Line 6 Chief Product Design Architect and Helix/HX mastermind Eric Klein reveals the previously undisclosed history of the Helix guitar processor in great detail. Eric shares dozens of images of early Helix mock-ups and prototypes, describes the ways in which the design evolved over time, and also explains how the development of Helix informed the design of HX Effects, HX Stomp, and even POD Go. Plus, he spotlights some less well-known Helix features, including how to use Helix footswitches as a

The Helix amp and effects processor can help the recording and writing process in different ways, including utilizing many different amp and cab models to create contrasting rhythm guitar and bass tones in your mix as well as using different effects to create interest and fill out your sound. In a recent video, ‘Helix Family Overview’ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYBvWhEHPN4) every part was created in Helix—of particular note is the "3 Note Generator" Synth effect. A "145 Rotary" and some "D