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  1. RalphNYC

    Should I buy a '65 Fender Strat ?!

    I went through a period 15 years ago when I had a lot of vintage guitars. Fenders and Gibsons. They are much more than guitars - they are collector items, they are sort of historical documents, they are close enough to hand made to have all kinds of variations. They are in a way works of art...
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    Is the Axe II still worth it in 2022 for bedroom player

    I just rebought the AxeFX 2 since I last had one maybe 8 years ago if not more. It’s still in transit. I’ve been gigging 10 years straight now and I’ve tried all kinds of real amps and modelers - just a cover band playing around town. I’ve learned that form factor is #1 and then price and sound...
  3. RalphNYC

    FS Axe-FX II and MFC-101 For Sale in S. Florida

    If you’re willing to ship to NY I’d be willing to make an offer - thanks
  4. RalphNYC

    How's FM3 as an audio interface?

    What is the round trip latency in Reaper (or Ableton etc) you are getting using FM3 as the interface with the buffer at 128 and a sample rate 48k? I'm debating getting the FM3 and using it as my main interface. The MIDI in/out also functions with your DAW - in other words you can connect a synth...
  5. RalphNYC

    FM3 or Line 6 HX Stomp as multi FX

    I've owned the AxeFX II, the III briefly, and the AX8. I think they are all great. I've owned the Helix, the HX Stomp (still have), the Kemper Profiler, the Atomic Amplifire (a few models), the Avid 11 Rack, the Mooer and some Zoom and Boss stuff (still have the GT1000). Before covid, I'd been...
  6. RalphNYC

    FM3 sounding better through headphones than monitors

    I've always preferred modelers through headphones. A lot of guys don't. I also like listening to music through headphones. I've had the Axe 2 and Axe 3 and I absolutely love the engulfing experience of headphones when using them.
  7. RalphNYC

    Post here if you've received an invite for the Headphone Jack model!

    Just got my invite yesterday
  8. RalphNYC

    FM3 or Line 6 HX Stomp as multi FX

    I just got my FM3 invite and I'm really on the fence about it, given that I have the Stomp and it fits in my gig bag. For me, fitting in the gig bag is a really big deal when it comes to gigs and rehearsals, which combined are only about 5 times per month, but still.... I love the Fractal...
  9. RalphNYC

    Post here if you've received an invite for the Headphone Jack model!

    Ooh I’m April 25 2019
  10. RalphNYC

    Poll: Where do you use your Axe-Fx III mostly?

    I'm surprised by the wait for FC to go live. I use a little 6 button midi switch box to do all I need live. Clean, dirty, delay, phaser, compressor. I know some people have big pro gigs - but I think most people can fully enjoy their Axe with a smaller controller live.
  11. RalphNYC

    AFIII Eleanor Rigby & Cliff's "Amp In The Room" Preset

    Awesome!
  12. RalphNYC

    Amp in the Room?

    Why would I need an amp in the room if I have an AxeFX :)
  13. RalphNYC

    AFIII Tweed Deluxe

    yeah that sounds freakin great - that and a boost block and you’re good for an evening of rock blues funk pop and country
  14. RalphNYC

    AFIII Axe Fx 3 Synth Block | Jazz Fusion

    Mighty nice thanks for posting
  15. RalphNYC

    FS Wanted: Labels for MFC, any make

    I'm looking for labels for the Fractal MFC -- thanks!
  16. RalphNYC

    Could an FX8 be used to control the III (limited control) ?

    Not really designed for full on midi controller purposes. You use midi blocks - like a drive block or delay block that can be turned off and on. The off and on states will send a PC and/or CC command. Something like the Morningstar MC6 or the RJM Mastemind Lite would be better midi controllers...
  17. RalphNYC

    Implemented Metronom

    Yes I miss the metronome as well. Especially liked it when using the LOOPER block but also just in general it is a great practice tool including at band rehearsals. I loved being able to activate it with a midi button
  18. RalphNYC

    Odd Idea for Basic MIDI Control for AFX III

    I use the Morningstar MC6 to change scenes and run the looper and bypass effects. But you can do that with a lot of different controllers, including the MFC-101
  19. RalphNYC

    Axe-Fx III wait list: Let us know when you get notified...

    No massive learning curve. You start with the first preset when you turn it on. You click down on the big knob to look at your blocks. You arrow over to the drive and turn it on. You go over to the delay and turn it on. You come back to the forum and try to find the words. Easy
  20. RalphNYC

    Any FC release time info ?

    Hmm, there's nothing else going on with my setup. Only that parameter. I haven't had any trouble with delayed switching. My biggest trouble is getting my foot and hands to be perfectly on the beat, which is why I wish there were a quantize option on the looper with a metronome.
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    Any FC release time info ?

    Here's a nice MC6 on reverb for $200 plus $10 shipping: https://reverb.com/item/11959883-morningstar-mc6 I haven't done it yet with the III but you can select all 8 scenes and all 4 channels with most midi controllers, including the MC6. Just assign a CC number to the Scene Select function in...
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    Any FC release time info ?

    It's the Switch Senstivity parameter in the main configuration page (when you first boot up and hold down D+F). That needs to be a higher value (less delay) rather than lower. I have to check where mine is, I recall 5 was too difficult for the double button pushes (which I did at the beginning...
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    Any FC release time info ?

    It was very simple to configure the MC6 to control the looper. I got confused for a bit as I didn't see the DUB function in the midi assignment screen, and then I realized the looper has been rewritten to just incorporate DUB into RECORD which is easier anyway. So to do a new layer you just use...
  24. RalphNYC

    Just got my III and all I have to say is

    the thing is so beautiful- especially when turned on - that even people who don’t play an instrument should buy it.
  25. RalphNYC

    Any FC release time info ?

    This is another nice small controller - more money though https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/MastermindLT--rjm-music-mastermind-lt-midi-controller
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    Any FC release time info ?

    Agreed. I’d take either version I could find. Preferably a new one but those are not out yet
  27. RalphNYC

    Any FC release time info ?

    I wouldn’t worry about the new version of the MC6, as I think it’s highly unlikely that anyone would care about the extras it comes with. If you’re a midi fanatic, then yes. But if you want a gig-bag size switcher for scenes,blocks, x/y, and presets (and more) just get a used original version MC6.
  28. RalphNYC

    Axe-Fx III wait list: Let us know when you get notified...

    Got a nice email this morning. Heart palpitations....
  29. RalphNYC

    Recommendations on economical setup, suitable for the weekly jam

    I have a 10” powered monitor and I can’t even turn it half way up with my 5 piece rock band which has 2 singers, keys, bass, drums and 2 guitars. So I wouldn’t worry about that. I use a Yamaha DBR10 and it’s stupid loud if needed.
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    Recommendations on economical setup, suitable for the weekly jam

    Sell the amp and the 4-12. Buy a nice powered FRFR monitor, either 10" or 12" speaker. Then you'll be able to play at home with low volume through the Fractal into this FRFR monitor, or bring the fractal and monitor to any size gigs and play as loud as you want.
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    Any FC release time info ?

    I will when it arrives on Monday. I don't see any issues - given that the midi is similar to the AxeFx 2 as far as I can see in the manual.
  32. RalphNYC

    Any FC release time info ?

    It’s a great little box that’ll come in handy even when you have the new foot controller. I love the MFC - it’s amazing. But this little guy is all you need for basic gigs. The pic I showed is my “page 1”. Page 2 gives me all the looper controls. Page 3 can be scenes. Etc And you can plug in...
  33. RalphNYC

    Axe-Fx III wait list: Let us know when you get notified...

    Invite on a 5:02pm EST confirmation
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    Any FC release time info ?

    The thing I like about the MC6 is that it’ll fit in your gig bag and gets the job done with my II. I just got an MFC-101 too and it’s awesome but I’m more likely to take the MC6 to a gig.
  35. RalphNYC

    Neal Schon Axe-Fx III vs Axe-Fx II

    Great but what about his son Miles - I’m digging his sound!
  36. RalphNYC

    How do I change drive on an amp when setting up Scene Controller?

    Does the new III allow effects parameters to change from scene to scene without scene controllers?
  37. RalphNYC

    MFC Tuner sensitivity

    I just got an MFC, and I don't mind the tuner function on it at all. It's not as good obviously as the AxeFX but good enough for gigs. I also have an Morningstar MC6 that communicates with the tuner on the AxeFX and that is really bad. So coming from that to the MFC was a nice surprise actually.
  38. RalphNYC

    New Line 6 FRFR cab - Powercab

    The cab modeling is cool. I don't get why they want to try to also make it function like a regular cab.
  39. RalphNYC

    New Line 6 FRFR cab - Powercab

    I don't really get it. An FRFR that stores the impulse responses is a cool idea - and you might as well extend that to have the monitor store high quality reverbs, mods, and delays while you're at it. But does anyone need the faux guitar cab feature in this?
  40. RalphNYC

    New used Fractal

    Is there a separate MFC manual? Ah here it is: https://www.fractalaudio.com/downloads/manuals/mfc-101/MFC-101-Owners-Manual.pdf
  41. RalphNYC

    Alternative Foot Controller

    You can get a used MFC mk3 for $350 these days
  42. RalphNYC

    Post Your Axe-Fx III Rigs Here!

    3+2=5, it's that simple
  43. RalphNYC

    Axe-Fx III wait list: Let us know when you get notified...

    Get a used XL+ for around $1350. Insanely good product, and save over $1000 vs the III, and get it delivered by the end of the week.
  44. RalphNYC

    AFIII To All The Pundits

    Can we repeat but with the AxeFX II ?
  45. RalphNYC

    AFIII The III does a very chill Sugaree

    I would go further and say this is true of all the greats - including Clapton, the 3 Kings, Eddie, Stevie, Jerry, Jimmy H and Jimmy P, Gilmour, Yngwie. It’s not the notes but the pockets they create. It’s the pocket that moves you - every time.
  46. RalphNYC

    AFIII To All The Pundits

    This is f#@cking cool! The variation between those 4 is equal to the variation one would hear with any fixed amp - just from picking attack and where the strings are hit.
  47. RalphNYC

    So far I'm not entirely sold on the Axe Fx 3....

    Basically it comes down to one camp of "super users" that is already pushing the limits of their II and see the III as opening up a lot of new options for them, another camp that simply enjoys the "ride" of all the new updates (some of these people may also be super users), and a last camp that...
  48. RalphNYC

    Detailed extensive review what you need to know!!

    From what I’ve read here so far and the great II vs III comparison video by Milo, and the few things Cliff has said about the sonic differences, it’s clear that the III sounds darn similar to the II right now. A bit punchier. But the entirely new interface and the additional features all add up...
  49. RalphNYC

    Detailed extensive review what you need to know!!

    was this a joke? I like the idea of auto engage but haven’t gotten used to it on my XL+
  50. RalphNYC

    FRFR: I Admit I Prefer It

    Most of the sounds people chase are heard on recordings - when people want the EVH brown sound they are almost always referencing eddie’s recorded sound on some song, not the sound they heard in eddie’s living room while he was jamming in front of them. I am puzzled why guitarists think they...
  51. RalphNYC

    Save up for AX8 or wait for Axe FX 3?

    Given what you said about liking 2 amps in a preset it sounds like you’ll be better off with more horsepower. I’d highly recommend getting a gently used AxeFx II and wait for the III to develop a bit before deciding if you want to pay the extra grand for the screen and horsepower. I just bought...
  52. RalphNYC

    Axe-Fx III can take a pedal

    That was great thanks! Sounds really good
  53. RalphNYC

    Axe-Fx III can take a pedal

    Some of your amazing playing would make for a nice clip right about now....
  54. RalphNYC

    AFIII Axe-Fx III Factory Presets 21-30

    Great demos! This box sounds ridiculously good.
  55. RalphNYC

    AFIII Axe-Fx III Factory Presets 1-10

    Sounds freakin great
  56. RalphNYC

    First Look: My new main gig rig (soon)!

    You sound almost as excited as I have been with my recently acquired AxeFX XL+ ..... : )
  57. RalphNYC

    How exactly do I assign quick controlls?

    Is it possible to set the A,B,C quick controls to always be Amp Drive, Reverb Mix, Delay Mix no matter what screen I’m in or what preset. Just have them fixed at that?
  58. RalphNYC

    AFIII Quick Polyphonic Pitch Shift Demo

    And it's easier!
  59. RalphNYC

    AFIII Quick Polyphonic Pitch Shift Demo

    Your playing and sound are great! But you might as well play these notes instead - it’s not any harder
  60. RalphNYC

    Axe-Fx Looper & Beatbuddy? (MIDI Sync)

    I was going to try this as well. What have your results been so far?
  61. RalphNYC

    Pedal controlling 2 blocks in 1 preset

    That’s a heck of a solution bakerman.
  62. RalphNYC

    Pedal controlling 2 blocks in 1 preset

    I have yet to download this preset. Does the pedal in this setup control wah when wah is on (and drive is at the fixed value)?
  63. RalphNYC

    Pedal controlling 2 blocks in 1 preset

    I think the whole controller/modifier aspect of the AxeFx is sort of mind bending. There are so many possibilities. Envelopes for pick attack, 2 separate LFOs, attack/release curves, and who uses the sequencer to control stuff? Then of course pedals and switches. This is my mf6 and little exp...
  64. RalphNYC

    Pedal controlling 2 blocks in 1 preset

    Yes I've got it set to cc#16 right now for EXT CTRL 1 and I have that modifying my WAH block. I could set up an identical bank on the MC6 (I typically put 6 effects on a bank, some are x/y states some are on/off), but with the pedal now controlling cc#17 which is the default for EXT CTRL 2 and...
  65. RalphNYC

    Pedal controlling 2 blocks in 1 preset

    That’s great thank you for detailing that. I get the idea and the approach. Another thing I’ve learned is that the midi controller I use (Morningstar MC6) assigns the expression pedal cc# on a per-bank basis. So if I’m using that controller I can toggle what my pedal controls in a fixed preset...
  66. RalphNYC

    how resistant is axe fx2 to blackouts?/how to protect my unit from blackouts

    That’s insane overkill. Even this is more than you need.
  67. RalphNYC

    Pedal controlling 2 blocks in 1 preset

    Makes sense - that's a nice option. I can use another pedal if needed as well. I had a Kemper briefly and I seem to recall it doing something like: wah if on, else volume.
  68. RalphNYC

    Line 6 HX Effects: a possible alternative to the upcoming FC footswitches

    I had this idea as well and bought a used hx effects to try. It wasn’t bad - but at the end of the day I prefer my MC6. First of all the hx effects is large - it can’t fit in a guitar gig bag. Not a game changer, but for me smaller is always better. I came to the realization that as a 6-button...
  69. RalphNYC

    Pedal controlling 2 blocks in 1 preset

    Thanks this is one way to go. Basically alternating bypass states between a controllable wah and a controllable drive block. Ideally I was looking to have a sort of priority mode - if wah is on then pedal controls it and drive in drive1 block stays at its current value, else pedal controls...
  70. RalphNYC

    Pedal controlling 2 blocks in 1 preset

    Thanks I need to study this a bit to understand it. Will do that and give the file a try. Thanks very much.
  71. RalphNYC

    Pedal controlling 2 blocks in 1 preset

    Can I set up an expression pedal to control wah when wah is engaged and drive amount in a drive block whenever the wah is bypassed? I could use a programmable midi controller if necessary (mc6).
  72. RalphNYC

    Headphone Sound Disappointing. User Error?

    If you’re getting good sound out to frfr and your headphones are working well on other devices then I think it’s time to open a request to fractal support.
  73. RalphNYC

    Headphone Sound Disappointing. User Error?

    That's interesting. Headphone out is getting the signal that goes to Output 1 L+R, nothing special. Mine is freakin loud - I have to be careful because even below 12 oclock I can get a little ringing in my ears after playing. If you have cabs or power amps turned off (like if you're running your...
  74. RalphNYC

    Headphone Sound Disappointing. User Error?

    I guess it depends on your headphones but I would not use a headphone amp. It's already very loud without getting to 12 o'clock on the output knob.
  75. RalphNYC

    Fractal Audio DRIVE models: Face Fuzz (based on Dallas-Arbiter Fuzz Face)

    I love the Face Fuzz - have it as my drive 2 after the Timmy and not only do they give me 2 totally different flavors but they also sound fantastic when both on together.
  76. RalphNYC

    Ooooh... Charts and Graphs

    Ok yes this actually confirms what I've been thinking all along: I need one of these AxeFX III's
  77. RalphNYC

    new MC6 coming soon...

    I've got an MC6 right now and it's a great size and nicely flexible. I'm looking forward though to trying a Line 6 HX Effects as a controller. That has the scribble scripts, slightly bigger layout (8 buttons), built in tuner, and of course hundreds of effects that can't hurt.
  78. RalphNYC

    Headphone Sound Disappointing. User Error?

    Everything from crystal clean to evh juiced up marshalls. Sounds incredible through the headphones using my AxeFx II. I've used two different headphones - nothing too expensive. And it just sounds massive. I have to say that I also like listening to music with headphones. I like to hear every...
  79. RalphNYC

    Headphone Sound Disappointing. User Error?

    I get a huge sound from my headphones with the AxeFx XL+. Could live with that sound forever.
  80. RalphNYC

    AXE -FXII now on Close Out sale status in store! Get one while u can!

    If you sell yours now for $1400 then you've basically "paid" $1100 for 4 years of use, or $275 per year for an incredible piece of gear which has been upgraded in that time. That's really not bad.
  81. RalphNYC

    Line6 HX Effects as midi controller for Axe FX II

    I've got an MC6 midi controller that works well with the Axe and is very portable, but I'm thinking for a little extra size (and money) I'll get all that plus nearly a Fractal FX8, for around 500 used (when available). Looks interesting.
  82. RalphNYC

    Is it me or is the Axe fx 3 aesthetically unpleasing?

    Are you nuts. The thing looks great. Drool worthy. I'm drooling, at least.
  83. RalphNYC

    How Long Until III’s Amp Modeling Definitively Surpasses the II?

    III is 50% more than II
  84. RalphNYC

    MC-6. Small, fully programmable midi controller

    Yeah I can't figure out how to do it. Just resets it to preset 000. Seems like the video example works but it's not totally clear that he isn't really just flipping to preset 000 also, I don't think he hits the button more than once. I don't know how the MC6 would know what preset the Axe is...
  85. RalphNYC

    MC-6. Small, fully programmable midi controller

    Ah true. That allows a pedal board out front with a pedal attached to the mc6. I just set up bank 1 on my MC6 to do 3 scenes on the bottom row (clean, crunch, solo) and back row is cc toggles for chorus, delay x/y, and boost (drive 2). One thing I found helpful in the scene switches is to...
  86. RalphNYC

    MC-6. Small, fully programmable midi controller

    Can you list your program messages here for the button you want to do scroll_up
  87. RalphNYC

    MC-6. Small, fully programmable midi controller

    Is there any advantage in connecting a pedal to the mc6 rather than directly to the AxeFx?
  88. RalphNYC

    A real overdrive pedal

    There's also a "back and forth" effect. I've been using some great drive pedals that I love with a real amp for a while - low to mid gains, And I bought an XL+ this week, I'm thinking Wow these drives sound so great! ---- there's just something about going back and forth that somehow makes new...
  89. RalphNYC

    MC-6. Small, fully programmable midi controller

    There's something about clearing a toggle value that i think is required.
  90. RalphNYC

    MC-6. Small, fully programmable midi controller

    similar problem for me I'm using the "conditional" feature to designate a single button to toggle an effect on/off when pressed normally, and to toggle X/Y states when held down. After I toggle on/off of the effect, I then need to hold down once (with no impact) before I can the start toggling...
  91. RalphNYC

    Preventing Damage to Rig

    Does heat become an issue if the axefx 2 is mounted in a Gator 2u soft case with just the front panel and back panel "doors" open while the rest including the sides are covered? Seems like very little ventilation.
  92. RalphNYC

    Are amp blocks necessary?

    That is a great sound! I can easily hear that working beautifully for a Strokes sort of vibe. I'm sorry I just can't get over this. The quality of sounds, and the variety, and the effects. It's overwhelming in a (good) way I did not experience with my Kemper or Atomic machine
  93. RalphNYC

    Are amp blocks necessary?

    Yeah I tried it without the amp and just the drive into cab. Cool but different and would have specific uses for particular sounds.
  94. RalphNYC

    Are amp blocks necessary?

    This sounds like my old transistor Stage 40 amp on 10. Very intense sound - but no Cab block either
  95. RalphNYC

    Are amp blocks necessary?

    Just unboxed and plugged in my new used XL+ having been away from Fractal for 5 years. I AM ABSOLUTELY F-ING FLOORED! I am shocked at how good this thing sounds. WOW are you kidding me?? Haven't made it past preset 0, not sure why anyone would want to?
  96. RalphNYC

    Are amp blocks necessary?

    One thing that's always confused me about modelers - I've got an XL+ waiting to unbox at home right now after a few years away from Fractal - is the combined use of drive and amp blocks. Of course I understand that if you're looking to capture the sound of a tube screamer through a fender...
  97. RalphNYC

    MC-6. Small, fully programmable midi controller

    Here's a video showing scrolling of presets along with other useful info
  98. RalphNYC

    Good time to get an XL, or two ...

    I bought a used one just yesterday. It's been a couple years since I had an AxeFx. Really looking forward to it.
  99. RalphNYC

    III on the Floor

    Why do you say that? Boss just introduced a full blown $1k floor modeler similar to the helix after that things success. Seems to me there's demand for high end floor boards.
  100. RalphNYC

    Interested in an Axe but ...

    I think the Helix would work better for you if you want to use a modeling setup. Just plug the guitar and bass into a simple Radial switcher pedal and then into the input and you'll have all the outputs and send/receive you need, looper, built in floor board and pedal with room for more pedals...
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