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    My Unit is Possessed: Random Patch Changes

    Thanks so much for the reply. Unfortunately no luck troubleshooting the above. :( These units are probably not supported / fixable by Fractal, I’m assuming? I suppose this might be a sign to retire this unit.
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    My Unit is Possessed: Random Patch Changes

    This is the first time in 3-4 years that I've had any issue with my Axe Fx II (mark ii). Issue: when I'm playing, the presets randomly change. For example, I'll be on preset 250, then all of a sudden, it'll chance to 248 (for example) without my doing a thing. Initially, I thought it was my...
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    Axe fx 2 / internal microphone

    Hey Dorian, would you be able to post your exact setup and the changes/options you selected in the MacBook to get all this working? I’m in the same situation with regard to taking Skype lessons but cannot use my external speakers that would disturb my neighbors... Moreover, seems like based on...
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    Direct to iPhone 6

    It's been a while since Mark posted the initial thread. Wondering if folks have found same or better alternatives to the discontinued Tascan iXJ2 that allows for the same benefit of recording video and axefx tone via the following signal chain and nothing else: guitar --> axefx --> [iXJ2...
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    Lightweight Rig for Apartment & Skype Use

    Lol ... who wants to start a company with me making earplugs for newborns?! Thank you all for the replies. I'll proceed and report back with my experience pros/cons in case others may be interested.
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    Lightweight Rig for Apartment & Skype Use

    Hi all, I'd love some expert advice on the following. I found bits and pieces via searching older posts, but thought it might help others as well to pull info together in one place. Current Axe-FX II Setup Axe-FX II + Mesa 2x12 cab + Matrix power amp Situation My guitar sanctuary is being...
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    Axe-Fx Not Working All of a Sudden?!

    Thanks. Yea definitely using speaker cable for that. Haven't changed a thing in months so quite possible it's my guitar and/or power amp. Will revert as soon as I get out of work tonight. Can't wait to finish troubleshooting.
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    Axe-Fx Not Working All of a Sudden?!

    Good point: will try going straight to headphones to rule out power amp (even though quite new). As I was rushing out the door to work, I also realized I didn't try changing guitars; in fact, the guitar I was using has active pickups, and it's possible that the 9v battery was running out of...
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    Axe-Fx Not Working All of a Sudden?!

    Hi all, All of a sudden--having not changed a single thing--I turned on my Axe and 3 month old Magnum 44 power amp and heard only very distorted sound out of of every patch. I tried troubleshooting by switching instrument cables, but no luck. Any suggestions on how to further troubleshoot...
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    Hobby --> Career

    Few loose ideas based on the thoughtful responses here (grateful for the perspectives). 1. Dichotomy. Often, the framework for thinking about these things (broadly, career switching, particularly when status quo impinges upon some area of personal fulfillment) is either / or. Either you do...
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    Hobby --> Career

    Anyone here have a desk job of sorts and make a 180 degree shift to guitar and/or music as a profession? To the extent guitar and/or music is one's passion, who here has course-corrected a battleship and made that passion a day job? Seeking inspiration \m/
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    Simple Output Question

    Assume basic Axe-Fx setup of Axe + solid state power amp with guitar plugged into the INSTR front panel. Is it better to control overall output levels via output 1 or via the level on a solid state power amp? (Manual was confusing to me on this question.) Thank you for indulging my...
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    Steve Vai - Big Trouble - Tab and Preset

    Excellent!! Inspired me to learn it!
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    Fractal EV-1 Expression Pedal

    Apologies for what might be an obtuse question, but I have the FAS EV-1 Expression Pedal connected to my MFC 101 via TRS cable. Question is simply: is the EV-1 always "active"? I notice that when I have a Wah block in a given preset, but it is bypassed, stepping on the EV-1 still triggers the...
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    Another AxeFx II first day impression

    My (bedroom shredder) rig prior to incorporating the Axe-FX a few weeks ago was the following: (1) Divided by 13 JRT 9/15 + (2) Soldano HR 25+ + (3) modified Mesa 3ch Dual Rectifier. To my switchable rig, I added the Axe-FX. I simply love it. It is leaps and bounds better than my old school...
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    Learning scales the easy way.

    There are multiple ways to dissect the fretboard with multiple perspectives providing incrementally deeper connection to the fretboard. One method of navigating the board that I've found particularly useful is not just to look at the patterns vertically / column-wise, but to associate the mode...
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    Quick Wiring Question (1st Timer)

    I can never sell them! Part of my history, even if not my future! I did sell / in process of selling all my lower-tier fx and gear tho. ...but question remains on the wiring assuming the setup I'm trying to achieve (even if just for now).
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    Quick Wiring Question (1st Timer)

    Axe-Fx II (Mark II) & MFC-101 (Mark III) I'm trying to integrate the Axe-Fx II into my current multi-amp (physical tube amp) rig. TBD whether I simply get rid of this setup and go Axe-Fx II on its own, but indulge me. I have 2 tube amps + the Axe running into a Lehle 1@3 switcher. Does...
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    Ethercon or Ethernet ?

    Seems like if only using for home studio, standard Ethernet is sufficient no?
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    couldn't stand it any longer

    Zac, I came to the same conclusion as you did, having ordered mine over the weekend. Definitely not getting any younger! (Also been watching Cooper's intro lessons on Using the Axe-Fx to familiarize myself before the box arrives.)
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    ANNOUNCING PART 2: Axe-Fx Streaming Class with Cooper Carter

    Hi Cooper, apologies if this has been asked & answered, but in which order would you suggest purchasing & viewing your classes (Axe-FX Masterclass & Using the Axe-FX)? Interested from the perspective of a newbie awaiting his shipment of the Mark II & MFC. Thanks!
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    Is the Axe FX 2 the same sound quality as the XL?

    Thanks to all for the responses. I pulled the trigger and decided to go with the Mark II / MFC combo. I'll find some other use for my RJM Mastermind. As for power amp, I went a different route and thought of trying the Magnum 44, which seems good for my purposes and seemingly outstanding...
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    Is the Axe FX 2 the same sound quality as the XL?

    Thanks, good to know. It wasn't clear to me that the XA-1 was not required (I don't need phantom power, wall wart is no issue). Haha, the DR is beastly after my Platinum Voodoo mod which cost probably more than the stock head itself. But space and such is a consideration and I'm at a...
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    Is the Axe FX 2 the same sound quality as the XL?

    Hi all, I'm new to Fractal and the Forum, so apologies in advance for any knucklehead statements & inadvertent etiquette slippage. After countless hours debating whether to get an Axe-FX or not, I've decided I'm wasting too much mental energy torturing myself and I should just go for it...
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