How to use the Helix LT (Basic setup and explanations)

Timestamps:
:18 Intro Rambling
1:37 View Modes on the Helix LT
2:21 Footswtiching Modes
4:11 Snapshot mode and how to lock it
6:28 How to use with a DAW/FRFR/PA
7:52 How to use as a stompbox into front of amp
9:10 How to use the Helix in a 4 cable method explanation and diagrams (why it works that way and signal chain)
11:42 Using the Helix LT into the power section of your amp
13:34 Using the Helix as a recording interface (DI and Re-amp options too)
16:22 Presets BASIC explanation

Did you recently just buy a Helix LT?
Do you not want to read the manual either?
This video might be for you. In it, I go through some of the basic functionality of the helix, some different ways I've discovered how I can use in in my signal chain, and some basic tips on getting it up and running.
This IS NOT an in-depth video of usage or the finer details. There's tons better videos for that.
This is just to get you going and maybe answer some questions you might have about how to make it do what you want.
Hopefully this helps someone!

[ginoames]

I got my Helix LT yesterday. This is the perfect start up video. Bravo!

[RackhirTheRed]

This is exactly what I needed. Thank you so much!

[marlboro]

This was one of the best and super clear explanations available. Sincerely appreciated!!!

[loganlewis]

You're genuinely a funny dude. Don't stop.

[itsjohnnymillion]

I have an LT on the way and this is the best video I've found on basic operations so far. Thanks!

[Stromgol]

Best video for understanding the basics. Thanks a lot.

[NicoA]

Very helpful, I was exactly looking for such a video. Glad I was not alone being overwhelmed at first.
Very cool with the timestamps as well, but one suggestion: to make them visible in the video's timeline, I think you should indicate your first stamp with 0:00, and then youtube will automatically recognize it.

[adambriggs]

Super helpful stuff!
Plus I love that you don't take yourself too seriously. I hope to see more videos from you soon.

[theabominablemattd]

The diagrams for the different setup options really helped me out Thanks a mill Colton!

[JDre]

🤘🏼 MASSIVELY helpful!
Excellent work, bro 👍🏼

While my HelixLT is in supply-chain-limbo, I went down a tutorial rabbit-hole so I could better understand this unit out-of-the-box (primarily for live application). Your video was HANDS-DOWN the most concise, most efficient & uniquely personable tutorial for setting a proper foundation for understanding signal-flow, presets & switches. Can’t wait to play. Never change. Stay frosty.

[ilovegsus]

Thanks...I really appreciate the timestamps stuff hehe.

[paulsturgill]

Received my LT 2 days ago, coming from the 500x. Great video, man.

[TheoSalvatore]

1:33 got me😂😂great vid I'm thinking of buying one myself, also I subbed you got some comedy lol

[cirjames]

Colton your video is extremely helpful. Thank you for sharing with us.

[danc]

Nice job on this video. I use my recently purchased Helix LT with an Orange Pedal Baby (highly recommended) power amp into a real 2x12 and 4x12 cabinet. I use AMP blocks only, not PREAMP because of the volume differences and the AMP block gives you allot more tone editing options. I highly recommend a EQ block right after the AMP block for more tone shaping if ever needed when playing live or at rehearsal.

[luismiguelclemente]

I wonder if you can explain how to integrate the helix with the Ox Box or perhaps the Boss Tube Amp Expander!?

[matthemus]

Hey thanks for the video. First one I’ve seen about how to get into snapshots. Also you explained very clearly how to use the unit outside of an amp/cab modeler. I’m familiar with ir’s and loading those into the helix and using them was a no brainer. What I would like some more info on is the snapshots. I don’t completely understand them and how they are useful other than avoiding latency issues versus just switching between presets. I’ve only had my helix lt for about a day but out of the box it sounds pretty damn good and I’ve been a tube amp guy my whole life. It’s just not as straightforward as the analog approach. If you have any insight into the snapshots that would be greatly appreciated. Thanks again for the video!

[burnedclutch]

Yeah right on buddy, the bit after the four cable method about using the send return to bypass pre amp and using it as a second powered speaker cab along with my line 6 212 powercab. so now i can two different effects paths. if that makes sense lmao! . I have watched every possible video on helix lt and has helped but missing piece i didnt know i was missing until yer vid! i'm still tryna get looper to work as effortlessly as they make it look. part of it is the actual coordination with feet while playing with hands. why i have never tried being a drummer. anyway do a looper vid please! cheers !

[PNWGuitar]

How do you control the overall output lvl for a live aetting scenario, such as sending the di out to foh and perhaps another our to an frfr for stage volume?

[strumlead]

Thanks so much for the initial overview and explanations! I've been using the Zoom G5n and contemplating going to the Helix, but the Helix interface is so poor in my opinion. Zoom G5n and G11 have better user friendly interfaces on the pedalboard and computer. Maybe not as versatile or deep as the Helix but in my view, more realistic and easy to use. thanks again!