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    Anyone catching the Swift game today?

    Glad to hear that, I read more carefully again and I see more clearly what you're saying there. The delusional belief in that craziness is puzzling. Back to Fractal land, a more logical and fun-based world!
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    Anyone catching the Swift game today?

    Thanks for the sarcasm! Hard to believe some people actually think this is true.
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    Let's see those FM3 rigs!

    No velcro.
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    Connection lost

    Just got a used FM3, 6.02 firmware. Downloaded FM3 Edit (1.05.16), hooked up to my iMac (10.15.7), worked great. Shut down everything, left USB cord plugged in, with FM3 off, some of the lights on the top (forget which ones) were lit up; now if turned off, grey blank screen on FM3 , power cord...
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    BMI, ASCAP, etc. suing bars?

    Nice to hear from some folks that are actually a part of the system. Totally agree, the artists should receive their due reward accurately. I don't think anyone disagrees that some system should be in place to that end. What that looks like in reality is tough. Without an actual plan - even...
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    BMI, ASCAP, etc. suing bars?

    Not sure I'm on the same math page as you, what's the third agency - those two items you listed don't add up to $3k. Is there another US licensing group? I think that different artists have licensing deals - BMI or ASCAP or the international one. I have always wondered why there isn't just...
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    BMI, ASCAP, etc. suing bars?

    Just passing along what I'm reading. "What I'm hearing" is similar to "everyone says" - zero credibility except as individual stories. These stories come from bar owners looking to make more money and artists who want to monetize their art. As the web site shows, there are licenses for...
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    BMI, ASCAP, etc. suing bars?

    https://www.ascap.com I couldn't find it on the web site, haven't read it all, but else where I saw $3.33 x the occupancy of the place, with a minimum of $356/year. So any size bar up to about 100 occupancy pays $356, and it goes up from there by size. There's different stuff for different...
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    BMI, ASCAP, etc. suing bars?

    One thing I don't think I saw here - these agencies make their money collecting fees for the artists. I saw bunches say they're taking all the money, raping the artists, etc. That may be in some cases, because greed and big money leads to criminal activity sometimes. As I understand it (I...
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    Reserved MIDI CC

    That makes some sense, just wondering 'cuz I currently use a Liquid Foot Pro, and fuzzily trying to program it to control Axe and Helix rack (not at the same time, mind you) with as much overlap of CC# as possible. One or both may have to be changed, but seems like AFX can use any numbers...
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    Reserved MIDI CC

    Are MIDI cc#s 1-10 on the II XL+ reserved for something in particular, or are they just not used as defaults? On the chart, there are default values for most everything. 1-10 doesn't appear. Also, even though those assigned are all defaults, they can be changed, correct?
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    what do you guys use for a lead/solo boost?

    I only did it a bit, I've just recently gotten an IIXL+, but I think there was a gap in X/Y when changing amps, but not when you're changing to the same amp model but with changed parameters. Lots of option, no matter. OP got lots of suggestions, hope he posts which one worked for him.
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    what do you guys use for a lead/solo boost?

    Couldn't he just use the X-Y function, make them identical other than output. Seems simplest.
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    Mixer on block pages in Axe-Edit

    That makes sense, Will stick to volume block to control.
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    Mixer on block pages in Axe-Edit

    When a particular block is chosen, there is a MIXER box on the far right, which includes some different stuff. Looking at the amp models - there's a Level knob - where does this fall? It's not the OUTPUT BLOCK, it has Balance, Input Select, Bypass Mode and other parameters for different...
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    Programming EXP controllers with Axe Fx II and Boss Es-8

    https://www.boss.info/us/support/knowledge_base/211249226/ #20 on the Axe.
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    Programming EXP controllers with Axe Fx II and Boss Es-8

    Don't have a Boss unit, but plenty of time mucking about assigning a 3rd party controller to the Axe. Couple questions for your setup. Ae you using MIDI to talk to the Axe from the ES-8? My guess is no. If so, changes stuff. So - can you plug your Mission pedals directly into the Axe and...
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    Routing

    More good stuff, fellows, thanks. It's on it's way, should be here by the end of next week. Looking through the manual, I see the Triaxis modes are all modeled, so I'm excited to check those out. If they work out, the method described by Paperjace above will be the way I roll. If not - I'll...
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    Routing

    Thanks for the replies. Checked the manual (duh), but Roland ^^ provided what I needed b/c I plan to use a Triaxis in the effect loop, taking away the use of output 2 for PA or amp use. I would like to eliminate the Triaxis, but we'll see. Been A/B'ing actual Triaxis to emulations for years...
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    Routing

    Thinking about obtaining one of these. Can I - route a full signal to one output to go to the PA, and route the same signal to another output to go to an onstage amp/speaker for self-monitoring purposes? I would include a cab block on the one routed to the PA. I'm talking about routing at the...
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    I'm back to Axe FX II

    Boston live in the late 70's in Phoenix (2000+- in the round) - awesome live performance- reproduced vocals, guitars, everything perfectly - just FYI...
  22. M

    Unleash

    Anyone run their Axe-FX directly into a Bad Cat Unleash then into a speaker cab?
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    Mesa Boogie in DUST

    Just got a Roadster head, and the Axe is in the loop for fx only. Can't wait for the rack-mount, fx only version! Bring it!
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    Dream Theater Troll Thread

    Saw them last night in Mesa, AZ. Triaxis into Axe-FX into MB 2:90. Holy shit, what a sound. The new Majestic guitar in white is bad-ass. Petrucci as always is inspiring and discouraging. Like watching Olympic-class athletes perform while trying to work out in the gym. Same body parts, but...
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    axe-fx ultra / stock behringer fcb1010

    If I remember correctly from back when I had one, the stock units were primarily for changing presets, not for turning pedals on/off. Maybe your have an aftermarket chip. Anyhow: http://www.behringer.com/assets/fcb1010_p0089_m_en.pdf There's the manual for the stock unit. Good luck.
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    MIDI setup - questions

    Thanks for the "like", as I looked back on this thread I read your query. Still use the MFC, but I was without the GCX. As I understand it, when hitting "reveal", what you reveal are buttons that are underneath those normally assigned to patch changes on the Axe. So, whatever functions you...
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    Most Underrated guitar solos of all time

    Lindsey Buckingham, Frozen Love, Buckingham/Nicks album
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    Axe-Edit without the Axe-FX attached

    Is this possible? It would be nice to organize/mess with patches when not tied to the unit.
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    Post Your Rig!

    Gibertoni - I have virtually the same gear - replace the RJM with Switchblade, different pedals - how do you use that - Mark with the Axe, separate wet/dry, 4CM or what? Great looking setup.
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    How to setup my rig?

    I use mine kind of like you describe,only with the four-cable method. Guitar > Axe (be sure it's the appropriate input, front or rear)> Axe send to amp input > amp loop send to Axe return > Axe out (L) to amp return > Axe out (R) to PA/Atomic/whatever. Using the FXL, this puts your amp's...
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    What's your backup amp ?

    I use the Axe models as a backup, for the inevitable time my amp head has a problem, or I need to save space (4CM user). I put the fx block right on top of the amp block. If needed I can easily use the amp block with my presets.
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    4 Cable Guys - Share your experiences and setups

    Just discovered that when using the 4CM, that it is crucial that you turn output levels 1 and 2 (on the front panel) all the way up for unity gain - described in a post by Cliff somewhere around here. I found out by having rehearsal and getting an awesome sound with my Mark V, then the very...
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    Asking for your TRUTH

    Agree 100%. I'm lucky enough to be able to keep and use my amps, put the axe II through the loop and use it's awesome fx and easy programmability along with my conventional amp heads, and be able to mess around with the hundreds of amp sims. Regular speaker cab, mic'd up if I want, sim cabs...
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    I'm afraid to bring my "A-rig" to a bar

    I bought a new BMW, but drive my old Toyota because...
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    Massive Poll: Which amps do you use?

    I use a Diezel VH4 or a Mesa Mark V and the 4cm with a Switchblade so I can put the Axe wah before the amp preamp section and keep the other fx in the amp loop out to a Marshall 4x12 or a Dr. Z 2x12. Kind of Petrucci style. Thinking about an analog wah.
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    MFC, LF 12+ and RJM Mastermind GT comparisons

    Check out the Gordius Little Giant LGX2. Very, very, very versatile and programmable for lots of MIDI activities. Familiar with the MFC, but never had the LF.
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    Diezel Rig Rebuild!!! HELP!!!

    Throwing more money at your rig will do it. To keep your single cord on the ground goal, you'll need some way to place that pedal in the signal chain in the right place. I use a Sound Sculpture Switchblade (there are others that will do this) along with a Diezel VH4 - I can put the pedal in...
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    Acceptance of axe fx from others

    Ever had someone with some new gear or technology make fun of you because you don't share their enthusiasm and you prefer the "old" way, without criticism of their "new" way?
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    Volume block still loading with weird values.

    I had the same thing, but it was limited, and it happened with a downloaded patch. The volume block loaded up a global version each time I loaded the patch. Even though i changed it in the patch and saved it. I would set it to EXT 1 control, and the global block was set to LFO, so if I would...
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    Satriani new album

    Sorry, but I can't resist asking - you can hear the AxeFX - which is a tool to sound exactly like "conventional" amps - on a recording? You, sir, must truly have golden ears.
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    Going to see Joe Bonamassa this Friday - Boston Wang Theater

    JB in Phoenix Saw him in Phoenix recently...same old thing, it seems, every time with this guy - awesome playing, great performance, humble and enthusiastic stage persona, a lineup of super cool guitars, amps and sounds...also, in the third row - plexiglass in front of the amp speakers, sound...
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    Fractal modelling guitar

    EBMM Game Changer
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    Cover Band Licensing

    Never heard of that for private affairs either - actually, never even heard of anyone suggesting it, talking about it, or even wondering aloud about it. However, if you were a songwriter and BMI or ASCAP were collecting licensing fees on your behalf, you might think this is a pretty good...
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    Mako Mak4 in loop of Axe-II, NOT 4CM

    Works fine, volume balancing is important. If you put it in the loop you can put wah/compressor/etc. in front of the outboard preamp and delay/verb/etc. after. I've used a variety of preamps like this. Some folks have problems with grounding and noise for high gain use. I never had too much...
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    Who has " sold it all" and gone AXE FX??????

    Bought a Standard, sold it. Bought an Ultra, sold it. Bought a II, sold it. Bought a II again...have it right now - I'm persistent if nothing else. Peavey 50/50, Rocktron ss, Mesa 50/50, Mesa 20/20, early Matrix, VHT 2902...have it right now. Going to get the 1 space Matrix again...
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    Buyers Remorse Anyone?

    kippiejr - I have very much the same amount and type of gear you have (Mark V, ENGL SE, rack, multiple guitars) and 30+ years of playing (back in the "guitar straight into SuperReverb on 10" days), and continue to go back and forth. How do you use the AXE - with a power amp/speaks, power...
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    4 Cable Method (4CM) Heaven

    Fx block, if you're using it as a replacement for your amp/cab stuff, pretty much goes in the same place in the line-up as your amp. Wah, compressor, pedals, other kinds of pre-preamp stuff first (the usual stuff you put after your guitar, but before your amp), then the fx loop (when you're...
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    4 Cable Method (4CM) Heaven

    Guitar1 - you don't have to remove the amp or cab blocks, just bypass them (making sure the signal passes through those blocks) when you add the fx loop block. This usually requires moving other blocks to make room - not always, but most of the time. Also, be careful to keep high gain amp...
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    Behringer or other controller?

    You will surely go insane if you continue to try to program that pedal manually. Use the Ripwerx software. I used it for mine - the pedal is super cool, and will take care of many MIDI needs - that's with the UNO chip, for me. The software has a little bit of a learning curve, but nowhere...
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    2013 Grammys in 10 words or less

    Why, back in my day, there was REAL music. Not like these screaming kids these days! They don't know what music is, they've got no talent, they can't actually sing, they don't play their instruments... Ooooh, I just got a swirling deja vu...getting sucked into a space-time warp...
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    Best seup for me with the Axe fx 2 and my marshall...

    Nice playing, good sound, what's your signal flow? Marshall for tones, axe for fx, combination of amps models & Marshall, how're you doing it?
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    Using the Axe FX for effects only like Steve Vai

    Same problem here with volume matching. I'd like to add an outboard preamp into the mix through the fx loop, haven't even tried the 4cm yet. I'm getting a drastic volume drop, and lots of background noise as well with high gain patches To demo patches, I'm just replacing the amp block with...
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    so with FW 6, what's the next big step!?

    Sorry now, dere' will be no takin' no vacations - get anudder' job, ya' lazy 'ting! Udderwise, get busy wit' dat' fx only unit......
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    Anybody using the II with 4 cable method, I tried it tonight

    4cm with Ultra - no problems, quiet, no hiss, no hum. With AxeII, same as all the other posts, noisy as hell. With: Mark V, ENGL Morse, Triaxis, Pirhana - all noisy - even put the Triaxis in the fx loop, noise-o-rama (replaced amp block in the grid with fx loop) Going to try Axe in the amp...
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    AMP X-Y

    Cool - natural state - I don't know why the Fractal folks couldn't read my mind and put exactly the amp I would want in the Y position.....is mind-reading just too much to ask? Thanks, Paul.
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    AMP X-Y

    Bought my II used. Before using, I updated to 5.07. In every patch, when I switched from X amp to Y amp on the front panel, it reverted to an amp with no sound. Switching back to X got me the original amp with sound. I knew the update to 6.0 was coming, so I just ignored it. I updated...
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    Who here got rid of ALL of their pedals for Axe-Fx?

    Still buy/sell stuff - I got all that stuff because I wanted to try it, liked or didn't like, like how it looks and sounds, kept or sold - will continue to do so. When the Axe can do everything that exists in the world..... True, the Axe is easier to carry and set up, but given no real...
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    TODAY feels like "VERY SOON" to me

    What's a "6.0"?
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    Using FXL block problem.

    Haven't seen this yet, have you tried substituting the "target" outboard gear with something you are sure works, or tried it with connections away from the Axe? Like putting a simple OD pedal in the fx loop? Just ruling out the simple stuff....
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    Best Rack mixer advice

    Sound Sculpture Switchblade, various models. Pricey, but no limits on routing.
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    I Love the Kemper KPA

    Wondering - is approx. $2,400 = millions? If so, anyone want to buy my AF II for $500,000 (super low clearance - I'll cover PPal/shipping)?
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    Msesa 20/20

    Thanks, guys. Haven't had it long, but it does some coloring of the sound, for sure. Just sold my Ultra and got a 2 coming - it did put a little spin on the Ultra, but never played it with a band, so wondering what the perceived volume was. Got a 2902 that is pretty neutral, and super loud...
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    Msesa 20/20

    Anyone use a Mesa 20/20 power amp? How does it hold up live with a drummer, etc.? Under powered, good for reference while going thru the PA, anyone?
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    Is there still no sensible way to use a bunch of controller knobs?

    Wondering the same thing, changing little stuff on the fly is a hassle with the Ultra. I'm looking at my Rocktron Pirhana - in it's manual, they show where you can use the knobs on the front to send MIDI cc changes, similar to what y'all are talking about. They give the cc#'s they're assigned...
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    MIDI setup - questions

    Reading your problem with interest, in the process of setting up a similar rig. I've read some other pitfalls you might check. It may also be some settings on the MFC, it has so many capabilities, sometimes it's a simple change, as you've already done just to get the GCX to respond. First...
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    Lovin' The Axe FX 2 So Much, I'm thinking of selling my Boogie Mark V. Shall I?

    Just.....you know.....trying to help a brother out........Mark V bad.....yeah, that's it......bad.......who'd want one of those......
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    Lovin' The Axe FX 2 So Much, I'm thinking of selling my Boogie Mark V. Shall I?

    I'd definitely sell the V - since they're only worth a few hundred, maybe you could pick up an MFC......let me know and I'll be glad to lift that burden........hate to see a fellow Axe owner with such a problems......just trying to help, you know........being the holiday season and all.......
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    Another 4CM Question. (NOOB!) Also, anyone using RJM products?

    I use the 4CM all the time, I also use the rg16, and can make them all work together preamp and power amp, or amp head, or just Ultra into power amp or amp head fx return input. The only time I had problems like you describe I had cable input/output going to the wrong location, or amp fx loop...
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    Post Your Rig!

    Yep, heavy. Looking into the Matrix amp to lose a little, the VHT is a beast. The two spaces above it is a drawer - that damn thing is heavy too! Nice thing - weighty, but all one unit = plus 2x12, plus guitar, plus man-purse for misc. crap. Considered two piece, with the amp in a separate...
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    Peter Frampton - Where the hell have I been

    That performance on HD Net is really cool, especially when he gets with the newer/heavier stuff - good musician, not resting on the past. He was one of the really big rock stars early on, especially after FCA. Really a big influence on my own style - check Humble Pie Live at the Fillmore for...
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    Post Your Rig!

    Today's Ultra setup How it looks - today. Not a big fan of the MFC tuner, so - wireless or cord into RG16, into tuner and input of Ultra (separately, of course), Ultra out into amp, amp into speakers.
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    Off/on switch on expression pedal

    Before I did any wire cutting I would try this: Yeks MFC-101 How-Tos page - Fractal Audio Systems Wiki
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    To Global Power Amp or Not To Global Power Amp with Ultra

    The standard reply is, there aren't any real rules, if you can dial in what you like, that's the right thing to do. The good and bad about that for me - good: you've got what seems like infinite flexibility to get any sound. The bad: You've got infinite flexibility to get any sound. I use...
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    The new MATRIX GT800FX. THE amp for THE Axe-Fx

    How much US $? I emailed Tone Merchants a couple of weeks ago and got no response.
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    Axe Fx II smokes the Ultra

    Love my Ultra - on alternate days - just like I love my ENGL, Zinky, etc. on those other alternate days - but - I can't resist, cuz I do it - "i just dropped 3k on this thing, and it's the coolest thing since - I dropped 2k on the last version of this thing that I had to sell at a slight loss to...
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    Wah!

    Still no luck. Pedal calibrated as described. Tried changing all the values in the modifier menu under "freq", I can come closer to using more of the full movement of the pedal through crazy settings, e.g. max at 60%, but still only a small portion of the travel is used. Anyone else have this...
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    Problem after update to 1 (anyone know what could be causing this)

    Update seems to have solved the xp2 problems. Thanks Steve (s0c9)!
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    Wah!

    That one would be Waah!
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    Wah!

    OK - Mission pedal thru MFC into Ultra, calibrated (003-127)' assigned to control freq of wah. Little ball travels the entire distance, bottom to top, so pedal/MIDI setup fine. Problem- wah sound only works thru the lower 30% or so - travel of pedal (and controlled frequency) changes over at...
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    Little Help!!

    Check "How to connect, calibrate and configure expression pedals in "Yeks MFC-101 How-Tos page". If I remember correctly, I had a similar problem when I updated - which was directly after I got the MFC, had just programmed it like you with the volume block, and had some "dead" patches. Maybe...
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    Problem after update to 1 (anyone know what could be causing this)

    Are you shi**ing me? I guess that's pretty darn responsive! I'll just wait for the release. Glad you're cool, Dan. I will be soon.
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    Problem after update to 1 (anyone know what could be causing this)

    Wondering if anyone had these kinds of problems pre-update? I just got mine, had it a couple of days, and applied the update. Wondering if going back to the first version (if that's even possible) and waiting to see if the next version eliminates some of the little bits of random craziness...
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    Whammy with delay - Ultra and MFC with XP pedal - corrupting presets

    I get some of the same results when trying to use the whammy with delay - not every time, but at random.
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    Routing question with external Preamp in FX Loop

    What I did with the Engl 570 was bypass the amp block entirely. If you think about it, taking the Axe out of the equation entirely, you'd run a preamp unit straight into a power amp. Any fx would be placed between the preamp and the power amp. By putting an outboard piece, like the ENGL, into...
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    Problem after update to 1 (anyone know what could be causing this)

    From memory - I/O>MIDI - one of the pages, you scroll down for each effect, and it's default cc number to control is given (like: Wahwah 1 bypass 97) - it's a list of all controllable items - you can choose any cc number, and before 1 (or after 128) is a choice for "none". As far as I...
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    Problem after update to 1 (anyone know what could be causing this)

    Worked fine for two plus hours. Only initial change I made was to change the affected items (volume and amp on/bypass) to "none" on the axe-fx. The problem seemed to be random cc messages from the MFC to the Axe - with it set to not take messages, it behaved. Plan to set those back to their...
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    Problem after update to 1 (anyone know what could be causing this)

    TRS for me as well. Rehearsal tonight, so it will be in use for at least a couple of hours. No repeat yet, but only with very short-time use.
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    Problem after update to 1 (anyone know what could be causing this)

    I tried to duplicate this afternoon - First off, I set the MFC to send no cc messages, other than the ones I had assigned. That didn't seem to stop the problem. Next, I went to the ultra and set the amp bypass and volume/pan to "none" on the MIDI menu. Those were the two blocks that were...
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    Problem after update to 1 (anyone know what could be causing this)

    Crazy - had exactly the same thing happen to me tonight. Expression pedal in #2, used as wah, bypassed the amp block and volume pedal in my patch after switching on wah block and working expression pedal. Post update.
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    Hex Expression pedal

    Resolution: tried, and ruined one of my short stereo cables - too small for my ham hands to get in there to work. Took the bottom off the Hex pedal, removed (from the connections on the pot), switched, then soldered the wires that come from the expression pedal input that went into the pot...
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    Hex Expression pedal

    I'm a little simple, exactly how is that done?
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    Hex Expression pedal

    Can anyone tell me if the Rockteon Hex expression pedal can be modded to fully function well with the MFC? I've got two that were perfect with the All Access, but not so much with the MFC. Only moves a 20-30 swing in cc values over the entire movement of the pedal after calibration, which only...
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    Tuner

    Reset parameters worked perfectly. Thanks!
  94. M

    Tuner

    Problem: press IA in axe-fx mode assigned to Tuner, get "waiting for tuner" message. Tuner set to 118 on ultra, on first page of tuner, cc send on MFC for same IA to 118, on-off 000-127, "send real time sysex" set to all on ultra. Pain-the-ass workaround: hit IA for tuner and get "waiting..."...
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    Routing question with external Preamp in FX Loop

    I think you need to post where your fx loop falls in relation to other blocks when you put the ENGL in. I've done what you describe with an e570 with good results.
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    Nice!

    Story: had a Standard for about a year, maybe 6-ish firmware. OK, but actual tube amps always sounded better, so finally gave up, sold it. Year later, bought an Ultra. Had it about a year. Same result - awesome fx, really easy to program, some amp sounds OK, some not, different power amps...
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    Question for Axe Fx Users...

    Here's all the detailed instruction you might ever want to know, hookups, preamps, amps - super informative. Yeks How Tos - Fractal Audio Systems Wiki I use mine with the 4CM with phenomenal results, using only the fx.
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    WALKTHROUGH: Dialing in amps on the Axe-Fx

    Very cool! Best tip by far, for me, is turning master volume down on high-gain amps. Thanks for the effort!
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    Anyone using Axe-FX with an amplifier (for FX only)?

    I'm slamming my head into the wall trying to decide about this crazy thing - but, I use it as you describe you want to. Without too much detail, I set my Axe to receive program changes and cc on MIDI channel one, and my ENGL Steve Morse on MIDI channel two. I use an All Access - I set that for...
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