Search results for query: *

  1. C

    Can’t hear Axe II through studio monitors

    Just checked two threads down and see that what i want to do is likely not possible. Swear I used to run it this way :) all good
  2. C

    Can’t hear Axe II through studio monitors

    Here’s what I’m trying to do: Run AxeII audio through USB to Mac Run Mac USB out to Roland Quad capture for monitoring When I do this, I can hear everything through my monitors (YouTube, iTunes and even RECORDED AxeII sound) but NOT live playing for monitoring am I missing something super...
  3. C

    Question: S-PDIF recording with power amp and cab setup

    Heya, this might be a dumb question, but: - I'm running a power amp and cab setup - power amp and cab sim are OFF - I want to record loops from the AX8 to garage band When I run from the AX8 into my computer using S-PDIF, does the DAW capture cab-less audio? Like, will my cabs even factor...
  4. C

    AX8 effects only in loop - excessive noise

    running a Humbuster cable (vs. regular guitar cable) between AX8 output and amp effects loop return solved the problem. Dead quiet now. Thanks for the suggestion
  5. C

    FS QSC K8 - pair, mint condition

    PRICE DROP $900 plus shipping/paypal Anybody who wants to save a couple hundred bucks for a nearly flawless pair of speakers, hit me up!
  6. C

    AX8 effects only in loop - excessive noise

    howdy, For one of my setups, I use the AX8 in the effects loop of my Budda SD45. - when using regular pedals in loop of amp, it is dead quiet - as soon as I pop the AX8 in the loop of the amp, I hear a ton of 60 cycle hum. - is there any tricks for reducing this? - signal chain: guitar to...
  7. C

    FS QSC K8 - pair, mint condition

    Howdy, I have a pair of QSC K8 PA speakers for sale. These were church-owned before I got them, and have only been used as studio monitors in my possession. Perfect condition and sound great. Super light weight and they project really well. I bought them to use with my Fractal AxeFX and AX8...
  8. C

    What's the easiest way to add the same effect to every preset?

    Thanks all. Block Library will do the trick.
  9. C

    What's the easiest way to add the same effect to every preset?

    is their one? I'm auditioning a preset pack (Naked amps), and would like to add a looper and reverb to every preset.
  10. C

    Three amps - wet/dry/wet setup: is FX8 right for me?

    Friday afternoon experiment: I want to run my Naylor Electraverb combo into a stereo poweramp out to two cabs for a w/d/w setup. Do I still need a Y-splitter in this scenario, or can the AX8 accomplish this without one?
  11. C

    QSC K series users unite: tips, tricks, etc.

    maybe not as many users as I expected :)
  12. C

    QSC K series users unite: tips, tricks, etc.

    Howdy, just bought a pair of QSC K8 (1000 watt versions). So far, I'm loving them, in part due to some tips I've already been able to glean from the forum. Thought it would be good (since many people use them) to start an owners thread for people to share their tips, tricks and any other...
  13. C

    Three amps - wet/dry/wet setup: is FX8 right for me?

    Thanks! Will give this a go
  14. C

    Three amps - wet/dry/wet setup: is FX8 right for me?

    Here is my current setup. Can someone help me fill in the blanks on where place/hook things (including the ABY switch) for a 3-amp setup, using the AX8 for stereo effects, but sill with the outboard delay in the AX8 loop? I prefer not to 'slave' any of the amps if possible. 1. Guitar > Boss...
  15. C

    Three amps - wet/dry/wet setup: is FX8 right for me?

    You guys have a reco on a good one to consider? thanks, Case
  16. C

    Three amps - wet/dry/wet setup: is FX8 right for me?

    Thanks! like a Y cable or a one of those ABY switcher thingies?
  17. C

    Three amps - wet/dry/wet setup: is FX8 right for me?

    howdy, I have a JCM800, a Budda Superdrive and a Naylor Electra-verb. I'd like to run all three in a wet/dry/wet setup, likely with the Budda as the dry amp. Is this possible to route with the FX8? AX8? Or do I need a stereo power amp in there somewhere? I'd likely be using a mix of...
  18. C

    Volume "jumps" as note decays

    Signal chain is cray cray: 1. Guitar (Rasmus S100, hot-ish pickups) > multiple drive pedals > Naylor input 2. Naylor effects send > Ax8 instrument input 3. Axe8 Out 2L > Hughes and Kettner Replex tube delay 4. Replex Out > Ax8 In 2L 5. Ax8 Out 1L > Naylor effects return 6 Ax8 Out 1R > to a...
  19. C

    Volume "jumps" as note decays

    Howdy I'm running the Ax8 in the effects loop of a Naylor Electraverb 60. As notes decay, I'm getting a subtle, but very audible "jump" in signal. Though, the LED meter does not register it. It sounds a bit like when a noise gate is dealing with high-gain + RF interference. What I've...
  20. C

    Delay X/Y: Y has no effect

    Looks like I have a corrupt saved delay block. Solved.
  21. C

    Delay X/Y: Y has no effect

    Howdy, I'm running a stereo BBD as Delay X, and want to add an alternate delay in Y slot. But when I switch to Y, I can't get any effect (no matter what type I choose). Is this a limitation when using a stereo delay in X? Am I missing something obvious? Thanks, case
  22. C

    Naylor tone match?

    Any thoughts? Advanced settings to explore on the Dirty Shirley that might get me there?
  23. C

    Naylor tone match?

    howdy I've been trying to replicate my Naylor Electraverb 38 combo amp. I've found a ton of tones I've liked in the process -- but nothing that sounds quite like it. So far I've tried - friedman BE/HBE - JCM800 models - dirty Shirley - ods hrm - Buttery - VHT Deliverance model - Splawn...
  24. C

    FX loop routing: using axe 8 effects loop AND amps effects loop

    Let's say a guy got real crazy and ended up with TWO Naylor amps... Could I run the effects into the loops of BOTH amps? I would use my Boss TU-2 to split the guitar signal.
  25. C

    FX loop routing: using axe 8 effects loop AND amps effects loop

    thanks so much, philipacamaniac. that did the trick
  26. C

    FX loop routing: using axe 8 effects loop AND amps effects loop

    Basically all I wanted to accomplish was being able to use the Axe 8 in the line level loop of the Naylor as a way to pad the signal to run into my other non-line level effects. I now have it running as indicated above, but just with the non-line level effects AFTER the Axe8 in the loop and it...
  27. C

    FX loop routing: using axe 8 effects loop AND amps effects loop

    Hmmm. I don't get any signal through when I use out1L. What am I missing?
  28. C

    FX loop routing: using axe 8 effects loop AND amps effects loop

    so here's what I want to do: - run my Hughes and Kettner replex delay in the effects loop of my Axe 8 - AND then run the Axe 8 through the effects loop of my Naylor amp Here's what I've tried: - amp send to Axe In 1, Axe Out 2 (L) to Amp return - axe output 2 (R) into Replex input, output...
  29. C

    Any banjo or violin tones in the ax8?

    also interested
  30. C

    Atomic Reactor active cab: can i run a tube amp through it?

    Heya, Quick question: can I run an active atomic reactor as a traditional passive 1x12 with a tube amp safely? I want to run my Budda SuperDrive 18 through it for fun - if possible. Anyone use it like that, and if so, how does it sound? Thanks Case
  31. C

    Calling all Budda Superdrive 45/80 owners

    I bought one... I'll see if I can do a solid tone match (assuming I like it as much as I used to -- who knows, tastes have a way of changing when you have access to so much 'cool' in a single box...)
  32. C

    Calling all Budda Superdrive 45/80 owners

    Howdy I'm close to pulling the trigger on an early Budda SuperDrive 45 in an attempt to find some tones I haven't quite been able to nail. Or, at least I think I can't. Before i take the plunge on my first tube amp in years, does anyone out there have a solid preset, or better yet, a...
  33. C

    FX Loop questions: running external delay pedal

    Thanks Bakerman. So, brings up another question: what is the difference between Thru Bypass and Mute Bypass in this situation? I tried putting FxL in parallel, and it sounded like it double tracked everything? (Can't remember if it was in parallel to a shunt though)
  34. C

    FX Loop questions: running external delay pedal

    Thanks Chris. I guess I didn't know if there was like a "right one" to turn down. I can turn down level 2, or main, and then there is the external Output 2 knob which also seems to have an effect. Right now I have all the send values at 0, the Mixer level maxed, and the output 2 knob about...
  35. C

    FX Loop questions: running external delay pedal

    Howdy, I am absolutely in love my Hughes & Kettner Replex delay pedal. So much so, that I'm using it with the Axe FX 2 now. My question: I'm running it in the FX Loop Block (in between the amp block and cab block), and I seem to be overloading the pedal. (The pedal has an LED that lets...
  36. C

    Looper question: playback of layered loop plays out-of-time

    Yes, if I record/stack/stop/start from the front panel with the ART unplugged, it still does it. Thanks again Case
  37. C

    Looper question: playback of layered loop plays out-of-time

    Sorry for the delay. Here's a patch. http://axechange.fractalaudio.com/detail.php?preset=1496 It seems to be doing it on all patches with a looper, so I'm wondering if its a setting thing that I'm just missing?? It also does it with the ART mid switcher unplugged. Thanks for any help you...
  38. C

    Looper question: playback of layered loop plays out-of-time

    Howdy, quick looper question: - If I record a backing loop (loop 1) - Layer a lead line over it (loop 2) - and LEAVE it playing, it plays fine - BUT, if I stop playback, and then restart it, the layered loop (loop 2) goes all crazy and out of time. It will get progressively more weird...
  39. C

    Egnater EG3/4 Amp Match

    anyone else having trouble getting the "Y" EG4 part to work? When I switch to Y, it's a real quiet, real dark bassman amp.
  40. C

    Egnater EG3/4 Amp Match

    Absolutely awesome. Been waiting for someone to do the Eggie 3/4 since I sold mine last year. Sounds great. Can't wait to try. Now we need eg5! Thanks For sharing
  41. C

    AXE FX 2 GETS STUCK ON ONE PATCH

    Overwriting the preset fixed it. Thanks to all the folks here who are smarter than me :) Case
  42. C

    AXE FX 2 GETS STUCK ON ONE PATCH

    Was able to connect to axe edit so I could re-install FW9. Still getting stuck/froze on preset 10. Text is on the screen, but no sound and I can't scroll up or down. Anyone else having a similar issue? Anyone had this issue while not connected to axe edit? Is it possible to compltetely DELETE...
  43. C

    AXE FX 2 GETS STUCK ON ONE PATCH

    Hey guys, I'm having this issue too, but I'm not plugged into axe edit at all, and I've also unplugged my midi controller. I can hold recall and restart and everything is fine, and i can wheel forward fine up past the 300, but as soon as I start to wheel backward, i get caught on my #10 preset...
  44. C

    Need opinion: KRK VXT 6 studio monitors w/Axe FX II

    Howdy, have been looking for a pair of descent studio monitors for general playback purposes for awhile and would also love a pair that work decently with the Axe FX II for jam room purposes. I go poweramp/cab now, and will continue to do that mostly I think, but would like to experiment...
  45. C

    Need opinion: KRK VXT 6 studio monitors w/Axe FX II

    Moved: Need opinion: KRK VXT 6 studio monitors w/Axe FX II Howdy, have been looking for a pair of descent studio monitors for general playback purposes for awhile and would also love a pair that work decently with the Axe FX II for jam room purposes. I go poweramp/cab now, and will...
  46. C

    ART X-15: control questions

    Bought it. Does loops like a champ. Buttons are a little cramped and hard to press, but guessing I'll get used to it. Cool thing: while it can't do effects mode and preset bank mode at the same time, the "mode" switch button is one push, so you could theoretically do both on the fly with a...
  47. C

    ART X-15: control questions

    Howdy, Found one of these locally for cheap and had a question: will I be able to control the looper functions with this controller when it's in "effects" mode? (stomp box mode basically). Thanks, Case
  48. C

    HELP: Using Randall 4-button midi switch to control looper - is it possible?

    Yes, in the I/O menu, not the looper block. PC# might explain it. If that's the case, does that mean there's no programmability? Or can I change one switch to bank up/down?
  49. C

    AxePad - iPad controller for Axe-FX is launched!

    Is controlling looper function currently not available through Axe Pad? Thanks Case
  50. C

    HELP: Using Randall 4-button midi switch to control looper - is it possible?

    Interesting on this: Since the switch controls presets 0, 1, 2, 3, can I assume that the CC# on the switch match the axe for those switches? If so, can I assume I am able to update the Axe to interpret CC#00 (or whatever) as 'Looper Play'? If so, how do I update the Axe to reinterpret CC#00?
  51. C

    HELP: Using Randall 4-button midi switch to control looper - is it possible?

    thanks man. When I select looper play and press enter for the 'learn' function, as soon as I press controller switch 1, it takes me to a preset instead of alternate mapping. Unless, of course, I'm doing that wrong which is totally possible.. attaching directly through the back to midi in
  52. C

    HELP: Using Randall 4-button midi switch to control looper - is it possible?

    Howdy, I've been in Axe 2 headache land trying to get my simpler 4-button Randall midi footswitch (for my Egnater M4 preamp) to control the looper functionality. Conclusion is that it's not possible - but wanted to verify for sure. I assumed I could change the CC# of the looper to match...
  53. C

    Best power-amp for a axe fx2 into a mesa boogie rectifier 2x12 ?

    I use a VHT 2/50/2 with my 2x12 mesa recto cab and am loving it. Previously used a Carvin DCM1000 solid state, and it sounded pretty good too, but I'm a sucker for the tube warmth (placebo effect? :)
  54. C

    Does Tone Match function in Axe/Power amp/Cab setup?

    So, assuming Cab sims are disabled as is recommended in power amp/cab setup, will the TM block still function? If so, are there any extra steps one has to follow to get it to sound/perform correctly? My setup is Axe FX II/VHT 2|50|2/Mesa 2x12 thanks, case
  55. C

    Tone Match Clarification Question- Tone Match Block vs User Cab Block

    I have a somewhat similar question.. err, I think. Dumb question? maybe. Will the TM block still function with an amp/power amp/cab setup (i.e. cab sims disabled?) thanks, case
  56. C

    Noob Question: Starter Patch

    Welcome bud! Glad you ended up with one. And very glad I ended up keeping mine. Part of what convinced me to stick with it were DonPeterson's banks from the Ultra/Standard Preset Exchange section of the forum. You'll probably find him on the first few pages. He has one of all Fender flavor...
  57. C

    Other places for presets?

    Howdy, Was surprised that this forum area only dated back to March of last year. Is there a preset "archive" somewhere that I'm missing? I figured the Standard/Ultra presets would be pretty deep. thanks, Case
  58. C

    Poweramp

    I was having a similar problem with my Carvin DCM1000 solid state power amp when I first got hooked up. Finally, I identified a faulty cable as the culprit. I'm now using regular QSC instrument cables between the Axe and Carvin instead of a George L's patch cable, and I'm good to go. Might be...
  59. C

    Using Boss RC2 looper in Axe Standard effects loop: setting levels/layout

    Heya, just an update, got this figured out, but still have one question. Got it working in the loop running in parallel to a shunt. However, I have to crank output 2 in order for it to pick up a signal to record. When I do this, it essentially double-amplifies the input signal, and sounds all...
  60. C

    Using Boss RC2 looper in Axe Standard effects loop: setting levels/layout

    It was an existing (saved) loop that I had recorded. I'll keep playing around and see if I come up with anything. thanks again, case
  61. C

    Using Boss RC2 looper in Axe Standard effects loop: setting levels/layout

    I actually didn't make any adjustments on the pedal. Only moved the effects loop to its own row and ran it parallel to a shunt. (sorry if my terminology is incorrect) In doing so, it looks like the RC2 cant pick up the signal to record it. Thanks for the help so far. Anyone else successfully...
  62. C

    Using Boss RC2 looper in Axe Standard effects loop: setting levels/layout

    Yeah, it records and plays back fine when I have it running all in the same row.
  63. C

    Using Boss RC2 looper in Axe Standard effects loop: setting levels/layout

    Heya, so that works great for getting the levels to sync up and eliminating the knob confusion. But now, when I try to record a 2nd layer over a loop I can't hear the new recorded layer.. Any other suggestions or fixes for that? thanks so much for the help.
  64. C

    Using Boss RC2 looper in Axe Standard effects loop: setting levels/layout

    So is the way I have it hooked up the "right" way? Or is their an optimal way to run it that I'm not utilizing?
  65. C

    Using Boss RC2 looper in Axe Standard effects loop: setting levels/layout

    Ok, so I got things leveled out, but it looks like my guitar volume is almost completely tied to output 2 knob now.. does that make sense? And the loop seems to be completely tied to output 1.. seems contrary to how I have it connected
  66. C

    Using Boss RC2 looper in Axe Standard effects loop: setting levels/layout

    Howdy, got the Axe Standard rocking, and am now trying to get my looping capabilities added in. My signal: Guitar>>Front input>>Back output (left)>>Carvin DCM1000 input>>Carvin ouptut>>Mesa 2x12 Input 2>>RC2 output>>RC2 input>>Axe output 2 My layout is super simple...
  67. C

    Noob question about cab sims and patches

    Heya, When you bypass the global cabinet sims, does that automatically bypass all your patch/preset cabinet settings? Or are they completely unrelated settings? Thanks Case
  68. C

    Bank of Fender

    Is there a way to download them imdividually instead of as an entire bank? Thanks Case
  69. C

    Help:Connecting Axe FX Standard to older iMac, M audio Fast Track Ultra (osx 10.4.11)

    Derp. Never mind again. Just switched to analog outputs and it worked. Thanks Case
  70. C

    Help:Connecting Axe FX Standard to older iMac, M audio Fast Track Ultra (osx 10.4.11)

    ok. connected, editining, having fun.. Now how do I hear it through my computer? I tried running XLR from the Axe to the M audio, but to no avail. Wrong cable? Wrong I/0 settings? All of the above? thanks, case
  71. C

    Help:Connecting Axe FX Standard to older iMac, M audio Fast Track Ultra (osx 10.4.11)

    Nevermind. Had to check "use Ultra/standard version 10...." on the midi settings.
  72. C

    Help:Connecting Axe FX Standard to older iMac, M audio Fast Track Ultra (osx 10.4.11)

    Howdy, Got Axe Edit downloaded and open. Got the new firmware downloaded. But can't get my computer to recognize the Axe FX. I'm using running midi in/out from the M Audio to midi in/out on the Axe. Is there a setting on the Axe I need to change? Feel free to give me a shout or...
  73. C

    My Standard arrives today. Where should I start?

    Spent about an hour jamming on preset two alone (crystal echoes or whatever) I'd say that's a good sign :)
  74. C

    My Standard arrives today. Where should I start?

    Hey guys, this is my 2nd of what's sure to become a host of annoying help questions about the Axe FX Standard. Anyways, it arrives today. I don't have a power amp yet, nor do I have any powered speakers. Should be getting a VHT 2/90/2 this weekend. In the meantime, what methods can I...
  75. C

    REQUEST: Simeon Harris ambient presets

    Just curious, can sounds like the Simeon Harris stuff be achieved on the Standard, or is that "synth-pad-esque" stuff pretty exclusive to the Ultra? thanks, Case
Back
Top Bottom