Helix External Amp Channel Switching jack

Started by Elantric, January 12, 2016, 09:46:00 AM

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http://line6.com/support/page/kb/_/effects-controllers/helix/helix-ext-amp-jack-and-the-mesa-boogie-mark-v-25-r786

The Mesa Mark V:25 may have some connectivity issues when controlling it via the Ext Amp output on the Helix. You can control the EQ on/off (amp control 2), and sometimes cannot control channel select (amp control 1).. However, as a work-around, if you wire up an 11K 5% resistor in series with tip connection, the Helix is then able to control the Mark V's channel select as well.



Here is the info from the Helix FAQ for the Helix Ext amp jack and the Mesa Boogie Mark V 25 ...

http://line6.com/support/page/kb/_/...t-amp-jack-and-the-mesa-boogie-mark-v-25-r786

and a pic showing the 11k Ohm resistor in series with the cable tip...