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My band's new single. Axe FX II powered!

My band The Room Colored Charlatan's new single! Give us a like on Facebook, and share this with your metalhead friends. I use the Axe FX II, with a 5153 Red patch for rhythm's, and Friedman HBE for leads. Play this with my Strandberg 7 as well with Sentient/Pegasus combo. Thanks!
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- Mar 31, 2014
- Replies: 5
- Forum: The Lounge
Looking for direct in patches for playing live.

Need a 5153 Red rhythm patch, and a Rectifier Rhythm patch
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- Mar 18, 2014
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Some problems with my Strandberg, and Lace X bars...

So these Lace pickups have barely the output they should have even though the volume is cranked, and I have had them raised obscenely high. Anyone know what could be causing this? Bad Volume pot? Bad wiring?
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- Mar 3, 2014
- Replies: 0
- Forum: The Lounge
Apologize if this a repost but...

Anyone see this? Keith Merrow & Andrew Wade on Axe FX vs Kemper - YouTube
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- Feb 12, 2014
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Quilter?

Quilter Amps Anyone hear of these?
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- Feb 1, 2014
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Looking for custom live in case for cab and rack.

Anyone have a company they recommend for this type of work?
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- Jan 14, 2014
- Replies: 5
- Forum: The Lounge
Anyone changing patches via a MIDI interface with an iPad LIVE with a click track?

I am wanting to do this, and am curious if anyone has experience, and hopefully a success story?
- Trainwreck1446
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- Dec 26, 2013
- Replies: 20
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
Found this. Apparently Fractal powered.

Enjoy.
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- Dec 20, 2013
- Replies: 2
- Forum: The Lounge
Any idea where to buy a 7 pin midi cable for a decent price?

I am looking to replace one just for home use. Anyone know of one of those places to get cables on the cheap that would have this? Thanks.
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- Dec 2, 2013
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Anyone use the new Matrix FR212 for metal or any drop tuned riffage yet?

Would love to hear a demo of this. Would be the dream answer to my problems if it sounded good. I am a proud owner of a GT1000FX, would love to pair this up with it. Any vids out there With some heavy rhythm metal playing? I have heard the leads and they are killer, so not really looking for...
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- Nov 11, 2013
- Replies: 29
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Getting loud random speaker pops since 11.4 update.... Anyone else?

I'm worried it might bust a speaker at gig volume, but more so it scares the shit out of me at random times haha. Plus at a gig, it would sound awful. Anyone else experiencing this? And if not, any ideas as to what is going on? Using a Matrix GT1000FX, all plugged into a Monster 2500 power...
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- Oct 29, 2013
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
EHX Slammi

This thing looks and sounds great. Do we have anything that tracks as well as this thing in the Axe? I know we have most of the tonal capabilities in the Axe, but this thing seems super versatile. I find the tracking ability with some of the pitch stuff to be lacking. But that could be just me...
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- Oct 24, 2013
- Replies: 4
- Forum: The Lounge
Between the Buried and Me, and The Faceless tour

Just saw these guys Monday night in Louisville. This show could not have been better. BTBAM played Future Sequence in it's entirety. Dustie's live tone is so incredible. What amp model is that and how is it set?! Also Wes Hauch is a monster, and put on a great show. Caught a glimpse of his rig...
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- Oct 16, 2013
- Replies: 3
- Forum: The Lounge
Need help with a click track situation.

My band has click tracks with live samples going out to FOH. We currently use a phone or laptop to play the tracks which are then split to a pair of IEM's and then to a DI to FOH. The click is panned left to go to in ears only, and the samples are panned right to go to FOH only. But for some...
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- Sep 10, 2013
- Replies: 7
- Forum: The Lounge
Having some serious trouble.

I can not for the life of me get a cabinet with a Carvin DCM1540L and the Axe FX II to sound good. It sounds so fizzy and grainy. I am using a Port City OS wave 4x12, and an Orange PPC212C. I have tried so many different things. Any tips that helped anyone else get over that fizz sound? Starting...
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- Sep 6, 2013
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Anyone here a dealer for Seymour Duncan?

I was trying to get Bareknuckle's for a while, but these new Seymour Duncan Pegasus/Sentient pickups look awesome. Looking for a good deal on these, as I can't find them for sale anywhere. Anyone?
- Trainwreck1446
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- Jun 19, 2013
- Replies: 0
- Forum: The Lounge
I'll be the first to admit when I'm just doing it wrong.

That being said, I am in possession of some of the nicest cabinets one can have. Yet I am still using cab sims through them because it just sounds BETTER. What am I doing wrong? Doesn't seem like I can get it to sound like a head going straight to a cab. Anyone have some cab-free patches they...
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- Jun 18, 2013
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Jet City JCA24SV

Anyone know anything about this cabinet? An demo's? Anyone seen/heard one? Wanting to possibly get one for metal purposes at home. JCA24SV - Jet City Amplification
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- Jun 15, 2013
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
7 string electric string set with a wound G?

Does this exist, and where can I get it?
- Trainwreck1446
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- Jun 7, 2013
- Replies: 6
- Forum: The Lounge
Anyone using cab sims with a cab and getting better results than without?

Just curious who is doing this, and what kind of setting they are using without cab sims to get that same feel in their real cab
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- May 10, 2013
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
GCP/Axe FX II switch/pedal issue.

I am trying to get a momentary switch to work with the Axe FX II via GCP, is this even possible? I tried the M-Audio sustain pedal with no luck haha
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- Apr 17, 2013
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
Within The Ruins tone

Does anyone know how he is pulling off those sweet harmonies? Sounds amazing, and he is the only guitar player in that band. He is using the Axe FX 2, I know that, but how the hell is that even set up? Anyone know?
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- Apr 3, 2013
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
I need a huge favor in regards to CLR/Q12

If someone could be so kind as to record a clip of them playing out of an Atomic CLR and/or, a Matrix Q12 in a low drop tuning, or 7 string in at least drop A, you would be doing me a great service. I have the money to buy one right now, but I have gone down the FRFR route once before and gotten...
- Trainwreck1446
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- Feb 18, 2013
- Replies: 17
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Pretending We're Monsters.

This is my original metal band, out of Indianapolis, IN. This is from our older EP. We have new stuff written, but not quite in the studio with yet. But will be using my Axe FX II again as always. Go to our Facebook page and drop a like if you want. Or come to a show if you are in the area!
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- Feb 17, 2013
- Replies: 0
- Forum: The Lounge
Anyone here happen to be/know a dealer for Bareknuckle Pickups?

I'm having some difficulty finding, and getting help acquiring the set I am after. I know people around here are dealers for many brands, curious if anyone is for BKP.
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- Feb 14, 2013
- Replies: 9
- Forum: The Lounge
So uh... quick question about this 12" passive wedge...

I have this Sonic brand passive 12" wedge that a buddy gave to me, and I have been messing around with it... From the get go I can tell that its very bass-y. I have no idea what the specs are on this thing, but I do know it was left in a shed for a number of years. It looks a bit rough, but...
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- Feb 13, 2013
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
About to order a custom Carvin DC727... Anyone here have one? Thoughts?

Title about sums it up... Anyone have one? What's it look like? What does it sound like? And how much do you love it?
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- Jan 31, 2013
- Replies: 25
- Forum: The Lounge
Got a new Gator 6U today... Also had some CCFL laying around. This is the result!

And here is one without the CCFL on:
- Trainwreck1446
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- Jan 30, 2013
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
Agile guitars?

Anyone have any experience with them before? I am thinking of buying an affordable, but decent 7 string. They have a few neat options.
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- Jan 27, 2013
- Replies: 2
- Forum: The Lounge
Interesting/Unique amp model blends and combinations. All styles.

I want to start a thread with different people's opinions on amp model combos they use. All styles of music welcome. I am not sure if onel ike it already exists. I used the search feature, but to no avail. I'll start it off with, I like using the FAS Modern with the Atomica High for high...
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- Jan 26, 2013
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Am I the only Axe User in Indianapolis? Or even Indiana for that matter?

I work at a music store here even, and no one even knows that the Fractal is until I explain it to them.
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- Jan 6, 2013
- Replies: 5
- Forum: The Lounge
So... Just ordered a Port City 4x12 OS Wave cabinet.

So, I have decided to go back to using a power amp/cabinet combo over FRFR. So I began my hunt for a decent 4x12 cabinet. I needed a 4x12, because I play live a fair amount, and my band's practice space is an audio sink. We have to play fairly loud, haha. I had heard a decent amount about these...
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- Dec 28, 2012
- Replies: 22
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Anyone on this forum build custom neck thru guitars?

I know some people do it as a hobby. Wondering if anyone here does?
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- Dec 27, 2012
- Replies: 0
- Forum: The Lounge
Carvin DCM series vs. HD series, thoughts for use with Axe FX into cab?

I just received a decent amount of Carvin gift cards from the girlfriend/family. And I think I want to get an amp to run into a 4x12 Vin 30 cab. So I am looking on their site, and I see the two series of power amps. DCM and HD. I know the DCM are overall superior, but from what I can see its...
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- Dec 23, 2012
- Replies: 20
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Could someone help me out with Class A/B vs. Class D amplification?

I am just trying to figure out what the main differences are, and the pros and cons for an Axe FX II rig. Would be using it to go through a 4x12 cabinet, playing mainly metal, if that means anything in regards to it.
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- Dec 18, 2012
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Wes Hauch. Unsung Axe FX hero! Dude ia beast.

Great playthrough.
- Trainwreck1446
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- Dec 13, 2012
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Having trouble making high gain patch for bedroom volume...

I have a perfect live/practice tone using the Atomica and FAS Modern together. But for bedroom level tones, I am having a very rough time getting anything to sound good. I have tried using existing patches, and even going from scratch. But no luck. I am using a single QSC K10 for bedroom level...
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- Dec 4, 2012
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
So a guy just offered me this trade...

A guy here in town is offering to trade me a pair of QSC K10's for my pair of K12's, even trade. I am considering it for the difference in weight alone. Is the sound going to be affected much for use with the Axe FX? I have never tried the 10's, but I play in drop B normally... Do they hold up...
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- Nov 29, 2012
- Replies: 7
- Forum: The Lounge
Drop Tuned Metal IR Question...

Lately I have been using the new OH Bogner Beta IR's for playing the technical deathcore stuff I do, and I have been getting some great tones. My new favorite preset to use is the Atomica high, blended with the FAS Modern. Sounds great, but I am curious as to how to make it better. I have my low...
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- Nov 24, 2012
- Replies: 10
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
I have a dilemma...

So as of right now I have 2 QSC K12's. I use them at home, at practice, and live. But I am starting to wonder... Do I really need two? I have an opportunity to sell/trade one to get this guitar I have been looking at, and I am thinking now might be the time... I know one is good enough to get me...
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- Nov 10, 2012
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Anyone have a 5150 III clip or recording I could use for tone matching?

I am looking for a heavy, chunky sounding 5150 III through some V30 style cabinet sound. High gain and heavy like, Job For a Cowboy, or Whitechapel. I want to try and compare to a patch I have made myself, but don't have a good point of reference that isn't in a mix.
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- Nov 6, 2012
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Tone Match
Weird question, but I am having trouble finding answers! Guitar strings!

This is more for all the high gainers out there, but I have been using the 1st 2nd and 3rd strings from the D'addario Jazz standard set(the 12's with the wound G) and the 4th 5th and 6th strings from a DR DDT set. with the thickest string being a 65. And the guitar is tuned in drop B. I love...
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- Nov 2, 2012
- Replies: 15
- Forum: The Lounge
Atomica High patches

I have recently fallen in love with this amp sim for all my high gain uses... There is just something about it that no other amp really has. Thump, clarity, but still with a decent amount of gain. But I am also curious to what other people are using them for, and setting them up as. I'll post...
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- Nov 2, 2012
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Need help creating a lead tone similar to what is found in this song...

A couple of great lead tones in this song... I know one of them is Axe FX II on the recording. The others are done with GTR. But played with Axe FX live. I like this tone a lot, but am having a hard time re creating it. I am using active single coils, and an EMG 85. The Faceless -...
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- Oct 27, 2012
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Anyone here use a Line 6 G50 wireless unit?

I am using one currently... And I had some questions on how the different cable length emulation options are affecting tones at lower and higher volumes for those who are using it. Currently I just have it turned off. But I would like to know if anyone has input on how it all works in regards to...
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- Oct 26, 2012
- Replies: 9
- Forum: The Lounge
Blending two high gain amps, but getting insane feedback...

I am blending the 5153 Red, and the FAS Modern, and getting ridiculous feedback at band volume... At bedroom volume it is fine, but when I turn it up it goes nuts. I have the noisegate set pretty high, but the feedback shoots through everytime I stop playing. I have set up high gain patches...
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- Oct 23, 2012
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Anyone have a good, heavy 5153 tone for FRFR?

I am using 2 QSC K12's. Having a bit of a rough time getting the actual 5150 3 tone out of the Axe, in Drop B with an EMG 85. Real bassy, but not muddy is what i'm after. 7 Horns 7 Eyes type of tone. Anyone have anything they would like to share that might fit the bill?
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- Jul 10, 2012
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Having trouble making high gain patch.

I can't seem to make a patch that sounds anything remotely what I have heard others do with their Axe 2's. I know it takes time to navigate all these cool features, and all the tweaking that comes with it. But I often tweak whatever decent tone I get into a big mess. I hear Animals as Leaders...
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- May 29, 2012
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion