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  1. axme

    Loving Hook

    Really loving the Hook model boosted with a shimmer drive direct to FOH. Telecaster cuts like a knife for modern country. Full bodied that’s not harsh or thin. Give it a try
  2. axme

    CPU Economy Question

    Solved. Thanks for all the tips. Reverbs were the main CPU hogs. IR’s at hi res we’re also a problem. My main patches are running in the low 70% CPU load now and don’t really sound any different.
  3. axme

    CPU Economy Question

    As always, this community is a wealth of knowledge. Thanks for pointing out the Wiki Yek.
  4. axme

    CPU Economy Question

    That makes sense. So basically when a preset loads, all the blocks are loaded. So it really doesn’t make sense to have multiple scenes to bring effects in and out and switching presets is more economical.
  5. axme

    CPU Economy Question

    I recently switched from AXE2 to FM3 so CPU load management is new to me. Several of my favorite presets are running around 80% CPU usage which could be the reason behind increased latency switching presets and scenes. I believe I’ve been frugal choosing reverbs delays and IR’s. 1. Do unused...
  6. axme

    First Fractal! What should I know going in?

    Welcome. You’re going to love your FM3. Here’s a few lessons learned (some the hard way): 1. Never upgrade firmware the day of a show. 2. Always make a backup with Fractalbot before making any changes to the patches you use at shows. 3. Walk away after you’ve been dialing in sounds for a while...
  7. axme

    Some FM3 Love

    After struggling to let go of my old workhorse Axe 2, I finally found the magic in this little box and the FC-6 (OMG9). The modeling on the FM3 is so much better. I run direct to FOH and use IEMs - it’s like a slice of heaven! Several people approached me after shows this weekend and said my...
  8. axme

    Blank screen and no sound - again..

    Unfortunately, this is the only thread I could find that describes the issue I experienced. It seems there was never a solid resolution or fix
  9. axme

    Blank screen and no sound - again..

    This happened to me a few weeks ago in the middle of a gig. Suddenly no sound and blank screen. My AxeFX 2 and MFC has been a work horse for years with never a problem. I wired a pass-thru ethercon adapter to my pedal board and back of my rack and had a ruggedized cable made that gets stepped on...
  10. axme

    Jar of Bees Remedy

    Did you add a PEQ block after the cab or somehow found a way to EQ the cab directly?
  11. axme

    Scenes, Channel question

    Thanks for the clarification. Wow this thing is powerful!
  12. axme

    Scenes, Channel question

    New to channels and scratching my head. Scenario: Preset 1 Scene 1 Amp Block Channel 1 TX Lead Preset 1 Scene 2 Amp Block Channel 2 TX Lead Channel 2 Amp Block in scene 2 can have different parameters than scene 1 because it’s a different channel correct? And it won’t affect any other...
  13. axme

    Jar of Bees Remedy

    Wiped the FM3 as and reloaded factory presets as suggested. I’m going to reload a few of the presets to see if the bees are gone. The factory presets sound pretty good.
  14. axme

    Jar of Bees Remedy

    When I bought the unit I had to quickly find some patches that would work. Honestly I’m not sure if the prior owner had tweaked them or not. I downloaded a couple of user patches from the preset exchange forum and they were fizzy also which leads me to believe it’s a system issue on my end...
  15. axme

    Jar of Bees Remedy

    When I bought the unit I had to quickly find some patches that would work. Honestly I’m not sure if the prior owner had tweaked them or not. I downloaded a couple of user patches from the preset exchange forum and they were fizzy also which leads me to believe it’s a system issue on my end...
  16. axme

    Jar of Bees Remedy

    Wow. That sounds easier than I expected.
  17. axme

    Jar of Bees Remedy

    Also, I'm using a Tele which is definitely brighter than my LP but even the LP sounds fizzy.
  18. axme

    Jar of Bees Remedy

    I can export a preset and backup probably tomorrow. Will resetting system wipeout OMG9 layout? I’m still trying to understand how this works. Maybe it’s a no brainer to do a reset I’m just hesitant before gigs.
  19. axme

    Jar of Bees Remedy

    Bought used Amp and cab modeling is enabled Factory presets and custom are all fizzy Latest firmware 5.01 Reset is probably a good idea. Afraid to do this today or tomorrow before gigs. I tried cutting output 1 global eq 2k and 4K which helped a little
  20. axme

    Jar of Bees Remedy

    Cab blocks in every patch
  21. axme

    Jar of Bees Remedy

    Playing stereo direct to FOH and using in ears for monitor.
  22. axme

    Jar of Bees Remedy

    Long time AxeFX 2 user just bought OMG9 rig and every patch has a high end electronic fizzy sound. Sounds like a jar of bees. My Axe 2 doesn’t sound this way. I thought I saw a thread about a remedy for this and can’t find it. Can anyone point me to a remedy? Thanks
  23. axme

    Free Preset Pack - FW 5

    Thanks! That did the trick.
  24. axme

    Free Preset Pack - FW 5

    Thanks Leon, Question from a new FM3 user, Why cant I get FM3 to recognize or load any of these files after unzip? Says bad checksum. I tried renaming one with .sys extension and that didn't work. I'm using Preset manager like I've done with AxeFX in the past. What am I missing? thanks
  25. axme

    AxeFX II - Intermittent Screen Freeze and No Sound

    Thanks. I opened it up and reseated the display connectors. I didn’t see anything out if the ordinary. I paid close attention to the USB connector which I read was prone to coming loose. I’ve been using the Axe since the Ultra days and it’s been a workhorse. I sure hope I can find the issue...
  26. axme

    AxeFX II - Intermittent Screen Freeze and No Sound

    After searching the archives I found nothing that addresses what I believe is a bug in my AxeFX 2. In the middle of a gig Friday night, with no warning, all sound stopped and the screen went to blank yellow with no text. It stopped communicating with my MFC and was unresponsive. I turned it...
  27. axme

    Faslink, Ethernet or Ethercon ?

    With all the new CAT5 driven technology finding its way to live music, several manufacturers have addressed the durability issue surrounding traditional CAT5 network cables. Duracat, Gepco and Eurocable manufacture a "road worthy" type of cable commonly referred to as "tactical Cat5 cable"...
  28. axme

    ~500$ in-ear recommendation

    AlienEars I've owned 2 pairs and they are amazing and cheap.
  29. axme

    How to tell what FW version a preset was created on?

    Interesting thread. Instead of answering the OP's question, a bunch of people ask him why he's asking the question....
  30. axme

    Fremen presets - V 10.02

    Don't forget, Fremen welcomes voluntary contributions....... You can Paypal him at karinedr_1@hotmail.com
  31. axme

    Fremen presets - V 10.02

    This has become my most visited thread on the Fractal forum. Haven't found better presets than what Fremen creates. AC30 CLN/crunch has become my go-to patch for allot of what we do. I also like the TDR Cornford for high gain. Fremen, I didn't see the TDR Cornford in the Facebook lists - did...
  32. axme

    Fremen presets - V 10.02

    Fremen, glad your back...!
  33. axme

    Question: Live recorded tracks

    Interesting. Can a keyboard sequencer play back audio tracks?
  34. axme

    Question: Live recorded tracks

    I'm looking for some ideas how to pre-record guitar tracks and play them back live. I play in a 10 piece cover band and I'm the only guitar. Some of our tunes could use an extra guitar. Here are the constraints: - I play stereo direct to FOH. No amps on stage - We have an extra channel on...
  35. axme

    Tuner isn't helping to tune at all.

    For some reason the MFC is much less responsive than my Axe and I don't really trust it. I always go to the Axe - it's faster
  36. axme

    Is the Suhr OD-100 in the axe?

    The cleans on my OD-100 were stellar and John is a real stand-up guy. He custom voiced it for me and it was of the best clean amps I've ever owned
  37. axme

    Fremen - Where Art Thou?

    Fremen, You've created some of the thickest meatiest presests I've ever heard. Any plans for 11.03 updates?
  38. axme

    11.03 + 3.01 + 168 = Total Product Satisfaction

    I'm especially happy to see that AE 3.0 has put an end to the "front panel wars" in the AE forum. Some day we'll all look back and laugh at how passionate people were about their preferred method of editing their AxeFX and the fighting that took place. We can tell our grandkids how we walked...
  39. axme

    11.03 + 3.01 + 168 = Total Product Satisfaction

    Hats off to Cliff and the AE development team for holding true to the vision and promise of a stable working editor. I installed the 168 driver and it works flawlessly every time! I love the save to different preset feature and the tuner is a nice little added bonus. Thanks..!
  40. axme

    Frusted, confused and upset (Axe-Edit problems)

    Are you recalling the preset through AE or the Axe FX? Shut down AE and recall the preset from the front panel and see if the preset sounds right. When you save from AE, it saves directly to the Axe
  41. axme

    Tips for direct out sound, in ear monitors...

    I agree about the importance of the molds. My first pair were done by an audiologist for $80.00 and they never sealed perfectly. I used a bite block because I sing and they told me that my jaw needed to be slightly open for comfort.....wrong. My next pair I did myself with the mold kit from...
  42. axme

    Axe FX freezes after updating firmware

    sounds spooky. I think I'll wait to update until this is sorted out
  43. axme

    Tips for direct out sound, in ear monitors...

    Cover'd, I used several different kinds of IEM's until I finally made the investment and went with custom molds. The difference was night and day! Best investment I ever made. Whats the use of spending all this money on gear if you cant hear it like it was meant to be heard. Check our Alien...
  44. axme

    Tips for direct out sound, in ear monitors...

    Three essentials for me: 1. Good custom IEMs (don't skimp) Alien Ears are reasonable 2. Aviom for monitor mix 3. Direct to FOH (no amps on stage) Its like my own private Idaho
  45. axme

    Which Amp model to use for sparkly cleans ?

    check out Fremen's JC-120 preset
  46. axme

    Best Practices: Preset Ordering

    I am set up for live use - bank size 10 - first row are cleans with 4 scenes each, the last adding crunch - second row are leads and various high gain patches - bank 2 has oddball patches that are rareley used I also use the global preset to quickly jump to my favorite lead patch. I probably...
  47. axme

    Output leveling for presets

    Do it live with the band. If you have an MFC-101 you can use the Vol Inc/ Vol Dec trick to adjust volume on the fly and the best part is that it will save the patch at the volume you select.
  48. axme

    Vol Inc/Dec & Scenes

    Excellent. thanks
  49. axme

    Vol Inc/Dec & Scenes

    Ive recently discovered Vol Inc / Dec to adjust volume on the fly playing live. Maybe someone can answer this question: If multiple scenes within the same preset use the same amp and I use Vol Inc/Dec in one scene, will the amp volume in other scenes using that amp change also? Would the same...
  50. axme

    Fremen presets - V 10.02

    Wow...amazing video! Question: what is your live set-up? FRFR direct, cab, ??? thanks.
  51. axme

    Favorite Classic Rock Axe tone

    Love the Exploded Bassman with a Zendrive in front. Also Backline is amazing in Stereo
  52. axme

    Best Wah pedal for Axe...

    I too experienced the issue of the Mission pedal loosening and plan to replace it with the Boss. Fortunately, I can still tighten mine. Its quite frustrating that the pedal "falls" while I'm playing and auto-engages the wah.
  53. axme

    updating to v10 presets Q

    1. back up your old presets to the flash ROM in the axe, load the factory presets using axe manage and replace the factory ones you dont want with yours stored in flash 2. Using axe manage, move your old presets to bank A in the axe. Load the factory presets you want into bank B & C. Now you...
  54. axme

    Why The World Needs Mark Day

    Mark's Big Hair Solo patch is still my favorite High Gain patch.
  55. axme

    Building presets - Best way to get uniform output levels?

    Every room is different and EQ plays a big role in how "loud" the guitar is perceived by both the crowd and the player. SPL meters are great but I trust my ears. Using the Vol In / Vol Dec should proide a way to get close and hopefully rid me of the paranoid volume pedal routine when I change...
  56. axme

    Building presets - Best way to get uniform output levels?

    Got it......thanks!
  57. axme

    Building presets - Best way to get uniform output levels?

    My jaw hit the floor when I saw this too. If this works, its the solution to my biggest problem. I tried to get it working on my MFC but I'm a complete midiot. - On my MFC I want to assign IA Switch #9 to Vol Inc and #10 to Vol Dec. - According to the IO menu in my AxeFX, Vol Inc is CTRL...
  58. axme

    V10 - Better than Sex

    ...well almost. Having not upgraded since V6, I must say unequivocally, HOLLY SHITBALLS! - Amps have girth and depth right out of the box - Factory presets are amazing - Scenes are very intuitive and the missing link for live players - AE is a little buggy but it works - The cab mixes...
  59. axme

    MFC-101 New Firmware Version 2.15

    the file is corrupt. here is the file http://forum.fractalaudio.com/mfc-discussion/67113-cant-extract-mfc101-2p15-syx.html
  60. axme

    Anyone Use Fractal-Bot to Update to 2.15 yet?

    Thanks Scott, Followed instructions to the tee and no go. No worries, my MFC has always given me fits updating firmware. Troubleshooting will have to wait until later this week.....heading off on vacation with the family.
  61. axme

    Anyone Use Fractal-Bot to Update to 2.15 yet?

    tried it over 20 times at various buffer speeds and no joy. looks like its back to the midi-sport for me
  62. axme

    Anyone Use Fractal-Bot to Update to 2.15 yet?

    Used it to upgrade to V10 on the Axe.....SWEET! ........any instructions for MFC-101 would be helpful. Thanks
  63. axme

    Can't Extract mfc101-2p15.syx

    Thanks....!
  64. axme

    Can't Extract mfc101-2p15.syx

    Can someone post mfc101-2p15.syx? For some reason WinZip gives me the following error when tryting to extract. ......Warning: skipping "mfc101-2p15.syx". The general purpose flags stored in the local header for this file are not the same as the general purpose flags stored in the central...
  65. axme

    AXE-FX2, IEM, and feedback (The good kind..) How do you get it?

    My band is all IEM using Avioms for over 3 years now. Excellent control with no amps on stage. For me, the benefit of complete studio-like control in stereo outweighs the occasional singing feedback. I use several patches that can emulate sustain but not the endless kind.
  66. axme

    A Highly Respectful, Non-Rocking the Boat Question About Axe-Edit

    I'm a gigging musician and have just enough front panel skills to make do in a pinch at a gig. For writing and organizing presets, the front panel is simply not an option for me. I'm still on V7 and have a working version of AE. Frankly, V7 is quite amazing and suits my gigging needs pretty...
  67. axme

    Firmware Update Failure consistently at 82% complete

    I haven't done the latest update but I had the same problem last time. After over 20 tries getting to about 70% I learned that the buffer delay parameter in Midi Ox was was the problem not size. Try adjusting it up or down.
  68. axme

    Who uses and likes BOSS FV-500 for wah expression?

    +1 to everything said. Best expression pedal I've used.
  69. axme

    Firmware compatibility with MFC-101

    Is the new MFC-101 firmware V2.15 compatible with AF V6.0 firmware? I don't want to upgrade to 9.0 until new Axe Edit is released but would like to get a jump on MFC given the difficulty I had last time.
  70. axme

    MFC Firmware Rollback

    Is the new MFC-101 firmware V2.15 compatible with V6.0 AF firmware? I don't want to upgrade AF to 9.0 until new Axe Edit is released but would like to get a jump on MFC given the difficulty I had last time.
  71. axme

    Why haven't you upgraded to 9.0? (Poll)

    Inquiring minds want to know....
  72. axme

    Help: save my tone through in-ears

    Quality IEMs are a necessity. I use Alien Ears custom molded triple drivers. These IEMs absolutely kill and only set me back $350. My band uses a Presonus digital mixer too but we send our monitors out through the Aviom system. True stereo and 16 channels of total control.....bliss with no amps...
  73. axme

    because I'm a fanboi...

    ....or that
  74. axme

    Axe-Fest Live Report

    Wish I were there instead of this lame wedding gig in newport
  75. axme

    IEM

    Another Alien Ears user here. I had the double bass drivers and recently Switched to the full range triple drivers with removable cord. I like the full range a little better. Can't beat the price!
  76. axme

    is axe edit working now with v7...???

    I'm in no hurry and will wait until Axe Edit is fixed before upgrading.
  77. axme

    Gone Baby...Gone!

    Shaking in his boots departing with the last pedal
  78. axme

    Gone Baby...Gone!

    I should have sold you my Zen. Best drive I've ever encountered. Love to see a Zen model.........pure enlightenment.....
  79. axme

    It's Not a Tubes Only World Here ~ What Tube Amp Did You Keep??

    All the vintage Fenders will never go. I also keep a Vox AC15 in the stable just in case the Axe needs repair. I've purged most of my pedals though......
  80. axme

    Regarding expression pedals

    Hard to beleive but I had a modified EB fail on me at a gig. The string broke that controls the pot inside. Needless to say, it was toast. I now use a Mission SP 1 and a Boss FV. I actually like the Boss better and both use mechanical linkages instead of string.
  81. axme

    emergency...at.gig.and.axe.ii has no output

    What an amazing forum! Its good to know there are folks like you that are willing to help this guy out in a crisis.
  82. axme

    AxeFx2 to FOH and In Ears.....anyone using this setup? Newbie here

    Why not just pick up your monitor via aux send from the board? I haven't used an amp on stage since I got my axe....don't think I could ever go back
  83. axme

    Basic MIDI and Controllers

    Clarky, thanks for taking the time to write this informative post. I appreciate the examples of real world application. There's allot more I could be doing with this box. This should be in the Wiki for midiots like me...!
  84. axme

    EPIC FAIL: I accidentally put the USB cable on the MFC plug, Axe II burning smell

    You'd think there wold be some kind of "Murphy proof" jack that would make it impossible to do this. I'll bet someone has figured this out.
  85. axme

    My verdict on 6.01...

    Loaded 6.01 and I'm a happy camper again. I just wasn't bonding with 6.0 and couldn't seem to dial out the harshness. Still too spooked to go back to global blocks though. I got burned before with them in previous FW.
  86. axme

    Sometimes when I need a lift ......Luke

    YouTube - TOTO "King Of The World" Paris, 2007 [HQ Audio] Amazing concert. Search YouTube for toto live paris 2007 for more......
  87. axme

    Loud pop when switching pathes

    I think it's a bug carried over from an older firmware I finally solved it by rewriting the offending patches from scratch and I mean totally from scratch. It's a PITA but if you toggle back and forth in AE you can replicate the patch. I started with a blank patch then added amp, cab, effects...
  88. axme

    No USB cable/need help clearing banks

    Go to Radio Shack and drop $1.49 on a USB cable. Good investment!
  89. axme

    6.0 vs 5.07

    Thanks Scott....I haven't tried that one yet. Here is a collection of Fizz Reduction suggestions I've amassed... Turn down PWR AMP HICUT (Advanced tab in the Amp block). Turn down Triode Hardness Place a para EQ after the amp block. Go to F4 or F5. Select peaking type. Turn Q up to...
  90. axme

    6.0 vs 5.07

    I've been relatively quiet on this subject since the release of 6.0 but I agree with the issues mentioned in numerous threads. 6.0 is simply harder to use and most of the amps, especially higher gain, are quite difficult to dial in for live use. The Tone Match functionality is very cool...
  91. axme

    X/Y Switching

    The possibilities are limitless but like many others, I use it solely for amp X/Y to add a little hair when needed. I name the pre-set like this so I can see them in my MFC and remember which ones have X/Y and which ones don't. Example: AC30 | AC30TB
  92. axme

    Creating Presets (Low Volume Vs High Volume)

    Would these be the bands in the PEQ? e.g. band 1 = 150hz, -12.8db. What about band 5?
  93. axme

    Tone match info not saving

    I dont seem to get this either. It seems the only way I can get it to save is to save directly from the Axe.
  94. axme

    Money for nothin and your chicks........?

    I'm surprised no one has attempted to match this classic Knopfler tone. I read somewhere that Knopfler called the reverend Billy G and asked him how to get the sound. Who's gonna be the first to nail it?
  95. axme

    Cannot get MFC 101 to update for the life of me.

    Last time updating to 1.04 took me over 20 tries and I was dreading this update. This time it worked first time! Woo hoo - Win XP - Midi Sport 2x2 - 5 pin midi cable - MFC wall wart power - Midi-ox V7.0.2.372 - Buffer size 90, num 16, delay after F7 checked, delay between buffer 30
  96. axme

    Another FW 6.0 Tonematching Preview

    Sounds like 6.0 is a total game changer. The limelight clip was stellar!
  97. axme

    Anybody using any completely stock patches live?

    I use backline quite often. I've also used rack mount preamps.
  98. axme

    Pop and delay spillover... when spillover is off - switching patches

    This is very interesting. Are you saying you had the same problem and making blocks the same so the signal chain is consistent solved the problem? I too see no problem making all my patches the same. In fact, I've been thinking of doing this anyway for simplicity sake.
  99. axme

    Pop and delay spillover... when spillover is off - switching patches

    It remindes me of a ground loop issue I had once with a stomp box pedal board. I ran all my pedals into a looper to bring them in and out of the chain to creat a "true-bypass" environment. Everytime I pushed a button, it would pop. Is it possible this problem could be a ground loop between the...
  100. axme

    heavy duty ethernet cable?

    I discovered that "lay flat" cable is simply Cat 5e stranded cable (as opposed to solid core). The stranded cable coils easily and lays flat. You can get it for dirt cheap at deep surplus. I called them to make sure I ordered stranded and not solid. I then ordered some ethercon connectors and...
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