Upgrading from POD Go to Helix or HX Stomp?
Bring your compatible presets with you instead of rebuilding every amp, effect and snapshot by hand.
Convert compatible POD Go .pgp presets into Helix Floor / LT and HX Stomp / XL .hlx files. Less time recreating settings. More time playing.
Two good reasons
Whether you're moving to a new processor or discovering new sounds, your preset collection shouldn't hold you back.
Bring your compatible presets with you instead of rebuilding every amp, effect and snapshot by hand.
Found a great POD Go tone on YouTube or CustomTone? Convert a compatible .pgp preset into a starting point for your own rig.
How it works
No complex installation. HelixTools runs in your browser and processes preset files locally.
Open the downloaded HelixTools HTML app, then choose or drop in your .pgp preset file.
Select Helix Floor / LT, HX Stomp or HX Stomp XL and review the available conversion options.
Download the resulting .hlx preset, import it into HX Edit, and check the sound and assignments.
The important details
HelixTools aims to preserve compatible preset data, while making hardware limitations visible.
Transfer compatible model parameters, blocks and bypass states.
Preserve compatible snapshot data and footswitch assignments.
Manage the 8-block limit on both devices. HX Stomp lets you choose which 3 snapshots to keep, while HX Stomp XL supports 4 snapshots.
Your preset files are processed on your computer, not uploaded to a server.
Real customer feedback
Real words from people who use HelixTools.
“Fantastic product!!!! Saved me so much time. Worth every penny!!”
“You literally drag and drop the files into HelixTools and within seconds it converts the .pgp to .hlx.”
The same reviewer also praised the support and follow-up during testing.
“It works exactly as described and is a real timesaver.”
“I can spend more time playing my guitar now instead of trying to migrate my pod presets over to Helix.”
The reviewer also said the utility is worth more than its price.
Before you buy
Clear expectations lead to better results.
No. Conversion depends on compatible models and hardware limits. Some presets need adjustment in HX Edit, and you should verify the result by listening.
Custom IR audio is not embedded by HelixTools. You'll need to import the original IR into your destination device and verify its assignment.
Yes, the software includes dedicated targets and conversion controls for HX Stomp and HX Stomp XL. Some hardware-specific controller assignments can still require manual review.
No. HelixTools is an independently developed third-party utility, not affiliated with or endorsed by Line 6 or Yamaha Guitar Group.
POD Go presets on Helix
Found a great POD Go tone or switching to another processor? Read our step-by-step explanation of .pgp to .hlx conversion, supported devices, IR files and the limitations to check before you buy.
Ready to spend less time rebuilding?
Get HelixTools POD Go Converter and keep playing the tones you worked hard to create.