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Line 6 Helix Native is the desktop plugin version of Helix amp and effects modeling, bringing HX block routing and model libraries into any major DAW.
Plugin comparison
Line 6 Helix Native vs TONEX 2 Player
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which effect to buy.
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TONEX 2 Player is IK Multimedia's free capture-based amp and tone modeler, with a rebuilt browser, Smart Search and 60,000-plus free ToneNET captures.
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Specs compared
| Signal | Line 6 Helix Native | TONEX 2 Player |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $399 | Free (paid TONEX editions and TONEX Rig available) |
| Dubspot Score | 8.8 | — |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, Audio Units (AU, Mac), AAX, Standalone |
| Type | Guitar amp & multi-effects modeler plugin | — |
| Hardware relation | Desktop counterpart to Helix floor/rack modelers | — |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | — |
| Platforms | macOS and Windows hosts | — |
| Typical price | About $399 list; street prices often lower on sale | — |
| Shop | https://shop.line6.com/software/helix-native.html | — |
| Engine | — | AI Machine Modeling of amps, cabs and pedals |
| Library | — | Loads any TONEX tone model, plus 60,000+ free ToneNET captures |
| Browser | — | Smart Search, Favorites, Recently Used, Collections, custom folders |
| Mac formats | — | AU, VST3, AAX, standalone |
| Windows formats | — | VST3, AAX, standalone (64-bit) |
| System | — | macOS 11+ or Windows 10, Intel i3 or Apple Silicon, 4 GB RAM, 6 GB disk |
| Paid upgrades | — | TONEX 2 SE/full/MAX editions; TONEX Rig add-on (12-block chain, 76 FX) |
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