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  1. axel

    Axe II MKI Locking Up Repeatedly With Q 9.02 (Advice Needed)

    Not sure what's going on, but I've been having issues with lockups since updating to Quantum 9.xx. I'm having these issues... With MFC Connected (No USB Connected): MFC "Name Timeout", Axe FX must to be powered down and back up to restore MFC communication. With Nothing Connected (No MFC, No...
  2. axel

    Digital Clipping During Audio Playback/Recording

    I've been noticing that, when using the Axe Fx II as my audio playback device, while also recording and using the Axe Fx II as my recording device, my Output 1 clipping LED's light fairly often. An example would be playing an mp3 backing track on my PC, using the Axe II as the audio device...
  3. axel

    USB Audio, Axe Fx II Playback, and EQ

    Are there currently any means of applying EQ (within the Axe Fx II) to the USB audio when using the Axe Fx II as the playback device?
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    Inspirational Young Player...

    Some of you have probably already seen some of his videos, but I find this kids approach to playing inspiring ...
  5. axel

    Tuesday's Gone Intro Effect

    Just wondering if anyone has a good approximation of the effect used in the intro to Lynard Skynard's Tuesday's Gone. I think it's a phaser, but I can't seem to find the right settings. Thanks in advance for any help. Edit: It has been pointed out that this part is played on keyboard, but I'm...
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    Turning A Block On/Off Globally (All Presets)

    I know this is probably possible, but I'm not sure how to do it. I have a global EQ block that I use in quite a few presets that I would like to be able to turn On/Off in all presets (globally) with one action. Can this be done either through the front panel or via the MFC? I do not want to use...
  7. axel

    Is Amp Drive Affecting Volume More In V17?

    Before updating to 17, switching between my scenes of various gain levels (same preset, same amp) only added more distortion, with the overall volume staying pretty much the same. Since upgrading to 17, I've noticed the volume between these scenes increasing more noticeably. Is this my...
  8. axel

    Axe Fx II - Tuner & Setting Intonation

    Just curious, is the Axe Fx II tuner accurate enough to use when setting intonation on a guitar, or is a more accurate tuner needed?
  9. axel

    New Forum Section For XL

    Just wondering if new forum sections should be created for the XL, since XL presets are not compatible with the II and earlier versions. Users do not always post which model they are using.
  10. axel

    Cab Scrolling Using the MFC?

    I know you can use the Looper and scroll through cabs, but is there currently any way to cycle through cab blocks using the MFC (or any controller) while playing? It would be very useful to be able to play while doing this.
  11. axel

    Axe Edit For FW 16.01?

    Any news on a fully compatible AE for 16.01? Sorry, but I had to ask and get the circus ball rolling.
  12. axel

    LF+ JR+ Scenes and Switch Assignments

    OK, so I've had scenes working fine on the upper row of switches, but I can't figure out how to move the scene functions to the lower row of switches. I would like to use the upper row for presets and the lower row for scenes. Is this possible, or are IA functions limited to to the upper row...
  13. axel

    Make Modifier and Scene Controller Descriptions Match

    In Axe Edit, in the modifier screen drop down, the scene controlers are are currently labeled "Scene 1" and "Scene 2" (or something like that). It would be more logical to name these the same as what is shown in on the controllers screen, which I believe are "Controller 1" and "Controller 2". I...
  14. axel

    Parameter Knob Increments & Mouse Wheel Behavior

    Not sure if I'm the only one having these issues or not, but here's how my AE 3.0.8 behaves... When adjusting the parameter knobs, the increments are inconsistent and not the same as I can acheive using the knobs on the Axe Fx front panel. For example, using AE, I may not be able to acheive a...
  15. axel

    Tone Matching - Direct Record Vs. Amplified

    I've been experimenting for a while now with tone matching. I can get great results when recording with a backing track and playing the recording back through FRFR speakers, but the same tone match sounds drastically different when playing just the guitar through the same speakers. The "guitar...
  16. axel

    Axe Edit And Parameter Tracking

    One wish I have for Axe Edit would be a method of tracking what parameter values had been altered from their original defaults. This could be as simple as changing the color of a control whose value had been altered, to generating a file that would list only the preset parameters that had been...
  17. axel

    The 2 Cello Boys & Vai

    I'm sure a lot of you guys have seen these videos, but this is one of my favorites (for it's humor). For those of you that haven't seen any of the 2 Cello vids...
  18. axel

    Axe Edit & Firmware Revisions

    I know this question has come up several times in the past, but I don't know if a definitive answer has ever been given. Moving forward, how are Axe Fx/Axe Edit users supposed to know when Axe Edit compatability issues arise following a firmware release? It would be REALLY nice if a standard was...
  19. axel

    Noises When Switching Between Scenes? (solved)

    Just wanted to hear if anyone else has experienced any odd behaviors when switching between scenes via foot controller. During certain combinations of switching between Scene 2 and the base preset (Scene 1), I can hear an audible noise through the speakers. Not sure how to describe the noise...
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    Bug- Amp1 Settings Affecting Amp2 Settings

    I have a preset that has 2 Amp blocks, and I use 4 scenes. Was messing around with the preset today and noticed the following... When I make changes to the Amp1 (X) Drive setting, the Drive setting of Amp2 (X) is changed to the same value. These are two seperate amp blocks, so they should not...
  21. axel

    Cycling Through Amps/Cabs Via Foot Controller?

    Is it currently possible to use a MIDI foot controller to cycle through the various amps or cabs? I would really like to be able to assign foot switches to go up/down through each. Sorry if this has already covered, but I didn't have any luck using the Search.
  22. axel

    Recalling/Loading Saved Blocks

    With the current state of AE, is there any way to load saved blocks into the Axe II? AE/Axe Manage seems to recognize some of my saved blocks (.syx amp block files), but does not recognize others. They are all .syx files, but there seems to be some tag on some of the files (the ones that are...
  23. axel

    Saw This Little Device Today At GC...

    Was strolling through GC today and saw this little metal box from Yamaha. Probably not new to some of you, but first time I'd seen one so I had to look it up to get the scoop.
  24. axel

    Forum Bogging?

    Anyone else experiencing issues with the forum? I have no issues on other forums, but on this forum pages are slow to load and going from one post to another sometimes takes up to 20 seconds. Don't think it's my system, as this is the only forum this happens with. When things seem to come to a...
  25. axel

    Poll - Real Amps & Axe Fx

    Just curious how many Axe users still have some tube amps they love vs. those who have none.
  26. axel

    Real Amp to Amp Sim Comparisons (At Volume)

    Real Amp to Axe Rig/Guitar Cab Comparisons (At Volume) Just wondering how many users still have some of their favorite tube amps and have tried A/B'ing them at volume with their Axe Fx II> Flat Response Power Amp> Guitar cabs. There are tons of presets matching "recorded" tones, but I'm finding...
  27. axel

    V10 Woes? XFMR Match Is Your Friend

    As Cliff has mentioned in previous posts, one of the most important parameters in the Amp block is the XFMR Match. I've played around with it in previous versions, and always settle on a setting other than the default. But, for some reason (at least for me), it seems to make a huge difference in...
  28. axel

    A Little Airbourne Jam

    Was having a little fun jamming to this tonight, all guitar is Axe II. Easy song (I need easy), and a bit AC/DC-ish...
  29. axel

    DIY 12" Monitor?

    Saw this and thought I'd post it, in case there were some carpenters out there itching to build themselves a 12" monitor. FREE MONITOR PLAN: 12" Coaxial "Smithers Wedge" by Michael Smithers
  30. axel

    Fractal Forum/Site

    Anyone else noticing a continuous progress bar at the bottom of their screen when viewing the forum. I've noticed this both at home and at work, as if the page never finishes loading. I don't remember seeing this until the last month or so, and only on the this forum. Just curious what's up with...
  31. axel

    Post Your Noise Reduction Tricks

    Just wanted to get some discussion going on what others find is the most effective approach to eliminating noise, while retaining picking sensitivity and sustain. I can never seem to find the right balance.
  32. axel

    Boston In Concert Last Night!

    Went to see Boston, Starship and Night Ranger last night here in Kansas City. All three bands kicked ass. I've been listening to Boston since I was a teenager, and have always loved their unique sound. I've never seen them perform until last night, and I was pleasantly surprised at how good they...
  33. axel

    Boston Peace Of Mind (Tone Match)

    Did a short clip of this a while back, but this time used the Tone Matching, which was much quicker.
  34. axel

    Van Halen I Tone Match Thread

    Since there have been so many posts about tone matching and sharing patches, thought we'd try something. I've been working on a VH I patch, which is sort of close for playing "Aint' Talk'n Bout Love", but I think it has the potential of being improved (alot) and tweaked for other VH I tunes...
  35. axel

    Another VH Clip To Choke On...

    Ain't Talk'n Bout Love... If you're not sick of VH tone matching clips yet, here's another one. Didn't have a foot controller, so I didn't do the On/Off flanger effect :( . Nowhere near worthy, but it's a work in progress, and very fun.
  36. axel

    Axe Fx II - Dealing With Noise

    Just wanted to get some input from others on how they deal with instrument noise. My SG is not the quietest guitar, but seems to pick up more noise when playing through the Axe Fx than when playing through my tube amp. It may just be my imagination, but it seems like I have more noise coming in...
  37. axel

    Controlled Feedback, Post Em!

    Thought it would be cool (or not) to start a post where Axe users could post some short snippets of their successes with controlled feedback. I thought we could post a clip with a brief description of what was used. Here's a very short clip I did today while messing around with the JVM sim...
  38. axel

    Crazy Thought, Fractal Power Amp?

    Just a thought, but who knows more about what type of power amp (or powered speakers) would compliment the Axe Fx than Fractal? Maybe in their spare time (what spare time?) they could whip out their own power amp design. I'd buy it.
  39. axel

    Carvin Legacy

    Gotta say, I'm really blown away by this sim, it is truly awesome. I've also noticed something that contributes greatly to this awesomeness, which puzzles me little. The tone and presence controls on this sim are very responsive, almost as if they were active rather than passive. Can anyone...
  40. axel

    Pitch Shifter Assistance Needed

    Well, I'm having some issues with setting up a pitch shifter block. I had it setup for a -1 shift to simulate tuning my guitar down, and it was working fine. Not sure what I did, but now when I play a single note, I can hear two distinct tones. I have the pitch shifter as the 1st block, with no...
  41. axel

    FW- What Parameters Do You Always Tweak

    Just curious, what default Amp Parameters users always find themselves changing after a firmware update (if any), and why. Talking about settings other than the basic stuff like gain, tone controls... I always find myself adjusting... Low Cut (reduce flub) Damp (add body) Sag (adjust...
  42. axel

    What Tweaks To Match 3.04?

    OK, I'm not planning on ever reverting back to a previous FW version, but I had some really decent tones dialed in with 3.04, and am having some trouble matching those with the latest FW. FW 3.04 just seemed to have more body in the lower mids and was a little "rounder" to my ears (using the FBE...
  43. axel

    JVM: A Short Clip Based Off My "Modded" JVM Head

    OK, so I did some side by side comparisons of my modded JVM 410H today. First, some background on the head, it has had a 3H choke added, the bright cap changed, and an adjustable negative feedback mod (negative feedback at stock for this experiment). I run the head through 4x12 Marshall cabs...
  44. axel

    Whole Lotta Rosie

    My first attempt at a Whole Lotta Rosie tone (1987x Treble)...
  45. axel

    Airbourne Clip

    Love these guys, kinda like ACDC on Crack. First attempt, same patch, 2 guitar tracks (hard L/R)+ backing.
  46. axel

    Get Me A Doctor

    OK, not there yet, but thought I'd post for some suggestions. I think the problem is, it's not "raw" or "direct" enough (aside from the fact that I'm no Eddie)?
  47. axel

    Variations In Amp Sim Levels

    One thing I've noticed when creating a basic preset Amp>Cab>Reverb, is that when cycling through the amp sims, the volume is very inconsistent. When listening through headphones at a moderate level, this can be startling, and almost painful when you go from a sim which is a low level to one that...
  48. axel

    Boston?

    Boston Tone Updated For V3.02 Did some tweaks after 3.02 upgrade.
  49. axel

    Def Enough?

    Did a short clip of a Def Leppard patch I'm working on. Not the best backing track, but it's all I could find. Not quite there, any suggestions?
  50. axel

    Yet Another AC/DC Attempt

    I know Sarge and others are working on AC/DC patches, but wanted to post my 1st attempt with the Axe II, as I am a huge AC/DC fan. Did this from scratch, and seems much easier than it did with the Standard. Used the generic backing track... OK, I made an attempt at the solo. Some sloppy...
  51. axel

    An Interesting Interview With Phil Collen

    No Axe Fx, but I thought this was an interesting PG interview with Def Leppard's Phil Collen. Always liked his tone. premierguitar's Channel - YouTube
  52. axel

    Killng Some Time With Amplitube 3

    While I patiently wait my turn in line for the awesome Axe II, I downloaded the free demo version of Amplitube 3. It's no Axe Fx, but I gotta tell ya, I'm having some fun with it. Ran the audio outs of my audio interface into my stereo tube amp and 4x12's, and it's putting out some pretty good...
  53. axel

    Should This Be The Forum's Theme Song??

    Hey, just a little humor, and irony, but this song reminds me a little of the forum, with the Axe II shortage. Cliff may be able to relate. YouTube - ‪Queen - I Want It All (HQ)‬‏ Now where's my friggn Axe II !!! :)
  54. axel

    Axe Fx II Cooling Fan

    One of the gripes I had with my Standard, was that the cooling fan was too noisy. Myself, along with others, replaced the fan with a quieter unit. How many cooling fans will be in the Axe Fx II, and will it be quieter than the fan in the original Standards/Ultras?
  55. axel

    Will The Axe Fx II Have A Separate Posting Area?

    Since the Axe Fx II is basically a different animal than the Stanard and Ultra, seems like it would make sense to have a separate section for Axe Fx II posts. The Standard/Ultra section is already pretty congested, and being a Standard owner, I have no desire to read all the Axe Fx II posts...
  56. axel

    What Does The Future Hold For Standard And Ultra Owners?

    One of the things that drew me to purchase my Axe Fx, is the way Fractal has supported it's customers with periodic firmware upgrades, making their product unique from the rest. I think everyone realizes there will come a time that further upgrades will no longer be possible, due to hardware...
  57. axel

    Finding Balance Between Chords and Single Notes

    OK, I've been struggling with matching the tonal characteristics of my Marshall amp using my Axe Fx setup. When I get a tone dialed in that has good clarity for chording, it sounds way too thin and sterile for lead notes. When I adjust things for a thicker tone for lead playing, the chords sound...
  58. axel

    Mic Type With "User" Cabs

    This may have been covered elsewhere, but if so, I was unsuccessful in finding it. Anyway, when using 3rd party IR's in the "User" cab slots, should the "Mic" type be set to "None". Since the User IR already has a mic in the equation, I would think setting the "Mic" type to anything but "None"...
  59. axel

    Plexi1 ACDC Sample

    A short clip of my work in progress ACDC tone. Comments and suggestions please...
  60. axel

    Axe Fx Cab Sim Future Plans

    Just curious, with all he hype over 3rd party IR's, are there any plans to increase the selection of cab sims/IR's as part of the firmware updates?
  61. axel

    Audio Interface and Headophone Tones Sound Compressed

    I'm trying out a Lexicon Lambda audio interface, and noticed that, compared to what I hear through my cabs, the tones sound overly compressed and mushy. This is true for both the monitored (thru headphones) and recorded (when played back) tones. I know that things sound different through...
  62. axel

    Best Low Cost Audio/MIDI I/O For Axe Fx

    Any feedback on which of these would work best for recording and firmware updates in one unit? Other suggestions in this price range are welcome also. http://www.guitarcenter.com/Alesis-iO-2 ... 1154729.gc http://www.guitarcenter.com/Native-Inst ... 1168880.gc...
  63. axel

    Digital Out Question

    OK, I'm trying to get the digital output of the Axe Fx to work with the digital input of my PC. When I go into the Audio/MIDI settings of AxeEdit, and set the "Input" to the digital input of my PC, and the "Output" to the analog output of my PC, and then click "Test", I hear a clear tone through...
  64. axel

    Cerwin Vega CV28

    Anyone tried these with the Axe Fx, or know if they would be a good/poor choice? A local store has a couple of used ones for $379 each. http://www.cerwinvega.com/pro-audio/pow ... va-28.html
  65. axel

    Axe-Change Patch Title Format

    I was just looking at the list of uploads in AxeChange, and was thinking it may be beneficial for all of us Non FRFR guys to upload our patches with the titles starting with Non-FRFR. Also, guys that are uploading FRFR could begin their titles using FRFR. That would make it easy for us to locate...
  66. axel

    Tried Peavey and Kustom 2x15 PA cabinets

    Just to see what they would sound like with the Axe Fx, I bought one Peavey PV215, and one Kustom KSE215H (30 day return). I tried them using both my monoblock tube amp, and a Crown XLS1000 SS power amp. Til now, I have been using two 4x12 Marshall cabs powered by a monoblock tube amp (cab sims...
  67. axel

    Guitar Center FR Options

    Was looking on Guitar Center's site at all the PASSIVE FR PA cabinets they sell. Has anyone done any tests, using the Axe FX with some of the lower to medium priced PASSIVE cabinets they sell ($250-$500)?
  68. axel

    Carvin DCM200L vs. Rocktron Velocity 300

    Just wanted to mention that I am planning on doing a comparison of the Carvin DCM200L and the Rocktron Velocity 300 SS power amps. My local Guitar Center will not have any Rocktron's available until March 3, so I plan on ordering one in once they are available. Carvin has a 10 day trial on their...
  69. axel

    Class "D" Amp + Axe FX?

    Are class "D" amps suitable for use with the Axe FX, or should they be avoided? I was considering the Carvin DCM200L, which, according to Carvin, is class "D".
  70. axel

    Amp Parameter Reset When Changing Amp Types

    When I change amp types (same preset), all of the parameter values (except for basic controls) get changed to the default values for the selected amp type. I would like to keep the same parameter values when changing amp types to see how each amp type sounds with the same parameter settings. Am...
  71. axel

    Can the Tempo Light be turned off?

    Just wondering, can the Tempo Light be turned off when not needed? Not a big deal really, just get tired of seeing it blinking.
  72. axel

    Calling All Non-FRFR Guitar Cab Users

    Hey, just wanted to get some discussion going with those using guitar cabs, rather than FRFR. I'm a new Axe owner, and am trying to get some tips on good tone going straight to a power amp and into 4x12 guitar cabs (without the cab simulation of course). So far, I'm finding that, after dialing...
  73. axel

    New Standard Owner Needs HELP!

    Hey guys, I know this has probably been beaten to death, but I need some answers quick. I'm in the last 5 days of my trial period on the Standard, and I'm getting really frustrated with trying to load presets. I can get the editor (beta) to work for the most part, but when I use the Preset...
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