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40 Synth presets available to download!

That is truly amazing work, Simeon. Thank you for your willingness to share!! Downloaded and donated.
- Mack
- Post #56
- Jun 28, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Confessions of a sound man

Regarding live sound connectivity ............... Most digital desks now have single XLR inputs that accomodate any input signal level from mic to line, so no problem. Most analog desks have XLR mic inputs and TRS line level inputs. Although you can turn your Axe output way down and go into...
- Mack
- Post #28
- Jun 28, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Seeking Opinions: controlled feedback in different firmware versions

Thanks, electronpirate.
- Mack
- Post #5
- Jun 25, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Seeking Opinions: controlled feedback in different firmware versions

Thanks for the response, Pinkycramps. I get great feedback from my Axe, I'd say comparable with my best tube rigs but I was just wondering if anyone had noticed an inherent improvement in guitar/cab feedback interaction since FW14.02. In any case, like you said, it's easy to check out newer...
- Mack
- Post #3
- Jun 24, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Seeking Opinions: controlled feedback in different firmware versions

I'm a gigging player using an Axe2 with fw14.02. It's awesome and honestly, I could work with it forever as is. Can anyone comment from personal experience if any firmware versions newer than 14.02 have an improved propensity to get controlled feedback (as compared to 14.02 and earlier)...
- Mack
- Thread
- Jun 24, 2015
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Axe FX vs Mesa Mark IV 12" combo

lol (i actually did twice reading your post) / had to log in and say thanks / cheers, Mack
- Mack
- Post #15
- Jan 6, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

smcrosby: Thanks for the thumbs-up on my post. I really do appreciate it.
- Mack
- Post #101
- Jun 8, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

To summarize my observations so far..... We have camp1 that says: "Hey Fractal, if losing preset-backwards-compatibility for major firmware updates will allow you to go further with the A2 hardware platform, please do it! And if losing outdated or redundant controls makes your life easier, lose...
- Mack
- Post #68
- May 29, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

Even if this thread was pointless (which it's not), that would not give you a valid reason to shout. There are countless "pointless" threads on the forum. Next time you encounter one that you feel has no merit, just ignore it. Doh. DBAD. Further, you should be well aware that informal user...
- Mack
- Post #66
- May 29, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

I don't agree with you. It's a valid debate. "dumbest", "nonsensical", and "LOL" are uncalled-for. I believe that you are wrong about Fractal in one respect: from what I've seen, Fractal does very much take into account feedback from owners. Where I hope you are correct, is where you are...
- Mack
- Post #58
- May 29, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

I think you're half-right: IMO, you're correct in saying that we don't know the extent to which adhering to "preset-backwards-compatibility" affects development. IMO, you're wrong in saying that it's not logical. I would argue that it's very logical to think that adhering to...
- Mack
- Post #57
- May 29, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

As I noted in my first two posts, I do totally see your position. My thinking is that Fractal is never going to stop developing, so the longer Fractal can keep developing on the A2 platform the better for us A2 owners, right? And no downside for Fractal because the new customers are always...
- Mack
- Post #54
- May 29, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

I don't object to your advocacy for backwards compatibility, but I object to your ignorant assumption and unnecessary tone. I will ignore any further posts from you. I will make one general observation at this point: All the supporters of dropping backwards compatibility (the clear majority...
- Mack
- Post #51
- May 29, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

Sorry Clarky, I have to disagree on a couple of things you say: First of all, I'm a lifer (pro player) and I don't have any problem re-building my patches for each FW release. It's quite likely that they are not as complex as yours but my point here is please don't suggest that the guys with...
- Mack
- Post #49
- May 29, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

You, sir, appear to be an argumentative buffoon. Your ongoing struggle with grasping the point suggests intoxication. From now on, I will ignore your posts.
- Mack
- Post #34
- May 29, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

Some of you have stated that you agree with my thoughts. Cool. Maybe more of you "viewers" will get on board if I can describe it better..... Basically, I am suggesting a different Fractal mission statement with respect to firmware updates: In order to maximize firmware development for the...
- Mack
- Post #29
- May 29, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

The logistics of patch management (ie - updating firmware at a gig) are outside the scope of what I am trying to discuss here. No offense meant. BTW - is bold shouting like all caps? Please see my next post for further explanation of my ideas.
- Mack
- Post #28
- May 29, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

OK, I've got to jump in here.... I'm sorry, Mark's Tone, but I have to ask you to stop with the off-topic stuff on my thread. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
- Mack
- Post #24
- May 28, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

Mark's Tone: Actually, your position makes 100% sense to me: "Stay with FW xx and enjoy". Also, the "new firmware must be compatible with my old presets" camp makes 100% sense as well. (Some guys have hundreds of carefully crafted patches) However, the point of my post is that if Fractal...
- Mack
- Post #15
- May 28, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

Karl Houseknecht: You said: " It's like stepping up to a real amp and turning knobs". That's exactly how I approach it.
- Mack
- Post #9
- May 28, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

Johan Allard: Yeah, that's what I'm talking about....we have the most progressive box in guitarworld, let's not restrict progress!
- Mack
- Post #7
- May 28, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

Chris@KatsuKuriMedia: Yeah, you're right, with some people it's a paradox. But I think those people's position is not valid by any measure. My concern is that some guys have a legit reason to want to keep old presets (ie - many complex presets), right? So what I'm saying is that catering...
- Mack
- Post #3
- May 28, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW Development for Axe-Fx II - Opinions??

Subject moved to another thread. Please delete.
- Mack
- Post #2
- May 28, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development?

I have observed that there are two distinct camps of Axe-Fx II users vis a vis firmware updates: 1. Those that need backwards compatibility with their existing presets, and; 2. Those that don't. Judging from the many posts by "FractalAudio" (Cliff Chase personally, if I...
- Mack
- Thread
- May 28, 2014
- Replies: 110
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW Development for Axe-Fx II - Opinions??

FW15 - Backwards Compatibility Compromises Development? I have observed that there are two distinct camps of Axe-Fx II users vis a vis firmware updates: 1. Those that need backwards compatibility with their existing presets, and; 2. Those that don't. Judging from the many posts by...
- Mack
- Thread
- May 28, 2014
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW 14.02 Bug

Try this troubleshoot: If your CF Comp or Cathode Squish is set to anything but zero, set them all to zero. Does the popping go away? If so, then it is related to a bug I've been chasing and we can discuss further. If not, oh well....good luck anyways.
- Mack
- Post #2
- May 17, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
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Request for Troubleshooting Dynamics Section

adew: Thank you very much for weighing-in on this. Really appreciate it. Mack
- Mack
- Post #10
- May 8, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Request for Troubleshooting Dynamics Section

AnthonyZ: Thanks, you were indeed very helpful. Bakerman: Thanks for joining in. Yeah, I concur with three things you say: 1. the greater the change in CF Comp value, the louder the noise 2. no input signal is necessary 3. it's not very noticeable when playing (but noticeable if I...
- Mack
- Post #8
- May 7, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Request for Troubleshooting Dynamics Section

Hey AnthonyZ... Ya, I've done full (re)installs of the FW and presets, same results. Are you saying that you get a thump while actually rotating the CF Comp value? Please confirm that I've understood you correctly. If so, that seems really weird because in my case there is no thump at all...
- Mack
- Post #5
- May 7, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Request for Troubleshooting Dynamics Section

Thanks, AnthonyZ. I really appreciate it. I won't be able to check the forum again until later tonight. Cheers, Mack
- Mack
- Post #3
- May 7, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Fletcher-Munson

First of all, I agree with swervedriver, for best results dial in at gig levels. If you do that, you can always use the Global EQ for your quiet practice level. If your circumstances don't allow tweaking patches at gig levels, I would approach the required gig EQ more as "cutting highs and...
- Mack
- Post #12
- May 7, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Request for Troubleshooting Dynamics Section

FYI, I posted this concern three days ago in the Bugs forum but there are no replies. I'm pretty sure there is an X/Y switching bug in the poweramp dynamics sections. I think this may also be responsible for some of the un-explained scene-switching glitches that have been reported by others...
- Mack
- Thread
- May 7, 2014
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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v14 Presets

Sharka, thanks for the tip about Yek's presets. For now, at least I know I haven't missed anything from Fractal.
- Mack
- Post #6
- May 3, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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v14 Presets

In another thread, M@ referred to the "v14 presets". Does anyone know where to go to download them? The presets on the webpage are still the same v12 presets. I checked the file in case the text is not updated but it's the same file as a few months ago (316,537 bytes). Thanks.
- Mack
- Thread
- May 3, 2014
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FW 14.02 CF Comp Bug ?

To FractalAudio: Thank you for your response. Please investigate further, I'm positive there is a bug when X/Y amp switching if X and Y are the same amp but only one is using CF Comp. Here is my process to re-create: - Axe-Fx II first-gen - fresh install FW 14.02 - fresh install latest...
- Mack
- Post #5
- May 3, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
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FW 14.02 CF Comp Bug ?

If I use CF Comp (set to anything other than zero), I get a thump when X/Y amp switching. To recreate: Use ODS-100 Lead as Amp 1-X and ODS-100 Lead as Amp 1-Y. Set CF Comp to 25% (or whatever) in Amp 1-Y. You will hear a thump when switching from X to Y. It makes no difference if you...
- Mack
- Thread
- May 2, 2014
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
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Steep Learning Curve!

Where do I get the v14 factory presets? The ones on the webpage are still the same v12 presets. I checked the file in case the text is not updated but it's the same file as a few months ago (316,537 bytes). Thanks in advance.
- Mack
- Post #27
- May 2, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Nothing beats the "TV mix" Cabs, not even UltraRes (Opinion)

FWIW: I agree with Clark Kent and barhrecords here // and I like clarky's logic (and candor) Mack
- Mack
- Post #41
- Apr 11, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Fwd: Killer Allan Holdsworth presets for the Axe 2 uploaded today

rdymond: Very cool of you to post these patches here / Derryl is an amazing player (and teacher) who, IMO should be a lot more famous than he is. (Allan is not too bad either :-) Cheers, Mack
- Mack
- Post #4
- Mar 13, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Can you hear a difference?

Clark: If there is a point of principle or business consideration that you are working on, I apologize in advance for missing that point. However, if you are about making your guitar sound and feel as good as possible, I'll quickly share my comments: I totally hear the difference in your...
- Mack
- Post #21
- Mar 10, 2014
- Forum: The Lounge
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Using 2 Matrix NL212s Live

Hi pjrake: If I understand your rig correctly, you're using a SS poweramp and guitar cabs. Accordingly, you have poweramp modelling ON, but cabs sims OFF, right? I would imagine that you need the cab sims ON for your FOH signal; are you doing that using the FX send? One other thing, you...
- Mack
- Post #24
- Mar 6, 2014
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Basic Question re FW13.02

allard, thank you for the precise response. barhrecords, what you suggest sounds like a great idea just to be certain. Thank you. Mack
- Mack
- Post #4
- Feb 11, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Basic Question re FW13.02

I've read other threads about FW13 but I'd really appreciate a clear confirmation (or correction) of my basic understanding: If I install FW13.02, then do a full system reset, and then install the latest factory presets (V12_Factory_Presets), the following will be the case: 1. at this...
- Mack
- Thread
- Feb 11, 2014
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Custom Equipment Cover Manufacturers

xrist04 and DigitalTube, thanks so much for the info. Really appreciated. Mack
- Mack
- Post #9
- Jan 23, 2014
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
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Custom Equipment Cover Manufacturers

dukemcrae and ScottyB, thank you very much for the leads. Rex, I'm in the process of "racking" my Axe in a tolex-covered enclosure more like a traditional amp head. Mack
- Mack
- Post #5
- Jan 22, 2014
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
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Custom Equipment Cover Manufacturers

Can anyone recommend where I could get a custom-made soft padded bag for a small rack? I bought a speaker cover from Tuki that has been great but I'm looking for other options in case they can't do it. Thank in advance. Mack
- Mack
- Thread
- Jan 21, 2014
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
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Software for MFC-101

jjozwia, thanks for the replies, received this evening. (no idea why I didn't get anything you sent before today). Also, thanks again for taking the time to develop (and support) the app. Much appreciated. Mack
- Mack
- Post #9
- Jan 11, 2014
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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I have to write this thank you about a person here

+1 One detail that I have really appreciated about Matt is that he is thorough. I try to be logical and systematic; often resulting in many questions and contingencies. In my experience, most people only give partial answers. Not Matt, he doesn't miss a thing. Great product support...
- Mack
- Post #13
- Jan 11, 2014
- Forum: The Lounge
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Software for MFC-101

Thanks to WITELITE and to s0c9 for their comments. Curiously, both WITELITE and s0c9 have described Jason as "incredibly responsive". Unfortunately I can't concurr. Although Jason posted to this thread with a pitch, he has not responded to my direct inquiry, in this thread, as well as in...
- Mack
- Post #7
- Jan 11, 2014
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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Software for MFC-101

WITELITE, thanks for weighing-in. Mack
- Mack
- Post #5
- Jan 10, 2014
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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Software for MFC-101

Hi Jason: Thanks for the reply. I'm inclined to go ahead and check out your app. Has anyone ever reported Fedit causing any problems or conflicts to other apps or to the OS? I am surprised that no one has weighed in with comments on your software. I recently read several threads about it...
- Mack
- Post #3
- Jan 9, 2014
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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FASLink Adapters

Thank you!
- Mack
- Post #3
- Jan 9, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FASLink Adapters

Can anyone provide the exact dimensions (LxWxD) of the Fractal XA-1 and XA-2 adapters? Thanks in advance if you can help.
- Mack
- Thread
- Jan 8, 2014
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Software for MFC-101

Can anyone recommend software for Mac to program songs/sets on the MFC? Has anyone tried eJoz Fedit for Mac? (latest is beta v2?) Thanks for any info.
- Mack
- Thread
- Jan 8, 2014
- Replies: 9
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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FRFR / line array top

I agree that placement is critical but I don't think it would be any more challenging than any other type of cab or wedge. In fact, the PSA1 has spiggots at two different angles.
- Mack
- Post #3
- May 21, 2013
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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FRFR / line array top

Has anyone used a line array top as a backline FRFR solution for the Axe? It occured to me that a line array top might be great for this application because of their wide horizontal / narrow vertical dispersion patterns. You could fill the room width, but less bouncing off the floor and...
- Mack
- Thread
- May 21, 2013
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Question for Scott Peterson and other RCF users

Nothing compares to real-world experience. Thanks for taking the time to share. Mack
- Mack
- Post #15
- Aug 31, 2012
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Question for Scott Peterson and other RCF users

Thanks for the additional comments, gentlemen. Points noted. Cheers. Mack
- Mack
- Post #9
- Aug 30, 2012
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Question for Scott Peterson and other RCF users

Thanks for the comments, guys. I really appreciate it. Scott, I had asked for your input specifically because I have been following your CLR thread as well. Thanks for replying. To be clear, I didn't take the "no feedback" thing literally, but I speculated that it has, by design, good...
- Mack
- Post #6
- Aug 30, 2012
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Question for Scott Peterson and other RCF users

I read some advertising material on the RCF NX12sma that talks about one of its great features being the "complete absence of feedback". Obviously a great thing for a vocal monitor. Of course I would like to think that with the AxeII it rejects sudden unpleasant jolts of harsh random feedback...
- Mack
- Thread
- Aug 30, 2012
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Question re: Multiple Coaxial Speaker Rig

It's a tough call when not all the presets are requiring the same EQ tweak....... BTW, cool rig you've got: AFX thru GT1000 into coax 2x12 with angled baffle! Sweet. Mack
- Mack
- Post #16
- Apr 25, 2012
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Question re: Multiple Coaxial Speaker Rig

Thanks for the invite, Matt. Unfortunately, I'm going to have to settle for the pics and vids....but I'm looking forward to it! Cheers, Mack
- Mack
- Post #15
- Apr 25, 2012
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Question re: Multiple Coaxial Speaker Rig

Interesting. I wonder if the Eminence coaxials inherently have less dispersion; I would have thought that a wider frequency spectrum would produce more phase issues, all other things being equal. Thanks for the post. Mack
- Mack
- Post #13
- Apr 25, 2012
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Question re: Multiple Coaxial Speaker Rig

Thanks for this, TT. Good to know. Cheers, Mack
- Mack
- Post #10
- Apr 24, 2012
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Question re: Multiple Coaxial Speaker Rig

Thanks for the comments, guys..... it seems that the general consensus is that side by side may not yield the best results, but separated and/or angled away from each other would be workable. Makes sense. I guess it will come down to the individual performance characteristics of each specific...
- Mack
- Post #8
- Apr 24, 2012
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Question re: Multiple Coaxial Speaker Rig

I'm an AFX2 owner and, like many others, am waiting for the new FRFR products from Atomic and Matrix. It's been suggested a couple of times on this forum (eg: Rex on the "Matrix FRFR 1x12 Coaxial Solution!" thread) that the reason you don't typically see coaxial drivers in a 2x12" or 4x12"...
- Mack
- Thread
- Apr 23, 2012
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Active Atomic Reactor Cabinet SPL

Sixstring: I forgot about the gear lists at the bottom of posts. I guess a better question would be: "are you sticking with your Art SLA-2/Verve 12M rig?" I'm thinking the Atomic CLRs might be the solution for me, especially for the clean headroom. Thoughts?
- Mack
- Post #4
- Apr 10, 2012
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Active Atomic Reactor Cabinet SPL

Thanks for the response, Sixstring...........makes sense, 2 x 6L6 instead of 4 / 1x12" instead of 2. BTW, it's not that I want to go as loud as a Twin, I just want pristine clean that will keep up with my 50W crunch, so I need major headroom. I note that you used to own a Reactor; what do...
- Mack
- Post #3
- Apr 10, 2012
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Active Atomic Reactor Cabinet SPL

I would like to have an idea of how loud and CLEAN an active Atomic Reactor cabinet can go with an Axe-FxII clean preset. For me personally, the best comparative reference would be a real 100W silverface Fender Twin Reverb.........can anyone tell me if I can get into Twin SPL territory with an...
- Mack
- Thread
- Apr 9, 2012
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Amps and Cabs