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    Small monitors, treble causing issues... upgrade? change?

    Thank you for this! I will look into it. I also looked and found that I'd dialled back the tweeter on the monitors down 2dB some time ago, so I've undone that and it should help a fair bit for them, but I'm in a small-ish room with my partner's desk and some cupboards here too, so treatment and...
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    Small monitors, treble causing issues... upgrade? change?

    Would one curve be enough? Given that the curve changes gradually with volume increase? Is there an example EQ maybe floating around this forum that people have had success with? (I'm looking myself, but wondering if it exists)
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    Small monitors, treble causing issues... upgrade? change?

    Thanks for your reply @chris I'm familiar with FM, but never done anything in real life to address it. Yes, with my (tube) guitar amps, I play them at around 85dB+ (where they sound best.. lower means missing bass and character). I can have them at that volume presumably because as you say...
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    Small monitors, treble causing issues... upgrade? change?

    Thanks for your advice. Actually, the reason I want to hear what Chris thinks is because he said the things I wrote aligned to a common theme (implying possibly a single likely cause), the opposite of a paradox :)
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    Small monitors, treble causing issues... upgrade? change?

    I really want to hear what @chris thinks I should do
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    Small monitors, treble causing issues... upgrade? change?

    Oh, they're on :) I'm not new to this... Had a fractal of some sort over the past nearly decade. Just a bit unenthused with the sounds I'm getting... Unless my ears are nearly hurting >_< I just don't know how to get the sounds I like without it having to be so loud, and wondering if maybe...
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    Small monitors, treble causing issues... upgrade? change?

    So you reckon the monitors are the problem?
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    Small monitors, treble causing issues... upgrade? change?

    OK... and what would you suggest is the solution?
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    Small monitors, treble causing issues... upgrade? change?

    Yup, nearfield. About 4 foot from each speaker.
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    Small monitors, treble causing issues... upgrade? change?

    Hmm if I reduce the treble, it's all just muddy and boring though. I've got some Beyerdynamic DT880s (250ohm) and things sound a bit meh unless I have them louder than is good for my ears, I'm sure. I can't really play with them for that reason. I used to play an Axe FX 2 mk2 through a pair of...
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    Small monitors, treble causing issues... upgrade? change?

    Hi all. I have a pair of Adam Audio A3X which I use for playing my FM9. They are on iso-acoustic brand stands. Annoyingly (and painfully), it's only when I get them up at 80-85dB or more that they start sounding good (and different to each other). At this volume, the treble content is kinda...
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    New FAS Amp Models Gallery & More Ares 02.00 - Axe FX II

    Has this had any updates in the past 3 years? It's awesome as is, but thought I'd ask :) Thanks MDProd
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    Considering trying Fractal again - FM9

    Thanks VERY MUCH everyone :) All this feedback has given me the confidence to try an FM9 or maybe an FM3 again. Now to just flog off all the pedals needed to fund it!
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    Considering trying Fractal again - FM9

    Hi All, TL/DR: how many of you are finding you can just choose an amp, a cab, turn the Bass/Miss/High knobs a bit as you would a real amp, and just PLAY and be happy with the sound... without page diving and fiddling? Long version: Several years ago i had an Axe FX 2 MK2. Like many, I spent a...
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    Ear fatigue using monitors

    The Mid control on my monitors is 1kHz and the Hi control is 4.5kHz. To control 3kHz explicitly should go per patch, or use the Axe's global EQ? As this weird volume effect is for all my patches
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    Ear fatigue using monitors

    Hi, thanks I've already got a high cut at 7500Hz in all can blocks though. I reduced the 1khz region by a dB or so in my monitors which has helped a little bit, but it just seems to me that these monitors really need a loud-ish signal going into them to really wake up, otherwise they are dull...
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    Newbie irritated by RCF Art 712-A MK IV

    Apologies if you've already done this, but have you cut the cabinet block low frequency response to something guitar-cab-like ie. 70-80Hz, and similar with the high frequency? That'd get rid of the bass you mention and all the high frequency content. This can make FRFR speakers respond more like...
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    Ear fatigue using monitors

    Hi All. Using my Eris E8 monitors, I've found that the amp models only hit their stride to my ears and show unique characteristics when the volume causes ear fatigue after only 5-10 minutes of playing (around 80dB measured on a phone app). If I turn it down to a comfortable level, everything's...
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    Axe-Fx with Axe-Edit (Default Values)

    I'd really like it if the double click function reset to default setting for the amp, as Cliff et al set it to be when modelling the amp accurately. ie. where it should be to represent the amp. Because otherwise the only way to know when I've "strayed off the track" too far is by resetting the...
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    Fractal Audio AMP Models: Yeks PDF Guide

    THANK YOU for all this work yek. Really - the collection of information like this has added immeasurable value for the Axe for me.
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    Urgent: No Input 3 or 4 in Cubase (to get dry signal)

    Champion!!! Thanks a million Chris :) Also: Is it normal for the signal to be ridiculously quiet? Should I take measures to make it fill up the audio channel a bit more? ie 'tickling the red' but in the DAW way? Or just leave it alone...
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    Urgent: No Input 3 or 4 in Cubase (to get dry signal)

    Hey guys, I searched but came up empty. I'm not reamping, simply want to record the dry signal in while tracking some guitar for a mate's project so he can do what he wants later on. The Axe is being recorded fine (effected), but when I look in the Cubase Device setup, it says Inputs 3 and 4...
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    Best way to modify overall EQ = Global EQ per patch?

    Added to the request/wish list section :)
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    Best way to modify overall EQ = Global EQ per patch?

    Damn. To whoever works on AE: I think it would be really useful for AE to include the ability to edit the global EQ settings for each output. And it would also be very helpful for those who have (say) a non-ideal environment, to be able to switch on the 'terrible venue' or 'cheap monitor' EQ...
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    Best way to modify overall EQ = Global EQ per patch?

    Yeah, the one in the global menu of the front panel seems to be, I was originally referring to global blocks which ii thought was the only way (but now know better). Keen to know if there's a way to store and enable/disable a preset (even one) in the global menu though
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    Best way to modify overall EQ = Global EQ per patch?

    Blackmore guitar, thanks! What's the equivalent in AxeEdit? I'm an AE kinda guy :) Also, this seems like you need to dial up/down each item individually when you need it, rather than just flick an on/off button when changing environments. Am I missing something?
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    Best way to modify overall EQ = Global EQ per patch?

    Hi, I searched but wasn't sure if I used the best terms for the question... I've got some nice sounds through my headphones, but through my less than ideal monitors things are a tad boomy. Other than replacing my monitors (later), is the best way to add an EQ block to every patch and have...
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    Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 1.00 Public Beta

    Can't wait to try this. As an aside: I'm a software engineer by trade and recent events have brought up the idea of project 'continuity.' I don't know if Cliff is the sole engineer/coder, but considering the progress he's created in digital amp modelling and effects in general, I really hope...
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    Just a farewell thanks to Fractal and all the forum users

    Don't sell! Google 'boron arthritis' and 'serrapeptase arthritis'. Depending on the cause of yours, one or both may cure it.
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    Scratchy sound on this patch - same for you?

    Thanks Cliff, will experiment with those parameters :eagerness:
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    Scratchy sound on this patch - same for you?

    Understood... I only own a Carvin V3M and a cube lol. Nothing non-MV to experiment with (nor the soundproof place!)
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    Scratchy sound on this patch - same for you?

    I've only played a few non-MV amps (and not at great volume), so I admit a lack of experience in that area. However, please realise I was asking more in the light 'is this expected/what's causing this?' rather than 'OMG111ty there's something wrong with my AXE, I hate digital, ima-flip-it-asap'...
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    Scratchy sound on this patch - same for you?

    That's it Cliff!! SO grateful to know you're personally investigating :) I assume you don't have fret buzz on the guitar you used - if you know what's causing this, could you let me know so I can make changes to my patch like Rex suggested, or let us know what can be done about it? Thanks a...
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    Scratchy sound on this patch - same for you?

    Hey Cliff, thanks for the input! Do you mean that some buzz off the fret(s) is carrying through to the amp modelling algorithm and resulting in the sound? Or that it's physically coming from the guitar? And are you saying the same amp/setup in real life would exhibit the same crackle from the...
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    Scratchy sound on this patch - same for you?

    Waaaaait a cotton-pickin' minute... I just switched to the TX Star Clean model (all default settings, everything else the same). I'm using the TV Mix #1 cab now and it's quite a dull sound overall, but still has this crackle over the top. What gives? The amp is only on 5/10
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    Scratchy sound on this patch - same for you?

    Thanks for the reply Rex! I thought the bright had to be on for the model to accurately represent the amp? So basically if I were to play the real gear this is representing, I'd get the same kinda scratchy sounds? If that's the case then that's a good enough answer, and I can dial it out with...
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    Scratchy sound on this patch - same for you?

    AH! Sorry good point: Axe FX 2 Mk 2. Here's a clip showing the crackling: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/11181535/scratchy_sound.mp3 I know it's not the cleanest amp, and it's on MV of 10, but I get this on some clean amps and other dirty-ish ones too (can't tell if it's there or not on...
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    Scratchy sound on this patch - same for you?

    Noone?
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    Scratchy sound on this patch - same for you?

    Hey all, loving FW19. Just got a quick question: If anyone else tries this patch, do you hear a kinda crackly scratchy noise (even clearer on the tail end of open chords). I'm using F031 for the cab (but I hear it with tons of the cabs, so I doubt that's the cause). I'm not sure if it's by...
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    I'm gonna give v18 a shot, updating from v14 - anything I should do?

    Hold on to your hat!
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    What causes this volume difference?

    Loving FW18... just one Q: Is a real life Princeton (Prince Tone) about 1/2 as loud as the Princeton Reverb (Prince Tone Rev), with both on 10? The reason I ask is because in the same patch, just switching between the two amps doubles the volume. The Prince Tone NR is somewhere between. This...
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    New 18.00 Public Beta

    Oh I see, only on the Axe itself (not Axe Edit). Thanks!
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    New 18.00 Public Beta

    Just updated to FW18b. Are the G3'd amps still indicated like they were in a previous beta? I'm not seeing anything..
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    New 18.00 Public Beta

    Thanks for your amazing work Cliff!!! I'm just curious: how long does the process of G3'ing an amp in one particular configuration take (ie. all push/pull pots in one position)? Is it like running an impulse through a cab, or a lot more involved?
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    Hipower Normal and Brillnt models REALLY quiet compared to the rest?

    'Solo 99 Clean' also needs to be turned up really loud in the mixer for volumes similar to the other amps.
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    Hipower Normal and Brillnt models REALLY quiet compared to the rest?

    Hmmm. I know having amp 'output level' cranked is perfectly normal. I mean I find it a bit suspicious to have to run one or two amps' 'mixer levels' at +6 when the rest of the amps sound the same/similar useful volume with the same setting at -10 to -5 (regardless of the clean or dirty character...
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    Hipower Normal and Brillnt models REALLY quiet compared to the rest?

    Ok maybe i should clarity: i know some amps won't be clean with the amp master cranked, but these two models are quiet, even using ridiculously high block mixer levels... Regardless of whether they are clean or not. My patch using the normal channl is mostly clean ATM, but it's are uselessly...
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    Son Of A Gun Strange Magic

    Can we get this post deleted and user banned? Obviously spam.
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    Hipower Normal and Brillnt models REALLY quiet compared to the rest?

    I've been editing/fixing my patch levels recently. Has anyone else noticed that the Hipower Normal and Brillnt models are really quiet compared to all the others (at the same amp mixer volume)? To get the same volume out of them, I have to have the amp Master Volume on 8+ and the mixer level on...
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    Not getting instant notifications of thread updates by email

    Hi. Yeah, I checked my email address and it's fine. And (for example) when I look at my subscription list, I have instant subscription (via email) to this thread chosen, but didn't get an email OR a notification in the user control panel... I've also checked my spam folder and it wasn't there...
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    Not getting instant notifications of thread updates by email

    Anyone?
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    Actual Ownhammer Cab Pack content?

    Only one position per combo? That's surprising, considering RW do so many positions for each. From what you are saying though, maybe the RW stuff is overkill. Thanks, that was the info I was after
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    Not getting instant notifications of thread updates by email

    Hi, I'm not getting email notifications when thread I've subscribed to are updated. I've checked my spam folder, nothing in it. I couldn't see an actual 'Help' section on the forum so I'm posting here. Any ideas? Or could someone else please test this functionality? Thanks in advance!
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    Actual Ownhammer Cab Pack content?

    Hey all, I've been looking for this info but haven't found it yet (might be blind!) On the Redwirez site, they make it quite clear what you get for your money - the combinations of cabinet, mic, and the various positions that the samples are taken from. I think I prefer the Ownhammer IRs (in...
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    Yek's preset collection (Q9.04, Axe-Fx II XL)

    Hi Yek, Thanks for all your effort in documenting the AF2, it's made life easier for me learning how to use it. I've got a question: in the Amp "Other" page, what's the difference between using Left, Right and "Sum L+R"? I'm using "Left Only" in the I/O page, and amplification is stereo FRFR...
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    Exact list of file-names from each Cab-Pack (in the Wiki)

    This is sort of close to some info I'm looking for.... but I want to find out what you get for your money with the Ownhammer Cab Pack. What distances are each setup sampled from? The Redwires site lists clearly what distances etc you get for each combination. I think I like the Ownhammer sounds...
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    Matrix NL12 - as good as a 2x12??

    So jamn4jc were you happy with the NL12 in the end? Or have you moved on? Looking at power amp/cab VS FRFR myself right now. A matrix amp and NL cab are high on my list of options
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    Use an Atomic CLR active wedge on side as back line?

    Haha. I just found the answer in another that so deleted my post... Thanks!
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    New owner - Q's RE cab linking and AF2 as interface

    Rotti: the problem is that turning up that front output control turns up both music from the PC (not in a daw BTW, just foobar etc). I'm hoping to have complete control over both the music and the guitar separately. I have a behringer xenyx mixer which I could use to do this but read on the...
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    New owner - Q's RE cab linking and AF2 as interface

    Hi all, new owner here! Quite happy with Ithe sounds I'm getting so far, but have some questions. I searched but didnt find the answers to these: 1) I was scrolling through the amp list to get a feel for each of them, when I realised that the cab model wasn't changing as I changed amp. So I'd...
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    Great replacement fan

    Where did you find the CFM of the original fan? I'm trying to choose a fan, I've got brands I prefer (for silent PCs) but want to confirm 100% that I'll choose a fan with high enough CFM...
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    Powered monitors for corner of room (front ported with auto on-off)

    Please delete. thanks Please delete. thanks
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    Powered monitors for corner of room (front ported with auto on-off)

    Hey all, I'm waiting for my AF2 in the mail. I want to buy powered monitors to use at home. I'm in a small apartment and my desk is hard up against the wall, with one speaker in the corner. So I think I need front ported monitors with a power button on the front OR auto on/off. I'm keen on the...
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