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  1. bchulse

    FM3 Firmware Version 8.00 beta 1

    Sweet. I don't own a FM3, but stoked for you guys! (I use Axe III & FM9)
  2. bchulse

    Axe-Edit III 1.13.19

    Excellent, thank you!
  3. bchulse

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 25.00 Release

    Excellent, thank you!
  4. bchulse

    Compulsory Eclipse pics

    From southern CT (only around 90% here). Taken with an iPhone camera through special glasses..
  5. bchulse

    Wish ADA MP-1

    Perhaps Leon could attempt a Tone Match since he has 3 of these units..... ;) ;)
  6. bchulse

    Lab Series L5

    I have an L5 in the shop right now waiting for repairs. Hoping my tech can get it sorted out.
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    Lab Series L5

    I have an L7 (4x10) in excellent condition. I believe it's the same amp as the L5, just 4x10 instead of 2x12. I'll be happy to send it to Fractal if they wish to model it. The schematic is also available. ;) I have inquired about this in the past.
  8. bchulse

    Announcing the FM9 Mark II Turbo

    For anyone with the orig FM9 Turbo, get a FC12 with large display for the floor and put the FM9 on a stand to tweak.
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    First Fractal - FM9 would work, but temped to go for flagship

    The FM9 MkII Turbo was just announced. Same specs as reg Turbo but with larger displays. May appeal to you...
  10. bchulse

    Microsoft Authenticator App

    It is a total POS and is causing me a bunch of grief at work.
  11. bchulse

    FM9-Edit 1.02.07 (to support fw 6.00 public beta )

    Thank you!
  12. bchulse

    Can't eject big new USB SSD

    I never use the remove\eject. Just close any window showing/accessing that drive and pull it out. As long as it's not in the middle of a copy or scan, etc. of that drive, should be fine. I manage dozens of PC's and hundreds of removable drives and have not had issues with this. Make sure to back...
  13. bchulse

    Matrix Power Amp on fire at gig

    I already moved to Seymour Duncan 700. No way I'm lugging around a full size amp anymore!
  14. bchulse

    Matrix Power Amp on fire at gig

    No, opened another Support ticket almost 2 weeks ago to find out about the first. Got a robo email confirming the new Ticket, but have heard nothing from anyone. Not very encouraging.
  15. bchulse

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.00 Release

    Not near the unit right now. Will post later. It also exhibits this behavior with other presets at much lower CPU. It may have always fluctuated a bit before, just seems like a greater range swing than I remember. Thanks
  16. bchulse

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.00 Release

    After installing FW 23.0 (released), my CPU went up about 2-3% into the warning zone on my standard preset, which is usually around 78%. I removed a few things and brought it down to around 66%, but the CPU meter is dancing around like crazy. Constantly jumping from 66% to around 70%. It never...
  17. bchulse

    Fender Tone Master FR10

    I had Output 1 at noon to start. Out 1 L to FOH, Out 1 R to FM9. The scenes were all leveled to just below 0 db using the Preset leveler. I just looked at Output 1 & 2. Both are set to -10db. But this is the way I've been using the III for years. Usually with a Power Amp and reg Guitar cab on...
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    Fender Tone Master FR10

    After using the FR-10 at 2 gigs with a fairly loud 8 piece band, I found I had to crank it up to between 1-2 O'Clock, and I still had a tough time hearing it. I was at pretty close range too. A bit surprising since dialing it in at home, I had it around 10 O'Clock and it sounded awfully loud...
  19. bchulse

    Fender Tone Master FR10

    Agreed. Ive been using a FR-10 live with both the AxeIII & FM9. It sounds really good on all the presets. Maybe a light tone tweak depending on the room. I'm going to get a second one for stereo.
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    Matrix Power Amp on fire at gig

    Update. The Robo-Emails have stopped and I reached out to Support a couple days ago for an status of any kind. So far, radio silence. No way to run a business.
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    Wish It's there, my screw-up! (Please add pitch +/- indicator for Pitch Control on Performance Page)

    Running latest FW (23.PB4). Man, if that's where the indicator is, I feel like a complete turd! Did not see that at all. Was looking just above the control itself! Dumbass! I just need to open my eyes, Bakerman, thank you!
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    Wish It's there, my screw-up! (Please add pitch +/- indicator for Pitch Control on Performance Page)

    Sorry, Virtual Capo. just used for Pitching up/Down. The Value does not show on my Performance Page, just the Control itself.
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    Wish It's there, my screw-up! (Please add pitch +/- indicator for Pitch Control on Performance Page)

    Hi, I use the Pitch Control on the Performance Page. When I need to pitch up/down, I enable using either a Footswitch or Bypass on/off on Front Panel, then use the Pitch control to pitch up/down as needed. But there is no indication on this switch to let you know where the pitch is at. It's a...
  24. bchulse

    Matrix Power Amp on fire at gig

    An update to this. Sent the Amp back to Matrix. Got confirmation from shipper that it was delivered, but not a word from Matrix that they received it. Since then (several weeks ago), I am getting a constant stream of robo-emails claiming that the ticket is closed and resolved. I have to keep...
  25. bchulse

    Fender Tone Master Pro....

    Was going to use the FR-10 on gig last Sat., but the place was too small. I did, however use it for practice at home and I thought it sounded really good. Just went straight from Output 1/L to FR-10. Had the Vol about 10 O'Clock, tone controls at noon, high cut off. AxeIII Output 1 between 10-12...
  26. bchulse

    Fender Tone Master Pro....

    Just got the FR-10 today. I mostly use a Power Amp/Guitar Cab live. Any time I've used FRFR previously has basically just been a PA cab (CP8, EV 12ZX, etc.) So this is the first dedicated FRFR I've purchased. Thinking if I like it, I'll get another FR-10 and run them stereo. I've got a lot of...
  27. bchulse

    Complete nuke and fresh restart

    Cooper Carter just posted a Fractal Friday Video today (9/8/23) covering complete Factory reset.
  28. bchulse

    Show us the Quilts!

  29. bchulse

    FM9-Edit 1.02.04

    Thank you!
  30. bchulse

    FC-12 and Bad Power

    We've played at an outdoor venue with low 70's DB max limitation. It was just plain stupid. The drums were a particular problem. The soundman had a DB meter at the board. Some wealthy neighbors who lived up the river a bit were complaining. The shows were always finished early.
  31. bchulse

    Matrix Power Amp on fire at gig

    I don't like to condemn a company or product outright. It's only a machine. Parts fail for lots of reasons. I'll see if they can or will repair it and go from there. Just a reminder to carry backups of everything practical. And it is a good story!
  32. bchulse

    Matrix Power Amp on fire at gig

    I had been using this live for several years before the first failure in Feb. 2022. And after the first repair, it was OK for over a year. I just ordered a Seymour Duncan Powerstage 700 as a replacement. I also sent a message to Matrix Support. We'll see what happens.
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    Matrix Power Amp on fire at gig

    Sorry, I was on http://matrixproaudio.com I found the other site which still has GT amps listed at: usa.matrixamplification.com I haven't tried to contact them for repairs yet. To be fair, they did repair the previous failure for a reasonable price, although it was a 2 month wait.
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    Matrix Power Amp on fire at gig

    Not a FM9 specific issue, but I figured it would get noticed faster here... First gig with FM9. I've had it for a while, but finally got it dialed in. Outdoors on the deck at a beach club under a tent. Comfortable temperature & a breeze. I never run the amp higher than 2-3 o'clock and I don't...
  35. bchulse

    FM9-Edit 1.02.00 (to support fw 5.00 public beta )

    Awesome, thank you! (Date may be wrong above, 6/23/23?)
  36. bchulse

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

    Awesome, thank you!
  37. bchulse

    Volume Pedal tips

    I use one after the amp block. If placed before the amp block, it will affect the guitars output to the front of the amp similar to the guitar vol control. If you frequently vary the guitar vol control, this may work for you. I usually leave the guitar vol wide open and control overall preset...
  38. bchulse

    Mesa boogie is teasing the mark VII

    Also saw Fluff mention something about Peavey already having a MkVI Series. So maybe to avoid confusion or infringement?
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    Mesa boogie is teasing the mark VII

    I got my MkV as soon as they came out in 2009. It doesn't have the Cab Clone feature. I like the new additions on the MkVII. However, I'm wondering why they eliminated the Preset/Auto EQ controls. They are really useful. We already had the 3 Ch Verb controls on the back. Now they're on the...
  40. bchulse

    Windows 11 22H2...

    I've installed on a bunch of laptops & desktops. No apparent issues so far. In fact, the last few Windows updates have actually made the machines run better, which is a first for MS.
  41. bchulse

    Reasonably priced Headphones…NOT

    Wow, was going to follow the link earlier. Glad I didn't. They need to move decimal point one place to the left.
  42. bchulse

    Waitlist Email

    Considering your long wait, I would say the workout can wait!
  43. bchulse

    You know you're getting old when...

    When you have to place a coaster in the toilet before you sit down.
  44. bchulse

    Output 2 has no volume?

    Sorry, was thinking about Axe III. Forgot I used to use the FX Loop block on the II.
  45. bchulse

    Output 2 has no volume?

    Do you have an Output 2 block in the grid?
  46. bchulse

    Need a Windows PC for recording

    If you're looking at Laptops, the latest ones I've been purchasing for my company for CAD work are MSI Gaming Laptops. 64GB RAM, I9 CPU, 2TB+ HDD, 4-8GB Video RAM. Stacked out nice for 1500-2k. Ripping machines for music production as well. While you're at it, pick up an external 5TB drive for...
  47. bchulse

    Need a Windows PC for recording

    Go i7 or faster, 64GB RAM. You'll outgrow a 500GB drive in no time. Go 1TB SSD (preferably larger). Once you start loading up Programs, especially Plug-ins with content, it can fill up fast.
  48. bchulse

    Amp Presence Setting Missing?

    Just looked through several presets, different amps. Sometimes its on the Ideal Tab, sometimes Tone Tab. Das Metall is on both. Matchbox Chiefman & Blankenship Leeds do not have Presence on either Tone or Ideal tabs. So I guess it depends on the model.
  49. bchulse

    Matrix GT1000 w/ Axe FXii and 4x12 cab

    Very strange. Do you have any other amp or other source to connect to it to test?
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    Matrix GT1000 w/ Axe FXii and 4x12 cab

    If the speaker cab is wired correctly, anything plugged in the Cab input should be firing all speakers. There's nothing I can think of from any piece of gear that would only use one speaker in a 4x12. Is the cabinet wired for stereo by any chance? Have you removed the grill to be sure only one...
  51. bchulse

    Switching Computers

    I manage an office full of PC's & laptops, and the Profiles do indeed get corrupted. I've had to rebuild Windows machines many times.
  52. bchulse

    Switching Computers

    Not sure why. I'm not in front of the unit right now. I wonder if it's a fixed location?
  53. bchulse

    Switching Computers

    Set up your own directory structure on C: and point Axe Edit to these. I never use Microsoft default locations. Usually they're buried under your user profile. If that profile gets corrupted, you can't get to anything. As an example: C:\music\Fractal C:\music\Fractal\AxeIII Edit...
  54. bchulse

    The Frackin' SOB accepted my offer

    I had a Flaxwood Rautia for a while. Pretty neat guitar. Very light weight and resonant. Congrats!
  55. bchulse

    Any EBMM owners?

    Another issue with my 2017 majesty. The push-push Tone control wouldn't catch, or sometimes release. Random. I contacted EBMM for a new Pot. After some b&f diagnosis, they sent me an entire Ver.2 updated electronics package at no charge! Everything, circuit board, pots, knobs, wiring, the...
  56. bchulse

    AX FX III updates?

    Download the FW 21.01 update and install manually
  57. bchulse

    Waitlist Email

    Look in your Junk Mail!
  58. bchulse

    Mesa Mark II

    Check out Leon Todd's Youtube Channel for tips on dialing in Mesa Amps. The Tone Stack operates differently than most amps.
  59. bchulse

    AFIII King's X - Summerland cover

    I have an L5 in the shop now (for 6 months). I also have a Pearce G1 head in excellent condition. I've offered this up to Fractal a few times for modelling, but so far, radio silence. Dan Pearce was involved in the development of the Lab L5 amps. The Pearce is considered by some to be the...
  60. bchulse

    Tosin Abasi's EBMM Kaizen Guitar (Axe-Fx III content!)

    Cool axe, but too damned expensive. You can buy one of Tosin's own Abasi guitars for half the price.
  61. bchulse

    FM9 Case?

    Gator GK-2110 Micro Keyboard Gig Bag is a perfect fit for the FM9 itself. Pocket in front for small accessories.
  62. bchulse

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.00 beta 3

    Sounds like a USB issue. I would try a different Cable first. Sounds like a canned response, but USB cables fail frequently. If not the cable, try different USB Ports. Not sure about Mac USB, but PC USB Ports are finicky. Or, as suggested above, try reinstalling the USB Drivers (PC). Not sure if...
  63. bchulse

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.00 beta 3

    There is now a Beta3 update if you haven't seen it: https://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/fm3-firmware-version-6-00-beta-3.188211 Or, to reload FW 5.03 without FM3 Edit running: Download Fractal Bot Utility from Fractal's website: https://www.fractalaudio.com/fractal-bot Download FM3...
  64. bchulse

    Hands up if you hate poor customer service.

    One thing that irks me is saying "thank you" and getting the reply, "no problem". Well, I hope not, since this is your job! Mostly younger folk giving this reply.
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    EBMM Majesty owners/ guitar tech

    Good luck man. I really wanted to like the guitar but it was fighting me all the way. It has finally settled in and I use it on gigs frequently. I had a problem with my push push tone Pot. Contacted EB for a replacement, and they sent me an entire Ver 2. electronics package, including main...
  66. bchulse

    EBMM Majesty owners/ guitar tech

    I had problems keeping my 2017 Majesty in tune for a year or two. So much so, that I hardly used it. I didn't hear it pinging at the nut, so I didn't mess with that. After trying a couple different string brands, and thoroughly stretching the strings, it's been pretty stable. I haven't had to...
  67. bchulse

    Show your motorcycles!

    My newest Ride: 2018 115th Anniversary Fat Boy
  68. bchulse

    PRS Robben Ford signature guitar

    Just saw it as a pre-order for 4,750.00 from Moore Guitars
  69. bchulse

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00 Public Beta (Beta 1)

    Awesome, thank you!
  70. bchulse

    Blocks Library UPDATED FOR 2023

    This is awesome Leon. Many thanks!
  71. bchulse

    NGD: Maybe not quite a "guitar" but pretty close...

    Excellent. I've had my NS Stick since 2006. Also have an Ironwood 10 string Stick and 10 String Railboard. Nice thing about the NS is if you can play a 5 string Bass, you can just pick it up and go. A very light touch. Can be used as a standard Bass or Tap instrument or both. Congrats! These are...
  72. bchulse

    From Leon Todd's cave 2: Boss DC-2, Arion SCH-1, EHX Electric Mistress, TC2290 chorus + Sony spiral delay

    Thank you for these, awesome!
  73. bchulse

    The 300th amp model?!

    I've mentioned before, I have a Pearce G1 head I'd be glad to send to Cliff is he's interested...;)
  74. bchulse

    D-Bells, Klones & Hallows (Dumbles, Klons and Halos). Preset. Video. Homage to the mighty Axe-FX III

    Straight up great preset! Usually I have to tweak presets from others quite a lot, but other than volume, this is just 'bout perfect!. Thank you Brett!
  75. bchulse

    USB Firmware V 1.14 BETA (Public Beta)

    Fractal users are the only people who consider it unfortunate to be on Holiday! :grinning:
  76. bchulse

    Axe-Fx III Manual Update 20.x

    Excellent, thank you!
  77. bchulse

    Presets not visible

    Probably any Home Depot, CVS, Walgreen, etc. will have these. Maybe even 7-11 or other convenience store. Pop the cover, remove old battery, pop in new battery. Very easy.
  78. bchulse

    Matrix gt1000fx keeps shutting off.

    I just had a GT800FX repaired by Matrix. They fixed it for a reasonable fee, but their communication left a lot to be desired. The tech never replied (his mailbox was full or not set up). But someone finally did contact me, and we got things straightened out. I also received several Robo-mails...
  79. bchulse

    Happy Birthday Leon Todd!

    Happy Birthday Leon! Thank you for all your excellent work!
  80. bchulse

    FM9-Edit 1.00.04 (to support fw 2.01 public beta 1)

    Thank you for this! We all appreciate your hard work!
  81. bchulse

    Petrucci 2022 Rig-AxeFX III details from JP himself

    Thought the same thing. I recall another user complaining recently about the difficulty of navigating from the panel.
  82. bchulse

    Petrucci 2022 Rig-AxeFX III details from JP himself

    See link below: JP runs through various aspects of his 2022 Rig. AxeFX III section starts around 12:00. The most detailed info I've seen on his use of the AxeIII to date. Pretty cool. The rest of the Vid is informative also, but mostly stuff we've seen before.
  83. bchulse

    Just opened my FM9. How can I plug this into my Orange Crush Pro 120 2-12 combo?

    Download the Manual here: https://www.fractalaudio.com/fm9-downloads/ Lots of options
  84. bchulse

    32 "Scenes" Per Preset?! - Unlocking the Power of Scene Ignore - Fractal Friday #23

    Awesome! There's 32 things I want and never knew I needed.
  85. bchulse

    EV2 Vol Pedal with FM3 is acting strange

    Thank you!
  86. bchulse

    EV2 Vol Pedal with FM3 is acting strange

    Did not dive in too deep. I'll take a look. Thanks!
  87. bchulse

    EV2 Vol Pedal with FM3 is acting strange

    Hi Rex. Cable is TRS, there is only one jack on EV2 pedal. Next time I see him, I'll swap out different TRS cables, verify connections and try a couple other pedals. Thanks!
  88. bchulse

    Firmware Upgrades for both the Original and Mark II FC-12.

    I would think you'd have to do it one at a time?
  89. bchulse

    EV2 Vol Pedal with FM3 is acting strange

    Hi, I was working with a friends FM3. Unusual issue with EV2 connected direct to FM3 Pedal 1 jack with TRS cable. Pedal has been calibrated. Vol block is in line right after Amp Block. Vol Block assigned to Pedal 1. When using pedal, Vol increases rapidly from 0-100% in the first 20% of...
  90. bchulse

    Silent Stages Are The Best Thing To Happen To Live Music/Are The Worst Thing To Happen To Live Music??

    Just saw DT on Sat 3/5 in Wallingford CT. Stage looked pretty empty. Nice video wall backdrop all night. JP had his 2 1x12's pointing at him, but nothing in back. Looked like JohnM had Bass Pedals or footswitch on floor, that's it. Small drum kit for Mangini also. JP went up on the platform...
  91. bchulse

    No sound from Out 1 (XLR)

    Did you try different XLR cable(s)?
  92. bchulse

    Announcing FC-6 Mark II and FC-12 Mark II

    Ordered, thanks!
  93. bchulse

    Looking for suggestions for a new 7 string guitar

    LTD Eclipse EC-1007 Evertune, 1399.00-
  94. bchulse

    My new baby (wooden one...)

    Wow, that is a Killer Axe! Congrats!
  95. bchulse

    FM3 Firmware Version 5.00 beta 2

    Wow, I don't own an FM3, just AxeIII & FM9. But I'm happy for all you FM3 guys!
  96. bchulse

    What's the ugliest piece of gear you've ever seen/owned?

    Those Danelectro pedals look like bathroom scales.
  97. bchulse

    NAS Hard Drives

    I have lost all faith in the RAID systems. I've had a bunch, including an 8 drive QNAP 15TB, RAID 6 (which is now a paper weight), and every other kind, in servers and standalone. Every one has failed at some point and the recovery success was bleak. Swapping out bad drives is ok to a point, but...
  98. bchulse

    Trouble installing beta firmware 5.00

    Maybe you just got a bum download. Have you tried to download it again direct from the OP link? Are you using Fractal Bot to install? If not, download again, extract file, then use Fractal Bot to perform the update.
  99. bchulse

    Noise after unit is started, gone after restart

    Not for nothing, but have you moved the Axe/Speakers setup to a different room or other location? Just to verify that it's the system and not the environment.
  100. bchulse

    FM9 Firmware Version 2.0 public beta

    In regards to post #282, I saw USB driver Version 5.30 under Axe III Downloads as well. Also dated 12/10/21. I didn't notice this either. Thanks
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