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Clean ambient piece with my Kiesel CT7

Hi there guys! Here's a little piece I wrote these days, it's called "Venus". I'm using a patch with compressor, into Fryette D60L amp model, into cab #131. After that, reverb, delay and enhancer blocks. Hope ya dig it!
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Aug 1, 2017
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Epic Lead idea with Carvin CS4 and Axe-Fx II

Noodling around this "Epic Intro" idea, this is the chain I'm using: Compressor->OD->Herbie Ch.3->Marshall TV 4x12 cab, all of this into parallel delay and reverb. Hope you dig it guys :)
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Jul 13, 2015
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Some notes with Blackmachine B7 / BKP Juggernauts / Axe-Fx II

Hey guys how's it goin! Just posted this vid in which I'm playing a Blackmachine B7 loaded with Bare Knuckle Juggernauts, into my Axe-Fx II of course. I'm first playing the bridge pickup, then switching to the neck pickup on the second half. I've also got this picture, here's the...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Apr 16, 2015
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Free Mesa 4X12 Impulse Responses! Give 'em a try :)

Hey Axe users! I've just uploaded a couple Impulse Responses (IRs) of my Mesa Boogie 4X12 Standard, also known as Oversized or Recto cab. You can download them from Axe-Change at the link below, have fun with them :) Axe Change -The Official Site for Fractal Audio Presets, Cabs and More A...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Feb 23, 2015
- Replies: 14
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
Cabinet Impulse Response (IR) Plugins shootout!

Hi there! I'm a firm believer cabinet is the most important link in the chain regarding guitar tones (apart from hands of course), so I recently did a comparison between different softwares that enable Impulse Response loading, to check if they do have sonic differences and, if yes, which one...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Aug 7, 2014
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Clean Interlude with Carvin 7-string and Axe-Fx II

Hi folks! Here's a little clean thingy I did with my new Carvin CT74 7-string loaded with Bare Knuckle pickups, I'm specifically using the Emerald model in the neck. I'm only using stock presets on this one, FW 12.04beta. Hope ya dig! And if you fancy, here are a couple pics of the...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Jan 21, 2014
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Guest solo with Axe Fx II & Music Man JP BFR Koa 7 String

Hi folks! Here's a solo I've recently recorded. I'm using 808 MOD Drive -> FAS6160 Amp Block -> Stereo Cab block with Recto V30 OH and Oval 1x6 and then splitting into parallel Reverb and Delay. Also here's the lead part soloed, hope you dig it :)
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Dec 11, 2013
- Replies: 16
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Protest The Hero - "Clarity" video lesson w/ Axe Fx II

Hey folks! Just upped a video lesson on the new Protest The Hero track "Clarity". I'm using a '91 Ibanez UV777GR with stock pickups, tone is of course Axe Fx II, specifically chain is Comp -> T808 mod -> FAS 6160 -> Mesa OH -> parallel Delay and Reverb. If you want you can download tabs at...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Sep 16, 2013
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Bug? Not digital crackling/vinyl noise (video inside)

This has been bugging me since day one, forcing me to turn off an on again the Axe at least 5 times a day. While it's a beautiful sounding machine, I'm really starting to nerve-wrack. It's totally unrelated to the digital realm since it happens when I have no USB cable connected too, but...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Sep 1, 2013
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
I've tried everything, it just doesn't connect (solved)

Using an iMac and MBPro, both running OSX 10.8.4. All previous Axe-Edit versions, Fractal-Bot and AxeCabManager run flawlessly. Using fw11, I re-installed everything I could find (hidden system files included), did the system clean, deleted all cabs, turned on Axe Edit first, Axe Fx II first...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Sep 1, 2013
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Edit Wishes + Bugs
FX Loop Block not working, what am I doing wrong?

Yesterday I was fiddling around with some routings and wanted to have the processed signal coming out of OUT1 while having a completely dry one coming out of OUT2. Yes, I know USB provides this easily and have used it extensively, but since I want to route everything into my RME Fireface UFX...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Aug 6, 2013
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
This is how close the Axe Fx II can get to a real EVH 5150III

Hi folks! Here's a test I recently did, I'm trying to get as close as possible to an EVH 5150III 100W head that has been recently used to reamp guitars for my band. Guitar used is a Bernie Rico Jr Hesperian 8 string with a BKP Aftermath pickup. Original chain consists of TS808 OD -> EVH...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- May 22, 2013
- Replies: 66
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Last firmware version compatible with Axe Edit?

As title says. I have a few reamps to do for a band, I love to tweak tones extensively thru Axe Edit and would like a 100% compatible firmware version. Also, where would I have to download this previous version? Thanks :)
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Feb 28, 2013
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Mayones/Seymour Duncan Solo contest entry - all tones are Axe Fx II

Hi folks! Just submitted my entry for this contest! On leads I've used a preset I made with comp->Tube Drive->FAS 6160->two cabs: Mesa OH with R121 and Oval 1x6. Cleans are just stock presets: intro is Solar Eclipse + Shiva On The Rocks + Jump Gate, outro is just Cavernous. Hope you like it! :)
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Jan 10, 2013
- Replies: 24
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Scenes: is it possible to switch between them using a sequencer/DAW?

I usually use Ableton or Logic to automatically change presets, by sending a MIDI signal via USB cable. This permits me to focus only on the music itself, without any tap-dancing involved. Is it possible to change scenes, then? I don't quite understand what exactly the "message name" should...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Dec 8, 2012
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Piezo Tone With 7 String Baritone - Axe Fx II

Hi folks! Here you can listen to a SoundCloud playlist I've made, demonstrating all the pickup options available on my piezo-equipped Rusti Guitars 7 string baritone. I'm using a tweaked version of preset #239 "Tape Distortion". The piezo adds amazing clarity and "3d-ness" to the overall tone...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Jun 5, 2012
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Stock presets can sound REALLY good: here's the proof! (T.R.A.M. video cover inside)

Hi there! Probably my favourite stock preset in the Axe II is #239 "Tape Distortion", such a soulful and vibrant clean. I'm using it in this video, coupled with a custom Siggi Braun guitar with Haeussel pickups. Hope you like it! Francesco Filigoi - T.R.A.M. "Inverted Ballad" cover w/...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- May 16, 2012
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Use a DI box in conjunction with the guitar - Is this routing correct?

Hey guys, I've been using the II for quite some time and I'm super happy with it. I love the dry recording/reamping feature, but I think I would obtain better quality with an actual DI box like the Countryman Type 85 Type 85 Direct Box - Countryman Associates, Inc. Since the input 1 rear is...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- May 3, 2012
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
Metallica's Master Of Puppets album - Tone Match test

Here's my first serious attempt at Tone Matching. I'm playing a riff from Orion, first you hear the original recording, then my Tone Match version. I've triple-tracked guitars, just like on the original recording. My chain is OD 808 - Mesa Mark IIC+ Bright with fat, bright and boost...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Apr 25, 2012
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Tone Match
Axe Fx II Stock presets demonstration

Some time ago, when I received the Axe Fx II, I said to myself I was going to record every single preset of it for a full demonstration of its capabilities. Long story short, I didn't do it, recording 383 different presets is a fuckin' tedious task, but I've still managed to improvise on some...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Mar 13, 2012
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Meshuggah - Break Those Bones Whose Sinews Gave It Motion (preset inside)

Hi folks! I've just recorded and uploaded a short part of the new Meshuggah song, one of the grooviest riffs I've heard in a while. Here it is: Francesco Filigoi "Meshuggah - Break Those Bones Whose Sinews Gave It Motion" w/ Carvin DC800 - YouTube I'm using my Carvin DC800 and, although an...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Mar 12, 2012
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Killswitch Engage tone test with Blackmachine B6 and Blackmachine B2

Hi guys :) here's a short tone test with my Axe Fx II, I'm playing a Killswitch Engage type riff, drop C tuning. Guitars are quad tracked. I'm using my Blackmachine B6 with BKP Nailbomb in the bridge for the first half, and Blackmachine B2 with BKP Cold Sweat for the second half. Settings...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Feb 11, 2012
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Bug? "USB ADAPTER MODE" does not work as the manual states

The manual states: That just doesn't work. I've connected my midi keyboard and midi signal is received by the Axe (the "midi in" led lights up), my DAW recognizes the Axe II as a midi interface too, and I enable it. Then if I arm a MIDI track, nothing happens. No midi message is received by...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Dec 26, 2011
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
Some shredding with Blackmachine B7 and Axe Fx II

I've finally received my Axe II and it sounds so good I couldn't wait to record something with it, so here's the result: Francesco Filigoi - Decapitated "Three Dimensional Defect" w/ Blackmachine B7 and Axe Fx II - YouTube I'm using a Blackmachine B7 with Bareknuckle Cold Sweat in the bridge...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Dec 24, 2011
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Bug? Axe II output led is clipping when the actual output is at 0dB or even below

I use the Axe as an interface in my DAW and use it for random listening too. All the albums I listen are obviously mastered and limited so they don't go past 0dB, and all the music I do in my DAW is not clipping too since I always put a limiter on my master and the fader never goes red...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Dec 24, 2011
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
Avoid double signal phasey sound when using DAW?

As title says, when I arm a track in my DAW (Ableton) I'm experiencing a "double signal" to my monitors, which results in a very phasey annoying sound. Basically, I want to avoid the direct signal from Axe to monitors, and just leave the one that goes Axe->daw->monitors, since I could control...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Dec 19, 2011
- Replies: 20
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
EPIC FAIL: I accidentally put the USB cable on the MFC plug, Axe II burning smell

What the title says. Without putting too much attention I plugged the USB cable on the MFC plug instead of its proper plug. When I turned on the Axe, the screen lights were flashing on and off, turned the wheel and for a couple seconds everything seemed to return to normality, but then I...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Dec 19, 2011
- Replies: 88
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Question: using instrument input and SPDIF/AES input at the same time

Let's hypothesize: I want to use a pre with digital output (API A2D) to mic my drummer's kit during rehearsals, and the output will go straight into the Axe II digital input. Can I use the instrument input to direct record my guitar tone via USB at the same time? So that the USB will transmit...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Nov 11, 2011
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Questions about USB dry recording/reamping feature, 48khz and MIDI inputs.

Hey guys, I'm still waiting for my Axe II (I'm on the Tone Merchants list) but before it arrives I need to ask some technical stuff: 1: the dry recording feature is maybe the most appealing aspect to me, has anyone compared it to a real DI box/reamp box and checked the quality of the...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Oct 3, 2011
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe Fx II dry recording and reamping via USB: as good as DI + reamp box?

I've been wondering these since the Axe II announcement: surely recording and reamping via just a USB cable is amazing and really simple, avoids the use of another audio interface and further ad/da conversions. But will it provide a comparable quality to, let's say, a common choice like DI...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- May 13, 2011
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
I've tried everything, but my IRs don't want to be loaded.

I'm using OSX Leopard, my Axe Fx Ultra has less than a week, firmware 10.2 and last version of Axe Edit. I've tried everything! load the irs with Axe Edit: "bad checksum" load the irs with Sysex Librarian: "bad checksum" change F0 00 00 7D to F0 00 01 74 and repeat everything: "bad checksum"...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Oct 8, 2010
- Replies: 4
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
ART SLA2 + passive Atomic Reactor or Active Atomic Reactor?

Hi there, this is my first post here. Sorry if this has been asked before but there are so many threads about it... anyway, I recently purchased an Axe Fx Ultra and I'm going to build a patch for recording my band's first EP. Since the guitar tone and overall final result is so important to...
- FrancescoFiligoi
- Thread
- Sep 20, 2010
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Amps and Cabs