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    Rick Beato - The Daniel Lanois Interview: Perter Gabriel, U2, Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson...

    I just finished watching this last night. Rick Beato brings the best out of those that he interviews.
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    Health Supplements. What are your favorites?

    #1 on my list is 1000mg of fish oil per day. I have low HDL naturally and over time the fish oil supplement has steadily increased it over time. Niacin only got me in the 31-35 range. The Fish oil raised it to 45 within the next few years (40+ is the target).
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    What Prompted You To Buy A Fractal?

    If I remember correctly I saw a video about the Axe-Standard and was interested in learning more. By the late 90s I had already decided to give up amps for modelers because I wanted more variety and less weight to haul around. I went though L6 Pod, Boss GT-6, then GT-8. I also had the Roland...
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    Your 1st 5 Concerts

    Opener/Headliner (dates are iffy at this point in my life) 1. Eddie Money / 38 Special 1982 2. Blackfoot / Molly Hatchet 1983 3. Motley Crue / Ozzy 1983 4. Jefferson Starships road crew / Jefferson Starship 1984 (I worked with the road crew that day) 5. Fastway / Ratt 1984
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    What was your first Digital Modeler?

    If I remember correctly my first experience with digital amp/speaker modelers was the Roland VS-880. As for modelers that were for performing it was the VG-88 and then the L6 POD. I liked the L6 at first but decided I wanted better effects so I traded it for a Boss GT-6. Traded the 6 for a GT-8...
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    Ditch the pick?

    I do whichever one sounds the best at the time. In church it's mostly finger picking or strumming with my index fingernail. I also keep my nails short.
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    How long have you been playing guitar (or bass, or whatever).

    First messed around with it in 1973 but really started learning to play it around 1980.
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    Mens 50+ Multivitamin

    The generic version from Wally-World (Equate) for me.
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    Benson sound

    I don't have an FM3 but I've got an Ultra, II, and AX8. For the Godin I've used the Tube Pre if I want some extra gain and/or eq. I've also used it without an amp block. In either case, no Cab block is needed unless you want to use an IR that simulates an acoustic body.
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    Rituals before you play live?

    Tune the guitar(s) Run through some scales until my fingers are warmed up 5 minutes before we start I go take a wiz (I'm getting old so this is important) Wash my hands Repeat the last 2 steps as needed
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    Roy Clark has Johnny Cash dumbfounded performing this solo with a glass

    When I was a kid I gave that live album to my father as a Christmas present. Roy was an entertainer that everyone could love no matter what style of music they were in to.
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    RIP EVH

    The first time I actually saw Eddie play was on a Saturday night show ("Rock Concert" maybe?). This was before MTV so those late shows were among the few moments that I could see some of these bands playing. It was an "AHA!" moment when I saw him using fretboard tapping. Prior to that the guitar...
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    You know you are getting old when...

    You know a bunch of words that end in "itis". Also, your current favorite guitar is your favorite because it's the lightest.
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    What Did Hubble See on Your Birthday?

    Cool pic. I was born on June 8th too.
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    Remote Music Teaching tools for those in Lockdown due to COVID-19

    Ha, I guess I didn't read the first post closely enough. Sorry to bring economics into this thread. The last time I taught guitar the internet didn't exist, at least not publicly.
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    Remote Music Teaching tools for those in Lockdown due to COVID-19

    This semester I'm teaching macroeconomics, microeconomics, and customer service at the local college. I had 3 online and 2 hybrid courses. They're all on line now. We use Canvas and the textbooks for my courses come from Cengage. I don't do any lecturing over the internet. Cengage has a site...
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    COVID-19 - How Do You Plan To Pass Time During Isolation?

    I'm grading assignments and answering emails while taking care of an 86yr old with dementia.
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    Help the Fight Against COVID-19

    I do get multiple sources of news but I cut some of them out entirely once they openly lied or mislead people multiple times (CNN crews passing out protest posters comes to mind). Too much political bias and anger because their candidate didn't win is one of the main causes. The other reasons...
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    Help the Fight Against COVID-19

    These days the media blows everything out of proportion or just makes things up so much that people don't believe it anymore.
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    Keyboards in your studio?

    Roland V-Synth GT and A-49 MIDI Keyboard+Roland Integra-7. I use a Roland SonicCell to supplement a GR-30. I still have an Ensoniq SD-1 and EMu sampler but they don't seem to speak the current MIDI language very well.
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    Digital Modeling of Amps and Speakers VS Analog (Survey)

    Done. I quit using guitar amps back in the late 90's so I don't even remember what "amp in the room" sounds like anymore.
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    Amps you have owned and loved, but don't expect to be ever modeled

    Carvin XV-112
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    Greg Koch on That Pedal Show

    When he laughs the guy in the middle reminds me of the coach in Porky's.
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    Axe-Fx 2 or Ultra

    The AxeII has 8 scenes per preset and an XY option for each effect. The Ultra doesn't have either of these options. Example: The XY option means that you could use 1 chorus block but have 2 choruses (an X and a Y) available that you could switch between. With scenes you can change multiple...
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    Calling ALL the Country Guitarists

    I'm not set up to send a preset but I'll give you an idea. Back when I was using my AFUltra I saw a video of BP playing a ZWreck and loved the sound. I did some research on it and wound up with my go-to country sound. I now use it on my AFII and AX8. I use a Trainwreck Rocket with the input...
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    Band names for seniors

    We're Who?
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    What were your first amp modelers?

    Rockman (does this count as a modeler?) Pod v1 then bought v2 upgrade chip VG-88 also upgraded GT-6 GT-8 Other Roland synth and recording gear that includes amp modeling Fractal Ultra AXII MKII AX8
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    What amp, if did not have the Axe Fx III?

    Carol Ann Tucana
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    IRs...what are they and how can they help?

    I agree with paranoid. I thought the factory IRs were fine. You can always use the PEQ or GEQ after the CAB block to "fix" it. I still have my Ultra and I wouldn't hesitate to use if my II or AX8 weren't available.
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    Guitar and tennis elbow?

    I had a similar problem a few years ago. You can find some videos that'll teach you some good stretching exercises. ACE makes a tennis elbow strap that helped me play a couple of shows without pain.
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    RIP Tim Conway

    I still look up those Carol Burnette show skits on YT when I want some real entertainment. The version of the elephant story that was shown at the time was great, but the outtake version is my all-time favorite.
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    AX8 | What's the best allround amp?

    A fast foot tap on the AXY switch cuts a lot of the latency out, at least for me. As for the best amp it really depends on what you mean by "clean" and "heavy". My favorite tends to be the TW Rocket or Express if I want to go heavier.
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    Larry Carlton-Just an Amazing player

    Around 1990 I went to Atlanta to see a show with Larry, Chet Atkins, and Albert Lee. It was the best concert I've ever seen.
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    How’s your bracket now ?

    WAR EAGLE!!!
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    What is your number one guitar at the moment?

    It's a close call but I'd say Carvin AE185.
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    Chair, yes chair

    I've used a RocNSoc for around 15yrs. It fits into those tight "orchestra" situations and stays comfortable for the entire show. The adjustable backrest helped with my back problems too.
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    Help me quit the band

    This reminded me of my last gig with a band in 1984. Before the last set I put my main guitar safely in it's case and in the car. The set ended when the bass player (on uppers+downers+whisky) took his bass off and started heading in my direction. So I flipped my cheap-o backup guitar into...
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    Drinking at gigs?

    Not even in my younger days. The strongest thing I'll drink is a mountain dew if it's going to be a late drive home. Other than that it's usually water.
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    How many of you just upgrade and play?

    Upgrade Oops, I forgot to do a backup! Shrug shoulders Play
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    Upgrading from Ultra?

    You'll love it. I haven't sold a Fractal product yet. It'll still be a great back-up unit because it's already dialed it in.
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    Old rack gear : sell it, keep it, trash it ?

    I had to move 2 years ago and was going to have less room for old music gear. Some was still saleable but most wouldn't fetch enough money to be worth my trouble. I donated some of it to a couple of churches that I play for occasionally. I gave the rest to a local guitarist that needed some...
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    Your Favourite VHS Instructionals

    Greg Howe
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    Ever wonder what an umpire and manager say to each other during an argument?

    Sounds like a couple of New York mobsters arguing over an unauthorized hit.
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    MIDI transfer issues, corrupt data

    If you have 2 midi cables connected then it should work. I never tried that so I don't know how quickly the changes occur.
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    MIDI transfer issues, corrupt data

    Glad to hear it's finally working. Your other interfaces may not be broken, they just didn't work for this application. As I said earlier, it was tough to get adequate communication between the Axe Edit software and/or the AxeFx hardware from that era.
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    Fiddy Tree

    I turned Fiddy Three on Friday. I celebrated by finishing a paint job on my deck and then visiting my chiropractor later in the day.
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    MIDI transfer issues, corrupt data

    Yes, that's what I would suggest. I tried to use Axe-Edit with my Ultra 2 or 3 times and then gave up. I'm old-school anyway so all of my presets were made directly on the device. By-the-way, Axe-Edit works just fine for me on the AFII and AX8 so I use it when I make new presets or just want...
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    MIDI transfer issues, corrupt data

    I know you're looking for plug n play but have you tried to make a preset from scratch? I've never had to re-initialize a preset but I'm sure that's in there somewhere. Stretch a chain of blocks across the grid and just use an amp & cab block to see what happens. If it works then see if you can...
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    MIDI transfer issues, corrupt data

    The last update I did with my Ultra was right after the last firmware was released. I can't remember any specifics but maybe this will help. In my experience connecting the Ultra to AxeEdit or to upgrade the firmware was iffy at best. When updating the firmware I remember getting the CHECKSUM...
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    Tablet recommendations?

    I use a Surface Pro 4. It works great for me.
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    Anyone actually happy here and enjoying their gear?

    I've been in a perpetual state of musical happiness since 2010 when I bought an Ultra. Today I'm totally satisfied with the Axe II and the AX8.
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    Pastorwocky

    Did you write that during the sermon?
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    Another Great M*A*S*H Character Passes Away

    Loved that show.
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    Using the Axe Standard for Acoustic

    Glad you got it to sound the way you wanted. I've used different settings just about every time I've played acoustic live and still got good results. If I had any problems at all it was because of the man behind the mixing board. ;)
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    CAPS LOCK MADNESS & WHAT'S YOUR DAY GIG?

    ECONOMICS & BUSINESS INSTRUCTOR AT THE LOCAL COLLEGE
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    Here's a make you feel old post for the old guys...

    As a resident of small-town Alabama I didn't hear about Van Halen until after the 2nd album came out. I was in junior high for those of you keeping score. And Hellbat, Ice Cream man was my favorite VH song to perform.
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    Who's Planning To "Eventually" Move Up To The III?

    I waited awhile before getting an Axe II because I was satisfied with my Ultra. I watched the development of the II and eventually knew I wanted to experience the evolution. I jumped on the AX8 quickly because it was a portable solution that I knew would work great for me. I'll wait for awhile...
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    Using the Axe Standard for Acoustic

    You don't have to use an amp block. Even the tupe pre may introduce more dirt than you might like. If you want to go amp-less but still need to boost the incoming signal then I would suggest using a filter block.
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    A fun exercise in nostalgia

    I traded in a Pod for a GT-6 which I later traded for a GT-8. The Boss had more tweakability and better effects. The trick to making them sound good was to adjust the global eq, though I don't remember the exact settings. In 2010 I took the plunge and got an Ultra for my 45th birthday. It was...
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    Value Button On Axe FX Ultra Not Functioning Correctly

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    Expression pedal lag

    Ah, guess I should've googled it before answering.
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    Expression pedal lag

    Did you calibrate it? If not, go to IO > Pedal, then choose Pedal 1 Cal (or 2). Give the pedal a few full-range sweeps after starting the calibration. If that doesn't fix it then it could be the pedal itself.
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    Crazy advice. A Retirement Account online?

    Vanguard and Neuberger & Berman have both done pretty well for me.
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    How many of you work a regular day job?

    Musically, I started playing in bands around 1980 with the goal of joining the 80s metal fad. Over the years I've also done some short stints as a replacement guitarist in a funk/RnB/top 40 band and some country/southern rock bands. I love performing with good musicians that care about putting...
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    Axe FX-II Mark II vs AX8

    I own a Mark II and an AX8. I use a GCP to control the Axe Fx II. I can tell you that controlling the AX8 is more versatile and easier to use out of the box than a 3rd party pedal. The most important question is what kind of amp, cab, and fx chain do you use? Will the AX8 have enough CPU for...
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    Steve Vai, Carvin, and Fractal

    I hate to see them go. I got my first Carvin guitar (DN612) in 1982 and my first Carvin amp (XV112E) in 1983. I've been a big fan ever since. I sold the amp in the early 2000s because I was tired of lugging a 100w tube amp to places that only need a 10-20w at the most. It was still a great...
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    power drop

    You need to contact Fractal Audio about this.
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    Creating an Acoustic preset...wher to start?

    If you haven't done this already, use a looper at the beginning of the chain. That way you can put the guitar down and make your adjustments based on what the audience will hear.
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    YOUR preferred country style amps

    Rocket
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    New Fractal Pedal

    I like it a lot. I prefer the EV-1 for volume control and the EV-2 for wah.
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    Wrecker Rocket

    I've always loved the Trainwreck amps. The recent firmware releases have made the Rocket my favorite of the 3. I agree that it's a great all-around rock amp but it's also my go-to country amp.
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    [Solved] So, no bank snap shot with Function keys anymore?

    The default setting for F1 gives you 2 options. A single press-and-release of F1 let's you select a bank and preset, then returns to it's previous state. If you press-and-hold F1 the AX8 goes into "sticky" mode which keeps the bank on your screen. It will "stick" in that mode until you press F1...
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    Getting started- Axe FX Ultra

    Where would you guys suggest I begin? If the factory presets are still there then that would give you some ideas about the amp and cab combinations that you would like. You should also consider making your own presets from scratch. Is there a real amp and cab that can get the sound(s) you want...
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    Live Setup - describe yours - direct or mic

    XLR from my acoustic amp or keyboard amp to foh. I started doing this because I sometimes used a guitar synth and could send both signals mixed the way I intended. In guitar-only situations I've tried going from the Axe a few times. I didn't like it because there was never a proper sound check...
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    Allan Holdsworth. RIP. One of a Kind.

    I've been a big fan since his "Road Games" album. He's the most unique guitarist I've ever heard.
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    Do you touch adv parameters in the amp block? Which and what for?

    Motor Drive is the #1 thing right now. Output Comp used to be #1 but sometimes the Motor Drive adds enough compression on it's own. I change the power tubes and/or preamp tubes on occasion. And I prefer to change the B+ Time Const when I want a different feel.
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    Using an acoustic guitar amp.

    I use a Carvin AG300 and it sounds great. It was designed to be more like a portable PA system so it may be a bit different from a dedicated acoustic guitar amp. If you're just going to play out every once in a while then you should be able to get a good sound out of it. It just depends on...
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    First Use At Church

    One of the churches that I occasionally play for has a terrible speaker set-up. It's basically one main on the ceiling with a monitor behind it aimed back at the choir. The mics, piano, organ, and drums run through the system. After 2 failed (and embarrassing) attempts at running my guitar...
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    Is the love waning?

    You chose to keep your AX8 over the Axe2. I assume it was a better fit for you personally. While the AX8 will take some sales away from the flagship it also creates more potential Fractal customers overall by providing a lower cost alternative that's gig-ready right out of the box.That means...
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    Can I use The Boss GT8 to control the Axe?

    No. I hooked mine up to my Ultra just to see if I could make it work. I could use it to call up presets but that's it. The best use I could make out of the GT-8 was to insert the AxeFX as an amp+cab only and then get the effects from the 8. I quickly decided that I'd buy a midi pedal board .
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    Problem With Active Pickups - Help!

    If your other guitars work and you're using the same cables then the problem is with the A6. I would try running the A6 through another amp or pa system just to make sure.
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    Ultra or Fx8 mk11

    I don't own an FX8 Yes, it can be used as a multi effects unit. Each preset is a blank slate. You choose which blocks to put in, the order, etc. and can choose where your fx loop (if used) will be. Any block in the preset can be bypassed. Back to your 1st post: I own an Ultra, Axe II MKII, and...
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    Looking for a Practice Amp Idea For Jams And Smaller Gigs

    I've used a Roland KC500 since the late 90s and it works great. Last year I decided to get a lighter alternative so I bought a Carvin AG300. The AG is about 40lbs lighter and has guitar-related features.
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    anyone messed with the CA OD-2 lately?

    Yes, it's one of my favorite amps.
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    classic jazz tone

    Just tried this on a whim. The Mr Z Hwy 66 (Rt 66) with input drive somewhere below noon and the bass and treble on 0.
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    classic jazz tone

    My favorite is the Gibson Scout.
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    Value Dial does not work normally.

    I'm glad it worked out for you.
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    Value Dial does not work normally.

    Read this thread. You might not need to replace the encoder just yet. http://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/ultra-encoder-issue.109276/
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    nylon string acoustic guitar

    I use a Godin ACS and it works great with the AF 2, AX8, and Ultra.
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    Can the Ultra Get close to the II??

    A simple thing that you can try is to change the mic in the cab block to R121. Maybe it was just my presets but it seemed to get it a little closer to the sound of the Axe II.
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    Any regrets coming from a AXE FX II?

    No regrets. All of my presets were easy to duplicate on the AX8. I love the functionality of the pedal board vs the GCP that I use for my Axe II and Ultra.
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    List Your Main Amps

    All of the Trainwreck, Carol Ann, and Matchless Amps.
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    Amp modellers look like spaceship controls

    I found this out years ago, and it goes beyond amplifiers. At one time I was using an electric guitar with a guitar synth to provide bass, orchestra, and classical guitar sounds for some local productions and church cantatas. I was disappointed to find out that most people in the audience...
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    Playing in High Humidity

    I have a tung oil finish on the necks of my main electric guitars. But what helps me the most is to practice outside in the heat and humidity. When I'm prepping for outdoor shows I walk around in the backyard with my guitars and play through the set list acoustically.
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    Angle Severe Presence Knob question

    I think Cliff generally puts the default setting for the Presence knob where he likes it best. Seems like he's also mentioned using the most common setting that he's seen from professionals who owned the real amp too. It's not an indication of the 12 o'clock position on the real amp.
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    Gain Addict

    Welcome aboard Andrew. I bought my first Axe Fx for my 45th birthday back in 2010. I never dreamed that there would ever be a device that gave me access to all of those different amps, cabs, and effects possibilities. I've had more fun playing guitar these last couple of years than at any other...
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    Running out of power - bug?

    I don't use the noise gate either so I didn't even think of that when I was looking at your preset. Glad to see you got the sound you wanted.
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    Ax8 output knob not turning completely down?

    I don't recall whether or not you can set F1 to do this. The default settings allow you to press and hold switches 1-8 to change the XY status of any block. You can also assign a switch to "Amp XY" which will let you just press and release to change the XY status of the amp block. Note that the...
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    Running out of power - bug?

    I downloaded your preset and took out the compressor block and used the output compressor in the amp block instead. Even with the output compressor boosted all the way up to 10 the cpu was only 89% with all of the blocks on at the same time. It might be worth trying using the OC instead if you...
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    Problems Tuning An Acoustic?

    If the tuner works with your electrics and you used the same guitar cable, then it must the piezo pickup, output jack, or the wiring in between. If you haven't done so already, try taking the AX8 and your guitar somewhere else to see if there's any difference. Computers, monitors, dimmer...
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