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  1. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 24.05 Release

    I'm personally content with what the FXIII has to offer right now. No firmware updates, to me, means it's perfect. I've been grabbing unexplored presets, modifying them for my guitars and creating new sounds. I wouldn't care if no other updates came out. I wouldn't trade mine for anything...
  2. Tommy Tempest

    USB Audio Driver Update for Axe-Fx III, FM3, and FM9

    I clicked the link for the FXIII and there is no download link to 5.68. I do see one on the FM9 page.
  3. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 24.02 Beta #1

    Everyone does realize 24.05 official has been out for a while? Axe-Fx III Firmware 24.05 Release
  4. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 24.05 Release

    Similar but different at the same time. I returned mine, as I feel the Mark III is better. But tone has a different meaning to different people. Hence the so many different but similar tones we can get with the AXE FX.
  5. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 24.03 Release

    THEY DO! One shows the release version with the word BETA. The official version does not have Beta in the name
  6. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 24.03 Release

    Thank You as always!
  7. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 24.02 Beta #1

    OK time to get back to what matters, a conversation about how well these updates improve our investment. We all experience issues and some turn out to be little bugs. But most of the time for me, it's something I've done to the preset to destroy it. So, as I've stated before, I move all my...
  8. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.02 Release

    I've been on the latest firmware since it was posted. I find NOTHING wrong. Then again I don't pick at every little block and the % of CPU usage it drains. I instead create and modify my presets the way I like them, adding blocks, changing layout, adjusting settings, balancing the preset, and go...
  9. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.02 Release

    THANK YOU! Considerable difference in CPU usage, even though I did NOT have a problem.
  10. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.00 Release

    I use noise gates on all my inputs. I like quiet.
  11. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.00 Release

    I find it always better to download the OP's zip file, unzip it and install with Fractal Bot.
  12. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.00 Release

    About .12% for each shunt, so approximately 3% loss, hardly enough to worry about, in this scenario. I compress the shunts when needed, but like a certain visual layout in Axe Edit, so I don't worry when I have enough CPU space. But I see your point if I needed more memory. I had noticed several...
  13. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.00 Release

    With regard to cpu usage, here is a screenshot of one of my preset templates. I have gapless on as well. I don't have any cpu issues om my FXIII Turbo. Not really sure what I'm doing different.
  14. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.00 Public Beta #4

    I am probably one of the weird ones, but I've always used presets instead of scenes. I just found it easier for me, since I'm old school, and like setting them up like a regular amp. Clean, Crunch, Distortion, Heavy distortion, etc.. Then I setup all my effects accordingly. I am gapless or at...
  15. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.01 Release

    You can't even imagine how much support I've received through this forum and the developers. That's why I'm on my 6th Axe FX. And as for updates, sure they are nice and makes us feel good. However, I always say the same thing every time, "how can it get any better. But Cliff and the gang keep...
  16. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.01 Release

    This has happened occasionally, for me for years. I never could figure out why. So I've always downloaded the new firmware and then used Fractal Bot to install it.
  17. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta (Beta 6)

    Well take it from me, being on my 6th unit, currently the turbo, any update, mods, additions, etc., have always been a joy to me. And that's not even factoring in the support. "THANK YOU"
  18. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta (Beta 6)

    Time for an external storage feature, like we don't have enough to choose from;):D. I can spend hours and still never sample every feature of the AXE FX.
  19. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta (Beta 6)

    The 57 and 58 microphones are actually based on the same cartridge design. The main difference is in the grille. So basically, the difference is distance spacing. Obviously the 57 can get closer than the 58 for the obvious reason. But the difference in tone is very little.
  20. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta (Beta 6)

    If your in ears are piercing, you need to get different in ears. I play with in ears as well and have FOH mix, plus ambient mic, in them, as I want to hear all instruments, drums and vocals. My final mix is like listening to a CD, with good balanced bass and treble.
  21. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta (Beta 6)

    Oh no no no. I always ignore my ears and use meters and LEDs for all my tone. Even if the tone sounds like total crap to me, I know it has to sound great because the meters told me so. ;) :smile::tearsofjoy::tearsofjoy::tearsofjoy:
  22. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta (Beta 6)

    I have an FX3 MKII and FX3 MKII Turbo and use Paul Reed Smith cu22 guitars and Fender strats and teles. I've not experienced and clipping issues, using the new cabs and am set around 55%. All my guitars have stock passive pickups. So the issue is tied to either pre-amps in front of the AXE FX or...
  23. Tommy Tempest

    Mesa Mark IIC, Mark IIC+, Mark VII & the JP2C Mark IIC+

    Subjects like these always pop up. There are so many variables to tone. I have never found any preset I liked, whether factory or 3rd party, that I didn't have to tweak to my liking. My complete setup, including guitar, amp and cabs, makes a lot of difference, compared to how the original amp...
  24. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.01

    I'm surprised no one has asked for the FXIII to be able to display YouTube so we can jam with our favorite artists ;) :sweatsmile::tearsofjoy:
  25. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Factory Presets Release 19.04

    I have 1 whole bank free. Did I miss something? :) I usually move A to B, B to C, C to D, so A is empty for stage presets and mods.
  26. Tommy Tempest

    Humbuster vs. XLR to 1/4 inch

    I agree with @unix-guy. You don't really need the Humbuster cables. I've been using a good quality 1/4" cable going from output 1 l/r to Matrix GT1000 amp and XLR to FOH for years with no issues. I recently switched to xlr cables. You may want to check your hz setting to make sure you're on 60hz...
  27. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.01

    FYI, switching to 5GHz may have solved the problem, but the distance you can travel with the iPad is shorter because the distance spread on 5GHz is shorter than 2.4ghz.
  28. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.01

    Sounds like interference to me. H9 band is 512 to 542MHz. Do you have any other devices operating on that band? If so, scan each one for a better RF Channel Frequency. I doubt a firmware update would interfere with a wireless signal. Check your AXE system setup to see if anything changed with...
  29. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.01

    @unix-guy is right. When I have excessive noise issues, I turn off the noise gate in the input block and add a Gate/Expander block and tie it to the input. It's a great tool, especially for high gain amp noise. Gate/Expander block About the Gate/Expander block The standalone Gate/Expander block...
  30. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00

    I noticed something after I updated my latest III Turbo. All presets were re-loaded from my backup of my Non-Turbo FX III, prior to updating to 21. AXE Edit refreshed after update. All my presets, including factory, have the save button lit up in Axe Edit. I think I know why but I am not sure...
  31. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00

    We all have our opinions, likes and dislikes and tone preferences. I know many prefer the fizz and feel it's needed to cut through the mix. For me, fizz is like playing through a terribly configured cheap solid state amp. I dial out most of it and prefer a more fluid tone, especially high gain...
  32. Tommy Tempest

    Is it me or are others in the same boat?

    Currently I'm using a Matrix GT-1000. But I've used a few different powered FRFR cabs and the application is the same. I prefer this method because so many factory presets sound great and just need some tone shaping. And the nice thing about it is, for live applications, I can play through...
  33. Tommy Tempest

    Is it me or are others in the same boat?

    I'm sure it's been said, but I put a PEQ at the end of the chain before the out. Then I remove the harshness and boom, by cutting lows and highs, pretty much the way an FOH engineer would do. And crank the amp while adjusting the EQ. These days I'm using 2 EV T-221m wedges. I have them tweaked...
  34. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00

    I've never experienced a missing preset when performing a firmware update. I have experienced a corrupted preset, even without performing any updates. Usually when that happens, a restore of that preset solves the problem. Sometime anomalies happen when dealing with processors. When I stated...
  35. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00

    Glad you go it fixed. Sometimes weird issues can happen, when updating. I've had the same issue before, as well as unit not booting. Years ago, if I used Fractal Bot to update an official release, I would have an issue where the firmware update would just freeze. I never figured that one out.
  36. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00

    If you are sure this happened, try installing the update again, as this should not have happened. You can also go here, (https://www.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-iii-downloads/), to get what you need with regard to firmware and presets. However, many presets were updated since the latest firmware...
  37. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00

    No issues here. Are your presets modified or factory? Sometimes modified or 3rd party presets will need a little tweaking. However, I have no issues with factory or modified presets.
  38. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00

    Outstanding!
  39. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00 Release Candidate 2 (Beta 8)

    Since Mesa does not manufacture tubes and selects tubes from different world tube manufacturers, they can vary in brand and country. This can alo attribute to final depth and tone. We have 3 triple recs, in our arsenal, with Mesa tubes. They all sound different. But cranked, they sound awesome.
  40. Tommy Tempest

    My MIDI command center

    I just got 2 WIDI Master adapters and connected from my Controller to my AE FX. I have to say it is a flawless install and immediately worked after updating firmware. Now I just wish an affordable 9 pin wireless midi will come out for my Ghost systems.
  41. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00 Release Candidate 2 (Beta 8)

    I have both an MKII and Turbo. I cannot duplicate it here. I still think it's settings. I usually have to tweak any modified preset, after a firmware update, maybe gain, bass, mid, treble, volume, but usually something. The factory untouched presets sometimes may need scene balancing. Popping...
  42. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00 Release Candidate 2 (Beta 8)

    I went through most of the presets, since i just got my upgraded AXE. I don't have any pops. I used a Tele, Strat and 2 PRS custom 22s. It might be a setting you have in your preset? I tested the stock factory presets. All I found was a few scenes were not balanced volume wise.
  43. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00 Release Candidate 2 (Beta 8)

    I'm on my 6th AXE FX, now turbo. I don't usually upgrade right away, but thought it was time to do it before used prices come down. You sell your MKII, add a few bucks and your happiness meter pegs:cool::)
  44. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00 Release Candidate (Beta 7)

    I use to leave mine off, then thought, What am I missing.
  45. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00 Release Candidate (Beta 7)

    You'll find your answer if you read back through the thread
  46. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00 Release Candidate (Beta 7)

    I have been an AXE FX user for quite a few years now. I'm soon to be getting my 6th AXE FX. With that said, I've been on this forum for quite some time and feel something needs to be said. Almost every time an update comes along to improve our units, some modifications may need to be done...
  47. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00 Public Beta #4 (Beta 4)

    I did the same thing, since I switched to a Matrix GT-1000 and EV monitors. So far he only thing I do is low cut and hi cut. They all sound too perfect.
  48. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00 Public Beta #4 (Beta 4)

    I don't have that issue here. But for the record I never changed the settings of the Fender amps. I just added a PEQ at the end of the chain to do some cuts. All my clean, crunch and lead sound correct.
  49. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00 Public Beta #4 (Beta 4)

    I own an entire line of Fender tube amps. When comparing to my AXE Fenders, they are scary close. What guitar and what input gain are you using? I'm using an American Standard and PRS custom 22. The Fender strat is spot on, the PRS with HFS pickups is a little more harsh. Also since only some of...
  50. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00 Public Beta #2 (Beta 2)

    That's why so many players sound great and others sound bad;)
  51. Tommy Tempest

    Cut through the mix: something I do not understand

    I find using a PEQ block at the end of the chain works better for me. It's easy to tweak on the fly and cuts the overall lows and highs. My go to settings, cut around 75hz and above 6 to 8k. Since I split my signal to out 1 and out 2, I do the same setup with separate settings for my FRFR cabs...
  52. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 20.04 Public Beta (Beta 1)

    As always great additions and tweaks in every firmware update.
  53. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 20.01

    Have you installed the latest drivers? What PC are you using? What is your buffer size set to? Decrease the buffer size to decrease latency. I usually find the drop out point and increase the buffer size until it stops dropping audio. I'm asking because I have no to no noticeable USB latency.
  54. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 20.01 Public Beta (Beta 2)

    Seems overkill and unneeded. I tweak my amp block and presets, for my final tone, then send to out1, 2, etc. I use the output knob, on the AXE, to send what's needed to out 1 and 2. I have PEQ blocks right before the out blocks to make any on the fly adjustments. I use this method because I want...
  55. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 20.00

    Mine shows medium
  56. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 20.00 Public Beta (Beta 4)

    RE: Dynamic distortion, is it me or are the values reversed? Depth boost cuts, Depth cut boosts, Mid boost cuts, Mid cut boosts, etc. The graph shows cut on boost selections and boost on cut selections. Could be me, but I installed the new AXE Edit and refreshed.
  57. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.06

    But firmware updates affect presets sometimes. We've all had to tweak certain things after a firmware update. For me it is such a simple task, I don't even think twice.
  58. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.06

    Would deleting the WAH block and re-installing it help? I'm experiencing the same harshness on every preset that has a WAH block setup on an expression pedal. The presets are saved with the WAH block disabled.
  59. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.06

    My normal setup I've always used. Matrix GT1000 EV T221m wedges. Same results listening through my normal in ears. Sounds great when I downgrade back to beta, very bright and sterile when update to official. I checked global settings, global eq, amp settings, cabs, Wah, nothing has changed...
  60. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.06

    Any factory preset sounds treble harsh, loss of low frequency.
  61. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.06

    No, I can't figure out what's causing it.
  62. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.06

    Bottom end is gone and all presets are super bright and sterile sounding, not in a good way. I tried resetting amp blocks, but it didn't help. Not sure what is causing it. I went back to 19.06 beta and the tone is back to normal. Updated to 19.06 again, and it's back.
  63. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.06 Public Beta

    Sometimes official releases come right away. Other times it takes a bit longer.
  64. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.05

    Backup your 3rd party and personal presets. Download the new factory presets. I move all my factory presets to start at bank B. So A is B, B is C and C is D. This way my entire bank A is available for my personal and 3rd party presets. I reset my amp blocks and then tweaked the settings.
  65. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.05

    Didn't we just get new factory presets?
  66. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Factory Presets Release 19.04

    As Always THANK YOU to all that updated these presets.
  67. Tommy Tempest

    Preview! Axe-Fx III Factory Presets 19.04

    This is why I am on AXE FX number 5. Will soon be going to my 6th purchase, with the new turbo. THANKS FAS!
  68. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 19.01

    All the Fenders and others sound great, totally untouched! There is one bug I found: I can't stop playing and my wife is screaming it's too loud;):p
  69. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware 19.00 Beta 3

    I just got stuck on Ric-O-Twelve for over an hour. Played every Ricky 12 song I know. What a great tone, using my PRS CU22.
  70. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Release Version 18.03

    Check any compressors you have in your presets.
  71. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Release Version 17.02 Release

    I found for me using the same expression pedal for both WAH and volume, I would sometimes have an issue where I change presets and had no volume. I switched the presets using volume to gain increase, problem solved. I now use 2 expression pedals, one for WAH and the other for volume and gain.
  72. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Release Version 17.01 Public Beta #2

    Thanks, I had a system global backup saved. Could not remember, it's been so long
  73. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx Firmware Release Version 17.01 Public Beta #2

    I don't have Fractal Bot installed as a stand alone app. Not sure if this is the proper way, but I always run Fractal Bot through Axe Edit and never have issues.
  74. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 17.00 Public Beta 2

    I updated from the previous beta to Version 17.00 public beta 2, and noticed all my presets are very noisy with a whooshing sound in the background. I think I read where you do something with the cab to make it go away? It is also very present when I add a rive block of any kind.
  75. Tommy Tempest

    AXE 3 sounds weird

    The sound you get compared to others, using the same preset, will differ, depending on the guitar, physical amp and speaker cab or FRFR cab. Most of my guitars are PRS. Some factory presets sound fantastic with no modifications. Others are so bass heavy, I have to switch to single coil...
  76. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 16.05

    My Dell PC hasn't had a BIOS update in a year. That usually means stability is HIGH.
  77. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 16.05

    I just tested here. Not happening. It saves wherever I choose.
  78. Tommy Tempest

    [SOLVED] My Guitar sounds incredibly fuzzy, flabby, and frankly awful with modern high gain tones - what can I do to fix the sounds?

    I find tightening up the lows by cutting at least below 80hz and sometimes more really helps. Also when the main amp volume is on 10, reducing it helps. You can always add more gain if needed after lowering the main. And are you using the same guitar, amp and cabs, monitors, as Cooper?
  79. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 16.05

    I can find fault with several factory presets after an update. Switching scenes changes gain, volume, effects level etc., that I just don't like. So what do I do? I tweak the preset to my liking. Many preset's settings and sounds change, with every update. This is what backups are for. I...
  80. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 16.05

    What is wrong with the Diezel vh4 silver 3?
  81. Tommy Tempest

    Fractal AXE FX III + ?????? (closest Metallica sound)

    It all boils down to what your ears are hearing. I've used AXE FX-Mesa Two/Fifty-Mesa 4x12 cab. AXE FX-Matrix GT-1000-Mesa 4x12 cab. AXE FX-Matrix-2 EV T-221m monitors. AXE FX-Direct to PA. Each setup requires tweaking of whatever preset you choose or create to achieve a particular sound.
  82. Tommy Tempest

    What is the current best solution for "Tube Poweramp Model"?

    I guess the best answer would be a question. Why do you feel you need a tube poweramp model?
  83. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 16.02

    What is the rest of your rig? Meaning what amp and cab are you playing the AXE FX through?
  84. Tommy Tempest

    🆕 Axe-Fx III Cygnus Factory Presets "Enhanced" - Preview 1

    Thanks @Admin M@ ! They sound great. I didn't have to adjust anything or even add an EQ for my setup.
  85. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Cygnus Factory Preset Banks A, B, and C

    I find it always better to update the banks when they are released. And these new ones take advantage of CYGNUS. Since banks get updated and can cause changes in the way the presets act and sound, I followed advice years ago and moved bank A to B, B to C and C to D. I load all my modified and...
  86. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III 16.00 Beta 12 "Cygnus" Firmware - Public Release Candidate

    Good advice as any tone issue can be tweaked to the user's satisfaction. Plug and play users may not agree, but it's pretty much all about EQ and gain.
  87. Tommy Tempest

    Post Your Axe-Fx III Rigs Here!

    New Setup
  88. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III 16.00 Beta 5 "Cygnus" Firmware - Public Beta #2

    Cygnus is going to be AWESOME! I thoroughly enjoy every Beta release. It gives me a peek of what's to come. And if it causes me issues, I don't whine, I just revert back to the last official release. Thank you for making the AXE FXIII better with every firmware upgrade.
  89. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III 16.00 Beta 4 "Cygnus" Firmware - Public Beta

    my rig these days are a Matrix GT-1000 amp to either a 4 x 12 mesa cab or 2 EV stage monitors. The tone is unreal to say the least
  90. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III 16.00 Beta 4 "Cygnus" Firmware - Public Beta

    I just set up my 2 AXE FXIIIs side by side, using the same Matrix amp, going into the same floor monitors. I kept one at the latest 15 firmware and updated the other to 16 public beta 4 Cygnus. I can say, for me, without a doubt 16 beta 4 Cygnus takes the AXE FXIII to a new level. Every amp I...
  91. Tommy Tempest

    Cygnus Beta - first impressions

    After I got my first AXE FXII XL+, I never expected anything better. Now I'm a few units in and no matter how subtle, I am always amazed at every firmware update I ever received. This one, like many before it, will be another game changer.
  92. Tommy Tempest

    Hiss/white noise after palm mutes

    Certain cellphones can cause all sorts of anomalies. I always have to remember to take mine out of my pocket before going on stage.
  93. Tommy Tempest

    Next big thing for Fractal

    This explains why so many people are dancing off beat on the dance floor;):p
  94. Tommy Tempest

    Output Question

    What is your system setup? power amp or powered FRFR? Amp = cabs = Also remember any preset should be created at the level you are going to use it at. Example, all my presets sound perfect to my ears, through the speakers at stage volume level, as that's where I use the AXE III. They don't...
  95. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 15.01

    I have a '69 Fender Super Reverb factory Blackface mod and a 60s JTM45/100 and they both sound unreal. I A/B'd them to my 2 AXE units and got very close in tone and feel with my cabs I'm using. So now instead of firing up the tubers, I dial in the AXE FX preset. Once in a while I fire them up...
  96. Tommy Tempest

    *FREE* Far-Field Session #2 Cab Pack

    Works for me too.
  97. Tommy Tempest

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 15.01

    Is it just me or is he missing some screws?
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