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FM3 Nuno style track 2, Mesa 2c+ sounds

Amazing! Wish I could do that!
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- Post #6
- Mar 11, 2024
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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AFIII KISS Tears Are Falling Cover

Nice Job!
- bilbo71070
- Post #2
- Dec 20, 2023
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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AFIII New Ragdoll Single

Great song! Loved your guitar tones and playing on this track. Dude's voice is off the charts!
- bilbo71070
- Post #38
- Jun 29, 2023
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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Desperately seeking In the Air Tonight guitar tone

Thanks guys!
- bilbo71070
- Post #8
- May 23, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
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Desperately seeking In the Air Tonight guitar tone

What drive? It's such a strange tone. . .
- bilbo71070
- Post #3
- May 22, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
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Desperately seeking In the Air Tonight guitar tone

Hey Guys, having issues getting something that sounds close to the guitar tone for In The Air Tonight - Phil Collins. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Bill
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- Thread
- May 22, 2023
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
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Kirk Hammett with AXE-FX lll

Been a Metallica fan for many years. I've seen them live 4 times and each time was an exceptional experience. They've more than earned my respect! I could only wish to write guitar parts as memorable as those guys have.
- bilbo71070
- Post #105
- Apr 27, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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Mesa Mark IIC, Mark IIC+, Mark VII & the JP2C Mark IIC+

I personally couldn't tell the difference when he switched between the 2C+ and the JP2c+. The MarkVII sounded a bit different to my ears, not better or worse, just a bit different. I'm also positive that I couldn't listen to a sample of one of the amps tomorrow and tell you which amp I was...
- bilbo71070
- Post #15
- Mar 19, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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AFIII Mr Crowley(cover) feat: Gregg Bissonette

Simply Amazing!!!! Damn that was good. Randy at his finest and you pretty much nailed it!
- bilbo71070
- Post #26
- Jan 10, 2023
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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FM9 Finally! got my Super Reverb patch happening

WOW!!!! I really don't know what else to say. Have you ever heard of this guy out of Texas named Stevie Ray Vaughn? You've got such a great feel for that type of music! I wish I could pull it off as authentically as you just did in the video.
- bilbo71070
- Post #21
- Dec 22, 2022
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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Leon appreciation thread!

I just want to say thanks to Leon Todd. I've learned so much about my fractal units over the years from him, it's not even funny. I read the forums and the dude is just one of the friendliest, most helpful guys on the internet. Thanks for being such an active member in the community and for...
- bilbo71070
- Thread
- Nov 10, 2022
- Replies: 74
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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FM9 FM9 - Eye in the sky

Amazing job Marco!!!! Your tone and phrasing do this song justice and sounds great! I had no issues with the vocal, not sure why you would have any. All around this a very solid performance and as good as any live rendition I've seen of this song by the original band. Keep it up!!
- bilbo71070
- Post #17
- Oct 23, 2022
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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AFIII Extreme Get the Funk Out cover by Password Reset fixed the video

great job on a pretty tough song to play!
- bilbo71070
- Post #6
- Aug 25, 2022
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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Electro-Voice PXM-12MP report

I bought a pair of these last week. I got real tired of the pair of Headrush 108's just not cutting it for me. Can't be happier with the EV's. Plugged them in and they sound sooooooo much better than the Headrush.
- bilbo71070
- Post #30
- Apr 21, 2021
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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AFIII Yngwie Malmsteen - "Evil Eye"

Holy shit! You're own preset or something else? Tone and playing was spot on!!!!
- bilbo71070
- Post #4
- Feb 17, 2021
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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AFIII Firebird + All the Sauce

This might be my favorite tone I've heard come from you!
- bilbo71070
- Post #11
- Jan 8, 2021
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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AFIII Marillion - "Kayleigh" Guitar Solo w/ TABS - FW15.01 Goodness :)

Must have flown under my radar somehow. I'll check it out! Yes I'm a big fan of the Tolkien books, and my name is Bill Booth . . . Bilbo has been a nickname I've had since I was a kid.
- bilbo71070
- Post #11
- Dec 26, 2020
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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AFIII Dirty Loops - Breakdown - my guitar solo interpretation

WOW!!!! Don't take this the wrong way, but it sounded like a better version of TOTO to me. You're playing reminded me a lot of Lukather in this track! Vocalist was amazing! Guitar sounds were spot on. Great job!!!
- bilbo71070
- Post #4
- Dec 23, 2020
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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AFIII Marillion - "Kayleigh" Guitar Solo w/ TABS - FW15.01 Goodness :)

Never heard of Marillion before. Early to mid 80's?? Solo was pretty tasty! liked the tones and the phrasing. Great job!
- bilbo71070
- Post #6
- Dec 23, 2020
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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FM3 Funky Sounds with a middle eastern vibe

I can't even begin to tell you how much I love this!!!!!!
- bilbo71070
- Post #4
- Dec 13, 2020
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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STL Tones Axe-Fx Packs?

Marco's free patches are f*$#ing amazing! I haven't tried any of his commercial ones.
- bilbo71070
- Post #14
- Nov 24, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
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Tone Trick or Treating!

Leon is National Treasure! I'll fight anyone that says otherwise!!!!!!
- bilbo71070
- Post #13
- Nov 1, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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AFIII Some REO

Nice!!
- bilbo71070
- Post #2
- Nov 1, 2020
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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AFIII Free preset of the week

What makes you say that?
- bilbo71070
- Post #5
- Nov 1, 2020
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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Powered cab users: What are you using?

I just bought 2 of the Headrush FRFR108's. They're a little on the boomy side, but easily eq'ed so that's not really an issue. I'm not completely happy, I'd like to get a pair of Atomic CLR's but they're kinda hard to find right now.
- bilbo71070
- Post #15
- Oct 29, 2020
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Which Audio Interface Is Your Favorite with Axe-Fx III?

If I turn my Axe off and turn it back on, I get no usb audio. I have to reboot the computer, and then reattach my Axe FX.
- bilbo71070
- Post #23
- Oct 14, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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AFIII "Stone In Love" remixed with Rhythm overdub

I have to get to Canada and see you guys play! I haven't seen anything you've put out that wasn't world class. Great tone, Great playing, and great song selection! Keep it up man, I can only aspire to be in a band as great as you guys are in.
- bilbo71070
- Post #31
- Oct 8, 2020
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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AFIII 2 Italian guys and FAS units ;-)

WOW!!!!!!!!! That was amazing!!!!
- bilbo71070
- Post #2
- Oct 8, 2020
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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Various presets & tricks

Sorry Yek, I've been looking for a good Hotel California preset for the III, and hadn't really searched when I saw this thread. I think I found an interesting one I'm gonna play with tonight.
- bilbo71070
- Post #48
- Oct 6, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Various presets & tricks

Has anybody ported this to the AXE FX III? If so how does it sound?
- bilbo71070
- Post #46
- Oct 5, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Celestion F12-X200 floor wedge designs

Thanks Guys! I'll try the Celestion route. I wonder if I can buy empty cabs from xitone. . .
- bilbo71070
- Post #4
- Sep 28, 2020
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Celestion F12-X200 floor wedge designs

Has anyone seen a nice compact wedge design/plans for the Celestion
- bilbo71070
- Thread
- Sep 17, 2020
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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AFIII Metal God?

Funny Story . . . . Mark is in another Forum I'm a member of, and the Administrator posted one of his band videos. I commented that Mark is one of the guys that posts regularly on the Fractal sites and that his Ask the Lonely - Journey video was even better than the one the admin had posted...
- bilbo71070
- Post #14
- Sep 16, 2020
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 13.02

Getting on the FM3 list just to keep this guy in business!!!!! dont' need it, but I'll figure out something to do with it!
- bilbo71070
- Post #125
- Aug 22, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 13.02

Customer service for this company is amazing. . . I'm a Customer for life!
- bilbo71070
- Post #124
- Aug 22, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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AFIII Ozzy Osbourne - Miracle Man (kinda) / EDIT: Now with the correct Video (direct audio)

Very cool! Playing was pretty tight!
- bilbo71070
- Post #7
- Aug 6, 2020
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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AFIII Axe-Fx III on Stage - "Georgy Porgy" - Toto Cover

Great playing! You guys sound great!!!! very tastefully done.
- bilbo71070
- Post #11
- Jul 2, 2020
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 12.11

I can't believe the support this company provides. I'll be a customer for life.
- bilbo71070
- Post #71
- Jun 30, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 12.11

Leave it to Cliff to make every other company in the world to look bad . . . You think you could make this thing play my guitar for me in the next update???
- bilbo71070
- Post #66
- Jun 30, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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Robert Plant - "Ship of Fools"

Came across this song the other day after not hearing it for a while. Anybody have any idea what the guitarist is using to get this tone? Every time I think it's something simple and that I'm close to achieving it, I give it another listen and find out I'm way off. Thanks in Advance Bilbo
- bilbo71070
- Thread
- Apr 3, 2020
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
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Slide or Pedal Steel

I love this group so much!!!! I recently joined a country band, and have been trying to figure out a good way to get some pedal steel type sounds out of my guitar and Voila!!! here it is.
- bilbo71070
- Post #9
- Mar 18, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
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Videos for folks new to fractal land?

+1 for Leon. The guy is a beast on guitar and has a great way of explaining how the Axe FX works. A great resource and member of the community. I can't thank him enough for all the help he's giving me directly and indirectly.
- bilbo71070
- Post #9
- Feb 20, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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FW 12.02 - ODS100

Great tone and playing Marco!!!!!! That was awesome!
- bilbo71070
- Post #7
- Feb 12, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
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What Powered Output are You Using?

I've been using a pair of EV ZLX12P's for my FRFR. They were about $800 for the pair and suit my needs just fine. I'm sure they're not as nice as the QSC K series, but they get plenty loud for a band situation, and have some nice features.
- bilbo71070
- Post #13
- Feb 11, 2020
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Presets MASTER THREAD - AustinBuddy's 1400+ NAKED AMPS TonePack for firmware Cygnus X2

Awesome!!!! I really enjoyed the presets I got from you for the AxeFx IIXL. Thanks again!!
- bilbo71070
- Post #1,237
- Jan 28, 2020
- Forum: Vendors
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Presets MASTER THREAD - AustinBuddy's 1400+ NAKED AMPS TonePack for firmware Cygnus X2

Hey AustinBuddy, I just bought the Axe FX III last month with the FC-6 foot controller. I just got around to purchasing the amp pack today. any update on when the FC-6 layouts are going to be ready?
- bilbo71070
- Post #1,232
- Jan 28, 2020
- Forum: Vendors
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Suggestions for ballparking these ambient tones?

Another vote for a Simeon Master Class!!! The man is a genius!
- bilbo71070
- Post #11
- Jan 27, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
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Implemented DOD 250 (gray version)

That's kinda what I thought. I've never really checked out the wish list before. and I've had a Fractal unit since the Ultra was still in production. I can't believe what a great company Fractal is. I've never seen service like this after the sale from anybody!!! I'll definitely buy the AXE...
- bilbo71070
- Post #14
- Jan 16, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Wish List
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Implemented DOD 250 (gray version)

This may seem like a silly question, but I'm kinda new to the Axe FX III. Will this be in the next update, or is it a block that will be available?
- bilbo71070
- Post #12
- Jan 16, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Wish List
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AFIII Guitar Jam - Suhr Badger 30 with my new Ibanez AS83 ;-)

That was beautiful! Great playing and tone, I really enjoyed the video. Keep them coming!
- bilbo71070
- Post #5
- Jan 14, 2020
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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AFIII Factory Preset 009 Plexi 100 (short video)

sounds great. I love how its just at the edge of breaking up so that the clean shines through when you vary your pick attack.
- bilbo71070
- Post #4
- Dec 26, 2019
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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New Axe FX III on the way . . . . . divorce will follow shortly, Thanks Fractal. . . .

Black Friday deal was just too good to pass up. . . .
- bilbo71070
- Thread
- Nov 12, 2019
- Replies: 2
- Forum: The Lounge
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FS FXunits RAC12 For Sale

Is this still available?
- bilbo71070
- Post #4
- Nov 10, 2019
- Forum: For Sale
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AFIII "Ask The Lonely" - Journey full band cover

That's quite possibly my favorite Journey Song, and you guys nailed it!!!!! Great sound, playing and production.
- bilbo71070
- Post #25
- Oct 26, 2019
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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Stategy for Programming a DIY foot controller

https://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/diy-axe-fx-foot-controller-for-50-open-project.119882/ Ping did a great job explaining this.
- bilbo71070
- Post #3
- Jan 17, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Stategy for Programming a DIY foot controller

There's a thread on the controllers forum with exactly what you're looking for. Do a search for arduino diy. Bilbo
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- Post #2
- Jan 17, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Funk arrangement of Pink Floyd's Money.

So is it wrong that I was totally impressed by your playing and tone, but didn't hear Money in that at all?? Great tone and phrasing, wish I could play like that! Would love to hear more from you! That guitar is pretty interesting, where did you find that? Bilbo
- bilbo71070
- Post #2
- Oct 2, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Original Tune - "Stuck in a Loop"

What I wouldn't give to be able to play like you! Beautiful!!!!!!!
- bilbo71070
- Post #6
- Sep 7, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Some JTM fun with a Jazzmaster in at 90k. Vid and preset.

Great playing!!!! I appreciate the fact that you also include the preset with your videos!! I don't have a jazzmaster, but I'm betting this will sound just fine with my strat!
- bilbo71070
- Post #7
- May 13, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Rolling the trolls - USA C++ Metal

Sounds great to me! Keep 'em coming! Bill
- bilbo71070
- Post #23
- Mar 26, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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RUSH-YYZ

Can't wait!
- bilbo71070
- Post #26
- Feb 26, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Puddle of Mudd - Blurry anybody got a decent preset?

We're starting to learn Blurry, and I can't really find a sound I like for the harmonic guitar parts on this song. Any amp or preset suggestions I can use to get in the ball park? Thanks for the help Bill
- bilbo71070
- Thread
- Feb 21, 2018
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Kemper Profile - Orange RV50 + TS9 - Axe Preset Included

Love this preset Jason! Loaded it on Monday and haven't turned it off since. thanks!!! Bill
- bilbo71070
- Post #31
- Feb 15, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Laptop died, and need a copy of MFC edit.

Thanks for the help! Bill
- bilbo71070
- Post #3
- Feb 7, 2018
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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Fractal Buyback Program?

LMAO. WOW!!! Free updates and continuous improvement of the machine isn't enough? My god, this is probably the most consumer friendly music corporation on the planet. Let them make some money!
- bilbo71070
- Post #4
- Jan 30, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Laptop died, and need a copy of MFC edit.

I purchased MFC edit sometime in the past year, is there an easy way to get this redownloaded from the fractal site? I can't seem to find it anywhere. Bill
- bilbo71070
- Thread
- Jan 25, 2018
- Replies: 2
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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5 band (Mark) EQ type...but not on a Mesa Mark amp

I use it on several different amps. I've played a mark IV for so long, that the 5 band mark EQ just seems perfect to me. . . .
- bilbo71070
- Post #6
- Jan 23, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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New section for commercial presets?

I agree. It would be nice to split commercial vs freebies. . . .
- bilbo71070
- Post #14
- Jan 12, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Stel Andre - Jam of the Month by Jamtrackcentral

That was amazing!!! Great Job!
- bilbo71070
- Post #5
- Dec 15, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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MIDI Controller for AXE FX II MK II

Do yourself a favor and find a used MFC-1 and buy an expression pedal. You're won't be disappointed. . . .Trust me. bilbo
- bilbo71070
- Post #5
- Sep 27, 2017
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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EXTREME - Get The Funk Out SOLO

Great Job!!!!
- bilbo71070
- Post #12
- Aug 7, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Need help with set lists

What is this setlist Helper app you speak of Moke?
- bilbo71070
- Post #4
- Jun 18, 2017
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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JOHN SYKES INSPIRATION PATCH

How do I get this? Email you?
- bilbo71070
- Post #2
- Jun 18, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Moke's 'Clean to Mean' Pack 1 - Demo Video Added!

Just bought these after checking out Moke's video of Longtime. . . . . The man knows tone!!!
- bilbo71070
- Post #49
- Jun 13, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 8.02 Firmware Release

Thanks for the tip! Bill
- bilbo71070
- Post #162
- May 25, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 8.02 Firmware Release

When I installed 8.02 in my XL, I kept getting the Axe-Fx Name Time out error on my MFC. This has never happened before. My XL was set to Faslink, my MFC was set to Expansion port. Eventually ended up reloading my settings to the MFC and everything started working fine. Anybody else have...
- bilbo71070
- Post #153
- May 24, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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DIY MIDI Amp knobs.

That's awesome!!!! Thank you so much! Bill
- bilbo71070
- Post #22
- May 22, 2017
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
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DIY MIDI Amp knobs.

Piing, What displays and rotary encoders or pots did you use for this project? I'm really interested in building something very similar. Bill
- bilbo71070
- Post #10
- May 18, 2017
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
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Elliot Easton 1978/79?

He's one of my favorites. He always seems to be playing exactly what the song needs in a surprising way.
- bilbo71070
- Post #14
- Apr 24, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Fremen Q7.02 presets

Do you have a list and description of the tones that are in each pack? I did a quick browse and didn't see it if there was, and my apologies in advance if so. Bill
- bilbo71070
- Post #93
- Apr 19, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Delay/Reverb Trails

I'm pretty sure Mark Day had a tutorial on Youtube for this kind of thing. He was showing how you could hold a note at the end of a solo using this method and switching to a rhythm preset. It was pretty cool, but for the life of me I can't remember what it was called. Bill
- bilbo71070
- Post #4
- Feb 21, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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hard case for MFC-101 + pedals??

I bought that one off EBAY from tuffboxcases. Really well built with 3/8" plywood and standard flight case hardware. Bill
- bilbo71070
- Post #9
- Feb 7, 2017
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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Ultra with a GCP. Can I use 4 expression pedals?

Just got a Voodoo labs Ground Control Pro to use with my Ultra. The GCP has 2 expression pedal inputs and the Ultra has two expression pedal inputs. Does this mean I can have 4 expression pedals????? Thanks in advance. Bill
- bilbo71070
- Thread
- Nov 17, 2016
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion