Best NAMM release coverage

menamestom

digitalscream said:

Legionreturns said:

I'm going there's a next gen helix so I can get a second hand old one cheaper. 

You'll be waiting a while, then...from everything they've said, the current-generation Helix Core is going to stay with us for a very, very long time. It's extensible, though, so I'd imagine the hardware will stay largely similar while the firmware goes on in leaps and bounds.

Exactly.  The M series are about 10 years old.  Stands to reason the Helix which is massively more upgradable and perfectly designed will have significantly more life in it.  Plus if you own one every new firmware brings new effects, amps or functionality meaning there's always something to look forward to, without spending a penny.

Legionreturns

In that case, if best start saving pennies for an LT as I definitely can't afford a full fat one

guitars4you

does Greg Koch still do a tour for Wildwood Guitars - use to be some good video info there

absolutpepper

John_A said:

digitalscream said:

John_A said:

MattFGBI said:

If anyone has any questions about specific products etc let me know and I'll see what I can find out.  That's everything, not just Fender obviously. 

Would love to know what Line 6 are up to, their answer to the Amplifire box would be perfect!

I've got a feeling we might see a replacement for the M9 and M13 based on the Helix modelling tech. Not long to see if I'm right now...

An M9 sized device with helix amp models and effects would have me reaching for the credit card immediately even with a single path. Love my helix, but something more compact would suit me better. 

What Line 6 do this year really interests me. I also expect Yamaha to refresh and update the THR range in response to the huge success of Katana. I wouldn’t buy one but I think it’ll happen (based on no info whatsoever)

John_A

Legionreturns said:

In that case, if best start saving pennies for an LT as I definitely can't afford a full fat one

Theres a full fat in the classifieds for £825, and seen them go on ebay for less that that. It certainly is the case, it was amazing when I bought mine 2 years ago, and it's doubly amazing now after the updates, more of which are on the way

TTBZ

Not allowed to give anything away just yet but I'll be able to hopefully answer any questions people may have about Marshall at this year's NAMM, I'm excited

Looking forward to seeing what Line 6 have to offer as I've been getting rather Helix-curious recently and the quick go I've had with native was great. 

bingefeller

For news - Effectsdatabase, Premier Guitar, Instagram

impmann

Why would Line6 damage their market by putting amp modelling into an update of the M-series. It would then tread on the toes of the Helix Range...
The best thing about the M-series was that they didn’t have any bloody amp modelling!!!!!! That’s why they’ve soldiered on so long and sold so many units. Imho STILL the best thing Line6 ever made.

rossyamaha

Is it my fault this thread has turned into a bit of a Line 6 one? 

Soz. 

Lets ta get it back on track. Who will give the best footage of the Gibson stand and their revolutionary new releases? ;-) 

sweepy

Line 6 need to do their version of the Fractal FX8, it'd sell shitloads

Strangefan

Jack_ said:

No coverage is the best coverage.

If it's truly worth knowing about you'll find out through here or somewhere else without going looking for it.

That's my ethos anyway.



That's a silly ethos tho! It's not just about the best it's about seeing the highlights etc it's a genuinly interesting event 

meltedbuzzbox

sweepy said:

Line 6 need to do their version of the Fractal FX8, it'd sell shitloads

I think that's what is coming line 6 HX FX.
Helix style fx only pedal. Apparently listed at $599

Moe_Zambeek

Pretty much everything is being teased on Instagram already.

stonevibe

I have a whole heap of stuff to write about for NAMM for the site, it is all embargoed until the show and so I can't share. However, I usually watch YouTube and check out here and TGP/Reddit etc for news.

rossyamaha

meltedbuzzbox said:

sweepy said:

Line 6 need to do their version of the Fractal FX8, it'd sell shitloads

I think that's what is coming line 6 HX FX.
Helix style fx only pedal. Apparently listed at $599

Sshh. ;-)

Fortheloveofguitar

meltedbuzzbox said:

sweepy said:

Line 6 need to do their version of the Fractal FX8, it'd sell shitloads

I think that's what is coming line 6 HX FX.
Helix style fx only pedal. Apparently listed at $599

Just found some images and looks good but that’s bound to be at least £599 here so probably better to just pay the extra and buy an LT

digitalscream

Fortheloveofguitar said:

meltedbuzzbox said:

sweepy said:

Line 6 need to do their version of the Fractal FX8, it'd sell shitloads

I think that's what is coming line 6 HX FX.
Helix style fx only pedal. Apparently listed at $599

Just found some images and looks good but that’s bound to be at least £599 here so probably better to just pay the extra and buy an LT

What makes you say that? The LT is $999 over there and £685 over here.

Fortheloveofguitar

digitalscream said:

Fortheloveofguitar said:

meltedbuzzbox said:

sweepy said:

Line 6 need to do their version of the Fractal FX8, it'd sell shitloads

I think that's what is coming line 6 HX FX.
Helix style fx only pedal. Apparently listed at $599

Just found some images and looks good but that’s bound to be at least £599 here so probably better to just pay the extra and buy an LT

What makes you say that? The LT is $999 over there and £685 over here.

Didn’t realise that line 6 are staggering prices across the pond.  Assumed they were like all the other greedy gits whereby $=£ 

Refreshing to see that