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  1. Bcraig

    Amps sweet spot the amps natural harmonic distortion soft clip not hard clipped

    Sorry New at doing this How to find any amps sweet spot where the amp sounds full, round ,and alive with the amps harmonic distortion soft clip not hard clipped What are things I need to listen for ? What have others done ?
  2. Bcraig

    What’s your favorite drive pedal advanced setting mods?

    I would love to from more people as I am trying to learn
  3. Bcraig

    Wampler Pinnacle Deluxe V2 Overdrive Pedal - Like to replicate as close as I can

    Peteri Thanks I see if I can find them And check with you later
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    Wampler Pinnacle Deluxe V2 Overdrive Pedal - Like to replicate as close as I can

    Hi I had this wampler pedal but we moved from CA to Utah it got lost and just donot have that kind of money right now I was wondering how I can get close to this sound of the pedal maybe others have this pedal I have axe 2 xl +...
  5. Bcraig

    anything else I need to update

    Hi I my friend upgrade my computer when I let him borrower it not too long ago just having the time to check this out macOS Catalinaversion 10.15.7 running Axe-Fx II XL+ REv Ares 2.00 Axe-Edit is version 3.14.5 Fracal Bot version 3.0.3 Is there anything else I need to update just...
  6. Bcraig

    5F1 Tweed amp model is based on a Fender Champ from the Tweed

    here about 2 min video showing so far what I learn and asking a few questions
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    5F1 Tweed amp model is based on a Fender Champ from the Tweed

    I am been learning the axe on and off So that why I pick this amp since it only has one knob and But It look like it has 2 input is this a high and low input forgive trying to understand If so what is the pros and cons to each one
  8. Bcraig

    5F1 Tweed amp model is based on a Fender Champ from the Tweed

    Thanks Bodde for help the gain to use is the input drive right? And here is a newer review
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    5F1 Tweed amp model is based on a Fender Champ from the Tweed

    I trying to get show what I learn been busy Trying to get a online job not easy And been working on my type skills etc... just trying to prepare How are you guys doing during this world problem con19 Also what are the best cabs and IR to use with this amp ?
  10. Bcraig

    Link together two separate parameters to master volume

    I was wondering is there a way to where I can hook up two or more parameters and then link them together to the master volume so as the volume increases The other parameters will move accordingly? and how would you set this up in axe edit?
  11. Bcraig

    COVID-19 - How Do You Plan To Pass Time During Isolation?

    Mostly praying to The Lord that He Will Help those in the medical field to finding a vaccine for all the others and families that have been affected and impacted by this and to stay clam and not to listen to news over and over which is not helping others at all this just make people panic...
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    5F1 Tweed amp model is based on a Fender Champ from the Tweed

    After going through a ton of amps factory settings and looking at yaks amplifier pdf (Thanks Yek for creating this 👍) I’m going to try to keep it real simple - Since it only has one knob the volume - drive parameter in amp block start with the most basic I can find 5F1 Tweed amp model is...
  13. Bcraig

    Can't find the recent vintage IRs from Fractal

    Hi I was wondering are these for axe 2 xl + users as well? If not
  14. Bcraig

    Apogee Jam+ USB Instrument Interface hook into axe 2

    I am thinking about getting Apogee Jam+ USB Instrument audio Interface after a a buddy paid for me a program Called Bias Amp 2 I will use this for mic and guitar How would I hook this up so I can switch between both Axe 2 xl+ And guitar software Bias ? I running on Mac OS High Serria And
  15. Bcraig

    full control over the dynamics for supper light picking?

    I am been learning to pick very very softly I was wondering What settings or parameters in the advance or any parameters that are in Axe Edit on Ares 2.00 that You guys have found to have full control over the dynamics for supper light picking Without very noticeable volume jumps as I go from...
  16. Bcraig

    Advanced parameters for the incorrigible tweaker

    I am been learning to pick very very softly I was wondering What settings or parameters that You guys have found to have full control over the dynamics for supper light picking Without volume jumps as I go from picking very lightly to gradually go picking harder Dynamics" I mean (touch...
  17. Bcraig

    Question about using a looping function within axe edit

    No worries 😉 man as long it Help others
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    Question about using a looping function within axe edit

    Audio coming from the DAW is most likely being heard because it's routed directly to the Output block by default, which means any changes you make to the preceding blocks won't have any effect. Ok I will try this one thanks Sir You might be able to route it by using the USB IN block at the...
  19. Bcraig

    Question about using a looping function within axe edit

    Chris can I use a looper pedal to record from axe edited the during playback I can adjust parameters in real time to hear the tone changes ?
  20. Bcraig

    Question about using a looping function within axe edit

    Chris, I made a video for You what I am trying to do forgive for messing up on guitar still learning oops forgot to post link
  21. Bcraig

    Question about using a looping function within axe edit

    I do use a DAW Logic Pro X I record guitar on track 1. and use drummer to keep in time on track 2. But what I am trying to do is record a simple musical idea then loop it and while having that loop go on continually Then I can change parameters in Axe edit on the fly so I can customize my...
  22. Bcraig

    Question about using a looping function within axe edit

    Oops sorry about that thanks for heads up unix-guy
  23. Bcraig

    Question about using a looping function within axe edit

    before I start to play I have a drum loop track playing on in the background on so my foot is tapping away then I press record counting 1,2,3,4,1 then when using trim I cannot seem to get it to loop to well loop lol what I am missing?
  24. Bcraig

    Question about using a looping function within axe edit

    sorry my bad I mean the Foot Controller You guys sell so I am looking for something I can use meaning third party what do I look for that can work with Axe 2 FX XL+ ?
  25. Bcraig

    Question about using a looping function within axe edit

    Chris, I cannot afford Yours at Fractal what kind of the third party can I use to use the looper? Because this trim is not helping me
  26. Bcraig

    experiment with just a single note to create a Big and fuller sound on it own

    Thanks TG3K I just started today to look at a few amps from factory presets and just see how their amps blocks are being used and looking at the axe fix 2 Manuel too to see what is what Oh thanks about Leon Todd’s You Tube channel I forgot about him
  27. Bcraig

    Learning about Preamp and Power amp

    Thank You Muad'zin I just saw that video that you posted about the 16 guitar artist play on 10 with that Marshall that was super ,super loud It funny Because I just watch that video last night Great video and ear piercing Thank You for pointing out what controls to look up and how to use...
  28. Bcraig

    experiment with just a single note to create a Big and fuller sound on it own

    Here is a video I found How To Set A Baseline Tone Pre amps and Power Amps about 7 minutes long where is the preamp knob and power amp knob controls in the amp block ? as he dissuse at 3:35
  29. Bcraig

    Learning about Preamp and Power amp

    This is the correct order Signal goes from the guitar plug into the preamp then to the power amp ? And how in axe edit with axe 2 1.How do you create power amp distortion. The classic 60's and 70's and early 80's Marshalls were famous for that. 2. And create preamp Distortion Here is a...
  30. Bcraig

    experiment with just a single note to create a Big and fuller sound on it own

    Using axe edit within the amp block I understand this part how to recreate and set it up 1.EQ controls to their mid-point or, “noon” position. trying to follows the instructions to get a basic rules down and then once I get this down abit I can break them 2.Next, set the gain control to...
  31. Bcraig

    experiment with just a single note to create a Big and fuller sound on it own

    Ok Chris And Simeon I looking for Finding A Good Core Tone before adding anything else first and then the next step Guitar Tips: Balancing Volume And Tone I came across this is a very short article on I hope this make sense ? https://www.proaudioland.com/news/guitar-tips-volume-and-tone/
  32. Bcraig

    Learning about Preamp and Power amp

    Well I guess for me to create my own tone and understand why I am doing I am trying to understand what a preamp is and power amp is why they are important ? Are they stack in a certain way in the chain ? In what way they change your tone? how are the best ways to use to shape your tone? and...
  33. Bcraig

    Question about using a looping function within axe edit

    Ok I will try that Thanks Sir
  34. Bcraig

    Question about using a looping function within axe edit

    Chris I donot have a pedal board to set off the looper can is there a way to set up the fractal expression /volume pedal if so how would I do this ?
  35. Bcraig

    Question about using a looping function within axe edit

    Chris I came across this video thanks for making I hoping this will help me set up the looper block up properly
  36. Bcraig

    experiment with just a single note to create a Big and fuller sound on it own

    Not sure if this is the right forum or thread to post this? Hi I am trying to experiment with just a single note to create a Big and fuller sound on it own what are some ways to achieve this? Here is what I am doing fretting one note out of 6 strings while muting all the others so when I rake...
  37. Bcraig

    Question about using a looping function within axe edit

    Question about using a looping function within axe edit where I can just experiment by playing like a short 30-second chord progression or riff idea so I can use Axe Edit to change parameters and using my ear to shape tone without the guitar in my hands is this possible with Axe 2 XL +?
  38. Bcraig

    A question about using Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 2.00 Firmware

    Thanks, Chris I go ahead and download within Fratacl Bot since is ready to go All went well Sir God Bless and Rock on
  39. Bcraig

    A question about using Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 2.00 Firmware

    I just install the new fractal bot version 3.00.03 and when I select my Axe 2 XL + I got a message saying there is a new update to Ares 2.00 to download Now should I just download the update from within Fractal Bot or should I download the lastest from here ...
  40. Bcraig

    I am thinking about dynamics here

    Oh 😢man my friend has my EV-1 expression /volume pedal over his house and he lives far away EV-1 AS AN EXPRESSION PEDAL Connect using a high-quality 1/4” TRS-to-TRS (tip- ring-sleeve, aka “stereo”) cable. Regular guitar cables will not work! Can these be brought at local guitar center...
  41. Bcraig

    I am thinking about dynamics here

    Thank You at this time I am on a Train family circumstances come up so when I get back I will very get on this Thanks You so very much appreciate and for everyone else 😀 I will still read this post answer when I can
  42. Bcraig

    I am thinking about dynamics here

    also he has his guitar cabs in his garage under him, loud, mic'd. so volume has a bit to do with this too. your physical space needs to be able to use the dynamic range. a small bedroom at low volumes won't experience this if you never get to the louder end of the volume. Chris I would love to...
  43. Bcraig

    I am thinking about dynamics here

    That’s cool!!! Could You please show me step by step on how I can set this up I have never done this before ?
  44. Bcraig

    I am thinking about dynamics here

    Hi everyone, Please watch just the first 3 minutes of the video to see what I am trying to create with the Axe 2 XL+ Just watch the first 3 minutes that should be enough to explain what I am trying to create using my The expression pedal This video speaks for itself, it's easy to get fat...
  45. Bcraig

    Thank You Danny for that advice👍😎

    Thank You Danny for that advice👍😎
  46. Bcraig

    Options to Bypass Axe 2 XL + to Logics Amps

    I will try to do both of them if I am understanding correctly 👍 And get back
  47. Bcraig

    Danny You said You use old firmware when need So will downgrade and upgraded repeat the firmware...

    Danny You said You use old firmware when need So will downgrade and upgraded repeat the firmware will not hurt the axe unit or computer ?
  48. Bcraig

    Options to Bypass Axe 2 XL + to Logics Amps

    Hi There, I have the Axe 2 XL + I am hook up via usb to my Mac and guitar cord is plugin into the front axe Ok when I load up Logic Pro X and create a audio track I get the Axe guitar sound as expected that comes up from what I dial in from axe edit software Options to Bypass Axe 2 XL + to...
  49. Bcraig

    Yes I do agree I also went back to Quantum from Aries Since in Aries for me I am in my 50’s did...

    Yes I do agree I also went back to Quantum from Aries Since in Aries for me I am in my 50’s did not want to have go and dial in all the factory preset to sound better To me I just wanted to use them right out of the box But once I really understand how to use things better I will probably...
  50. Bcraig

    Oops One question did You use the haas effect trick to widen and spread the tone out over the...

    Oops One question did You use the haas effect trick to widen and spread the tone out over the stereo field?
  51. Bcraig

    Hi Danny , I just came across a old video 2016 that a You Have made for VH patch Thank You so...

    Hi Danny , I just came across a old video 2016 that a You Have made for VH patch Thank You so much man for take by the time and sharing that with everyone and Along with the preset I had axe 2 XL + no axe lll just cannot afford it but I am believe from what I hear for Your video what You have...
  52. Bcraig

    Online problem

    Thanks, everyone very helpful knowledge :smile: well now I need to get the funds together for Audio interface
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    Online problem

    Now I am confuse🤪 do I need a mixer and a audio interface Or just one or the other ?
  54. Bcraig

    Online problem

    Now I am confuse🤪 do I need a mixer and a audio interface Or just one or the other ?
  55. Bcraig

    Online problem

    Thanks so much for taking the time to creates this I will get hopefully a friend to come over and show him this and try this setup Thanks again when I can I post what has happen God Bless Sir
  56. Bcraig

    Online problem

    I found out The teacher has loud speakers going on in the background so I can hear his guitar and he has a microphone to speak so I hear his voice Since I am in a apartment and to be quiet is key around here So for him to hear my guitar and voice Through his headphones would I still need...
  57. Bcraig

    Online problem

    Chris which one works best with fractal axe 2 ?
  58. Bcraig

    Online problem

    Ok here is problem I have a guitar teacher online and I can hear his guitar and voice through my head phones I want him to hear my guitar axe 2 xl + over his head phones along with my voice What do I need to make this happen ?
  59. Bcraig

    Help trying to crafting a tone by layering one on top of the other

    I look at the price for the fractal one very expensive at this time Can I use any kind of foot switch controller?
  60. Bcraig

    Help trying to crafting a tone by layering one on top of the other

    Thanks Paul learning slow but learning
  61. Bcraig

    Help trying to crafting a tone by layering one on top of the other

    Ok that so much make since unfortunately I donot have that switch pedalboard and donot have the funds to get it The option I have that I can see is to make is to count .1,2 then press record in axe edited on 3,4 Unless their another options I am not aware of ?
  62. Bcraig

    Help trying to crafting a tone by layering one on top of the other

    how do I set it up using axe edited?
  63. Bcraig

    Help trying to crafting a tone by layering one on top of the other

    Hi Ok here is my goal What I am doing I am just playing just one note the “E” note on the second fret 4 string with my index finger and using my thumb to lightly touch the 6,5 strings and all other notes are muted Now this has taking some time to get this and all the other notes are...
  64. Bcraig

    not sure how to do this

    Thanks pauly and unix-guy for help
  65. Bcraig

    not sure how to do this

    ok I have upgraded to the latest Fractal Bot but before I hit begin does this all look right axe 2 xl+ is turn on?
  66. Bcraig

    not sure how to do this

    Ok here my backup of everything and even downloaded the latest Fractal bot since at the moment I have this Fractal Bot 2.11.1 should I upgrade to Version 3.00.02? and what does this mean Corrected the handling of the display offset within the device backup panel where that ?
  67. Bcraig

    not sure how to do this

    Hi been a while, I think Ares is cool but after being sick for a while I just do not have the patience to mess with the presets in Ares l what are the step in order do need to go to begin downgrading back to Firmware Quantum v10.01 never do that before? running Mac OS 10.13.6 at the moment I...
  68. Bcraig

    A bit stumped by Ares on Axe-Fx II XL ...

    Hi been a while, I think Ares is cool but after being sick for a while I just do not have the patience to mess with the presets in Ares l what are the step in order do need to go to begin downgrading never do that before? running Mac OS 10.13.6 at the moment I have Axe edit at 3.14.5 and...
  69. Bcraig

    keep the volume at the same level as before adding the gain?

    So here I just adjust the "Drive" to get more or less Distortion on the"RAT Dist" and use the"Mix" knob to get more or less of the dry clean tone that I started with?
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    keep the volume at the same level as before adding the gain?

    what is the range you find good to go from clean to distortion? I brought my down to 8
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    keep the volume at the same level as before adding the gain?

    when I turn this at 10.00 ist sound s like its clipping or buzzing sound
  72. Bcraig

    keep the volume at the same level as before adding the gain?

    ok is this correct on a clean tone setting the Input Drive is the "Gain" where I turn up the distortion and by turning down that level this will lower voumle but not change tone
  73. Bcraig

    keep the volume at the same level as before adding the gain?

    ok when I lower the main konb towards the floor it just quite it down
  74. Bcraig

    keep the volume at the same level as before adding the gain?

    So I would turn down the amp level down in the OUTPUT LEVEL section or I am I missing something?
  75. Bcraig

    keep the volume at the same level as before adding the gain?

    Hi all if I have a clean sound to start with on my strat guitar And now I want to turn up the gain I notice the volume gets louder How do I just change the sound but keep the volume at the same level as before adding the gain?
  76. Bcraig

    All the minor chords and their respective families and sub families going in order of harmony only

    Oh wow!! Thanks That quite interesting I will give that a try
  77. Bcraig

    Yek's Guides - The Master List

    Yes thanks so much for these list awesome work
  78. Bcraig

    Ares - what's new?

    Thanks I look out for those changes
  79. Bcraig

    All the minor chords and their respective families and sub families going in order of harmony only

    Thank You oh that awesome this will give a good place to start and hope by ear I can understand more
  80. Bcraig

    Ares - what's new?

    So if I am understanding this correctly The Ares will have much more gain on the high and low gain models But the clean presets will better string separation Compare to the Quantum? Or I am I missy something?
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    All the minor chords and their respective families and sub families going in order of harmony only

    hi there all , This is way off topic but something I am try to learn looking for All the minor chords and their respective families and sub families going in order of harmony only So I can hear the harmony and how it sound correctly harmony wise by ear as I play from basic minor chord to very...
  82. Bcraig

    How to Create the Aggregate Devices Correctly on Mac

    Has anybody done this with axe in the mix?
  83. Bcraig

    My new recording studio

    Sweet!!! Setup
  84. Bcraig

    Introduction thread

    Thank You Sir
  85. Bcraig

    Introduction thread

    Hi all , I am in my 50’s and trying to learn Logic and my Mac and The Fractal’s Axe And be messing with guitar for awhile but still in process of learning
  86. Bcraig

    How to Create the Aggregate Devices Correctly on Mac

    I will record a example soon But I came across this video this guy got me to this point That help me get started but I am trying to add the Axe in the mix not sure the best way
  87. Bcraig

    How to Create the Aggregate Devices Correctly on Mac

    I am running High Sierra 10.13.6 on iMac with Axe Fx 2 XL + and no other interfaces Oh ok Because at the moment I created a aggregate device to be able to record the audio and video from my Mac and Logic Pro X using QuickTime screen recording But I donot know why I cannot add the Axe 2 XL +...
  88. Bcraig

    Isolated guitar track

    I am sorry as well I do Thank You for sharing but the blonde just did it sound right to me
  89. Bcraig

    Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 1.03 Firmware Release

    Thanks cool :cool:tip did not know
  90. Bcraig

    Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 1.03 Firmware Release

    Thanks man I thought I was losing my mind:)
  91. Bcraig

    Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 1.03 Firmware Release

    Ok my bad sorry I have been trying to learn to create my own presets and I have not mess with to many Factory Presets except "Stone Love" so when I just started to load them up randomly and noticed they were not all on I thought maybe I did something wrong since they did not all load in with...
  92. Bcraig

    Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 1.03 Firmware Release

    Awsome Should all the presets load up with everthing on?
  93. Bcraig

    Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 1.03 Firmware Release

    Ok try this open Axe Edit then into presets And then type in the search Stone Love And select it and load it up Do you see all the amps and cabs and all the effects turn on ?
  94. Bcraig

    Later if want to go back to Firmware Quantum v10.01 Zip Archive—May 11, 2018

    Hi everyone, I was wondering if I wanted to or need to go back to Firmware Quantum v10.01 Zip Archive—May 11, 2018 Which Axe Edit do I need to go back to?
  95. Bcraig

    Axe-Fx II "Ares" Rev 1.03 Firmware Release

    Ok upgrade to Ares FW 1.03. And it sound good I just wondering Is this normal Behavior for FW 1.03. when You select lot of different Fractal factory presets they end up loading with a lot of the effects All off or grey out Now one load up just fine it a preset called “Stone Love” But...
  96. Bcraig

    Trying to Get A Clean THICKER Guitar Tone (AK) (going from thin tone to thinker or fuller tone)

    That a good point but no I tried it on other Clean Tones Fractal presets and got those fuller tones But I am trying to create one from scratch I will try this PEQ Block in first I need to learn about it and how to use it thanks
  97. Bcraig

    Trying to Get A Clean THICKER Guitar Tone (AK) (going from thin tone to thinker or fuller tone)

    Hi folks, I am using a Mexican Strat with single coils I was wondering how many ways can I get a thinker or fuller or fatter sound from my thin sounding pickups? I wondering how others have approached this same problem?
  98. Bcraig

    Ares 1.03 latest release?

    Thanks Chris and Cliff for The new update and everthing install great tomorrow I check it out the new tones
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