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NAMM 2019: Line 6 show off new Shuriken Variax finishes
28 Jan · The highly customisable Line 6 Shuriken Variax guitar that once only came in black will now be available in the UK with new colours for 2019.
NAMM 2019: Line 6 Helix 2.8 update – K.O.T added
27 Jan · Looks like Winter NAMM had a few teases for Helix users. A Limited Edition Helix? And new firmware due including King Of Tone / K.O.T. and the Zendrive!
NAMM 2019: Line 6 Relay G10S stomp box wireless system
25 Jan · Line 6 has added the new G10S to their 24-bit wireless product range. This rugged pedal format system could be perfect for musicians wanting to go cableless.
Line 6 HX Stomp: All the power of Helix in a smaller format?
05 Oct 2018 · New Line 6 HX Stomp combines all the sounds and effects of the Helix range, yet manages to squeeze them into a much smaller pedal format.
Line 6 Helix Firmware 2.60 update adds two new amp channels and four effects
03 Jul 2018 · Today Line 6 released the long-awaited 2.60 firmware update for its Helix product line, with new boutique amp channels, effects and an easier to use looper function.
Summer NAMM 2018: Is the Line 6 Spider V 20 the ultimate home amp?
29 Jun 2018 · The updated 2018 Spider V 20 looks like it includes everything you need to quickly set up a decent sound and make some music. Is this the ideal package for practising at home?
Line 6 Shuriken Variax SR250 Guitar: Standard length for more appeal?
22 Jun 2018 · Line 6 has just added a new standard scale length version of its Variax Shuriken guitar with more appeal to players that aren't used to baritone guitars but want all the possibilities of guitar modelling.
UK’s first ever FX-FEST pedal extravaganza on 2 June 2018 at Mansons Guitars
06 May 2018 · At this special UK event dedicated to pedals, guitar players will be able to try out hundreds of analogue and digital effects, from hand-built boutique FX to the big names in the pedal industry.
Line 6 Powercab 112 and 112 Plus: Compact power for your Helix floor pedal?
11 Apr 2018 · It looks like Line 6 has tried to construct the perfect partner for its Helix range of floor pedal modellers - these new powered cabs can simulate six different speakers and deliver plenty of power.
Virtual Guitar Amp Software Round-up Part One: Line 6 Helix Native
30 Mar 2018 · Which virtual amp software should you buy? In this new series, I give my thoughts and opinions on all the major virtual amp packages. First up on my test bench is Line 6' Helix Native software package
Line 6 Echo Farm 3.0 now available in VST/AU format for all DAWs
22 Mar 2018 · A while ago, Line 6 resurrected its classic Echo Farm effect as an AAX Native plug-in, and now offers Echo Farm 3 in VST and AU formats. A welcome nod to another era in FX, the price may put off some.
Line 6 Helix 2.5 Update now available – and it was worth the wait
10 Feb 2018 · As we reported during NAMM, Line 6 had planned a big Helix 2.5 update - now it's here and adds a bag of effects and two very convincing boutique amp models.
Jef’s Top 3 Bits of Guitar Gear and Gadgets at NAMM 2018
04 Feb 2018 · Our favourite three cool, exciting new guitar related products for 2018 all revealed at this year's Winter NAMM Show, with gear by Fender, Line 6 and Game Changer Audio.
NAMM 2018: Line 6’s Helix 2.5 update imminent – and it’s huge.
26 Jan 2018 · It's official, the list of effects and new boutique amp models for Line 6's Helix has been finally announced and it is coming soon!