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FM3 into Matrix GT1000FX which Output2 setting?

Hi, Moving from a FM3 FRFR setup to FM3 -> Matrix GT1000FX and Mesa vertical 2x12 for my backline Going to keep my Output 1 for my desk feeds, so gonna use Output 2 for sending to the Matrix. What should I use for the Output 2 setting? Unity Gain - seems too weak, whatever the db setting Line...
- Japster
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- Feb 16, 2022
- Replies: 1
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Help: Think my Axe 2 Mark 1 has just bricked

Just upgraded to Quantum 9.01 beta Was running some batch updates via fractool when it froze, so I rebooted then got the screens attached. It seems to cycle through some different lights every few setting but goes no further. Is there any hope?
- Japster
- Thread
- Oct 29, 2017
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Are there different installers for 32bit and 64bit Windows?

Hi, I've moved my MFC-EDIT to an older laptop that runs 32bit Windows 10 1607build, due to the scaling limitations on my Surface Pro 4. When I try running an update to the latest version I get this error message:- I'm currently running MFC-EDIT V 7.00 build# 3.898 Can you assist me with...
- Japster
- Thread
- Mar 4, 2017
- Replies: 6
- Forum: MFC-Edit
Help! 2nd Row of switches broke last night at show

Hi, I have a MFC Mark 1 and when setting up for my show none of my 2nd row of switches would respond. They are lighting up and the switches seem to be clicking as normal but no actions. Removed the base to check for ribbon cable loose but seemed ok, swapped row 3 into row 2 socket on main...
- Japster
- Thread
- Feb 11, 2017
- Replies: 8
- Forum: MFC Discussion
Bug? Brit Silver Model dopped output level on Q5.02

Not sure if this is intended but I've noticed approx -8db output drop when switching to "Latest" Modelling Version in Brit Silver model, this also applies when switching to Q2.01 version. All other versions are normal output level. Axe II Mk 1
- Japster
- Thread
- Oct 29, 2016
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
MFC-Edit Windows Size on Surface Pro 4

Hi, I've recently upgraded to a Microsoft Surface Pro 4 and I'm wondering if there's any way to make the MFC-Edit Program window size larger? The whole program window currently displays around the size for a credit card on the screen, and is barely usable. I understand this may be related to...
- Japster
- Thread
- Jan 11, 2016
- Replies: 19
- Forum: MFC-Edit
Momentary or Toggle for Looper Control via IA-Switches?

Hi, I'm looking into using the looper without having to use the Reveal function. Basically I have my MFC-101 setup with Zero bank size and use the Up/Down to shift between presets, giving me Scenes 1 to 5 on Switches 1 to 5 Instead of having Scenes 5 to 8 on the 2nd row I've disabled the...
- Japster
- Thread
- Jun 25, 2015
- Replies: 1
- Forum: MFC Discussion
IA Switch States Sticking during Scene Changes

Hi, Recently updated the Firmware to the latest on my MFC Mk1 and apart from changing all my IA settings I now have the strange phenomina that my IA's do not revert on Scene changes. Does anyone know what might be causing this? They always used to revert to the Scene programmed state when...
- Japster
- Thread
- Apr 7, 2015
- Replies: 1
- Forum: MFC Discussion
How do you switch things on and off via Expression Pedal ?

Right I'm trying to do something a bit specific here. Got 4 Custom Harmony Scales Setup 2 Pitch Blocks Pitch Block 1 to use Cust Harmony 1 and Cust Harmony 2 Pitch Block 2 to use Cust Harmony 3 and Cust Harmony 4 I want to basically set each Harmony Output level to be either 100% or 0%...
- Japster
- Thread
- Oct 12, 2014
- Replies: 20
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Question about Song / Set Operation Modes and MFC-Edit

Hello, Am thinking about moving to Song and Set operation modes on the MFC and have the latest MFC-Edit program. From what I understand, I have to do this in a particular order :- 1) Create MFC Preset 2) Assign at least 1 MFC Preset to a Song 3) Assign Songs to Sets My questions...
- Japster
- Thread
- Oct 9, 2014
- Replies: 8
- Forum: MFC Discussion
Wish Scene Change Buttons on Row 1

Scene Change Buttons on Row 1 (Preset Buttons on Row 2 or 3) I know this has been raised before and many MFC users have taken to Swapping Ribbon cables to achieve this (see post below) http://forum.fractalaudio.com/mfc-discussion/80609-i-bet-i-cant-get-great-answer-one-but-here-goes.html...
- Japster
- Thread
- Aug 22, 2014
- Replies: 37
- Forum: MFC Wishes + Bugs
Front Instrument Input question ???

Is there any advantage in using the Front Instrument Input over the Rear one if using a Wireless System ? Since there is no cable therefore no direct loading of input by different cables / guitar impedances etc. etc. Just bought a Line 6 wireless system with a rear output and it seems...
- Japster
- Thread
- May 30, 2014
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Bug? Moving Cab Block with Drag n' Drop deletes Cab Block V3.0.9 [SOLVED]

This happened a few times over the weekend while editing different presets. Tried to Drag n' Drop the Cab block to an adjacent grid location and it deletes the Cab block. It works ok with any of the other blocks. Can move the Cab Block via the column or row shift function but it's a bit...
- Japster
- Thread
- Apr 28, 2014
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Edit Wishes + Bugs
What's your backup amp ?

My AxeFX II and MFC have gone back to G66 for repair :cry Screen flickering, Fan noisy and MFC - AXE Cat5 connection dead I chose this weekend to send it back because I had no gigs booked........ then the inevitable happened :nightmare: a gig came in for tonight I've got a Mesa MKIV combo but...
- Japster
- Thread
- Jan 18, 2014
- Replies: 31
- Forum: The Lounge
Is fw 2.18 the last installment for MFC 101 Mark I and II ?

Since Mark III and Firmware 3.0 has now been released, is there any firmware improvements coming the way of Mark I and Mark II MFC 101 users ? Or is that it ? Also I understand that Mark III has a new interface and Firmware 3.0 covers this :lol before someone states the obvious
- Japster
- Thread
- Dec 23, 2013
- Replies: 0
- Forum: MFC Discussion
Wish To see Out1 & Out2 levels on the Axe Edit Screen

Would love to see this as a permanent fixture or even as an optional view (like the Tuner Display) Reason :- When using Axe Edit to build / tweak presets I always check the levels of Out1 and Out2 on the Axe FX before I save the preset. I would like to see these levels without going back and...
- Japster
- Thread
- Dec 21, 2013
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Edit Wishes + Bugs
Custom midi messages from external switches XS1~XS4 ?

Does anyone know if it's possible to send custom midi messages from the external switches xs1~xs4 ? I know it's possible to send custom messages from IA switches and on preset change just wondered on the above ? Thanks
- Japster
- Thread
- Dec 5, 2013
- Replies: 3
- Forum: MFC Discussion
Has anyone done a Randy Rhoads Preset in V10 ?

Hi I've searched the forum and AxeChange for Randy Rhoads presets, but all are pre-Version 10 or use Tonematch blocks and most of the download links in threads are dead :roll So was wondering if anyone has been able to replicate the Randy Rhoads sounds with the new amp / cabs added in Version...
- Japster
- Thread
- Jul 2, 2013
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Which Amp model to use for sparkly cleans ?

Hi, I'm looking for suggestions for Amp models to use for Sparkly Cleans, I've tried a few e.g. USA Clean 1 & 2 but find they break up quite early before I can get any decent volume out of them. Any help appreciated, Thanks,
- Japster
- Thread
- Jun 3, 2013
- Replies: 24
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Matrix CFR12 - The missing link

I'm taking the plunge after much investigation & deliberation over the past month or so, After road testing the Matrix CFR12's and written up my feelings on them in the review below :- http://forum.fractalaudio.com/amps-cabs/57944-matrix-cfr12s-tryout-review.html Well a few more gigs...
- Japster
- Thread
- Sep 24, 2012
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Pickup Suggestion to replace Gibson 500T

Hi Guys, I'm looking for a replacement for the stock 500T in my Gibson Explorer, the windings have broken. I've never used replacement pickups before so I'm a bit bemused by the choice I play mostly rock and metal, also would consider a set if recommendation is strong. Also would consider...
- Japster
- Thread
- Sep 18, 2012
- Replies: 4
- Forum: The Lounge
Matrix CFR12's Tryout - Review

Living so close to the Matrix factory has it's perks :D Anyway enough gloating, I'm here to write a review on the CFR12's which I've had the pleasure of testing over the weekend. First impressions, dude they are so compact, I mean I was amazed on first seeing them at the factory. After...
- Japster
- Thread
- Sep 17, 2012
- Replies: 36
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Right I think FRFR is the only answer - Suggestions needed pls

Hi there, been constantly tweaking my AXE II / Matrix GT 800FX / Speaker Cab setup for best part of 5 months and never been really happy with the sounds. I use output 1 to FOH anyway and its a constant battle to get the levels between Output 2 (stage) and FOH balanced. :roll I also use Adam...
- Japster
- Thread
- Aug 17, 2012
- Replies: 39
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Something weird has happened....... help

took my axe to it's first gig last night, Mostly went well but had a few strange surprises during the gig. Last thing I did before I left the house was upgrade the MFC to 2.11 firmware (thru the axe fx) usb adapter mode. this is what has changed in the axe:- 1) All pitch shifter blocks have...
- Japster
- Thread
- Jul 14, 2012
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Midi Custom Message send from IA switch, is anyone using ?

Hi there, Was quite pleased to read that the MFC is capable of sending custom midi messages from IA switches. I have a lighting controller that accepts MIDI Note messages between 0~127 to select various Scenes, Banks & Blackout that I have programmed into it. So I'm interested if anyone...
- Japster
- Thread
- Jul 8, 2012
- Replies: 4
- Forum: MFC Discussion
Tone Match help please

I have a few quick questions about the Tone Match procedure as my attempts are not coming out too good. So here goes, any help appreciated 8) 1) When feeding reference signal in from USB is it necessary to bypass the amp & Cab blocks to feed the un-altered reference signal directly in the...
- Japster
- Thread
- Jul 7, 2012
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Tone Match
Bug? ??? What's up the with 2290 W/Mod delay block ???

Hi, several times I've tried to use the Delay block 2290 W/Mod (Axe FX II 5.07 & Axe Edit 1.273) and I can get no sound out of it. I've tried adding it to many presets in a 100% wet with a dry signal in parallel and nothing. When I adjust the mix to 50 % still I only get the dry signal...
- Japster
- Thread
- Apr 21, 2012
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
Wish Send MIDI Note messages

Hi, I would like to be able to send MIDI Note messages from the programmable IA switches on the MFC-101. MIDI Note 0-127 This would enable me to control my DMX lighting controller via my AXE FX Midi out port, when I change presets or stomp on my lead channel etc. Program changes on my...
- Japster
- Thread
- Apr 20, 2012
- Replies: 4
- Forum: MFC Wishes + Bugs
Does anyone use Matrix GT800FX -> EVM12L's with CABS ON ???

Just wondering if anyone has gone down the route of :- AXE FX II -> Matrix GT800FX -> EVM12L's running with CAB SIMS on ? If so did you make any Global EQ changes to OUT1 or OUT2 to compensate the boominess caused by this setup. I find the Clean sounds are great this way, but the driven...
- Japster
- Thread
- Mar 14, 2012
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
AC/DC or Angus Young patch - has anyone got a preset ?

Hi there, Has anyone done a preset for AC/DC or Angus Young / Malcolm Young sounds ? I've researched their gear quite a lot but I'm struggling to get close enough to their tone for my liking. Any help appreciated, please point me in the right direction, Ta
- Japster
- Thread
- Mar 12, 2012
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
AutoWah ? How would I set one up ?

Hi Guys, I have the need for an autowah in one of my patches, how would I go about setting one up ? Needs to respond to picking / input intensity. I've looked in the Wah and filter blocks but nothing is jumping out at me :lol Cheers in advance
- Japster
- Thread
- Mar 4, 2012
- Replies: 16
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
How do you disable the "Poweramp" section of an AMP block ?

Hi there, I read here somewhere a suggestion of running 2 AMP blocks in series (Poweramp section turned off on 1st AMP block) to emulate the cascading gain stage employed in Randy Rhoads' Marshall Super Lead amp. So how do you disable the power amp section of an AMP block ? Also would...
- Japster
- Thread
- Feb 13, 2012
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
AXE FX II -> MATRIX GT800FX -> EVM12L Speakers - Cabs sim on or off ?

Hi, Just setting up my rig, so not changed anything yet. is my setup of AXE FX II -> MATRIX GT800FX -> 2x Mesa Boogie 1x12 EVM12L's intended to be used with CABS SIM on or off ? Does anyone else have this setup and could offer advice on which route to take. I intend to Run FOH from...
- Japster
- Thread
- Feb 10, 2012
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Why doesn't the MFC track the preset changes from the AXE front panel ?

Hi, This might sound like a stupid question but I was expecting that if I changed the presets via the AXE front panel the MFC would "keep-up" and change to whatever preset I chose from the AXE. Is this possible ? I would kind of expect this to happen by default ;) Just wondering as its...
- Japster
- Thread
- Feb 7, 2012
- Replies: 5
- Forum: MFC Discussion
Does anyone have Layout Template patches for OP1->FOH & OP2-PowerAmp+Cab ?

Hi Everyone, Just taken delivery of the Axe FX II and about to embark on writing my own patches based upon the following schema :- OP1 -> FOH (with poweramp & cab sims turned on) OP2 -> Matrix GT800FX + 2x EVM12L loaded 1x12 cabs (with poweramp sim on but cab sim off) Does anyone...
- Japster
- Thread
- Feb 5, 2012
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Musical Gear Insurance - United Kingdom - Who do you use & why ?

Hi, I'm looking to insure my gear separately to keep my home insurance premium down, What companies do you recommend and why ? With my new AXE-FX II on it's way (soon) I'll be transporting some seriously expensive gear around and want it covered ! Any help / advice appreciated...
- Japster
- Thread
- Nov 7, 2011
- Replies: 9
- Forum: The Lounge
Question about IR's - Noobie so be nice :-)

Hi peeps, I'm building up my dream rig whilst waiting for my AF2, got the Matrix GT800FX, got the Mesa Thiele's with EVM12L's, so today's topic is IR's :- 1) The AF2 comes with some built in FAS & 3rd party IR's I have read, but are they any good ? 2) Why do some of you guys choose to...
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- Thread
- Sep 5, 2011
- Replies: 8
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's