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    FS SOLD - Axe FX II Mark II w/ MFC 101 & Stomp Labels - $1,150 Shipped

    Hey all! Recently upgraded to the Axe FX III. Both units are in excellent condition. Axe FX has some very minor scratches on the top of the unit from going in/out of the rack and the foot controller likewise has a couple of small scratches (see photos - they are so minor they may not be...
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    Mesa Mark IV Pentode/Triode Switch?

    Thanks all for input and helpful comments. I gave the "300B" tube type a try and definitely noticed a change in feel. In my continued tweaks to fully match this sound, one thing I totally left out of of my Fractal chain was the fact that I was recording my Mark IV through my UA Apollo with the...
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    Mesa Mark IV Pentode/Triode Switch?

    Merry Christmas everyone! Spent some time today with my Axe FX II trying to really nail the tone of my Mark IV. So far, I've managed to come really close but I'm having trouble getting the last bit of "feel" right where I want it. For the particular tone I'm currently after, I have my Mark...
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    Tube preamp instead of amp block?

    If you don't plan on running it 4CM (with effect blocks before the 6505 mini input) you can just use the rear Input 1 jack (from your amp FX Send) and then use Output 1 Left to your amp FX Return. This will save you having to put the FXL block in your path on the Fractal.
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    Wow, sorry for the delayed response. I just happened to come across your message. Use LD2...

    Wow, sorry for the delayed response. I just happened to come across your message. Use LD2 Yellow (Mark IIC+) mode. Try these settings: Gain - 7.5, Treble - 8.0, Mid - 4.0, Bass - 2.5, Lead 2 Drive - 6.5, Master - 4.5, Presence - 3.0, Dynamic Voice - 6.0. With these settings and a guitar...
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    Midi AC Adapter for XL+

    What MIDI controller are you using? I've run a Voodoo Lab GC Pro and used the AC adapter that came with it with no problems. I now use the MFC with power over ethernet. I would suspect that any serious MIDI controller would come with its own power supply that could be used to send phantom...
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    SKB Rack Case Cage Nuts?

    I have 2 different styles of SKB rack cases. One requires the nuts as it does not have threaded rail. The other (roto rack style) has threaded rail and therefore does not need the cage nuts. Regarding the velcro, I 100% agree with scottburrow. Use a heat gun if you have it to heat up the...
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    Who's using with EVH 5150 III 100 watt head?

    Nevermind. I forgot I use my Mark V cable via the Rack Gizmo. LOL, I probably just need to sell all that gear as it's been so long since I've used it. Been 100% on my Axe-FX II for the last year +.
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    Who's using with EVH 5150 III 100 watt head?

    Doesn't RJM make a cable? I have one for my Mark V that allows channel switching via MIDI (no need for another power supply). If I'm not mistaken, the make a similar cable for an EVH 5153 100W. I have a 50W which has MIDI so don't have an issue with switching. RJM Music Technology, Inc. ...
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    Compressor help

    I have a Suhr Koji and love it. Having the ability to mix in the compressed sound with the uncompressed sound is a nice feature, and it's probably the quietest pedal compressor I've used. I've also been trying out an Xotic SP Compressor and like that one too (but not nearly as much as the Koji).
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    Think you have a great tone and then ...

    I believe this is based around a 5150 and not a Recto. Not sure on the IR but I typically go with Vintage 30's on my 5150 patches. FWIW I'm digging IR's based around Marshall cabs with V30's rather than Mesa cabs with the 5150. Maybe start there?
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    Fractal Sighting - BTBAM's New Blu-ray Teaser

    Pretty cool cut from Between The Buried And Me's forthcoming Blu-Ray (released tomorrow I think). AFAIK both Paul and Dustie are using their Fractals. I know Dustie has slapped a PRS Archon into his rig, but from what I can tell he's still running through his Fractal in some form or fashion...
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    My Eight Favorite Factory Presets (Cooper Carter / SoloAWeek)

    Really great video Cooper! The Double Verb and USA Lead presets have always been a couple of my favorites. One of my favorite things about the Axe is that is ships with so many usable presets - especially the first 100 or so. Exploring the factory presets is one of my favorite things to do...
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    Using scenes...and remember what's what.

    Scenes are the way to go. I have my MFC set up so that the bottom row are Scenes 1-5 running left to right. I set them up similarly to how you described - Scene 1/Clean, Scene 2/Rhythm or Crunch or Verse, Scene 3/Lead1, Scene 4/Lead2. I rarely need a 5th scene, and if I do it's for some small...
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    Hetfield Clean

    Thx. It's definitely not perfect. I tend to favor darker tones in general which may be a contributing factor.
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    Hetfield Clean

    where in NE are you pima1234?
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    Hetfield Clean

    So here's my quick and dirty attempt at a Hetfield Clean Chorus type tone. Mainly based on the tone he uses live. Still missing a little something, but close. Keep in mind this was one take on the clean and another quick take on the "solo" (lol) using my Mark IV patch. Also, this is not at...
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    Axe Fx II and Logic Pro X

    Also make sure that your sample rate is set to 48K in Logic. I believe Logic will default to 44.1K which makes the Axe sound horrible (the Axe only runs at 48K and is not adjustable). This is a project specific setting which can be set from the File>Project Settings>Audio menu or by clicking...
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    Avenged Sevenfold/Deftones/Ghost BC - Axe FX II Live

    Saw A7X, Deftones and Ghost last night. I know for sure that Deftones and Ghost were going direct with their Axe FX II's and I'm pretty sure I spied some MFC's on stage for A7X. First time I had the opportunity to hear the Axe (with the amp blocks engaged anyway) in an arena setting. It was...
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    Taming the Monster - Series and Parallel Routing

    Thanks Scott! This was very helpful and easy to follow.
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    Tri Axis Lead 1 Red Mode

    I've posted before that if a Triaxis V2 with the Recto board (non fat) is desired I would gladly offer mine up to be modeled.
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    How to emulate Triaxis Dynamic Voice

    The Dynamic Voice on the Triaxis is the 5-band graphic EQ you see on the Mark Series amps. The cool thing about the Triaxis is that the more you dial up the Dynamic Voice, the more pronounced the EQ becomes. I believe at a value of 10.0 on the Triaxis, you would get the maximum "classic V...
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    Wish Me Luck

    Hope all goes well for your family Cliff! We just welcomed #2 a couple weeks ago.
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    re: Who build racks in Chicago/Midwest?

    I've done a few of my own. Took some time learning how to do it and at one point after improving my skills actually totally rebuilt my entire Triaxis / 2:90 rack with all new cables. Do my own pedal boards too. An Axe FX rig should be fairly simple to DIY.
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    USA PRE YELLOW AND GREEN- Cliff, you nailed it!

    I have a Triaxis with the LD1 Recto (TX4) no fat mod. So if by chance Cliff wants to model this mode and needs one ill gladly offer it up.
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    USA PRE YELLOW AND GREEN- Cliff, you nailed it!

    The 2 pieces of gear that I've kept since my Axe II arrived are my Triaxis and 2:90. Took me 10 minutes to dial up my tone on both the PRE GREEN and PRE YELLOW. I'm totally floored right now at how good these sound!
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    FAS MODERN v10

    Anyone checked out Euro Red? Go to the basic preset and kick the drive on. Another very cool amp getting my attention with V10.
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    FAS MODERN v10

    Have you tried turning MIMIC off in the advanced tab? I noticed the same difference on this amp type last night. Quite a difference. Haven't tried what I just suggested yet, but that might be an easy "fix".
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    Anthrax > RUSH cover

    Killer. Joey damn near sounds like Geddy! Can't wait to hear the rest of this EP! Thx for sharing.
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    Mayones/Seymour Duncan Solo contest entry - all tones are Axe Fx II

    Very nice tones. Some cool runs in there - very cleanly played! Well done!
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    Whats the life expectancy of the AxeFx2?

    I was thinking the exact same thing this week. I recently came back to the Axe 2 and have been selectively selling off some of my gear (funny how it just sits there collecting dust now) but have been hesitant to let go of a couple of my favorite pieces. The "life expectancy" question is one of...
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    "Tone Matching" Preview

    Very impressive! Looking forward to this!
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    A two year Ultra user gets his Axe II with v 5....

    I met a wonderful woman several years ago who bought me a Les Paul Standard Plus Top for Xmas. She is now my wife. I like to tell everyone that asks for the "how we met" story that she was just a really awesome girlfriend until she passed that test :D
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    Power Conditioner

    You should be able to get one that at least has a fuse in it that will offer protection under extreme voltage. I use a Monster Power PowerCenter Pro 3500 ($300) for all my studio gear and I have a Furman PL-Plus C w/ a voltmeter on the front ($229). Both units filter the power and offer...
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    Having unpredictable latency issue with Logic, Apogee Duet, and AXE USB - any ideas?

    Check out this thread. http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii-discussion/45767-suspected-logic-pro-9-issue-anyone-else.html Make sure you set the transfer rate to 48 kHz in Logic as this is what the Axe Fx II is set to operate at. I was having a similar issue and rather than turn off the...
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    Suspected Logic Pro 9 Issue ... Anyone Else?

    OK, so I think I may have found the culprit, although I can't say for sure. I played around for about 2 hours in Logic 9 tonight and this problem only happened once - after I set the transfer to 48 kHz from 44.1 kHz. And it happened when I made an adjustment on the Axe Fx II using the Value...
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    Suspected Logic Pro 9 Issue ... Anyone Else?

    Having the same issue here with my setup. Using both an iMac and Macbook Pro and Logic 9. Have set up the Axe 2 via USB on both computers and running my output through a Presonus Firestudio Project. Have experienced the delay on both systems and I'm guessing it's an issue in Logic 9. Will...
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    Anyone Got any Sound Clips Of the Axe FX 2 & a Mesa 2:90?

    Cool. Give me a couple of days. My Axe II just came yesterday and I'm working on a few patches based on the favorites from my Standard. I'll dial in some rectos for you too and post em up here. OK - here's a sample. Just a short riff, but gets the point across. First run was a quick tweak...
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    Anyone Got any Sound Clips Of the Axe FX 2 & a Mesa 2:90?

    I can record some on a Mesa Stereo 2:50 if you'd like. Let me know which amp types. My setup for recording is guitar>Axe II>Mesa 2:50>Recto 4x12 w/ Vintage 30's>Shure SM57>Logic 9.
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