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Putting back my home studio together ==> Unusual level of hum affecting signal (both OUT and Headphones)

Hi, I just redid my entire home studio, with the install of an Output desk. See picture. Unfortunately getting a very high amount of hum coming out of the Axe FX, which I can hear, whether plugging my headphones directly into the Axe's headphones output, or into my audio interface that...
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- Thread
- May 30, 2022
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Price of Axe Fx III long-term (i.e. once available post waiting list)

Do you guys know whether the price of the Axe Fx III, once the waiting list thing is over (i.e. once you can order/receive an Axe Fx III within days), will be $2499 or $3499. I believe it is the former ($2499) but wanted to double check with y'all..
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- Thread
- May 12, 2018
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Anyone using Genelec M030 as studio monitors?

Considering purchasing a pair of Genelec M030 as studio monitors for my Axe FX III, Nord piano/rhodes and Dave Smith synth. Curious to know if any of you have had any experience with them.. Music: blues-rock/jazz, instruments of predilections: Mostly guitars, rhodes, piano, bass
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- Thread
- May 3, 2018
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Hum depending on position of guitar with respect to Axe FX II. Same with Axe III?

Hello, With my Axe FX II, I have noticed a hum that seems to appear/disappear depending on the position of the guitar with respect to the Axe FX. I have positioned the Axe on my desk (standard height) and am sitting on a stool within arms distance to the axe FX. When looking at the axe, I get a...
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- Thread
- May 2, 2018
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Timing on availability of exact specs/photos of FC-6/12

Thanks for the feedback. Well, by 'limiting', I meant: (1) I would much rather not have to purchased an interim pedalboard while the FC is being designed/rolled out/available on a waiting list basis, (2) my focus is on playing, rather than learning multiple platforms, etc., which goes back to my...
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- Post #12
- Apr 25, 2018
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Timing on availability of exact specs/photos of FC-6/12

@Randalljax Yeah, thinking of the same timeline. And that's excluding the waitlist craziness. I love Fractal Axe Fx. Have owned several since day 1, but here, it looks to me that they are shipping a car with a tank 1/4 filled. I feel that it is fair to know exactly about the pedalboard (specs...
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- Post #3
- Apr 25, 2018
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Timing on availability of exact specs/photos of FC-6/12

Asking because without a fully dedicated pedalboard, use of the Axe FX III is very limited for live situations/gigs.
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- Thread
- Apr 25, 2018
- fc-12
- Replies: 639
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Axe Fx III & Mission Engineering

Thanks @lqdsnddist ! So SP1 for wah/Whammy and EV line (1 or 2) for volume/delays/etc.? Have you tried the pro-aero line a shot? Seems to have a wider range so perhaps good for all aforementioned use? Thanks again
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- Post #3
- Mar 27, 2018
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
Axe Fx III & Mission Engineering

Looking for right do-it-all Mission Engineering expression pedal and VERY confused by the amount of different models available. INTENDED USE: Depending on the preset, I want the pedal to be able to control wah, volume, amount of effect, .. I also want to pedal to not need external power (but...
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- Thread
- Mar 27, 2018
- Replies: 51
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
Sharpness/readibility of Axe Fx II's screen starting to decrease

Hi guys, Quick question: I have owned by Axe Fx II since it came out (2011 I believe). While using it pretty much exclusively in home studio, I have logged thousands of hours on it with no issue. Recently (last couple weeks), I started to notice that the unit’s LCD screen is harder to read...
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- Thread
- Mar 7, 2018
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Any upcoming feat. for MFC 101 pedalboard with 2 lightbulb per switch (instead of 1)

Hi, Any plan to equip the MFC 101 pedalboard with a second lightbulb (similar to Ax8 I believe) for each switch, instead of the current single light? I would upgrade my MFC mk III in a heartbeat then.. From what I have read, there is no easy way to leverage the XY capabilities of the Axe FX...
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- Thread
- Oct 3, 2017
- Replies: 3
- Forum: MFC Wishes + Bugs
Syncing Audio & Video trick

Thanks guys. For some reason, the updated iMovie (I had been using an old version) seems to have made it easier. Not perfect, but good enough for my purpose:
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- Post #8
- Oct 1, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Syncing Audio & Video trick

Hi guys, I have to create videos on a weekly basis w/ video from an external camera and audio coming from an Ableton track. What's your guys' trick to sync? I have heard of recording a loud clap, but this doesn't apply since the sound in the room is not recorded. So what do you guys do? One...
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- Thread
- Sep 29, 2017
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Best headache-free recording of audio (backing track + live AxeFx guitar on Ableton) & video (QT)

Hello, I just started a course at Berklee Online, which requires for assignments to be submitted with audio+video. Format: Audio source: Ableton (backing track + live guitar using an Axe Fx) Video source: Can either be my Macbook webcam through Quicktime, or another method (I have iMovie)...
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- Thread
- Sep 25, 2017
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
2U case for Axe Fx II similar to SKB Roto Rack, but more fitted?

Thanks guys. Based on your guys's feedback, I went on the regular (i.e. non shallow) skb roto rack 2u. Likely big but protective, pretty secure, etc.
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- Post #8
- Sep 13, 2017
- Forum: The Lounge
2U case for Axe Fx II similar to SKB Roto Rack, but more fitted?

@deathbyguitar Thanks for the feedback.. So you currently own a Gator GR-3L, and previously had an SKB Roto? Super interested in your POV!! In your Gator, can you fit the Axe FX power cable within the case and close? Whenever in use, I would have both of the case's panels open so the sticking...
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- Post #4
- Sep 13, 2017
- Forum: The Lounge
2U case for Axe Fx II similar to SKB Roto Rack, but more fitted?

Hello, Do you guys have any suggestion for a hardcase similar to the the SKB Roto Rack, but more fitted (i.e. less huge)? I like everything about the Roto Rack (weight is good, no superfluous feature) but there is just too much space unused for a Fractal.. Thanks, Louis NB: I tried the SKB...
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- Thread
- Sep 13, 2017
- Replies: 10
- Forum: The Lounge
Installing FX loop on Supro Black Magick to optimize AxeFX?

Checking him out. Thanks!
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- Post #5
- Sep 5, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Installing FX loop on Supro Black Magick to optimize AxeFX?

@lqdsnddist Thanks! Actually I did some research (newbie at using real amp w/ Axe FX) and realized that for my use (amp kept very clean or very lightly crunch), I would likely not need to have an FX loop and could all the effects in front of the amp.. Will give it a shot, hopefully that will...
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- Post #3
- Sep 5, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Recurring error message on Axe-Edit 3 [Unknown device]

Thanks @Billbill I want to say that I dont really have much running when this is happening... Will keep your suggestion in mind though
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- Post #4
- Sep 5, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Edit (Gen I, II only)
Recurring error message on Axe-Edit 3 [Unknown device]

Hello, This has happened a number of times: Everything working nicely editing the AxeFx from my desktop, then this message will display and no matter how many times I restart both the Axe Fx and the Axe Edit app, I keep getting this message from that point on, preventing me from resuming my...
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- Thread
- Sep 3, 2017
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Edit (Gen I, II only)
Installing FX loop on Supro Black Magick to optimize AxeFX?

Hello, Has anyone considered installing an FX loop on a Supro Black Magick? If so, what the procedure and can it hurt the natural sound of the amp? I really dig the Black Magick (great sounds, natural OD, portability), but would love to run the AxeFX's delay/reverb in post? Any suggestion...
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- Thread
- Sep 2, 2017
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Signal chain for AxeFXII in front of Supro Black Magick

Hey guys, Context: Long time Axe FX user, which has been my practice setup (guitar>AxeFXII>headphones) and line-in recording gear (AxeFXII>Ableton via USB) for 6+ years.. I have experimented w/ various live rigs (pedals, gigrig setup, AX8, FXII w/ Gemini FRFR, CPU issues, etc.) but nothing...
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- Thread
- Sep 1, 2017
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Jumping w/ hybrid setup: AX8 w/ Deluxe Reverb amp & Mission Eng. Gemini 1

Hi there, Not sure who has a similar hybrid system, but I just ordered from GC a Mission Eng. Gemini 1 amp to pair with my Deluxe Reverb. I thought this would be a nice balance of flavors. Have not received it yet, but will post my review. Is anyone else using real guitar amp & FRFR for a...
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- Thread
- Jul 10, 2017
- Replies: 0
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
2 questions: Running Amp/Cab sim while using a real guitar cab ?? + Reverb vs CPU

Hello, 2 quick points as I ponder about (1) keeping my new AX8, (2) exchanging it for a FX8 or (3) forgetting about both AX8/FX8 and sticking to my GigRig hardware pedalboard. Either way, my future pedalboard will be used with a Fender Deluxe Reverb and a second tbd guitar amp (no FRFR, likely...
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- Thread
- Jul 9, 2017
- Replies: 1
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Using FX8 in conjunction w/ external drive pedals

Interesting.. You got a few Strymon pedals on top of the FX8? I did owned those pedals, but I am finding the Fractal interface (at least speaking for the Axe Fx II for which I have more experience) way easier and the sound just as good.. So far, I just have a mono rig (Deluxe Reverb reissue)...
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- Post #5
- Jul 7, 2017
- Forum: FX8 Discussion
Using FX8 in conjunction w/ external drive pedals

Thanks @Thaddaeus Davidson Yeah. From what I have seen on the market, the cost of getting quality Reverb/Delay/Chorus/Tremolo.. is higher than replacing all by an FX8 to cover those fronts. As for the drive/OD/Fuzz, I still need to get comfortable with the FX8 capabilities, so far haven't been...
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- Post #3
- Jul 7, 2017
- Forum: FX8 Discussion
Using FX8 in conjunction w/ external drive pedals

Hi guys, Long time user of the Fractal Axe Fx II in my home studio (for line recording), but used to a Gigrig setup for live. I love the modulation/time-based effects from the FX8 I have tried in a store, less of fan of the OD/Distortion/Fuzz. Therefore thinking of the following rig: Guitar >...
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- Thread
- Jul 7, 2017
- Replies: 5
- Forum: FX8 Discussion
Sending pedals A & B to amp1 (out1) and pedals C & D to amp2 (out2): Possible on AX8 &/or FX8?

Hello, My rig is pretty simple: Gtr > Fractal pedalboard (AX8 or FX8, tbd) > Out1: Suhr Badger 30 amp, Out2: Fender Deluxe Reverb amp. I get the stereo capability (say ping pong continuously from one amp to the other), but can you have different effects for each amp. Say sending...
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- Thread
- Jun 30, 2017
- Replies: 1
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Removing Amp & Cab simulation

@Sixstring thanks! When you have time to elaborate, I d welcome your feedback on this. I plan to use the AX8 with a suhr badger and a fender deluxe reverb. So for this live rig, the value for me here is to cut amp/cab sim, send certain fx to the badger and separte fx to the deluxe reverb...
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- Post #3
- Jun 30, 2017
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Removing Amp & Cab simulation

Hello, I am a long time user of Axe FX II and considering the AX8 very seriously. Two main questions: Can you cut off the amp & cab simulation from patches? While great for going straight from AX8 to audio interface for LineIn recordings, my primary live use of the AX8 will be for...
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- Thread
- Jun 29, 2017
- Replies: 6
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Easiest workflow to record daily good quality audio+video

Hello, I need to record weekly videos of me playing various instruments over a partial Ableton Live track. While the instrument may vary, it will always be about recording the audio/video of one single instrument over an existing backing track. My gear: If playing guitar: Guitar>AxeFX>Ableton...
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- Thread
- Apr 24, 2017
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Drop in sound quality when plugging AxeFXII via MRE UFX interface into Ableton Live

Hey guys, Simple question but I need to figure it out: Why does it sound like playing guitar with headphones directly plugged into the Axe FX II provides a considerably better sound than (1) when listening to the signal from Ableton, when the AxeFx is plugged directly via usb or (2) when the...
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- Thread
- Jan 14, 2017
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Ableton Live plugin as decent alternative to Axe FX II

Thanks guys. How would you rank Amplitube compared to Guitar Rig 5, which is alright (i.e. does not necessarily sound bad) but feels quite fake to play? The latter is the only product I have checked out so far (having Komplete)..
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- Post #7
- May 25, 2016
- Forum: The Lounge
Ableton Live plugin as decent alternative to Axe FX II

Hi guys, I have been using my beloved Axe FX II since it first came out but, for an upcoming project, I need to downsize and my guitar to go straight into Ableton Live (via RME UFX audio interface). Any recommendation on Ableton plugins which would enable me to have a good guitar tone...
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- Thread
- May 24, 2016
- Replies: 9
- Forum: The Lounge
Tips for dialing great bass tones

Hey guys, I have a great old Fender P-bass that sounds awesome acoustically.. However I always get disappointed in my attempts to dial in good bass tones on the Axe FX II. Not looking for distortion/weird sounds, but rather a focused, warm, compressed tone. As an example, I am going for...
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- Thread
- May 5, 2016
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe Fx II does not turn on ! (Plain & simple)

Hi guys, I have my axe Fx II in a rack in my studio, nothing recent happened that would cause the issue but my Axe FX will not turn on (flicking the 0/I switch, nothing happens, even waiting). I have had mine since they first came out, so a few years now. It happened as follows: - A few...
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- Thread
- Sep 26, 2015
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Studio setup: Putting racks below Ultracase gtr racks (the way Slash does w/ heads)

something similar to the picture in the link below: Pics Of Slash's Stage Setup for Christopher Caruana (heads may be BLS) Except I would only need the equivalent to 2 layers of Marshall heads (i.e. remove the top layer)
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- Post #2
- Jun 17, 2015
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
Studio setup: Putting racks below Ultracase gtr racks (the way Slash does w/ heads)

Hi guys, I have a nice setup and am putting together my new studio. Not very large room so I need to make it both cool & functional. I am considering doing something I have seen a lot: Installing my guitar rack (GSX 8 from Ultracase) on top of 'some kind' of platform/rackmount that can...
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- Thread
- Jun 17, 2015
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
Guitar>Axe FXII>'66 vintage Fender Vibrolux = MASSIVE HUM (tho amp silent on its own)

Hey guys, I am trying to understand the following: I own a vintage Fender Vibrolux reverb, which is pretty much dead silent on its own, and I'd like to use the effect section of the Axe FX for Drive, Delay, etc. I recently plugged my guitar into the Axe FXII which I plugged into the input...
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- Thread
- Nov 4, 2014
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Ableton PUSH put to musical use

Hi guys, I have recently gotten into Ableton Live 9 as a fairly easy way to record musical ideas, create/loop some music on which I can improvise, etc. . and I have recently heard a lot noise around Ableton PUSH. Have any of you guys had a chance to try/own the device? Does it perform...
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- Thread
- Feb 27, 2014
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Crackling sound when recording on Ableton Live 9?????

Hey guys, I recently got Ableton Live 9. Playing on tracks with a bass via my Axe FX II leads to impromptu cracking sounds that are quite bad. It will sound good for a while and then the cracks come in (i.e. no continuous but still annoying) then go away.. Any idea what's happening...
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- Thread
- Feb 9, 2014
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Record/arranging/mastering guitar/AxeFXII input onto Ableton Live 9

Hi guys, I am looking to purchase Ableton Live 9 with the goal of using its cool layering/rhythmic possiblities (via the Push pad or via midi keyboard) with my guitar/AxeFxII. So far, my rig has been super simple: Guitar/AxeFxII into GarageBand. Digging Thievery Corporation type of music...
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- Thread
- Feb 5, 2014
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Not able to add external looper when playing through AXE II & (real) '78 Marshall cab

@Chris@KatsuKuriMedia: Here is the current connection: * Guitar > Axe FX > Matrix Power Amp (using L/R Balanced from Output1) > (Real) Marshall Cabinet * JamMan is inserted in the FX Send/Return of Input2/Output2, using Left/Mono and Left " I can play over a loop, but when I...
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- Post #4
- Sep 17, 2012
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Not able to add external looper when playing through AXE II & (real) '78 Marshall cab

Hi, I used to not have any problem using my external loop pedal (Digitech JamMan) through the FX Loop of my Axe II, when I was only using earphones. Now I am playing through a 1978 Marshall cab (cab simulation off) and the looper doesn't work anymore: I can play over a loop, but when I...
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- Thread
- Sep 17, 2012
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Using Marshall cab (<=> non-FRFR) along with Atomic active cab (<=> FRFR) for stereo?

Hi guys, A couple basic questions: I have a Marshall 4*12 cabinet and an Atomic active cab: (1) Can I use both simultaneously as output of the Axe FX II to get some stereo effect? (2) If Yes, can I allocate to 'cab A' a particular sound (say crunch sound) and to 'cab B' a different one...
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- Thread
- Mar 21, 2012
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Best use of my gear: AxeFXII, vintage '78 Marshall 1959 JMP MkII SprLead100 head+cab

Hi guys, While I have played a lot with the Axe Fx II (both via headphones and via FRFR Atomic cab), I have a basic question regarding the use of non-FRFR amp. I would appreciate if you guys could explain as clearly as possible on the following: I had to sell the Atomic cab and will now...
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- Thread
- Mar 13, 2012
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Vintage Marshall cab ('78 4x12 basketweave) for Axe Fx II

Hi guys, To use with my Axe Fx II, I am considering a great offer from a friend on a vintage Marshall cab ('78, 4x12 basketweave cab, all original, used to go with a JMP MK II 50 watt head). As background info, most of my sounds/patches are blues/classic rock/jazz. 1. Any perspective you...
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- Thread
- Feb 24, 2012
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Axe Fx II + Fender Masterbuilt '64 Strat + Radiohead = Awesome result

Hi guys, Recently got a '64 Strat masterbuilt by Jason Smith from the Fender Custom Shop. Simply put the best strat I have ever played. To demo it, I picked a song that I recently 'losely' learned and that is fun to play: Paranoid Android. Hope you like it. The patch used shows the nice...
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- Thread
- Feb 5, 2012
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Protective case and dimensions for Axe II

Just ordered it. Thanks!
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- Post #6
- Nov 25, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Protective case and dimensions for Axe II

Thanks guys @S0c9: I might go with the model you referenced. How protective would you say it is though? - On the one hand, I found 'shock mount' cases that seem very protective, but look ridiculously huge for a studio environment - On the other, the type you...
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- Post #4
- Nov 25, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Protective case and dimensions for Axe II

Hi, I am considering the following case for my Axe II (leaving 2 extra U for possible power amp or other rack): MARATHON ® FLIGHT ROAD CASE ™ MA-4UED ™ 4U EFFECT DELUXE CASE 1. I heard different things about the Axe II being slightly bigger than a typical 2U format. Do you think it...
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- Thread
- Nov 25, 2011
- Replies: 17
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Significant hum sound once the Reactor FR 50W Active Cab is turned on

Any idea what is causing that? I tried using the ground lift switch with no success... Thanks Cheopsnet Video of the issue Significant hum sound once the Reactor FR 50W Active Cab is turned on - YouTube
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- Thread
- Nov 7, 2011
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Axe Fx II also capable of a pretty fun jazz sound

compression(studio)>amp(Jazz120)>cab(2x12 double reverb D120)>Rev(medium hall)
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- Post #11
- Sep 26, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Axe Fx II also capable of a pretty fun jazz sound

Thanks guys!
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- Post #6
- Sep 23, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Axe Fx II also capable of a pretty fun jazz sound

Hi again, Just thought I would show a more jazzy side to the Axe II as it has not been demoed so far. The preset is based on the Jazz120 amp. Hope you like it! Please subscribe if you like my videos. I feel I have taken the mic a lot these last few days and dont want to p$ss people off...
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- Thread
- Sep 22, 2011
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
John Mayer - Who Did You Think I Was (cover) - Axe FX II & Fender Custom Shop Strat

@ngstime: No worries and no need to apologize at all. I am not a pro player by any mean, so happy to get some pointers to improve. :) Take care
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- Post #14
- Sep 21, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
John Mayer - Who Did You Think I Was (cover) - Axe FX II & Fender Custom Shop Strat

I agree on the compression which helps put the guitar sound more together, for default of a better word. As for the stereo enhancement, I am not familiar with the concept: What does it entail?
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- Post #11
- Sep 21, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
John Mayer - Who Did You Think I Was (cover) - Axe FX II & Fender Custom Shop Strat

@ngstime: Thanks for your feedback. lifeless may be a little harsh, but I am gladly taking into account your perspective. I do not pretend this video was carefully prepared (shot and edited in ~30mns, more as an exercise using my new setup and working on limiting audio/video latency) and I...
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- Post #9
- Sep 21, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
John Mayer - Who Did You Think I Was (cover) - Axe FX II & Fender Custom Shop Strat

@DieSchmalle: Thanks, really appreciate it! @Robboman: You are correct, I am playing over the original track, panning it slightly to the left while I am slightly to the right
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- Post #4
- Sep 21, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
John Mayer - Who Did You Think I Was (cover) - Axe FX II & Fender Custom Shop Strat

Hi guys, Thanks for the feedback on improving audio/video latency. I changed the setup and it looks much better (to me at least). I did a quick cover to get an idea (my guitar panned slightly to the right, original track slightly to the left). Hope you like it. Audio: Fender strat '62...
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- Thread
- Sep 21, 2011
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Audio/Video latency, based on YouTube videos with AxeII I recently uploaded

Hi guys, I have recently uploading a couple videos (overview of AxeII, cover). Oasis - Fuckin' in the bushes (Cover, using James Trussart Steelcaster & Axe Fx II) - YouTube Axe Fx II - Overview - Playing through factory presets (with Les Paul Yamano) *Cheops* - YouTube In comments...
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- Thread
- Sep 20, 2011
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Oasis - F*ckin' in the bushes, aka Snatch theme (using AxeII & Trussart)

@Sherpa_man: I believe a patch based on one of the Marshall amps @Lukather: Nope.. in CA. But did live in London for a bit. Happy to support Manc in my humble way. Great band that's for sure
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- Post #7
- Sep 20, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Oasis - F*ckin' in the bushes, aka Snatch theme (using AxeII & Trussart)

Hi guys, Another video for you today, a loose interpretation of the song 'F*ckin' in the bushes' by Oasis. The song is also known as the soundtrack for the movie Snatch. Not perfect at all, but I am not into editing/multi-attempts for hours. I tried to improve the audio/video latency, but there...
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- Thread
- Sep 19, 2011
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Axe Fx II - Overview - Playing through factory presets (w. Les Paul Yamano) *Cheops*

Hi all, After a long wait, finally got the Axe Fx II on Friday. In a nutshell, very happy / awesome quality / invaluable help of the integrated USB feature for ease of use / plenty of tones / blahblahblah.. Here is the first video of a series to show some of the presets, just because everyone...
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- Thread
- Sep 4, 2011
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Sync'ing audio from Axe II USB and video from NikonD5000 or FlipHD to create YouTube

Thanks guys. Actually let me rephrase. Disregarding what I own, what is the best/easiest solutions available to record the audio/video of myself playing over an existing track (using the USB output of the Axe II). With so many people uploading their high quality videos/tutorials/demos on a...
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- Post #4
- Aug 4, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Sync'ing audio from Axe II USB and video from NikonD5000 or FlipHD to create YouTube

Hi, I intend on making tutorials on YouTube as soon as I get the Axe II. My objective is to be able to do the following: - Click 'Play' on an existing track on GarageBand - Record in sync the audio and video of my playing over the track (listening to blend myself/garageband via...
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- Thread
- Aug 3, 2011
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Anyone has good Marshall JCM 2555 SL patch?

Hi, On my now-sold Ultra, I had created a really close reproduction of the Use your Illusion sound. However I am having a hard time with the AxeII borrowed from a friend. Does anybody has a good patch to share? Here is below more details on the settings used.. Art of life :: Slash...
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- Jul 24, 2011
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- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange
Misha Mansoor (Bulb/Periphery) gets his AxeFX II!

Very nice picture / video quality. What camera are you using?
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- Post #4
- Jul 19, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Alternative to live drummer for recording purposes

Hi, What are the (good) possible alternatives to a live drummer for studio recording on ProTools / Logic / GarageBand? I need to add some rhythm to some songs I recorded. Problem is: no drummer, I cannot myself play drums either nor am I good at hitting midi pads. So basically I am looking...
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- Jul 18, 2011
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
What options for plugging a James Trussart with Stereo output in Axe FX II

Hi, I recently visited James Trussart at his house in LA and I played one of his wonderful Steelphonics (electric guitar equipped with 2 humbuckers and a piezo). The guitar having one output, you can use a splitter to send the Humbucker signal to one amp and the piezo signal to another amp...
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- Jul 5, 2011
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- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Any news on buy it at $2,599.95. Stock or still 'no avaibility'?

Thanks for the update And as far as the new store, no difference for us as far as supply, right? Just different interface, probably easier on the Fractal team, but that s it?
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- Post #5
- Jul 1, 2011
- Forum: The Lounge
Any news on buy it at $2,599.95. Stock or still 'no avaibility'?

Hey guys, I have had tons of work this week and have not been able to check as diligently the number of Axe II sold per day under max price. Have some people managed to buy the AxeII at $2,599.95 price in recent days without some crazy bot things? Thanks
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- Jul 1, 2011
- Replies: 10
- Forum: The Lounge
To Fractal: Can we get short answer to Simple Question?

Very concise and legitimate question +1
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- Post #2
- Jun 21, 2011
- Forum: The Lounge
To anyone else who also just received their Axe-Fx II ... how is your fan noise?

Guys, let's calm down and let's not bash the poor guy who addressed the valid point of the noisy fan. I did have an Ultra, read a lot about fan noises and, as far as I am concerned, the unit was constantly humming. I did replace the fan, which made a huge difference (became completely...
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- Post #17
- Jun 20, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Rack case: prop'ing teh axe FX2 at an angle upwards to improve readibilit

Hi, I play mostly in studio and am interested in buying a rack for the Axe FX2 (to come). The purpose is dual: - To protect the unit (currently kinda lose on top of an Atomic cab) - To be able to neatly hide all cables a little better I initially liked the Marathon series (MARATHON...
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- Jun 13, 2011
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- Forum: The Lounge
Axe Fx II Shipping Date....?

+1 I completely agree. I know that the whole iPad 2 release and subsequent chaos due to lack of stock visibility created a bad taste in Mac enthusiasts' mouth and I would hate to see that happen to FAS, since this company is really amazing at PR.
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- Post #343
- Jun 6, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Pete Thorn with Axe-II

+1 with Scott here It is funny to me that, when it comes to e-forums about gear, the pickiest people are usually not the best sounding players / seasoned players. One needs to recognize, first and foremost, that the player makes 80% of the sounds: Give a Japanese Strat to Jimmy Page or a...
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- Post #43
- Jun 3, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Picking the best expression pedal for Axe Fx II (wah, delay, reverb,..)

Thanks Cliff for the response. I would indeed go for the MFC-101 but do not have much of an application to justify size and cost (it looks like the ideal pedal board but 99% of my use is in studio). Cannot wait for the Axe Fx II to be available for purchase!!
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- Post #6
- Jun 2, 2011
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
Picking the best expression pedal for Axe Fx II (wah, delay, reverb,..)

Hi, This question comes in line with the publication of the Axe Fx II manual today: If you have to have only 1 expression pedal to use for all of the Axe Fx II's effects and parameters, which one would you recommend and why (compared to its competitors)? I am looking for a pedal that...
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- Jun 2, 2011
- Replies: 41
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
Pardon my ignorance...What are the applications of the new re-amping capabilities?

Hi, I owned an Ultra for ~ a year, loved it and sold it right when I heard about the Axe Fx II. Like many, I cannot wait. The Ultra has been the best piece of gear I have ever owned. Nevertheless, a few things were sub-optimal (to say the least): - Need for an interface to use with a...
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- Jun 1, 2011
- Replies: 22
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Just my luck.......$2500 and I can't buy an AXE-FX II!

Why don't you buy something or several items from Guitar Center for USD2,500. You keep everything in a box with the receipt, then you return it once the fractal is available and use the money to purchase the Axe Fx.
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- Post #2
- Jun 1, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
All this G.A.S. is a pain in the Axe!

Nice paragraphs.. But I beg to differ! Suffering myself from GAS, I think a key driver that you omitted to mention is the average guitarist’s lack of focus and general belief that a pedal will help you play better (and or sound more like so and so). Typical examples will include ‘I cannot shred...
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- Post #3
- May 31, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Manual of AXE FX II

+1 on the manual.. It is the only thing that can help me in this unbearable wait :)
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- Post #21
- May 30, 2011
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal Audio Axe Fx series or the doom of GAS..

In a weird way, don't you wish the Fractal Audio Axe Fx series (Standard, Ultra and soon II) was less versatile :) ? I miss the days where I felt I could not reproduce a given sound because I did not have the right equipment? This was feeding my GAS. For example, I was recently drowling on...
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- May 26, 2011
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- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
For those that sold your Ultra

Hi, Good question actually (would have loved to benefit from that poll before selling my Ultra): I recently sold mine for ~USD 1900 (incl shipping to the UK). That being said, it was a good deal for the guy as well: I sold the Axe Fx with the Midisport Anniversary 2x2. Furthermore the fan had...
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- Post #41
- May 26, 2011
- Forum: The Lounge
Ok to plug RH450 Bass head into Atomic Active FR 50???

Hi, I own the Axe FX ultra and the Atomic FR 50 Active cab. I have recently purchased a bass head called RH450 from TC Electronics. Is it safe/good for me to plug the bass head into the Atomic cab? Just want to make sure I wont be hurting the cab... Thanks
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- Apr 2, 2011
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
atomic FR active cab's crackling sound, even when axe fx turned off

Hi guys, I have been very happy with the Axe Fx ultra + Atomic FR active cab combo. However in the past few days, the cab has been making crackling sounds that are quite invasive and annoying. The cab makes these same sounds even when the axe fx is turned off, which leads me to believe it...
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- Mar 12, 2011
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Most ideal expression pedal solution for Axe Fx

Hi, Just wondering hat you guys consider as the best expression pedal for the Axe Fx (outside of the dedicated Fractal pedalboard)? People talk about Ernie Ball pedals and stuff, and I would like to get a good expression pedal that (1) works without issue with the Fractal Audio interface...
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- Jan 16, 2011
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
Connecting an external looper pedal to the Fx Loop of Axe FX: Issue

Hi, I just purchased a Digitech Jamman solo. Because I want to superpose different sounds, I need to insert the pedal in the fx loop (otherwise, as soon as I change presets, all the guitar sounds on the loop will be modified accordingly..). However I have the following issue: when creating...
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- Jan 16, 2011
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- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
The different options as far as loopers

Hi, I own an axe fx ultra with an atomic fr 50 cab. I Would like to use a looper, adding different layers using different sounds. What are my options (I don't intend on buying the pedalboard FYI)? - buying an external looper (like a jam man)? Then how can i record different sounds? I would...
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- Dec 14, 2010
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- Forum: The Lounge
Just ordered an Atomic FR Active..Any accessory needed??

Hi, I just ordered an Reactor FR 50W Active cab for my Axe Fx Ultra and have a few practical questions (just so that I can be ready to play when the cab comes): 1. Do I need any other additional unit (power amp,...) or can I simply plug as follows (and play): Guitar > Axe Fx > Reactor FR...
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- Dec 12, 2010
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Complete resetting: back to original presets

So, the only way for me to get back to the set of presets is to do it through the axe editor/computer? I am disappointed because, for some reason, I have had SUCH a hard time doing any sort of update through the computer: I purchased exactly the things that were supposed to work (using feedback...
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- Nov 17, 2010
- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange
Complete resetting: back to original presets

Hi, Just wondering if it is possible / how to COMPLETELY reset the Axe Fx ultra? Any button I can press to delete all my patches and go back to original settings and patches? I know it is probably possible through the Axe editor software, but I just have the Axe FX and an Atomic FR, no...
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- Nov 17, 2010
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- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange
Complete resetting: back to original presets

Hi, Just wondering if it is possible / how to COMPLETELY reset the Axe Fx ultra? Any button I can press to delete all my patches and go back to original settings and patches? I know it is probably possible through the Axe editor software, but I just have the Axe FX and an Atomic FR, no...
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- Nov 17, 2010
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- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange
active vs passive amps ; Reactor Atomic vs Verve 8/12 ma??

Re: active vs passive amps ; Reactor Atomic vs Verve 8/12 m At this point, I am hesitating between the active reactor from Atomic and the Verve 8 or 12ma... What is your opinion? Good and bad from what you have tried... As a reference, I would be using the cab primarily to get the sounds of...
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- Post #3
- Nov 3, 2010
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
active vs passive amps ; Reactor Atomic vs Verve 8/12 ma??

Hi, I own an axe fx and am looking for a really good cab that will let all the presets work. I understand that FRFR amps are the way to go. What are the sonic differences between the active and passive cabs from atomic amps? I see the differences on paper, but wonder how it translates...
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- Nov 3, 2010
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
getting rif of noisy fan..

Thank you guys for your posts. Very helpful. Using the fractal with a cab at low volume in bedroom, I do hear the fan and am thinking about changing it / having it changed.. From your respoinses, it seems that the European dealer G66 does that out of courtesy and some of you guys seem very...
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- Post #13
- Nov 1, 2010
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
Axe fx throuh Fender blackface vintage from 1966???

Thanks for your replies Has anybody has seen (youtube) or heard a good replication of a vintage blackface using the axe fx. I have to say the axe beats most amps I have heard in terms of crunch and distortion. But I have yet to see the same for nice cleans without effects (only reverb...
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- Post #6
- Oct 27, 2010
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Axe fx throuh Fender blackface vintage from 1966???

Hi, I am throwing out there an idea I have been thinking of for a while: I love the sounds of the axe fx. I also love the clean sounds of old fender amps, such as old vibrolux reverb or deluxe reverb. So what would be the pros and cons of plugging an axe fx through one of these amps (obviously...
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- Oct 25, 2010
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Amps and Cabs