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Fractal Audio Drive Models: Sonic Drive (based on: Ibanez Sonic Distortion SD-9)

Ibanez SD-9 Description Classic distortion from the Ibanez "9" series Yek’s Tip Turn up distortion, Turn down tone Original Controls Level (Level), Dist (Dist), Tone (Tone) This pedal is from the same era and series as the Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer. Scott Henderson probably is its most...
- yek
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- Feb 20, 2021
- Replies: 16
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Compulsion Distortion (based on: Fulltone OCD, v1)

Fulltone OCD Description A modern overdrive/distortion classic with a wide gain range Yek’s Tip Use the channels of the Drive block to dial in the model with various amounts of gain Original Controls Volume (Level), Drive (Drive), Tone (Tone), Low Peak/High Peak switch Fulltone’s...
- yek
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- Aug 14, 2020
- Replies: 18
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Hoodoo Drive (based on: Voodoo Lab Overdrive)

NOTE: An earlier version of this write-up assumed that the Hoodoo Drive was based on the Voodoo Lab Sparkle Drive. This was wrong. The write-up has been edited. Hoodoo Drive (based on: Voodoo Lab Overdrive) Description A rare overdrive pedal, based on the OD Preamp 250, that in turn was...
- yek
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- Aug 14, 2020
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: OD 250 (based on: Digitech DOD 250)

DOD 250 Overdrive Preamp 250: OD 250 Description Vintage overdrive pedal from the ‘70s, made famous by Yngwie Malmsteen. FAS provides models of the original (gray) and reissue Yek’s Tip Crank Drive and Level and use it to boost a Plexi amp model Original Controls Gain (Drive), Level...
- yek
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- Aug 8, 2020
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Horizon Precision Drive (based on: Horizon Devices Precision Drive)

Horizon Devices Precision Drive Description Misha Mansoor’s popular tool for sculpting modern metal tones Yek’s Tip Start with Drive real low Original Controls 6-position Attack switch (Attack), Volume (Level), Bright (Bright), Drive (Drive), Gate Misha Mansoor, also known as Bulb, is...
- yek
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- Aug 8, 2020
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Box o'Crunch (based on: MI Audio Crunch Box V1)

MI Audio Crunch Box: Box o'Crunch Description One of the most popular Marshall-in-a-box pedals Yek’s Tip Nothing subtle here, it’s straight in-to-your-face Marshall tone Original Controls Vol. (Level), Tone (Tone), Gain (Drive), internal Presence control in later versions Many...
- yek
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- Aug 8, 2020
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Yek's Guide to the Fractal Audio DRIVE Models [final ed. July 2022]

Here is: Yek's Guide to the Fractal Audio Drive Models in Axe-Fx III, FM3 and FM9 The guide (PDF) describes all Drive types in depth. Tips and information regarding current firmware for the Axe-Fx III / FM3 / FM9 may not apply to the Drive types in earlier firmware and hardware generations...
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- Mar 10, 2019
- Replies: 162
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Tone of Kings (based on King of Tone, aka KoT)

Tone of Kings: King of Tone (KoT) Together with pedals such as the Klon, the King of Tone (aka KoT), made by Analog Man (Mike Piera), is a pedal in high demand, even at its current price of 265 USD for a new one (used ones sell for over $ 400). After ordering it will take years to be delivered...
- yek
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- Feb 27, 2019
- Replies: 22
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Jam Ray (based on Vemuram Jan Ray)

Jam Ray: Vemuram Jan Ray The Jan Ray is a fabulous boost and overdrive, any way you look at it. It’s being endorsed by an impressive list of artists, including Michael Landau, Oz Noy, Scott Henderson, Pete Thorn, Matt Schofield and others. It can act as a clean boost, or turn a clean amp into...
- yek
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- Feb 26, 2019
- Replies: 32
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Heartpedal 11 (based on Lovepedal OD11 / Amp Eleven)

Heartpedal 11: Lovepedal OD11 / Amp Eleven NOTE: at the time of writing this model is available only as part of firmware Ares 3.02 for the Axe-Fx III. Lovepedal’s OD11 (or OD Eleven) and Amp Eleven pedals feature the same type of overdrive, aimed at replicating the authentic sound of an...
- yek
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- Feb 26, 2019
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Blackglass 7K (based on Darkglass Microtubes B7K)

Blackglass B7K: based on Darkglass Electronics Microtubes B7K Model of a Scandanavian analog bass preamp, famous for its overdrive, transparency and versatility. It's very popular among bass players, covering the spectrum from crystal clear powerful tones to modern crushing bass distortion...
- yek
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- Nov 18, 2017
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE Models: Yek's PDF Guide (latest version: April 2021)

...on traditional pedalboards. Each day a new drive pedal of some kind is released. So here we have it: Yek's Guide to the Fractal Audio Drive Models (latest version: April 2021) I also created simple presets to demonstrate the drive models, using the same amps in each presets. With the help...
- yek
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- Mar 13, 2017
- Replies: 76
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Using an AMP block as a DRIVE

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. More and more manufacturers of guitar amplifiers release pedals to the market which capture the character of their amps. Examples: MXR's 5150, Friedman BE-OD, Bogner's Ecstasy and Uberschall...
- yek
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- Jan 31, 2017
- Replies: 32
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Zen Master (based on Hermida Audio/Lovepedal Zendrive)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Zen Master: based on Hermida Audio/Lovepedal Zendrive This is the famous "Robben Ford" pedal, which he uses to get thick Dumble tones from (e.g.) a Fender amplifier. Designed by Alfonso Hermida...
- yek
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- Jan 30, 2017
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Tube Drv (based on Butler Tube Driver, 3-knob and 4-knob versions)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Tube Drv models: based on 3-knob and 4-knob Butler Tube Driver The Tube Driver is one of the rare pedals that contain an actual tube (12AX7). It was designed by B.K. Butler (a keyboard player) to...
- yek
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- Jan 30, 2017
- Replies: 16
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Timothy (based on Paul Cochrane's Timmy)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Timothy: based on Paul Cochrane's Timmy overdrive The Timmy is a hand-made boost/overdrive pedal. Originally it couldn’t be bought in any shop or webshop. The Timmy had to be ordered by contacting...
- yek
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- Jan 30, 2017
- Replies: 25
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Treb Boost (based on Dallas Rangemaster)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Treb Boost: based on Dallas Rangemaster The ’65 Dallas Rangemaster device was designed as an accessory for amplifiers from the same manufacturer. It brightens the amp's sound, similar to the Top...
- yek
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- Jan 29, 2017
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Tape Dist

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Tape Dist: based on the clipping of an overdriven reel-to-reel Ampex tape recorder This drive model captures the warm tape distortion of an analog reel-to-reel recorder. The model doesn't add much...
- yek
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- Jan 28, 2017
- Replies: 19
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: T808 OD and T808 Mod (based on Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. T808 OD and T808 Mod: based on Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer Here we have it: the holy grail of overdrive pedals. Stevie Ray Vaughan depended strongly on the TS9 (or “on them”: he sometimes stacked...
- yek
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- Jan 26, 2017
- Replies: 50
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Super OD (based on BOSS SD-1 Super OverDrive)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Super OD: based on BOSS SD-1 Super OverDrive Dating back to 1981, this pedal still is one of BOSS' best-selling pedals. And rightfully so. It is the successor to the legendary '77 OD-1 (also...
- yek
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- Jan 25, 2017
- Replies: 23
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Shred Dist (based on Marshall Shred Master)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Shred Dist (based on Marshall Shred Master) In the 90s Marshall released the Shred Master pedal, a distortion pedal. Some say that, by today’s standards, it isn’t really a metal pedal for...
- yek
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- Jan 25, 2017
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: SDD Preamp (based on preamp in Korg SDD-3000)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. SDD Preamp: based on the preamp in Korg’s SDD-3000 Around the release of firmware 17 it became known that guitar player The Edge (U2) had started integrating Fractal Audio gear in his rig. At the...
- yek
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- Jan 24, 2017
- Replies: 47
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Ruckus (based on Suhr Riot)

Ruckus: based on Suhr Riot John Suhr started his company JS Technologies after working with Bob Bradshaw and for Fender. Suhr builds high-end guitars, amps, pedals, pickups etc. The Riot is a pedal that turns a clean or slightly dirty amp into a Marshall-esque high-gain monster. This pedal is...
- yek
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- Jan 23, 2017
- Replies: 16
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Plus Dist (based on MXR Distortion +)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Plus Dist: based on MXR Distortion + MXR, now owned by Jim Dunlop, was one of the largest effects makers in the 70s - 80s. Several of their products are considered classics: Dynacomp, Phase 90 and...
- yek
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- Jan 23, 2017
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Pi Fuzz (based on Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Pi Fuzz (based on Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi) Fuzz was one of the first “transistorized” guitar effects. Transistors amplify the signal and when they clip, distortion is generated. When the...
- yek
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- Jan 22, 2017
- Replies: 39
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Octave Dist (based on Tycobrahe Octavia)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Octave Dist: based on Tycobrahe Octavia The story is that Roger Mayer, technician for Jimi Hendrix, designed a fuzz pedal (the “Octavio”) for him that added an upper octave, with the use of...
- yek
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- Jan 21, 2017
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: M-Zone Dist (based on BOSS MT-2 Metal Zone)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. M-Zone Dist: based on BOSS MT-2 Metal Zone Does BOSS really need an introduction? This subsidiary of Roland has released an enormous amount and variety of pedals, and to this day continues to do...
- yek
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- Jan 20, 2017
- Replies: 29
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Mid Boost

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Mid Boost Fractal Audio provides a couple of custom Drive models. These virtual drives have no real-life equivalents. They solely exist within the Axe-Fx II, FX8 and AX8, implementing Cliff’s...
- yek
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- Jan 19, 2017
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Micro Boost (based on MXR Micro Amp)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Micro Boost: based on MXR Micro Amp The Micro Boost model is based on MXR’s Micro Amp, an opamp-driven clean boost pedal. MXR, now owned by Jim Dunlop, was one of the largest effects makers in the...
- yek
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- Jan 19, 2017
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Master Fuzz (based on Gibson’s Maestro Fuzz-Tone FZ-1A)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Master Fuzz: based on Gibson’s Maestro Fuzz-Tone FZ-1A Fuzz was one of the first “transistorized” guitar effects. Transistors amplify the signal and when they clip, distortion is generated. When...
- yek
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- Jan 19, 2017
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Hard Fuzz

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Hard Fuzz Fractal Audio’s Hard Fuzz model is described in the Owner’s Manual as: “a hard-clipping, 60s-style fuzz”. It has not been disclosed if the model is based on a real pedal. When...
- yek
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- Jan 18, 2017
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Full OD (based on Fulltone Full-Drive 2)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Full OD: based on Fulltone Full-Drive 2 Fulltone in the USA was one of the first “boutique” pedalbuilders. Michael Fuller’s reputation isn’t built on being humble, he just builds very high-quality...
- yek
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- Jan 17, 2017
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: FET Preamp (based on BOSS FA-1 Fet Amplifier)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. FET Preamp: based on BOSS FA-1 Fet Amplifier The FET Preamp Drive model is probably based on the rare BOSS FA-1 Fet Amplifier, from their short-lived Pocket Series. It’s a pocket-size amp (not a...
- yek
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- Jan 16, 2017
- Replies: 22
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: FET Boost (and a bit of KLON)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. FET Boost Owner's Manual: "a gentle, smooth clipping booster with tone controls". It has not been disclosed whether this model is a custom model (virtual only) or based on a real pedal. If it’s...
- yek
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- Jan 13, 2017
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Rat Dist and Fat Rat (based on Pro Co Rat)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Rat Dist and Fat Rat: based on Pro Co Rat The “RAT” is a famous distortion pedal by Pro Co. The black box is easily recognizable. Famous users include David Gilmour and Jeff Beck. It’s believed to...
- yek
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- Jan 12, 2017
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: FAS LED-Drive

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. FAS LED-Drive Fractal Audio provides a couple of custom Drive models. These virtual drives have no real-life equivalents. They solely exist within the Axe-Fx II, FX8 and AX8, implementing Cliff’s...
- yek
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- Jan 12, 2017
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: FAS Boost

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. FAS Boost Fractal Audio provides a couple of custom Drive models. These virtual drives have no real-life equivalents. They solely exist within the Axe-Fx II, FX8 and AX8, implementing Cliff’s...
- yek
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- Jan 12, 2017
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Face Fuzz (based on Dallas-Arbiter Fuzz Face)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Face Fuzz (based on: Dallas-Arbiter Fuzz Face) Fuzz was one of the first “transistorized” guitar effects. Transistors amplify the signal and when they clip, distortion is generated. When the...
- yek
- Thread
- Jan 11, 2017
- Replies: 19
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Eternal Love (based on Lovepedal Eternity)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Eternal Love: based on Lovepedal Eternity It seems that each and every day a new overdrive pedal is introduced by some company, boutique or mass-produced. Many times it's another variation on the...
- yek
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- Jan 10, 2017
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Esoteric RCB (based on Xotic RC Booster)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Esoteric RCB: based on Xotic RC Booster Xotic is an American company that is known for its quality effects (such as BB preamp, AC Booster, Robotalk) and builds guitars and basses. The RC Booster...
- yek
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- Jan 9, 2017
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Esoteric ACB (based on Xotic AC Booster)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Esoteric ACB: based on Xotic AC Booster Xotic is an American company that is known for its quality effects (such as BB preamp, RC Booster, Robotalk) and also builds guitars and basses. The AC...
- yek
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- Jan 8, 2017
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Blues OD (based on Marshall Blues Breaker)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. =1&c[user][0]=10160'] Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Blues OD (based on Marshall Blues Breaker) In the 60s Eric Clapton played a loud Marshall JTM 45 combo, known as the Blues Breaker, on the famous...
- yek
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- Jan 7, 2017
- Replies: 19
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Bit Crusher

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Bit Crusher The Bit Crusher model is not an emulation of a run-of-the-mill pedal. Bit crushing is the process of intentionally downgrading audio quality, to create a warmer sound or to use as an...
- yek
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- Jan 6, 2017
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Bender Fuzz (based on Sola Sound/Vox Tone Bender)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are available as a PDF Guide. Download it here. Bender Fuzz (based on: Sola Sound/Vox Tone Bender) For a long time I didn’t understand why people love fuzz and why fuzz boxes still are popular. Why would any player make his or her guitar sound...
- yek
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- Jan 5, 2017
- Replies: 26
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Heads Up: Fractal Audio Drive Models (by Yek)

is in the AxeFX forum. http://forum.fractalaudio.com/search/6176965/?q=Fractal+Audio+DRIVE+Models&o=date&c[title_only]=1&c[0]=10160 [USER=10160]@yek is doing a new series of threads akin to his legendary amp series I found his first series of amp descriptions to be very inspiring, and it...
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- Jan 4, 2017
- Replies: 0
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE models: BB Pre (based on Xotic BB preamp)

The contents of this thread, including updates, are vailable as a PDF Guide. Download it here. BB Pre: based on Xotic BB preamp Xotic is an American company that is known for its quality effects (such as RC Booster, AC Booster, Robotalk) and also builds guitars and basses. The BB preamp...
- yek
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- Jan 3, 2017
- Replies: 41
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio DRIVE Models: forum threads

Hi everybody, Last year a series of forum threads about =1&c[node]=61&c[user][0]=10160']Fractal Audio's AMP models was completed, which was transformed into a PDF guide. A new year, new resolutions and new challenges! I'm launching a new series of forum threads, covering all DRIVE models...
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- Jan 3, 2017
- Replies: 65
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion