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  1. guitarfreak365

    Newbie here with a question...

    Coming from someone who wasted way to much time messing with tones... I can't recommend enough to get some good presets. The ability to just flip through and easily identify the amps you like is priceless. If you like the default presets Id recommend Moke (the first link). He mixes the factory...
  2. guitarfreak365

    Atomica for heavy metal

    I've recently been doing the same thing! Its become my main heavy preset actually. I'll have to check these out when I get home to see how they compare to what I've been trying out. Have any sound clips by any chance?
  3. guitarfreak365

    Need help deciding what to buy

    FRFR stands for Full Range Flat Response. This basically just means it is suppose to be a neutral sounding speaker that doesn't color the tone. For instance a PA speaker would be FRFR but your cab would not. FRFR speakers can be ideal since the AX8 has a digital cab and the FRFR does a good job...
  4. guitarfreak365

    Cool to leave AX8 turned on and switch on/off at wall?

    I agree it don't seem to make any difference how you turn it off. One thing to keep in mind though, is after saving or making changes wait some time before powering off (I've heard 30 seconds is plenty). If you don't, it can trigger some factory reset of settings when you power it back on. Found...
  5. guitarfreak365

    Why Shop AX8 ??

    These units have had the ability to create amazing tones for a long time and still do. One of the biggest factors, from my experience, isn't updates, but from knowing how to sculpt sound with the unit. Basically, we already have something way more powerful than we even know how to completely...
  6. guitarfreak365

    FS AxeFX II mark II+MFC101 mark II+OSP 3U Road Case+25ft Cat6 cable $1750

    Decided to do a price cut on this and offer free shipping to the united states. Just a flat price of $1750!
  7. guitarfreak365

    FS AxeFX II mark II+MFC101 mark II+OSP 3U Road Case+25ft Cat6 cable $1750

    You will get an AXE FX II mark II and MFC 101 mark II with a OSP road case 3U rack and a cat 6 Ethernet cable (25ft) that you can use to power and control the MFC 101 from the AXE II. I am the original owner of all the items. I have gigged with these but the AXE has been in the rack so the AXE...
  8. guitarfreak365

    How many tried the III and decided to just keep using the II?

    Not sure why someone would do that if they had money for it. I could see someone sticking with mainly the AX8 after using the III though.
  9. guitarfreak365

    System params reset if not waiting 5 secs

    Last time it happened was on Wednesday, I just changed the preset name and waited a few seconds before turning it off and it happened. This was before hearing about the waiting 5 seconds or up to 30 seconds before powering off after making changes.
  10. guitarfreak365

    System params reset if not waiting 5 secs

    Didn't really know this existed until now. Good to know though because this has happened to me before leaving for practice a couple times this month and couldn't figure out what was happening. I found the thread talking about it some but unfortunately the wiki link in it doesn't lead to...
  11. guitarfreak365

    Not a Bug Power Cycle triggered default settings?

    That's very helpful Yek! I really appreciate the reply! I'll be more mindful after making changes and powering off.
  12. guitarfreak365

    Not a Bug Power Cycle triggered default settings?

    Yesterday I finalized my presets right before practice and everything was great as usual. Right when I got to my practice, when i turned my AX8 on, some settings switched to the default. All of the foot switches changed from what I set them to. Also some setting like the large display time and...
  13. guitarfreak365

    Cab Block: High and Low Cut Settings

    Leon Todd has a video that helped me with that too. If you go to the very very end of the video he highlights what to do. In short you go into Documents, Fractal audio, AX8, blocks, then drag or copy over the folders Leon provided in his link. Then you can open them in ax8 edit under the blocks...
  14. guitarfreak365

    Cab Block: High and Low Cut Settings

    Yeah I'd recommend putting it at the end so that everything is filtered through it. I really can't play without it now. I turn it off and everything almost sounds muddy to my ear now. I listened to our live performance in a venue where I've played dozens of times and I could pick out all my...
  15. guitarfreak365

    Cab Block: High and Low Cut Settings

    80 and 7500 is my starting point but I could end up with 120 and 6500 depending on the needs though. The link bellow is for some saved blocks from Leon Todd. Id recommend you go into the PEQ folder and try out the live EQ. I tried it out last week live after struggling around with low and high...
  16. guitarfreak365

    Anyone using Austin Buddy presets live?

    I always run mono but the presets are set up to work with that set up by default. All the presets have out 1 set to send to FOH (with cabinet modeling), and out 2 to a amp/cab (without cab modeling).
  17. guitarfreak365

    Help [What speaker for an AX8]

    It would be a good idea to check out whether you want to go the power amp with a traditional cab or a full range flat response (FRFR). I personally have grown to love the FRFR set up and like how i can tweak my tones more accurately for the front out house. The atomic CLR is pricey but 100%...
  18. guitarfreak365

    I switched! Axe-Fx II to AX8

    Yeah I agree! Waiting for the next floor unit in my opinion is totally the way to go vs. buying the III. Of course that doesn't apply to everyone but I really cant imagine ever switching back to a non floor based unit after experiencing the AX8.
  19. guitarfreak365

    I switched! Axe-Fx II to AX8

    I appositely love the AX8! I've had the AXE FX II since it was released and was completely satisfied with it. I do have to say after now having the AX8 I'm even happier with that though! I play away from home a lot so I'm sure that is a big factor but so far I haven't had any CPU limitations or...
  20. guitarfreak365

    Axe-Fx II to AX8 CPU question

    You rock bro thanks!
  21. guitarfreak365

    Axe-Fx II to AX8 CPU question

    Thanks for all the info everyone! Just for my peace of mind would someone be able to load that preset and let me know what CPU its at on the AX8?
  22. guitarfreak365

    Axe-Fx II to AX8 CPU question

    I just figured out FraqTool and its so epic! Any way here is the preset. I think it is automatically removing my second reverb block when i transfer the preset from axe II to ax8. So i guess that answers my question. If anyone can confirm i would appropriate it.
  23. guitarfreak365

    Axe-Fx II to AX8 CPU question

    I have a axe II right now but I would really like to be able to switch to an Ax8 for portability reasons. I used the usage chart bellow and it says my preset would be at 87% but it seems like the axe8 wouldn't start at 0%. maybe like 10% like the axe II? I also saw that the FW version was 6.01...
  24. guitarfreak365

    What is your go-to amp for building hard rock/metal patches?

    I would check out the Angle Severe amp models and try those out. I haven't been using my heavier presets recently but every time I do i find myself always landing on those amps.
  25. guitarfreak365

    My Pete Townshend Rig

    Are those 2 active CLR atomic FRFR wedges?
  26. guitarfreak365

    Filter setting for high end hiss?

    I put a high cut at 6000 hz and low cut at 120 hz in the cab block. I also go into the global EQ and cut the 2 highest and 2 lowest frequencies by 12 DB. For live and fitting in a mix I have been loving this so much. At low volumes it does not sound right but at gigging levels it sounds so good...
  27. guitarfreak365

    Cutting enough for live FRFR without being too shrill?

    This might seem kind of counter intuitive but this is what I've found. I have struggled with the same thing but have found what seems like a solution mainly by cutting frequencies. What I tried this weekend at a few gigs is actually cut both the lowest 2 and highest 2 frequency's by -12db on the...
  28. guitarfreak365

    Creating a Fender Deluxe sound. Tips for amp compression and speaker attack.

    You're tone and playing is amazing Peter! That is totally the sound in my head that I've been trying to go for with my rig. I don't have a III yet and only a AXE 2 Mark II. I was looking for your preset and found the one bellow but saw it was only for AXE 2 XL. You wouldn't happen to have a...
  29. guitarfreak365

    Thoughts on totally cutting the lowest & highest global EQ bands

    In my case I'm still using a low cut at 80 and a high cut at 7500 in the cab block and still found the global EQ tweeks to have massive differences. Is that normal? It seems odd to me that changing the 31hz global EQ changing things so much when I have a cut at 80hz. I definitly don't know much...
  30. guitarfreak365

    Thoughts on totally cutting the lowest & highest global EQ bands

    On the fly last night during sound check I randomly tried this same kind of thing. Cutting all of the 31Hz and i took out like -8 of the 16hz. I tested it by how it sounded in the house and it seemed to help a ton. I plan on fine tuning this but found this thread after searching for someone...
  31. guitarfreak365

    Scene Switching Damping Parameter

    I'm not sure if this is even possible but having the ability to morph from one scene to the next with damping would be epic. I think I have heard this discussed but I believe it was before the III came out. I wasn't sure if there would be a way to do this now.
  32. guitarfreak365

    Custom Doubler Effect

    Thanks Bakerman! I will try that tonight also. Appreciate the suggestion!
  33. guitarfreak365

    Custom Doubler Effect

    Thanks man! You rock! I'll take a look at it tonight.
  34. guitarfreak365

    About Negative Feedback

    I got turned onto this thread after I started turning up Negative Feedback on Class A amps. Specifically the FAS CLASS A amp. I wan't sure what i was doing. Now I know more of what I'm doing haha Does anyone else do this?
  35. guitarfreak365

    Custom Doubler Effect

    I'm thinking you are meaning this thread? I saw this was for the ultra. You don't happen to have a preset for the axe II do you? https://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/tc-1210-emulation.19871/#post-339149
  36. guitarfreak365

    Three Amp Blocks?

    I don't think many of us currently know how we would use a third amp in a preset. My question would be if having the option of having a third would open up some new possibilities. I'm not one of them but I know some people are wizards with the AXE and would be curious to see what they would come...
  37. guitarfreak365

    Custom Doubler Effect

    You don't happen to have a preset for the axe II also do you? Would really like to try this out!
  38. guitarfreak365

    Wish More scenes

    I don't know the difficulty of adding scenes but I would definitely love to be able to use more!
  39. guitarfreak365

    Checklist for creating amps/presets

    I just got turned onto Leon Todd videos on youtube. I would highly recommend watching them. I posted two bellow that really took my tone up a few notches.
  40. guitarfreak365

    Why no pick attack?

    You're meaning the output comp right? I've never used it but heard it referenced. Thanks! I'll try it out tonight!
  41. guitarfreak365

    Why no pick attack?

    Yeah that would be my thought too. I appreciate it man!
  42. guitarfreak365

    Why no pick attack?

    I'm moving from a II to a III and have used the pick attack adjustment on all my main presets. Why was this removed? Is there a way to replicate it on the III?
  43. guitarfreak365

    Estimated cost on the FC-6 and FC-12 Controllers

    I think the unrealistic price expectations started when this meme serviced in a thread like this before the price was confirmed haha
  44. guitarfreak365

    Who wants TOSIN ABASI's LIVE ANALOG RIG TONE? ;)

    Have any sound clips of it?
  45. guitarfreak365

    High Gain Issues

    Not sure how much you have dived into advanced parameters or high and low cuts but maybe give the following videos a watch. Leon Todd makes some really great videos! I've followed these methods or tweaked them slightly with night and day results.
  46. guitarfreak365

    How many prefer patches to scenes and vice versa...also why do you prefer?

    I usually use scenes. I have recently been changing the preset on each song though. Its mostly the exact same preset other than changing the tempo and name of the preset to match song. I like keeping track of song order through my MFC. Helps keep me on track. I then use my scenes as follows...
  47. guitarfreak365

    Amp in a Room vs Studio Recorded Tones

    It took two days, but for some unknown reason, I've read this entire thread...
  48. guitarfreak365

    Pros and Cons of Multiband Compression

    That's really helpful man! Thanks a ton!
  49. guitarfreak365

    Pros and Cons of Multiband Compression

    I do know that compressors reduce the sound, but after seeing comments in this thread, people were saying it created a bigger or wider sound by using it. I know this is counter intuitive but I know it can be true. I just haven't found these results and was wondering what settings were being...
  50. guitarfreak365

    Pros and Cons of Multiband Compression

    Anyone have some general setting to try out? I have never used a MBC before but I tried it out last night after seeing some comments here and wasn't finding the same results. I would test it with it on and with it off and with it off sounded more clear and less clouded. I know its suppose to...
  51. guitarfreak365

    Purchased my first Axe-Fx II and looking for expression pedal recommendations

    I have run 4 mission pedals at once over the years. never had a problem with any of them. I'm a big fan of them!
  52. guitarfreak365

    Selling the amps?

    Came from tube heads with cabs too. After around a year to adjust I seriously could never go back. Using fractal for life.
  53. guitarfreak365

    Thin sounding tone

    At first I used a real cab and turned the cab sims off with my Axe FX II. Coming from using a half stack with a tube head I think it helped ease the transition to the Fractal. But for the last couple years I've gone direct and found that especially my live tone has improved drastically. Now I...
  54. guitarfreak365

    Implemented Per scene volume (like Axe-Fx II)

    So excited this was implemented! Thanks FAS!
  55. guitarfreak365

    Periphery Tone!

    He wasn't talking about AXE FX but I was at his workshop at sweet water and he said that he always finds himself going back to the 5150 and V30s.
  56. guitarfreak365

    Squealing Sound

    I think I found the cause...
  57. guitarfreak365

    Any FC release time info ?

    I'm super excited about the new FC button layout. Although I love my MFC101 I cant tell you how much trouble i have hitting the right buttons when playing live and getting into the music.
  58. guitarfreak365

    Help

    Check out the Ax8 also if you haven't yet. It has less power under the hood for presets and can't run 2 amps at the same time but it is very comparable to the axe II besides that. I'm generalizing of course but just wanted to make sure you were aware of that as an option. Personally i would...
  59. guitarfreak365

    Implemented Per scene volume (like Axe-Fx II)

    This would be really awesome if it was added to the III. I used this level tweak for the scenes all the time for quick live use changes. Would be so happy if this was added!
  60. guitarfreak365

    Implemented Metronome

    i totally agree! It was a very good practice tool i would use on my II
  61. guitarfreak365

    Rack Suggestions for Axe-Fx III

    I have not gotten my III yet but when I do I'm planning on getting the SKB 1SKB R4S 4U after hearing a lot of people being happy with it from the community here.
  62. guitarfreak365

    Tuner in Axe-Fx II XL+

    I'll have to try this but unfortunately I usually play my strings hard when I play live and that can make the pitch sharp so I like to tune with that same intensity.
  63. guitarfreak365

    Tuner in Axe-Fx II XL+

    Not sure if this is something you are running into, but I've found on patches that are at or very near the CPU limit, the tuner seems to be much less responsive on my MFC 101. This I'm guessing is due to the system prioritizing things other than the tuner to try and compensate for exceeding the...
  64. guitarfreak365

    Implemented Setting Scene Volume?

    Could this please be added again in a future firmware update? I use different levels on each of the 8 scenes and having it set up like on the II make it very easy and straight forward.
  65. guitarfreak365

    Trouble hitting buttons when playing live

    You don't happen to know which version 1 or 2 would fit the MFC 101 do you?
  66. guitarfreak365

    Trouble hitting buttons when playing live

    Thanks so much! I'm going to have to pick some up!
  67. guitarfreak365

    Trouble hitting buttons when playing live

    I've been getting much better recently at my stage presence but have found it increasingly hard to hit my changes accurately on the MFC 101. Not sure if there might even be 3rd party button attachments to enlarge the button like I've seen on some pedals. Has anyone found any helpful ways to...
  68. guitarfreak365

    What are you folks using to protect your Axe-Fx?

    Are you guys easily able to carry this case with one hand? I'm wanting to stick to my one trip set up. Guitar on my back, pedals in one hand Axe in the other.
  69. guitarfreak365

    Fan in Axe-Fx III

    I'm a fan of the Axe Fx III. A loud one at that :)
  70. guitarfreak365

    Sooooo...what are you express(ion)ing?

    Anyone else use expression pedals to control the input gain on amps or drives?
  71. guitarfreak365

    Favorite Amp Blocks For Clean Tones?

    The SHIVER CLEAN has always been my favorite for the straight up clean tones with no break up. It stays very clean even when pushing the gain so you can get some good dynamics with it. I usually stick with more edge of break up cleans so that when I dig in I can get some dirt. For that I've...
  72. guitarfreak365

    Tone Stack Location and its effect on Tone (Pre,Post,Mid,End)

    I started messing around with the tone stack location on the Atomica High. I switched it to MID and I really liked how it seemed to cut through the mix more. Does anyone know in short what each location (pre, post, mid, and end) will do to your tone? Also does anyone use them? Some times I can...
  73. guitarfreak365

    Post Your Axe-Fx III Rigs Here!

    I have one too and always thought it was just loud enough for me to be reminded to turn it off when I'm done with it haha :laughing:
  74. guitarfreak365

    Wish Wish List: New Amps

    I totally second adding the wizard!
  75. guitarfreak365

    Fractal Audio AMP models: Atomica (Cameron Atomica)

    I just fell on the Atomica the other day and I am curious about whether it was a tube or solid state rectifier too. Looks like its been asked before but does any one know?
  76. guitarfreak365

    Maintaining Enthusiasm

    Best of luck tomorrow! I totally feel the same playing on stage with the Axe Fx. I'm totally sold and couldn't be happier!
  77. guitarfreak365

    Fractal Audio AMP models: CA Tucana (Carol-Ann Tucana 3)

    Are people still liking the Carol-Ann? I'm a little late to the game but just started using it on my main presets and was super impressed. What really stuck out to me was how the MIDs sounds so full. I was comparing to the other amp I was using which happened to be the Wrecker express and...
  78. guitarfreak365

    Touch and Volume Sensitivity

    I stuck with the axe fx because of how well it reacted to my playing like a tube amp.
  79. guitarfreak365

    Stupid FC-6/FC-12 question...

    This is just speaking for myself but I had found comfort in knowing I have all these options on tap with the MFC101. But then I realize I never needed that many switches and it actually caused clutter more than anything. I've actually been minimizing my options and changes to focus on my playing...
  80. guitarfreak365

    Going wireless worth the switch?

    I don't know if you guys have seen something like this but I got one to hold my receiver and it works perfectly! I guess I cant post links but if you search (Levy's Leathers MM4 Wireless Receiver Holder For Guitar, Black) you will find it on amazon.
  81. guitarfreak365

    Going wireless worth the switch?

    I haven't used a different system but if you are looking for a new Shure wireless the GLXD14R is working amazing for me. I'm very new with it but the quality range and battery life is so great! Its pricey but I can tell its going to be one of those things I'm so thankful I bought and will use...
  82. guitarfreak365

    Going wireless worth the switch?

    I did end up switching to wireless! I went with a shure unit (see bellow if you care what unit). I seriously love it! I am sad I didn't change sooner. The tone and feel seems the same as my mogami cables I switched from. I still felt that way after A/B testing them. Thanks so much to everyone...
  83. guitarfreak365

    Front vs. Rear input on the Axe III

    I remember this thread bellow which highlighted how plugging in a guitar into the front input vs. the rear input on the Axe II sounded different. Is this the same with the III or will they all sound the exact same? I'm mainly wondering because I was hoping to plug my wireless into the rear input...
  84. guitarfreak365

    Axe-Fx III - New User Presets Thread!

    I don't have my III yet but is the factory presets like, 023 - Friedman BE-100, or other Friedman presets based off your main preset you just posted or are they very different?
  85. guitarfreak365

    FC-12 plus some Expression pedals - What board will you mount to?

    I currently have the Pedal train Pro and plan on using it when i get the FC12. A little bigger than needed but I plan on putting two expression pedals with it so it should work out pretty well...
  86. guitarfreak365

    Implemented Metronom

    I'd really enjoy a metronome being added again as well. It was a great practice tool!
  87. guitarfreak365

    Timing on availability of exact specs/photos of FC-6/12

    I felt that same sticker shock when I saw the price for the FC being high. I also felt that sticker shock for the AXE III but in regards to expecting it to be higher. So now i figure they kind of balance out. :)
  88. guitarfreak365

    Timing on availability of exact specs/photos of FC-6/12

    Going to go with the 12! I was a little worried about switching from the MFC101 to the 12 because of the difference of buttons but that worry was more on paper vs. reality. I never change that many things playing live so the 12 will have plenty of options for my needs.
  89. guitarfreak365

    Implemented Non-shared modifiers per channel

    I would totally love if they added this feature. I like using an expression pedal to control gain on amps. Being able to change through all 4 channels and control each differently with an expression pedal would make my day!
  90. guitarfreak365

    Suggestions on Semi-Hollow Guitar Tones

    I use that trick where you have two cabs but have a .06 delay on one of them to help fatten tone. Also can help tame the highs. Might be worth trying out.
  91. guitarfreak365

    Going wireless worth the switch?

    Y'all rock with these responses thanks so much! I think I'm going to have to switch to wireless. Now just about figuring out which unit! :)
  92. guitarfreak365

    Going wireless worth the switch?

    Thanks for all the replies guys! Very helpful to hear everyone experience with wireless. Seems like no one has really every regretted switching or went back to a cable.
  93. guitarfreak365

    Going wireless worth the switch?

    That's very helpful and in depth! Seems to confirm its the direction I want to move. Thanks John!
  94. guitarfreak365

    Going wireless worth the switch?

    I've been contemplating going wireless for a while now. First I wanted to hear from some people who have changed already to see if it was worth it to them. I play 2 times a week in an environment that it would be helpful. I'm specifically looking at the Shure GLXD14R but I'm open to suggestions...
  95. guitarfreak365

    Background noise?

    I've had this issue with picking up interference from my computer. All those things suggest were good but sometimes I can get rid of it by just turning some and facing a different direction. Just a thought!
  96. guitarfreak365

    Hum depending on position of guitar with respect to Axe FX II. Same with Axe III?

    Been running into this some. Found out my guitar wasn't properly shielded though. Its being shielded now. Hope that fixes it for me!
  97. guitarfreak365

    Axe FX III for modern church music without strymon pedals?

    Been using my Axe II since the mark II first came out for worship. I have wondered the same thing as you. About 6 months ago I decided the only way I could know and put it to rest was try it for myself. I went all in buying a great tube amp with drives and Strymon pedals. I still had my axe FX...
  98. guitarfreak365

    AFIII Exploring The Pitch Block On the Axe Fx III

    Yeah the direct quote from the info under the AXE FX III website is " A new Pitch block with improved pitch detection provides whammy, double-tracking, harmony, detune and more with astounding tracking and fidelity." Perhaps they just meant two harmonies at once and not the conventional meaning...
  99. guitarfreak365

    AFIII Exploring The Pitch Block On the Axe Fx III

    Wasn't there double tracking effect on the pitch block? What is that?
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