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Best low weight live solutions for Axe FX?

Since I started this thread, and it has picked back up recently, I guess I should post what set-up I ended up using for the sake of posterity. I've been using the same set-up for about a year now and I'm extremely happy with it. The XL+ itself is housed in a 6U SKB rack with a Furman power...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #47
- Apr 6, 2018
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Casiopea Jazz / Fusion tone

That's rad as hell and it would be amazing to get word from the man himself. Otaka is a fantastic keyboardist as well, I was always impressed with her both in and out of Casiopea. Be sure to tell them they have fans in Canada! Check out Daryll Gabel's work on Holdsworth tones. He does a really...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #8
- Mar 10, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Casiopea Jazz / Fusion tone

I hope you enjoy it! Yeah, that's true about the amps. The clean sounds he used on the G-100 and the DG-1000 are pretty similar though (probably that same circuit was modeled in the DG). I believe he's been using the DG1000 since it came out, and still uses it to this day. Here's the most...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #5
- Mar 2, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Casiopea Jazz / Fusion tone

I got you. Casiopea rules! Been working on an Issei Noro patch for a while. It's not anywhere close to being accurate IMO, but it's close-ish. His amp, the Yamaha DG-1000, is not modeled (though it's got a very unique tone, and I wish it were modeled, as Allan Holdsworth also used this amp). So...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #2
- Mar 2, 2018
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Since no one will directly ask Cliff about potential new FW...

Excited that we're getting more bass stuff, the B7K is amazing. I hope we're still getting the Model T, need to get my doom on something fierce.
- DestructionSphere
- Post #54
- Sep 11, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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ML USA Djent vs Cab Pack 13 ML USA Bulb!!

I don't have Cab Pack 13, but I've been thinking of picking it up. Now, I don't djent (well I've been known to once in a while, but it's not my thing generally), but I wanted a good Mesa IR for more traditional heavy metal, and I'm wondering if you think the Djent cab pack is a better choice for...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #2
- Jul 4, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Allan Holdsworth Lead Distortion Patch for Q8.02 Plus Demo!

Amazing playing! You're seriously the man Derryl! That patch is awesome too, thanks for sharing! I've been trying to make one like this for a while but I've had little success.
- DestructionSphere
- Post #8
- May 27, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Best low weight live solutions for Axe FX?

Well color me excited! Sounds like this one could be perfect for me. Probably going to pull the trigger on one of your powered cabs by the end of next month so hopefully it's coming out by then.
- DestructionSphere
- Post #25
- Mar 11, 2017
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Best low weight live solutions for Axe FX?

Thanks! So you're using the MBritt cab, right? Trying to figure out if it's worth the extra cost over the powered wedge. Likely going with the wedge because it's lighter, unless there's a good reason to take the MBritt instead.
- DestructionSphere
- Post #23
- Mar 11, 2017
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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New Jam using Axe II for Guitars/Synth Pads

This is cool man. I don't listen to a lot of electronic music these days (except Outrun/Synthwave stuff), but I enjoyed this a lot.
- DestructionSphere
- Post #9
- Mar 7, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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First Song with AFX -- Iffy on the Rhythm Tones...

Sounds great! Love those clean tones especially! What amp model(s) are you using for the rhythm tones? I'm guessing the recto? They do sound a little flubby but not bad by any stretch. I'm pretty new to this, but that's been my experience with the recto models so far, I've been able tighten...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #3
- Mar 7, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 7.00 Firmware Release

I'm pretty new to the Axe, so take everything I tell you with a grain of salt. But so far it seems like you have to tighten them up in the Cab block. Running the two recto cabs (SM57 and M160) in stereo summed to mono, adding some motor drive, dephase, one is delayed slightly, etc. etc. all...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #311
- Mar 7, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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More thoughts on my experience with Kemper and Axefx II

Everything you said here are reasons why I went with Fractal as opposed to Kemper. I think the Kemper amps sound great, really I do. I did so much research on each unit (and a bunch of other ones, but the two winners of the first round were Fractal and Kemper), and what I found was that as much...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #34
- Mar 6, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Reviews
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Presence Shift in USA Lead models

Damn, I didn't realize it was something so ominous. That's a bit of a shame, but I'm still really happy with the sounds I can get out of the XL+, so I can't complain. I'm not even sure how one gets from separate pre/power amps to trade secrets, but I'm not an engineer or anything.
- DestructionSphere
- Post #24
- Mar 6, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Presence Shift in USA Lead models

Just over a week. So pretty damn new. I already figured that if he hadn't implemented that feature by now it was probably never going to happen. Did he ever give a reason, or is it just way too much work to implement (seems like it would likely be quite a challenge to do it this late in the...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #22
- Mar 6, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Presence Shift in USA Lead models

This is why I wish we could have fully separate pre and power amp blocks. I prefer the VHT 2502 to the 2:90, but everyone is different (really I wish it was a VHT 2150 instead). It'd just be nice to mix and match, even on amps that wouldn't support it in real life. The separation would also be...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #19
- Mar 6, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Best low weight live solutions for Axe FX?

You like the ZLX? I was considering that one because it's quite cheap and it fits into my weight requirements. Have you compared it with any of the popular options (CLR/Xitone/Friedman/etc.)? I know it's much cheaper but I'm curious how it holds up.
- DestructionSphere
- Post #20
- Mar 6, 2017
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 7.00 Firmware Release

Yeah my Recto 1 presets seem to have really come to life with the Q 7.00 update. So did my Solo 88 and 99 presets. I don't know what wizard magic Cliff used in there but it's definitely working. And the other guy was right, the D-30 is fire right now. I love it even more than I did before. I...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #200
- Mar 6, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 7.00 Firmware Release

Goddamn that was already my favorite amp to pair with my Teles, super pumped to test it out now.
- DestructionSphere
- Post #155
- Mar 5, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Just released a website of my project

THRASH!! Classic stuff, and pretty good I have to say, although I don't listen to much thrash these days. Also, your vocalist kind of reminds me of 80s Mustaine, which is always good. And the guitars sound great, they remind me of the old Megadeth tones! Also, you got some balls releasing your...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #5
- Feb 24, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Using Ernie Ball VP Jr. as an expression pedal, should it be 250k, 25k, or modded to something else?

Thanks guys, now that I have a source for the pots this shouldn't be too bad. That string replacement looks like a pain, but I'm sure I'll figure it out after 4 or 5 hundred attempts.
- DestructionSphere
- Post #12
- Feb 23, 2017
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
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Using Ernie Ball VP Jr. as an expression pedal, should it be 250k, 25k, or modded to something else?

Any info on where you got the parts for the linear mod? I can't find linear pots for the EB pedals anywhere.
- DestructionSphere
- Post #7
- Feb 22, 2017
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
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Using Ernie Ball VP Jr. as an expression pedal, should it be 250k, 25k, or modded to something else?

Do you know of any linear taper replacements? The pots for the EB volume pedals are a bit weird, and I have been unsuccessful at finding anything.
- DestructionSphere
- Post #6
- Feb 22, 2017
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
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Best low weight live solutions for Axe FX?

That's good to know. I tend to have pretty high mids in my tones for most things, so maybe I can just boost the mids a bit more for the live presets.
- DestructionSphere
- Post #17
- Feb 22, 2017
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Another Brick in the Wall

This sounds fantastic, looking forward to trying this one for myself when my Axe finally comes in.
- DestructionSphere
- Post #15
- Feb 22, 2017
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Using Ernie Ball VP Jr. as an expression pedal, should it be 250k, 25k, or modded to something else?

Prime. And it's fine even though they're audio taper pots?
- DestructionSphere
- Post #3
- Feb 22, 2017
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
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Using Ernie Ball VP Jr. as an expression pedal, should it be 250k, 25k, or modded to something else?

Wanting to use a couple of VP Jr.'s as expression pedals, wondering how they each react with the Axe FX, and whether or not there is any good linear taper pots to replace the stock ones. Ernie Balls are basically the only expression pedals I like, so I'm willing to go to fairly great lengths to...
- DestructionSphere
- Thread
- Feb 22, 2017
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
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Best low weight live solutions for Axe FX?

Thanks for the advice, this seems like the best solution for me right now. Just got in contact with Mick to make sure he can ship to my country and verify the rates. Was contemplating the Friedman after Johan's response, but it looks like it's over 50 lbs. a bit too much weight for what I'm...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #15
- Feb 22, 2017
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Best low weight live solutions for Axe FX?

Are you talking about those "Wallimann" ones? They look really small and light for what I assume are gig-worthy cabs, so this looks like it would be a good fit for my needs. Do you have any idea how much they weigh?
- DestructionSphere
- Post #13
- Feb 22, 2017
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Best low weight live solutions for Axe FX?

That's interesting, I hadn't though about it that way. My original thought (which may be far from the truth) was that the general decision to use FRFR for modeling was so that you didn't have to spend too much time tweaking your studio presets for live performance, because it should sound the...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #12
- Feb 22, 2017
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Best low weight live solutions for Axe FX?

Some places online are describing the ASM as an FRFR, but it's a bit disappointing if it isn't since it's only a touch cheaper than the old CLRs (not the "neo" ones). Not that I'm super fussed either way since I'm mostly looking for something so that myself and bandmates can hear it, doesn't...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #8
- Feb 21, 2017
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Best low weight live solutions for Axe FX?

Thanks for the info! Yeah, the CLRs definitely seem to be the holy grail as far as I've read on here. At 33 lbs. they're not exactly light but also not particularly heavy, especially considering I've been using a Port City OS 212 (~60 lbs. loaded) for my gigs for the past year or so (and that's...
- DestructionSphere
- Post #5
- Feb 21, 2017
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Best low weight live solutions for Axe FX?

That sounds like a beauty set-up. Pretty much exactly what I'm talking about. Any idea how much that 6U weighs with everything in it?
- DestructionSphere
- Post #3
- Feb 21, 2017
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Best low weight live solutions for Axe FX?

Hey guys, So I just ordered my Axe FX, and I'm already set for my home use (studio monitors/headphones), but I'm also wanting to use this thing to replace some or all of my live rig if possible. One of the reasons I decided to pick one of these up was to lighten my load and setup complexity for...
- DestructionSphere
- Thread
- Feb 21, 2017
- Replies: 47
- Forum: Amps and Cabs