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  1. Genghis

    My First Axe-Fx Weekend! Can't believe it's finally happening! (formerly 'Ordered today...')

    When I had mine I didn't much care for the tone as a pickup. Was kind of cool to play with the Sustainiac effect, but I eventually sold the guitar and went back to feedback the old fashioned way.
  2. Genghis

    My First Axe-Fx Weekend! Can't believe it's finally happening! (formerly 'Ordered today...')

    Congrats and welcome to the club. Love the name too!
  3. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 24.03 Release

    Yeah, that's something I really love about this firmware.
  4. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 24.03 Release

    I teach part-time and had two snow days Tuesday and Wednesday, worked today and expecting another 5 to 8 inches tonight, so as long as I have powered I anticipate a day of staying in to play. I'm Pacific Northwest, but seems like everyone is getting storms this week.
  5. Genghis

    4CM Stereo Effects with Two Real Amps

    I think you just need to make sure your I/O blocks are set to stereo in the settings page. Its not in the block, bit in your overall settings. Not at my Axe-FX now or I would give a more detailed answer. I am doing 4 cable with one amp now, but have hooked up two amps in the past, and that is...
  6. Genghis

    Effects not working

    As mentioned, check to make sure your output knobs on the Axe-FX are turned up, and some amps have effects loops that can be turned on and off, so make sure you didn't accidentally turn off the loop on the amp.
  7. Genghis

    5150 Presence Knob

    I don't really care one way or another, but I do think that presence on all amps should go to 11!
  8. Genghis

    Gapless Switching: Who ditched Scenes for Presets?

    Same here. Globals are my friend and the main thing I wish my FM9 backup rig also had. I use about 10 or 12 presets, and switch to the appropriate preset for each song, then use Scenes within the song to change for different parts. My Axe-FX is racked with my mixer and sometimes I use a send...
  9. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.00 Release Candidate (Beta #6)

    I disabled MLM because I occasionally would accidentally tap the two buttons when I meant to do only the lower right button to change scenes. It kind of makes sense that it has a slight hold on the one button as it has to be timed to trigger the MLM along with the other switch and it is...
  10. Genghis

    Have you ever worn out a guitar?

    I have had to have at least one guitar refretted and have replaced worn bridges, pots, and even pickups that probably had years of sweat clogging the coils, but never worn one out beyond repair.
  11. Genghis

    Portnoy back in Dream Theater

    That was my biggest concern, too. Winery Dogs has become one of my favorites, whereas DT has the crown of the most proficient band I really can't get into. Partly Labrie, as he just has that generic rock singer thing, and Kotzen has tons more dynamic range and character, as well as being a...
  12. Genghis

    Portnoy back in Dream Theater

    Me too! Actually like them better than Dream Theater, but I know I'm probably in the minority around here.
  13. Genghis

    Elevated Jam Tracks - YouTube

    That's a good one. I have also used Now YOU Shred quite a bit for backing tracks. Check it out if you haven't yet. Scales are on screen and they show a lot of options I hadn't seen on others, such as overlaying the pentatonic and adding the individual chord tones on the grid as the chords...
  14. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.01 Release

    Definitely true, I think there a lot of us who appreciate that, but don't have the expectations for new stuff every month. There are a handful that seem to think the sky is falling if they don't get an update for awhile. I love periodic updates when they add something really game changing...
  15. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.01 Release

    Not complaining about updates, just that the whole "where is my latest fix?" thing that gets old. Reminds me of a line heard randomly on a Firesign Theater record I heard 40 years ago: "Would you look at the mouth on that gifthorse?"
  16. Genghis

    Update on My Teaching Gig

    They aren't biological sisters, just in spirit.
  17. Genghis

    Update on My Teaching Gig

    Well, it turns out I was incorrect about those two girls being friends. They are more like sisters and they are picking this stuff up fast! And from what I hear they are both pretty good all around students.
  18. Genghis

    Update on My Teaching Gig

    Oh man, jump on the opportunity! I already love these kids and want to see them all progress and become happy and well adjusted young adults! If you take it we should connect and chat about teaching ideas. I spent two hours with my vocal teacher who was classically trained in not just voice...
  19. Genghis

    Update on My Teaching Gig

    One of the most rewarding things I have ever been a part of.
  20. Genghis

    Update on My Teaching Gig

    I posted a couple of weeks ago asking for advice on preparing to teach a high school class on Rock Band, like Jack Black. LOL. I just wanted to follow up that I got the job and have one week in and give y'all an update on how it is going. This is the greatest job I have ever had the privilege...
  21. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.01 Release

    I hope so. Love everything it does as is.
  22. Genghis

    Old Time Blitzkrieg Bop

    Very cool! My band added this song and people loved it so much I started doing it in my acoustic set at appropriate venues. (Not the quiet dinner environments.)
  23. Genghis

    Resources for Teaching Guitar Class in School

    Great insight, and valuable info for my private students as well. Will make it much easier to transition them to bar chords. Thanks!
  24. Genghis

    Resources for Teaching Guitar Class in School

    Hey everyone, I may start teaching a guitar/rock band class at a local high school, and thought I would see if anyone has done something similar and has any tips or suggestions on getting prepared. I have given private lessons, but this is new ground for me. I believe many of the students will...
  25. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.01 Release

    I hear they are working on a fix for entitled spoiled children syndrome.
  26. Genghis

    Are you considering an Axe-FX ? Here is what I learned.

    Pretty much the way I like to use it as well. I have no desire to sound like anyone but me.
  27. Genghis

    Are you considering an Axe-FX ? Here is what I learned.

    I deleted all of the factory presets as I've never used them past the first day or two. No real problem with them, but they seem neutral and generic and they don't really grab me the way starting from scratch and dialing in what works for me. I've been using Fractal since the Ultra on a variety...
  28. Genghis

    The 2nd (not quite so) Annual NorCal Fractal FAStival!

    I'm in Southern Oregon, but I would consider coming down for something like that. Would be a blast to meet and jam with some fellow Fractal Fanatics!
  29. Genghis

    RIP Friday Firmware

    That is a major insult to Cliff in my opinion.
  30. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.01 Release

    It's amazing how much the craving for new firmware subsides when you are gigging regularly and just want to play. While I do appreciate the firmware updates, especially the Dynacabs, I really like just having a rig that sounds great at every rehearsal and gig, and gives me consistent tones in...
  31. Genghis

    DMX Control via MIDI Block

    @Admin M@, just thought I would post back and see if you have any tips on setting up that MIDI Event Processor. Was very simple to set up to translate a particular CC and translate the value to a note, and that works well for recalling scenes, but when I try to throw in a chase for part of a...
  32. Genghis

    DMX Control via MIDI Block

    Just posting back to let you guys know I got it working from the MIDI block. That MIDI Solutions Event Processor did the trick and was easier than I thought to set it up. Programmed CC 9 on Channel 9 to convert the value sent from Axe-FX into the corresponding MIDI note data for my ADJ board...
  33. Genghis

    MIDI that controls both Axe 3 scenes + external pedals (preamp ones such as OD and Noise Gate)

    I don't think those pedals are MIDI switchable, so your only option is to have them in a loop that can be bypassed or activated as needed. Axe-FX III has plenty of IO options to do that if you read about it. If you have more pedals than those two it may be easier to pick up a separate MIDI...
  34. Genghis

    DMX Control via MIDI Block

    Sounds like an awesome setup. My Axe-FX III is in the rack with my mixer and is routed for both guitar and an additional send from board to add in different effects now and then on my voice. I have a friend building two breakout stage boxes similar to what you described. One will be front of...
  35. Genghis

    DMX Control via MIDI Block

    I use in-ears and the bass player does at times, but prefers a regular monitor. I also don't like playing to a click personally. I love them and run stereo even though the only part ofnour mix that is stereo is the effects. I have recorded for years with drum loops and clicks, but it comes down...
  36. Genghis

    DMX Control via MIDI Block

    That does sound like a killer setup, but won't work for me. I'm very high tech, but my drummer and bass player not so much, especially the drummer. He is a very good drummer who has been playing professionally for 45 years, but doesn't like headphones or in ears. Props to you guys for having the...
  37. Genghis

    DMX Control via MIDI Block

    I like the ida of DMXIS, but don't have any Windows tablets to use. Is there a similar way to use an iPad with software and a MIDI interface connected to it. Trigger the iPad to change lighting programs via Axe-FX III MIDI block?
  38. Genghis

    DMX Control via MIDI Block

    Thanks! That helps me with thinking about how to organize things. Excellent ideas on how to approach it.
  39. Genghis

    DMX Control via MIDI Block

    Thanks for the info. If I use a dedicated controller I'd have to get the bass player to run those changes. I also do lead vocals in the band and generally use scene changes on the Axe-FX FC12 to change sounds throughout the song or at the very least for solos. No additional tap dancing for me. I...
  40. Genghis

    DMX Control via MIDI Block

    Did some research and read some reviews, and it looks like the ADJ DMX Operator 384 in conjunction with the MIDI Events Processor should work for what I want to accomplish. Fingers crossed and I'll try to post back after I get the rig going and let others who may be searching know the results.
  41. Genghis

    DMX Control via MIDI Block

    That's the one. I ordered one, so have that part covered. I don't yet have a DMX board, so looking for tips from anyone who has done this about how to get it working. Pretty fluent with MIDI terminology and use, but new to the DMX side. Was looking at a Rockville 384 channel control that has...
  42. Genghis

    DMX Control via MIDI Block

    I am just starting to put together a lighting setup and wanted to see if anyone has put together a setup using the MIDI block to send chases, etc to a DMX controller. A search came up with a MIDI Solutions device that can translate the MIDI from Axe-FX III to the note names that controller...
  43. Genghis

    AFIII Live Show Video from 4th of July Show

    Yes sir. [Thanks for remembering.) He loves going to shows and has a bigger following than most of us musicians in town! He is actually fairly reserved in this video. He loves Elvis and I have Hound Dog almost ready to upload in a day or two, and I think he is in that video too!
  44. Genghis

    unix-guy 's birthday today!

    Happy birthday @unix-guy! Hope it's a great day for you!
  45. Genghis

    AFIII Live Show Video from 4th of July Show

    Hi everyone. Just wanted to share some of the video from our July 4th performance. We had the pleasure of playing at the Veteran's Memorial Park before the fireworks, and I had a friend run the camera to get video, and the soundman recorded the tracks on his QSC mixer. We have enough time...
  46. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Release

    Same here, except gigged last night and my rack is staying closed up and in position to load out for next Friday's gig. Talk about torture... New firmware and no time to play around with the Revv models any more until after the next show. Grateful I got my main rhythm tone set before the shows...
  47. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Release

    Pretty sure that is normal as the unit is making some fairly complex calculations while moving the mics around. CPU prioritizes sound over graphics in general, and if you are watching that on Axe-Edit that adds another level of complexity.
  48. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Release

    So, gig Sunday. Beta has been working perfectly, but I had to try the Revv. Ended up replacing my JP2C+ heavy rhythm tone with Red 3 already. Yes, right before a gig. Still use the JP2C+ for my main hi gain lead tone, but that Revv has everything a Recto doesn't have. Heavy and tight. Love it.
  49. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta #5 (Beta 11)

    Thanks! (You know that's like asking me not to touch something.)
  50. Genghis

    Pre Gig panic experiences - Do share

    Timely thread. Just last weekend we were setting up to play our second show since we started this project and the router I use to connect to my mixer decided not to work on the WiFi side. Fortunately the settings I had from the last show were close enough to get by. The only issue was with my...
  51. Genghis

    Help... No Dyna Cabs!

    I know you already have things fixed, but I wanted to thank you and commend you for actually typing out step by step what you did. So much easier for the helpers on the forum to see what you missed when people do this instead of saying "I followed the directions and it doesn't work". Just had to...
  52. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta #3 (Beta 9)

    Thanks for taking one for the team!
  53. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta #3 (Beta 9)

    Personally I'd take side boob over off-axis mics if we can only have one or the other... if it's even feasible.
  54. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta #3 (Beta 9)

    The curve changes, but the name doesn't.
  55. Genghis

    Request for next major FW update to be named???

    The firmware with balls...
  56. Genghis

    Wolfgang Van Halen has some serious pipes....

    Not to mention Uncle Alex...
  57. Genghis

    Why do more than 90% of the metal bands I go see in concert use a Kemper?

    Well said and pretty much my thoughts on this. I am much more picky about the nuances of my hi gain tones than I am about clean tones and I'm pushing 60. Grew up on Eddie and loved the early Metallica stuff. Two very different takes on high gain, but some probably feel that they sound similar.
  58. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta #2 (Beta 7)

    That mirrors my experience as well. I refrained from saying it removed the blanket as we hear that so often, but that is exactly what it sounds like, and sounds much more like what I get miking a real cab. For the past year or so I have been running a Synergy setup and Suhr IR load box along...
  59. Genghis

    Wolfgang Van Halen has some serious pipes....

    I kind of wondered, but he covers all the bases so well it's hard to pin one instrument as his main. The whole thing is great, but I really do think the drums were what caught my attention most as far as the musicianship and skill level. Love the video where he argues with himself before...
  60. Genghis

    Wolfgang Van Halen has some serious pipes....

    I was just as impressed by the drums on that album. Hard to believe he did everything on that.
  61. Genghis

    I am a broken man...

    Sorry for your loss. Pets can be the best part of family, so full of love and so loyal.
  62. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta #2 (Beta 7)

    But what about all of the batteries they gave away with the Free Battery Club. (I feel both old and super geeky with that reference.)
  63. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta #2 (Beta 7)

    That would be what I like about them. They sound much more like what I get when I mic up a tube amp and record the old fashioned way. I am really enjoying this new method and look forward to seeing where this whole thing ends up. The highs definitely have more clarity and sound more natural to...
  64. Genghis

    Adjust Bass, Middle and Treble And/Or Moving Dyna-cab Position

    I have heard people say that, but I figure the knobs are there to dial in the sound I want to hear, so I've never been afraid to use them. Didn't answer the poll, but both and then some would be my answer. Whatever it takes to get the sound I hear in my head and the feel I want in my hands.
  65. Genghis

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta (Beta 6)

    After 30 minutes of playing with Dynacabs I can't see any reason for even using the Legacy cabs. They are that good. Can't wait to take a deepee dive.
  66. Genghis

    FS Custom Hand Built Strat w/Floyd and HSC - $1259

    This is a beautiful guitar was built by a luthier named Kevin Winter. He builds fine instruments with great attention to detail. The body is a hand carved Stratocaster shape built carefully to his specifications. The neck began as a Warmoth '59 Roundback 25.5 inch scale, but Kevin reshaped it by...
  67. Genghis

    Acoustic Guitar Strings for Lead Guitar

    I am starting to do solo acoustic guitar performances and really having a blast. At this point I'm using D'Addario super lights, exploring the difference between the phosphor bronze and the 80/20. The high E is a .010. I use a looper so that I can do some lead work and I'm looking for...
  68. Genghis

    Def Leppard On Jimmy Kimmel - Off Air Peformance

    I'm game! Been ages since I've had any real human contact, so virtual group hug would be a big step up at this point.
  69. Genghis

    Def Leppard On Jimmy Kimmel - Off Air Peformance

    Hey, my dog digs my playing and once I started padding the underwear in the right places, I look pretty damn good strutting my stuff. I've got an armadillo in my trousers!
  70. Genghis

    Def Leppard On Jimmy Kimmel - Off Air Peformance

    Agree 100%! YouTube compression is rough even on studio tracks let alone a board mix that was most likely tuned to sound decent in the room they performed in. I cringe listening to the board mix on the videos my band did from clubs in the good old days, but even with the horrible sound it can...
  71. Genghis

    Def Leppard On Jimmy Kimmel - Off Air Peformance

    Funny, I get the most useful feedback from non-musicians as they just listen to the song and decide whether they feel something or like the hooks or melody, whereas musicians seem to want to wag their willy and envision how they think things should sound.
  72. Genghis

    Def Leppard On Jimmy Kimmel - Off Air Peformance

    Still my favorite from them. I have to listen to that soon, and may even check out the new one when I have a little time.
  73. Genghis

    Def Leppard On Jimmy Kimmel - Off Air Peformance

    I think it's fair to say that they got the gig on Kimmel because they have better things to do than come on a forum and argue about a video they saw on YouTube. More power to them. It's a rough business and takes something special to enjoy the long-term success they have had.
  74. Genghis

    FS StudioCat 17 inch i7 DAW Custom Laptop

    Bumped for price drop to $950.
  75. Genghis

    FS StudioCat 17 inch i7 DAW Custom Laptop

    I have a StudioCat custom built laptop built specifically for studio DAW use up for sale. It still has great specs for DAW use and plenty of fast hard drive space for sample libraries. Asking $950 OBO shipped in Continental US. This is a heavy duty laptop that uses a CPU designed for desktop...
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  76. Genghis

    Recording Techniques?

    I've always used my RME and the AES inpuy for Axe-FX. Key reason I avoid an aggregate device is that I use several software synths regularly and like to keep my latency as low as possible. I read that aggregate devices sum the latency of both devices or something to that effect. (Don't recall...
  77. Genghis

    Wah problem...bug? or?

    I thought I had it set so that my B channel in a scene used the LFO and it retained the A channel on my controller, but I may be wrong about that. I was only using the LFO for a short section in a song, so I didn't save it, but I may revisit that and check it again. It just makes sense that it...
  78. Genghis

    Wah problem...bug? or?

    You need to change from All channels in the modifier page to only channel A in that first scene, then select the other scene that has channel B and select B instead of All. The swtting is in the modifier page. I did the same thing a few days ago, and even though I was aware of how to do that, I...
  79. Genghis

    Dad Jokes

    Maybe I have twisted values, but I'm enjoying this thread almost as much as the new firmware posts. So many great really bad jokes!
  80. Genghis

    Dad Jokes

    A guys walks in to the doctor's office with a frog on his head. Doc says "What happened here?" The frog says "I don't know, this all started with a wart on my butt."
  81. Genghis

    Backing vocal technique

    I need to do more experimentation with different sounds when I do mupltiple overdubs and harmonies. I did a few harmony parts on one of my songs today, basically the lead is kind of a power rock Dio type sound, and I did two high harmony parts as clean and clear as I could, two middle but lower...
  82. Genghis

    Ask your doc about your testosterone levels!

    My naturopath tested my levels a few months ago and they were a bit low. Nothing dangerous, but low enough that she put me on a natural dietary supplement in a very low dose. I went back after 3 months and it hadn't improved much, so she upped the dose, and I told her that my acupuncturist and...
  83. Genghis

    New Spectrasonics Omnisphere "Sonic Extensions"

    Wow! Love Omnisphere and the demos I've heard so far sound really great on this. I had to stop listening for now as it's just not in my budget, but definitely on my short list when I can afford to spend a little money. Great stuff!
  84. Genghis

    Twelve Step Work?

    Thank you for sharing your story. What you have made from the struggle should be an inspiration for anyone who is struggling for a solution. I will look for the Science of the Mind, as it sounds like the type of thing that would interest me. I have also found that regular meditation helps me...
  85. Genghis

    Twelve Step Work?

    I am 27 years sober and go to meetings regularly. I had a friend who is a normie tell me that he is sometimes a bit envious of the tools we use to get our lives together and he thinks a lot of non-addicted people could benefit. In the past couple of years I have started working with a new...
  86. Genghis

    Parallel chain with shunt adds gain ?

    I've been using it since the original Ultra and have been doing sound engineering since way before then and still learn new stuff about this thing all the time. It is fairly easy to-do the basics, bit way beyond deep once you start digging in. Enjoy the tweaking process!
  87. Genghis

    Parallel chain with shunt adds gain ?

    That is a scenario where having the parallel pitch block should have the bypass state in one of the mute options, so when you bypass the block it mutes instead of adding the level of that row.
  88. Genghis

    Parallel chain with shunt adds gain ?

    I'm trying to understand why one would use a shunt in parallel. I use othrr effects in parallel, and sometimes they have shunts with them, but the effect itself is set to a bypass mode that mutes, which effectively keeps that row from adding anything when you bypass the shunt. Interested to know...
  89. Genghis

    Steven Slate Drums or Superior Drummer 3

    If you sre triggering from e-drums Superior Drummer 3 is hard to beat. I would not recommend MODO Drums for triggering from an e-kit. Really odd implementation on the way cymbals are done, and I could not find a way to make them anywhere near as usable as Superior Drummer.
  90. Genghis

    Dad Jokes

    Q: What do you do to an elephant with 3 balls? A: Walk him, and pitch to the giraffe!
  91. Genghis

    Axe-Fx Firmware Release Version 17.01 Public Beta #2

    Cab block has 4 slots. Only 3 and 4 handle Full Rez.
  92. Genghis

    Axe-Fx Firmware Release Version 17.01 Public Beta

    Confirmed. Same results here so it doesn't appear to have anything to do with the multiplexer issue that others have reported.
  93. Genghis

    The music that got you going

    The Beatles were the first group that caught my attention when I was very young. Wanted to take guitar lessons early on, but being raised by a single mom budget was tight. Started playing cornet (trumpet) in school and learned some basics, but around 9th grade my mom got my first electric...
  94. Genghis

    Any Gamers here? Ps5/xbox shortages

    I am more of an occassional gamer amd the racing fames like Gran Turismo, Dirty Rally and a dirt bike racing game are my main games. I have a PS4 Pro, and at one point I was considering a PS5 when GT7 is available, but since they announced that it will run on PS4 or PS5 I doubt I'll bother. I...
  95. Genghis

    AITR

  96. Genghis

    Pete Thorn Videos

    Very talented guy who has cost me a bit of cash due to his demo videos. Fortunately being an Axe-FX user I don't get as tempted as some, but he has a way of showing how good things can sound. I haven't seen too many of his more recent videos, but I do recall that he always gravitated towards...
  97. Genghis

    UPS is the worst carrier

    UPS is union and pays fairly well compared to much of their competition. Part of the issue in many instances is with the automation and the sheer number of pieces going through the systems. I'm not sure how many of you have been inside a hub for any of these carriers and really knows how it...
  98. Genghis

    Best Shoes for Long Gigs

    I switched to the barefoot low profile shoes and won't go back. Most of them have wider toe box, and that can be a bit trickier for switching presets or scenes, but it hasn't caused me any problems. Xero Shoes is one of the popular name brands out there of this type, but the no-name pair I got...
  99. Genghis

    Fried Tweeters in Studio Monitors - Suggestions?

    Definitely. Looks like the direct replacement with original is 225 if it can be replaced easily. I had been considering upgrading monitors as I am in a significantly larger room than I've had in the past so I pulled the trigger on a set of Adam A8X to replace these. Should be here tomorrow...
  100. Genghis

    Finally saw Space-X “Falcon Nebula” this morning

    Great shot, and amazing steady hands to hold it for long enough to get the shot! Awesome!
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