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    Input block for different guitars

    Tie global input gain to the performance page. It will make your life much better when you swap around guitars to fine-tune their gain easily on the big wheel. Global too. Once I did this I couldn’t do without. It's super handy and makes my weaker guitars come to life for whatever preset or...
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    FC-6 Sidecar: Total Success

    I totally agree with the op. Same setup and have the same experience. In fact, I have a layout named “Sidecar” for when the FC6 comes along. It’s great to have and a killer accessory for any other FM.
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    [not possible] Save & Restore custom layouts onboard

    Here's a wish for the FM9 which seems very useful IMO if it can be done. The wish is to be able to store a couple of our own Custom Layouts Sets onboard and be able to restore them like we can the onboard factory layout sets without the Editor. I often create a layout "package" set for live...
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    Celestion F12-X200 vs F12M-150

    Agree! Low-volume practice is amazing on these -which does not take away from their abilities while opening them up at band volume at all... They sound amazing at gig volume too IMO!
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    Celestion F12-X200 vs F12M-150

    I think I find I like it best with the cab closed, but IMO that's totally subjective to the DynaCab/IR in my preset, room, level, and who I'm playing with. I don't like it one way more than another really, rather whatever makes it fill out the area the best at the time. It's nice to pop it open...
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    Celestion F12-X200 vs F12M-150

    I put two of the F12M-150 triple cones in a convertible open/closed back lightweight 2x12 pine cab, and it’s now my favorite stage monitor yet for my Fractal gear! I run this a lot with two CLR’s simultaneously for reference and practicing in studio. Together, it’s obviously amazing. The...
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    10 Year Fractal-versary!

    Congrats. Although I'm a lurker, January 2013 for me. II, MFC, AX8, FX8, III, FM3, FM9, FC6 , FC12, 2- EV2's. I don't regret one cent!
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    4CM high squeal

    I also have the Radial Stagebug SB-6 for this reason and can vouch it works well for this. I don't notice much tone loss at all. It's a nice effective tool to have in the bag as it does a few things. It has saved me a couple of times when needed. YMMV
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    Caption this Cartoon

    "When your neighbor is a killer guitar player..."
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    On The Run (by Floyd) with Axe FX III only!

    Nice. A few years ago, I used to have and use another decent version made by another member (Swedish Chef) that was shared for the II. https://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/pink-floyd-on-the-run-synth-patch.94513/
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    [fixed] Implement Devin's Wah trick into the Wah block itself

    I recently tried Devon’s trick after reading his thread and definitely agree. This is the polish the auto-engage needs for smooth position based auto engage. This approach makes the transition extremely smooth and should be built in if possible. I instantly set all my presets up with this...
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    ElectricLadyLunch

    An amazing preset! My hands hurt from playing non-stop and my face hurts from smiling. Can't put it down. This is a new favorite for sure. My Strat w/ kinmans is on fire with these tonez. Loaded up on the FM9t(4) and III with no issues. Tweaked it to my route template, ran an out to a real cab...
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    How to set WAH to BYPASS, when pedal is not connected

    I have seen that happen too confusingly. It’s happened to me a few times and I haven’t been able to reproduce it. I only use external mapping so have seen it a few times. Try saving/ leaving the order and/or returning. You should be able to get it back.
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    How to set WAH to BYPASS, when pedal is not connected

    Look into mapping your exp pedals to “external controllers”. Then you can set an “initial value” per external controller which it will use when it’s not plugged in.
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    FM9 Finally! got my Super Reverb patch happening

    I have to say I love this preset and thank you for sharing. I don't use others presets much, and usually roll my own, but had to check this out cuz I love listening to you play. It's been a few weeks now trying it out. It is exactly what I want my FM9 to be when I take it out to jam. Simple...
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    The Fractal band...

    It’s contagious.
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    Settings to configure for setting up Axe with Poweramp & Cab

    I gigged with a loud band using my FM9 and PS170 into a 1965A cab last week. Out3 with no cab sims at full unity (100%) and adjusted PS170 vol to taste for the room. It's great having that PS170 EQ easily tweakable for the room. Huge praise from others on the tones, and the best I've ever...
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    Hurricane Update/Holed Up Dilemma : Keep 2 :: Axe Fx III, FM9 Turbo and an FM3???

    Same boat here. Hope you ok Tremonti. I’m in Pinellas. Had the track line over our house at the start of this thing. Be safe!
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    First show with the FM3

    Same experience.
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    Layout Link Hold issue. (solved)

    Wow! I have to say, for me, this is the most fluid layout switching has ever felt. If you have a performance layout you live on, and page to other effects with Channel Smart Bypass selections often, give it a try! It just feels 'right'. I use a delay layout, mod layout, drive & amp ctrl switch...
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    Layout Link Hold issue. (solved)

    Great idea, and it works! This is a fine workaround technique for me and just seems to work with this method. Thank you all for the discussion! Problem solved for me. :)
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    Layout Link Hold issue. (solved)

    Again, the simple approach is what I already do. I was wanting to try the approach Chris describes. It’s one less press or thought. Want to go home while selecting the delay, then keep your foot down. Want to stay and play with delays, tap it. Not that complicated. Not just for delays but...
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    Layout Link Hold issue. (solved)

    Yeah, my misunderstanding of the design led me astray with a new layout design tweak I wanted which I schemed up based on some needs from my last jam. But to my defense in FM9 Edit, the way it's presented does not say you must have a primary function. Or it's not clear. It should maybe not allow...
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    Layout Link Hold issue. (solved)

    Ugh now we are getting in the weeds of what I didn't intend to do. Maybe I'm not explaining it correctly, but it doesn't matter anymore. I perfectly understand the standard TAP/ HOLD actions and how they work. I have had all the FC series for a looong time now and gigged them many times...
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    Layout Link Hold issue. (solved)

    Yes I realize that. It still require two presses. I was looking for one. If not, then oh well, but the manual and the software seem to indicate it’s possible so it leaves me wondering what is the official rule. There’s a few other acknowledged layout link bugs by the staff that are very...
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    Layout Link Hold issue. (solved)

    Yes. Switch has a Tap and no Hold. Then just adding layout link with hold function to the switch. I was hoping for a press and hold will fire the Tap at switch bottom and holding fires the layout link? EDIT: I added pictures and my objective. The reasoning is I have a "Home" performance...
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    Layout Link Hold issue. (solved)

    I have an issue that's possibly a bug and may be related to this acknowledged bug here. If so, ignore, or delete this and I'll look forward to the fix. On any switch, if I have just a TAP assignment, specifically Channel Select with Smart Bypass in my case, and have no HOLD function assigned...
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    Let's see those FM9 rigs!

    It’s a Seismic Audio ATA 26”. I’ve had it for years. I simply flipped it over (opposite as designed), mounted feet on the underside and use the intended lid as the bottom. The rear of FM9 is propped up on a piece of 1” aluminum angle (home depot) I cut and mounted to the case at the ends with...
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    4 cable method FM9 turbo questions

    Hey all. Thought I'd share a secret weapon I use for noise, if an issue, and don't think I've seen it mentioned. I was and am able to get my FM3, AXE-III and now FM9 Turbo pretty much silent in 4CM, or when used into a return for power amp only with a Friedman Runt and a Fender Tweed Combo. I...
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    Let's see those FM9 rigs!

    I rebuilt my old FM3/FC-6 board to an FM9 based board now. I love the FM9!! It’s ready for any situation. I have 3 exp pedals with 2 of them optional. The mission spring load is always there as a wah. The pedals fit behind the unit for carting all. All cables coil on top. Throw the lid on and...
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    Switch amp channel with the FM9

    I use the Suhr. Works well and it's very small.
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    Reverb.com Alternatives

    Grew up with that commercial as well. Thanks for the memory. All of their commercials were great. The HOG was a 15 minute drive for me. What a great place. I would get lost for hours in there on random saturdays. I see Nick Tahoe’s mentioned above as well. Countless late night stops there…. 😁
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    Announcing FM9 Turbo

    Nice. Great timing. Super close on list. :) I'm looking forward to it. Thanks FAS.
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    How to integrate Axe with two channel amp?

    I have both the Voodoo Labs and Suhr relay amp switchers. I prefer the Suhr, as it is much much smaller the the VL. For me, space was an issue. Suhr has been out of stock awhile but you can find them on Reverb. Both do the job for TRS switching...
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    Anyone else try one of these with your AxeIII?

    The guys from Umprhrey's McGee, Jake Cinninger and Brendan Bayliss, use these on their live rigs, somewhere in the chain as shown in this video. I'm not sure what it does, but I've been to their shows a few times and the tones are always killer. Jake seems to swear by the "black box" here.
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    FM3 4CM output 1 question

    Yes I am. However for years I just went output 2 (pre cab) into the return(2CM?) of Amps with out1 post cab to FOH and still use those presets. That works very well too. I have dedicated 4CM presets and straight FRFR presets for the FM3, all matched up. My FRFR presets always have a CAB block...
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    FM3 4CM output 1 question

    I also put a Runt 20 in the FM3 4CM loop as well. Love it. I also have great success with a Fender Tweed reissue. The runt’s PA pairs real nice with many of the FM3 preamps as well IMO.
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    Middle of gig right now panic. Help

    I learned how to properly coil a cable as a carpenter building homes when I was younger. The over/under method basically. A coworker of mine on site was that ‘anal’ bandmate in a local fairly successful band and would tell me stories every night as we packed up our work stuff, about how his...
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    Front patch panel suggestions

    I like that. Nice job. I have the same case and those patch port components laying around. I'm going carve up the case to put the same thing together so my Matrix can stay in rack with the III (4u). Thanks for the idea. I have a GLX receiver strapped to the rack rails in the back as...
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    Dummy Coils / Air Coils

    Another vote for Kinman. I put them in my strat after a very frustrating gig when many many led lights were turned on as the house lights went down (which wasn’t done at soundcheck). Caught me by surprise with a terrible buzz. Strat was fully shielded and grounded (perhaps it wasn’t done...
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    Neil Schon Plays Star Spangled Banner--Fractal Content

    No problem. I happened to see it minutes before you posted, then read your post so thought I’d help reference.
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    FM3>4CM>DI>FOH and FM3 DI>FOH at same time. Possible?

    Yes it's possible. This preset should get you there with tweaking. I just did this with my FM3 and real amps in 4CM. You can do this by getting creative using just Output 2 L/R splits to use as the loop routing, which frees up Output 1 for DI. In this example template is a real amp or...
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    Let's see those FM3 rigs!

    Good ideas. I may tie wrap the exp cords. I personally like keeping the expression pedals free to move around with this rig for a couple reasons: I often adjust their position on the fly for comfort depending on where I have to stand and what dominate foot I want (I can do either side). Also...
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    Let's see those FM3 rigs!

    This is my FM3 rig. I either use this or my AXE III FC12 Matrix GT1000fx rig. This FM3 rig is pretty slick and quiet as a mouse! Not a whisper of any unwanted noise. The Cioks killed any noise those outboard pedals gave me. It’s super quiet now. The FM3 was always quiet on its own for...
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    AFIII Rush Limelight Solo w/ Factory Preset "Limelight M@"

    This preset is so spot-on with the tone. Fender Strat with Kinman SX pickups. Firmware 19.05.
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    Let’s see your les pauls

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    Scene Ignore feature - Discussion & How you use it

    Exactly why I wished for this years ago. Thanks.. Great explanation. Could it be done other ways?, sort of, but this adds much easier adaptive flexibility imo. Now we just need AxeEdit to make a block standout visually that's being ignored!
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.05

    YES! Been wanting this scene ignore since the II. Thank you Cliff! That just opened up so much more for some of us!
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    Proud Parent Moment!

    Amazing. Well done young lady! Proud papa indeed! If I could just get mine to do the same... working on it.
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    WAR PIGS (silent thread)

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    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.02 Public Beta

    Holy crap. Nice little knock-off of many little things that matter. And the new amps…. Thank you!
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    Speaker Impedance Curve: Why is this in the Amp Block instead of the Cab block?

    Another idea: Keep the Amp block IC interaction as is. In future revisions, have the AMP block identify "future" IR's (IRc's?) in the CAB block that include this data in their file (somehow) and once loaded, scan the system IC's for a match. If match found, use the builtin IC. If not, then...
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    I think the AXE FX 3 is getting noticeably better (and it was always excellent before)

    Agree 100%. I chase the same tones op, and have been on board since 2009ish. I feel it’s really really dialed in now. I personally can’t leave the 59 Bassman. Control switches for boost, saturation and I’m in heaven with the stages. Pick, fingers, and glass slide all very dynamic and...
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    Wish Looper decay/fade out like most loopers on the market

    I agree a phade out option for layers would be a great pheature. For live examples: See Trey Anastasio with Phish. :)
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 16.04

    Thank you so much Fractal! These updates are outstanding! The amps were always inspiring to me, but they all are extra sauce inspiring now, It's so much fun and creative to flip through different amps now w/ Cygnus imo. I am in love with the Comet Concourse at the moment from the Factory...
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    FM3 into PS170?

    I’ve found that the FM3 sounds amazing into the Friedman Runt 20 return - makes for a nice backup too that also has flexible output. I was very surprised how good that is, really - into many difff back line cabs too. YMMV. Also have a SD170 and the original freyette ps. All sound amazing...
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    Live use question. FM3 direct to FOH while also running to powered cab (not FRFR)

    I run that way all time with my FM3 and have done so for years with the Axe II and III As well. It sounds glorious vía many power sections - head return, combo return, SD170, Freyette PS, Matrix (I have them all). I will say you may be doing something wrong, as I have no problem playing any...
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    Axe-Fx III 16.00 Beta 4 "Cygnus" Firmware - Public Beta

    Holy Dirty Shirly! (and many more) The amps never felt so good. Its the most musical the box has been imo. Can't stop playing inspiringly.. Amazing work Cliff! Thank you!
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    Add FC switch function: "reload current preset"

    He means the built-in presets layout menu, I think. I've completely over written all the layouts for my own workflow. I don't do much preset switching, so the builtin preset layout menu is gone, but I do have a similar multipurpose layout that could do that I suppose. Still not the same as...
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    Add FC switch function: "reload current preset"

    My wish is for an added function to a FC foot-switch that would reload, revert, or reset the current preset to its default state. I'd love this for switch "hold" events. Yes I know you can do this by using the FC "select preset" function and explicitly defining the preset number. However...
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    XA-1 & XA-2 combo

    I have a set of adapters to sell... But they come with a MFC-101 and Axe II Mark II racked in a shallow 2U case ready to gig w/ a backup EEPROM chip too. I’ll sell for killer package deal. PM me if interested. Going on reverb very soon.
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    Clean

    AC-20. Love it. Shiva pretty awesome too!
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    FC-12 AND FC-6 Together

    I have both and was recently just tinkering with using both together. Originally, my focus was to grab whichever I needed for the band at the time.. Played in a few. Lately I have been enjoying kitchen sink presets on the FC12 only with about 4 scenes and the rest of the switches as stomps...
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    Mini LCD wish - bigger text or bold

    I think you will have trouble finding the right size bar. It’s just a polycarbonate rod ripped lengthwise. So 1” diameter bar = 1/2” high when laid down. There are only so many sizes available in the market. I looked awhile and those seemed to be best fit. Anything smaller wont capture...
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    Mini LCD wish - bigger text or bold

    I mentioned and did the 1” magnifier bars but ultimately abandoned the idea. They fit display height perfectly (cut to length). But, the platform height they raise interferes with the height of the switches. It felt funny to my feet, and also looked goofy. Still have trouble reading the...
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 12.00 Public Beta

    Crazy updates... Thanks FAS! The phasers sound absolutely amazing now! I am in love with the ultra-super-mega one. Latest AxeEdit working fine on my Mac.. Mojave though
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    Null Amp block?

    Use the Tube Pre amp model. I believe it's pretty flat, and been stated to be if you search. I've used that with acoustics many times on stage with good results. HTH.
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    I Have My Window Open

    It was 75 in NY during January 1950 (one example of many). What happened then? LOL
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    Cake and Eat it Power Amp?

    I was in the same boat with a Friedman head, minus a loadbox. So I built my AxeFX III rig in a 4u with a Matrix GT1000fx. It’s great to have that option for real cabs easy plug and play at the venue or whereever. The matrix into a real cab is awesome IMO. Especially with the latest Axe...
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    AFT/Chris update

    Had a laser discectomy on L5-S1 12 years ago for extreme sciatica. Herniation spilling disc guts on my sciatic nerve root. I know what you are going through and it was humbling for me at 33, life changing. Had to stop all the activities I loved. My issue started with bulging disc and...
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware 10.00 Public Beta #2

    Previous JC120 bug I experienced on Beta 1 is gone! Awesome firmware, I can’t stop playing. It sounds and feels amazing. Lost an few hours with a cranked boosted Shiva on edge. Awesome stuff! Thanks Cliff.
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware 10.0 Public Beta

    Hey @FractalAudio. I found a bug that freezes the Axe every time and is repeatable. See attached preset. I created two scenes to show this. Basically, inside a single preset I was swapping between a JC120 and JTM45, both with input boost engaged, and I believe there's some Gain Enhance set...
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    Xitone 12” active wedge or Atomic CLR for FRFR wedge

    Have both a pair of CLR Neo's and a Xitone Mbritt. Sadly my Xitone never gets played anymore. Had an issue where I was running both at a pretty large show, CLR in front of me, Xitone behind which was glorious together. I lost a feed to the CLR for the show(long story), and relied on the Xitone...
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    Travelling to The USA /Florida?

    I’m a few minutes from St Pete. +1 for Jannus Live and other good advice mentioned above. Seek it out, and you’ll find quite an active night life there and surrounding it. Jannus live is a great venue and lures many great acts. In fact, my profile photo is a shot of me performing there with...
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 5.09 Public Beta

    Pretty sure this is a bug or oversight: When I edited the Perform page, the "edited" flag light never came on the for the preset reminding me to save. This is true for the unit and Axe-Edit -and if not saved, changes are lost as expected.
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    *FREE* Far-Field Session #2 Cab Pack

    Woohoo! Thank you very much FAS! I have been loving JM’s for my setup. Can’t wait to try these! Thanks for yet another III-bee.
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    New super lightweight wireless...

    Zero latency here. Picked it up as a quick grab and go (have GLX too) or B rig use. I used the Carvin at rehearsal this past weekend and it lasted about 5 hours on a charge into the Axe III from a Strat, before starting to trigger the “charge” blinking LED. I’m quite happy with it for the...
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    AX8 Presets & Live Clips

    F'in great! Love that tune Leon. You guys rock. AX8 sounds amazing here!
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    Rack panel with Axe-Fx 3?

    Here’s another decent source. You can design your own, labeled too. https://www.redco.com/Redco-Custom-Panel-Designer.html
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    A couple Pink Floyd presets

    I have a whole set for the AX8. Everything much better dialed in by now too. Multi-use patches for rehearsals or on the fly and also song specific for album correct delays and such (2-3 sets worth). I use them in my PF Tribute band. I have the same for a Axe II and a III now. When I get...
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    John Mayer with an Axe-Fx III and Khalid ...

    I actually starting using this CAB about a month ago coincidently, and like it very much. Give it a shot for your needs. I blend it in on a DR Fender jam gig preset I go to for on-the-fly jamming. I actually got the idea from seeing a Derek Trucks rig rundown a while back where he mentions...
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 5.06

    That’s what I thought and why I responded when you guys immediately said it was this way before. It wasn’t. Not sure why it keeps getting said. Oh well. It WAS confusing before, and still is in a sense -for me. I am using Smart Bypass. Just wanted to point it out. One small tweak from...
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 5.06

    Just seems fixing the spot in my asterix would make everyone happy, no? That should be DIM = bypassed as well. That’s why I think it was missed. Wasn't that wish just for better indication of channel states in general for dim/bright? Are you saying someone wished for the channels select...
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 5.06

    Shouldn’t it be: Bright = selected channel and not bypassed Dim = bypassed or not selected No light = not in preset Versus the way it is now: Bright = selected Dim = not selected No light = bypassed. *** this part is what I’m talking about. No light = not in...
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 5.06

    Love this update, thanks again! Love this new feature fix. Allows you to have a row of channels of the same block along a FC layout row, and the FC light follows the channel. But, I've found when the block is bypassed, all the lights are completely out on the FC for said block. Shouldn't...
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    AFIII Hurdy gurdy Axe-Fx III video

    That was so good! I'm a big fan! Great job! Post more!
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    Finally finished... the Black Strat

    Beautiful guitar! I did the same thing, with same exact pickup combo, and loved them for about 6 months. However I just pulled them out and put in Kinmans. They were so noisy in some venues, that I could not use the guitar. Copper shielded cavity/guard too. I like the Kinmans even better to...
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 5.00 Beta

    Wow! Things never sounded or felt better IMO! My presets based on the 65 Reverb just jumped up a notch, no doubt. Digging in seemed more ’organic’ for some reason. It's placebo or you did something amazing again. I’m going with the latter. :)
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    Post Your FC-12 and FC-6 Pedalboards Here

    What case is that? You definitely want it flush as to not be in the way. This one I use, a Seismic Audio, works great. I use it upside down and mount the pedals in the lid. I’ve used it for MFC, AX8, FC’s and they are perfectly flush with edge of board, as to not get in the way at all...
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    Post Your FC-12 and FC-6 Pedalboards Here

    Gigged the III with the FC12 last night, and loved every minute of it! The FC’s are amazing and the scribbles are growing on me (wasn’t a big fan at first). Loving my rig now. I have a FC12 and FC6. When I use the FC6, it fits this board with the expression pedal off to the side of the FC...
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 3.02

    Wow! These drives are crazy good now with the already incredible amp modeling. I quickly threw a blues OD in front of a 65 Bassman and the bounce/feel was amazing! I could not put it down. The other new drives are quickly becoming favorites. I personally love the new UI option. I find it...
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    Mini LCD wish - bigger text or bold

    I feel your pain and concur. I sort of expected them to be much better considering all the green screen flack in the past. With thay said, the full integration is hard to pass up. I so wish there was a good mod to make them better. The magnifier makes them too tall affecting buttons, looks...
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    Mini LCD wish - bigger text or bold

    I sort of am bothered by this “old guy” eyes comments. Not offended. It’s just that I’m 45. Yeah not a young buck anymore I know but.... I see everything else in my life fine. AX8, Smart Phone, Computer screen, car radio and anything on the Axe-III rack screen, Fractal logo on...
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    Mini LCD wish - bigger text or bold

    Thanks Rex. Well aware about Polarized glasses. Have many of each type (we live in shades here). I did try many of each I have. No big deal. I've concluded at this point it's just not for me, or it stays inside and doesn't gig - not sure yet. Trying some "dim-its" on it now to see the...
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    Mini LCD wish - bigger text or bold

    I played outside with the FC6 yesterday to try it out in sunlight and found myself a little more disappointed. Outdoor gig, sunshine (sunshine state), and sunglasses. The FC LCD's main screen, and the strips fall apart visually with sunglasses on. The screen on the Rack unit looked fine (like...
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    How can the FC12 orders be greater than expected???

    That is a thing of beauty, (your RJM pic). I think I need to try one of those - it looks super easy to see things. I’ll miss the seemless integration the FC has teased me on though. I’m on list for 12 too, got 6 early but not going for 12 now that I see how small the strips are. Was/is there...
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