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Button 3 (scene) no function when pressing (blank)

Good morning everyone, I created a preset for an original song. I can't figure what is going on for the life of me. Scene 3 button shows blank even though it's not. It's labeled as heavy on FM9 edit and in the unit as well. When I press it, it does nothing :/ . It does work on other...
- Edrod
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- Dec 24, 2023
- Replies: 6
- Forum: FM9 Discussion
Automated Preset/Scene midi changes using DAW (Lag)

Hey guys, I'm going nuts trying to figure this out. I am messing with my FM3 and automating preset changes using Reaper (daw) to backing tracks. I was able to get preset/scene change to work but there's a huge lag/delay when switching presets/scenes. I have disconnected Fm3 edit and no...
- Edrod
- Thread
- Feb 19, 2023
- Replies: 43
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Help with Midi Solution to use Airstep and Widi Master at the same time

Good morning everyone, Wanted to know if there's a solution to this problem that has been puzzling me. The issue I am having is finding a way to be able to connect my Airstep and Widi Master to my FM3 at the same time. The problem I am running into is my current setup. As you can see in the...
- Edrod
- Thread
- Feb 12, 2023
- Replies: 10
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
FM3 Leon's discord backing track solo jam 59 bassguy

Hello guys, For those of you who don't know Leon has a discord. There's a bunch of great people in it who participate in monthly, now bi-monthly, jams. Here's my take on this month's jam. Hope you guys enjoy it
- Edrod
- Thread
- Sep 22, 2022
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
Help with FM3, temple audio board and seahorse 920 case.

Hello guys, My current bag fell apart a few days ago and I needed a new method to very my stuff. After doing some research about a new case or bag, I ran into the FM9 case thread. I really liked the setup everyone was getting. The seahorse 920 case setup was my favorite. The only con I'd say...
- Edrod
- Thread
- Sep 13, 2022
- Replies: 3
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
FS Help with FX II MK2 pricing

Hello everyone, I'd like to sell my FX2 Mk2 in mint condition. I hardly used, only used in studio, still has the screen cover lol I've never sold anything like this online. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated. Eddi
- Edrod
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- Aug 12, 2022
- Replies: 2
- Forum: For Sale
FS Get Good Drums License

Hey guys, I have several GGD libraries and I have not used the Invasion Kit. I'd like to sell it since I don't find myself using it. Shoot me a PM if you're interested. License is legit and have to go through contacting GGD to transfer license to new owner. Kind regards
- Edrod
- Thread
- Sep 1, 2021
- Replies: 0
- Forum: For Sale
NGD lefty 😁

I received this beauty today! It's been awhile since I've bought a guitar for obvious reasons, playing backwards, lol. I color is Miami blue, i love it!! Cheers, Eddi
- Edrod
- Thread
- Aug 7, 2021
- Replies: 4
- Forum: The Lounge
RIP Joey Jordison (ex drummer of Slipknot)

Wow, this is a bummer. https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/former-slipknot-drummer-joey-jordison-dead-at-46/
- Edrod
- Thread
- Jul 27, 2021
- Replies: 4
- Forum: The Lounge
Bug? Volume issues using Exp and Per Preset changing saved settings

I'm experiencing the same issues that @hubula is with the per preset fc feature. I'm not sure if this is a bug or what I'm doing wrong. I'm running the latest Cygnus and FM3-Edit. We have our first gig coming this weekend since COVID. I started investing more time on my presets to make it work...
- Edrod
- Thread
- Jun 22, 2021
- Replies: 17
- Forum: FM3 Bugs
FM3 Prowling blues - boy can the FM3 scream

Hi all! Hope everyone is doing well. I've never done any of these online competitions but decided to give it a go since one of my favorite guitarists, Jack Gardiner, is the judge. I used my fm3 and ml sound IR's. I really love the tone in this one. The end will you give you and idea of...
- Edrod
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- Feb 25, 2021
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
FM3 "Simple Man" Cover using FM3

Hi everyone, A good buddy of mine and I made a cover of simple man (Lynard Skyward) and used the Shinedown cover as inspiration. I used my FM3 to track electric guitars. All effects are from the fm3. Hope you all enjoy
- Edrod
- Thread
- Jan 23, 2021
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
Fixed EV-2 to control parameters only works when using Axe-Edit

Hi all, I recently received my EV-2. After a brief learning curve, I feel like I've able to understand how to use it. I created a patch for a PF song that we're covering in our band. . I'm using the EV-2 to engage the Input boost parameter and the delay block to a 11% mix or something like...
- Edrod
- Thread
- Jan 17, 2021
- Replies: 10
- Forum: FM3 Bugs
Help setting up FM3 with Airstep/Widi Master combo

Hi everyone, I received my Airstep today and unfortunately, it's been a bit of a headache. I've been able to use the Airstep in Reaper and Youtube so far. Took a little bit of trial and error but it's reasonably simple. The part that I'm struggling the most is when trying to pair the Airstep...
- Edrod
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- Jan 12, 2021
- Replies: 19
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
FM3, Airstep, and EV-2 question

Hello everyone, I hope you all had a great New years eve. I apologize for the stupid question but i want to get what I need to make this work. I got the Airstep and EV pedal for Xmas. They should both be arriving shortly. Can you guys point me out to the following products Airstep: I'd...
- Edrod
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- Jan 1, 2021
- Replies: 5
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
FM3 Original song using FM3 (fusion/edm)?

Hi everyone, I hope you all had a great Xmas break or time off. I've been working on this original song for about a week or 2. I feel it's coming along. I've been trying to add some edm, lofi type of sound to guitar. I'm not that great but I really like the vibe :) I'm using my fm3 with a...
- Edrod
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- Dec 27, 2020
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
Getting popping, crackling, and volume spikes when using as soundcard

Hello, I'm trying to figure out if I'm doing something wrong. I tried using asio4all but the crackling is unbearable so I've been switching between my focusrite and fm3 as needed in reaper. When I try to use my fm3, i get popping, crackling, and volume spikes. I shared s video to show...
- Edrod
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- Dec 7, 2020
- Replies: 6
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Light blemish on the right of my screen

Hi Guys, I recently updated to the 2.0 beta update. I don't recall seeing this prior. I wanted to know if this is something normal? I don't think it has to do with his • Display brightness is now applied correctly on power up. I tried restarting my FM3 but it still shows up.
- Edrod
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- Nov 25, 2020
- Replies: 13
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Computer keyboard switches question, please help!

Good afternoon everyone, I need some help chosing switches for my anne pro 2 there I'll be ordering today. Mind you, i had no clue that switches were a thing until recently. After going on the rabbit hole for hours, I'm undecided on which ones to pick. I'd like advice on switches and not...
- Edrod
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- Nov 16, 2020
- Replies: 0
- Forum: The Lounge
Izotope plugins worth it?

Hi all, Izotope is running va sale. A lot of people in the Facebook comments say it's a great deal. Do you guys think it's worth getting this bundle? https://www.izotope.com/en/shop/deals.html?fbclid=IwAR1hMHNEzk86GOM_r95VtqDzXjlCGwsYNZP8WVydWCwcWDETd816duIM4V8
- Edrod
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- Nov 12, 2020
- Replies: 13
- Forum: The Lounge
Preset Noise, can I get rid of it?

Good morning everyone. I made a preset for a type of modern single coil crunch. The guitar I'm using is an Ibanez Jem JR LH. I don't recall getting this noise before but it may be my ears playing a trick on me. I've tried other presets and they don't have this noise. The noise is light to...
- Edrod
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- Oct 29, 2020
- Replies: 15
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Extra power supply cable suggestions

Hello everyone, I posted this on the fm3 fb group but I have not been able to get any responses. I'm looking for recommendations for an extra power supply cable for my fm3. I want to feed one through a cable management tubing I have in my studio and my other for on the go (band practice...
- Edrod
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- Sep 26, 2020
- Replies: 2
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Help with Tone match patch, don't know what I'm doing wrong.

Hi Gang, Can you please help me with this patch? I'm trying to tone match a Metallica hardwired tone. I'm trying to use a dual amp for this. The USA IIC++ sounds pretty awesome with the tone match cab. The second amp (Dizzy V4) sound like the clean is bleeding all over the place. I tried...
- Edrod
- Thread
- Jan 7, 2017
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Help choosing iPad/iPhone guitar input

Hi guys, I've been going crazy the last couple of days trying to find the right iPad/iPhone guitar input. I currently have jamup plug and to be honest it's a POS. I use with bias and jamup when I'm too lazy to go to my home studio to plug my axe fx. The thing gets the most annoying...
- Edrod
- Thread
- Oct 1, 2015
- Replies: 4
- Forum: The Lounge
Another noob set up question with powerplay xl and interfaces. Please help!

Hey guys, I have a interface/headphone amplifier noob question that I cannot get my head around for the life of me. This is my set up. I'm running 2 different interfaces, focusrite 2i2 and the axe fx. I run them separately because I have no clue how I can run them together. I...
- Edrod
- Thread
- Jul 28, 2015
- Replies: 0
- Forum: The Lounge
Help, I think I got some malware going plugin crazy

Hello guys, Awhile back I went cheap and downloaded a ton of free plugins for my daw, reaper. I'm sure that while I downloaded some I might have downloaded some malware as well. Some of the signs are that I get a bunch of ads when I'm online on top of google chrome search list. I tried...
- Edrod
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- Jun 26, 2015
- Replies: 16
- Forum: The Lounge
Petrucci metal gear axe fx content

Sorry if it's a repost, I had not seen this video. I was not aware they had this series on vh1 either, I subscribed immediately .
- Edrod
- Thread
- Apr 28, 2015
- Replies: 4
- Forum: The Lounge
I need help figuring out what this style/theory is called

Hey guys, I've recently been enjoying jazz and rock fusion. I've noticed different players play chords and added notes. I'm sorry for my poor music language, this is the reason why I'm writing this thread. I really enjoy this style of playing. Do you guys know what this style of playing...
- Edrod
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- Apr 15, 2015
- Replies: 8
- Forum: The Lounge
Attempt at megadeth - angry again solo

Hey guys, here's an attempt at Marty's solo. It was fun trying to learn the solo. I apologize, I apparently cut the audio intro and some of the outro. I'm using the brootalz amp. Let me know if anyone is interested in the preset. Hope you guys enjoy it. Eddi
- Edrod
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- Apr 13, 2015
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
3 sisters covering Metallica-enter sandman

One of the few reasons I'd like to have kids haha
- Edrod
- Thread
- Apr 9, 2015
- Replies: 15
- Forum: The Lounge
Please Help Reaper with crashing while trying to change patches with Axe Fx

Hello guys, Here's the link to the reaper thread. Please Help Reaper with crashing while trying to change patches with Axe Fx - Cockos Confederated Forums I've been dealing with this issue all day. I'm trying to change my patches on my axe fx with a backing track. I do this since I...
- Edrod
- Thread
- Mar 8, 2015
- Replies: 9
- Forum: The Lounge
Wtf moment at local music store, Frankenguitar story

Sorry no pics :( I went with the wife to a local music store in albuquerque. I've been looking for a cheap mexican strat since my options are limited. As you guys may were the Devils minians, yup you guessed it, I play backwards. To my surprise my wife found a left handed strat. I was in...
- Edrod
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- Feb 21, 2015
- Replies: 8
- Forum: The Lounge
Different options/ideas to be able to fund GAS

Hey guys, Apparently I've been going on thread making binge lately haha. With the last couple of updates, my motivation to play more and one day live live has sky rocket. I've been able to acquire a good amount of good gear through out the years. Talks of starting a family within the next...
- Edrod
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- Feb 19, 2015
- Replies: 16
- Forum: The Lounge
What do you use to listen to new firmware updates

Hey guys, This is just a curious question I've had. Obviously, the tone can be audibly affected by what we use to listen to our axe fx's. I've only been able to hear my axe fx via my equator d5's
- Edrod
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- Feb 18, 2015
- Replies: 41
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Reaper, Axe Fx, and asio configuration Help please

Hello guys, I posted this in the Reaper forums. I've been having an issue that I don't remember ever having. I really haven't been using my Axiom 25 keyboard. Yesterday I wanted to add some quick piano notes to a song I've been working on via VST. There was a small lag between the...
- Edrod
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- Feb 16, 2015
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Positive grid jamup help

Hey guys, I'm sorry if I'm posting this. Maybe one of the site gurus can chime in. I already sent a very unpleasant email to their support so sorry if I come across as douchey. I've just been frustrated, here's a quick synopsis of my email...... I'm very frustrated because I have to...
- Edrod
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- Feb 7, 2015
- Replies: 8
- Forum: The Lounge
Synister Gates stem lead stem tracks

Hey guys, I just found some potential SG stem solo tracks. They're pretty good quality if anyone is interested in trying to tone match his tone. I was surprised how "basic" his tone is. It's cool to see his tone progression from the city of evil overkill tones. I was surprised about...
- Edrod
- Thread
- Jan 1, 2015
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Tone Match
Advice for the best way to connect my axe fx II for my home studio

Merry Christmas everybody, I have yet to update to the new firmware due to lazyness haha but that's not why I'm requesting some assistance. Here's a quick rundown of what I have hooked on my computer prior to rant. Axe fx Line 6 UX2 (getting replaced this Tuesday by a Scarlett 2i2)...
- Edrod
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- Dec 25, 2014
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Need a tons of advice, I've hit a major plateau!!!!

Hi everybody, I'm looking to get some advice. I've been playing for over 8 years. When I started playing there was major progress in my playing. I would practice and would be able to learn at a higher pace with time. For some reason my creatity was always "there". I was able to write...
- Edrod
- Thread
- Dec 20, 2014
- Replies: 17
- Forum: The Lounge
Dream theater Sacrified sons melodic solo cover

Hi everyone, I recorded this solo acouple of months ago. I created the backing track using free plugins and superior drummer. I think its fw 16 if I'm not mistaken. I have not been able to upgrade to the new fw due to being busy and being lazy too haha Any feedback is appreciated. Hope you...
- Edrod
- Thread
- Dec 18, 2014
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
New song/video I've been working on

Hi guys, I've bren Mia for awhile. I've recently become interested in video editing. This is the first video edit I've done using Sony vegass. I'm really digging this software. Of course I've used my trusted axe fx and left handed jp. Hope you guys like it Eddi
- Edrod
- Thread
- Sep 23, 2014
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Here's a quick video of how we made my small home recording studio :)

Hi guys, I've been MIA trying to work on my small room recording studio. It was more work than we anticipated but it was so much fun. I haven't even been able to get the new updated perks. I'll definitely be doing this after making this thread. I hope you guys enjoy it. Let me know if...
- Edrod
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- Jun 22, 2014
- Replies: 5
- Forum: The Lounge
Static sound when picking

Hey guys, I don't know if this is a bug or not. BTW, I'm loving this update. I did not have this issue before or at least I was not aware of it. Every time I pick there's a strange static sound when picking any note. It sounds like when the tone is bassy and it'll cause the snare to ring...
- Edrod
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- Mar 29, 2014
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Low gain improv solo video

Hello guys, I made this video to try out my new low gain tone/preset I made using my awesome axe fx. Ive been trying to learn more about jazz and rock fusion. I tried to incorporate some of it here as well as using most of the modes in g major. This solo is all improv. Man this...
- Edrod
- Thread
- Mar 25, 2014
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Please help, communication error message

Hello guys, My axe edit has been acting funky today. Everything is up to date (axe edit, axe fx, computer etc). I have not had any issues with it until today. Any suggestions? Thank you Eddi
- Edrod
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- Mar 2, 2014
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Edit (Gen I, II only)
Help using ultrares, any help greatly appreciate it.

Good morning everyone, I recently downloaded all the new updates (axe edit and fw 13). I've been reading about the ultrares the last couple of days. I purchased the oh 412-GTR MAR-CB MIX Modern Speaker Collection a couple of weeks ago and was amazed by how awesome it sounds. I...
- Edrod
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- Feb 15, 2014
- Replies: 3
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
About to watch Guthrie Govan live!!!!!

I just found out that he's in town playing at the dirty bourbon here on Albuquerque. Tickets are only 20 dlls which I think is a steal. I'm so pumped, I've never seen such an amazing player play live. I'm pretty close to the stage which is awesome. I do not seen an axe fx in his rig...
- Edrod
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- Jan 15, 2014
- Replies: 22
- Forum: The Lounge
Finally finish my guitar rig!!!!!! For now.......

Good morning guys. I i finally got the last piece of my rig for the moment. It's pretty basic, axe fx 2, power conditioner, 1u custom camo drawer, ear plugs, tuner, battery, cable, wireless. I borrowed the drawer idea from a member here. I can't remember the thread name.
- Edrod
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- Jan 12, 2014
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
New original prog djent song

Hi guys, With the new update I decided to do another song and record a quick video. Hope you guys like it, it still needs an end haha
- Edrod
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- Jan 10, 2014
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
New original song, fish hat inside!!!

Hey guys, This is a new song I wrote. It's all over the place, I hope you guys like it. It's still a scratch track so there's no real mixing mastering. I'm playing over it with a patch i made using my brand new axe fx. The am is an orange with an ownhammer cab. Excuse the crappy quality...
- Edrod
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- Jan 3, 2014
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Let Me Axe You Something: an Interview with Periphery’s Jake Bowen

Pretty cool interview. For some reason i thought they went direct when recording the last album. Let Me Axe You Something: an Interview with Periphery's Jake Bowen | GearGods Eddi
- Edrod
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- Dec 17, 2013
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Post pictures of your studio

Hi guys this is something that I'm always interested in seeing. I did a quick search and did not find anything but post your rig pics. I apologize if this is not on the right forum. I'm currently working on making some traps for the room. Here's a few pictures of mine...
- Edrod
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- Dec 13, 2013
- Replies: 91
- Forum: The Lounge
New unofficial Ernie musician JP majesty guitar

Our other guitarist recently sent me this link. I love my LH mystic dream jp. My favorite axe so far. Unfortunately icant I am liking this one as much. :-| Here's the link Ernie Ball Music Man Unofficially Introduces John Petrucci Majesty Guitar | Guitar World Ernie Ball Music Man...
- Edrod
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- Dec 3, 2013
- Replies: 50
- Forum: The Lounge
New to be axe fx 2 owner. I can't wait!!!!!

Hello guys, My name is Eddi and I've been reading and drooling about an axe fx for the last couple of years. The day finally finally arrived this weekend. My wife decided to surprise me by getting me an axe fx as an early graduation and Christmas gift. Yeah, she's a keeper. It shipped...
- Edrod
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- Nov 25, 2013
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion