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FullRes IR vs. Reverb

I liked 'A' better. I was convinced it was Full Res - because Full Res = better....right? Not here - not to these ears. I'm very happily proven wrong. Great job.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #72
- Sep 30, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Just wanted to say ……

+1
- DrProgNerd
- Post #6
- Jul 24, 2021
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
True Story

I was totally guilty of the scooped 'tone' approach. As stated previously: it's the product of sitting in a room for hundreds of hours - practicing. When you reach a level of ability to play gigs with a band, you believe that this 'tone' that you have been cultivating and have acclimated to -...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #77
- Jul 4, 2021
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
True Story

THIS !!!! 100% THIS !!! :) Was guilty of it myself for years before figuring it out. Words of wisdom.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #59
- Jul 3, 2021
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
FM3 Firmware Version 4.00

I'm getting really freakin' tired of telling the Fractal Team what a great job they're doing ....... .........not really ...................Great freakin' job Fractal Team !!!!!
- DrProgNerd
- Post #143
- Jun 18, 2021
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
FM3 Firmware Version 4.00 beta 5

FAS Team KILLIN IT !!! Great job !!!!
- DrProgNerd
- Post #103
- Jun 10, 2021
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
John Cordy: Is the FM3 under powered?

I love his playing. I feel that his opinions are honest. Though he clearly is partial to his HX Stomp, I feel he just needs to log more time on the FM3 and he could change his mind. :) Conscientious guy though - and responds to most of the comments with a ♥️ or a 👍 - and sometimes a quick...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #40
- Jun 8, 2021
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
FM3 Firmware Version 4.00 beta 1

Another brilliant job, Fractal team. Thank you - once again - for demonstrating your customer loyalty. You are absolutely the industry leaders. Neural, Line 6, Kemper - they're all fighting for 2nd Place. Loving this update.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #209
- May 22, 2021
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
FM3 Firmware Version 4.00 beta 1

I've done that a couple times with a Luke III I used to have. You trouble-shoot "everything" ........then realize what it actually is and feel about 2 inches tall. Uuuuuugh. I feel your pain. Lol.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #165
- May 21, 2021
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Any anti modelers have religious conversion?

In keeping with the religious/non-religious thread title, what I'm about to say may seem sacrilegious to some .... but I'd put the Port City Pearl up against any clean amp I've owned in the last 40 years. For reference that list includes '71 Fender Twin, 20th Anni Shiva and a Two Rock Studio Pro...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #54
- May 18, 2021
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Any anti modelers have religious conversion?

Short answer: I like both. I use my FM3 for effects and IR's with my Port City Pearl and Suhr Reactive Load I run the FM3 through the Pearl's effects loop for a bit of reverb and delay - with a Port City OS 2x12 cab I use the FM3's effects, amp sims, IR's for jamming to YouTube backing tracks...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #40
- May 15, 2021
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
FM3 Firmware Version 3.03 beta 1

This is why Fractal OWNS the modeling game. Your team is incredible. Customer dedication: unmatched. Thanks Fractal for making this an even better weekend.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #187
- Apr 10, 2021
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
4CM Tutorial

Leon's tutorial on 4CM was a huge help. Thank's, Leon. FM3 through my Port City Pearl 50w and matching OS 212 cab......wow .........just ......wow!!!
- DrProgNerd
- Post #16
- Mar 27, 2021
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
FM3 Firmware Version 3.02

It's already been 10 days since the last firmware update. Jeez, I hope the Fractal team is okay ....... Lol !!! J/K, y'all. You are absolutely the best customer support team in all of guitar-dom. Thanks for your loyalty to your customers.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #251
- Mar 20, 2021
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
FM3 VS Quad Cortex

When I first saw QC, it definitely grabbed my attention - but F.A.S. always have the best tone - and are absolute stalwarts of customer care. Continuous updates. Unparalleled community of support. When the Axe II XL came out, I bought one and was having a technical issue. Matt (I believe) called...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #229
- Mar 4, 2021
- Forum: The Lounge
FM3 Now Shipping

I pop in from time-to-time to check the status of the FM3 list. Good LORD it's getting rambunctious around here. 70 Pages at time of this post - and if you take out the speculation, infighting and posturing - it could probably be trimmed down to 3. This is like TGP on angel dust. Lol !!!!
- DrProgNerd
- Post #1,385
- Apr 21, 2020
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
FM3 Now Shipping

Got on Waitlist 04/23/19 at 12:39pm AZ time (Mountain). Got my invite for non-headphone FM3 this morning. FWIW - I'm holding out for the HP version. **** Sorry for my error. I initially put 04/23/20. Doh!!! .... corrected
- DrProgNerd
- Post #1,032
- Mar 24, 2020
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
AX8 in action: live r&b band

Love it. Outstanding. Thank you for sharing. Great to hear some Sly and the Family Stone in there. Don't think I've ever heard that covered before. Great job. Keep em comin.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #17
- Apr 7, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
AX8 in action: live r&b band

Not to take anything away from the rock and metal postings - but it's nice to see another genre represented here. You proved that the AX8 isn't just for shredding. I've heard some respectable country on it as well. You guys sounded great. Thank you for sharing.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #7
- Mar 31, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Alice In Chains tribute (more videos)

Outstanding. Love it. Been a few years since my 'playin' out days' but man I remember suffering through some awful bands. They could all take a page from your book. You are all obviously well rehearsed. Vocals, guitars, the mix …. tight as hell. Just outstanding. Thanks for sharing.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #8
- Mar 7, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Live AX8: Alice In Chains

Outstanding. Loved it all - mix, vocals, guitar tone. Outstanding job. More please …….
- DrProgNerd
- Post #17
- Mar 1, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Board for AX8?

I'm using a Pedaltrain Novo 32. It's a little shallower than the Pro (front to back) - by 1.5" - and leaves room for a couple of expression pedals and some other doo-dads. As far as portability - can't help you. I'm a home player - so the vinyl case that came with it, sits in a closet. But - as...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #3
- Feb 23, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Hopes somewhat dashed........

A thought on the ‘will they/won’t they’ question: A company that is unquestionably a market leader ….who have built a reputation on continuously raising the bar …… with a built-in pool of buyers just waiting to throw their money at Fractal…. ….. Why WOULDN’T they? I just can’t picture a...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #31
- Feb 14, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Sold my Axe III .... bought an AX8

+1 on this comment. I'd love more CPU. More routing options. And being able to run two amps simultaneously. But that is seriously splitting hairs - because if a new floor unit never came out, I'd be fine with the AX8 as it is. What a great unit.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #49
- Feb 8, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Sold my Axe III .... bought an AX8

Man, you just can’t go wrong either way. If you love lots of layered effects and nearly limitless routing options – AIII might be your better choice – because the CPU on the AX8 does have its limitations. Plus - the firmware updates are just flying out – rapid fire – on AIII. It seems like...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #46
- Feb 5, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
AX8 and Powerstage 170 Videos

I had a PowerStage 170 not too long ago. When I had my AIII, I had a pretty elaborate set up. I was running wet signal to the PA - dry signal up the middle - and a PowerStage 170 pushing a Port City OS 1x12 loaded with an EVM-12L. It was pretty amazing. Plenty loud. Surprisingly loud for its size.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #6
- Feb 4, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Sold my Axe III .... bought an AX8

Since reading your last post, I looked into light/medium drives - including the Lightspeed. I sold my Xotic RC-V2 recently and miss having a pedal without the tube-sag. I emailed Daniel at Port City and he hooked me up with a Sahana Drive. Kind of an obscure pedal - but I've owned a couple Port...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #44
- Feb 1, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
AFIII Incredible Dream Theater Cover by Owen Davey

Absolutely astounding !!!!! There aren't enough superlatives for what I just saw. I am utterly amazed.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #9
- Jan 30, 2019
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
Gig video: Ozzy’s 'I Don’t Know'

Watched both videos. Brilliant job …. every one of you. Absolutely outstanding guitar playing. You have all clearly put a LOT of work into this. Couldn't be more impressed.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #17
- Jan 26, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Sold my Axe III .... bought an AX8

Never owned a Klon – wasn’t scared of the price-tag – I just figured if I could get 90% of the way there with a Klone, it made more sense. I guess the closest I came was an ARC Klone V2 – which I loved. I owned a KoT for about 5 minutes once. Lol !!! I was on the list for a year – just GLUED to...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #41
- Jan 25, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Sold my Axe III .... bought an AX8

That’s right. I bought a couple from you too. Lol. I looked back in my messages – you sold me a Juggler and a Squire. Small world. Man, I almost don’t want to say this – since you just sold your Jester – but I love to goose the front of my AX8 with my Jester. Out of all the pedals I had, it’s...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #39
- Jan 25, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
"Eye in the Ax8" Ca3+ preset

Great tone. Love it.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #9
- Jan 23, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Barefoot Buttons

I picked up two additional minis for my only surviving pedal -outside the AX8 - my Kingsley Jester. They look and feel great. Minis are plenty.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #274
- Jan 23, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Sold my Axe III .... bought an AX8

I would never try to talk someone out of buying an AIII. It is amazing. But it comes down to your needs. It’s like walking in to the biggest, most elaborate all-you-can-eat buffet there is: if you have a huge appetite, it’s worth it – if you don’t, it’s not. What I love about the AIII is...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #13
- Jan 21, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Sold my Axe III .... bought an AX8

I've done the wall of amps and monster pedalboard thing. I'm over it now - which is what brought me back to Fractal. I had so much fun with the AIII ….. but all I need are a couple of drives, a cool amp model, a dimensional chorus, delay and 'verb and a decent IR. That's the core of most of my...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #7
- Jan 19, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Sold my Axe III .... bought an AX8

Oh, shoot. I just realized that I posted this thread in 'Axe III Recordings'. I meant to put it in the 'AX8'. See what happens when you watch a Camilo Velandia demo. Your mind gets blown and you post stuff in the wrong place. ;)
- DrProgNerd
- Post #4
- Jan 19, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Sold my Axe III .... bought an AX8

I'm still on the wait for the FC. That's going to be a scary moment. Will there be a "Sold My AX8 and Bought an AIII and FC" thread coming? Lol !!! Man, I hope not. I'm losing money every time I do this. It doesn't matter what Fractal I end up with …. they're ALL good.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #3
- Jan 19, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Sold my Axe III .... bought an AX8

So ….. I did what some might see as the unthinkable – I sold my Axe III and bought an AX8…….and I couldn’t be happier. Actually, to be more precise – I sold an AX8 after I bought the AIII – used the AIII for about 8 months – THEN sold it and went back to an AX8. Semantics. Overall...
- DrProgNerd
- Thread
- Jan 18, 2019
- Replies: 50
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
AFIII Eric Johnson Sound

Outstanding. Great job.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #25
- Jan 18, 2019
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
Barefoot Buttons

Personal preference. When I look at the big ones, I think "Jeez, how much button does one need?" Lol. The Mini's are absolutely better than stock buttons. I play barefoot at home and they are super comfortable. Plus - aesthetically - I like that they don't obscure the numbers. I don't really use...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #271
- Jan 16, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Barefoot Buttons

The soft-switches on the AX8 were never difficult to work with - but I'm finding that having the BB's makes switching seem smoother - easier somehow. Maybe it's in my head ….. like when you get new sneakers and you feel like you can run faster and jump higher. Lol !!! BCy2k - do they feel easier...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #267
- Jan 15, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
What I don't miss about tube amps....

+1 on this comment. After 30+ years of playing, I am done with LOUD !!!! The AX8 is perfection at any level.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #14
- Jan 13, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Barefoot Buttons

You did it right. I like the tallboys in the back. Very comfortable and functional. I guess with the soft switches, 'need' doesn't really come into play - but having the 'regular' mini's on 1-4 is just that much nicer ….. plus I was hoping it would get me chicks.... which so far, hasn't happened...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #265
- Jan 13, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Barefoot Buttons

I just got my Barefoot Mini's today. I went with regular V1 mini's on switches 1-4 and on F2 & F3. I went with V1 mini tallboys on 5-8 and on F1. The bigger buttons look great too - but I just felt that the mini's looked a little more 'streamlined'. I'm happy with my choice - and working with...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #262
- Jan 12, 2019
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
My first (published) AX8 studio recording

I love this. For some reason - it reminds me of the Rick Wakeman solo album Six Wives of Henry VIII - albeit with more complex time signatures and (of course) much better production : ) I appreciate the restraint and use of space. Thank you for not cluttering things with 1/4 triplet shredding...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #5
- Dec 29, 2018
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 2.04

...and "brave" …… hmmm ….. veiled Marillion reference perhaps ….?
- DrProgNerd
- Post #40
- Dec 15, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III USB Firmware Version 1.06

I LOVE this clip. I send it to people all the time. Here's MY old fart recollection of early guitar playing: When I started playing, there were no drum machines. They used to put out LP's of drum tracks called 'Drum Drops'. There were rock versions and Latin versions, etc. And you could...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #48
- Oct 30, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Don't take the Axe-Fx III for granted! (Tried Line6 Helix)

Today I sold my last two 12" speakers. Those represented the last pieces of my traditional amp-rig. Since buying the AIII, I have been selling off my heads, cabs and combos. 36 years of gear collecting. I have zero need for a 'real' amp since moving to Fractal. A buddy of mine picked up a...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #26
- Oct 20, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 1.10

I've heard of you guys. I'm a home player now - but I played with a band called 'Broken Toys' for about 5 years. They're still around but all new members - except the singer. We played mostly classic rock and outlaw country - but we threw in some 70's soft rock and STP, 3DD and Foo Fighters just...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #84
- Jun 21, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 1.10

Oh shoot, I've seen your posts before - but never picked up that you were in Gilbert. How cool is that? Do you play in a band around town?
- DrProgNerd
- Post #82
- Jun 21, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 1.10

I know EXACTLY what you mean. I'm constantly refining my presets - then playing - with a grin on my face and shaking my head in disbelief at how good it sounds. Been a player and gear collector for over 35 years - and can honestly say that my current AIII rig absolutely dwarfs anything I've...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #76
- Jun 20, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Post Your Axe-Fx III Rigs Here!

After years of 'pedalboards of doom' and 'piles of guitars' and 'wall 'o' amps' ……… it's so refreshing to have a nice understated, sparse setup ….. that can rip your freakin' face off. Lol !!! Love my AIII !!!
- DrProgNerd
- Post #210
- Jun 19, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Post Your Axe-Fx III Rigs Here!
- DrProgNerd
- Post #209
- Jun 19, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Favorite Amp Blocks For Clean Tones?

Sheky - I listened to your examples. Beautiful sounds. Can't wait to get off work now and go home to play. Thanks for the suggestions.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #5
- Jun 6, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Favorite Amp Blocks For Clean Tones?

I remember setting up a preset on my IIXL for a friend who had come over to check it out. He played while I dialed it in. What we ended up with was a slightly breaking clean based off the Shiver. That was a few years ago - he still mentions that "Shiva preset" we dialed in. Ill have to go back...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #4
- Jun 6, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Favorite Amp Blocks For Clean Tones?

I've created some great presets so far: One for classic Marshall Audley Freed type of sound - and a couple for Satriani/Timmons type drive. I got there pretty quickly on the III. I've laid the groundwork for a more modern wet clean type tone (Petrucci'ish?) - and am pretty happy - but I'm not...
- DrProgNerd
- Thread
- Jun 6, 2018
- Replies: 21
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Honest Thoughts On Axe-Fx III, II and AX8?

I sold my AX8 after a day with the III. It is the best sound I've ever had - and I've had some nice stuff. I love the routing options - I'm currently running three signal paths with a total of 24 blocks on one of my patches. One - cab-emulated dry signal. One cab-emulated stereo wet signal. One...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #5
- Jun 4, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
[Video] - Firmware 1.09 - Major new features demo'd

Outstanding job, Chris …… as usual. Thanks :)
- DrProgNerd
- Post #19
- Jun 3, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 1.09 Public Beta

I just completed my first firmware update. Being a relative newb, I'm not sure what the exact terminology is but ….. I think the Fractal folks used the interweb to reach into my Axumafex to drizzle secret sauce up in there. This thing sounds AMAZING !!! Thanks FAS !!
- DrProgNerd
- Post #93
- Jun 2, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Kingsley Jester into Axe III

I think the only Kingsleys that I haven't owned are the Bard and the Jouster. They are ALL varying degrees of awesome. The only two I didn't click with were the Juggler and the Harlot. I bought the Jester V2 as an afterthought when ordering a Constable V2 and Maiden D - it turned out to be my...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #9
- May 30, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Switching from AX8 to Axe-Fx III

Good point. I hadn't considered that. If it is close to the AIII, then they really did make improvements - because the II XL that I had then was nowhere near what I'm getting out of the AIII now. If I was still gigging, I would have kept my AX8 (for shows) in addition to my AIII for home. Easy...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #8
- May 28, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Reviews
Kingsley Jester into Axe III

It's all good. I appreciate any advice you have to offer.
- DrProgNerd
- Post #7
- May 28, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Kingsley Jester into Axe III

I suspect you're right. I'm continually impressed with what I'm able to get out of the Fractal gear. And I'm sure anything I want is in there - if I look hard enough. I know what you mean about the CLR's. They are outstanding. When I had my Axe II XL, I was sending one signal to a pair of CLR's...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #6
- May 28, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Kingsley Jester into Axe III

I'm an old fart and new to computer based recording. In fact I bought an interface that came with Pro Tools First a couple of weeks before the Axe - and I'm struggling. I'll get there one of these days. Honestly - I don't think a demo would give the full picture because a lot of what's happening...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #4
- May 28, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Kingsley Jester into Axe III

Hey all - I've been using a Kingsley Jester with my AIII - and used it with my AX8 prior to getting the AIII. I find that the beautiful tube boost and drive compliment the AIII nicely. I resist using these terms whenever possible - because they are grossly overused - but they are unavoidable...
- DrProgNerd
- Thread
- May 28, 2018
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Switching from AX8 to Axe-Fx III

+1 on the OP's comment. I got on the AIII waiting list the day it was announced. While I waited, I bought an AX8 and loved it. When I got my purchase invite for AIII, I actually waited over a week - didn't think I needed it. I was more than happy with the AX8 …. then I saw Camilo Velandia's demo...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #5
- May 28, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Reviews
M@ IS A ROCK STAR!!

+1 here. M@ IS a Rockstar. After several emails back and forth to resolve an issue I was having, he called me from his home at 9:30pm. After 20 minutes of trial and error, he determined that I had a bad etherCon cable. I hooked up an XLR to the FASLINK, per his instruction - probelem solved. He...
- DrProgNerd
- Post #23
- Aug 14, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion