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Axe FX 2 to Focusrite scarlett

Hi, I am having trouble trying to connect Axe FX 2 to Focusrite interface (18i20 in my case). I have Balanced Out (XLR) 1 and 2 of Axe FX connected to Focusrite input 7 & 8 and recording to Ableton Live. I had this setup all this time but just yesterday when I was trying to record, I noticed...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Jun 30, 2017
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Friedman HBE Factory Preset Recording

Lot of things happening here. Setting up home studio finally, fixing the never intonating Epiphone (had to redrill holes) and finally getting to update the firmware and practice some guitars!! Just recorded a quick one today:
- maharzan
- Thread
- Jul 19, 2015
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Audio from computer not coming via Axe FX

Something strange has happened lately. I am not sure when it started but I see Axe FX as output on my System Preferences but then when I select it, I can't hear the computer audio from the axe fx. The input is fine. Anyone encountered this problem before? I also tried reinstalling the driver but...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Jun 28, 2015
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Version infomation could not be queried

I just updated to 15.07 and updated both fractalbot/axe edit. Now I open axe-edit and get this message and it says Disconnected on the top left. How can I solve this issue? Thanks.
- maharzan
- Thread
- Sep 9, 2014
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Can anyone match the solo tone of Satch on this vid?
- maharzan
- Thread
- Mar 14, 2014
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Tone Match
Rick Graham's improvisation of 80s ballad, no shredding!

Recorded this with Axe FX II yesterday. I have been trying to learn this since a long time and it took quite long time to do this. Hope you guys like it.
- maharzan
- Thread
- Mar 2, 2014
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Mavericks Freezing Axe Fx ?

Hi Guys, I recently upgraded to OSX Mavericks and today I turned on Axe FX after along time. I am on Version 11.05. I have connected the USB cable but no Axe Edit or Fractal Bot is Up. After couple of minutes of playing, the Axe FX freezes on me. I can still play but none of the buttons work...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Nov 3, 2013
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
Axe FX II freezing

I thought 10.05 fixed the freezing issue. I had that issue sometime ago and have not turned on the machine for long time. Today, I turned it for around 3-4 hours trying to record my new song. I am using logic pro 9 and USB is connected in my macbook pro. After around 3 hours I guess, the sound...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Jun 1, 2013
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
How do we get Feedback from monitors?

Today, finally, I was able to setup my KRK monitors with Axe FXII and I am recording my new song. I was only playing with my small computer speakers (1990s :D). Though it sounded okay, these monitors really throw the details. I am loving it. At one point, I discovered that a "short solo" could...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Jun 1, 2013
- Replies: 20
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
SOLO100 Lead: Steve Vai Style

SOLO100 Lead has been my favorite preset on v10 and I have tweaked a little. Hope you like the sound of it. :) No Post processing done. Recorded directly with USB as it is.
- maharzan
- Thread
- May 3, 2013
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
AC30 scene changing using Logic Pro in v10

I have been trying to figure scene changes within the DAW for sometime. I saw other tutorials but they weren't particular to Scene changes. Channel 34 seems to be used to trigger scene changes and I have used it for this video. Should be awesome for songs with more scene changes. :) Using AC30...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Apr 14, 2013
- Replies: 16
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
FW10 Spawn Nitrous Test

Finally I found my love to my Axe Fx II. With FW10, every preset I try, it just sounds awesome. Here is a preset that probably many will not go through. My speakers are cracking!! ;)
- maharzan
- Thread
- Apr 6, 2013
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Spot the Axe FX - Steve Vai Content

Oh, I just landed on this video. Looks like its an Axe FX II at the rack. :)
- maharzan
- Thread
- Jul 2, 2012
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Mini Axe FX!

You know what? You don't really need anything else in the Axe FX! Just an AMP and the TMA block! Amazing! :)
- maharzan
- Thread
- Jun 2, 2012
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Reviews
ODS-100 Tweaked

Hey Guys, Just wanted to post a video I recorded for David Wallimann's melodic challenge. I used the stock ODS-100 Preset tweak a little. I am learning to compose slowly so I hope you like what you hear. Thank you. :)
- maharzan
- Thread
- May 16, 2012
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Where is Mark?

I miss his faces and recordings. 6.0 came out without him. :)
- maharzan
- Thread
- Apr 26, 2012
- Replies: 5
- Forum: The Lounge
Cameron HBE factory Firmware 6.0

Friedman HBE factory Firmware 6.0 I am loving this preset. How about you? Hope you like it. :)
- maharzan
- Thread
- Apr 26, 2012
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Saving Axe II extra effect to MFC

I have added a delay2 in one of my preset but I don't get it in the MFC. I just get delay1. How to transfer delay2 to it so I can bypass/add it in a solo ? Thanks for your help. :)
- maharzan
- Thread
- Apr 17, 2012
- Replies: 5
- Forum: MFC Discussion
One Tasty Etude!

Loving the Axe II! Thanks for checking guys! :)
- maharzan
- Thread
- Mar 21, 2012
- Replies: 22
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Gary Moore Style Ballad

For all non metal heads. :D Using default Shiva Lead preset with 500ms delay tweak. :)
- maharzan
- Thread
- Mar 19, 2012
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
MFC101 reset, lost everything

Ok, I am super smart. I was trying to setup my SP-1 and messed with many settings I guess. SP-1 set up incorrectly (opposite switch effect) so I thought i would start again by resetting the MFC. Now, its all gone. I thought resetting would set it to where it was (plug and play with Axe FX II)...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Feb 7, 2012
- Replies: 1
- Forum: MFC Discussion
I am loving 5.0

The first thing I noticed is the noise. Its absolutely silent now. I was having issues with noise if you remember. Next, the tone.. wow. Just fiddling around with the 'easy' solo. :D
- maharzan
- Thread
- Jan 27, 2012
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
TRS cable how long?

Hey Guys, I am about to buy a SP-1 (mission) pedal. Can you guys recommend how long TRS cable do I need? I guess I will need 2 cables right? And also recommend where to buy. Its urgent. Your help is very much appreciated. I did find people recommending this site. Best-Tronics Mfg., Inc...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Jan 19, 2012
- Replies: 2
- Forum: MFC Discussion
Happy New Year Everyone! Christmas Medley Song.

Hope you guys like it. All guitars on Axe Fx II.
- maharzan
- Thread
- Dec 29, 2011
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
How to get bass sound from normal electric guitar in Axe II?

Hi, I don't have a bass but do want to record bass for my mix. How do I get to record it? Anyone has created a patch? Please share. Thanks, Chandra
- maharzan
- Thread
- Dec 28, 2011
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Another JVM video - Brief Encounter cover

Trying another awesome song by John Cyrka. Hope you like it. :) Cheers, Chandra
- maharzan
- Thread
- Dec 26, 2011
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
How to get that long sustain?

So, I have a lead preset, quite some distorted sound, lot of delay and reverb but if I apply a vibrato on a note, it fades out after certain time. It doesn't seem to sustain for long. If the note should extend for 5 secs, it only sustains for like 3 and it dies out abruptly rather than fade away...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Dec 18, 2011
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Is this is cable?

I saw Fractal tweet about the cables so wanted to know which one I should get to connect my guitar with my Axe II. Is this the one? http://best-tronics.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=BMI&Product_Code=FAS05-XX&Category_Code=Fractal_Audio If not, which is the best? What are the...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Dec 5, 2011
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Recorded clip doesn't sound exactly like what I hear on the phones out.

I have been meaning to ask this from the beginning but haven't been able to. I have recorded few clips and while the phones sound smoother the recorded ones sounds a a bit brittle, bright. I am recording directly from the USB. Does it happen to you? What am I doing wrong? I am listening to the...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Nov 29, 2011
- Replies: 30
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
What is FX Loop used for ?

I tried to read the wiki but it sounds too technical. Also, what is send/return used for in axe-edit? Thanks so much for anyone explaining me in layman's terms.
- maharzan
- Thread
- Nov 14, 2011
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Jet Black Guthrie Govan - Conford Amp

Hey Guys, Just updated to 3.0 and tweaked a Conford amp (not trying to copy the original tone though). I was learning this solo since a month and was planning to record today, gladly 3.0 came out. :) Hope you like it. Thanks, Chandra
- maharzan
- Thread
- Nov 12, 2011
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Axe II awesomeness!

I don't know what 3.0 will bring but I sat down today with 2.00c and no matter which amp/cab/mic combination I choose, they all just sound amazing. I can't decide which one to use. I actually desparately tried to sound the axe like digital emulators by making Cab Size to minimum. When you change...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Nov 10, 2011
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Reviews
Which expression pedal?

My MFC is on the way. I have been looking into expression pedals now and as many recommends, it looks like Mission pedals are the best and will get one. But the confusion now is there are SP-1 and EP-1. I was thinking of getting just one pedal so I could use it as Wah or Whammy. I don't think I...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Oct 29, 2011
- Replies: 19
- Forum: MFC Discussion
Does anyone has a great acoustic guitar patch?

Anyone, please share...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Oct 23, 2011
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Another Guthrie Solo

I transcribed this solo and played over the track. Recorded in Axe II / Garageband. :)
- maharzan
- Thread
- Oct 13, 2011
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Mini MFC

I so wish I could get a smaller version of MFC, just save like 5 or so presets with up/down to load next 5. I don't need no 120 presets for a gig you know. Probably just a clean/crunch/lead sounds with delay on/off. :)
- maharzan
- Thread
- Oct 10, 2011
- Replies: 6
- Forum: MFC Wishes + Bugs
Waiting List for MFC?

I saw somewhere there is a waiting list for MFC as well and its been almost a year wait for some. Is this true? While I am in no hurry to get the MFC, I don't gig at all, I just wanted to be on the line in case, I start gigging sometime in future. Plus, its always great to save some money. :)...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Oct 10, 2011
- Replies: 10
- Forum: MFC Discussion
Axe Fx II Tip

I guess many already know this but after a month or so fiddling around my Axe II, I have come to understand that VOLUME is critical for it to sound great, just as any tube amp. :-)
- maharzan
- Thread
- Oct 7, 2011
- Replies: 18
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Brown Patch

This is the stock Brown patch with little edit. was trying another Guthrie lesson and thought it sounded pretty close.
- maharzan
- Thread
- Oct 7, 2011
- Replies: 16
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Vinai Patches

I was looking for his patches and found he posted them on youtube. But they keep crashing on my Axe Edit 211. Can anyone please confirm this and probably reupload the working version? I am guessing its a version conflict (probably made before the firmware 2.0. Patches: AXE FX II Neal...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Oct 4, 2011
- Replies: 31
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Trying a little Guthrie Ballad

Been learning this for a while. Wanted to record something with my Axe II and here it is. Conford amp try.
- maharzan
- Thread
- Sep 30, 2011
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Trying some Timmons tone
- maharzan
- Thread
- Sep 23, 2011
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Solando 99 Lead!

Another randomness!!
- maharzan
- Thread
- Sep 20, 2011
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Recto Orange Modern!

Tweaking all sorts of parameters, having fun! Random playing.
- maharzan
- Thread
- Sep 20, 2011
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Guthrie Govan Patch? anyone?

Has anyone dialed in a Guthrie Govan tone ? Please post if you have one. Thanks..
- maharzan
- Thread
- Sep 17, 2011
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Random Amp Cab combo try.

Just fiddling around my new Axe II in Axe Edit. Learning some new things. Heres a quick sample recorded directly via USB in garageband.
- maharzan
- Thread
- Sep 15, 2011
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Axe Fx II — Utopia.

If you didn't know, I traveled to US for business/vacation a month back. It was so well timed, Axe II was announced few months back and I signed up on the waiting list thinking I would get one during my month long travel to US. Luck on my side. Although, it was so unknown whether you were on the...
- maharzan
- Thread
- Sep 9, 2011
- Replies: 17
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Reviews
Anyone here from NY?

Anyone in NY who can host a guest for few days? :)
- maharzan
- Thread
- Jul 24, 2011
- Replies: 2
- Forum: The Lounge
What is reamping?

Okay, I don't have an Axe Fx yet but I keep seeing Reamping threads now and often so I wanted to ask what it is and how do we do that? I am hoping to get the Axe II next month so would be quite helpful to try it out. Thanks, sorry for my ignorance.. :)
- maharzan
- Thread
- Jul 18, 2011
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
I wish an AxeFx ..

Well, when I can't even get one, its already a wish list. Somebody, please be kind enough to bring an AxeFx with you if you are coming to Nepal. :) Yep, thats my wish!!! :mrgreen: :geek: :lol:
- maharzan
- Thread
- Jul 8, 2010
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Ultra/Std Wish List