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Been a long time since I Rock and Rolled!!!

whats up guys? Haven't been in here in quite a while. Ive been making some time to play every now and then. Life mostly still gets in the way. Anyway.... I can't seem to find the 18W Marshall amp model. I'm on Quantom 22.xx I don't recall the exact FW revision. Is this glorious amp still...
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- Jun 24, 2016
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fractal site down?

Hey guys! I guess it's been so long since I've played regularly that my timing is all of in every way! I just setup my AxeFX II (running FW 12.03, I didn't even get to play THAT FW much at all!!!) to record again with PT10. It's been a while!!! Well over two years! So I saw a while ago that...
- shotgunn
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- Aug 12, 2014
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
What's up guys? Long time no see/hear/read. I sure do miss my II. No, I didn't sell i

I miss this place. I'm going to start frequenting again. I'm still on FW10. Didn't even get to fiddle with it much.
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- Nov 20, 2013
- Replies: 5
- Forum: The Lounge
What's up guys?!?!?

It's been a while since I've been active here. Haven't touched my Axes or my Axe II in months!!! :( I lost my job back in February and have been doing custom woodworking locally as well as guitar, amp, and pedal repairs, mods, and setups locally and abroad. I ran monitors for Kashmir Chicago...
- shotgunn
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- Jul 7, 2013
- Replies: 5
- Forum: The Lounge
shotgunnmods, LLC needs to kick it up several notches...

Hey guys!!! Some of you already know what I do. Some don't. In short, I modify guitars, amps, and FX pedals, as well as retail several rands of products. I may very well be getting laid off from my 11.5 yr career with AT&T today. They have declared me 'surplus' and I may be terminated or...
- shotgunn
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- Feb 15, 2013
- Replies: 14
- Forum: The Lounge
Late bloomer to FW 9.02... Need some help...

I'm jamming on 9.02 for the first time. Coming from 6.02. I know. I know... Had a LOT going on this past year. Anywho... I'm playing one of my Clli Leggy / piezo presets and I am trying to edit the cabinet in the mag chain. From the front panel grid I highlight the cab and press edit. Like I...
- shotgunn
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- Jan 24, 2013
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
So off topic it should be in the off topic section of of topic...

Has anyone ever heard of and tried a product call 'Mileage maxx'? They claim than 32oz will treat up to 160gal of gasoline for a fuel savings of up to $20%.
- shotgunn
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- Jan 22, 2013
- Replies: 15
- Forum: The Lounge
JCM-800 mod amp...

So I'm still running fw 6.02. I've been recording my friends band and haven't updated due to that. I've read, and seen that the JCM-800 mod amp has been removed. In speaking to a other forum member he says he believes it may have been brought back under a new name. Is this true? I really dig...
- shotgunn
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- Jan 18, 2013
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
ABB...

So I'm on this Allman Brothers Band kick now. Anyone know what amps Duane and Dickey used?
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- Jan 10, 2013
- Replies: 12
- Forum: The Lounge
Curious...

I saw a thread several hours ago and commented. Now it's gone. 25 best auto corrects of 2012. Was is deleted?
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- Jan 5, 2013
- Replies: 2
- Forum: The Lounge
I know it's Friday, but...

I was at the gym today and Statesboro Blues came on. (Then linkin krap... Yuck!!!!) Anyway, that made me want to listen to Stormy Monday... .................
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- Jan 4, 2013
- Replies: 7
- Forum: The Lounge
Need help from fellow GraphTech Ghost users...

I've been installing GT's Ghost stuff for years. Something has come tony attention. I just installed the AcoustiPhonic system for a fellow forumite. We verified that everything worked, but didn't have time to do thorough testing. When my customer got home he tried it out on his rig with some of...
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- Thread
- Dec 30, 2012
- Replies: 59
- Forum: The Lounge
Dimarzio group but anyone?

I'm going to be placing an order with Dimarzio. Does anyone need any pickups or accessories? Let me know ASAP!!!
- shotgunn
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- Nov 14, 2012
- Replies: 11
- Forum: The Lounge
It's just not even fair...

I'm recording my friends Prog Metal band and the guitars sound so amazing its downright stupid. It's not even fair to those who don't have the Axe FX II. It's their own fault thought, isn't it? I'll post a clip in a bit.
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Oct 31, 2012
- Replies: 18
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
I'm back in the saddle again!!! I'm baaaaaack!!!

Sup guys!?!?! Some of you may remember my wife and I got separated back in March. All I'll say is that it's good to be home with my family.
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- Oct 8, 2012
- Replies: 24
- Forum: The Lounge
Potential first problem with my Axe II...

Hey guys, I turned my rig on today and this is what happened... The photo is a bit blurry. But the LCD screen is 100% green and all the LED's remain on. It just sits like this forever. I haven't left in on like this for too long though. I am nervous it may cause irreparable damage...
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- Jun 27, 2012
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe FX II as interface with PT 10...

Hey guys, I just updated from OS X 10.6.8 to 10.7.4 so I can use the new USB beta driver. Things started out ok and then went south. Not only do I still get some random white at times, but my tracks are out of sync with the session. I have to nudge them earlier as they show up about 1/64...
- shotgunn
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- Jun 25, 2012
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Recording my friends band using my Axe FX II...

I used to be in a band with the bass player of this band years ago. The keyboard parts (for the most part) are MIDI tracks exported from Tabit and imported into Pro Tools. There is one part we did actually get recorded. It was actually tracked using Sample Whiz (by Jordan Rudess) on an...
- shotgunn
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- Jun 6, 2012
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
What is the most "SCREAMING" guitar solo in your opinion???

First let me explain what I mean by "SCREAMING". In this case I am not taking about amazing shred solos or supremely technically complex masterpieces. I am referring to the more raw solos such as... Grand Funk Railroad: Inside Looking Out. Mark Farner. Not a very "chops oriented" solo, but...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Jun 4, 2012
- Replies: 47
- Forum: The Lounge
MOP full song all tones played live...

Hey guys!!! I am going to be playing at a 4th of July party with my Axe FX II. I'm getting started making some presets. I want some feedback on the tones I have created using the TMA block and pitch shifters and whatnot. There is one little harmony part that I need to turn up quite a bit. My...
- shotgunn
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- May 23, 2012
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Tone Match
Intelligent Pitch shifter question...

Hey guys! I just posted a wish list item for this because as far as I know what I want is not yet possible. For those that are familiar with Metallica's song Master of Puppets. I am referring to the melodic interlude (right after the clean part) before James' solo. It is in E minor but has...
- shotgunn
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- May 23, 2012
- Replies: 27
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Finally got a chance to mess with the TMA block!!!

This is SOOOO fricking easy!!! I do have one question that I do not find with a search nor is it in the manual. At least not that I've seen. My TMA matched IR's that I export into my user slots are much quieter than my other IR's. When I use the TMA block the level is just fine. It is only...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- May 14, 2012
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Tone Match
Because I'm a total geek, that's why!!!

These are some pics of my excitement upon the arrival of my Axe FX II on 12-07-2011. Daddy's excited!!! My little girl Anna Lee... Can't contain myself!!! So cute, had to show another pic of my girl... Was anybody else TOTALLY freaked out by the 5 second delay...
- shotgunn
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- May 2, 2012
- Replies: 19
- Forum: The Lounge
Has anyone matched the MKV Extreme mode yet?

I want it!!! I need it!!! If I have to I'll bring my Axe II into GC and do it myself... BTW, it is possible to share matched amps, right? Will the accuracy be dependent on the guitar used during the matching process? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
- shotgunn
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- Apr 29, 2012
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Superior Drummer 2.0 on sale!!!

http://audiodeluxe.com/search/apachesolr_search/toontrack%20ezx I paid $230 for this bundle when it was last on sale. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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- Apr 6, 2012
- Replies: 20
- Forum: The Lounge
shotgunn meets JP!!!

Dude!!! This was SOOOOO cool!!! My friend saw this advertised on FB yesterday. I was like... HELL YEAH!!! I'm there!!! shotgunn meets John Petrucci - YouTube You'll have to excuse my low talking. You can hear most of what JP says. This was my first video recording with my iPad. Not...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Mar 31, 2012
- Replies: 17
- Forum: The Lounge
Awesome guitar performance!!!

Ben Lacy - Cashmere - LIVE in Nashville - YouTube
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Mar 31, 2012
- Replies: 1
- Forum: The Lounge
IR capture question...

I have two Mesa 1x12's that I'm about to sell. I'd like to capture them as an IR. I don't have a power amp anymore. I use FRFR (Atomic powered cabs). Is there a way for me to use this IR capture feature? Or do I need a guitar power amp? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
- shotgunn
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- Mar 30, 2012
- Replies: 1
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
Books that teach how to sing AND play guitar simultaneously...

Any ideas guys? I can sort of carry a tune vocally. I can sing/strum some basic 4 chord patterns. I'm looking for something can help me break down things somehow and help me be able to sing a vocal line that has no common rhythmic pattern to the guitar part I'm playing. I've never seen a...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Mar 29, 2012
- Replies: 33
- Forum: The Lounge
LFP owner thinking about MFC...

I've been a content LFP user for a while now. Cliff mentioned the 6.00 update will have an AE and MFC update that will sync the 3 together. This has me very curious. I like that it has 4 exp ports and 4 switch ports. Does the MFC have multiple layers for each IA like the LFP does? My LFP...
- shotgunn
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- Mar 27, 2012
- Replies: 2
- Forum: MFC Discussion
Horrible 'whiney' noise in my rig... Help T-shooting please?

Hey guys!!! First things first, here is the audio clip of the noise... I built a custom I/O patchbay for my rig a few months ago. I have a terrible 'whiney' noise that only comes through the front input. Shown here... I know for sure the problem NOT the follwing devices... 1. Axe-FX...
- shotgunn
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- Mar 9, 2012
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
Profiling feature question...

I know this obviously hasn't been released as a FW revision yet. I was curious as to how we are going to do this. How will we connect our 'amp to be profiled' to the Axe II? Input 2? Will I need to invest in any other hardware such as a mic preamp? Will we be outputting a tone sweep through...
- shotgunn
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- Mar 7, 2012
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe II and PT 10 unsupported buffer size?

I can't even use my II at all now as an interface. I have done a few successful recordings with PT 10 and my II, but they were only test recordings. Nothing extensive. Now I am getting error message about an 'unsupported buffer size'. What is this? It won't even let me select my Axe FX II...
- shotgunn
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- Mar 2, 2012
- Replies: 28
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
DIY piezo mod in 1, 2, 3, easy steps!!! All you need are a few...

days and thousands of $$$$ in tools. By 1, 2, 3 I really meant 1, 20, 140... Here is the recording. I started out using the piezos only. Then you'll hear a delay come in. That is Mag's + Piezos. I used the Taylor 314ce - Eaerthworks QTC30 IR that I downloaded from here. I'll post it here...
- shotgunn
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- Mar 1, 2012
- Replies: 42
- Forum: The Lounge
Does your cable make noise when you tap your foot on it?

I'm using a pretty high quality Mogami cable and (with my gate off) I can hear my foot tapping on the cable. I have tried other cables and I get the same thing. Is this the Axe FX II modeling the microphonics of tubes? I read somewhere a while back a guy had microphonic issues with his Axe...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Feb 25, 2012
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
Can anyone recommend a great book of scales in tab format?

I have the Guitar Grimoire and it is excellent. However, I'm looking for something with tabs (easier for my brain) that is equally diverse in the number and types of scales. Thanx!!! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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- Feb 25, 2012
- Replies: 32
- Forum: The Lounge
Fishman dealer group buy?!?

Hey guys, I'm looking to get setup as a dealer with Fishman. They have a $500 opening order. Does anyone want/need anything from Fishman? Find a price online and I'll meet it. I only need some piezo inserts.
- shotgunn
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- Feb 22, 2012
- Replies: 49
- Forum: The Lounge
Tried using search... To no avail... Where is the Axe II FX emulations thread???

Maybe I'm blind. I saw the "Mother of all emulations thread" in the ultra/Standard discussion. I eat through it all and saw mention of an Axe II thread of similar proportions. Can someone help me find it? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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- Feb 22, 2012
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
New Jem77VBK and EBMM JP-6 should I install LR Baggs'/GraphTech piezo's???

Normally I am quick as hell to mod any guitar I get my hands on. What do you guys think? I paid $1277 shipped. I already have the X-Inserts and a Control-X preamp laying around. I thought of even installing just the X-Inserts and using it passively without the preamp and the drilling and...
- shotgunn
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- Feb 21, 2012
- Replies: 7
- Forum: The Lounge
Funny Chuck Norris style Petrucci jokes...

http://dinosaurrockguitar.com/forum/index.php?topic=3096.0;wap2 My fav so far... It took 5 women 2 years to give birth to John Petrucci. LOL!!! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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- Feb 17, 2012
- Replies: 1
- Forum: The Lounge
Just got my tax return...

I picked up some diamond fret files, double sided nut files, 18" fret leveler, and some other fret tool that I cannot recall. Oh yeah, I also picked up a JEM77BK and an EBMM JP6. I'm selling a couple more things to offset the cost. Just wanted to share my latest GAS with everyone. My shop is...
- shotgunn
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- Feb 17, 2012
- Replies: 24
- Forum: The Lounge
PT 10 and Axe FX II... So far so good...

Well, Avid finally decided to honor my free upgrade to PT 10 from PT 9 crossgrade. So far so good. I like to monitor thru PT and with PT 9.0.6 I felt a tiny (but tolerable) bit of latency. Now with PT 10 (buffer setting of 256) I can't feel any latency. While my first recording with PT 10...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Feb 14, 2012
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Thrash IIC+ 5.04b recording...

I am finally happy with the Axe II's IIC+ sounds. This mix favors the guitars for obvious reasons. The drums might be too clicky since I used my tracking headphones that have a dip in the 6k region. for mobile users... IIC+ Test by shotgunn on SoundCloud - Create, record and share your...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Feb 14, 2012
- Replies: 21
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
EBMM JP model or JEM77BK?

Ok guys my GAS is going wild since it is tax time. I have a few more things to sell and a big return coming. I will be able to pay a ton of debt off. I have my eyes on a jem77bk and a JP model. I know the usual stuff like only I know what I want. I'm just looking for opinions from you guys...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Feb 10, 2012
- Replies: 44
- Forum: The Lounge
Talk me off the ledge guys...

I just listed my Ultra on CL. As always before I sell something I plug it in and make sure everything still works right. I just compared the MKIV to the MKIV in the Axe II and the Ultra blows it away. I hate the fact that I even just typed that. I am seriously distraught now. I thought I...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Feb 9, 2012
- Replies: 46
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Widespread panic from 2011...

Never heard of these guys before. I turned on HDNet and saw a dude playing the guitar. I though to myself this guy has GREAT tone... Not 5 seconds later the camera pans across his Axe FX II. Nice.
- shotgunn
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- Feb 3, 2012
- Replies: 6
- Forum: The Lounge
D'addario string users...

Hey guys I just got set up as a D'addario dealer. I'm going to be placing an order for my guitar shop. The trouble is I don't need $150 in strings at the moment (minimum order quantity). If there are any D'addario players out there who would like to place an order I'm pretty sure I can get...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Feb 1, 2012
- Replies: 25
- Forum: The Lounge
Anybody printing form their iPad?

I am trying to get my iPad to print. I have an HP Deskjet 1000 connected to my Airport Express and a Brother MFC-240c connected to my Time Capsule. I have scoured google to no avail. It looks like AirPrint requires a printer connected to a computer. As mentioned above neither of mine are...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Jan 29, 2012
- Replies: 1
- Forum: The Lounge
Forum layout suggestion...

Since there is only one room in the 'off topic' section why not just delete it and have it go straight to the lounge? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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- Jan 27, 2012
- Replies: 3
- Forum: The Lounge
5.0 just kicked my ARSE!!!!

Well, I reluctantly updated out of sheer curiosity. For those who don't know I am upset about the USB source issue. Anyway... I pretty much have only 1 preset I am concerned with on my Axe II. The one I am using for a song I am writing. I use the Euro Über model. Holy hell!!! This is...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Jan 24, 2012
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Reviews
B+ Time Constant

Should I think of the like the Attack parameter on a compressor or is it like the release on a compressor?
- shotgunn
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- Jan 24, 2012
- Replies: 39
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
What is to be gained? USB source NOT selectable??? Bogus!!!

Sorry guys... I'm very disgruntled now about this change to the USB source. Before we could select between Output 1 and Output 2. Now we can't. I emailed FAS to ask them why, they said, 'people complained'. I really am just curious. I cannot even begin to fathom why anyone would NOT want...
- shotgunn
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- Jan 24, 2012
- Replies: 90
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Can someone please confirm something about 5.0 for me?

I was distracted by new iPad last night so I missed the release of 5.0. I read the release notes and I want to ask someone to confirm something for me. The section that mentions the changes made to USB output. Can someone tell me if this means that we are no longer able to select between...
- shotgunn
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- Jan 24, 2012
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
shotgunn bought iPad... Need advice...

Okay. I'm a pretty technical kind of guy. I would like to ask for some advice as to what I can use it for in a musical sense. I bought it mainly for use with a Presonus Studio Live mixing board at my church and my friends band. Any super cool must have apps?
- shotgunn
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- Jan 23, 2012
- Replies: 32
- Forum: The Lounge
Need to address USB issues on Mac w/PT!!!

This is getting ridiculous. I don't know if it is FAS, Avid, or Apple but I am having a HELL of a time recording into PT 9 on my MacBook Pro. Sometimes it works perfectly. Most times it doesn't. I can't even get anything to playback today. I'm getting so pissed. I really think FAS should...
- shotgunn
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- Jan 19, 2012
- Replies: 38
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Is it possible to update my LFP's firmware using the Axe II as a MIDI interface?

I wish to transfer future FW updates of my LFP using my Axe II as the MIDI interface. I use a 7 pin MIDI cable with MIDI in from MIDI out connector enabled on my LFP. It seems like it should be possible, right?
- shotgunn
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- Jan 18, 2012
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Clicking sound recording via USB into PT 9.0.6

I am getting a clicking sound when recording via USB. My level to PT is peaking around -6dB. None of my Axe II levels are even close to clipping. Any ideas? I've been recording via USB since I got my II on 12-02-2011. I've had some hiccups here and there but nothing like this until now...
- shotgunn
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- Jan 17, 2012
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
More PT 9 Axe II issues...

I'm running PT 9.0.6 on my MacBook Pro with 10.6.8. I have a new issue now. Everything pays back in mono all of a sudden. I can bounce my mix in stereo but it all plays back in mono. It only happens with my II as the interface. All is well when I use my built in output as my audio engine...
- shotgunn
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- Jan 16, 2012
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
What is the meaning of your user name here?

I'll go first. (duh!!!) Years ago my friend and I were writing a piece of music and I kept coming up with some killer riffs. He said, "Man, having you in the band is like going into battle with a frickin' shotgun. Everything you come up with just blows people away." My real name is Michael...
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- Jan 14, 2012
- Replies: 125
- Forum: The Lounge
Behold, the power of EQ matched IR...

I rerecorded all of the rhythm guitars and the solos using my Axe FX II and a custom EQ matched IR to get James' heavy as all hell rhythm sound. The master stems that I used had rhythm guitar on the vocal channel during the choruses. So at that point you are hearing me and James' guitars. Also...
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- Jan 11, 2012
- Replies: 156
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Why does this preset sound like clean in parallel with distortion???

Hey guys. I made a dual chain preset for my piezo equipped guitars. I have already confirmed that I am not hearing clean piezo bleed while playing the distorted sounds. It seems more apparent when using any of the drives and the wah. Here is the preset and the custom IR I made for the...
- shotgunn
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- Jan 8, 2012
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Why are my EQ matched IR's so frickin' QUIET?

Anybody know what I could be doing wrong? Here's my work flow. 1. Import song to matched. Find and edit the part I want. 2. Record me playing the same riff through a similar amp with comparable gain. 3. Capture the tone I wish to match. 4. Capture the tone I recorded. 5. Import...
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- Jan 6, 2012
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
First attempt at EQ matching...

Check out this recording. I'll post the IR's later. Custom IR's by shotgunn on SoundCloud - Create, record and share your sounds for free For the record I spent ZERO time creating specific for these sounds. This is the MKIIC+ model straight into custom IR's. I just scrolled through them...
- shotgunn
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- Jan 6, 2012
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Trying to do match EQ IR...

I am nearly complete in my quest to do a match EQ of Metallica's Through the Never. I have followed 'Clark Kent's' video instructions. However, the end result is a wave file. I am trying to import the IR that I have created into my Axe II, but it is not a syx file. How do I convert it to...
- shotgunn
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- Jan 4, 2012
- Replies: 23
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Everyone NEEDS to have this document!!!

I was trying to remember how to make a certain type of cable and did a google search. I can't even remember what we used to do before Google. Oh yeah, I think it was called 'going without' or something like that. Anyway, I found this page to be invaluable for wiring refreshers. I'm always...
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- Jan 4, 2012
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
My custom rack I/O panel...

All I have to do is wire the two XLR males. I forget them from my initial order and had them send me two XLR females. I got my genders all mixed up. Let me know what you think. I am willing to build these to spec for anyone interested. PM me for more details. In case anyone asks... I use...
- shotgunn
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- Jan 3, 2012
- Replies: 19
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
New LFP firmware...

I was trying to setup my IA hold feature to toggle X-Y. I was on the phone with 'InsideOut' we got it working but it would sometimes change bypass states as well. So long story short after a 90 minute phone call with InsideOut I emailed Jeff from FAMC Music. He responded within minutes. He...
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- Jan 1, 2012
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
Pro Tools mix clips Out 1 unless...

I turn the master fader down. I don't think I should have to turn my master fader down. None of my tracks are clipping and I have a limiter on the master fader. I think this is a bug with Pro Tools. I am using PT 9.0.6 on my MacBook Pro Dual 2.8GHz, 1TB HDD, 4GB RAM. Even a single...
- shotgunn
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- Dec 31, 2011
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
How to wire mig rig...

Normally I think of all this stuff on my own. However, my brain has been quite fried lately. I have drawn up four possible wiring schemes for my rig. See below... I have 3 pieces of gear to interconnect in my rack. These must also interface with two other pieces of gear outside of my...
- shotgunn
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- Dec 30, 2011
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
Damn you Cliff!!!

Dude, seriously... How am I EVER supposed to make any progress as a musician?!?!? I'm jamming on the MKIIC+ for some wicked lead sounds. I'm WAAAAAY diggin the new (I know it was updated from 2.0 to 3.0...) wah. I love putting the Min Freq down to like 125Hz. It REALLY grabs onto the high...
- shotgunn
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- Dec 30, 2011
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
LFP to control Pro Tools transport???

Anyone know how to do this w/PT 9.0.6? If I could find out CC #'s of play, stop, record for PT I know how to set my LFP. Any tips? I'm a high gain djent djent meedley meedely meedely type player... Sent from my iPod.
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- Thread
- Dec 30, 2011
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
Looper and LFP weirdness...

So I tried setting up the looper so I can tweak my II and not be playing. I used two IA's and set them to control Rec and Play. I pressed record and started playing. Then as I finished playing the part I pressed play. Nothing happened. I later found out that I had to press the Rec IA twice...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 29, 2011
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
My first attempt at using X-Y... Cool trick I think!!!

So I finally used the X-Y feature for the first time. I used it on the wah block. I always had two ways back before my Ultra changed my life (and now my II). One set for a low fat wah. Low enough to grab on to my low B string. The other was set for a high 'shafty' 'wacka wacka' sound. I...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 29, 2011
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
More Pro Tools reamping woes...

Just when I think I've got it all worked out something STILL isn't right. I just made some new sounds for a tune I'm recording. I sent the dry track into the Axe and I could tell there was less gain then when I created the patch with my guitar. I even noticed the input lights weren't lighting...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 28, 2011
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Anyone know a good MBC RTAS mastering plugin?

I'm looking for a good multiband compressor plugin for Pro Tools. Anybody have one that they like and recommend? I'm a high gain djent djent meedley meedely meedely type player... Sent from my iPod.
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 27, 2011
- Replies: 4
- Forum: The Lounge
I need a headphone amp for recording and live monitoring...

I like Rane and I'm leaning toward the Rane 6 channel. I really only need one channel, but I don't wan to deal with 1/2 or 1/3 rack space units. I know Furman makes one and Art. Does anyone have any experience with the Art or Furman? I'd like to keep it under $150. For the record I'm...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 26, 2011
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
Tapatalk...

I just updated tapatalk and for some reason I can't post to a thread here now. It doesn't show the reply option. I can post a new topic, but can't reply to one that has already been started. Any ideas? I'm a high gain djent djent meedley meedely meedely type player... Sent from my iPod.
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 18, 2011
- Replies: 1
- Forum: The Lounge
Calling all Zeppelin fans...

Hey guys. Can anyone tell me what fuzz Jimmy Page used on Led Zeppelin I. I swear I read somewhere it was called a Tone Bender. If so, is the Bender Fuzz in our II a model of this fuzz? I'm a high gain djent djent meedley meedely meedely type player... Sent from my iPod.
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 16, 2011
- Replies: 36
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
MKIIC+ post tone location...

Why does the volume drop so much when I put the tone stack at the end or post? This did not happen in my Ultra? I'm a high gain djent djent meedley meedely meedely type player... Sent from my iPod.
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 15, 2011
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
3.04 transfer TAKING FOREVER FOREVER FOREVER!!!

Has this happened to anyone here? Mine shipped last week with 3.01. I updated to 3.02, and then 3.03. Both took maybe 90 seconds each. I'm 33% done @ about 3 minutes now.
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 15, 2011
- Replies: 23
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
What has your Axe II replaced?

In edition to replacing my beloved Ultra my Axe FX II has replaced the following gear. All of which I have since sold. MKIIC+ 3 - MKIII's Triaxis 3 Legacy's Quad Preamp RG-100 2:90 20/20 4x12 Recto cab 2 - 1x12 Recto Cabs 2x12 Recto Cab G-Force M-2000 D-Two 2 - GCX switchers 2 - GRX-4's 2 -...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 15, 2011
- Replies: 53
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Dave Mustaine performs live w/ Metallica...

For all you fellow metal heads. This is a pretty decent quality live video. I thought the performance was better than anything I've seen from Metallica in 10+ years. Scroll down a bit to click on the two youtube vid's... Megadeth.com - News
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 14, 2011
- Replies: 7
- Forum: The Lounge
My first Axe-FX II recording...

I am still working out some issues with my II and Pro Tools 9.0.6. The right track was recorded at a slightly lower level than the left. I compensated this in PT as a quick fix. My performance sux and at times the guitar is out of tune. Let me know what you guys think about the guitar tone...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 14, 2011
- Replies: 90
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
My first Axe-FX II recording...

I started jamming with the JCM 800 Mod amp and just fell in love. It started sounding more and more like For the love of God so I just went with it. I don't remember how to play it very well anymore so please don't pick on me. I intentionally held some of the notes longer than their supposed...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 11, 2011
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Need LFP IA to toggle two cabs bypass states...

I use magnetics and piezos in my guitars and would like to have an IA switch to toggle my magnetic cab and piezo cab (bypass state set for mute) with the press of a single IA switch. I am trying to figure it out on my own, but no luck so far. My axe II is set for CC# 39 and 40 for cab 1 and...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 11, 2011
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
shotgunn's never been a big Marshall guy...

but hot DAMN that JCM 800 Mod model sounds AWESOME with modded TS-808 in front. Pheeew!!! I'm a high gain djent djent meedley meedely meedely type player... Sent from my iPod.
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 11, 2011
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Preset w/ Volume block with no sound...

I have a preset with a volume block and every time I select it the volume defaults to zero. I have tried setting it to 100% and saving it, this does not work. What do I do?
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 10, 2011
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Aaaahhhh...

My favorite time of day. The kids are sleeping. My wife is out with her friends, I have a tall ice cold pint (almost a pint...) of Guinness and I'm about to solve some issues with my beloved II and my bastard ass Pro Tools 9 software. I love it... I may even get to record some tracks tonight.
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 9, 2011
- Replies: 4
- Forum: The Lounge
I propose we make an...

Official thread dedicated to each DAW. One for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Sonar, etc... I know we have a bunch of knowledgeable people here. I think this would make this forum an even more informative place than it already is. I am having MAJOR issues with my II and PT 9. I have already...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 9, 2011
- Replies: 22
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Speaker tab in the amp block...

I don't see this mentioned in the manual. Is this something that happened in a firmware upgrade after initial production? Can anyone shed some light on what this tab has to offer? I was very thrown off by the frequency response graph. I'm a high gain djent djent meedley meedely meedely...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 8, 2011
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Pro Tools 9 resampling...

I don't know where to post this so I'll post it here since I need to do this as a result of using my II as my interface. I have a session in PT9 that was @ 44.1kHz. I am now trying to use my II as the interface. Upon setting the II as an aggregate I/O device my session was forced into being...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 8, 2011
- Replies: 19
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Recording level?

I'm using PT 9 on my MacBook Pro 10.6.8. I'm unclear on how I should set my recording level? Do I just use the amp level parameter? Or is there something else I'm missing? Oh yeah, I'm trying to record via USB. Any tips? I'm a high gain djent djent meedley meedely meedely type player...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 7, 2011
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
PT 9 showing Axe II's inputs as N/A..

Hey guys, I just received my II today. FRICKING LOVING IT!!! I use PT 9 as my DAW and cannot record enable any tracks because 'It doesn't have both an active input and output assigned.' What PT setting do I need to adjust? I am using a 17" Unibody MacBook Pro running 10.6.8 1TB HDD, and...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 7, 2011
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
LFP v2.18 in direct mode...

Hey guys!!! I just received my II a couple hours ago. I want to use direct control mode but it keeps showing Err and some numbers. It controls the II fine, but doesn't show the patch name. Any clues guys? I'm a high gain djent djent meedley meedely meedely type player... Sent from my iPod.
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 7, 2011
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
II and LFP phantom power...

Hopefully my II will be here within an hour... My rack is ready to accept it. I need to know if the II's phantom power through 7 pin MIDI cable will power my LFP. IIRC it will not without warranty voiding modifications.
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 7, 2011
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe II RJ45 w/LFP???

I'll be getting my II in just a few more hours. I'm so excited I feel like I'm gonna puke. Does anyone know if the Axe II's RJ45 jack will work with the LFP's rig port? I'm a high gain djent djent meedley meedely meedely type player... Sent from my iPod.
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Dec 7, 2011
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe FX II and PT 9...

I plan to use my II as my interface with PT 9. Is there any II users here that have forsaken their 002's or 003's to use the II as their main interface? I use drum software for my drums, bass (for now is MIDI), if I ever record vocals or acoustic guitar I can bring out my 002. I just want to...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Nov 30, 2011
- Replies: 16
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Opinions please...

Hey guys, I am eagerly and very impatiently awaiting my coupon code for my II. I don't know what FW version it will ship with. If it comes with anything less than 3 should I upgrade immediately? I'm leaning towards yes, simply because I don't have much time to tweak like I used to. I...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Nov 30, 2011
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Heavy metal sound advice...

Hey guys!!! (NOW USING MY AXE II!!!) I've had my Ultra for almost a year and I am finally getting around to doing some recording. I am using Superior Drummer 2.3.0 for my drum sounds. I am VERY pleased with the sound of the guitar. I am a Boogie MKIIC+ and MKIII convert now. I actually...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Nov 29, 2011
- Replies: 44
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
Volume increase when I bypass delay in parallel..

Hey guys, I'm running a delay and reverb in series with each other, but in parallel with my dry sound. When I bypass the delay I get a pretty big volume boost. I have the delay and reverb mix set for 100% and I am adjusting the output to taste. Any tips as to why this volume jump happens...
- shotgunn
- Thread
- Nov 17, 2011
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion