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  1. M

    Recent UPDATE affecting tone?

    There you go. Good job busting out the R word. Perhaps you can work in the N word in your next response. Don't be surprised if people ignore your request when you offend large swaths of people who know and help people with mental handicaps.
  2. M

    Ax-APE: Orange Tiny Terror

    Very cool but I expect you will run into copyright issues shortly. There is a reason the models in the Axe are named like they are.
  3. M

    Forum now uses SSL by default

    Now that the MIM attack has been improved will the next version also address MIM decay? Never mind - dumb guitar joke.... :rolleyes:
  4. M

    When were the rectos improved?

    Wow - you guys weren't kidding. Presets 14 and 15 sound NASTY now. I like it.
  5. M

    Wow! Samsung is buying Harman (AKG, Lexicon, JBL, Digitech, etc)!!!

    Wait - I thought political discussions were forbidden here. Maybe we can talk about religion now too?! JK ;)
  6. M

    Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 6.00 Firmware Released

    Awesome! Thank you soooo much! Best company ever! Can you approximate how much more time this buys us Mark 1/2 people? Clearly at some point the thing will be full and if we aren't carrying around legacy code I assume all of us will be good with it when that day comes. Would be nice to know...
  7. M

    Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 6.00 Public Beta

    Another vote for ditching old modelling versions. If I want old I will run old. #MakeMark1GreatAgain
  8. M

    Nice Job on the New Website!!!

    Thank goodness you said it because I have been thinking the same thing since it launched but assumed I would be flamed off the forum for mentioning it.
  9. M

    Why is there such a difference between Axe II mk1 and mk2?

    That would void your warranty.
  10. M

    BUG Cubase and Axe Edit 3.1.4

    Detch - great info - thanks for posting this.
  11. M

    Recording Violin with the Axe-Fx II?

    FWIW - I reamped the previously recorded stuff (dry) mentioned above with the Axe to try some of my ideas. Let me say that a violin through a cranked 5153 Red with some heavy delay and reverb sounds pretty righteous!! I got the eye roll from my wife, so I am guessing wyzyguy's aunt isn't gonna...
  12. M

    Recording Violin with the Axe-Fx II?

    kerrlehr - thanks for the input on the preamps - I will look into those. randyman - Thanks for the input - I looked into pickups, but from what I have read pickups are best suited for people who wander the stage, but the sound is not as large due to the close mic'ing. I want to get some of...
  13. M

    Axe-Fx II v15 Manual Errata and Issues

    I/O HW & Parameters Guide on the last page of the manual: I think "Output Level 1 (knob)" should be "Output Level 2 (knob)" just before the "Out2 L+R" label. Looks like a copy/paste from the one above it.
  14. M

    Recording Violin with the Axe-Fx II?

    bump?
  15. M

    Recording Violin with the Axe-Fx II?

    My son plays violin and I recorded some of his songs for his Grandparents and Great Grandparents for Christmas. The only mic I currently own is an SM57 which proved to sub-standard for violin due to the high frequency roll-off of the SM57 relative to the high frequency content of the violin...
  16. M

    Axe-Fx II Firmware 17.00 Released

    "The level of the USB input signal when NOT routed to the input (when Main Input Source is NOT set to USB) has been reduced by 6 dB to prevent clipping when playing along with tracks that have been mastered at very high levels (near 0 dBFS)." While this is seemingly insignificant relative to...
  17. M

    Does anybody use a UPS system? (uninterruptible power supply)

    Welcome to Michigan - you'll eventually get used to it. :)
  18. M

    Axe Edit Issues

    @M@ - all true and very thankful for that but still waiting for the nirvana known as TotalSync to be fully realized ;)
  19. M

    Safe distance to keep your phone away from your rig?

    Not the most important topic ever on the forum, but something that has been bugging me: Often times I set my phone on my recording desk out of habit. Eventually I end up with the classic static/clicking coming through the speakers. Obviously when I move the phone away it stops, but there...
  20. M

    Recommend a line mixer for me

    I went with a Samson SM10 a couple years ago. It was in the price range I was looking for (~300) and had balanced inputs and outputs which was important to me. Unfortunately, I have had a number of problems with it. I probably should have spent more.... Interesting about the experience with...
  21. M

    Firmware Update Question

    Who here remembers when everyone was freaking out that all development would stop after FW11 came out since that is where the Ultra ended?! LOL
  22. M

    Announcing the OwnHammer High Gain Essentials

    Kevin - Is this simply a file size / convenience thing or could one infer from this that using the truncated files on the previous libraries will yield something better? I think most everyone is using 48kHz mono to convert the older libraries to UR. Have you learned anything along the way that...
  23. M

    Announcing the OwnHammer High Gain Essentials

    Kevin, The owners manual states that the special WAV files are not minimum phase transformed and that Cab-Lab will do this. However, in your previous UR compatible mix libraries we have all been using the WAV files that are presumably transformed already based on a comment in this manual...
  24. M

    Sweetwater Reveals Next-gen Technology for Guitarists

    Just wait until FAS gets into this business. They will revolutionize pick modeling.
  25. M

    Which guitar technique was most difficult for you?

    Knowing when to stop spending money
  26. M

    Mission Engineering Gemini amps (FRFR)

    Anyone heard anything new about these? No pricing on their website for the amps yet and the head is already on sale. Hopefully that is not a bad sign....
  27. M

    OwnHammer Studio Mix Libraries WAV Files Update

    FWIW I just finished downloading all of the WAV files (1x12, 2x12, both 4x12) and had no issues with download or unzipping (Win7).
  28. M

    VAN HALEN - Girl Gone Bad video ***fw 13.02 w/ OH UltraRes Cabs***

    Already downloaded that. How about the talent preset too? DANG!!
  29. M

    i'm on the edge...

    I spent the afternoon loading comparing UR to non-UR. I loaded up my user slots with the 10 OH UR cabs Cliff provided and then loaded 10 more with the equivalent non-UR OH cabs that I had previously purchased from OH. I used my Les Paul, the Plexi Treble patch, and setup the cab x/y to switch...
  30. M

    PRS vs Parker!

    You'll have both once GAS kicks in. Just decide which one you want first.
  31. M

    EtherCon RJ45 Connector Plug?

    If all you are looking for is to make an Ethercon connection on the MFC side with a standard ethernet cable you just need to buy a Neutrik NE8MC and put it on one of the ends. Its only a few bucks and it worked great for me. My main goal was to not break the MFC port if someone tripped over...
  32. M

    Global Out EQ's available from AxeEdit?

    Does anyone know a way to access the global EQ's on the outputs from AxeEdit? I have searched around but come up empty. Is the front panel (Global->Out1) the only way?
  33. M

    Axe Setup and routing

    Yes - the Axe can be your soundcard and you would just hook your monitors to the Axe outputs. You just need to set it as your default soundcard in the PC. It mixes whatever is coming in over USB with the "normal" Axe stuff coming out. IIRC its spelled out pretty well in the manual. I...
  34. M

    Wish Inverse Reveal Mode

    Hey Chris - yep this is how I run. Unfortunately it means you effectively have no reveal mode. I use scenes for most effects switching and the IAs really are just a display to let me know what is on or off and to do the occasional effects switch on the fly.
  35. M

    Wish Expanded Reveal Mode

    I would like to have Reveal mode allow a 2nd function for all buttons. As it exists now it only allows a 2nd function on buttons assigned as presets. I think it would be great if it gave the option of allowing a 2nd IA option for each non-preset button while in reveal mode. IOW, if I had bank...
  36. M

    Wish Inverse Reveal Mode

    I would like the option of IA states being "normal" and needing to press reveal to go into preset mode. It may seem minor but I don't like having the reveal light flashing at me when I am in IA mode (for lack of a better term). I prefer to only having tempo flashing at me during a song. I...
  37. M

    Mission Engineering Gemini amps (FRFR)

    The amp/speakers are listed as 12" deep while the Gemini H is listed as 16.25". Presumably the head hangs off the back the extra 4.25". Can you show a pic of it all from the side? You can't really see it in the picture above. Is it going to be fairly stable hanging off the back like that...
  38. M

    GIGWRX FX LABELS!! Introductory Pricing!!

    I recall seeing that the intro pricing ended at the end of this month. Can someone confirm that? I am still trying to finalize my layout and options - lots of cool option!
  39. M

    GIGWRX - Label review

    I was just about to pick up a set for new Mk3. More details on this issue please. Are you saying that yours fit the new nuts just fine or that you are OK with how they look even though they don't fit OK? Thanks!
  40. M

    Mission Engineering Gemini amps (FRFR)

    I would be interested in seeing what the frequency response is for the 2x10 vs. the 2x12. You say that the 1x12 goes to 57Hz, but I didn't see any number on the 2x10. What is your definition of "usuable frequency range"? Here is another thought: If I wanted to do a stereo setup I would...
  41. M

    wish: default reveal

    Hey clarky - yeah I kinda unintentionally partially highjacked the thread. Seeing your comments about changing how reveal works jogged a few thoughts in my mind about reveal, so I was thinking we could compile all reveal related thoughts in one "wish". Probably should have started another wish...
  42. M

    wish: default reveal

    I would add: why does reveal need to be confined to presets vs. IA only? What about the option of using reveal to go to an alternate function for all buttons? If I go with Bank Size 0 I effectively lose the reveal function other than for invoking looper. It would be great to have 34 IAs. And...
  43. M

    Progressive Rocco Tearing It Up

    Wow! That is nearly perfect tone for that song. Anyone know what his preset looks like? Amp/cab?
  44. M

    NGD

    Just picked up this awesome new Les Paul Quilt in Desert Burst. I have been living with a PRS SE 245 as my LP substitute until I found just the right one. The SE is nice, but this new one is soooo musical. I absolutely love it. When I bought my first guitar (a black Squire) 20 years ago I also...
  45. M

    This guy needs an Axe-FX!

    I think it would be a cool advertisement if FAS created a pic like that but with every pedal, amp, and cab available. Would need a fisheye lens.
  46. M

    ver 11b - 'Tallica Tone Matches

    I know I am a little late to the party on this thread - but man, you did an awesome job on these. Good work!!
  47. M

    Total Sync and AE3

    So M@, what's going on when AE updates when I press "FX BYP" on the front panel? In that case the bypass state is reflected correctly. Is this a completely different process that is not applicable to foot controller driven changes?
  48. M

    AE Total Sync - Gone but not forgotten...

    FWIW AE will keep the bypass states in sync if you use "FX BYP" on the front panel (just verified this still works in 11.0+3.0). Therefore, there is some amount of infrastructure in place to allow AE to respond to bypass changes. It would be awesome if this could be extended to foot controller...
  49. M

    AXE through my NAD Stereo Integreated Amplifier C 356 BEE

    I didn't realize they made XLR to phono cables but it seems like it should work (sounds a lot like overkill though since phono isn't balanced). Both outputs are line level so it shouldn't matter whether your amp is in your receiver or in your monitors. Keep in mind that you have to watch the...
  50. M

    AXE through my NAD Stereo Integreated Amplifier C 356 BEE

    I used to do this through an old Sony receiver while I was waiting for my monitors to show up. How are you hooked up? I assume you have hooked up Out2 with 1/4 to RCA cables? If so, do you have Out2 enabled and the level knobs set appropriately?
  51. M

    Not a Les Paul fan but....

    Nice that the shipping cost (to the US at least) is more than most of my guitars!
  52. M

    Question about pedalboard Line 6 shortboard mk II.

    It can be used in a limited capacity as outlined in this thread (see my response part way down). Note that you now have to use something MIDI-OX to do the MIDI merging because that function was removed from AxeEdit. Its reasonable studio solution, but no good live if that is what you are...
  53. M

    New Megadeth

    I haven't heard the album yet so I have no dog in this race, but isn't this type of discussion exactly what the "Lounge" section is supposed to be for? In fact the heading of this section says "all off topic posts go here". I seem to recall Cliff saying only politics and religion are off...
  54. M

    Which Audio Format Yields Highest Quality Playback?

    If you really want to get into all of the geeky specs on this stuff, this is a nice summary. I can't vouch for the accuracy of it though: Comparison of audio formats - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
  55. M

    Oh dear, I'm GASing again....

    Can't say I agree with this. When I started looking at Axis's I put my hands on several Sterling AX40's and they were all junk - all 4 or 5 of them that I either played in stores or bought online and returned. Frets were sticking out everywhere and miscellaneous other finish issues. My luck...
  56. M

    best pedalboard for MFC101 and 2 expression pedals???

    Hey Poparad - this might be a dumb question, but how do you pull off 4 pedals and the switch box with only 4 inputs in the back of the MFC? Do you run the switch box straight to the Axe over MIDI or something?
  57. M

    Axe-Edit Developer's Diary, Jun 13 2013

    Only running 10.05??? You guys are so last week. ;)
  58. M

    Video of Mark I vs. Mark II

    I see you have the MkI mounted on some sort of board whereas the MkII is on the floor. Have you A-B'd each with and without to see if mounting it makes it better or worse?
  59. M

    Symphony of Destruction cover

    Very nice! I have been trying unsuccessfully to get that tone right for a while. Can you post the preset?
  60. M

    Guitar Strings and Tuning

    I have found Big Bends Nut Sauce made a huge difference for me on PRS SE 245 (like an LP). I thought it might be kinda gimmicky when I bought it but have been very happy with the results.
  61. M

    Volume change when switching amps.

    Oh no, here we go again.... ;)
  62. M

    Matrix CFR12s ... they're here :)

    This is a true man cave. Thousands upon thousands of dollars in gear but when it comes to an entertainment center a box and a blanket will do. I love it!!
  63. M

    Universal MIDI Foot Controller

    Would be curious to get more details on what you are proposing. Not sure what you mean by "Universal MIDI" as MIDI is universal by definition.
  64. M

    New Axe owner, should I still look at OH and RW IR's?

    My personal opinion is that the new IRs that come with FW10 and the OH V2 cabs are really great. I think everything previous (old OH, old FAS, all RW that I am aware of) sound less alive. I spent the money on the OH kickstarter back when he did that and even though we really only have two full...
  65. M

    V10 Firmware

    I don't normally chime in with all of the atta-boys every release, but holy crap this is good. I went from V7 to V10 so maybe my delta was larger than most, but I am absolutely stunned by the improvements between the two versions. Congrats to the whole FAS team!!
  66. M

    FW10 high gain preset...a little bit of MEGADETH!!!

    Adam - can you tell us what amp model you were using? AFAIK Megadeth usually used Marshall stuff.
  67. M

    Axeline Line 6 FBV converter?

    Now that Cliff has said he will be posting the AxeII SysEx format for 3rd party tools the Axe side should be pretty easy. The trick to me has been figuring out what the Line6 side communication looks like. The little I have been able to find online suggests that is a SysEx-like protocol. I...
  68. M

    Axeline Line 6 FBV converter?

    I have posted a few times about this product and always end up frustrated like you guys. If someone learns something new please update the community.
  69. M

    Windows 8/USB 3.0 Support for Upcoming FW and AE?

    Am running Win7 but the USB3.0 ports work fine for me. I contacted FAS support before I purchased this computer and they assured me the drivers would work fine on 3.0 ports (and they did).
  70. M

    FW10 Preview Van Halen II VIDEO Mark Day

    I am not worthy. Thanks! That was awesome.
  71. M

    Post Your Rig!

    Here is mine: Disclaimer: My "studio" is currently a small part of a spare bedroom, so this is all the space I have to work with. The "rack" was home-made and sits on a table I got from Ikea AxeII Samson SM10 Line Mixer Furman M-8x2 JBL LSR2328P + LSR2310SP Line6 PodStudio UX1 Line6...
  72. M

    Great replacement fan

    I had one of these but I found it wasn't much quieter than the factory one. I installed it for about 10 minutes then put the factory one back in.
  73. M

    Gibson Les Paul Recommendations?

    I have bought and returned 3 different Gibson LP's over the past year. A Traditional, Traditional Pro, and a Studio. Each had major quality problems, but I kept wanting to find a good one. The Studio was my last try since it was so much cheaper and I figured I could live with some minor...
  74. M

    Axe II Mark 2 Question

    I hope the capital required to change the tooling for an unneeded change wasn't enough to impact future product development.
  75. M

    Bug? Magic 8 ball in 8.01

    Perhaps, but those tuners don't do amp and effect simulation nearly as well as this box AFAIK :)
  76. M

    Axe-Fest Midwest!

    Would love to see it in Ann Arbor, but will travel to any of the places mentioned if it happens.
  77. M

    OwnHammer Speaker Cabinets Public Beta (free stuff inside)

    Hi Kevin - thanks for the info - that makes complete sense. I am just trying to figure out the best way to get you some capital and provide me with the most product for my buck (i.e. purchase a bundle now vs. participating in the Kickstarter campaign).
  78. M

    OwnHammer Speaker Cabinets Public Beta (free stuff inside)

    Hi Kevin, Thanks for all of the great work - keep it up!! I was looking for clarification on the upgrade scenario if I buy one of your Bundle packs right now. It seems clear that I would be entitled to upgraded captures of these cabs when they become available based on your earlier...
  79. M

    I Thought The "Tourette's Tuner" Was To Be Fixed In 7.0

    Thanks to dscribellito for putting together this video. This is exactly the behavior I see too (on an EBMM Axis FWIW)
  80. M

    The history of Axe Fx so far.

    I am curious as to how much better the sound became from V1 to V11. The evolution of the II has been pretty amazing. Was it the same way back in the day?
  81. M

    I guess I'll use cheap plywood for my next custom Guitar! :)

    My first guitar was a 1991 Squire II Stratocaster. I had always heard rumors that it was made from plywood. When I needed to put some new pots in it I needed to carve the body a little for clearance. Turns out it really was made from plywood. I guess I just needed some new pickups and...
  82. M

    Can AxeII or AE send "normal" PC/CC commands?

    I am trying to figure out if it is possible for AE or the Axe itself to send out "normal" PC and CC commands when you change presets or bypass states in AE or on the front panel. I want to do this so that my downstream equipment will react automatically. Without getting into the gory details...
  83. M

    Axe II Price Drop? Waiting List Gone? Coupon Codes No longer Valid?....

    All depends on how you look at it. In the end, these policies end up making making something more expensive for you - either via increased product costs in the EU or increased taxes. Nothing is free - just ask Greece, Italy, Spain.....
  84. M

    Pod hd 500 as controller?

    Hey sprint, Are you able to get the Axe tuner to come through or are you relying on the HD's built-in tuner? Thanks.
  85. M

    Heavy 5150 & Powerball, quick comparison (presets included)

    +1
  86. M

    Anyone tried a Marshall JMD?

    Was curious if anyone has any experience with the Marshall JMD series. I have watched the demo on Marshall's site and it seems pretty cool, but of course it's how it sounds/feels when playing through it that matters. If you have played with it, what are your thoughts on the various models...
  87. M

    Axe-Fx II Firmware Version 6.02 Up

    Dammit! You mean my Axe is going to die when we get FW 20000.0.5?! I sure hope the III is out by then.....
  88. M

    What is the most "SCREAMING" guitar solo in your opinion???

    The solo (and tone) in Blue on Black by Kenny Wayne Shepherd is one of my all time faves.
  89. M

    PC Audio through the AXE II > What am I missing?

    This is a really interesting observation because more and more PCs are shipping with at least a few USB 3.0 ports. Rumor is that the new Mac's will be 3.0 also when they come out. As someone who is shopping for a new PC this has me concerned because I guess it means we have to be sure not to...
  90. M

    ...

    Since claham already went down this road: Its worth more than on the POS car I haul it around in. Its my #1 hobby with guitar as a close 2nd. Now if only Cliff could figure out how to model trails......
  91. M

    Early Van Halen Tone Match

    What was your starting amp + settings? Did you use a cab or just amp + TM?
  92. M

    Can someone explain/talk me through....

    Awesome - thanks! That actually makes sense which is why I assumed it would be a completely different method. :)
  93. M

    Can someone explain/talk me through....

    How about embedding a YouTube video directly?
  94. M

    Axe FX (USB) > XLR Outs > XLR Ins Stereo KRK Monitors > No sound??

    I have a very similar setup: Line6 UX1 as my sound card, AxeII, and JBL monitors. I was hoping to connect the same way as you tried. The only "work around" for my situation was a mixer. I bought one of the small (ie cheap) Behringer ones and it seems to be a reasonable unit so far.
  95. M

    Just ordered Axe II, need advice on cabinet or monitors

    Before I picked up my near-fields I assumed they would all sound about the same because they are all advertised as "flat". Boy was I wrong about that! I would highly recommend you go into a place like GC where they have several different pairs setup and you can switch between them with the...
  96. M

    1st attempt at Tone Matching.....Unchained....no FX!!!!

    Hey Shock410 - I love the tone and thought I would download your patches and go from there. However, these patches don't seem to be correct(???). They don't have any TM blocks in them and the amps are wrong - at least on my machine. Seems like maybe they got corrupted? Any else try these and...
  97. M

    Tuner Jitter

    In my case its the only B string on a standard tuned guitar.
  98. M

    Tuner Jitter

    Generally great advice (I do it too), but not applicable on my Axis which doesn't have a tone knob (unless of course you consider the volume knob to be tone like EVH :) ). I am getting a lot of jitter on my B string too as some others have posted. The other strings seem OK which is what makes...
  99. M

    Anyone else having 6.00 "spillover" issues? BTW, I love 6.00!

    So this begs the question: is there something intrinsic in AxeEdit that won't allow the trails to function properly or is this a bug that could be fixed in the future?
  100. M

    Version 6.0 is Great!!

    Actually I think we (or at least most of us) do. The problem is that you keep setting the bar higher for yourself and this is now the expectation. Not that I am complaining :) Keep it up!
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