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    New old guy

    Bruce, are you still using the hi-watts and want a basic preset that just has a delay and distortion? Or do you want a preset that has amps in it? I'm sure someone could help you make a preset.
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    Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 2.00 Firmware Release

    It has to be time to lock this thread down right? I love how my 2xl+ sounds and frankly don't miss tweaking after every firmware update :)
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    Fancy displays on products - Yay or Nay?

    The touch screen thing looks great, but who the hell wants to spend any time bending over programming stuff? desktop for deep edit / phone or handheld for quick edit? Touchscreen is so 2019 ;)
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    Effects loop question

    Fair point, i'll experiment and listen
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    Effects loop question

    Hi quick query about the effects loop block. I'm hooking the effect loop of my xl+ to another device. Should I consider the in/out levels of the axe effects loop as instrument level or line level? Had a look in the manual and couldn't see an obvious answer. TIA
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    USB Audio

    Not sure I read this correctly but I think you want an audio interface that works in standalone mode (ie without the pc on?) My focusrite 6i6 does this and as mentioned above I go SDPIF into the AI. Check the specs of the AI you have/want to buy. MOTU would be one I'd look at if spending more...
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    MIDI CC#0 Does Not Change Bank

    odd, the manual describes using cc#0 at values 0,1 or 2 etc to access different banks.
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    Looking for USB powered soundcard recommendations for my Axe-Fx 2?

    the roland has 2 line outputs? sorry what am I missing?
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    Axe-Fx II XL recording

    1 - No 4 - With the 2i2 you are using all the input you have so IMHO you are gaining nothing by using it. Only additional A/D conversion that you don't need. I would just use the AXE FX as an interface. Especially if (I think) you are IOS then you can use the 2i2 for something else? 2 and 3 I...
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    No Sound From Axe-Fx

    I think the reason for this is that you are routing too much into the SPdif output. This is how to avoid doing that: "So now you need to setup the spdif output mix on the focusrite . Click on the spdif output block select custom mix and then make sure THE ONLY input you have active is input...
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    No Sound From Axe-Fx

    ok a quick overview of focusrite control The page you are looking at descripes a 'snapshot' thing of this like a preset. You can hav one loaded at once (you can create many but only use one at a time) The sliders to the right hand side of the screen are ALL inputs to the preset. The top...
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    No Sound From Axe-Fx

    Watching again I am pretty sure you need to read the focusrite manual. In the video when the feedback starts you set up a spdif output routing from input1& 2. So your guitar and whatever that is you have plugged into input 2 (a mic?) are going out of sdpif outs through the axe. You showed us...
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    No Sound From Axe-Fx

    is this a normal way to hook things up? Isn't a more traditional way to go Guitar->axe fx ->focusrite Im sure I'm missing something but seems you are over complicating things? Also are you sure you understand the focusrite.? You are showing us the output routing for your main monitors and...
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    COVID-19 refugee: what software modeler should I use?

    where did you find that? I can only find the Brainworx Diezel Herbert in UAD format and the VH4 is $120?
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    COVID-19 refugee: what software modeler should I use?

    Can you use UAD plugins outside their hardware?
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    Axe-Fx into UA Apollo Twin=Mind Blown

    you're right, I was just thinking it would be more convenient. If a UA plugin was an integral part of the setup wouldn't it be good if the Apollo could be used live as well as in the studio? Maybe not but for the price I don't know why they couldn't do that if all the horse power is in the...
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    Any suggestions for a MIDI relay switcher?

    I use a couple of these. Good price, well built and work great. https://www.thomann.de/gb/g_lab_midi_2x_looper.htm?sid=c649d33b9f13f76865f2b395988525c2
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    Any Axe-Fx II users in Kansas City?

    Best reply I've seen on here in years :D:D:D:D:D:D
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    The best way to set up home studio?

    If it were me, I would ditch the PreSonus and use the Axe as the audio interface and plug the headphones into the axe to monitor. For me the PreSonus would add nothing for your setup now and can only detract from the quality of the sound. I'm kind of assuming if you just want to listen to the...
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    The best way to set up home studio?

    Apple magic vs PC? :) I wonder if there is any difference in the quality of the D/A conversion of a PC/MAC vs a 'budget' audio interface. Probably not noticeable until you get to high end interfaces. That's good. One minor issue I do get with a combination of focusrite, reaper and axe edit...
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    The best way to set up home studio?

    I use quite a cheap IXOS coax cable. This one gets good reviews at roughly the price you mentioned: https://www.audiovisualonline.co.uk/product/7307?utm_source=AffiliateWindow Do you get any latency doing it this way? For monitoring purposes, I would imagine that the advantage (accepted...
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    The best way to set up home studio?

    I had exactly the same issue. As Brian says I don't think there is any problem using the Axe FX as your main audio interface but it did bug me that the family (kids!) were using the computer a lot so I added a focusrite 6i6. I also wanted to have a mic hooked up (which I could have done using...
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    Ares 1.03 latest release?

    On a more positive note, I never really use high gain amps but the skull crusher model is just epic :) spent all morning with it until my ears started bleeding :)
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    Ares 1.03 latest release?

    Only thing I'm sad about is never getting a 'midi block.' Would have been great to send out PCs and CC to different channels to save having to mess around programming my foot controller :) but hey ho :)
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    Ares 1.03 latest release?

    you said it :) this last FW sounds fantastic to me. No one can grumble we haven't had a great ride.
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    Ares 1.03 latest release?

    until he works out another genius plan to keep all our spines tingling...…………………………….. :)
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    Recording with FL Studio

    never used FL studio, but assume you have two tracks set up into which you want to record? if so do you have them both armed for record all the time? If all else fails get reaper its easy and brilliant
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    Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 1.02 Firmware Release

    The first time I switched my axe fx on I got a tingle in my spine it sounded that good. Over the years certain FW updates created that same WOW! moment. Today was one of those days :)
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    Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 1.00 Firmware Release

    Even if there are some bug fixes, can we still call it Ares 1.00 please? My ocd can't cope with ending on 1.01
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    The infamous "amp in the room" vs FRFR discussion

    I'm not getting it. sounds like too much going on to me, the crispness, which is key to that song is lost in that final section IMHO. It sounds ok at low volume but crank it up a bit and there is too much going on for me
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    Diodes for dummies?

    my brain hurts
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    AF2 Ares amp block gain?

    after 24 hours I'm loving how this sounds :)
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    AF2 Ares amp block gain?

    You could well be right, I was playing along to some backing tracks yesterday and the guitar does sit nicely in the mix.
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    Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 1.00 Firmware Release

    ps. Its so cool the splash screen says ARES :) Time to get selling some stuff for a III......
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    Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 1.00 Firmware Release

    Well all good things come to an end :) As many have said, I can't think of another company that puts this much support into its products. What amazing service. In a way its almost a relief lol :) we can kick back and enjoy an amazing device now without the stress of wondering if we need to...
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    Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 1.00 Firmware Release

    did I miss an announcement that this is the last firmware update for the 2 xl+? or are we assuming that?
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    AF2 Ares amp block gain?

    wonder how long this error was there? the ac30 sounds cleaner (and tbh a bit thin) than I remember it in FW10 and even before?
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    AF2 Ares amp block gain?

    Ah cool, I missed the bit where it was found to be a bug. Thanks
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    AF2 Ares amp block gain?

    It could be me, but the 'official' ares 1.0 seems to have made this 'increase in gain' go away? what do you think?
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    UAD Apollo Twin interface

    I so want to love the Apollo twin, but the lack of a coax input and the lack of midi and the fact it has so few inputs renders it an expensive waste of time IMHO. If you want 3 inputs then you need to add adat inputs. Running a three grand axe into an expensive soundcard via a $19 convertor...
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    When does the first AD conversion occures? Axe-Fx III

    you guys have way too much time on your hands ;)
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    AF2 Ares amp block gain?

    Glad its not just me. I also thought the gain jumped up when I loaded the update. ARES is designed to improve the modelling of the XL+2's amp sims right?, so why would a gain increase be 'designed in?' We have had several FW versions to model the intrinsic gain characteristics of the AC30...
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    Reaper Sounds Like Crap?

    I heard a rumour that FB and SoundCloud compress the audio file which may affect how it sounds compared to your version at home on the PC. Could be that (or it could be an urban myth :) )
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    Any way to "measure" remaining life of the battery?

    creating panic is what the internet is for!
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    MFC controlling other midi devices

    No never really answered (but I have to say neither did I read the manual that carefully :) ) Ended up building my own footcontroller
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 2.00

    Improved Amp block speaker dynamic parameter modeling. The new Speaker Compliance parameter controls the nonlinear behavior of the virtual speaker. Existing presets will load with this parameter at 0.0 and will be unchanged tonally from the previous firmware (IOW your presets will not be...
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    Bryston 2B LP vs ART SLA 1 power amp shootout!

    http://uk.matrixamplification.com/rack-amplifers/gt-1000-fx-1u.html
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    Bryston 2B LP vs ART SLA 1 power amp shootout!

    How about bridging the Bryston for more ooompphhh and getting a second one for the other channel. Bryston power amp sound great whenever I've head them.
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    auto filter type thingy

    Ah brilliant ypu are a genius. Will tty it tomorrow thank you
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    auto filter type thingy

    I'm dangerously close to having to read the manual so please help! Is it possible to set up the sequencer controller such that it is triggered by the input level. I'm after an filter swoop type effect and haven't been able to get it right using the envelope to control the frequency and Q values...
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    Axe-Fx III & light dimmers

    So funny just spat beer all over my foot controller :0
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    Recording problems

    If you are not happy with the treble in the recording but don't want to alter the preset, could you try some EQ in the DAW track? (that's a question intended to help me with the same kind of issue and understand how to make better recordings not an expert piece of advice)
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    Softstep and USB Over Midi

    Bourne Midi Translator Pro is another cool midi routing piece of software that I have used. This again would allow you to route the midi over usb from the softstep out to the axe fx over usb.
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    Softstep and USB Over Midi

    If I remember correctly you can get an expander thing that provides a midi input/output directly to/from the softstep. So you could go softstep->axe->ableton? Or as the others say use the midi over usb from the softstep into the computer then route the ableton and softep midi back out to the axe
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    Recreate Eventide H9 presets on the Axe FX ?

    I love my H9 but to be honest I really only use it now for a few bits like shimmer if I run into trouble with CPU. The h9 sounds great but my gut feel is that the max version might be overkill? You may find some algorithms that are hard to replicate on the Axe but I don't think there are...
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    Alternative Foot Controller

    Once you have experienced scene and preset names at your feet there is no going back :)
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    Recording from the Axe Fx to computer advice

    Save yourself lots of time and money and go with Reaper it is awesome :)
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    Is 9.04 The Last Firmware For The Axe-Fx II?

    Been playing loud with 9.04 today and it sounds awesome. Very exciting to hear this news!. I still want a MkIII though!
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    Has the Ax lll shipped yet?

    At least we are learning a little entomology whilst pacing the room like expectant fathers ;)
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    Ares on XL+ ... mission possible or impossible!

    That's a bit harsh. I think the countless updates that we've had for the Axe2 can create a sense of entitlement that is somewhat unrealistic. You can't knock Fractal for focussing on the new platform and making that the best it can be surely? 9.04 sounds great to me, if I never got another...
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    Axe-Fx into UA Apollo Twin=Mind Blown

    ps it also really bugs me that the twin won't retain any plugins used in a mix when in standalone mode. That's a real let down IMHO given the USP of the twin is the quality of their pluggins
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    Axe-Fx into UA Apollo Twin=Mind Blown

    I'm sure that technically you are correct here but one thing I noticed when I went from using my axe FX as my 'soundcard' to using a focusrite (with axe connected via SPDIF) was that it did sound different. I put this down to the focusrite driving my monitors differently (if that's the right...
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    Newbie question on scenes

    Check out X/Y
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    Is it me or is the Axe fx 3 aesthetically unpleasing?

    The blue frequency analyser thing on the big screen just makes me want it even more! There is a 3U size hole in my rack aching to be filled :)
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    Axe FIII control via midi?

    Wow the development of this new product is breathtaking. Just when I thought 9.04 was the bee knees too you evil people :) Won't be long before the GAS becomes irresistible! Would it be possible to confirm whether the AXEIII will expose two way information flow via midi (sysex) in a similar...
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    Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 9.04 Firmware Release

    Loving this FW. 8.xx never gave me a WOW but this just feels like the dog's!
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    Axe fx 2+ interface connection

    +1 to the above. I recently switched to SPDIF into a focusrite (mainly to save a couple of CPU points) it did sound slightly different (don't know if that's just me) but a few tweeks and certainly since 9.04...... Boooooooom
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    A Gift from Fractal Audio! Free Cab Pack!

    Wow thanks to all at FAS for a fun year, I've never played so much and tweaked so little :) Merry Christmas to all!!!!
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    First post... Hi and lots of questions.

    I agree with the comment above, its very easy to lose yourself tweaking. That said, imho since FW7.something, I just don't tweak at all really. I use the fender tweed and AC30 models for the most part and they sound great with simple Drive, B,M,T and High cut settings.
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    Recommended Adjustment

    I'm guessing not for the AC30 as I can't hear any difference when tweaking.
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    Just got my AxeFx II.. 1st question!

    No not much to set up really. Only thing to check (I think) is in the I/o menu make sure you have the main input set to analogue (default setting) and that input 1 is set to front or rear (whichever you are using) and that input 1 mode is set to the correct setting (left only, L&R sum or stereo...
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    Just got my AxeFx II.. 1st question!

    Yes you can use the front (or rear) input 1, then your signal will appear at the far left of the grid so no need for the FX block. Unless as above you want to go the 4CM. I guess its all down to exactly how you see the rig being set up. After one week I'm sure you have loads of experimenting...
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    Just got my AxeFx II.. 1st question!

    In simple terms to get a signal back in to the axe using input two, what you need is an FX loop block. If you are not planning to use the effects loop of the Mesa then you don't really need to worry about the fact that you are not 'sending' anything to output2, the input (input 2) coming in...
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    Extend external switches

    http://www.voodoolab.com/controlswitcher.htm
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    AX FX for Christmas !

    What he said! But I disagree with one point: with these latest FW updates, basic settings will get you 99% there not 95%. :)
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    Focusrite 2i4 + Axe FX XL + = not working. Help.

    If it were me, I would go AXE direct to the Mac and avoid sending it through the focusrite at all. What you could do is connect both devices, create an aggregated pair of devices in your DAW. That way you get to use the axe without any unnecessary routing through another device and you get to...
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    Tracking down my first II - anything I should know?

    If you haven't already, then go for it. I think (as has been said above) you will be happy with the transition from line 6 to fractal (you might want to try the Helix pluggin just to be sure.) I remember the day my XL+ arrived, I spent about 2 hours just playing three chords on factory preset...
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    Anyone using MIDI triggers live to control patch changes?

    In reaper for example one way to do this would be to arrange all your backing tracks and automation into one project. Then use a marker at the start of each song with a cc# attached to it. By sending the corresponding cc# you could cue whatever track you want (you could even cue and start...
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    USB Audio drop outs

    thanks Guys, I'll have a look at Latencymon and see if things are more stable with a lower CPU preset. Lots of my presets use 2 amps and the multidelay so CPU is often in the 80's sounds like this could be it.
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    Anyone using MIDI triggers live to control patch changes?

    Bandhelper looks pretty cool. Never tried it but sounds useful. http://www.bandhelper.com/
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    Anyone using MIDI triggers live to control patch changes?

    Elvis and Celine Dion covers? :)
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    USB Audio drop outs

    I'm running my XL+ as an audio interface on a PC running windows 10 and in the last few months I'm getting increasing numbers of audio drop outs (all PC audio drops, the axe main signal keeps going) Mostly this is a pain when recording or playing along to my DAW (reaper) It happens with both...
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    why is there a limit for blocks...why not 3 pitch blocks or 3 amp or whatever

    4 simultaneous drives? I want to hear that song :) At a push could you use a compressor/volume block like a clean boost? or the second amp block as a preamp? or the effects loops?
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    Best DAW?

    I'm not an expert, but in Reaper you can certainly modify the pitch of an item without affecting its duration, you can also time adjust without affecting pitch of an item. If that's what your question was? You can also speed up or slow down a project with or without pitch adjustment. (handy...
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    Best DAW?

    I use Reaper, amazing value for money. Be interested to hear if anyone has any comments on the quality of this vs more expensive DAWs
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    Recording with usb and focusrite

    Sounds like your audio device is not set up correctly in ableton? A little more info on how things are connected up would help.
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    MIDI to control SCENES

    Is your midi controller set to send to the correct channel? I've wasted hours in the past wondering why things are not working the way they should only to find I skipped set one :)
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    Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 9.01 Firmware Release

    I have no idea what voodoo is going on with these updates but first impression: This sounds wonderful. I'm sure its in my mind but some updates make me go meh, others really make me go WOW. This is a WOW update :)
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    Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 9.01 Firmware Release

    So sorry for yet another 'reset amp block' question. I have loads of presets I love that are dialled in for 8.02. If I update to 9.0 or the new beta and DON'T reset the amp blocks in those presets do they stay identical to when I was running 8.02? or does it just get messy?
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    2 Amps 1 Scene

    ah ok so the status of the effects may change from the original state in the preset/scene and then over this the OP wants to control the amps. Got you :)
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    Should I send my Axe FX II through my RME Daw or not?

    Not necessarily, that depends on how you set up Cubase and how you have direct monitoring set up on the RME. In Cubase If you set up one stereo track from the spdif input then yes If you set up two mono tracks and set up the routing correctly you would hear either a mono wet or mono dry mix...
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    2 Amps 1 Scene

    I must be missing something from in terms of why you don't want to use scenes (sorry if I am?) Can't you just leave the effects constant across the four scenes? Alternatively if you just want to switch amps with a single button then, as above use the bypass of the two amps and link them in...
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    It’s funny that

    For sure the last few firmware versions have removed the curse of deep editing :)
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    Should I send my Axe FX II through my RME Daw or not?

    The other thing you could do is aggregate both audio devices. That way you can take advantage of keeping the wet/dry channels available in the axe interface and use the RME for whatever else you need? Only downsides might be: a) possible latency penalty but worth trying maybe? b) using the...
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    Grid / scene levels

    Could you use the scene controllers (1 &2 would be needed I think) to set the amp cab levels how you want them? This would leave the ambient path constant. It would be cool if the four output levels could be set by scene (or the four input lines to a mixer block) but so far I can't think of a...
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    Axe sound card alternatives

    I kept my H9 ;)
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    Axe sound card alternatives

    Shame if the presonus won't take line level inputs. Might work if you turn everything down? I'm in the same spot too. I love using the axe as my soundcard it works flawlessly but on too many presets now I'm getting I'm to the problem with CPU farting and those extra 3-5% are getting very...
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    has the axe replaced everything or not?

    only thing I keep is my h9 for when I run out of CPU. Oh and a korg A3 for mysterious ways :)
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