The Line 6 Helix™ LT guitar processor delivers premium HX Modeling technology with authentic amp, cab, mic, and effects modeling powered by dual DSP. Featuring four stereo signal paths, capacitive touch footswitches with color LED rings, and a large intuitive LCD, Helix LT offers easy, hands-free control for fast tone creation. With robust I/O, extensive routing, MIDI and Variax guitar control, plus custom impulse response support, it’s perfect for stage and studio use. Helix LT combines flexibility, power, and accessibility in a compact design.
At-a-Glance Highlights
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Advanced HX Modeling with authentic amp, cab, mic, and effects recreation
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Four stereo signal paths for complex routing and creative freedom
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Capacitive touch footswitches with color LED rings for intuitive control
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Large color LCD displaying full signal chain and parameters
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Extensive I/O, routing, MIDI control, and Variax guitar integration
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Compatible with Helix Edit software for Mac/PC for easy preset management
Audio & Processing
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Amp Models: 93
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Effect Models: 266
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Presets: 1,024 total (8 setlists × 32 banks × 4 presets)
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Simultaneous Processing Blocks: Up to 32 (DSP permitting)
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Signal Flow Options: Up to 4 stereo chains — serial or parallel
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Snapshots: 8 per preset
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Impulse Responses (IRs): 128 IRs, 1024 or 2048 points
EQ & Display
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Global EQ Bands: 3 fully parametric + variable low & high cut
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Main Display: 6.2” (16.5 cm), color
Controls & Footswitches
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Footswitches: 12 capacitive touch with RGB rings + expression toe switch
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Footswitch Modes: Stomp, Preset, Snapshot, Looper, Pedal Edit
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Footswitch Types: Latching and Momentary
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Looper Types: 6-switch, 1-switch, and shuffling
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Looper Memory:
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Full speed: 60 sec mono / 30 sec stereo
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Half speed: 120 sec mono / 60 sec stereo
Inputs & Outputs
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1/4" Inputs: Guitar, Return 1-2
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1/4" Outputs: Main L/R, Send 1-2
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XLR Inputs: — (None)
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XLR Outputs: Main L/R
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Effect Loops: 2 send / 2 return, stereo-linkable
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Digital In: Variax VDI
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Digital Out: S/PDIF, AES/EBU, L6 LINK™
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Headphones: 1/4" stereo jack
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MIDI: In, Out/Thru + USB
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USB Audio Interface: 8 in / 8 out with re-amping
Control & Expansion
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Master Remote Control: Command Center
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Variable Impedance Circuitry: Guitar input
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1/4" Expression Pedal Inputs: EXP 2 (shared with Amp Control Out 1/2)
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External Amp Control Outputs: 2 (Tip, Ring; shared with EXP 2; globally selectable)
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G10T Wireless Transmitter: Not included
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Relay Wireless Receiver: Not included
Build & Physical
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Chassis: Bent steel with ABS side panels
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Treadle: Bent steel
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Scribble Strip LCDs: — (None)
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Power Supply: IEC
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Dimensions (HxWxD): 5.25" × 19" × 9.5" (133 mm × 483 mm × 241 mm)
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Weight: 9.3 lbs (4.2 kg)
