User Manual
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What is Variax?
Line 6 Variax guitarsfeaturespecialelectronicsthatmodelthesoundofotherspecic
guitars and instruments, as well as allow for instant retuning of each string. Helix and
Variaxworktogetherinpowerfulandexibleways.Youcan:
• Store Variax model, tuning, and/or volume and tone knob positions with a
Helix preset or snapshot and recall them instantly
• Toggle between two Variax models and/or tunings via footswitch or MIDI CC
• Turn the Variax volume and/or tone knobs to remotely control one or more
Helixampandeectsparameters.YoucouldalmostthinkofthemasEXP4
and EXP 5
• Split Variax modeled and magnetic signals, process them separately through
independent signal paths, and either mix them together or route them to dif-
ferent Helix outputs
• Power the Variax modeling engine via a VDI (CAT-5 or Ethercon) cable, elimi-
nating the need for the removable battery.