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Shadows Presets Cygnus 2021

I have just update my SSL certificate so downloading is secure. Shadows AxeFX III Presets (2021)
- StratnVox
- Post #45
- Jul 25, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets Cygnus 2021

Well done @MicPop Real appreciate your post and playing
- StratnVox
- Post #42
- Jul 24, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets Cygnus 2021

I'm sorry I have not created any video or recordings.
- StratnVox
- Post #37
- Jul 23, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets Cygnus 2021

Thanks for the heads up about the site. I forgot to renew the SSL cert last year. It is now being done. I will post again when it is up again.
- StratnVox
- Post #36
- Jul 23, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Emulating Shadows echo Guitar tone

Hi Ged, You could download and look at my Shadows Presets here Shadows Presets Cygnus 2021 I found that based on the settings used in the Meazzi echo units (there were at least 3 different models used over the years, rarely was all 5/6 heads used in the machine. My presets follow the published...
- StratnVox
- Post #2
- Jul 7, 2022
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Shadows Presets Cygnus 2021

Thanks for your comments and feedback. Yes, playing the strings loudly probably exceeds the limits of the A/D processor. There is also the Fletcher Munson effect at play because playing at low volume diminishes the treble tones. I also owned EFTP on a Q2. Most of the information I used in these...
- StratnVox
- Post #30
- Aug 6, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets Cygnus 2021

If you wish to experiment and if you have purchased the OwnHammer pack as suggested, please try 'OH 112 VC15 BLU 87-D' for Apache. This sounds about right to me. It might also help to reduce "High Cut" to about 12,500Hz to remove some sharpness.
- StratnVox
- Post #27
- Aug 3, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets Cygnus 2021

I currently installed Rotoscoped Greys 13-54 with wound 'G'. As you discovered, the SYX files from the OwnHammer collection are the one which I recommend. Given your comment about the IR versions, I'll try them by using CabLab 3 to adjust the gain and see if there is a difference.. Please...
- StratnVox
- Post #26
- Aug 2, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets Cygnus 2021

I’m glad you resolved your sound. It makes me wonder if your equipment is different to mine. I have the 1st series of AxeFX III. My OUTPUT 1 is into a Bose L1 compact FRFR. May I ask others to try this preset (original or the latest) and report whether there is the output is distorted. thanks
- StratnVox
- Post #22
- Jul 22, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets Cygnus 2021

Thanks for that. I'll check again. it should be a very clean sound. The attached preset for Guitar Tango is matched to the CAB which is based on a recording of a J200. The preset assumes the cab to be in User 1 #4. I have retained the Filter Block and the Gain control envelope update is set at...
- StratnVox
- Post #20
- Jul 22, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets Cygnus 2021

The drive level is still clean up to about 4 on AC30TB Cygnus. The AMP level should be -12db I have reduced the compression in its block but left the level at 5db which may have over compensated for the lower compression value. Change this level by -3db and that should correct the gain. Some IRs...
- StratnVox
- Post #8
- Jul 16, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets Cygnus 2021

I invite anyone interested in Shadows and/or Hank Marvin music to download the "Shadows Presets for AxeFx III 2021" zip file. The contents of the zip file include a README.pdf (please do read), 43 preset files and a spreadsheet in 3 formats listing 230 Shadows tunes for which backing track are...
- StratnVox
- Thread
- Jul 15, 2021
- Replies: 44
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Axe-Fx III Factory Presets 16.04

Hi guys, Yes I have upgraded them to Cygnus 16.x. I think they sound great again but I have used custom IR's (bought commercially) rather than the factory ones largely because there are so few British Vox Celestion Blue cabs with Neumann U47 mics are various distances. I guess it's because I...
- StratnVox
- Post #36
- Jul 3, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Shadows Presets

Yes
- StratnVox
- Post #15
- Oct 31, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets

Sorry. I had forgotten to use 'https". Please try again
- StratnVox
- Post #11
- Oct 30, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets

Thanks great! I have just ensured there is no problem by correcting the url to use "https".
- StratnVox
- Post #97
- Oct 30, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets

Please try again. Thanks for the alert.
- StratnVox
- Post #9
- Oct 30, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets

Hi, I have updated the links for both AxeFXII on page 1 of this thread and for AxeFX III as per the above link. Thanks
- StratnVox
- Post #95
- Oct 29, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 11.00 Public Beta

Thanks Cliff. This firmware is another brick in your great house and project to digitally emulate real guitar amps! Fantastic addition!
- StratnVox
- Post #65
- Nov 9, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Shadows Presets

Please see the OP for details of an update now available. Sorry for having to do this and thanks to @iaresee for raising the issues now hopefully corrected.
- StratnVox
- Post #7
- Jun 27, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets

Hi Ian, Thanks for your feedback. I guess all my presets might have the same problem as Sleepwalk and Apache so I'll go through them all to make them more palatable (normalised). Much appreciate you bringing forth the problem. Thanks for the delay/reverb compliment! Trevor
- StratnVox
- Post #4
- Jun 27, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets

Hi everyone interested in AxeFx III Shadows Presets, This post has been made on the AxeFx III group. https://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/shadows-presets.151730/
- StratnVox
- Post #93
- Jun 26, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets

I invite anyone interested in Shadows and/or Hank Marvin music to download the "Shadows Presets for AxeFx III" zip file. The contents of the zip file include a README.pdf (please do read), 40 preset files and a spreadsheet in 3 formats listing 230 Shadows tunes for which backing track are...
- StratnVox
- Thread
- Jun 26, 2019
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets

Hi, Thanks for your prompt. I have settled on a sound on the AxeFx III for most of my presets. The only thing to do now is change the CAB IR's from my custom ones to Factory ones and I have settled on my selection for both Vox AC15 and Vox AC30 AMPs. I will post again when I have packaged them...
- StratnVox
- Post #92
- Jun 26, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets

Thanks for responding. The wet and dry signals I recorded came from a Meazzii tube Echomatic IV from memory which used a tape loop, not a drum as in the earlier models. The results of my analysis from the frequency analysis of the wet and dry sounds, normalised in an Excel Spreadsheet which if...
- StratnVox
- Post #89
- Apr 12, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 5.00 Beta

This release is the best so far. Thank Cliff. One small problem that only arises when adding a new amp or doing a reset - The globals allow us to set our AC frequency (50hz in my country) but amp block always set it back to 60Hz. Thanks so much for your efforts.
- StratnVox
- Post #268
- Mar 12, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Shadows Presets for Quantum 7.02

I'm very well thank you. Great that you were able to get Al's conversion to do the work. I received my AxeFX III in July and am still working on my presets. I had my hearing checked recently and that has proven to be a great help to my tone matching abilities - I think! It's amazing that my...
- StratnVox
- Post #21
- Sep 14, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Axe-Fx III in Australia

Sorry to hear about your delay. Being on the waitlist - FREE. In order to retain the unit when offered, you pay 100% or it is allocated to the next person on the waitlist. Due for delivery in about 3 weeks. Not much different to an internet order with a small delay:)
- StratnVox
- Post #102
- Jun 19, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III in Australia

When compared with the wait we are experiencing here, it was instant!
- StratnVox
- Post #101
- Jun 19, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III in Australia

Yesterday I received the invitation to purchase. Order placed and paid for instantly. Now the wait to receive my III.
- StratnVox
- Post #88
- Jun 15, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Shadows Presets for Quantum 7.02

Well played MicPop! Good sound for that song. I'm just waiting for my III to re-release my patches. Hopefully in the next couple of months Cheers
- StratnVox
- Post #18
- Jun 3, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
albatross, apache presets for di...?

@Danilum Thank you for your mention of my presets. Since Q8.02, I have reworked my Shadows Presets mainly in the area of the Amp voicing. A couple of friends of mine have yet to hear and confirm the sounds for some 45 presets and then I'll release them to everyone. Even the Q7.02 presets which...
- StratnVox
- Post #3
- Aug 18, 2017
- Forum: AX8 Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets for Quantum 7.02

Sorry for the delay in replying. Yes, those are the ones. From his web page on Sweetspot_pickups "To give your guitar the maximum possible tonal improvement, and to compliment your SweetSpot™ Pickups, we strongly advise that you rewire your guitar as suggested in the instructions provided with...
- StratnVox
- Post #16
- Jun 18, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets for Quantum 7.02

Thanks for your post and Welcome to the forum. Yes, the Shadows tones come from single coil pups. Not sure how close your active ones will sound. Over the last month, I have been working with Q8.02 and its features. As soon as I test my new presets with some knowledgeable Shadows Players, I'll...
- StratnVox
- Post #14
- Jun 16, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 8.01 Firmware Release & New Bank A Presets

Thanks Cliff. Just installed and I really enjoy the changes. The compressors have a touch of magic with the Filter and Emphasis controls. Well done and thanks!
- StratnVox
- Post #23
- May 2, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Shadows

Here is the latest full release of my Shadows Presets posted in the AxeFx II forum pages. The requirements are FW 7.02 converted from AxeFx II format using FracTool. Please ensure you have the latest version of FracTool as it needs to set Motor Drive in the AMP block...
- StratnVox
- Post #16
- Mar 31, 2017
- Forum: AX8 Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets for Quantum 7.02

Please let me know what you think. Always interested in the feedback.
- StratnVox
- Post #6
- Mar 31, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets for Quantum 7.02

Following the release of this Firmware, I have reworked some 55 presets for Shadows and so-called "Surf" music. The Shadows should never be regarded as "surf music" but guitar instrument music ranging from "Rock and Roll" to popular music. Many of their 600+ recordings are instrumental versions...
- StratnVox
- Thread
- Mar 29, 2017
- Replies: 22
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Shadows

Hi, The attached preset is the one for "Theme for Young Lovers" and "Cavatina" (Theme from the Deer Hunter). Exported from AxeFxII FW Q7.02 Final Release. Same Cab as above. I have only just started to reset my presets to Q702 Final Release so there could well be changes that will be included...
- StratnVox
- Post #9
- Mar 22, 2017
- Forum: AX8 Preset Exchange
Shadows

Hi Dom, Attached are 3 presets for you to convert to your AX8 using FracTool. All presets use the same cab, namely the UltraRes 212 Class-A Max which is F122 on the AxeFxII. The reason for adding "Wonderful Land" is for the MultiTap Delay setting with zero Diffusion. Both the other presets...
- StratnVox
- Post #7
- Mar 21, 2017
- Forum: AX8 Preset Exchange
Shadows

Thanks @iaresee. The latest Quantum 7.02 beta really what I call the polish to getting a good shadows sound. Using factory cabs, the sound that most Shadows players seek is almost there. I'm now just wanting to play. @Dom1, to hasten delivery, please suggest a song that you would like and...
- StratnVox
- Post #4
- Mar 21, 2017
- Forum: AX8 Preset Exchange
Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 7.01 Firmware Release

Thanks Cliff and your team. This FW (7.01) is simply the best and it runs on AxeFx II. Wonderful job. Those optical compressors do an amazing job turning an average sound into something really sweet. I have used a compressor block as the last one in most presets I have using optical 2. The...
- StratnVox
- Post #127
- Mar 16, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Quick note: AC30 & FW 7 beta2

When I looked at previous versions, the default was 75% as you mentioned in your OP. With the other changes of the final release, I hope Cliff restores the right value:).
- StratnVox
- Post #3
- Feb 14, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 7.00 Public Beta

Welcome. We hope you enjoy the forum and make contributions!
- StratnVox
- Post #262
- Jan 18, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
New 'Single-Coil' version of my 'Acoustic Simulator' Preset.

Here is a new Modification for Strat Neck Up. My Process was to reset the AMP block and use Saturation compression rather than INPUT (there is no noise gate as I find it suck some the transients of the attack.) Add 2.0 to output compression. Character is set "Peaking" at 3000, 0.707 and -5. The...
- StratnVox
- Post #20
- Jan 9, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
New 'Single-Coil' version of my 'Acoustic Simulator' Preset.

Yes, that is very good and demonstrated much better with your playing. Did your use the bridge pup for that demo? I'm currently experimenting with the neck and a blend of neck with a small amount of bridge. may be something better will happen.
- StratnVox
- Post #12
- Jan 8, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
New 'Single-Coil' version of my 'Acoustic Simulator' Preset.

This is the guitar used to create the acoustic sounds. Partscaster with De Temple Sweet Spot vintage pups, D'Addario Pro Steel 13-56 strings. (I believe that without heavy strings, the chances of getting a convincing acoustic sounds from an electric guitar are greatly diminished. i have another...
- StratnVox
- Post #9
- Jan 6, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
New 'Single-Coil' version of my 'Acoustic Simulator' Preset.

Shortly! Thanks
- StratnVox
- Post #8
- Jan 5, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
New 'Single-Coil' version of my 'Acoustic Simulator' Preset.

Thank Moke. Just purchased and really like the acoustic IR. Found the preset a bit "dark" for me and needed more attack so I modified your "envelope" to have boundaries of -5 to +5 rather than -10 to 0. I have also change the GEQ to a 10 band variable and boasted the 16K by +4dB just to add some...
- StratnVox
- Post #5
- Jan 4, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets - Quantum 6

No problems. I hope you have some success with your Ultra but the recent firmware is quite different to the version of firmware I received with the FX II almost 3 years ago. As I mentioned in the OP, the quality of the AMP's since Quantum is so real it is now easier to get the sounds even if...
- StratnVox
- Post #5
- Jan 4, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets - Quantum 6

As Cliff and the FAS team release firmware upgrades, I have been experimenting with the new sounds. Thanks again for your continuing efforts for excellence. Since Quantum 6, I find it easier to achieve the vintage Vox sounds using less blocks and configuration. The result is this latest release...
- StratnVox
- Thread
- Jan 3, 2017
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 6.01 Firmware Released

Thanks Cliff again for updating. I always thought that VOX originated in the UK and therefore had ECC83's? I know there was US Vox under licence from JMI. Any thoughts?
- StratnVox
- Post #56
- Nov 28, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 6.00 Firmware Released

Thank you Cliff for your efforts from a Mk II owner. FAS is the best supplier I have ever had the pleasure of buying from. Your service via updates is of the highest order. Thank you for your leadership!
- StratnVox
- Post #66
- Nov 15, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
MK1 & MK2 owners: How many FW upgrades have U done?

Done all since FW9.0 including betas. I'm very glad that Q4.01b has been tailored to my MkII. The release that I can't trial on it will leave me not knowing what (if anything) I'll be missing by not upgrading to an XL+:(
- StratnVox
- Post #40
- Oct 11, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Spectrum Analyzer

I always thought that "Tone Match" is the compensation needed to change an input to match the provided source or target. In order to make the adjustment, it boosts and attenuates various frequencies to achieve a match. As a result, the only true comparison is the output of the Tone Match...
- StratnVox
- Post #3
- Sep 10, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Tone Match
Shadows Presets

Please post future questions or comments to New Shadows Presets
- StratnVox
- Post #87
- Sep 6, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets

Assuming you have downloaded the latest presets, the following approach should help solve the problem of "no sound". It seeks to identify which block or blocks in the preset are "muting" the output. 1. To disable all block but make sure that "pass thru" is selected. You should get some sound...
- StratnVox
- Post #86
- Sep 6, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
New Shadows Presets

Just some further help. When I developed and "normalised" these presets, I removed the AMP block's compression. I suggest you add it back as shown here. This change will add some dynamics and apparent loudness.
- StratnVox
- Post #4
- May 26, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
New Shadows Presets

Hi nickxmax, Sending a private conversation. Thanks for your posting.
- StratnVox
- Post #3
- May 25, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
New Shadows Presets

Over the last few months I have worked on these presets in an attempt to achieve the tones and feel generated in the Early Shadows recordings. With Cliff's advances in Quantum and the ability now to select the tube type of the preamp in the AMP block, I have achieved something very close, at...
- StratnVox
- Thread
- May 24, 2016
- shadows
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Fractal Audio AMP models: Class-A 15W TB (Vox AC-15)

Yes indeed! The Shadows were using Vox AMPS before the AC15. A friend of mine who is a collector has a prototype of the TV faced AC15 with a 15" Goodman speaker. The early AC15 were all EF86 tube for the Normal Channel. When Hank Marvin wanted more power for their larger audiences in 1961, Dick...
- StratnVox
- Post #11
- Mar 29, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Shadows Presets

Thanks for your comments. Yes and that's my next task. Just away for a 2 week break and than I'm back to see how close I can get those presets to the studio sound. I think Q2.01 will allow the compression and dynamic saturation to occur that was present in the original records. Look for an...
- StratnVox
- Post #84
- Mar 10, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Bug? Q2.01 Public Beta 1 - AMP block not saving changes/ auto reset - Resolved in Beta 2

I believe that is true since the reason for Beta 1 as Cliff posted Setting the auto-reset apparently ignores that fact that the update has been done and continues to do it on every reload of the preset.
- StratnVox
- Post #16
- Feb 25, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
Bug? Q2.01 Public Beta 1 - AMP block not saving changes/ auto reset - Resolved in Beta 2

Like I mentioned in the OP, that's the FW version I'm are running on my Mark II. Please try using Class A AC30TB or Class A AC15TB amps as there has been some suggestion that it only occurs with models targeted in Q2.01
- StratnVox
- Post #13
- Feb 25, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
Bug? Q2.01 Public Beta 1 - AMP block not saving changes/ auto reset - Resolved in Beta 2

Makes no difference! The problem seems baked in!
- StratnVox
- Post #8
- Feb 24, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 2.01 Public Beta

I believe it's true. I set the trim up at 1.8 and the gain is quite high. For me, the Preamp Hardness should be higher than 5.6 (about 6.5 - 7.0) as I wanted the breakup to occur after a lot of clean gain but I guess that's a matter of opinion. I owned and I still have access to, a custom hand...
- StratnVox
- Post #176
- Feb 24, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Bug? Q2.01 Public Beta 1 - AMP block not saving changes/ auto reset - Resolved in Beta 2

Using the latest Beta (the 2nd one), when I select the Ef86 tube now, it is either not being saved or reverts back to 12AX7A when the preset of recalled. Very easy to reproduce. Grab any preset with an AMP block, change the preamp tube to Ef86 (should be EF86), save the preset, move to another...
- StratnVox
- Thread
- Feb 24, 2016
- fixed
- Replies: 19
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 2.01 Public Beta

Thanks Cliff for the EF86 tube. I have been trying to obtain the sound of the early AC15 and AC30-4 both of which used this preamp tube. It's really great to get those sounds with the drive less than 3 on those "Class A" models. Thanks so much. I might also add that the early AC15's had a...
- StratnVox
- Post #70
- Feb 22, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Tuner accuracy and guitar set up

I've used a Petersen Strobe but now only use the front panel on the Axe both for intonation and general tuning, It works fine for me when I'm using the neck PUP and pick the string close to its fretted centre to reduce the overtones (open string is picked at the 12th fret just to get the...
- StratnVox
- Post #29
- Jan 31, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Shadows Presets

With Quantum 1.06, the AC15TB and AC30TB have come of age. My thanks to edo for his professional assistance in getting Cliff to look again at the cathode followers in these amps and most importantly, Cliff's magic in now having an virtual amp that behaves and sounds like the real thing. If you...
- StratnVox
- Post #82
- Dec 20, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Whats a good wireless system for guitar/AFX?

The StageClix Jack is fully digital and the new one uses the 5.8GHz band for full 24bit audio. I current have the 2.4GHz version and have not had problems in the "crowded" band. Web link http://www.stageclix.com/home Before I purchased the StageClix, I have tried many brands of wireless and...
- StratnVox
- Post #25
- Dec 16, 2015
- Forum: The Lounge
Shadows Presets

Hi Paul, Thanks for your kind words. Just so I can understand when you get that message, are you:- downloading the zip file, extracting from the zip file loading a preset via Axe Edit loading a preset via Fractal Bot using windows or Apple trying to use the preset If the problem is relating...
- StratnVox
- Post #80
- Dec 7, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 1.05 Firmware Release

Since each update recently changes some but not all amps, your question is very difficult to answer accurately. We know from other threads that the AC30 amps will change in the next update because the cathode follower settings are not correct. To answer your question, use Fractal -Bot, backup...
- StratnVox
- Post #253
- Dec 7, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Hi, I have really enjoyed your Vox '64 IR. I have released and will again release some 55...

Hi, I have really enjoyed your Vox '64 IR. I have released and will again release some 55 Presets that are called Shadows Presets. I'm seeking your permission to include your Vox 2x12 '64 and '65 IR's bundled with my next release. I will be acknowledging your work in the covering document and...
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- Profile post
- Dec 7, 2015
Shadows Presets

UPDATE: Quantum 1.05 and soon another update to fix the cathode follower settings in the AC30TB. Each of these changes have a major impact on the Shadows sound which is clean to edge of breakup. Hank got some growl when playing some numbers and with the right settings and correct picking...
- StratnVox
- Post #79
- Dec 7, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
**NEW** 1964 VOX 2x12 57/122 ir

Thanks for your work. This IR is really good. Must be the '64 speakers and the skill in getting that mic in the right place. As stated by iaresee above, I'll try it in stereo. Having just made the adjustments to my AMP block as suggested by Cliff, there is some real chime now. Can't wait for...
- StratnVox
- Post #7
- Dec 6, 2015
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 1.05 Firmware Release

Endorsed. Yes please. All Vox amps (AC15 and AC30/4) originally had an EF86 tube instead of a Top Boost circuit (reference: The Vox Story by David Petersen and Dick Denny. Dick was the engineer who created these amps) until louder volumes and lesser quality created a less than desirable...
- StratnVox
- Post #129
- Dec 2, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Bug? Quantum 1.03 - Bright Cap value MR Z HWY 66 [NOT A BUG]

Thanks Cliff then there's NO BUG. My adjustment works for me although I'll experiment with slightly higher values.
- StratnVox
- Post #3
- Nov 27, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
Bug? Quantum 1.03 - Bright Cap value MR Z HWY 66 [NOT A BUG]

Following my post in Quantum 1.03, I started looking for EF86 based amp and found the MR X Hwy 66. Initially it sounded terrible until I checked the Bright Cap Value after resetting the block. Bright Cap Value was set at 6799 pf. Is that correct? I found 60 pf just great and it now sounds...
- StratnVox
- Thread
- Nov 27, 2015
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
Shadows Presets

UPDATE: Quantum 1.03 has changed the game - It's better so I'll twig my presets and let you know when I have updated them. Probably take a week or so. Soon! Trevor
- StratnVox
- Post #78
- Nov 25, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 1.03 Firmware Release

Cliff, you have really kicked a goal, hit a grand slam, scored an albatross, had a gold record with this update. I have just updated all my 55 Shadows Presets to 1.02 to produce what I thought was the best sound. Last night (Sydney time), I updated to Quantum 1.03 and since almost all of my...
- StratnVox
- Post #118
- Nov 25, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Shadows Presets

Nick, Thanks for your words and the donation. There will an update on some as my initial setting of the drive on the main Amp should be above 2.2 rather than less than 2. This adjust pushes the overall gain in the preset and you compensate by reducing the Level on the AMP1 block. Additionally...
- StratnVox
- Post #77
- Nov 24, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets

I have now updated the Shadows Presets. The base requirements are Quantum 1.x or later using axeFX II. Download at this URL: http://www.fbm.com.au/downloads/Music/Shadows_Presets.zip As mentioned in the Readme file, ensure that you select the correct CAB as directed in the readme file. Due...
- StratnVox
- Post #74
- Nov 23, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Shadows Presets

Hi Vic, I have recently upgraded all my presets to Quantum 1.01 firmware. This latest FW really provides the basis for creating the range of Hank Marvin tones from the early 60's right to his more recent studio albums. I have not updated axe-change so when you are ready, please PM me. In...
- StratnVox
- Post #68
- Nov 12, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
ML Class-A Cab Pack!

Have you contacted Wagner at www.wagner-microphones.com about his U47w which appears to be the best reproduction of a U 47? His story is worth a read.
- StratnVox
- Post #38
- Nov 3, 2015
- Forum: News
ML Class-A Cab Pack!

Hi Guys, Thank you so much for this pack. My genre is clean guitar instrumentals like Hank Marvin and The Shadows most based on Strat and Vox Ac15 and Ac30. I have purchased many AC30 IR's in search for that sound and Quantum Q1.1 fixed the amp and this pack using SM57 and M160 mics have gone...
- StratnVox
- Post #35
- Oct 22, 2015
- Forum: News
Why is De-Phase necessary?

In my view, the comments about using your ears are spot on! Why, because sounds at different mic spacing and from different sources of similar frequencies will "null" out changing the amplitude of some frequencies and therefore the tone. Ever experimented using stereo in the CAB block and a...
- StratnVox
- Post #67
- Sep 6, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
BigBox librarys OUT NOW!

Hi Andy, Purchased and loaded. Wow! I was looking for the Blues and with the U47, vintage early 60's. I found it after taking the proximity up to 10 and setting the drive on the ac30tb just short of breakup the thin chimey tone disappeared and it sounded like the tones from early Shadows...
- StratnVox
- Post #3
- Jul 7, 2015
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
Demo IR's (BigBox)

+1 That's exactly my experience. Can't wait for the full release as I'm really interested in hearing Celestial Blue mic'd with a U47. Classic sounds for me!
- StratnVox
- Post #85
- Jun 30, 2015
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
Tape delay degraded repeats

Hi Cliff. Thanks so much for your work. I'm responding to your comment about increasing the drive. I assume that if I use zero "drive" in an MTB - Quad Tape delay, I'll still get "clean". I have some 40 presets using the MTB in this way emulating tape echo machines from late 50's such as the...
- StratnVox
- Post #33
- May 30, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fw18... news?

Sorry you miss out. Currently 66 years and 8 months old but I'm not sure lqdsnddist can speak for the vendors. I'm happy to find myself not being the oldest but see if we can get someone older. Yes passing the time until the release requires some light hearted comments!
- StratnVox
- Post #273
- Mar 11, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fw18... news?

Hopefully my consciousness is better now than it was when I was 18 and 12 for that matter! :)
- StratnVox
- Post #239
- Mar 9, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fw18... news?

Well, it seems I might top the list so far. I run 67 in July. Still love my 60's music!
- StratnVox
- Post #236
- Mar 9, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
For those struggling with FW18 - my own experience...

Just catching up with this thread and I thought I would add my experience to it. I had 17.04 and have all my presets in bank C (#256-). downloaded Public Beta 18 and before installing, backed up all banks and system using Fractal-Bot. Loaded FW18b with no errors and MFC not attached. Rebooted...
- StratnVox
- Post #47
- Feb 21, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
FW18 - AC30

Thanks for posting the clips. I have the history of VOX written by Dick Denning. He didn't mention the big argument when he first developed the AC30 but as Bruce Welch points out, the Shadows wanted something more from the AC15 which initially used the EF86 preamp value. Higher out compared to...
- StratnVox
- Post #34
- Feb 11, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
My favorite amp models [Yek]

Thanks so much for all your work. I'm particularly interested in the Vox but you have a great deal of knowledge about FAS and many of us would be greatly challenged if not for your efforts. Well done!
- StratnVox
- Post #99
- Jan 4, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
Bug? 15.05 PEQ Bug

As per the release notes, bands #2 and #4 now have a type parameter. (Band #3 remains without a specified type but is a peaking band.) I can confirm that all existing PEQ block have #2 defaulting to Peaking but #4 defaults to Shelving2. All presets containing PEQ's will require a correction and...
- StratnVox
- Post #3
- Aug 7, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
Axe-Fx II Firmware 15.00 Public Beta

My refresh button is in auto mode now trying to be the first to get this!!
- StratnVox
- Post #633
- Jun 3, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
MFC-Edit Ver. 1.3 Released

Ensure that midi thru is "off". Seems counter intuitive but that was my showstopper. I'm using Mavericks and the latest Fractal-Bot.
- StratnVox
- Post #15
- Jun 1, 2014
- Forum: MFC Discussion
Shadows Presets

Yes, I'm working on Shadows Presets 5 for fw15+. If you wish to stay with a previous version, that's fine, particularly if you have modified any of my previous presets and it works for you. I have to say it's very gracious of Cliff and FAS to continue to seek technical improvement and then...
- StratnVox
- Post #63
- May 29, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange