LINE 6 HELIX STADIUM XL FLOOR AMP & EFFECTS PROCESSOR
and 
| Notice: This is a pre-order product. The expected arrival date is 31st May.
Precise expression pedal with toe switch
- 12 OLED Scribble Strips
- 2 variable impedance instrument inputs, 126+ dB dynamic range
- XLR mic preamp, 128 dB dynamic range
- S/PDIF in/out
- Supports up to 4 effects loops featuring 120+ dB dynamic range
- Supports up to 4 external expression pedals
- Supports up to 4 external amp control outs
- Supports up to 4 drum trigger inputs
- Nexus™ port for optional Expand D10 unit and future peripherals
- USB-C, USB-A, and removable 32GB microSD storage
- Robust internal power supply (IEC)
- Dual-piece extruded aluminum top chassis with folded steel baseplate
YOUR SOUND – CENTER STAGE
Helix® Stadium Family amp and effects processors establish a new benchmark—just as the original Helix processor did. Leveraging powerful DSP and the entirely new Agoura modeling methodology, they deliver extraordinary sound and responsiveness to playing dynamics, a sophisticated yet intuitive user interface, and unparalleled control capabilities. Plus, legacy Helix/HX® presets are compatible with Helix Stadium processors. The Helix Stadium Family comprises the Helix Stadium XL Floor and Helix Stadium Floor processors, the Expand D10 digital I/O expansion unit, the EX2™ expression pedal/toe switch, and the Helix Stadium Backpack. Let Helix Stadium products help you realize your musical vision.
- Entirely new Agoura modeling methodology
- Hype control morphs between ultra-authentic and idealized amp sounds
- Proxy amp, cab, and effect cloud-based cloning engine
- Preset compatibility with Helix/HX products
- High-resolution touch screenHigh-contrast OLED scribble strips (XL only)
- Focus View with contextual parameter control
- Preset Audition audio clips and information
- Showcase automation and playback engine
- Highly precise expression pedal with toe switch (XL only)
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth control
- Free Helix Stadium editing software
Agoura Models
Helix Stadium XL Floor and Helix Stadium Floor amp and effects processors will launch with 22 brand new Agoura amp models—including 16 new guitar amp models and 6 new bass amp models. But that’s only half the story! In this video, you’ll discover how many amp channels were modeled. The music bed features the Agoura ‘Brit Plexi’ model.
Touch Screen
Helix Stadium XL Floor and Helix Stadium Floor amp and effects processors have high-resolution 8-inch touch screens. Find out how you can quickly access and edit your presets, songs, and more. The music bed features the Agoura ‘Brit Plexi’ model.
Clock and Stopwatch
Having a built-in clock or stopwatch on the Helix Stadium XL Floor or Helix Stadium Floor amp and effects processors can be a game-changer for staying on time and avoiding overrunning your set, whether you're performing live or rehearsing.
Touchscreen User Interface
Having a built-in clock or stopwatch on the Helix Stadium XL Floor or Helix Stadium Floor amp and effects processors can be a game-changer for staying on time and avoiding overrunning your set, whether you're performing live or rehearsing.
Focus view lens
Focus View provides additional context and tools for the selected amp or effect. In this video, we take a look at how it could completely change the way you edit your tones.
Signal path + new icons
We've added new signal path icons to the Helix Stadium Floor and Helix Stadium XL Floor amp and effects processors. Intuitive signal paths help you create complex signal chains and quickly identify which effects are in your presets. Tone at the speed of thought.
Multiple inputs and outputs even allow you to process up to four instruments at once.
The music bed features the new Agoura ‘EV Panama Red’ model.
Differences between Stadium Floor and XL
Helix Stadium Family amp and effects processors establish a new benchmark—just as the original Helix processor did. Leveraging powerful DSP and the entirely new Agoura modeling methodology, they deliver extraordinary sound and responsiveness to playing dynamics, a sophisticated yet intuitive user interface, and unparalleled control capabilities. Plus, legacy Helix/HX presets are compatible with Helix Stadium processors.
In this video, Paul Hindmarsh compares the flagship Helix Stadium XL Floor with the more streamlined Helix Stadium Floor.
Favorites
Take streamlining your workflow to a new level with the Favorites menu on the Helix Stadium XL Floor and Helix Stadium Floor amp and effects processors.
In this video, learn how to quickly save and recall your most-used amps, cabs, and effects with your custom settings, organize them into folders, and more.
Hype control
Helix Stadium Agoura amp models all have their own unique Hype Knob. This control adjusts various behind-the-scenes parameters to make the amp model sound more produced.
| Amp Models (Channels) | 134 (152) | 134 (152) | 112 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabs | 46 | 46 | 87 |
| Presets | 512 (128 dynamic setlists x 32 banks x 4 presets, multiple backups to card) | 512 (128 dynamic setlists x 32 banks x 4 presets, multiple backups to card) | 1,024 (8 setlists x 32 banks x 4 presets) |
| Simultaneous Processing Blocks | Up to 48 (DSP permitting) | Up to 48 (DSP permitting) | Up to 32 (DSP permitting) |
| Signal Flow Options | Up to 4 stereo, serial or parallel, multiple splits/merges per path | Up to 4 stereo, serial or parallel, multiple splits/merges per path | Up to 4 stereo, serial or parallel |
| Snapshots | 8 per preset | 8 per preset | 8 per preset |
| Impulse Responses (IRs) | Thousands, freely organizable in nested folders | Thousands, freely organizable in nested folders | 128x 1024 or 2048-point |
| Global EQ | 3 (1/4", XLR, Phones; 5 fully parametric + low & high cut w/ variable slopes) | 3 (1/4", XLR, Phones; 5 fully parametric + low & high cut w/ variable slopes) | 1 (3 fully parametric + variable low & high cut) |
| Main Display (in/cm) | 8/20.3 touchscreen LCD | 8/20.3 touchscreen LCD | 6.2/16.5 (Color) |
| Footswitches | 12 capacitive touch w/ RGB rings + EXP toe switch + up to 4 external | 12 capacitive touch w/ RGB rings + EXP toe switch + up to 2 external | 12 capacitive touch w/ RGB rings + EXP toe switch |
| Footswitch Modes | Stomp A, Stomp B, Preset, Snapshot, Combo, Transport, Deluxe Looper, More | Stomp A, Stomp B, Preset, Snapshot, Combo, Transport, Deluxe Looper, More | Stomp, Preset, Snapshot, Looper, Pedal Edit |
| Footswitch Types | Latching, Momentary | Latching, Momentary | Latching, Momentary |
| Looper Types | Deluxe, 1 Switch, Shuffling | Deluxe, 1 Switch, Shuffling | 6 Switch, 1 Switch, Shuffling |
| Looper Memory (Full Speed) | 120 sec mono/60 sec stereo | 120 sec mono/60 sec stereo | 60 sec mono/30 sec stereo |
| Looper Memory (1/2 Speed) | 240 sec mono/120 sec stereo | 240 sec mono/120 sec stereo | 120 sec mono/60 sec stereo |
| 1/4” Inputs | Instrument 1, Instrument 2, Return 1-2, Return 3-4/Aux In | Instrument, Return 1-2/Aux In | Guitar, Aux, Return 1-4 |
| 1/4” Outputs | Main L/R, Send 1-2 | Main L/R, Send 1-2 | Main L/R, Send 1-4 |
| XLR Inputs | Mic pre w/ phantom power | Mic pre w/ phantom power | Mic pre w/ phantom power |
| XLR Outputs | Main L/R | Main L/R | Main L/R |
| Effect Loop(s) | 4x Send, 4x Return, stereo linkable | 2x Send, 2x Return, stereo linkable | 4x Send, 4x Return, stereo-linkable |
| Digital In | Nexus, S/PDIF | Nexus, S/PDIF | Variax VDI, S/PDIF |
| Digital Out | Nexus, S/PDIF | Nexus, S/PDIF | S/PDIF, AES/EBU/L6 LINK™ |
| Headphones | 1/4" stereo | 1/4" stereo | 1/4" stereo |
| MIDI | In, Out/Thru + USB | In, Out/Thru + USB | In, Out/Thru + USB |
| USB | USB C, USB A | USB C, USB A | USB B |
| USB Audio Interface | 8-in, 8-Out w/ Re-amping | 8-in, 8-Out w/ Re-amping | 8-In, 8-Out With Re-Amping |
| Memory card | micro SD (32GB preinstalled, removeable) | micro SD (32GB preinstalled, removeable) | --- |
| Remote Control | Showcase, Command Center | Showcase, Command Center | Command Center |
| Variable Impedance Circuitry | Instrument In 1, Instrument In 2 | Instrument In | Guitar In |
| Chassis | 2-piece extruded aluminum | Cast aluminum | Extruded aluminum |
| Treadle | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Scribble Strip LCDs | 12x 1.75"/4.45cm OLEDs | — | 13 x 2”/5cm |
| 1/4" Exp Pedal Inputs | Up to 4 | Up to 2 | EXP 2, EXP 3 |
| External Amp Control Outputs | Up to 4 | Up to 2 | 2 (1=Tip, 2=Ring) |
| G10T Wireless Transmitter | — | — | — |
| Relay Wireless Receiver | — | — | — |
| Power | IEC | IEC | IEC |
| Product Height (in/mm) | 3.6/92 | 3.2/82 | 3.8/96 |
| Product Width (in/mm) | 19.4/492 | 16/408 | 22.05/560 |
| Product Depth (in/mm) | 10.1/257 | 9.5/241 | 11.87/301 |
| Product Weight (lb/kg) | 11.5/5.25 | 7.5/3.4 | 14.6/6.6 |