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  1. Rick

    A Question and a thought about DI and silent stage

    That’s pretty much it, really. You need inputs to feed your rack, they need the same “pre-everything” inputs for theirs. Lots of shows with a monitor engineer do a similar thing and I stole the idea there. I’m not big time, and don’t do big shows so I can’t attest to what the top shelf shows...
  2. Rick

    A Question and a thought about DI and silent stage

    I use a similar mixer, the Presonus 32R. It’s got 32 physical inputs and 16 Aux outputs. We have that set up as both our main and monitor board. Presonus apps (UC Surface and Q-Mix) allow control as needed for FOH or monitors, or both. When the house has its own PA and engineer, we have a...
  3. Rick

    A Question and a thought about DI and silent stage

    We solved the issue by having our own rig, which becomes our IEM or wedge rig when we don’t need/run FOH. Splitter snake give them all the feeds to do their job with, and we hear the same thing (on IEMs) or close to the same thing (on wedges) show to show. Silent stages are built-in with that...
  4. Rick

    SOLD FC-12 Mk II NIB

    Thanks, Scott!
  5. Rick

    FM9 Headphones output extremely loud - Ear protection

    I didn’t know this could be done. You could have output 3 copy output 1 and it would send a quieter version on output 3, but you’d need an adapter to get stereo to your phones.
  6. Rick

    FM9 Gig Bag

    As Greg notes below, all of their stuff is good, but the deluxe stuff does add useful and well-designed features. I’ve used them for a long time now and they’re roadworthy. I don’t say “what I use is best, and everything else is trash” but I do give kudos to things that have been worth buying...
  7. Rick

    FM9 Gig Bag

    Studio Slips here, too.
  8. Rick

    IEM gurus, i need help

    Might be. Getting a good seal might be more important than the quality of the IEM (within reason), and can play havoc with EQ of the mix, making some things less audible. If you’ve got that lined out, there shouldn’t be massive differences between signals of similar volume.
  9. Rick

    IEM gurus, i need help

    Throwing a dart in the dark here, but what type IEMs and tips are you and the drummer using? It’s critical, especially with an a-hole insisting on a wailing amp in the room when it’s not necessary. You need to both hear yourself clearly, and block out as much of that jet-engine blast as you...
  10. Rick

    Silent rehearsal studio

    You mention needing “a mixer of some sort.” Assuming you’re rehearsing with the intention of later performing what you’ve rehearsed, I wondered what sort of mixer you had for those plans. Many mixers can facilitate a number of mono or stereo aux mixes, and a simple headphone amp is pretty cheap…...
  11. Rick

    Behringer X32Rack or something else?

    Yes, it’s great either for lots of aux mixes, or the outboard gear. They did a great job across that series.
  12. Rick

    Behringer X32Rack or something else?

    The X32 stuff is proven gear, and you really can’t go wrong with it. Super-solid for gigging, and you can go to the Compact, or even the X32Rack if you’d like to downsize in channels or footprint. There are a zillion options out there for mixers, but not many in nearly the scope of use that...
  13. Rick

    Sennheiser G4 IEM - more gain with AFX3

    I’m leaning this way, considering the vocals sound fine and there’s no indication of overload on the G4. I feed my G4 through a paired (stereo) Aux send for a monitor mix, so I can control my guitar levels in my ears from an app. It works great, but there’s no denying that, for better or worse...
  14. Rick

    SOLD FM9 Turbo, Exc Cond, $1475 shipped PP F&F

    I’ve got two these, and selling my spare one. They’re so dependable that I just don’t need a backup of this level, and will use my TMP as a #2 option. The unit is in great shape, comes in the original box. It's been reset it to factory settings with the most current firmware, set to the OMG9G...
  15. Rick

    Telecaster pickup help

    The SD Jerry Donahue bridge pickup is just what you describe. Matched with SD’s Alnico II Pro pickup in the neck position, it’s a hard combo to beat.
  16. Rick

    Well, wish me luck....

    Good luck! Give us the post-surgery update when you can.
  17. Rick

    Cool Dann Huff interview

    Dann’s a monster player, and seems a good guy too. Been listening to him for years, still listen to the Giant records. Thanks for sharing.
  18. Rick

    My First Axe-Fx Weekend! Can't believe it's finally happening! (formerly 'Ordered today...')

    You’re in for a wild ride! Enjoy.
  19. Rick

    Does the tuner work if I’m just using the FM3 for effects?

    Adding to Leon’s info, if the effects loop of the amp has an on/off function, the FM3 (or anything in the loop) will only work while the loop is on. Sounds obvious, but it’s normally something like that when you find your issue.
  20. Rick

    Weird tuning issue

    Sounds like a bad string to me. The part where it goes both up and down in pitch knocks out a lot of possibilities, at least as far as anything I have experienced. I’d start by replacing the offending string, and if that fixed it I’d replace the rest for good measure. The only time I’ve ever...
  21. Rick

    Anyone still using a tube amp?

    Plenty of amps left. I could put a lot of money in the bank if I sold them, but I like playing them, even if it is far less often than it once was. I like them, and like having them around. They’re not a modeler, they’re the model, and there’s value in hearing the real thing. Besides, they sound...
  22. Rick

    Live equipment list for a 4 piece band - help and advice

    Whatever you’re buying (not renting) should be the best quality and capability you can afford. Think channel inputs, mix outputs, routings, effects needed, etc. There’s nothing worse than committing to a mixer, then later finding yourself needing things it can’t deliver. Hence the “ buy once...
  23. Rick

    Travel Ball insanity and Parents training their Kids to be Pros......

    Agree, @Tremonti We’re expecting our first great-grandchild this year, and for three generations I’ve watched it escalate more every time around. It’s way past beyond reason already, and no end in sight.
  24. Rick

    MAC Studio anyone using one ?

    I replaced my much-loved iMac 27 last year with a Mac Studio M1 Max version. There are faster ones out now, but I’ve been very satisfied with the speed and connectivity. I’m not a super heavyweight user, but do some recording via Presonus Studio One, and it has been flawless in that function. I...
  25. Rick

    ASI Audio IEM Live Issues

    Tagging on to the comments from @Sixstring , I tried the Comply Pro tips on my Westone UM3X IEMs at a gig last week, and they are my faves so far. Anyone wondering whether the tips you use matter, I’ll second Sixstring’s assertion that they can make all the difference in both comfort and...
  26. Rick

    New To Fractal, New To Digital

    Welcome to the forum, digital, and Fractal Audio Systems. They are all pretty awesome!
  27. Rick

    16,000

    You have made your mark on this forum, and made it a better place to hang out, Matt! Onward to 20k!
  28. Rick

    If you had to choose a Tele or a Strat..

    I cheated…. Robin Ranger, but I think Fender makes one too (HST, maybe?). Mine looks like the above. Tele bridge, Strat middle, PAF neck. It’s not everybody’s everything, but it covers a lot of bases. Given strictly your choices, I’d reluctantly say Strat. But I wouldn’t cry if left only...
  29. Rick

    My JCM800 Just Blew Up

    Letting out the magic smoke… you’re a rockstar now!
  30. Rick

    [edit] - bought the kemper bag, was: "still confused about FM9 bags"

    No problems with the Studio Slips bags (FM9 and FC6) here; they’ve been great. Not the cheapest thing going, but well constructed and will last. If I wanted more padding, I’d get a case.
  31. Rick

    Dune: Part Two

    The way they’re re-writing everything to kiss butts these days, don’t be surprised if that doesn’t change, and the first class section is full of every persuasion of people that wouldn’t have been there. Lol. No really, Titanic made it to port; it was all a coverup for insurance fraud. My wife...
  32. Rick

    Anyone else here a Leap Year baby?

    I have a Feb 29th granddaughter… she turned 6 this year, technically. Took her almost a quarter century to do it!
  33. Rick

    Who use always the same IR in every preset?

    Using the same IR across presets is a great way to bring some cohesion to your cadre of patches used throughout the night. I had a sound man whose ears I trust once tell me that each of my individual patches sounded great, but it was near-impossible to make them sound as good when switching...
  34. Rick

    I've broken my Audeze LCD-2😫😫😫. Any alternative?

    I’d check with a dealer like Vintage King and see if they have (or know of) a US based headphone repair facility. I’m sure studios need them refurbished from time to time.
  35. Rick

    Dune: Part Two

    Looking forward to seeing this one.
  36. Rick

    NGD - DGT

    Excellent guitar! Congrats
  37. Rick

    Strap Suggestions for Incoming New Guitar

    Levy’s leather or suede straps are pretty much a lifetime purchase at a reasonable price. I’ve used many other brands, some as good, many not, but none with the combination of quality and price.
  38. Rick

    Where firmware 25 takes us?

    Imagine Leon’s disappointment…
  39. Rick

    ASI Audio IEM Live Issues

    I’m with you on the NUX stuff. I think it’s more fitting it into something that is regularly discounted to well under $200 more than anything else. That makes more sense! I’m about 55 miles out of Houston, so it’s not impossible to find an audiologist, just not convenient. My town is under...
  40. Rick

    ASI Audio IEM Live Issues

    I’ve never heard a completely noiseless IEM, wired or wireless, just varying degrees towards that goal. As you mention, that path is paved in money so the closer to zero noise you get the closer to an empty wallet you also get! Such is life… quality costs money. The G4 system was over $1k; an...
  41. Rick

    Lab Series L5

    That was my among my first gigging amps. I honestly don’t recall exactly how it sounded, but I liked it at the time!
  42. Rick

    My reaction after taking a break

    This ^^ I’ll never understand why, when a person has a sound they really like, they ignore that and keep chasing making something else sound as good. It’s no slam to Fractal Products; some of the best players in the world (and a lot of us regular guys) get stellar tones from the FM pedals, so...
  43. Rick

    Playing in hot weather?

    Yes, just a towel wiping down your hands and the neck can help a lot. I use something by GHS called Fast Fret that works well, and doesn’t get everywhere. It’s neat & is a solid applicator so it just gives relief from the string funkiness without turning into a greasy mess. The sprays get all...
  44. Rick

    Impending transmission failure maybe

    At 10 years old, it wouldn’t hurt to change the fluid, which would make certain it’s full. Even if you take it in for an engine oil change, they should check the other fluids as part of the service. It’s a win-win, other than the cost of an oil change these days, as fresh lubricants are always...
  45. Rick

    Custom guitar?

    It’s a reverse-Keef… or maybe that sixth string is headed for Mexico!
  46. Rick

    FC-6 Sidecar: Total Success

    Oh yeah… I’m watching this. Someone have an FC12 they’re not using?
  47. Rick

    FC-6 Sidecar: Total Success

    I thought about building a pedalboard where they were stacked, FM9 on top, FC12 on bottom, overlapped to the point where the buttons were accessible but covering the screen (not really needed) but never found a used FC12 cheap enough to put it to the test. I figured it would be the same depth as...
  48. Rick

    FC-6 Sidecar: Total Success

    I use mine just like that… FC6 on Scenes, FM9 on effects. It’s perfect, and you can move/angle it to whatever is comfortable and easy to reach while singing, etc. Having come from a Axe Fx/MMGT 22 setup, just the FM9 worked, but the extra six switches made it sooooo much better; like the...
  49. Rick

    Gibson's $1,000 humbuckers

    I don't know if the first batch was the 1000, or if they were being made in groups of 100, 200, etc. I've seen it done both ways. I can't really speak for them, as I don't know. Something to consider and research, if you found yourself in the buying mood.
  50. Rick

    Anyone with feedback issues on their Axe FX READ THIS

    No particular issue with the OP's basic premise. I agree that, if you get a defective unit, you should return it, no matter where it was purchased. Even if it came from Fractal, which his initial one did not. No one would want more than FAS to make sure their units represent the full capability...
  51. Rick

    G3’s opinion on amp modeling

    It's interesting to discuss, but there is as much mental as physical about it... and that's not to deny there is something physical. But I do have to wonder, if someone tone matched an artist's setup, then diverted his signal unbeknownst to him, would he notice? Right away? Eventually? Ever? A...
  52. Rick

    ASI Audio IEM Live Issues

    It drove the other guitar player to return them after one rehearsal. After doing more reading, it’s a common complaint that many don’t find obnoxious enough to go past that price point. I can understand that. I’m less of a “make do with” person, for better or worse, and normally adhere to the...
  53. Rick

    EVM 12S?

    It’s a great speaker cab, so it’s hard to go wrong either way.
  54. Rick

    EVM 12S?

    I used a pair of them in Thiele cabs, and it was killer. Authoritative and clear… really lets you hear the amp and guitar. As Yek mentions, it’s a “truthful” speaker, as is the 12L. It likes taking advantage of its strength, and doesn’t wither at volume. I look forward to hearing your...
  55. Rick

    ASI Audio IEM Live Issues

    This is definitely a factor worthy of consideration. We tested the Nux 5.8 IEM system after having decent luck with their little guitar wireless sets, but the sound quality was not up to par. At $199, it’s unfair to compare it to $800-1500 systems, but being as that was the option I can only...
  56. Rick

    EVM 12S?

    The 12S is a wonderful speaker, I used them for years with Mesa and Soldano rack rigs. It’s basically a 12L with a slightly shorter cone to focus the tone more to guitar-specific frequencies. EV intended it to be the main guitar speaker, but the market at the time had already latched on to the...
  57. Rick

    ASI Audio IEM Live Issues

    We’re making the move to IEMs and after watching Scott Uhl’s review of them I thought they might be the perfect solution. They are pricey, and it seemed all early reviews focused on the novelty of being able to hear ambient noises as opposed to the quality of the mix tones. People hear things...
  58. Rick

    Clean Amp for Les Paul, No Fender

    A Les Paul doesn’t sound like a Fender just because you plug it into a Fender amp. But if you’ve got a brand aversion thing, or don’t like what you’re getting there, generally a more powerful amp will let you get a louder clean tone without distorting. The Hi-Watt model, the SLO, even the 50/100...
  59. Rick

    FM9 MKII Turbo manual

    From @Admin M@ ’s post, it’s the same other than the larger mini-screens. https://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/announcing-the-fm9-mark-ii-turbo.201653/post-2519888
  60. Rick

    FM3 to FM9 Transition

    Clear 1/2 an FM3 space on each side, drop in FM9, done. Like getting out of a smaller car into a bigger one with a bigger motor. Still drive the same, just more zoom-zoom.
  61. Rick

    Toby Keith

    I surely hated to see him go. We’ve played many of his tunes over the years, and enjoyed his wit, humor, and patriotism. RIP Cowboy
  62. Rick

    Help with my first Reverb purchase (it's a PRS)

    A couple of red flags there for me as a regular PRS player. 1. You can’t order case candy from PRS. There are lots of fake PRS guitars out there, and selling documentation would just make faking it easy. The lack of a case and candy doesn’t prove or disprove anything, but if I lost a case...
  63. Rick

    Get FC-6 for FM3 or just buy FM9?

    This was my thought too (and is also what I use). In your scenario, you could still keep the FC6 on your desktop where it’s handy and have the switches and capability of the FM9 on the floor. I 8se them both on the floor, but if I wanted some handy switches up top, the 6 does that. Might as...
  64. Rick

    Considering selling my unit, looking for opinions

    From what I’m reading, you found a sound in Amplitube that did it for you. You can’t find that sound in your Fractal Audio product. Play the Amplitube. It’s about making music, not choosing sides. Whether you decide to sell what isn’t your primary gear of the moment is up to you and your...
  65. Rick

    Gibson's $1,000 humbuckers

    They’re selling… the first batch sold out. Second batch is in now. I’m not buying, but apparently they’re not having a problem finding takers. With the prices some vintage pickups are pulling, you knew they’d find a way to get dealt in on this game.
  66. Rick

    Hi im back

    Welcome back, @joelnorthridge Glad you’re still here, @IronSean
  67. Rick

    FM9 Turbo mkII w/ larger screens coming??

    I’m glad for those who’ve been looking for this and haven’t found it yet. ;)
  68. Rick

    FM9 My first official recording on the FM9 Turbo -- U2 Pride.

    Sounds nice! You ought to get one of those guitar-less tracks of that over at Karaoke Version and youd really be jamming!
  69. Rick

    Tim Pierce interviewed by Mary Spender

    Caught that on her channel, I like her stuff. Excellent interview, and Tim seems to be such an open and accommodating guy. She ought to get him to guest on her next cd.
  70. Rick

    Wah Wah!!! Do you use Wah or Expression pedal?

    Expression pedal here as well, the wahs can all be set to hit that sweet vocal spot right where you want it on the pedal. But if your setup is working for you, it’s working! Don’t sweat it.
  71. Rick

    If you think you’re a newbie hack…

    Life’s about learning. You got out there, so hat’s off to you! Even after hundreds and hundreds of gigs, I still get a little nervous before going on. I guess I’ll quit when that doesn’t happen anymore! You played live, with a band. That’s a win!
  72. Rick

    What non tube amp do you still love, own or lust over?

    Two from the past: a Lab Series L5 2x12 combo was my first gigging amp, and I thought it sounded great back then. Also, our bass player got a huge, round, and punchy tone using his Fender basses (Precision and Jazz) into an Acoustic 370 amp and 2x15 cab. Two good ones there.
  73. Rick

    It's truly in the hands (Nuno content)

    He was digging the setup by Rick’s guitar guy. Good advertisement for him! Nuno is a beast of a player.
  74. Rick

    Airport etiquette when meeting people coming in on a flight?

    Be yourself, that’s who she married. But I’d think a hug and comment about missing her or welcoming her home would be both appreciated and certainly within “airport etiquette“ standards. She’s not simply a business associate, after all. After a long flight, she’ll just be glad you didn’t...
  75. Rick

    Fender FR-12 preamp mod : The Hissterectomy

    I need to get on your list, this thread alone has been educational enough to support the effort!
  76. Rick

    Fender FR-12 preamp mod : The Hissterectomy

    The FR-12 has all but disappeared from the market. Even on Fenders site… sold out/unavailable. Doing a fix for re-release?
  77. Rick

    FM9 Firmware Version 6.00 public beta (1)

    That’s a huge update. Great work Matt B! :p
  78. Rick

    What’s your Main Gee-tar!!! And why….

    I have not, as none of my other PRSs have the 57/08 in them. The performance of these has sure made me want to test it. I’ve been told by some reliable players that a 59/09 in the bridge and a 57/08 in the neck is hard to beat. The narrowfields, to me, have the best of humbuckers, single...
  79. Rick

    What’s your Main Gee-tar!!! And why….

    I had a late 80s Robin Ranger that is definitely on the list of wish-I-hadn’t-sold-it guitars. Excellent guitars!
  80. Rick

    What’s your Main Gee-tar!!! And why….

    I ve been using two PRS Hollowbody Spruce guitars, which are wonderful instruments. I’m doing something more classic rock, country, Tom Petty-ish stuff in my current gig and wanted something a little brighter in tone, but not quite single coil. I tried my white NF3 in this role, and it fit like...
  81. Rick

    AFIII In Christ Alone

    That’s awesome all the way around. I’d love to hear an extended version. Great job!
  82. Rick

    Where do you draw the line!

    It’s cool to make things suit you when you can, we don’t get that option all the time. I say start with the tuners… I’m you can get ones you can mount with no mods so it can always be undone if you get excommunicated from the LP brotherhood. Cases are a bit more costly. Might have to just...
  83. Rick

    Where do you draw the line!

    You do you, bro. No one else paying the bills, right?
  84. Rick

    New Gibson…err…Mesa Amps

    I saw this video that, though a bit lengthy, shows the amps in a better light. I’ll never know why amp companies use somewhat oddball or off-the-beaten-path playing examples to sell something to the masses. I won’t give an opinion, so you can form your own.
  85. Rick

    59 Bassman Question

    The primary one is vintage, but there is a reissue jumped model. See list here: https://wiki.fractalaudio.com/wiki/index.php?title=Amplifier_models_list
  86. Rick

    Two Rock buys Divided by 13

    At least it wasn’t bought by Gibson. :p Still makes me sad to think of the Mesa Giboogies now. Fred seems to have a lot of faith in them. I hope it works for all involved, including current owners.
  87. Rick

    New Gibson…err…Mesa Amps

    That ought to sell a lot of modelers.
  88. Rick

    How many of you prefer to talk at your gigs (eg In between songs)? How many of you play straight through?

    Engaging with the audience is part of selling the show. No one wants to hear long tirades or political BS. But some spirited banter, a little back and forth with each other and the audience here and there, gives the audience a chance to participate and feel like you’re digging being there with...
  89. Rick

    Small indoor heater with a thermostat that actually works

    If your heater is providing enough heat, but not enough control of on/off temp, it may be more beneficial to consider controlling the heater power than replacing the heater itself. Take a look here...
  90. Rick

    Fender Tone Master FR-12 Disappointment

    It's hard to diagnose something like that, except to say what works on one monitoring system sometimes doesn't work on another. This does not, of course, preclude the possibility of a bad component in your cabinet. I do know that volume with these cabs has not been a problem from the persons I...
  91. Rick

    FM9 - My First 60 Days

    Kudos to @GlennO , @Cooper Carter , @2112 , and everyone else who helps here on the forum. It's genuinely a tangible benefit of going Fractal. I enjoyed your review @Lonely Rocker !
  92. Rick

    Atomic CLR Neo speaker

    I believe it is a proprietary driver. The web site shows: Drivers: (1x) Custom 250w 1×12″, (1x) 90w 1″ HF Compression Drive, Neodymium magnet
  93. Rick

    Contact Fractal for your Custom Title

    You guys are upper level… recognition at last! “and the girl mentioned a check…”
  94. Rick

    Atomic CLR's on sale 899 https://atomicamps.com/

    Yeah, I hate that such a good sounding product is so poorly supported. I did buy a new one some time back, when things were looking like a turnaround was happening for them. They’re right there with RCF as the best sounding speakers I’ve heard. The EV many here are using looks good, as do the...
  95. Rick

    Any idea the value of this pot?

    Carvin used to use see really good pots, then went to some small funky ones in the cheaper guitars, then went to the Bourns pots which are supposed to be very good. A friend recently redid the electronics in a Carvin he had and said changing the pickups and pots made a new guitar out of it. I...
  96. Rick

    Copy a very old cassette tape to digital

    I’m glad to hear it came out as you’d hoped, I know you had a bit of anxiety about it going in. It is definitely cool to time travel like that. :)
  97. Rick

    New FM9 Turbo day!

    Welcome back to the Fractalverse! The FM9T is an outstanding unit. I’ve not compared it to all of the competition, but every time I have done a comparison the FM9T simply has so many capabilities the others don’t. I’ve got a Fender Tonemaster Pro in house right now and, while it’s a great unit...
  98. Rick

    Can't FM9 use dual switches?

    That’s something I didn’t know… I use an FC6 live with my FM9T. Good to know!
  99. Rick

    Can't FM9 use dual switches?

    Possible workaround is to use a splitter, such as an insert cable. I haven’t done it but in my thoughts it seems it’d work. Insert cable on Amazon
  100. Rick

    When's the last time you broke a string during a gig?

    About 8 years ago. I still have a second guitar on stage, and swap between them during the night. It gives the audience something different to look at, and provides a backup. I also haven’t blown a fuse in longer than that, or had a bad cable in as long. I still carry spares of those...
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