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The Line 6 HX Stomp packs the power and tone of the flagship Helix into an ultracompact stompbox design. With over 300 amps, cabs and effects modeled from Helix, M-Series and legacy Line 6 products, it provides a studio-quality guitar or bass rig in a rugged metal chassis built for stage and studio. The HX Stomp utilizes the same high-performance DSP chip and HX Modeling technology as Helix for pristine 24-bit/96kHz audio with an incredible 123dB of dynamic range.

Professional Processing Power

Run up to six simultaneous amp, cab and effect blocks at once, including a looper and IR loading. The HX Stomp provides extensive tone-crafting options for complex signal chains and split/parallel routing. The latest free firmware update adds additional amps, cabs, effects and features to keep your rig up to date.

Intuitive Control

Despite its small size, the HX Stomp is easy to operate with three capacitive-sensing footswitches, a color LCD display and external options. Connect two expression pedals or footswitches to the TRS input for additional control. Send program changes and automation via MIDI. The free HX Edit app provides extended editing and preset management on your Mac, PC, iOS or Android device.

Premium Audio

The HX Stomp delivers pristine 24-bit/96kHz audio with 123dB of dynamic range for depth, clarity and an ultralow noise floor. Premium components are utilized throughout for uncolored tone in any application—feeding an amp, going direct to FOH, re-amping in the studio or recording. A stereo effects loop and flexible I/O routing provide sophisticated integration into complex rigs.

Compact Yet Powerful

Despite its small size, the HX Stomp contains a complete guitar or bass rig for stage, studio and practice. Use it as a backup or travel rig, practice/rehearsal setup or complete guitar/bass recording solution. The durable metal chassis is built to withstand the demands of live performance in a package that fits into a backpack pocket.

Helix 3.80 firmware update (as of Nov. 2024), is free to download by any owners of this product.
This free firmware update for Helix and HX hardware devices and the 3.80 software update for the Helix Native plug-in finally delivers six of the most requested amp channels and four unique cabs. Although the focus is on new amps and cabs, please note that the HX Effects processor and HX One pedal will still receive a new free effect.

Based on the Bogner Ecstasy and EVH 5150III (6L6), these new models round out the portfolio of amps, and the Teardrop Bass Q represents the first new Wah since v1.0.

The update gives you the following:

NEW AMP MODELS
For Helix Floor, Helix Rack, Helix LT, Helix Native, HX Stomp XL and HX Stomp
• US Super Nrm, based on* the Fender Super Reverb (normal channel)
• US Super Vib, based on* the Fender Super Reverb (vibrato channel)
• German Xtra Red, based on* the Bogner Ecstasy 101B (EL34) (red channel)
• German Xtra Blue, based on* the Bogner Ecstasy 101B (EL34) (blue channel)
• EV Panama Blue, based on* the EVH 5150III 100 [6L6] (Blue channel)
• EV Panama Red, based on* the EVH 5150III 100 [6L6] (Red channel)

NEW CABS
For Helix Floor, Helix Rack, Helix LT, Helix Native, HX Stomp XL, and HX Stomp
• 4x10 US Super (Single, Dual), captured from* the Fender Super Reverb
• 4x12 Cartog Guv (Single, Dual), captured from* Ben Adrian's Cartographer cabinet (Modified Lee Jackson 4x12 with Eminence Governor speakers)
• 4x12 Cartog C90 (Single, Dual), captured from* Ben Adrian's Cartographer cabinet (Modified Lee Jackson 4x12 with Mesa C90 speakers)
• 4x12 SoloLead EM (Single, Dual), captured from* the Soldano SLO 4x12 cabinet

NEW EFFECT
For Helix Floor, Helix Rack, Helix LT, Helix Native, HX Effects, HX Stomp XL, HX Stomp and HX One
• Wah > Teardrop Bass Q (Mono, Stereo), based on* the Dunlop 105Q bass wah

Line 6 HX Stomp Multi-Effects Processor Pedal
Line 6 HX Stomp Multi-Effects Processor Pedal
Line 6 HX Stomp Multi-Effects Processor Pedal

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  • Utilizes the same DSP chip and HX Modeling as Helix
  • Compact yet extremely powerful
  • Highest possible audio quality throughout, plus both true bypass and DSP bypass with trails
  • Over 300 effects and models from Helix, M-Series and legacy Line 6 products
  • Up to six simultaneous amp, cab and effect blocks (including a looper and IR loading) provide extensive tone-crafting options
  • A complete guitar or bass rig in one pedal
  • Three capacitive-sensing footswitches with color-coded LED rings facilitate ease of use and fast editing
  • Split/parallel signal paths provide flexible routing for both simple and complex signal chains
  • TRS dual expression pedal/footswitch input extends creative control capabilities
  • Stereo effects loop (mono/stereo TRS send + stereo returns) facilitates use with other pedals
  • Includes Helix Firmware Update 3.8 free to download

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4.51

43 Reviews

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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HX stomp rocks!
Helix Stomp small but powerful
Great sound in a small package
It's worth it

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Versatility is in the eye of the beholder

the previous reviewer, while he loved the unit, lamented its lack of live versatility. I disagree. Picture a world in which you already have a big, fat 1/2 stack and foot-pedal live rig, with a modern, high gain, mid-switchable tube amp (v3, JVM, H+K, Laney, Engle, et cetera), and you are foot switching with midi. This little unit at x.x ounces becomes a huge-sounding replacement for your 160lbs of amp and cabinet, without any fear of blowing tubes, and never having to carry more than a pedal board, and WITHOUT paying $1500.00 for a Helix. It actually integrates seamlessly with my own live pedal board, which includes analog out front effects, including talkbox, wah, phase 90, micro flanger , a dd3 delay out front for repeat effects and a tube screamer. Add that pedal cost up, already invested. Instead of 'channel switching now, I use my 4 button Randall Midi footswitch to switch patches between Helix HX programs for Lead, Rhythm, Clean, and boosted clean, with effects-loop effects like delay, chorus and reverb on each model from within the Helix. It is, in essence, a 175lb weight loss and portability bargain. Instead of paying $1500.00 for a solution that replaces ALL of my investment, I cut out almost 200 pounds at less than half the price, without making my current outboard effects investments useless. It is a win-win for already-invested live musicians, on top of all its other features.

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Without editor you are screwed!

Need to update operating system on computer to use editor software. Otherwise sounds like cheap whacky multifx pedal or dir pedal. Bought for amp models for playing through headphones. They do not sound authentic at all. I know about screwing around with impulse responses on pedal. Mic position and type, changing speaker. Lots of people are claiming you need to buy impulse responses for 20-30$ to tweak sound better. But for price you may drive yourself nuts. NAMM winter 2020 is just around corner and these are not selling so hot. I had something previous that sounded way more authentic in tone to amps and inspired me to play. Eventide uses Bluetooth technology for h9, isnt line 6 doing it instead sticking a dated printer cable into a computer? Still fighting to figure out this thing. BTW the line 6 m series should have been updated w/ fx on here even if their switches suck. I have/had four line 6 modeler pedals and found them to be greatly enjoyable. On the hx stomp, sounds like digital modeled compressed phoniness. Answers I await!

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  1. Performances34
  2. Home Studio31
  3. Amateur Recording23
  4. Professional Recording21
  5. Outdoor Events / Games16
Cons
  1. Limited Functions6
  2. Poor Sound Quality2
  3. Pricey / Poor Value2
  4. Does not Dejent1
  5. High gain tones sound and feel artificial1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced26
  2. Professional Musician12
  3. Novice2
Pros
  1. Compact39
  2. Versatile32
  3. Good Audio25
  4. Lightweight22
  5. Durable21

Reviewed by 43 customers

  • Line 6 HX stomp unbeatable !

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byCherif

    fromSherman oaks

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Line 6 Helix family product HX stomp has the most realistic amp sims extremely easy operations IR loader single and split signal chain amazing effects no better product in this price range.

  • Solid build

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byArt

    fromSummerville sc

    It was a very nice solid build seem like it may work for some folks just wasn't my thing I did return it but I'm sure that it would be great for someone looking for multiple effects in one unit.

  • Does not DJENT

    3

    submitted3 years ago

    byJustin

    fromOhio

    Hard to get it to Djent

  • HX stomp rocks!

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byJohn

    fromLos Angeles, CA

    This is an amazing effects processor for guitar and bass! Instead of a mess of pedals, wires, cables, etc this one box can take care of all your needs! Highly recommended!

  • Swiss Army Knife of effects pedals and Modelers

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byChristian

    fromEl Cerrito, CA

    I replaced my trusty and awesome T.C. Electronic Nova System which so faithfully served me on my pedal board for more than 10 years and 100's of shows, with this beast of a machine. I'm loving the HX Stomp as the effects brain on my board. And would recommend it for any musician who wants to do more with less and downsize their effects pedal board. Now while this is a fantastic amp modeler and IR box, I'm using with my Marshall Jubilee 2525H and Marshall 1960A 4x12 cab with V30's. This mostly serves as my effects machine, but every so often I do run a preamp amp into my FX loop to get the Fender, Vox, Friedman BE or Soldano preamp sound thru my Marshall's power section, keeping tubes in the mix. In the future I plan to use the modeler + IR config for anything theater-based or in a touring rig where I have limits to weight and size when traveling.

  • Big things come in small packages

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byAndy, C

    fromGoodlettsville, TN

    I have been an amp and pedal guy for over 15+ years. I've owned several amps and pedalboards over the years and always wanted more out of my sound. I play bass and my typical rig consists of a split signal with a deep low end and some nice grit on top, which can be hard to achieve. Enter the HX Stomp. This robust unit lets you create signal chains that would otherwise be impossible to implement in a live situation. The amp and cab emulations are amazing and sound huge. From the SVT and G&K to the older Sunn and Acoustic amps, everything just sounds great. Very impressed with the hundreds of effects as well. The compressors, overdrives, flangers and modulation pedals all sound spot on, with little to no noise at all. The only aspect that I haven't been 100% impressed with is the synth/octave sections of this unit. They track well, but just sound a little off. I suppose that could be user error as there are so many parameters that can be adjusted within this little box. Overall I highly recommend this product to anyone looking to consolidate their live rig or just add to an existing pedal board. You won't regret it.

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  • submitteda year ago

    asked bySteve

    fromValpo IN

    Does it come with its own power cord?

    Does it come with its own power cord?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, the power supply is included.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byConradzxy

    fromSingapore

    Do I need an adapter to use this if I were to travel to other countries?

    Do I need an adapter to use this if I were to travel to other countries?

    Open Reply - Gear-Adviser
    Yes.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byandres

    fromchile

    the blemish product has the power source?

    the blemish product has the power source?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    The used/blemished items will not come with the power adapter

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byfarmer with a shotgun

    fromCO

    How long is the power adapter cable?

    How long is the power adapter cable?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    3 meters.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byPdcreative

    fromColumbus

    Anybody used any of the bass models

    Anybody used any of the bass models

    Open Reply - Beau
    There are presets created specifically for bass players, as well as individual bass amp and cab models. These bass models sound very good.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked bybadooshi

    fromHouston, TX

    Hey, I am very interested in buying an HX stomp but just wondering if it comes IR ready or if you have to purchase IR's separately?

    Hey, I am very interested in buying an HX stomp but just wondering if it comes IR ready or if you have to purchase IR's separately?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This effects pedal does come IR ready. They don't need to be purchased separately.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byMark

    fromIL

    Are you able to add external foot switches for more preset options on the fly?

    Are you able to add external foot switches for more preset options on the fly?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    It has an input for the expression pedal/footswitch.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byAdam

    fromIllinois

    Can I route the Helix Stomp to a power amp and front of house at the same time? I know with the Helix floorboard products you can but not sure about the Stomp due to it's lack of xlr outputs.

    Can I route the Helix Stomp to a power amp and front of house at the same time? I know with the Helix floorboard products you can but not sure about the Stomp due to it's lack of xlr outputs.

    Open Reply - Charles
    This does not have a balanced output so it may require an DI box to balance out the signal to send to the front of the house.
    Open Reply - Charles
    This does not have a balanced output so it may require an DI box to balance out the signal to send to the front of the house.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byAndy G

    fromCerritos

    Hi! I´m in a hurry and would need it in the cerritos store at 10-10-2018. Is there any chance for that to be possible? Thank you!

    Hi! I´m in a hurry and would need it in the cerritos store at 10-10-2018. Is there any chance for that to be possible? Thank you!

    Open Reply -
    We do have expedited shipping options at the time of checkout, yes