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    Preview of the MidyAX - A new tool to enhance the AXE-FX experience

    Well done, Polygap. I just posted about wanting something like this on the AxeFXII Wish List forum and was directed here where I find that inventive and capable minds have been at work already! I agree that a 1RU interface would be ideal.
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    Using Cab sims into a guitar cabinet

    Thanks for the suggestions. I should add that I audition most of my patches at quite low volume at home. That might be something to do with it, I suppose. Yes, I don't mind breaking convention if it works for my ears. Overall, adding the cab sims is not an improvement - the extra vibrancy...
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    Using Cab sims into a guitar cabinet

    My chain is Gibson SG Classic > Ultra > Mesa 20/20 > Marshall1960A. Or I use an oversize 112 with a Celestion V30 for practice. No studio work for me - it's all live playing. Here's the thing - although I know I should not use a cab sim as I don't have an FRFR set-up, presets sometimes...
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    Are we blessed, or what?

    Just been noodling with my Ultra. Discovered yet more amazing parameters, functions, options, sounds. Sigh. Thanks, Cliff. 8-)
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    Anyone using a 1x12 cab, and how does is sound?

    I'm using a 1 x 12 oversize cab with a Celestion Vintage 30. I quite like it for low volume, but at band practice I tried a 4x12 Marshall 1960A, which just sounded so much fuller. At those stage volumes, the 112 sounded boxy by comparison. Plenty of people use 112s though, I reckon you can get...
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    Emulating Edge anbd others "scratchy pick"

    Maybe not. Wasn't sure whether to post here or General, Ultra Zone, or what
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    Emulating Edge anbd others "scratchy pick"

    Re: Emulating Edge and others "scratchy pick" I'm sure you are all correct, the dimply pick is the best way. I use 1.0mm Jim Dunlops. They have a dimpled part as well, not sure how it compares with Herdims. Sometimes the sheer power of the AxeFx makes me think virtually anything is possible...
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    Boston More than a Feeling rhythm tips or patch?

    Excellent. Will try that. I assume that there is absolutely no need for an attenuator sim, as we have the power to simply reduce the level of the amp block. so... Chorus - EQ - Marshall Plexi? Or Chorus after the amp? How would one emulate a stereo chorus doubler? Two in parallel, with a short...
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    Boston More than a Feeling rhythm tips or patch?

    I had over-written that but have now retrieved. I'm finding find that since I play into a tube power amp and a guitar cab, a lot of other people's (and factory) presets need a bit of work. It seems like a starting point at least, though. Thanks for the tip.
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    Emulating Edge anbd others "scratchy pick"

    Like this... http://www.amnesta.net/edge_delay/herdim.html There are a number of artist who use this "scratchy" input to get a particular sound. Can anyone think of a way to emulate this?
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    Boston More than a Feeling rhythm tips or patch?

    Any tips on how to set up a rhythm patch for More than Feeling by Boston? Or even, better does anyone have one they'd like to share? Into and lead would be nice as well, but I may be asking too much!!
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    anyone has patches from The Cure? (pictures of you, forest )

    Re: anyone has patches from The Cure? (pictures of you, fore Snap! I've just ditched an SS power amp and gone back to the Mesa 20/20. Nice, isn't it! And just bought a 1960A a few days ago which I haven't had a chance to try yet.
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    The Cars keyboard parts on guitar

    Thanks Matman. I'm very new to this and would barely know where to start. Your offer to help is greatly appreciated! Keyboard sounds I'm chasing are: Let's Go - Cars Drop the Pilot - Joan Armatrading Don't Change - INXS Run to You - Bryan Adams I hope that with an idea of the basic approach...
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    The Cars keyboard parts on guitar

    I've been wondering about the the same thing, and keyboard parts in general. I'd like to emulate the keyboards in some Cars songs and also Don't Change by INXS. There is a way to emulate the Boss Slow Gear effect mentioned on Axe Wiki, which my help in getting rid of string attack, but as for...
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    Boss GT10 as midi controller

    You could definitely use an external dual footswtich plugged into the SUB CTL output, which would also give you some other options But it sounds like you want to avoid that. One way would be to use the CTL pedal (or I think you have 2 on the GT-10). These are not very useful for most things...
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    Deep rack for power amp

    I assume you mean plugged into a power strip inside the rack? I don't actually use one as it is a 3U rack with just AxeFX and poweramp. I unplug both when I pack it up. For a taller rack, I imagine you couldn't leave it plugged unless using a right angle plug, as you suggest.
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    Help with Sla 2 and Guitar Cab. Sound NG !

    I have a similar issue playing through same amp into a 112 and a 210 cab. With cab sims on, it sounds better than with them off, but a little muddy. I don't know much about how to use global EQ - how do you get that thump and fullness with EQ? I've been setting up patches with an effects loop...
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    Deep rack for power amp

    I use an ART SLA2 power amp and a 14in Gator rack. Two brackets on the map protrude byond the back of the rack,m when the lid i off, by about 1.5in. There's not as much room in the rear lid for stowing cables, but enough to work fine. The ART is good, but heavy compared to the Mesa Boogie 20/20...
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    What would YOU do with a 2x10 cab? FR spkrs?

    It is closed back (but able to be modded), plywood construction and currently contains some rather tinny hi-fi speakers which have a lot of top-end. I use it in conjucntion with a 112 with Celestion V30, all powered by a ART SLA2. It seems to lack depth or bottom end, or something. When I plug...
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    output volume: is the AXE powerful enough? some doubts...

    Re: output volume: is the AXE powerful enough? some doubts.. How exactly do you adjust like this for optimum levels? Bypass everything else in the signal chain, or is the clipping light meaningful if you have everything else in the signal chain still active?
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    10" speaker recommendations?

    I also have the option of changing this cab to a 112. I guess 2 x 10s will give more bottom end though?
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    10" speaker recommendations?

    Any recommendations for a 10inch speaker? For a 210 closed-back guitar cab. I currently play through an ART SLA2 into a homemade 112 (Celestion V30) open back cab of low quality, plus a 210 closed-back cab of good quality. The 10in speakers are no-name hi-fi speakers and quite trebly. The...
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    Mesa 20/20 - anyone using it with their AxeFx?

    I ended up using same as the orginal, a Sunon fan. They have a super-quiet versions KDE0504PKV2 MS.A.GN and KDE0504PKV3 MS.A.GN. 40x40x20 with "vapo" bearings. Equivalents without the vapo bearing options, are ball-bearing options KD0504PKB2 and KD0504PKB3 or sleeve KD0504PKS2 and KD0504PKS3...
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    The new ultimate poweramps for the AXE?

    My ART SLA2 is good but heavy for a sad old fella like me with a bad back. This is very light and must have a switchmode power supply. Penge, is this the one with the noisy fan? And if so, how noisy compared with a Mesa 20/20 fan (if you've ever heard one?)
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    interesting... rackmount concepts.... headcases/ FR speakers

    Re: interesting... rackmount concepts.... headcases/ FR spea What he said.... Anyone? Or tried them with anything?
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    The Answer finally.....Nirvana !!!

    Congratulations! Funnily enough I quite like my Axe into an RCF Art310a plus through a SS power amp into a 112 and 210 cab. But it is the RCFArt310a that gives the bottom end..!
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    Mesa 20/20 - anyone using it with their AxeFx?

    I replaced the fan in mine and it was a little noisier than it should have been due to wear, but the replacement still makes a noise - it is the sound of the air moving rather than the fan itself. I don't notice it though - usually playing in a band context rather than low volume/home. I quite...
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    Need some power amp help

    I bought the ART SLA 2 a couple of months ago to replace a Mesa Boogie 20/20. The ART is pretty good - it doesn't sound harsh or brittle and is definitely more faithful to the Axe output tone. BUT there is still something about the Mesa that I miss - maybe just its special character. "Depth" or...
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    Poll - please vote !!

    First I tried Mesa Boogie 20/20 into 112 and 210 cabs Then direct to an RCF ART310a. Now ART SLA2 into 112 and 210 AND direct to an RCF ART310a! Still haven't nailed it though.
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    Any way to emulate a 12 string sound?

    Great info guys. Pitch dependent pitch-shifting. This would work for me since I only plan to play in the first 3 frets, at least for this one sound I'm trying to get. The concept makes sense but HOW would you actually do this with the Axe? EQ in the pitch shifted signal path? Or using truly...
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    Any way to emulate a 12 string sound?

    Thanks for that. What does C4 mean?
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    Any way to emulate a 12 string sound?

    No high E and B. Hmm, I used to play bass, but not any more. I get it though, those double up on a 12-string. If Eventide can do it, I am sure Axe can. Any idea how they do it? Pitch shift but with EQ compensation somewhere? Any idea what frequencies?
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    Any way to emulate a 12 string sound?

    I've had my Ultra for six months or so (loving it), but have never tried this. Any tips for a 12-string sound? I'd be using it initially for More Than a Feeling by Boston. BTW - the search engine won't search for "12" so it is difficult to see if anyone else has talked bout this before.
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    Tube and SS poweramp differences?

    OK. Interesting. I am not against adding colouring the tone with the 20/20 per se. In a way, I think it might be nice to add my own 20/20 “sauce”. I’m pretty new to this so please let me know if my thinking is flawed. But I see the disadvantages of the 20/20 approach to be: 1. Colouring of tone...
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    Will AxeFX improve my quality of life?

    I should have remarked earlier that since starting this post, I did go ahead and buy one. And everybody here is right!
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    Tube and SS poweramp differences?

    I'm tossing up SS v Tube poweramp as well. I tried an RCF ART310a powered speaker for while, but for the moment I'm going back to Mesa Boogie 20/20 and 2 cabs (a 112 and a 210). When I first bought the AxeFX, I intended to go SS all the way. But the 20/20 sounds pretty good. I am a new buyer so...
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    Will AxeFX improve my quality of life?

    You were right. Damn.
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    Wow, there is certainly some brainpower in this group! Joegold, I won't use up half a page by pasting quote of your whole post here. From my somewhat hazy memory of university physics, what you say makes sense. I'm guessing that "difference tones" and "low frequency intermodulation" are two...
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    FRFR vs. Poweramp/cab

    I decided to go FRFR recently and after much research bought an RCF ART 310a. It is great at home, but I just can't get used to it in a band context. So for last practice I went back to back to my Mesa Boogie 20/20-made 210 and 112 cabs, which are also easy and light to carry around. To me...
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    Controlling Multiple Midi signals with one controller Help!

    Actually you would set the controller to transmit in Omni mode (all channels), wouldn't you? And the receiving devices to listen only to one channel each? I could be wrong.
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    First gig with new setup

    Glad to hear your first gig went well. I'm hoping to do mine soon. I am changing back to real power amp and cabs too. The FRFR just doesn't work for me. I used to think my 112 and 210 home made cabs were not that good, but with AxeFX into Mesa Boogie 20/20 they sound great.
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    PROBLEM SOLVED!! Or understood, anyway. The first thing I did was to drag out my Peavey Delta Blues. Plugged in and played the open D plus 16th fret B on the clean channel. All clean with no noticeable intermodulation. Then switched channels and dialled in a similar amount of crunch as my FAS...
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    No, we're good. And you are totally right about eliminating variables. Will let you know results a.s.a.p. On the other point you mention, I've been having editor trouble too. What MIDi interface or adaptor are you using?
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    Yes I know, that is a valid comment and no offence is taken. I didn't want to create any unnecessary fuss and this started as an enquiry about whether the issue I was experiencing was a common thing or might be to do with the settings used. I do feel a bit bad that other people are onto it...
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    Thanks, I'll try that. Also, it was suggested to me off-forum that old strings might be a factor. My strings are overdue for a change too, so I'll try that also.
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    OK. I can’t upload it, so I’ve gone through and written down the settings. Phew….! A couple of comments on the settings: 1. Bypassing Compressor made no difference 2. Amp settings are based on settings copied from Stringtheorist for the same song (although he uses this amp for the intro only)...
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    I'm not really set up to record, unfortunately. I'm a live player and although I do have a recording interface, it has been in its box for years and I have never recorded with it. I'll get around to working out how to do that some time in the next month or two and also how to upload presets...
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    Don't think so - same guitar into different devices, different results. Thanks for the suggestion though.
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    Tube amps do, I agree - it is normal. Any two tones will produce inter-modulation. I've even heard an incredibly musical effect coming from a fleet of close-moored prawn trawlers with their engines idling. It was uncanny. All inter-modulation and with more than two input tones. I just find...
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    Wow, thanks for posting the data Physics. I studied it at university (29 years ago!) and I know it is immutable. Although, all too often it happens that real world systems do not follow our predictions. This is not because the physics is not immutable - sometimes there are more effects in play...
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    OK thanks - I'll try a few more models and see how I go. Very happy with the Ultra in other aspects, BTW! Excellent machine.
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    Hi All, - I'm a new Ultra user and I'm having trouble with what I think is low frequency modulation. It is very apparent with the song She Sells Sanctuary (the Cult), where there is an open D played along with a run down the fretboard from the 16th fret: B A G F# E D C A. There is a very...
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    Could you help me in mimicing the infinite guitar (sustain)?

    Hmmm - I saw Adrian Belew play it with a local Aussie singer on RockWiz (TV quiz show featuring top musicians). Sounded great, but no eBow!
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    What actual amps are these AxeFX sims modelling?

    Can't believe I didn't look on Wiki (kicks self). Thank you!
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    What actual amps are these AxeFX sims modelling?

    Some are obvious from the names, like the Fender, Marshall, Hiwatt, Rectifier and so on, but many of the others I just can't work out. Does Solo = Soldano, for example? What about the others? Has anyone ever done a list. If this has been asked often before, I apologise.
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    Boss GT-x DOES work as budget MIDI controller!

    Boss GT-x DOES work as a MIDI controller! PROBLEM SOLVED I was having trouble with the damn CTRL switch, but just had a breakthrough by attaching a regular footswitch to the external pedal input. In summary: Patch changes: Easy. Bank messages work too, so you have access to a huge range of...
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    Boss GT10 as midi controller

    Hi Aussie Joe, Aussie Phil here (Melbourne). I've just set up my GT-3 to control the AxeFX and it is working great. I understand the GT-10 to be similar. I was having trouble, but just had a breakthrough by attaching a regular footswitch to the external pedal input. In summary: Patch changes...
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    Boss GT-x DOES work as budget MIDI controller!

    HERE'S THE ISSUE I HAD. SOLUTION/WORK-AROUND in SECOND POST I'm using an old Boss GT-3 as a MIDI controller and want to toggle a Drive block in and out. The problem is that the CTRL switch is momentary and the result is that the Drive Block only stays engaged when I hold the pedal down. It...
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    Boss GT10 as midi controller

    I'm using a GT-3 and it works fine for changing patches. A bonus is that the unit can be used 1. as a headphone amp 2. as a back-up and 3. as an alternative multi-FX where I haven't got the patch sounding right on the AxeFX yet. I have not worked out how to get the CTRL and EXP pedal working...
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    Midi controller choices? Need 10 presets

    Here is a left field idea: I use a Boss GT-3 multi- effects pedal as a MIDI controller. With it I can access 340 presets and it is incredibly well built, robust and easy to use. As a bonus, in bypass mode I can use it as a headphone amp! Another plus is it can be set up as a back-up FX unit...
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    Could you help me in mimicing the infinite guitar (sustain)?

    +1 on wanting to get this sound. I've only just received my AxeFX and would love to play "Heroes" by Bowie.
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    Oz buyers who paid no tax?

    I doesn't actually need to be 100% made in US. There are some ruiles about undergoing a change of tariff classification i.e. changes from being various electronic components, electrical and mechanical components with their own individual classifications to being to complete processor, with its...
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    Oz buyers who paid no tax?

    Mine arrived today (WOOOHOOO!) and I paid GST and $48.45 Customs processing only, no duty. I claimed preference as an importer under the AUSFTA (Australia-US Free Trade Agreement). You need to download a second N10 form from the Customs website (not the standard postal one they send you when...
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    10", 12" or 15" FRFR speakers?

    Thanks, that pretty much fits with my experience of guitar cabs, yet on the other hand our bass player has a 4 x 10 cabinet and I'm told that the smaller 10in speaker gives a better, tighter low end for bass. Also the QSC K10 seems to be a highly popular speaker amongst AxeFX users. Which made...
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    10", 12" or 15" FRFR speakers?

    I usually play very clean or heavily distorted, sometime in drop D and need it to sound tight. Need to choose in next fortnight between Opera 405 and RCF ART310a, which I can get at about the same price. I can't try them out first unfortunately. What is the difference between different speaker...
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    MIDI cable quality

    I'm just about to start using MIDI. There seems to be a wide variation in pricing of MIDI cables. I can understand this with guitar cables, but MIDI? I guess it is all about quality. Can anyone recommend some MIDI cable makers which are a reasonable compromise between price and quality? I need...
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    Experience with Headphones - recommendations?

    Thanks for the further info. I looked them up on eBay and cheapest i could find was $238 but I'll keep looking. It is had to tell for the pictures - do this fit right OVER your ears so the padded part contacts your head only, r do they press up against the ears? I have biggish ears and the...
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    Experience with Headphones - recommendations?

    Thanks, I'll look out for those on eBay. I am in Australia too - in Melbourne. you make a good point about the FRFR. This is another area where I don't have a lot of knowledge. At the moment I'm leaning towards powered PA speakers. The DB Technologies Opera 405 has been recommended to me (by a...
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    Experience with Headphones - recommendations?

    I'm interested in peoples experiences with headphones. I've ordered an AxeFX, intend to buy FRFR speakers and would like a good pair of headphones so I can muck aound with patches. What I'm after is: Good sound quality, so what I hear is a reasonable match to what I can expect through my FRFR...
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    Ordered my AxeFX Ultra. Into the breach we go....

    Thanks in large part to some helpful advice from members of this forum, I have just ordered my AxeFX Ultra. Upgrading from a Boss GT-3. Not sure how long it will take to ship to Australia, clear customs etc, but hopefully not too long... So I'm one of you now. Just wanted to share my...
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    Passive or active spkrs, where to put Axe on stage?

    What is the difference between full range vs Bi-amp? Functionally I mean, rather than results-wise?
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    Passive or active spkrs, where to put Axe on stage?

    The more I think about it. The more this makes sense. Think I'll try existing rig first and also use on the band's powered monitors to see what that is like. They are not very high quality but I suppose it will give me an idea.
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    Passive or active spkrs, where to put Axe on stage?

    Thanks for those tips. There are some nice rigs in that topic link. The amp-stand looks like a good idea. Re-visited some advice recieved earlier, which was that a Tech21 Power Engine 60 might be a good way to go. SS powered speaker with XLR outs that looks like a guitar amp, i.e. is similar to...
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    Passive or active spkrs, where to put Axe on stage?

    Hi all. I've been reading this forum for some time and am homing in some rig choices, still up the air about some others. Would appreciate some tips, especially from stage players using AxeFX. We're just about gig ready and I have very little stage experience. Decided: Buying AxeFX Nearly...
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    Will AxeFX improve my quality of life?

    What did they set you back?
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    Patiently waiting for 9.0?

    Jeez guys, I'm just a noob who hasn't even bought an AxeFX yet and now I'M getting all worked up about the next firmware :lol:
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    Will AxeFX improve my quality of life?

    With the amount I know about audio, I guess I'll be fairly safe from the cat bowl ;)
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    Will AxeFX improve my quality of life?

    Thanks Chris. Verstality is what I'm after, so that sounds good. Also easy set-up/break down. Ok, the conclusions I've reached so far is that much better guitarists than me think the AxeFX is fantastic. Which tells me it will be more than good enough for me. I should avoid cab sims at this...
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    Will AxeFX improve my quality of life?

    Mr Deltones, thank you for your kind concern about improving my trouser action status. Since I am happily married, do you offer a Magical FLOW T-shirt that keeps them away?
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    Will AxeFX improve my quality of life?

    Chris, what sort of music do you play?
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    Will AxeFX improve my quality of life?

    STEP RIGHT UP! Made me smile, thanks! You're not from marketing department are you? :D
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    Will AxeFX improve my quality of life?

    Hi Chris, Thanks for your comments. Nice to know that AxeFX is so much better that the GT series and that you are having a good time with it. I spent hours last night trying to dial in my GT and was nearly in tears of frustration. I'm not sure how much of it is the GT and how much is my lack...
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    Will AxeFX improve my quality of life?

    Hi Chris - pretty close to that fake hotel in your avatar! I live in Frankston, work in Dandenong. Actually, I PM'd you earlier on Melband to ask how it was working out post-honeymoon. Can't see the sent message in my folder so maybe it didn't work.
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    Will AxeFX improve my quality of life?

    Thanks everyone for the welcome and for the generous advice. Australia, actually. Same thing, but better at sport...hehehe (usually) . Of course! I had completely forgotten that my Boss (museum-piece!) could act as a MIDI controller. Good thinking, Dutch, Angello. I suppose it would be too much...
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    Will AxeFX improve my quality of life?

    Thanks for the reassuring words. I'm glad to hear your AxeFX is working out. Did you have anolog gear before or digital? I've done no research into full-range speakers yet - how do they compare cost-wise with guitar speakers?
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    Will AxeFX improve my quality of life?

    I am wondering about buying Axe-FX and would like to ask some opinions. I’ve been playing acoustic guitar at home for many years and have quite recently made the step to playing electric guitar and joining a band which plays a combination of heavy-ish rock originals and covers from bands such...
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