Using the Line 6 HX Effects with a Preamp (VHT Valvulator GP3)

In this video I resurrect my favorite tube preamp from my rack rig days, the VHT (now Fryette) Valvulator GP3, by substituting all of the accompanying pedals, loop switchers, rack effects, power amps, speaker cabinet and MIDI controller with a single, compact Line 6 HX Effects!

Thanks to Line 6 for making this video possible.
Thanks to Audio Technica for the microphone.

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I'm using the Ownhammer OH 412 RECTOR CB-NEO 7B-07 IR

[daveschlom]

When I watch this, I feel like I did today talking to a world class fly fisherman. I don't totally get it but I am fascinated by your expertise. And I know there are musicians out there that will benefit greatly from you generously sharing your extensive knowledge. All I know is that the end product you share through your performances gives me and my friends great joy. Thank you for all you do Richie.

[BenBreard]

Man i remember when that preamp came out. I couldn't afford one at the time but I wanted one so bad. They didn't seem to stick around too long either. It sounds great in the video. I wish they'd remake these.

[RobCowie]

Richie, please do more Helix videos. I love how you use the Line 6 products, and have learned something from every one of those videos. Cheers! 🤘😎

[GmanMusicProductions]

Your timing of this video was perfect! I just purchased a Synergy Syn-30 amp that has three midi channels to choose and I plan on using the HXFX in 4cm. Your explanation of the command center help me make sense of it. Thank you Richie!

[prsvshine]

Thanks for the MIDI info, I am slowly learning, but I can't wrap my head around it yet.

[kimsoundmusic]

Excuse me but the “all buttons on” at the end sounds like a tone to start the show with! I like it! 😂 And I like the video a lot. I get the midi stuff.

[getvicky]

Sounds killer! I've been toying with the idea of integrating my Synergy preamps with the HX Effects and your video really helps!

[galaxygooner]

Very cool video Ritchie! Although I am just an intermediate with a simple Zoom G5n it is great to learn all about the digital guitar world and what is possible. It was great seeing you and saying Hi (with a Pic!) at the BOC show in Burbank CA. You are a blessing to the YouTube guitar music world.

[chrsrans]

Just bought a hx effects off eBay and awaiting its arrival, I bought it to use with my bluguitar amp1 original model. I also have a Marshall jmp1 preamp and a boogie 20/20 power amp so will also be experimenting a little as I’m sure that the jmp1 has midi.

Great video and awesome tones.

[JimCardoza]

“This is not a tone you would not want to use live”
*proceeds to play exact tones i would play live

[Miles-To-Go]

This was awesome! Makes me regret not spending money on a Helix.

[karmacharmskittens]

...I love it when you talk tech, bubulah 😉 seriously, love learning about the music production side of what you do.

[JohnSpo]

I remember when you got that. You went from I think the Ampeg Reverberocket to that rig. It was killer!

[idanshahar]

Sounds great and that's a great preamp!
I'd use a physical pedal that can emulate a poweramp in between.
I used to use a HX -> Clean Tube preamp pedal (shiftline twin 2) ->Mooer Preamp Live (for poweramp emulation and IR)-> DAW
I have videos from about 1 year ago in my channel.

[realtruenorth]

Steve Fryette (former VHT) makes the best sounding amps I have ever played. Every guitarist should give one a test drive. I won't sell my Mesa, but my Fryette is my fav.

[uktmaxx]

did this with Helix Floor and a DT25 4CM and switching.... sounded great, but then realised that i could use the Line6 Link to control everything in the power stage too :)

[marionikolic]

I have mine linked with Mooer Preamp live in 4cm and it sounds great.I have Helix LT but this combination works better for me Thanks for the tips.

[noizewriter]

I really do think there's some "modern magic" to blending analog and digital in rigs and something both sides of the fence should try more often

[stupidfluffy]

Me, the entire time I am watching: What's that flashing red one? When will it be time to hit that flashing red one? Wonder if it turns on the Bat Signal, or self destructs the whole shooting match? Alas, the moment of truth for the flashing red one never came. At any rate, it was fun to watch Richie noodle around, testing the different sounds. Kinda like being at the eye doc - which one is better? 1, or 2? I bet someday it will all be contained in a little Apple watch type thing on Richie's wrist. Thanks for sharing your expertise with those who can understand it and benefit from it, Richie. And thanks for sharing it with the rest of us, too! 🤣

[JustDuppy]

Good video .. is it possible to use the HX as a send / return FX plugin into a mixer ?