It’s not often we see the standard price of something drop in this post-pandemic world and with everything going on at the moment, it sometimes feels like the cost of living is never going to go down. So it was with delight we read the news that both the Line 6 Helix LT and Helix Floor are getting a massive $200 price drop at all retailers, with price reductions already reflected at both Sweetwater and Guitar Center.
According to chief product design architect Eric Klein, Helix Floor, and LT were always supposed to be at these prices, and dropping them is something Line 6 and Yamaha have been working on for some time. If you just bought either of these units and you’re holding your head in your hands at the moment, try contacting your retailer, as we’ve heard users report both Sweetwater and Guitar Center are refunding the difference if yours was bought within a certain timeframe.
So what’s the difference between the two units? On the face of it, they both look very similar and truth be told, they are identical when it comes to amp tones and effects models. The LT was designed as a slimmed-down version of the original Helix Floor, doing away with some features to provide a more focused experience. It still has the same DSP power as the bigger version and all the amp models and effects, but the connectivity is slightly reduced versus the bigger version.
If you prefer full-fat over zero, then the Line 6 Helix Floor is the flagship offering with all the bells and whistles. Packed with loads of connectivity to integrate into the most complex setups, it’s an all-encompassing amp modeler that delivers everything you’ll need whether you’re recording in the home studio or playing live.
