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  1. jon

    Guthrie Govan With The Axe FX III

    He's been a user since I remember getting the ultra about 12 or so years ago! He's a long time user of the axe and whatever he gets his hand on to be honest, a true guitar genius! 🎸
  2. jon

    Preview! Axe-Fx III Factory Presets 19.04

    Thanks so much for this! It's a great idea! Easy to spot the changes, so when I finally get the chance to play I don't have to go hunting for the new stuff, good job!
  3. jon

    Preview! Axe-Fx III Factory Presets 19.04

    Thanks a LOT guys! Amazing job!!!👏
  4. jon

    What was your first Digital Modeler?

    Though not my first modeler by a long shot I have to make special mention of the vg-99. It was by far the most comprehensive and detailed unit up till the time of the axe fx standard Though not in the same league as the axe sound wise, it has the most complete package, everything from guitar to...
  5. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.02

    You do realize that FAS modelers have even less 'latency' than their real world analog counterparts right? Yes, analog components do also collectively introduce latency
  6. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.02

    That is absolutely NUTS!!! Amazing job!!!👏 Speaks also to very efficient algorithms and coding, this is kinda crazy to be honest, I don't think there's any other audio device I know of that does this kind of and amount of processing at THIS speed! I'll almost always going to use 'Best...
  7. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.02 Public Beta

    Yeah, TON of good stuff in there! I updated from a much older firmware and was pleasantly surprised as well at the difference in tone too.......more punch and clarity.....obviously the result of missing some updates but the difference was like night and day! Also the Marshalls, Mesas Diezels...
  8. jon

    AXE FX III USB Firmware Release v1.11

    Thanks! Should this be stickied?
  9. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.02 Public Beta

    Man these FC updates are something else! What a massive update 👏
  10. jon

    What was your first Digital Modeler?

    Yeah it's a great concept, I love the form factor of the ST in particular (despite its lack of footswitches!!!) , and fact that they used an actual tube for some of the sounds. I love the tiny, all in one package 📦 Also, to Cliff's point, without some of these terrible modelers we won't be...
  11. jon

    What was your first Digital Modeler?

    I'm also thoroughly ashamed and embarrassed to have gigged the offerings from zoom, the digitech RPs, various pods, boss GTs and roland VG gear, korg, vox, and a host of others....usually I'd play a total of one gig with them believing they'd sound great, and ditch them in favor of my amps...
  12. jon

    What was your first Digital Modeler?

    I was JUST going to post this!! Well the mark ii version, it was a little rounder, but just as bad I think it had like 2 usable tones in it, I used switched to tubes and used it as a portable tuner haha I've also used and tried every digital device under the sun since I think.....always...
  13. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.02 Public Beta

    Guys just let it go, both Cliff and Matt have suggested that they have ideas on how to solve this minor (but noteworthy) gripe, so let's let them do what they do best and enjoy the firmware now for the impressive one that it is. They're already looking into it, leave it alone now and go play...
  14. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.02 Public Beta

    Sounds great Matt! As always you guys think of everything even if it's not yet implemented! Thanks for the reply, hope you guys are doing well and hopefully these tool tips can make their way into our lives soon👍
  15. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.02 Public Beta

    The graying out of knows will likely be a global change, and might more than likely break things Which is why I suggested a little text 'notes' section that alerts the user to 'use only in stereo', or 'tonestack inability for this model' or something like that Doesn't break anything but still...
  16. jon

    Using a lowpass filter instead of an IR solves most of the 'amp in the room' quandry.

    I think it's a great little trick! Why not use it with an IR and mix them to get a perfect blend of great sound and 'amp in the room' then? Best of both worlds!
  17. jon

    Wish More FAS Amps

    Yeah that sounds like a perfect example of something that can truly only exist in Fractal land... an interesting amp but definitely needs a FAS version
  18. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.02 Public Beta

    I'm wondering if it's possible to have some text in say axe edit when the models of certain things are selected making the user aware of little things like this......for eg -User selects JMP-pre1, a little note above says tone stack is fixed and tone controls do nothing -User selects 2290 and...
  19. jon

    Wish More FAS Amps

    Bumping this, a recent thread made me realize I prefer the FAS creations to the real world actual or modeled amps! The axe is capable of so many cool things that you can't do easily or even at all in the real world, I'd honestly love to see more of Cliff's virtual models, which he takes his own...
  20. jon

    Just discovered Buttery!

    Yeah the buttery was one of my favorites in the ii, and was most excited to have it back in the iii!!! Played many a gig with that model and honestly I still prefer it to the actual budda model.......actually come to think about it, most of the FAS creations I prefer to their real world or...
  21. jon

    Front panel poll

    And therein lies your problem. You haven't spent much time with it so it seems foreign and weird. Jump behind the wheel of a BMW for the first time and it feels pretty weird too Spend about 15 minutes on only learning the panel for like ONE day alone and I'm sure you'll be happy to use it and...
  22. jon

    Using envelope followers to enhance and create realistic amp dynamics

    Oh I've used this trick extensively in the past up till I got the iii. It's not just a volume thing. I would play LOUD when I gigged, and the dynamics and feel of the iii are so much better. With the axe 3 current lineup you don't really need it anymore. The dynamics have improved considerably...
  23. jon

    Drive Models Suck

    Didn't think I'd hear much of a difference but I was actually amazed how much of a difference there was! I actually preferred the Fractal over even the real pedal, and I'm not a 'drive' kinda guy
  24. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 19.00 Beta 3

    The rate you spit these things out is just not human Mr. Chase!!!! Amazing that you pushed out the CNFB technique so soon in a beta already!!!👏 seriously impressive considering the amount of work that goes into these things and how much more difficult you mentioned it is to code for the Axe III...
  25. jon

    The CNFB Method

    Super amazing and impressive!!! 👏 Always pushing the boundaries, even when you've broken them so many times already! I can't imagine how proud you must feel to have accomplished such a feat, and I feel it's just the beginning!!! I can't wait for what this means for the FM3 and FM9, and even...
  26. jon

    Giving fractal another shot

    Really happy you got it sorted out! I too thought it was a troll post, but I'm glad you didn't give up, stuck through it and got a great result! :) The axe fx and its siblings are some of the best sounding pieces of gear on the planet, and with thousands of thrilled users and almost infinite...
  27. jon

    Adobe Sucks

    This And this!!! Once good company and products, too much greed always spoils a good thing I use whatever else now, lots of modern programs to open and edit pdfs, gimp is a killer alternative and there are lots more great editing tools out there I also HATE these stupid monthly subscription...
  28. jon

    Rosewood fretboards

    Honestly if you're scraping the fretboard when you're playing you're doing it wrong. You should be feeling mostly just strings under your finger That being said, your problem sounds more like frets.....burrs on them will cause that, a light sanding and polishing should fix it Could also be some...
  29. jon

    Can The Axe FX 3 do this? what can't it do?

    Plus the ring mod Is there any other unit with this much pitch shifting ability? 🤔
  30. jon

    Stopped being lazy and finally figured out a part that was bothering me...anyone else?

    That's very true.....but sometimes too the artiste plays things differently live too.....sometimes to make things easier to play and run around or play and sing etc It throws you off quite a bit until you realize what's happening That Van Halen riff is indeed one of the weirdest ever! I too...
  31. jon

    Anxiously awaiting FM3 firmware 5.0 beta

    Thanks so much bug M@ and team! Yeah the pitch block is DEFINITELY top of the list for me too!
  32. jon

    Axe-Fx Firmware Release Version 18.01

    Absolute Machine! Fixing bugs before we even realize they are there! Bravo as always! 👏
  33. jon

    Windows 11 - Should I do it?

    Wait......did you seriously just put windows and a Fractal product in the same sentence? I think I have to call you out on this.....you can't put one of the worst and one of the best in the same sentence and just say it's the same..... I have had ZERO doubts getting ANY of the Fractal products...
  34. jon

    Happy Halloween! This is pretty incredible!

    That is AMAZING!!!!
  35. jon

    I've been impressed by the sounds of a Kemper...

    A good player will make ANYTHING sound good It's why companies usually have some of the hottest popular players around on their demo roster That being said, I would also suggest trying out a kemper, but do yourself a favor and try it with the axe or better yet a FM3/9 or Axe 3. I can...
  36. jon

    Axe-Fx Firmware Release Version 17.01 Release

    Awesome, thanks Cliff😊
  37. jon

    About Fractal Audio as a company in general

    "No" - @Admin M@
  38. jon

    New: BOSS IR-200 AMP & IR Cabinet and SY-200 Synth

    Yeah I think the synth block can do with some polyphonic love indeed! I honestly would love to make these sounds in the axe and I think it's more than capable. I might end up getting one of these just to satisfy that guitar synth itch
  39. jon

    New: BOSS IR-200 AMP & IR Cabinet and SY-200 Synth

    @Piing what are your thoughts on the sy-200 vs the 300 or 1000? I'm almost sold on the 200 but I'm such a tinkerer that I'm wondering if to go with the 300 or 1000 instead.... Love the form factor on the 200 but still quite a few things that aren't there..... 🤔
  40. jon

    Loving my FM9, but a full fledged Axe Fx 3 power in a 12 button FC12 size would be amazing!

    What I REALLY want is a turbo FM3
  41. jon

    “Jesus, is there anything you people don’t bitch about”

    Cliff I remember an interview where you said that early on you used to be offended and learned quickly to grow some super thick skin. I too learned that you will NEVER please everyone, and there will ALWAYS be people who have a problem with you, for whatever reason, even if you're LITERALLY...
  42. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 17.00 Public Beta 3

    Buttery is BACK!!!! 😍 Can't wait to give it a run tonight, it was probably my most gigged and favorite amp for a LONG time! Welcome back old friend!
  43. jon

    New: BOSS IR-200 AMP & IR Cabinet and SY-200 Synth

    I'm interested in the SY-200 but I also love the size of them
  44. jon

    Food for Thought -- Why Fractal Is Better

    This is a big one too, the reliability and CONSISTENCY night after night...... If the well behaved child is the FM3, the possessed demon sibling from hell is it's tube amp brother 😈 inconsistent and moody depending on so many things, prone to random failures at high volumes (transporting heavy...
  45. jon

    Wish Larger font

    I don't see it as an unreasonable request....Cliff and Co. are generally pretty very open to good suggestions once it's not something ridiculous like 'I need 2048 more IR slots to the FM9! '
  46. jon

    Thordendal / Holdsworth pick attack

    Sounds like a guitar synth to be honest...maybe a gr-55 or axe fx.....try the synth block
  47. jon

    School me on the Silver Sky....

    Just to make it clear, this is not about his music, I don't want some endless pointless bickering, polarizing thread I'm genuinely interested in the silver sky and why so many players call it the perfect strat..... I've gone through the specs and some threads and yes it looks great but what...
  48. jon

    Michael Angelo Batio - what to listen to?

    One more thing to note, he is probably the MOST consistent and accurate guitarist I've ever seen.....never seen him make a clam note, and he rips note for note renditions of his classics time after time......there's a reason he's been voted #1 shredder in different publications and is always in...
  49. jon

    Michael Angelo Batio - what to listen to?

    Yup, seen him do a workshop some years ago,, he's amazing as expected live, funny guy too if you get his sense of humor, and at his age most guys are slowing down, and he's still ripping it up! Great teacher too, I have only very positive things to say about my limited experience with MAB!
  50. jon

    Michael Angelo Batio - what to listen to?

    No boundaries album was a good listen
  51. jon

    [SOLVED] My Guitar sounds incredibly fuzzy, flabby, and frankly awful with modern high gain tones - what can I do to fix the sounds?

    Yeah ceramics are where it's at tone wise for me. I actually find they have a much better top end, and although they have a bad rap as 'cheap pickup material' I've found them much more balanced and sweeter overall
  52. jon

    What guitars do you use with Fender amp models?

    Depending though.....sometimes depending on the amp I prefer the low cut at the cab block, like Marshall's, and for Mesas I prefer it on the amp block to tighten it up
  53. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 16.05

    Also tells you the next one will be huge, especially seeing as Cliff has been so quiet lately too.....
  54. jon

    Tony MacAlpine

    Tony is one of my main influences, and he is a SCARY good player! Very humble down to earth guy but when he picks up the axe or puts his fingers on those keys there's no doubt that you are witness to a master!
  55. jon

    [SOLVED] My Guitar sounds incredibly fuzzy, flabby, and frankly awful with modern high gain tones - what can I do to fix the sounds?

    It IS! I have no idea why people still do them like that when you can just stuff some foam or a couple springs there and make life easy..... That and the fact that people ARE STILL MAKING teles with non-adjustable neck pickups when it's such an easy fix blows my mind!
  56. jon

    [SOLVED] My Guitar sounds incredibly fuzzy, flabby, and frankly awful with modern high gain tones - what can I do to fix the sounds?

    You may have missed it, but I think your answer is right here: And here: JBs are known to be hot and kinda flubby/bass. They're more of a jazz pickup though they're pretty popular otherwise Lowering your pickup height, using less gain, low cuts and watching Leon's video will help you get...
  57. jon

    [SOLVED] My Guitar sounds incredibly fuzzy, flabby, and frankly awful with modern high gain tones - what can I do to fix the sounds?

    This Had that same problem some time ago, pickups were too hot and too close to the strings, instant flub Try another guitar to be sure
  58. jon

    What guitars do you use with Fender amp models?

    I have the tone caps clipped on quite a few 'dark' or 'muddy' guitars and it turned them into bangers! It's a great trick that costs absolutely nothing and can be the difference between you selling the guitar and rocking out on it!
  59. jon

    What guitars do you use with Fender amp models?

    Mostly single coil type guitars suit them best I think, or lower output pickups
  60. jon

    Happy Birthday @Burgs!

    Happy birthday Burgsman! 🎂😊 Ive been a subscriber for what over a decade now? Glad you're on the Fractal train to share your wisdom and all round awesomeness 👌
  61. jon

    I Lost my wife last night

    I can't imagine what that must feel like..... Stay strong and always reflect upon the good times....honor their time and life rather than mourn it 🙏
  62. jon

    Deoxit saved the day

    Had that problem when I had my rig collecting dust for some months......plugged in, noise and hiss everywhere......sprayed up one of the input connections to the tube pre, quiet as a mouse
  63. jon

    Triple Crown Info

    Yeah I'm also using it with more strat style guitars and it's really nice and sensitive MUCH less tweaking than the other Mesa models but it has that character in there....at the same time it has its own thing going on....I dig it a lot.... Amazed at how thick it can get too! Incredible amp!
  64. jon

    Triple Crown Info

    I don't work for Fractal. Wish I did, but sorry. Don't all amp makers say something like that about their latest product? Hell, everyone does....'this is our best iPhone', 'this is a new unique product blah blah'. Whilst it may be true for the other channels, the clean is a straight up...
  65. jon

    This will be odd.

    I almost thought you were writing about a certain forum member at first 🤣
  66. jon

    Triple Crown Info

    Then go play guitar instead of whining, hemmin and hawin continuously on the internet?🤣🤦 I think you spend far, FAR more time complaining than a 5 second wiki search 🤔 It's not unfinished, it's just listed properly Other companies would have labeled it as 'crusher A' and 'blitzkrieg B' and you...
  67. jon

    Triple Crown Info

    I totally agree with Unix-Guy Get to know your gear, it's just a quick wiki search away. My OCD says that I need the channel 1 in there, but in reality I don't. The triple crest is fast becoming one of my favorites.....thanks to the OP, I tried it before but never spent time trying to get to...
  68. jon

    SetList (Lack Of) Frustration

    That's SUPER powerful if you're correct! That opens up even more endless possibilities....you can be prepared for ANY situation with minimal effort
  69. jon

    SetList (Lack Of) Frustration

    You guys NEVER disappoint!! 😆 looking forward to it about as much I'm looking forward to playing gigs again in 2027 when this pandemic is over 🤣
  70. jon

    SetList (Lack Of) Frustration

    Yup, not denying there's a ton of work and thought processes to go into it, but hell, if L6 can do it, I'm pretty sure it's WELL within Mr. Chase's abilities 😉
  71. jon

    SetList (Lack Of) Frustration

    Haha yeah I don't think much of us are gigging regularly right now 😅 For many though, they're NOT the ones doing up the setlist I can give you a few real world examples of my own limited experience for eg -Cover bands who have different requirements per song per set -Multiple...
  72. jon

    SetList (Lack Of) Frustration

    True, it doesn't apply to you so it can't possibly be helpful or useful right? Maybe you should quit your job too while you're advising others to quit theirs! Great advice! 👍
  73. jon

    Iphone 12 pro max and the "Turn Volume Down" BS that they mandate you see.

    Exactly my use cases and observations! All my Samsung phones do it too and it's annoying, and I wish there was a way to leave it on the last setting....everytime it reconnects I have to do the same dance...
  74. jon

    SetList (Lack Of) Frustration

    I had 50 song gigs (2 sets per night per gig) at a time when I played in 5 regularly gigging bands, from rock to jazz to what we call 'crossover'. Those days are years behind me and with the pandemic I don't see it coming back soon. I'd appreciate this feature if I WAS gigging like that...
  75. jon

    SetList (Lack Of) Frustration

    This is my approach too.....I'm guessing you mean blank bank? It's a fairly decent approach but I can completely see the need for a set list function if you're playing in different bands/groups and wanna manage things better
  76. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 16.05

    Nice little polish to a great firmware! Thank you!
  77. jon

    input impedance and my Jazzmaster

    Maybe your rhythm circuit switch is being weird.....try some contact cleaner in that and the pickup selector......and well once I'm in there I just spray everything clean too haha
  78. jon

    Unable to Clean up Muddy Sound - Is Restoring all Factory Settings a Reasonable Approach?

    This......usually the culprits..... But also: -Reset system parameters -Go to the global menu and change the level to +4 dBu -Change the input trim -Change the input impedence settings and see if that helps (usually should be auto) Also, WHAT FRFR are you using? Sometimes the frfr is itself...
  79. jon

    input impedance and my Jazzmaster

    Yeah, this - different pickups on the jazzmaster AND they have a 1M pot, making them quite different from the typical strat/tele/Paul type guitars
  80. jon

    Vai - Guitar Anthology tab book

    Congratulations!!!!👏😆 VERY well deserved!!! For anyone who hasn't checked it out, the transcriptions are EXCELLENT, the book is MUCH bigger than I thought, and there's a ton of work that you can obviously see that went into it! Tremendous value for money here, this award is well deserved!!! 👏
  81. jon

    Axe-Fx III Factory Presets 16.04

    Thanks again M@ and all the guys involved for the hard work and pushing this one out! If I were any of you I'd feel mighty proud knowing that you have created some of the best and most useable presets for any device, on a device that begs for it! Hats off to you all! 👏
  82. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 16.04

    More information - post a preset, are you switching with the FC, axe edit etc
  83. jon

    Looking to build a first guitar with no experience....saw STEWMAC.

    The finishing and staining I consider to be the easier parts actually....anyone with a little woodworking knowledge or a good hand/eye can do a relatively good job. The challenge is when things DON'T go right.....if your neck is not straight, what do you do? If your bridge pickup works in...
  84. jon

    Looking to build a first guitar with no experience....saw STEWMAC.

    The great thing about warmoth is the vast amount of options you have, including neck thickness nut width and scale length! So you can have an instrument exactly how YOU like it Bear in mind that it comes at a price though, and you can rack a hefty bill quickly - and if you are looking to keep...
  85. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 16.04

    It's constantly looking at the input to see what the pitch is. That is why it works as an 'always on' tuner
  86. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 16.04

    Awesome, thank you!!
  87. jon

    Looking to build a first guitar with no experience....saw STEWMAC.

    What's you budget? You can get a good cheap lesser known brand one from less than $200, or a warmoth build for over 2000, or a used one on eBay If you're building, it's a LOT of time and effort to spend (I also build guitars) as well as some technical know how and a learning curve, as well as...
  88. jon

    Axe-Fx III Factory Preset Banks 16p03 - Preview

    Thanks for all the hard work and dedication M@👏 really appreciated and indeed long overdue! Thanks for the attention to detail!👍
  89. jon

    Favorite drive pedals for bass?

    Cliff mentioned the actual pedal level is very low
  90. jon

    Best Shoes for Long Gigs

    I guess it's a combination of the materials used, the arch and the cushioning.....I'm no expert but I know a good comfy shoe, and they fit this category
  91. jon

    Best Shoes for Long Gigs

    Yup, they were mentioned at least twice in this thread already
  92. jon

    60 Second Sounds - Live Two Amp Blending - Episode 1

    Dude this is PERFECT!!! THANKS!!!! I LOVE THIS!!! Quick, simple, straight to the point, nothing wasted, and no 26 minute ramble and preamble! And if I don't understand I can watch it twice in 2 minutes! Hell, I can watch it 26 times over by the time the 26 minute long one is over! Also just...
  93. jon

    Delay Block Update

    I'm of the same opinion as you, and I personally find the delays to be top notch with absolutely no complaints, but more options is always 'more betterer' and I too can't wait to see what's in store! Cheers and keep up the great work!👍
  94. jon

    🆕 Axe-Fx III Cygnus Factory Presets "Enhanced" - Preview 1

    Yeah I have a bunch of different FRFR and the EVs are one of my favorites to play through
  95. jon

    🆕 Axe-Fx III Cygnus Factory Presets "Enhanced" - Preview 1

    Post 'em up! 😜
  96. jon

    Best Shoes for Long Gigs

    Having tried several different types of shoes over the years (I am not brand loyal and will wear whatever) I have to say the most comfy shoes around for me (having several different types over the years) have been skechers, crocs, ecco and khombu All different styles here, but I don't know...
  97. jon

    Axe-Fx III Cygnus Factory Preset Banks A, B, and C

    Killer tones, preset and playing as always Thibault!!!! Thanks to all our preset makers for all the wonderful work and the new signature presets! On another note, I excitedly cranked up @2112 's live preset, hoping to sound anywhere near as good as the axe master himself. Even playing my...
  98. jon

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 16.02

    Thanks for this Cliff! This update really is amazing! Lots of chime and top end, and the amps are more...chewy? I noticed it the most on the Marshall's, Fenders, Voxes and the Mesas. Not much on the hi gain amps I never got along with the bassmans and most of the Marshall's till now.....now...
  99. jon

    Axe-Fx III Cygnus Factory Preset Banks A, B, and C

    Yeah specify the issue you had please Also it doesn't work if axe edit is running simultaneously, are you sure it's not that?
  100. jon

    It's finally time to say goodbye to my pedals.

    FAS cured my GAS (gear acquisition syndrome) It however increased my other GAS (guitar acquisition syndrome) Honestly, it's only after Fractal did I appreciate each tele being different, each strat, each oddball offering from random Luthiers and manufacturers....each different guitar sounds...
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