and will soon be available from certified resellers worldwide. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cost to you. It helps me keep Noise Harmony going. Also check: Update 1.2 for Helix Stadium Is Live Aura Reborn: Depth, Motion, and Space. Now for Line 6 Helix Stadium. The Secret to High-End Reverbs Hidden Inside Your Li

The 1.2 firmware update for Helix Stadium is now available ( released on December 17, 2025) and strongly recommended for all users. This release is a meaningful step forward, combining new amp models, the debut of Showcase - Line 6’s new playback and live automation engine, and a broad set of stability, workflow, and performance improvements. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cost to you. It he

If you’re using a Line 6 Helix Floor, LT or Rack, you probably already know how much this system can do. From detailed amp tones to deep time-based effects, the Helix engine offers a huge range of creative options. We’ve put together a small set of free presets for Line 6 Helix that show off both sides of the spectrum from aggressive distortion to lush ambient effects. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at

If you’re using a Line 6 HX Stomp, you know how much it can do for such a compact unit. It’s built on the same HX modeling engine as the larger Helix models, so the core sound quality is just as strong. While the Stomp has less DSP and simpler routing, it still gives you plenty of room to shape your tone. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cost to you. It helps me keep Noise Harmony going. We’ve

Black Friday is creeping up fast, but the good news? You don’t have to wait until the big day to score killer deals, because Plugin Boutique isn’t slowing down and is already spoiling us with Black Friday discounts. Right now is already a golden moment to scoop up some serious savings on the plugins you’ve had your eye on. We’ve pulled together the strongest deals happening right now across amp modelling, bass synthesis, compression, creative effects, and more. IK Multimedia

Plugin sales move quickly. One day there’s an 84% discount on something that’s been sitting on your wishlist, and the next, it’s gone. We’ve rounded up the best deals available right now, covering amp simulation, drum production, dynamic EQ, vocal processing, and more. If you’ve been waiting to update your plugin library, now’s a smart time to do it. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cost to yo

Eric Klein from Line 6 has shared some crucial information for those planning to move from Helix or HX devices to the new Helix Stadium and Stadium XL. The transition won’t be entirely seamless, so it’s worth getting ready in advance to ensure your presets, setlists, IRs, and favorites transfer smoothly. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cost to you. It helps me keep Noise Harmony going. Also c

The Source Audio Encounter is the kind of pedal that makes you want to sit down, plug in, and just get lost in sound for hours. It’s not your average delay or reverb box. Instead, it’s built for creating wide, atmospheric textures, the kind of stuff that turns a simple chord or note into a huge, evolving soundscape. Source Audio Encounter Also check: Are We Really Getting Line 6 Helix Stadium XL This Year? Strymon Timeline Vibes Inside the Helix? How To Get Wide And Heavy Lin

IK Multimedia has released the new TONEX Modeler, a major update that comes free for everyone who owns any paid version of TONEX,...

In our new video we take a closer look at how to create those rich, spacious delay sounds inside the Line 6 Helix—tones usually...

Noise Harmony has just released AURA , the 3rd pack in their Line 6 Helix series, following Reflections and Hell-X . This time the spotlight is on delay and modulation. Forget the usual repeats you have heard a thousand times before. This pack brings 12 finely designed soundscapes that turn delays into something bigger, richer, and far more inspiring. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cost t

Presets in Line 6 devices are more than just saved settings. They’re complete setups built for specific styles or situations, combining amps, effects, and routing choices. All Line 6 products , including Helix , HX Stomp , HX Effects , and POD Go , run on the same sound engine, called HX Modeling. That means no matter which unit you’re using, the tone quality stays consistent. The main differences come from how much processing power and flexibility each device offers. Line

Finding the right reverb for worship guitar isn’t easy. You need a sound that’s big and emotional but still clear and controlled....