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  1. AllanH

    2 Guitars 1 FX8?

    Hi again..... My time has been a nightmare, so I haven't got around to this before now. Just for those who are interested it works like a charm.... I have a DI box between the FX8 and the mixer. There ise no noise detected, but that might have to do with a high quality instrument, DI box...
  2. AllanH

    2 Guitars 1 FX8?

    Good point Zed... However, my alternative to use a DI and directly to the PA wouldn't have a noise gate either, so as long as the actual FX8 is not generating noise, it should be fine I guess.
  3. AllanH

    2 Guitars 1 FX8?

    I will..... and I will keep you posted, but it'll be a couple of days before I'm with my rig again, and I could'nt wait to see if it could work, and thought maybe someone else already tried it :-)
  4. AllanH

    2 Guitars 1 FX8?

    Hello Gents. I have a Taylor T5Z acoustic I would like to use through my FX8 combined with the electric guitar. Would This work: Connect my electric to instr. IN, and pre amp Out to front of my amp (I only use pre effects, no 4 cable method since its too noisy for me) Then connect my Taylor to...
  5. AllanH

    From 4 CM to 1 using a patch cable

    Arghhh I get it ...... the signal comes from the FX pre section to the amp and return to the FX8... Doing it my way, removed the pre signal to be sent anywhere... thank you Chris you are a star
  6. AllanH

    From 4 CM to 1 using a patch cable

    OK great, thanks Chris you are a star. I'm sure you are right, but why is zero output? That is what I send to the amp fx input?
  7. AllanH

    From 4 CM to 1 using a patch cable

    Thanks Chris. Its connected between IN 2 and OUT 2, tried both the L's and the R's I use teh L's going forward and return from my amp effect loop and that works fine. When I connect the patch cable instead, no sound from the Post effects. The patch cable is brand new high quality cable
  8. AllanH

    From 4 CM to 1 using a patch cable

    Hi all I am using 4 CM with my mesa lonestar and it sounds great. However there is quite a high noise level doing that (even using hum buster cables) if i just use one CM the noise is gone. OK I have made my presets to 4CM, but thought using a patch cable on the back of the out 2's on th FX8...
  9. AllanH

    FX8 Mark II Relays?

    yes, I think thats it. I came from and Axe FX II to a tube amp with the FX8. I converted my presets from my Axe FX II using Fractool, and I have been weird things going on...... First the compresseor block would not save changes, relays do not save, it can freeze up once in a while, I cant...
  10. AllanH

    FX8 Mark II Relays?

    Hmmm, strange. I might need to reset my unit and reprogram it all to see if it helps. The thing is , when my calibrated volume pedal goet from 5-95% I actually think thats how it is, since heel down is not totally muted as it should be....
  11. AllanH

    FX8 Mark II Relays?

    Hmmm.. strange... I always have had a feeling that my FX8 is dodgy in many ways regarding the software. I used the Fractool to convert presets from my Axe FX II and strange things occured. It would not save changes to the compressor block, all other blocks where fine., I had to reset the unit...
  12. AllanH

    FX8 Mark II Relays?

    I don't know the Engl Powerball amp, but if any help, I own a Mesa Lonestar. It uses a TRS jack to control channel switch and solo boost. I found out what was shortened in the TRS at the different stages. Then I set up the Relay accordingly per scenes and presets. However, in the FX edit...
  13. AllanH

    FX8 New Features?

    Yes I agree... I'm Ok that there is no new features to it, but it is a bit "buggy" to be honest, far from the quality (software) of the axe I used to own. It freezes up sometimes, you can't edit and save relay setting in FX8 edit and many more issues like that. I'm quite disappointed to be...
  14. AllanH

    Ideas to subtle WAH in preset

    I think I figured it out.... I changed the bypass setting from mute to "thru" now i can turn down the parallel effect I would like to decrease in the signal. Also played around with the parametric Q for this fixed WAH, and it sounds better to my ears, at least on lower volume settings at home...
  15. AllanH

    Ideas to subtle WAH in preset

    I know mate, thats how he does it, but it's way too much in that way on the Fractal, or .... I can't find the sweet spot for it??? On my Axe FX I had it in a virtual loop to take the top of the Wah sound and that worked like a charm
  16. AllanH

    Ideas to subtle WAH in preset

    I thought that placing the WAH in parallel, I would be able to have just some amount of signal through the WAH (by lowering the WAH level) and the rest bypassing the other block in Parallel? Am I totally off about that idea? It doesn't seem to work
  17. AllanH

    Ideas to subtle WAH in preset

    Sounds like an idea I need to try out. But as I remember it, there is no mix control either on the filterblock, so I think I'll run in to the same issue, or do you see a way working around that?
  18. AllanH

    Ideas to subtle WAH in preset

    Oh thank you very much, but I might not have been clear enough. What I'm after is lets say 25% Wah signal and 75% Dry guitar, so it doesn't add 100% wah sound to my guitar sound
  19. AllanH

    Ideas to subtle WAH in preset

    Hi all On my AXE FX II I had a preset which included a WAH in fixed position. On my AXE, I placed it in a small (virtual) loop using send/return, so I could add only the amount of WAH that suited the over all sound (it is for the Money for nothing sound, with dire straits) Now on the FX8 I...
  20. AllanH

    Error in Compressor block

    Yes of course, it was fractool (just a misspell, I'm sorry for that) I deleted all presets, but I still have the converted presets, I can send them to him, if it could help in trouble shooting.
  21. AllanH

    Error in Compressor block

    I have now solved it. I used fractal to convert presets from my axe XL+ til the FX8. Deleted all presets, reloaded firmware, and wrote the presets from scratch, and that did the trick. But, I assure you, the one block (comp block) could not be saved, not using FX8 and not directly on the...
  22. AllanH

    Error in Compressor block

    Hi guys please help, I'm getting so frustrated now.... just got my FX8, and I really like it. But when ever i insert a comp. block and try to save it in a preset, when i load it again all parameters are reset til zero, and comp top to Studio comp. I tried on several different presets, using...
  23. AllanH

    CABS are adding volume to the chain

    They don't, but as I hear my out put 2 behind me, I need to be able to trust that the FOH are matched between them. Now they don't because I'm using different cabs in across preset. Them I could just use the same cabs, but thats not why we buy this box with all the possibilities, it is? :-)
  24. AllanH

    CABS are adding volume to the chain

    Hi all I use my Axe XL+ with a matrix amp and NL12 cabs. Because of that I break my presets out to output 2 (the Matrix) before the Cab sim. which goes to FOH. I am struggeling with my preset volume adjustment. I have my Out 2 leveled fine, but depending on the Cab they add some additional...
  25. AllanH

    Why all the Metal??????

    I must start by saying I haven't read the complete 12 pages of this thread, but her it goes. I play Lead in a Dire Straits tribute band, and the Axe FX does a fantastic job. I have nearded to find the old school DS knopfler sound across the "brothers in arms" Les paul sound to the latest more...
  26. AllanH

    Setting different input levels for multiple guitars?

    All my presets starts with the 1. block being a volume block. If I needed my presets to handle different guitars, I would make the setup for the loudest guitar, and up the level block output volume to compensate for the low level guitar (and make global blocks)
  27. AllanH

    Please help me decide buy or not to buy Axe FX ii

    My 25 cent.... The AXE clips you hear on You tube sounds amazing... and I get the exact same fantastic sounds in my headset/DAW and fully powered in a nice PA system. The rehearsal sound on the backing gear is OK, but not the same WOOOW experience, to me any way... Then again that is what it is...
  28. AllanH

    Simulation of Music Man HD130

    Hi there Since the HD130 is not in our weapon arsenal, which is a shame since it has it's own very unique sound.... I'm trying to recreate it myself. For now I took a Twin reverb (SF), changed tge output tube to EL34 and replaced the preamp part with the one from a Jazz120. It's sort of in the...
  29. AllanH

    Who's using 2 - Axe Fx II's now that they are so cheap, used online?

    I have absolutely no reason at all suspecting my Axe to die on me. I have used it for years now, with zero issues. I only had some name timeout a couple of times, but I am convinced it was because I had the RAC12 connected without a midi merger at the same time as having the MFC connected...
  30. AllanH

    Who's using 2 - Axe Fx II's now that they are so cheap, used online?

    For me I was about to jump the gun for a III.... then I thought long and hard about it... Well, for the upgrade price I could instead install an extra XL in my rig (my biggest fear is my axe dying on a gig) also as it is now, the sound quality is the same..... and I am not at all pushing my XL+...
  31. AllanH

    Set List Maker setup... I'm stuck...

    Tom your picture guide really did the trick for me, I really owe you one... THANK you. It' works now as a charm. Only thing i can't get my head around is making the MFC choosing the song on the Ipad, but I don't need that. Just cam back from reharsal and with the iPad in front of me it was a...
  32. AllanH

    Preset Volume!

    Yes correct you can assign switched to +/- vol in an MFC (or any other midi tool) But the down side is you only change it in the current scene, but still useable for sure ( I use that too)
  33. AllanH

    Preset Volume!

    I am thinking about buying a small cheap external looper (e.g. like the TC Ditto) and use that as a tone generator... then I am in the believe that I can level presets withing a few procent doing that. Tried it using the AXE looper, but using an external would just be quicker jumping through the...
  34. AllanH

    Set List Maker setup... I'm stuck...

    All off you.. THANK YOU SO MUCH.... I have been busy at work, but will try again....It should be easy now, the picture guide seems fantastic... I'll let you all know later :-) Smittefar: If it all fails, I might take you up on it.... I'll bring cake etc :-)
  35. AllanH

    Set List Maker setup... I'm stuck...

    Sorry to bother everyone again here... justified and tried again... in SLM I simply cannot find the menu MIDI preset????? Do I need to buy the automation option? I already bought the MIDI expansion for it, and thought that should be it?
  36. AllanH

    Set List Maker setup... I'm stuck...

    Ahaaa, I really think I got it now..... that makes sense even for me :) Now I'm a bit torn if it would be smarter to let AXE choose the song in SLM... that could also work for me. Thank you guys for your fantastic help. I'll try to set it up again in when I'm back home from work :)
  37. AllanH

    Set List Maker setup... I'm stuck...

    I looked at the MIDI chart reg. presets in the manual... it makes absolutely no sense to me...... The midi chart for IA's etc are simple to grasp, but I get confused on what to enter for presets.. I have all my live presets in bank A, preset 1-25.
  38. AllanH

    Set List Maker setup... I'm stuck...

    YEK, Thank you for chipping in also. I think that is more what I was trying to do, and (though a bit embarrassed :oops:) it is not until now I get that there are more than one way in SLM to set it up. What I need it to do is simply, when I choose a song in SLM it should bring up the attached...
  39. AllanH

    Set List Maker setup... I'm stuck...

    Thank you so much Tom for the instruction. I'll try that when I get back home to the Axe. I think I did most of it, but will now double check the settings. You are right, it's a great App however a bit confusing here and there :-)
  40. AllanH

    Set List Maker setup... I'm stuck...

    Hey Lads I have Setlist maker on my Ipad, Yamaha Bluetooth BT-01 in the AxeXL+ I see in setlist maker that there is connection til the BT-01, great..and it receives midi from the BT-01 great... BUT What and where do you enter stuff in SLM to make a song choose a preset on my AXE? I read and...
  41. AllanH

    Good clean tones?

    I use my Axe FX setup to play lead in a dire straits tribute band. I found some great clean tones using the Vibrolux, the Soldano SLO 100 (on clean) I used the 1976 TV marshall 4*12... I think it comes from a free cab pack. The Vibrolux can bee a bit dull at low volumes, but really comes to live...
  42. AllanH

    Levels between cab block and no cab block

    Thanks buddy.... OK, so I'm on the right path....no short cut through theory :-)
  43. AllanH

    Levels between cab block and no cab block

    Hi there I'm running my rig through a Matrix GT1600 + NL12 cabs through output 2, where as output 1 goes direct to FOH. Both sounds great now. OK, my challenge it, the CAB block adds some volume to the output comparing level meter on out 1 vs 2 in the utility menu. The volume is different from...
  44. AllanH

    Since it's looking like we won't be able to use the MFC-101...

    About the tuner part, I really hope so too...
  45. AllanH

    So What's New on the III? ...(Axe-Fx II vs III)

    I hope this was'nt already a question, if so I'm sorry I didnt spot it... Will some of all these new features and meters make it easier to adjust the preset levels across each other? I'm absolutely on the waiting list for one in Europe :-) It looks awesome...
  46. AllanH

    Axe II mk 2 --> XL/XL+

    I did that swap a while ago. It's easy enough but I ran in to a few issues that needed attention. I made a thread about it: https://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/moving-from-axe-fx-ii-mki-to-xl-pfhyyy.123334/#post-1467160 I hope it will help you.
  47. AllanH

    Axe FX II - Atomic CLR - Open Mic Night

    If you havent been using your presets in a live situation, be prepared to increase the mids to get in the mix (use global EQ)
  48. AllanH

    Explanation of slow MFC tuner

    Yes I agree, the MFC is awesome, I couldnt live without it, I HATE midi programming, so nothing compares to the MFC regarding easy setup. I just looked at the Mastermind GT... it looks like it does the tuning better? Maybe they found a way to make it work better?
  49. AllanH

    Explanation of slow MFC tuner

    good point Chris. Well, I think fractal has an image about high end quality gear that just works, that was all. I'll use my Peterson, no problem just needed to figure out if the MFC tuner could be used now it's there.
  50. AllanH

    Explanation of slow MFC tuner

    Ok Sounds Like a good explenation, however, Maybe it shouldnt have been there, it doesnt suit the image and general quality from fractal.
  51. AllanH

    Explanation of slow MFC tuner

    I would so much like if the tuner On my MFC was useful which it isn't now. It's all over the place compared to the tuner in the axe display (not to mention my Peterson tuner). Is there a good explanation to this, or even better a trick to get it working? I'm not using FAS link and my MFC is a...
  52. AllanH

    Fighting level issues across presets

    Agree Smittefar, that would be a fantastic feature... Well, yesterday I implemented a Filter block in all presets, with a modifier attached to the block level (expr. pedal 2) The modifier is limited to -4db (heal down) and +4db (toe down) This block is activated in all presets across all...
  53. AllanH

    My one issue about the axe ughh

    I have made a 1 unit blind rack plate with plugs in it extending the rear plugs from the axe. This way I don't wear and break the axe plugs and I can acces everything from the front.
  54. AllanH

    Ext pedal doesn't work

    I think I got confused because I just unplugged the thing at my rehearsal room and plugged it directly in the axe expecting it to work.
  55. AllanH

    Ext pedal doesn't work

    Yes I see that now mate, thanks for helping out
  56. AllanH

    Ext pedal doesn't work

    THAT WAS IT BAKERMAN....YOU ARE A STAR:cool: 2. It was set to 16 (assumed it was only 1-128 midi no) scrolled that to pedal 1 and off we go that was it. thank you all so much :D
  57. AllanH

    Ext pedal doesn't work

    Did that as well... doesn't work
  58. AllanH

    Ext pedal doesn't work

    thank you for the prompt reply.... I have the pedal setup to control vol in axe edit, and when I look at the ctrl menu it also says vol. In the I/O it says continuos, everything is as you describe.... Just checked the cable, it's fine (it's a planet wave stereo into. cable)
  59. AllanH

    Ext pedal doesn't work

    Hi guys... Sorry for all the posts these days, I hope you can forgive me :-) I use my (mission) expo. pedal at input 1 on my MCF and it functions as a volume pedal and works perfectly, always did. Now here is the strange thing I can't figure out.... I brought my pedal with me home to do some...
  60. AllanH

    Fighting level issues across presets

    Ah ha... well, of cause I save my edits :D
  61. AllanH

    Fighting level issues across presets

    What do you mean by save my edits?
  62. AllanH

    Fighting level issues across presets

    Thanks for all the advice guys, it's much appreciated. I know about the room, the dirty compression sounds seems louder than equal clean etc etc etc, however, I know when I have used (a shit load of) time leveling presets it works with no adjustments. It is just murder getting there, switching...
  63. AllanH

    Fighting level issues across presets

    Thanks Gary, I tottally agree and I am familiar with all your (great) points, but it IS in fact just vol. level in our rehearsing room. When playing live I always have a sound guy trimming and helping out if needed, I just need to know my presets are quite even across them, and I have them...
  64. AllanH

    What happens with volume, using more rows of the grid

    Hiya guys... I remember someone made a good explanation in a thread about what happens to the output volume regarding how the grid enters the output block (one line parallel in 2 lines etc) Does someone here know where it is (I cant find it) or explain it again please? Cheers Allan
  65. AllanH

    Fighting level issues across presets

    Oh I forgot to mention... I have of cause used global blocks to my 5 different amps, so I adjust more than one amp at a time ;)
  66. AllanH

    Fighting level issues across presets

    Hi lads... I love my Axe FX XL+, but the main thing that is a returning issue and cause of frustration (and actually the only thing that could drive me back to a tube amp setup) is leveling presets. I use all the tricks in the book, I have 1db vol incr/decr. buttons dedicated on my MFC (which...
  67. AllanH

    Underrated or unappreciated amp blocks

    MAZ 38..... lower the bass a bit.... awsome sound
  68. AllanH

    First post... Hi and lots of questions.

    PS. Forgot to mention, because of years and years with an amp behind me, I use a matrix amp plus matrix nl12 cabs, that feels exactly like my old amp behind me. Then I run a signal to the pa. best of both worlds
  69. AllanH

    First post... Hi and lots of questions.

    I Play in a dire straits tribute band, and I'm very happy both when rehearsing at home and when gigging small and big stages. Just to let you know that you shouldn't worry about the Axe only being for the metal Heads ;)
  70. AllanH

    Is now a good time to buy into the Axe FX II platform?

    I think (my very own undocumented thoughts) that the biggest change in the next AXE generation will be about user interface, not sound or processor speed etc. which I believe will be a more subtle part of the next generation. The user interface is the only thing were Fractal are getting squashed...
  71. AllanH

    Wish VU Meters in AXE-EDIT

    +1...Oh yes please please please
  72. AllanH

    has the axe replaced everything or not?

    My peterson tuner is still needed on my board. Well, the tuner in the axe is fine but I think transfered to the display in my mfc it's hard to use live. Too much all over the place, and it's a real shame. Maybe the midi is too slow or???
  73. AllanH

    Horror gig - Axe stopped working mid-gig!

    I have an 11rack in my rackcase for backup. NOT an Axe but something that'll get me through the night alive. That's the great part about digital stuff, the spare amp doesn't take up much space.
  74. AllanH

    Help me make my strat bigger

    Turn up input trim, That does the trick for me whaling ACDC on a Strat ;)
  75. AllanH

    Help with Headphone & backing tracks playback

    I know this doesn't answer your question, but just as an input. I bought a small 6 channel Yamaha mixer (< 100$, new) and that just made my rehearsal life so much simpler. Then you can control your backing track on one channel, and the Axe on another, send to headphones or monitors, or both etc...
  76. AllanH

    Moving from AXE FX II MKI to XL+... PFhyyy

    Hi guys I ran into an XL+ for a good price, and decided to replace my MKI, since I could do it for a reasonable cost. Mainly because I liked the on board flash ROM which could come in handy one day, and also just to have a model 4 years younger then my old trusted MKI :) I read that presets...
  77. AllanH

    Wish VU Meters on Axe-Edit

    +1 That could be so useful.
  78. AllanH

    Implement dB meter in my rack

    Well of this is a good tool or not is one thing. My question was if it is connected between my axe output and my speaker would show the same info as the axe VU meter? Does anyone know the answer for this? Cheers
  79. AllanH

    Implement dB meter in my rack

    Yes that was my plan. It is available in Europe and cheap also (like 50$) I agree its only once in a while but then it would be nice and easy to spot.
  80. AllanH

    Implement dB meter in my rack

    Hi guys My idea is to buy a DB measuring device in rack format. Then let the axe output go via the DB device. Then I could have a tool for visual levelling presets approximately instead of clicking my way to the VU meter. Would that work? Something like this...
  81. AllanH

    Export preset in bundle?

    Arhhhh That it, now I remember, thanks mate. I was searching in Axe edit:rolleyes:
  82. AllanH

    Export preset in bundle?

    Hi Axer's I think I once came across a description on how to export user presets for back up in a bundle, so that you don't have to do it one by one, but I simply cannot find it or find out how? Am I remembering wrong or???
  83. AllanH

    What will you do when no more firmware updates?

    Ill keep om playing my AXII MkI.... Buy a used one for back up and wait it out....
  84. AllanH

    Front panel adjustment on the fly

    Wow i totally missed that one, thanks mate for that, I'm off programming now, cheers :cool:
  85. AllanH

    Front panel adjustment on the fly

    Is that really possible? Would you please talk me through it? Cheers Allan
  86. AllanH

    Name time out, and gig coming up

    Great, especially since I also learned a lot ;)
  87. AllanH

    Axe Meet´n Greet Denmark..

    Well, Smittefar, if you bring HK Audio then I can't see the point in bringing my Pulsars. I Think the 12" wedge etc you have is more relevant. My 10" Pulsars are not made for floor monitoring as such, I just use them anyway because they have a really good punch and cracking volume
  88. AllanH

    Axe Meet´n Greet Denmark..

    @belfast: I use HK Audio Pulsar 1x10" for my axe, and I know that is not the common choice, but I really like the punch in those f@ckers. It would be fine by me if you want to put them on display........maybe I'll learn that I need something else :confused:
  89. AllanH

    Axe Meet´n Greet Denmark..

    I'll be there..... ;)
  90. AllanH

    Need more threads on getting great tones for clean/breakup /bluesy tones

    Hi there I'm playing lead guitar in a Dire Straits Jam band, and for my clean sound I use the Vibrolux amp, with a vibrolux 1x12 IR. It sounds a little dark/dull at low volumes but fantastic at gig level (which the preset is adjusted for) For the more modern DS sound, I use Soldano SLO on clean...
  91. AllanH

    Odd preset incident

    According to the RAC manual, you should connect the MFC to the merge input of the RAC, and Then a MIDI biderectional between the RAC and the Axe.
  92. AllanH

    Sigh... gig failure.

    See my thread "odd preset incident" Did you connect the RAC12 to midi in on the axe, and at the same time using the FAS LINK?
  93. AllanH

    Sigh... gig failure.

    I Think this could also be my problem in the thread (Odd preset incident) because I have an RAC12 connected to midi in the Axe at the same time as my MFC is connected to the Ethernet input. I did not now it wasn't made for that and will conflict. Cheers Allan
  94. AllanH

    Odd preset incident

    I Think I figured it out based on an advise from Cliff in another thread. I have my RAC12 hooked up with a MIDI cable an the MFC with the ethercon at the same time. I Think its a MIDI conflict That create ny trouble. I have unhooked the RAC, and Them time will tell IC That was it?
  95. AllanH

    Odd preset incident

    No sticky switch, it happened in one click....
  96. AllanH

    Odd preset incident

    Well maybe could be that, but I just checked it, after pressing store, you must choose next page called swap, so it takes a couple of presses... hmmmm.. I'll see if it was a one timer :) My presets are back in correct order again Ohh tottaly forgot, another thing that happened tonight was, I...
  97. AllanH

    Odd preset incident

    Hi there Thanks for your input mate, much appreciated. What is the button combo for making 2 presets switch place? It could be that (thank god if it is)
  98. AllanH

    Odd preset incident

    Hi Guys I had the most weird incident tonight at a gig :confused:. I have my complete set list (songs sorted) for our full 2 concert sets. I use 1 tailored preset per song. Then I copied (using Axe edit) 10 presets to 10 empty slots, our short set list for festival jobs. I have been rehearsing...
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