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  1. frankencat

    My reaction after taking a break

    What? I am not calling out anybody or asking anyone to agree with me. I am just sharing my personal experience and opinion.
  2. frankencat

    My reaction after taking a break

    Not to jump on the fanboy train but I agree with Paulzx to a degree. As someone who owns/has owned many Line 6 products including two Helix's, a Kemper, Boss GX-100 and an FM3, I tend to agree that the available tones in the FM3 are great if not superior to what I can get from other units. I...
  3. frankencat

    Slamo Demos the DiMarzio PAF 57 set (recorded with FM3)

    I did a couple of down and dirty demos of the new DiMarzio PAF 57 set. All guitar sounds courtesy of a Fractal FM3 Plexi 50 6CA7 patch with Ownhammer OH MRBW+MRCB BR IR. Preset attached, Scene 1 used here. DiMarzio PAF 57 Review: DiMarzio 57 Redux: 36th vs 57:
  4. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 7.00

    I just came back after a couple of week to my presets that I converted over to Dyna cabs and without even know what I was playing I was thinking "man this sounds great"! Lo and behold it's my standard Plexi 50 with my tweaked Dyna cab. Very cool!
  5. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 7.00

    I have decided to work with the new firmware for now. I am getting some good sounds from the Dyna cabs so it's all good.
  6. frankencat

    Poll: Second unit for home use and backup

    I was going to buy another FM3 but I got a Boss GX-100 instead and have been very happy with it. It's good to have different things.
  7. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 7.00

    Yeah I wouldn't go that far lol 😆
  8. frankencat

    Happy Holidays You Fabulous Furry Fractal Freaks!

    Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
  9. frankencat

    Santa showed up early ;)

    So right off the bat, what do you like about it more than the FM3? I am contemplating the same.
  10. frankencat

    Rolling Back To V6

    Thanks guys. I will give it a try and see if I like it better or it's just my imagination.
  11. frankencat

    Rolling Back To V6

    Do I need to roll back the Editor as well? I am on 1.06.05. FW version 7.00 Thanks.
  12. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 7.00

    It seems like the EQ of my presets has changed and I don't fee like having to go through them all. Plus the load time is way longer. Like I said, there is nothing wrong with the new version I just don't need it.
  13. frankencat

    Rolling Back To V6

    Thank you sir.
  14. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 7.00

    I had my FM3 sounding great and setup exactly how I wanted it before I took the plunge with v7. Now I am thinking of going back. There is nothing wrong with the new FW, it's just that I was completely happy where I was. Anybody else go back?
  15. frankencat

    Rolling Back To V6

    If I want to roll back to FW v6.x would I need to flash the firmware and then restore from backup or does the backup contain the firmware also? Thanks.
  16. frankencat

    Interesting observation

    Yep, that's how I use mine. Simple and effective.
  17. frankencat

    Disaster at a gig last night

    That sucks. I have not had a problem with mine but this is why I also have a Boss GX-100. If I have to travel any substantial distance to a gig they both come with me.
  18. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 7.00

    So I spent a little time with Dyna Cabs and I think I am coming around to them. I think we need a few more base cabs but definitely getting some good Marshally 4x12 sounds with it. :)
  19. frankencat

    Dyna Cabs...why don't I get it?

    I just don't want to do all that, that's really what it boils down to for me. It sounds killer with the IR's that I like so why have to mess around with another technical rabbit hole? To each their own though, if you dig it then that's great. What's really cool is that we have the choice. :)
  20. frankencat

    Help with the FR-12 crossover mod.

    I like 1 through my Adam A7's which I am very used to listening on. 2 has more presence in the highs but 1 is smoother and more natural and probably sounds better at volume.
  21. frankencat

    Andre Flood on why some people think PRS guitars have no mojo

    I have a bunch of PRS guitars including 3 SE's and 2 S2's. All modified to my liking and all are great guitars that I play all the time. I also am a professional luthier so I think I know (hopefully) what a good guitar is. I have several custom built guitars that are amazing and all kinds of...
  22. frankencat

    FM3 Wah Auto Engage

    Also for reference: https://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/wah-bypass-help.170928/#post-2336780
  23. frankencat

    Fender FR-12 preamp mod : The Hissterectomy

    Looking forward to the final mod design. Heck I don't even own the thing but I might buy it now ;)
  24. frankencat

    Dyna Cabs...why don't I get it?

    I feel the same. I haven’t spent a bunch of time with Dyna Cabs but I am set with IRs and don’t feel the need to go down the rabbit hole again. It’s cool to have options though.
  25. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 7.00

    Oh yeah, it’s pretty weird and totally unexpected. It ended up successful so it’s all good. Just thought I would mention it in case someone else has the same issue.
  26. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 7.00

    Go the “Dyna cabs not installed” message upon reboot. Installing Dyna cabs now…. PS this is an intense update. Edit: Ok all set. Thanks FAS! I'm gonna go play now :)
  27. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 7.00

    Started the FW7 update and while it was transferring the files from FracBot to the FM3 I unplugged the guitar cable which stopped the transfer and kind of just hung there. Reconnecting the cable to the input and restarting the update got me back in shape. Going through the cycle now, back in a few…
  28. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 7.00 beta 3

    We had Polaroid and session notes back in the day. This is much better. 😉
  29. frankencat

    unix-guy 's birthday today!

    Happy birthday Unix dude 😎
  30. frankencat

    Any news about FM3 Firmware update

    I don't see how it could get any better honestly. I am so wanting to get an Axe III to use at home. Maybe for Christmas :)
  31. frankencat

    FM3 Repair

    I basically stick it under the FM3 so that it rests on top of it and keeps it from moving. I guess I could mount it to a pedalboard but I love the portability of just the bare unit and I already have enough stuff to carry. Also the height of the unit is such that is doesn't fit in any of my...
  32. frankencat

    FM3 Repair

    That’s great if you never leave the house and I do use the offset adapter at home, but every time I unplug it to take the unit with me I worry about it. That shouldn’t be.
  33. frankencat

    FM3 Repair

    The standard is for the software implementation but the issue with the connector is hardware.
  34. frankencat

    FM3 Repair

    “Fractal a didnt design the USB connector used”. I keep seeing this come up but they DID choose to use it so that is on them. I love my FM3 and I am currently contemplating buying a second one as a backup since it is the main part of my gig rig. The USB connector is very flimsy and should be...
  35. frankencat

    FM3 Turbo?

    Man I want to buy another FM3 as a backup but maybe I should wait a bit. ;)
  36. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.02

    Uber-Kudos on the OD-One overdrive! This is one of my favorite pedals of all time and this is a killer representation of it. Thank you FAS!
  37. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.02

    Can someone please explain the difference between Compressor and Sustainer? I am liking what the Sustainer does but I want to understand the difference. Thanks.
  38. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.02

    Updating now...
  39. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.02 beta 1

    My FM3 is sounding so good and everything is setup the way I want it on v6 I don’t want to mess with it but I would like to have the display updates. Any chance of releasing a patch with just that feature?
  40. frankencat

    Digital audio out 96khz request

    How about latency? Shouldn't a higher sample rate have less latency for a given buffer size since the samples are smaller. I know it works that way in the software world which is why I have my desktop audio running at 96k. This way when I use different plugins and such I don't have to switch or...
  41. frankencat

    Anyone order the new PRS SE DGT or 594?

    I have a pre-order on the 594 SE. It looks great in the pics and specs.
  42. frankencat

    Can't find a Truss Rod Nut for my Ibanez Jem Jr.

    Even if you find one, how are you going to get the old one out? If you can get it out then you may be able to find a suitable substitute. If you can’t find one you can slot the one you have and reinstall it and then use a flathead screwdriver to adjust it. Getting the stripped one out is the key.
  43. frankencat

    ChatGPT vs Fractal

    ChatGPT was bogged down most of the day today. Was that you guys feeding your code through it trying to get the CPU usage below 80%? 😀😎
  44. frankencat

    Anyone using the Fender Tonemaster with Fractal?

    I have a TMDR and I have used my FM3 in “pedals only” mode into it. It works fine but to be honest, I prefer a couple of analog pedals into the front of it. I have the blonde one with the “no bright cap” firmware. It’s a great sounding amp for what it does. They definitely got it right.
  45. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.01 beta 2

    Thanks I checked the power settings and made sure the USB ports are not shutting off due to power settings. That doesn't address the SPDIF. I am running the FW 6.0 Release with FM Edit 1.05.12. I was doing regular updates through all of the betas for 5.x but I will check the September driver...
  46. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.01 beta 2

    It has been working fine for over a year now. This just started acting up after I updated to FW 6.
  47. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.01 beta 2

    Hey guys I posted this in the the FW 6.00 thread and just posting here for visibility... I am really digging the Plexi 50W 6CA7 model and I have built a new performance patch based on it that I am going to use live. This is the first time I am doing any real work with FW 6.00 and I am noticing...
  48. frankencat

    NGD Charvel DK24/upgrades

    Yes Road Runner. Nice case.
  49. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.00

    I am really digging the Plexi 50W 6CA7 model and I have built a new performance patch based on it that I am going to use live. This is the first time I am doing any real work with FW 6.00 and I am noticing two things that I normally don't see: 1. If I leave the FM3 for a few hours it will lose...
  50. frankencat

    NGD Charvel DK24/upgrades

    Here's my trusty DK24 HH. I have tried many pickups in this guitar but I think I struck gold with this combo - DiMarzio PAF 36th neck (DP103), Super Distortion (DP100) bridge. Also added a brass block from FU-tone to the Gotoh 510 and this is my #1 beasty nowadays! :)
  51. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.01 beta 2

    Merry Christmas all!
  52. frankencat

    Any NEW Fractal Products coming out? Fm4, FM5, FM5 Turbo?

    I’ll never tell. Of course I have no idea but I’m still not telling. 😁
  53. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.00

    Thank you FAS dudes! Installing now... Loaded up fine, sounds great. Good job guys!
  54. frankencat

    Redwirez Is Shutting Down

    Thanks for the great IRs.
  55. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.00 beta 6

    Go team!
  56. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.00 beta 4

    Care to expound?
  57. frankencat

    Let's see those FM3 rigs!

    In action this past weekend
  58. frankencat

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY CLIFF! + Feline Friends Fundraiser

    Happy birthday Cliff! I have a house full of cats and dogs and we salute you!
  59. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.00 beta 4

    Can someone please summarize the sonic differences between beta 3 and 4?
  60. frankencat

    Delay before Reverb? Or Reverb before Delay? What's your preference?

    Ok pretty complex math algos but I think I understand. This blew my mind… “If you want to dive further into that topic: a system can’t be truly linear or time-invariant because of things attributed to both Einstein and Heisenberg (including that there aren’t completely continuous signals, and...
  61. frankencat

    Need help from Luthier with floating trem knowledge

    Normally this is a simple fix for any decent tech but if not then call Dave. He is great and usually answers emails within a day.
  62. frankencat

    Delay before Reverb? Or Reverb before Delay? What's your preference?

    Ok then I would like to understand what is happening under the hood. What is the tech or concept called that causes this effect? I am a software guy so don’t be afraid to hit me with technical details. If you can’t disclose this then I understand that as well. This is a very interesting...
  63. frankencat

    Delay before Reverb? Or Reverb before Delay? What's your preference?

    It is 100% digital. It is a modeler which is essentially a specialized computer.
  64. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.00 beta 4

    I did a 4 hour gig with beta 3 over the weekend and it was flawless, I didn’t want to go 4 right before the gig but now that that’s over it’s on to beta 4.
  65. frankencat

    Delay before Reverb? Or Reverb before Delay? What's your preference?

    Is it simply that time based effects are always rendered virtually in parallel?
  66. frankencat

    Delay before Reverb? Or Reverb before Delay? What's your preference?

    I am going to do some testing to see for myself but I believe you. What should I study to learn more about this phenomenon?
  67. frankencat

    After 5 yrs - back to Fractal, how are the Drive Pedals now?

    I think the dirt and compressor pedal models are just ok. Frankly I think the pedal models in the Helix and Kemper are better, Everything else is pretty amazing. I just use external pedals and I am good to go.
  68. frankencat

    Delay before Reverb? Or Reverb before Delay? What's your preference?

    How about a practical example? if I put an eq after a reverb and cut all frequencies above 250 hz will it effect the sound (frequency response) of the reverb?
  69. frankencat

    Delay before Reverb? Or Reverb before Delay? What's your preference?

    I agree that math and principles are used but that doesn’t mean that 2+1 and 1+2 will sound the same. Math is not sound.
  70. frankencat

    Delay before Reverb? Or Reverb before Delay? What's your preference?

    Math and sound are not the same thing so I can’t agree with that argument - only that the resulting sound will contain both components but it will most definitely sound different depending on their order. I do understand your math example but I don’t understand how it relates to an audio chain...
  71. frankencat

    Delay before Reverb? Or Reverb before Delay? What's your preference?

    Mind officially blown! So let me see if I understand the concept here…if I run a cab before time effects (delay, reverb) or after it in series will not make any difference in the resultant sound. Also running delay into reverb or reverb into delay in series also doesn’t make a difference in the...
  72. frankencat

    Wish Independent Settings for each Output

    Ok now that is some freaky stuff. Very interesting I will go and read up on that and try to get an understanding to work with. Obviously if this is true then the position of the cab vs time effects shouldn’t matter, as much as that makes my brain crink.
  73. frankencat

    Happy Thanksgiving 2022

    Happy Thanksgiving y’all!
  74. frankencat

    Wish Independent Settings for each Output

    This would be true except for when you have high cuts or other filtering on the cab block. I would rather have the pristine reverbs and delays rather than going through the cab block. I hate to keep bringing up the Kemper but it does allow you to turn off the cab modeling on each output...
  75. frankencat

    Let's see those FM3 rigs!

    This weekends rig:
  76. frankencat

    Wish Independent Settings for each Output

    How would "2 Amp and 2 Cab blocks" help me with my scenario? One path has the full modeling and one path goes to a guitar amp. Isn't that pretty much what I have now with the FM3?
  77. frankencat

    Wish Independent Settings for each Output

    Ok if this is a limitation of the FM3 I can live with that. So this is possible in FM9 and AxeFx?
  78. frankencat

    Wish Independent Settings for each Output

    "We choose to separate these properties and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard, because that goal will serve to organize and measure the best of our energies and skills." JFK (F for Fractal :)) Trust me I understand that things are difficult. I have been a...
  79. frankencat

    Wish Independent Settings for each Output

    I don't know if this is available on the Axe or not but it would be nice to be able to have different settings for Power Amp Modeling, Cabinet Modeling, and Output Mode assignable for each output. One use case is when running Output 1 direct to FOH with full modeling and then Output 2 to an...
  80. frankencat

    Wish Solo mode for channels

    I am setting this up right now. Basically I have two variations on the Marshall SV20, one for Strat/single-coils and another for Humbuckers. I will probably setup another for slide guitar so that leaves one channel left for other stuff like solo boost. I am going to try and setup a controller to...
  81. frankencat

    Wish Solo mode for channels

    So…back to the simple request, a solo boost. 😏
  82. frankencat

    FM3 Pedalboard with hardcase

    Ahh that is the tour case, I thought we were talking about the regular “brief case” style hard case which is what I have. Thanks.
  83. frankencat

    How is the switch from the Axe Fx III to the FM3?

    Firstly I LOVE the FM3 for its form factor for gigs and rehearsals etc. it is superb. In the studio however I would prefer the AFX3 mostly for its I/o and expanded processing capability. Plus if it’s just going to be stationary in a rack nd you are using Axe-Edit then the workflow is the same...
  84. frankencat

    Wish Enable USB-A port for powering / charging USB devices

    +1 This is such a great ability to plug in a usb flash drive and load up your rig. Many of us have been enjoying this on the Kemper and it is a game changer if you travel for gigs. A huge plus would be to make this cross compatible. Thanks!
  85. frankencat

    FM3 Pedalboard with hardcase

    ^^ Did you do anything like remove the feet or something? When I tried to put the fm3 in my Pedatrain classic hard case I couldn’t close the case so I bailed on it a bought something else. I would still like to do this however. Can you post a pic please? Thanks!
  86. frankencat

    Wish Cab Block Maps to IR Name not User slot #

    +1. This has bitten me a few times now.
  87. frankencat

    Lost former bandmate and always best friend :-(

    Sorry for your loss. Great voice!
  88. frankencat

    Have you found “your” amp in the FM3?

    Coool! I didn’t know we could do this on the FM3. Thanks again Leon!
  89. frankencat

    Wish AX8 Screen on FM3

    Yep yep.
  90. frankencat

    Wish Solo mode for channels

    So to implement this on the FM3/9 or fc6 I envision the switch hold function to enable the “morph“. Let’s say for this example that the morph would be a transition to 4db boost on the amp output level. How would you set this up?
  91. frankencat

    FM3 Firmware Version 6.00 beta 4

    ^^ I approve of this idea 😎
  92. frankencat

    Wish Solo mode for channels

    Yes I used morphing in the Kemper for this and it worked great. It would be amazing to have something similar on the FM3.
  93. frankencat

    Tempo is always Global Regardless of "Temp To use" setting

    I like that idea. I will try to figure out how to set it up, thanks!
  94. frankencat

    Tempo is always Global Regardless of "Temp To use" setting

    Ok so I have confused presets and scenes. What I want is for a scene to have a specific tempo but I am guessing that is not possible currently. Sorry for the confusion all.
  95. frankencat

    Tempo is always Global Regardless of "Temp To use" setting

    It is not the preset. No matter what preset I change to it always has the same tempo. I don't know how else to explain it. It is always set to whatever the tap tempo is even when I change presets. It's not a huge deal but there are presets where I would like it to default to a specific tempo so...
  96. frankencat

    Tempo is always Global Regardless of "Temp To use" setting

    What I am saying is that is not happening. It is always the active tap tempo.
  97. frankencat

    Tempo is always Global Regardless of "Temp To use" setting

    My FM3 "Tempo To Use" is set to Preset but the tempo seems to be global regardless of this setting. I thought if I st it this way that each preset should have it's own tempo. Is this a bug or maybe I am misunderstanding? Thanks.
  98. frankencat

    Hard case that fits both FM3 and FC6?

    I have this case and it works great.
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