Line 6 HX Stomp XL Limited-Edition Multi-Effects Pedal White


Description
The Line 6 HX Stomp XL limited-edition white multi-effects pedal brings immense modeling power in a compact stompbox design. With the HX Stomp XL, guitarists can dial up authentic amp tones and craft complex effects chains with over 300 amp, cab and effect models derived from Line 6's flagship Helix products. Despite its small size, the HX Stomp XL supports up to 8 simultaneous processing blocks for crafting lush soundscapes. The intuitive interface features eight color-coded capacitive footswitches to easily select presets and make parameter adjustments on the fly. Use it as the heart of a professional live rig or recording setup with its stereo I/O, two FX loops and eight-in/six-out USB audio interface capabilities. The rugged die-cast metal chassis can withstand the rigors of the stage. With the Line 6 HX Stomp XL, guitarists have immense tonal flexibility right at their feet.
Dial up Inspiring Guitar Tones With Over 300 Amp and Effect Models
At the core of the HX Stomp XL are over 300 amp, cab and effect models derived from Line 6's acclaimed Helix line. The models capture the true dynamic response and nuanced tone of classic and modern amps, cabs and effects. Strum a Telecaster through a blackface Fender Twin model for crystalline cleans. Crank up a Rectifier model for thunderous modern high-gain distortion. Craft lush soundscapes by combining multiple modulation, delay and reverb effects. The deep model set enables guitarists to recreate classic tones or explore new sonic territory. Since the models share the same DSP and coding as Helix products, they deliver exceptional sound quality, feel and realism.
Intuitive Interface With Capacitive Footswitches for On-Stage Control
The HX Stomp XL is designed for guitarists who need to tweak tones and effects in real time. The eight capacitive-touch footswitches enable quick preset selection and parameter adjustments mid-song. Their LED collars light up in different colors to indicate the current footswitch assignments. The intuitive interface also provides knobs and buttons for tweaking amp and effect models on the fly. View parameter details on the full-color LCD. Despite its high level of sophistication, the HX Stomp XL is straightforward to operate on stage or in the studio. Guitarists can focus on their playing rather than diving through menus.
Craft Complex Rigs With 8 Simultaneous Processing Blocks
Beneath its compact exterior, the HX Stomp XL provides immense processing capabilities. Each preset can have up to 8 processing blocks active simultaneously. Use it to craft elaborate rigs with multiple amps, intricate effects chains, complex routing and more. The robust DSP enables studio-quality sound, even with multiple HD models active. Program each footswitch to turn individual effects on and off for further real-time sound sculpting. Save up to 4 variations per preset to accommodate different parts of a song. Despite its portable size, the HX Stomp XL provides immense creative flexibility.
Professional Connectivity for Any Playing Scenario
The HX Stomp XL readily integrates into a variety of live and studio scenarios thanks to its flexible I/O options. It provides a stereo FX loop for integrating external pedals and rack effects. Use the USB port to connect to a DAW and utilize the HX Stomp XL as an 8-in/6-out audio interface with near-zero latency monitoring. The HX Stomp XL also supports 4-cable amp setups, re-amping workflows and expansion jacks for expression pedals. With its pro-level connectivity, the HX Stomp XL can serve as the hub of a studio recording rig or the heart of a professional live setup.
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



Features
- 2 discrete signal paths with 400+ amps, cabs and effects
- HX modeling delivers authentic feel and exceptional sound quality
- 8 capacitive-touch color-coded footswitches
- True stereo, 2 effects loops, plus 8-in/6-out USB audio interface
- Limited-edition white version
- Includes firmware update 3.8
Reviews
4.15
185 Reviews
81%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Most Liked Positive Review
A very cool guitar, if you're into the 1980's shred thing!
I have been in the market for an 80's style shredder for a few years now. As a big fan of George Lynch, in particular the stuff he did from 1985 to 1990, I've been looking for a used ESP Skulls and Snakes model. That said, they are hard to find on the used market, and they command a premium price. Enter the Friedman Cali model. With its high-output humbuckers, Floyd Rose tremolo, and single volume knob, it's got similar specs as the Skulls and Snakes, and with a much lower point of entry. So, I jumped on it, and I am glad I did. I've spent the last few days getting to know my new Friedman Cali and I can say with confidence this is an excellent guitar for the price. That said, it does have some minor drawbacks that I will gladly look past given how amazing the guitar feels and sounds. My particular guitar was a scratch and dent, which in my case means pre-owned. I say this because when I took delivery of the guitar, I noticed a tremolo stop had been installed, poorly I might add. I confirmed with Friedman they did not install these at the factory; hence my opinion the guitar was previously sold to another customer. In any case, there are no other blemishes or visual imperfections to speak of other than, of course, the factory relic job. After my initial inspection, I put the guitar back in the case to chill out for 24 hours to acclimate to the environment. After that, I remove the old strings, cleaned and polished the frets, lubricated the hardware, applied contact cleaner to the pot and switch, put on fresh strings, and gave it a proper set-up. Some things I noticed during the whole process: the b-string tuner doesn't seem to work as smoothly as the other tuners. These appear to be Hipshot open gear locking tuners, similar to what I have on my Tyler, and I know they usually work very well. Next time I change strings, i will pull the tuner and take it apart for inspection. Another thing I noticed is the screw-in style tremolo bar on the Floyd Rose. This is simply an antiquated design and needs to go the way of the rest of the dinosaurs: extinction. I much prefer the convenience, feel, and adjustability of the drop-in replacement bar, so that is what I installed. Now the tremolo feels expressive and smooth, and the bar drops in quickly. Once I got the Cali set up, I was amazed how comfortable it is to play. Let's first talk materials and craftsmanship. The relic job on the maple neck and fingerboard, combined with the rolled fret edges and slick fret crowning, make this guitar feel like you've been playing it for decades. It's really quite special and something you have to play to understand. because of the compound radius and excellent fretwork, I am able to set the action very low without excessive buzzing. I use 9-gauge strings, and two tremolo springs are sufficient to ensure the tremolo sits parallel to the body while keeping low tension on the strings. Bending is super easy and very smooth, and the tremolo feels so expressive. The guitar just feels slinky and rather addicting to play. On the tone front, it's an absolute monster. The Friedman Classic pickups feature Alnico 5 magnets, which happen to be my favorite for hard rock tones. The bridge pickup sounds thick with gobs of sustain, while the neck pickup is round and fat. Both pickups are articulate and clear, and allow single notes in complex chords to shine through. Rolling back the volume knob will clean up your tone nicely, especially with a good tube amp. These guitars were a collaboration between Dave Friedman and Grover Jackson. Unfortunately, they are no longer working together, and Grover has moved to the Nashville, TN area. I do believe Friedman guitars will be hitting the market again soon, made by someone other than Grover. With that said, the Grover-era are pretty amazing guitars, and may become harder to find. So, if you are in the market for a 1980's super-Strat style shredder, I'd recommend checking out a Grover-era Friedman while you can.
Most Liked Negative Review
Amazing bass with a major flaw
Being mainly a guitarist, this bass is perfectly ideal for what my needs are. A great bass with a great sound/tone for recording, and many option with the knobs to fine tune and tweak that sound to my preference. However, my biggest gripe is that the string action is ridiculously tight for this bass. I like to play with ticker gauge strings, as I typically go for lower tunings, but this bass is (ironically with it being a 5 string) is simply not made for it. The action towards the neck of the fretboard makes thicker strings unplayable. They make contact with the fretboard at around the 2nd-3rd fret, and raising the bridge to compensate isn't enough. To make matters worse, the screws that are used to raise the strings on the bridge are very easily stripped, and I'm struggling to find any sort of replacements for them.
Filters
Best Uses
- Practice4
- Recording3
- Metal songs1
- Rock songs1
- fun. and looking cool shredding for the normies1
Cons
- None5
- Poor Quality2
- Virtually no low end warmth.1
- Kind of expensive1
- Shipping box arrived damaged1
Describe Yourself
- Beginner2
- 74 years old, been playing 60 years.1
- Jazz, rock, classical player for 60 years1
- Metal,hard rock and instrumental rock1
- Retired 64 YO beginning amateur1
Pros
- Sound4
- Attractive3
- Stays in Tune2
- Stays in tune2
- Tone2
Reviewed by 185 customers
Sounds really good
submitted20 days ago
byTrenton
fromGladwin county
This pedal sounds quite good. It is quite customizable. If you do buy this, if you do not have the cord used to power it, there is a battery adapter under the actual pedal part. you just put the black pins on the pedal in and take the pedal off. anyways, really good sound if you want a proper rock or metal distortion/overdrive for an affordable price.
Not too bad for the price
submitteda month ago
byJeff
fromNashville TN
Typical Chinese bling, the sound is lacking.
This drum is just like the vintage ones
submitteda month ago
byJeff
fromSeattle, WA
Play with freelance jazz and rock standards groups. All kinds of gigs and shows. I want to buy one of the sets.
Love this guitar.
submitteda month ago
byLarry
fromMinnesota
Love this guitar. Easy/Good tuning, very playable, thin neck is fast.
Its so good it fits my church setting well
submitteda month ago
byjordan
fromHamilton, new jersey
This product is the best drums i've ever played on because the shells are a nice color and when you tune the drums up, it sounds so good. When you play it in a open space it fills the room and when you play it in an enclosed space it sounds even better. All Im saying is that this is hands down one of the best drum sets.
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submitteda month ago
byETHAN
fromMission Viejo, CA
Electronics are really good. Was going to use it for jamming and professional playing. However, I could not lower the action due to stripped saddle screws
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