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    FM3 with external Looper

    If I am using a submixer, I just get a stereo output from that, and send a feed from the submixer (currently a small Mackie) to the PA. If I go without the mixer, I go FM3>Looper>Monitors, and usually a line out from the monitor goes to the PA.
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    FM3 with external Looper

    I use mine with either a pair of Oberheim Digital Echoplexes, or a Ditto Looper X4. I put them either after the FM3, or into the aux send of the mixer the FM3 is plugged into. Both work great.
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    FM3 Firmware Version 7.00 beta 2

    Outside of Dyna Cabs, the new firmware (and the editor) is locking up under this condition: Start a blank preset (or any preset where you can run a delay) Add Ambient delay, keep stock settings in Scene 1 have the repeat/stack/hold button on repeat in Scene 2 select stack without changing any...
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    FM3 Firmware Version 7.00 beta 1

    Can someone tell me if this is happening on the beta (because it is happening on the firmware right before the beta): Grid with only ambient delay. Keep stock parameters. Scene 1 has Repeat (on the repeat/stack/hold button), Scene 2 is on Stack. FM3 & FM3 Edit freezes and has to reboot.
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    "Effect Only" Presets for download

    Actually, that helps, thank you!
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    "Effect Only" Presets for download

    Would you be able to upload a demo preset of this idea?
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    Wish Global Blocks

    I'd want a global looper so the sound doesn't cut out when you change patches and a loop is running.
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    Wish Enable USB-A port for powering / charging USB devices

    I'd love power for a light, or to charge my phone while it is showing me the timer for sets. Right now, that USB is just sitting there.
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    FM3 Audio Driver

    Is there a way to use the USB not as the audio driver, but just as the connection to FM3 Edit only? On Win 10, I have the XLR outputs always connected to my audio interface, and often play along with mp3s and transcribe using various programs on the computer. Of course, as soon as I turn on the...
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    Fixed Preset locking everything up

    It happened with that one preset in that one location. copied preset to another location, preset worked went back to the original location, FM3 locked up copied the copied preset back to the original location, preset now worked. So, a preset can be corrupted, but only in that location in...
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    Fixed Preset locking everything up

    I was editing this preset, and now, as soon as it loads, everything gets locked up. I can't even get to it in the editor or the FM3 itself to see what is causing this. So far, this is the only preset I've been editing that locked it all up. The only solution so far is a reboot, and then within a...
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    Wish Time Clock

    I will add a wish to this...one for the FM3 as well.
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    FM3 Firmware Version 2.00 Public Beta 1

    I did, after I re-downloaded the beta. But it took me awhile (and a re-read of the instructions) to think there might be something wrong with my download. So the beta is finally loaded after a few hours of installing the beta, waiting, re-installing 1.06, working, re-installing the beta, not...
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    FM3 Firmware Version 2.00 Public Beta 1

    EDIT: Re-downloaded firmware, and it installed properly. Having 1 issue when loading the new firmware. It seems to load, and after waiting 5 seconds and restarting, it gets to the Fractal logo, with the bar creeping across the screen. It stops at the very end. And just stays there (at least for...
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    List of compatible expression pedals for FM3

    The rare Mission SP-2 also works. Two channels...control pedal 1 and click the toe switch and then it controls exp pedal 2.
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    Implemented Larger Max Delay Time

    Thanks for those pics. I knew his loops were long, but not like that. The closest thing to that would be 6 EDPs to run those times in stereo. I use a pair of them for delay-based looping as there are no real modern loop pedals with a feedback control. Many just apply feedback in overdub mode...
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    Implemented Larger Max Delay Time

    I appreciate the help! I am coming to the FM3 from an AX8 and 2 Echoplex Digital Pros, which I've been using for looping since the early 90s. I am looking at ways to incorporate delay-style looping (with exp pedal control over feedback which is very important).
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    Implemented Larger Max Delay Time

    I am trying to envision how this looks. While this post is pretty old (and I have an FM3), I'd love to experiment with something like this.
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    Quick and dirty Frippy 16 second loop

    This sounds great! I tried to import it into an FM3, but it got all wonky, with many blocks not connected to anything. Anyone know the right way to connect the blocks? I wanna try it!
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    FM3 3-button vs AX8 11-button, reflection after 6 months or so

    This is good to know. Coming from the AX8 to the FM3 (a few days old), I am learning that how I worked before won't work. But I am starting to see that the old way of working was replaced with something easier, which will eventually allow me to do things I couldn't do before.
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    What are Fractal's plans for the unused USB port?

    I am gonna bump this as a new FM3 owner. It would be great to see this USB port enabled to power/charge a phone or iPad so an app can run (time, or setlist app), or power a small light or fan.
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    Let's see those FM3 rigs!

    Getting my FM3 tomorrow, and reading through this thread...was there a thread explaining how you re-purposed the FASlink connector for power to your wireless? Fascinating..
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    Closed A simple clock

    While waiting for my waitlist number to come up, I am reading the manual and using my AX8. A cool idea for working musicians would be a simple clock that could be on the corner of the display.
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    FM3 Now Shipping

    May is getting closer.
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    FM3 Now Shipping

    I got on the list in May. I am hoping it is a nice Christmas.
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    FM3 Now Shipping

    Yeah, I doubt this is going as planned. I can't imagine wanting a product launch to go like this. It doesn't really help to speculate what happened and it won't help the process along. However, many, I am sure, are like me- we've bought Fractal products in the past, we want to support a favorite...
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    FM3 Now Shipping

    Oh I get that it isn't easy to give definitive timelines here, and reading through some threads on this forum and TGP, I can see that Fractal is doing what they can. While I honestly couldn't believe there would be a whole year, they probably know how much they order at once, and have some kind...
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    FM3 Now Shipping

    I got on the list a month ago. Being that the orders getting shipped are over a year behind, are we talking about a year or so for my number to come up? I don't remember the availability of my AX8 being like this. As I haven't been following these threads, it because the FM3 is super popular and...
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    Using Input 2 as Aux In

    Yes, you would, I'd think...but if you change patches, even changing to something with the exact same parallel path, I am guessing the sound would still cut out for a few milliseconds as the new patch loads.
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    Using Input 2 as Aux In

    Was wondering if it is possible to use input 2 as a non-processed stereo Aux in. If this is possible, will the sound cut out when changing patches?
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    FM3 looper question

    I have had an AX8 for years, and was thinking of upgrading. On the FM3, Does the looper cut out for a few milliseconds when switching patches with it playing?
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    AX8 Sighting - Flying Colors

    The other one is probably for bassist Dave LaRue.
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    Message Timeout when saving presets...

    Right, it is possible to find the problem user cab this way (hopefully not more than one), but man, if it can't be backed up properly, it should have an error when importing it.
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    Message Timeout when saving presets...

    BTW, the new Fractal Bot does the same thing. I am going to have to go through every preset and delete each one with a user cab until I can figure out which one is causing the problem.
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    AX8 Looper for sound-on-sound?

    It will do sound on sound, but the biggest issue is that if you switch patches, there is a gap of silence- the loop is interrupted. You can get around this by using scenes instead, but you are limited to what you can have in a patch vs using several patches.
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    Message Timeout when saving presets...

    I don't know if it is a host computer problem. AFAIK, it seems like it has something to do with user cabs that do something weird. So it prevents the cabs themselves from being backed up, and at least the mass group of presets. Since I am not the only one this happens to (I found some other...
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    Message Timeout when saving presets...

    That sounds like an interesting solution. Anyone know why this would work?
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    Message Timeout when saving presets...

    I am using Fractal Bot to back up everything.
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    Message Timeout when saving presets...

    This occurs when ONLY saving presets, all at once. If I do each bank, I don't get the message on any of the banks. If I do each single preset, it works as well (man, that took a long time). I get a 'Message Timeout' when reaching 100% when all banks are saved. User settings are saved just fine...
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    Falling in love with Looper block!

    Maybe not. If a loop is running and you change patches (to a patch that also has the looper), you will hear silence as the new patch loads. If just for a half-second. But it is sort of disruptive if you rely on loops a lot.
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    Using a Looper in FX Loop

    Sure, that is what I am doing now. It would be easier to record just using the digital out of the AX8, however.
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    Using a Looper in FX Loop

    Before I start ripping things apart and wiring this up, I'd like to know if this would work. I would like to put loopers (a pair of Echoplex Digital Pros) in the FX loop of the AX8. I plan on putting the FX loop as the last block in every chain I will use for looping. What I'd like to know is...
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    Getting a good modulated delay

    So far, the closest I've come is the 2290 in parallel, with LFO Depth on High (for both) and using a sine wave. It still isn't perfect, although it is getting there. It still isn't sounding like a delay in parallel, with a chorus just on the repeats. I use this sound to fade in chorus pads...
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    Getting a good modulated delay

    I am having trouble getting a good modulated delay. I'd like it to be pretty chorus-y on the (otherwise clean) repeats, and I am not having much luck. I like to vary the delay time/mix with an exp pedal, and with something like a DL4, I can get sort of a chorus pad thing going on that I haven't...
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    Main features you would like to see in a new AX unit?

    A global looper so it doesn't cut out when changing presets (and you don't have to add it to every preset).
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    Oh hey there! Yeah I still do the synth thing. I have had an AX8 since it came out- still very...

    Oh hey there! Yeah I still do the synth thing. I have had an AX8 since it came out- still very impressed!
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    Editing AX8-Edit Library

    As I refine my blocks, is there any way to edit the library of blocks? My library is becoming a bear to scroll through, with many blocks I don't use anymore.
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    Loop record directly into overdub?

    Eww, that would be terrible for the way I use the looper.
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    Loop record directly into overdub?

    Can't you just end recording with overdub?
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    Wish Global Looper

    Perhaps with an option to be global..or not.
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    Wish Global Looper

    This would be a great idea. If just because I add it to every preset anyway, but also because it would prevent the gap in the running audio of the loop when switching presets. And to piggyback another looper wish, it would be for a 1 button looper...press the block to record, press again to stop...
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    Expression pedal

    The kick switch switches between controlling Exp 1 or 2 on the AX8. The bump/sink switch changes the taper of the sweep.
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    Expression pedal

    I use a Thru Tone EX-ULT. It replaced my Mission SP-2, which has a short throw that doesn't work for anything except wah. Also, not a fan of Mission's customer service.
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    Carrying case?

    This is the one I use. I like it, as it is enough room for the AX8 on a pedalboard with 1 exp pedal (I use a Mission SP-2, but that is about to get switched out). I keep my backup Fly Rig 5 embedded in the diced foam in there. I also put a sticker on the outside that says 'Danger: Live Bees'. I...
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    Looper and switching presets

    Well, it certainly disrupts the flow of things. I'd love it if we had the choice for a global looper or not.
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    Looper audio gap and sync problems

    Certainly, even with the same exact settings and location, switching presets will make that audio gap. A global looper (or choice for one) would prevent that. Looping live with more than one preset is difficult because of this gap.
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    Describe your ultimate AX-8 pedalboard

    I dig a live-in design where the top of the case latches on, and it has wheels and a luggage handle. But I use my AX8 with just 1 exp pedal, so mine is smaller.
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    What do you use for backup if AX8 dies at gig?

    I have the original Fly Rig 5 in the case. I would feel comfortable doing any show with it- it really sounds great.
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    Do you use AX8 with our without a pedalboard?

    Currently, I use mine with a Pedaltrain Fly, along with an Mission SP-2 pedal.
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    Delay feedback overload

    Can you explain why you would choose parallel vs series? Does it fundamentally change the actual tone of the delay, or is it easy to control something a high feedback level when you switch the delay off? I do this all the time- use an exp pedal to increase feedback, let the delay keep going...
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    Power amp for AX-8? Questions.....

    You can do this with the Seymour Duncan PowerStage 700- 2 discreet channels, and it is really flat sounding...and really loud. You could also each get a pedalboard friendly PowerStage 170, which is what I tend to use.
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    Looper controls

    Actually, this is a great idea...
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    Expression pedals. How to do 2 functions on one pedal?

    I use a Mission SP-2 for this, although it is discontinued. It switches between functions with a crybaby-like switch.
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    Looper question

    Keep the looper in the same place (last) in all presets you will use. Thing is, when you switch presets, the looper goes silent for about 50ms as it loads the new preset. I wish there was an option for a global looper, at the expense of DSP.
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    Reverse Delay...sort of...possible?

    Thank you so much for this idea.
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    Reverse Delay...sort of...possible?

    I am not talking about the audio coming out backwards with and no repeats (Belew-ish backwards guitar). What I would like to do is have regular forward delay, but the repeats start out quiet, and get progressively louder with each one. I don't want oscillation, but just for those repeats to stop...
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    Ax8 - Stand Alone or Pedalboard?

    I like the size of this. Who made the case? Is the case itself heavy?
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    Most dynamic amps?

    Well, I actually don't use a ton of gain...no more than a Dirty Shirley on with the input drive on 5, so I appreciate the suggestions for some of the other dynamic amps to add to the list.
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    Most dynamic amps?

    I've been using the Dirty Shirley models to go from clean to 70s crunch with just the volume knob on the guitar. What other amp models can accomplish this well? I'd love to try some of this forum's suggestions.
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    Live-In Pedalboards

    Right? It is like the idea is *right there* for someone to make. Lightweight and sturdy enough to put in a van with other stuff. Currently I am using a Pedaltrain Fly with a soft case, but I have to sort of baby it.
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    Live-In Pedalboards

    Good idea! But not a live-in pedalboard. Way too wide at 29"...looking for more around 22-24" Thanks though!
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    Live-In Pedalboards

    Well, it is more about being tall enough inside to accommodate the roll bar of the AX8, which is 4". So 4" minimum, but a tiny bit bigger would be ideal so maybe a layer of foam would fit. But I am not after ATA weight, though. I have a flight case, but I'd rather a light duty case to take...
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    Live-In Pedalboards

    It is hard to find a non-flight case (lighter) option for the AX8 and 1 Mission exp pedal that has the proper height to accommodate the roll bar on the AX8. There are a lot of pedalboards out there, but the height thing is the big deal. For those that don't know, this is the type of board where...
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    Wish Global Looper Option

    I'd love a user-selectable Global Looper function at the cost of some CPU. If you could select between per-preset and global, then it would avoid the 30-50ms gap when you change presets with the looper running (even with the same grid position and settings). People who don't need this would not...
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    Carrying case?

    Thanks for this info. Did you get the older kind which was molded plastic or the newer one which is tolex covered wood?
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    Carrying case?

    I was considering the Gig Box, too, and taking out the guitar stand. How easy was it to take out? And do you have enough clearance?
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    [video] Yes - Heart of the Sunrise intro cover (looper inside)

    My band used to play this in my 20s...what a great song with awesome energy. Love the drummer here. Share your patches, please?
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    Ax8 vs fx8 in front of amp. NO 4cm

    OK, to use the AX8 as just pedals (no amp/cab modeling): 1. Set Out 2 to 12dB 2. Turn up Out 2 all of the way 3. Use only output 2 to the input of the amp 4. Set Out 2 (FX send) to ? (output 1? none? input 1?)
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    That didn't suck- Artists with crazy good tone through Fractal products

    Trevor Rabin sounded amazing when I saw him last year. Robert Fripp is using an Axe II on the new King Crimson DVD, and he sounds like he always has...brilliant and confusing at the same time. Adrian Belew is making great sounds with his.
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    Cross patch looper use

    I think I measured the gap at some point, and it was 50ms.
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    Cross patch looper use

    Yes, even with the same effects in the same place, and the looper's parameters in the same place, you will get an audio drop out when you change presets when the looper is in play mode. I've never heard this gap when changing scenes.
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    Preferred way to mount ax8 on pedalboard?

    I use Very Big Zipties in my Pedaltrain Fly. It isn't going anywhere.
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    Have you played AX8 live with no issues on the lag; without compensating in anyway?

    Certainly no problems live switching between scenes/XY/presets. I can make it work. The gap in the looper when switching presets makes it hard to use live unless you stay on the same preset (being that the looper isn't global, but should be).
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    Wish Attach controller to Output Balance

    After all of the stereo effects, I'd love to attach a controller to the overall output balance (L/R) in the output menu. I would love to be able to pan the stereo output (the vol/pan block is being used before the stereo effects) going into an outboard stereo looper.
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    Delay feedback loop

    I've actually done this, and it does sort of work. But there are some issues, in that yes, the gain staging isn't intuitive and might have to change depending on what preset you switch to..and every preset you use would have to have this configuration. You can sort of get loop feedback with a...
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    Delay feedback loop

    Well, I think it has a volume dial, but it isn't feedback. Dub mix is sort of feedback, but it only works if you are in overdub mode. It should work on the loop no matter if you are in 'dub' or 'play' mode (much more useful and creative).
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    NAMM 2017, anyone?

    I will be there w/ Seymour Duncan.
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    Delay feedback loop

    This being said, I wish the feedback of the looper was controllable as much as the delay feedback is.
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    What's your go-to expression pedal?

    Absolutely. I take up less room that way, and I never need to use both at once. You got it.
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    What's your go-to expression pedal?

    I use a Mission SP-2, which has 2 'channels' you can switch between. I really like the EV1, but don't want to have 2 of them.
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    Show Us Your AX8 Rig! (post your pics)

    What power strip is this?
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    Welcome TREVOR RABIN!

    M@, any chance you can share that patch you made for Trevor?
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    AX8 V6.01 Released

    What was it set to before? I didn't notice...
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    AX8 V6.01 Released

    My first impression is that for me, the Dirty Shirley is darker. I will try resetting the amp block and see if it helps.
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    Wish Looper Feedback parameter

    I'd love the looper to have some sort of feedback parameter, like a long delay. You can vary it as you play. This would work in overdub or not, and would affect anything that was recorded. You can have new stuff added to the loop as old stuff fades away, or fade loops away while playing live...
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    Workaround for Global Blocks

    Well, I'd love a global looper. I got around it by not relying on the AX8s looper when I do solo shows, as there is a gap between preset changes, even if the looper has the same parameters. I use an external looper if I can.
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    Welcome TREVOR RABIN!

    Here is another brilliant one:
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    Welcome TREVOR RABIN!

    This is great news. I loved Trevor's live sound this tour. Any patches or blocks to share would be an amazing bonus.
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    Show Us Your AX8 Rig! (post your pics)

    Love this idea. I'd like to combine it with a case that I can just take the top off and go. But so far I haven't found a case like that yet.
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    Show Us Your AX8 Rig! (post your pics)

    Is there a list of live-in pedalboard cases that can fit the AX8 and a Mission pedal that are tall enough to clear the 4" bar? I gave up trying to find one that is tall enough with an AX8 on top of a Pedaltrain (I have the Fly model), as the slant adds 2 or more inches to the height.
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