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    "Best" amp (or FRFR) for AX8 live/ gig

    I have Yamaha DRX 12ps, and EV ZLX12ps. Neither match the HeadRush 12 FRFR. I originally brought a used one as a floor monitor, now I have a new one used just with the AX8. In addition I run my electric acoustic (through LR Baggs Anthem and Venue DI) through it, and now all my computerized...
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    Hi AlGrenadine, I apologize if this has already been answered. I run IPad IOS 10.3.3. From the website I gather the latest Fracpad 1.2 should work on any IOS greater than 10.00 I've now constantly got notice of a Fracpad App update, but when I try and download it,I get an error message that says...
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    I've the same problem. The update is always shown as needing to be downloaded, when I got get the message that this updated version of Fracpad is not suitable for my IPad I tried to download it (by mistake) and the next time I went to the download I got a message saying do I want to download the...
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    As an example on my Axe 8, and in the Axe-Edit, the Drive in the Preset is the T808 OD - on my Ipad it's showning the drive is the Ibanez T59. When I select to change the Drive, the T808-OD is not in the list. On start up it did get the Cabs and presets from the AXE8, but not the drives.
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    I dont think so, but I may not have read the message that said the Fracpad upgrade would not worn on my ipad, and just hit down load. I don't know if this may have screwed up the software. When I open up the drive block on the Ioad it;s not showing the same available drives I have, when I open...
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    Thanks Rex, Will that sort out the drives that are missing from the Ipad as well?
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    Hi , I set up several new presets. All ok on the PC. Got to the studio with an IPad (4), and it wipped out my presets. So I tried to link the Ipad to the AX8. The presets now appear, but the Drive is NOT the drive I have saved on the AX8. How do I set my Ipad to Match my AXE8? Thanks (the new...
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    A last try in getting Tone- AX8 -

    A last try in getting Tone- AX8 To every one that posted on this thread a BIG THANK YOU. Last week's session at the Studio got cancelled. Rescheduled for this afternoon. And what luck because Liam McCormick founder of 'The Family Crest' band were back from their East Coast tour and happened to...
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    I'll ask my wife and Daughter, they are more likely to know. I appreciate all the info, helps me enormously. If i get this sorted out it's on to getting the Synthesizer from ZZ Top Legs to sound on my Synthmaster. With the AX8 and the Synth working I may get a smile going. :) Thanks Hugh
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    Thanks Eric, It'll be interesting to see how it goes on Wednesday.
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    A last try in getting Tone- AX8 -

    Sebastopol is a very unique place. Lots of good musicians here. Sadly, most are dramatically better than me. But that's life. We were ready to bug out during the Northern Cal fire, but got lucky when the wind died down. Our lead singer lived in the trailer park next to Coffey Park. The fire...
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    A last try in getting Tone- AX8 -

    Fully agree Speedloader - I was just trying to point out that to my limited ear everything external to the AX8 that could be checked had been. The help the forum has provided through this thread has been tremendous. I had been think of dumping the AX8, but I'm even more determined to get through...
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    TahoeBrian5, That is a fantastic offer. Come Thursday morning I may very well be taking you up on that kind offer at some point. Fingers crossed - Any snow up your way - the family had to cancel their ski booking two weeks ago.
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    A last try in getting Tone- AX8 -

    I'm playing a rather nice Wildwood Custom Fender 64 (Insulated) with amended mid single coil , and the cables are self made Mogami with neutrix connectors. I'll stick the GEQ in before the Amp and give it a blast. Thanks hugh
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    Thanks for the link.
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    Thanks. It'll be an interesting test.
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    Thanks Ericbr1. I've got the Mark V. Just to make sure I'm going to do this right. I set up my hard rig as usual. Instead of connecting my pedal board on the FX LOOP I run the FX out into the AX8, and then back through the return. Both Out and back must be through my humbuster cables. Out from 1...
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    Many thanks. I'll do so. This would appear so much better than before.
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    Well, I'd say it's certainly better. Not as chunky as the video, but not Paul Simon any more.
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    A last try in getting Tone- AX8 -

    I had the Inst pad at 6db. I turned it down to 0db. I now clip red. I also play a very hot LP. Will turning this down give me a problem with that guitar?
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    Thanks. The Amp and the Cab are both engaged. In Global settings 1. Power Amp Modeling = On 2. Cabinet Modeling = Active Tried various cables. All tested and 100% OK. Guitar sounds 'Normal' through my Mesa Boogie Mk V. I've got the manual out to make sure I'm setting the levels right...
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    Very odd. I have no idea what's the next step. I gather there isn't a reset for the Global settings?
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    The Global EQ is flat at 0. I'm pretty sure the rest are as factory set, but I must admit I don't know what the global settings should be to compare them to my set up. Is there a Global settings reset?
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    Yes. I followed the video, used exactly the same settings as the guitarist on the Amp and the cab. When he plays at 1.36 he sounds like a Marshall. I sound very clean. No 'hair' as the video guitarist calls it.
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    Thanks, what amplifier do you use to drive guitar cab?
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    A last try in getting Tone- AX8 -

    Many thanks. I've tried both floor and pole, I've tried every setting the DRX has to compensate, but with little success. The speakers are fine as we use them for FOH and fills when hard rigged. I'll see Wednesday how they perform with a bit of Band volume being pushed out from the AX8
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    Thanks. I tried the video for the Marshall Plexi 50 Jump. at 1.36 the guitarist plays just the amp and Cab. No alterations to a new preset. He sounds like a Marshall. I sound like any old Ultra clean Amp and cab. Any thoughts?
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    Thanks for the info. I'll keep plodding away.
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    A last try in getting Tone- AX8 -

    Well - I've done a system update and uploaded the System Presets. I've set up a preset with a fender twin, and 2x12 hi res cab. Result an ultra clean sound. Not as much mud, but still missing some top end. The over all sound is a little behind a closed door, but better. So I tries the Video for...
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    Funny thing I did this preset some time ago. It was intended to be my go to Marshall sound. But it just didn't fit the bill when turned up. After I've done a reset I'll have another go. Thanks
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    Thanks. it'll be nice to get the system working again. I had every one of our set lists on the FracPad, every preset & and then it's been in it's case for the whole year. Thanks Hugh
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    Great advice. Thanks. I fully understand the different sound comment. It's even more valid with us as we have 3 guitars. I'm the one always trying to find the difference. This was one of the reason I was attracted to AX8. I was already to go with the set list list all loaded on the FracPad and...
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    Many thanks. I'll make sure I watch it, and take notes. Hugh
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    Understood, and I'll give it a try. I appreciate the help and advice. Hugh
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    Great info, thanks. It's a wonderful place to start. I'll do just as you suggest.
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    My original AX 8 associate has two of those beasts. He loves them, but very heavy and very expensive. I did some research and found that the DRX 12P got close to, or into second place. I phoned up Yamaha and got a very good technician who was very realistic about their, or their competitors...
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    A last try in getting Tone- AX8 -

    That was the starting point of renting the studio and Engineer for next week. get the sounds sorted out at Band volume. Then at least I can find out if It's real mud, or just my crappy programming.. Thanks
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    A last try in getting Tone- AX8 -

    Many Thanks I'll try as suggested. The set up all depends on venue. If the venue has their own system I stick either one, or both, DRX's on short speaker stands behind the band, where my Amp would usually sit. If the band are going to mic up, I go straight FOH, and just use a floor monitor in...
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    A last try in getting Tone- AX8 -

    I use Yamaha DRX 12P. for FOH or fills and EV zlx 12p as floor monitors. When at practice I use the DRX12p, or a studio's JLB passive speakers through a power mixer. Hugh
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    A last try in getting Tone- AX8 -

    Thanks Jlynnb.1 . I think you have brought up a very good point that I've been looking to 'copy' another guitarists sounds, rather than creating my own sound. It doesn't solve my mud problem, but does get my mind back in the groove that this is a different amplifier tone, not THE amplifier tone...
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    Many thanks. No I've never run it through the Mesa cabinet. I got the impression that it rather negates the rational of using the virtual Cabinets and microphones and FRFR speakers (if I can include the Yamahas in the same sentence). I did contact Yamaha and got the full specs of how the...
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    It is of great help. I've tried it through my small monitors, but thought I needed to hear it through the same speaker system that I might be playing through live. So the answer is once, and not at any volume. I'll do as suggested and post the results. Thanks Hugh
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    At home It's on low volume, and many presets sound 'acceptable'. The issue was when I took it to our practice studio and wound it up. None of my created Presets passed muster, and I ended up on a BE Fractal Preset for the rest of the evening with the volume way down and dodge the occasional...
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    Many thanks, If I can't get any improvement come Wednesday, I may well take a day off, and head down to Santa Cruz if the offer still stands?
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    I've got two DRX 12p. and get the same result on both. I even tried it on my floor monitor ZLX12s, and although not tone comparable, still got mud. I'll see what I can do.
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    Many thanks. Hugh
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    Sebastopol, CA. About 1.15 hrs North of San Francisco.
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    I think that would be a wonderful idea. I won't be able to get a 'band' volume recording until the studio visit next wednesday night, but I'll do it then and post it. I'll run the set up through my mixer (neutral) - otherwise I'll have to take it off Protools after it's been through my home setup.
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    Many thanks patrickrussell. I'll download them tonight. Are these Presets on this Forum preset site or do you have a URL I can use? Thanks hugh
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    A last try in getting Tone- AX8 -

    I'll do so this evening and post the results back over the weekend. It does bring a question to mind. Am I wrong in trying to find sounds that match the original tones from the songs I play, or should I just be trying to find sounds I Like? It doesn't solve the mud issue, but it may stop me from...
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    bradlake - very good suggestion, but in the last year I found only one user around me. Not to say there aren't more, but he's the only one I found. He did help me back in April and the sounds were better than I'd achieved on my own, but the problem came when I took the AX8 out of the home and...
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    I bought my AX8 early in 2017. I spent quite some time trying to dial in presets to fit live band play, and created various virtual rigs as well . I failed miserably. I read most of the posts from this forum and tweaked just about every virtual button, knob, slider, equalizer etc. Start and end...
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    Carrying case?

    I use an OSP flight case. it's a tight fit width, but little room to slide and the case is very solid. I keep my expression and all connectors in the same case. Pros - solid, safe and very durable and secure. (I also have an identical one for my pedal board) Cons - a bit heavy when loaded, tight...
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    Back up speaker dilemma

    Thank god for brains. Many thanks good idea.
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    Back up speaker dilemma

    Thanks, the problem with a loaner is the unknown quality aspect of the unit. As much as I'm not a big fan of the JBL 612 it does have a known quality aspect.
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    Back up speaker dilemma

    Thanks I'll check them out. Hugh
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    Back up speaker dilemma

    Many thanks, Maybe that's the way to go. Hauling pedal boards, cab stands, Channel selectors etc ........... oh how I've missed it!
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    Back up speaker dilemma

    I have 2 Yamaha DXR12s that I've been using with my AX8 as back speakers instead of a cabinet. I have a gig coming up where we'll have to use them as FOH. My dilemma is what can I use behind me that isn't going to cost me a bundle. My hard rig is a Mesa Boogie Mk V with a 1x12 open cabinet, but...
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    Thanks Al, The problem must be with my Ipad (settings). No matter how fast I double tap, if I'm looking at the Landscape view it opens the block edit mode, but works perfectly in portrait mode. Most important thing is I can adjust on the fly now. Once again - I love the Fracpad, love the...
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    Carrying case?

    I have two of the OSP cases. One has my old (H9Max, power unit and a few 'essentials') pedal board, the other without dog house insert, has my AX8. The AX8 is a PERFECT fit width, leaving enough room for the volume pedal and all related cables to sit above. Only warning is that there is no room...
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    Hi Al, Worked out why I couldn'the engage and disengage the blocks. I was Using the app in landscape not portrait on my iPad. Thanks Hugh
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    Story of my life. If that fails, is there another way to activate and deactivate? Thanks Hugh
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    When I double tap it opens up the control panel for the block.
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    Sorry to bother you Al, and I'm sure this answer is already answered but I can't find it. When I'm editing I can switch those blocks that are 'Inactive' by activating the drop down list and selecting "Reset Block". But whilst I can switch blocks ON how do I switch them off? When I select reset...
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    FX8 with an Eventide H9

    I've only tried using my H9 Max in the FXLoop block at the very end of the chain and on a separate pedal board, so I'll be interested to hear of your suggestions. I then bring it in or out from scene selection. I made all the cables up as per the manual ........ the FX works perfectly.
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    AX8: How long before I can have it ready for a gig (tweaking)?

    If it's any help I'm new on the AX8 as well. I'm using DXR 12 in the back row on mini stands. I've bought the FracPad that now has "Performance" mode. I have all songs with their own patch. (some are duplicate, but I've still saved it under the song as well). Some songs have two presets as I'm...
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    It's a wonderful tool. I still use the Frac Edit quite a bit when I'm trying to find the right sound as I run into self imposed stress error when trying to change things during a set. I now find sounds for each song, rather than find a basic sound for the set. Then program further scenes on the...
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    AlGenadine, The Fracpad is awesome. The Performance mode is exactly what I was looking for. I can now not only set the opening preset/scene for the next song, but work performance sets depending on which guitar I'm using as well. No more will I open the next number having forgotten to turn the...
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    AX8 Scenes VS Presets - How best to play live sets

    What a fantastic program the Fracpad has become. I've now got 10 sets with the song opening preset, scene, etc and depending on what guitar I'm using. No Fred Astaire on the AX8 switches. This makes it so easy. BIG fan of the AX8 and the Fracpad, worth every penny.
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    I 'm leaving the Bluetooth free as I have to run the QU16 app with it, (or the Max H9), so I'm going to start by using the Camera Adaptor, lightning USB method into the AX8. Fingers crossed. With my limited ability I may end up emailing my mother half way through the set..
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    Fantastic. Eager to use the Performance Mode. It's been holding me back using the AX8 live. I've bought and downloaded FracPad on an Ipad, but still waiting the connection hardware. At present I cant connect to the AX8, but when I do I presume all I do is update the software, or is it more...
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    Thank you so much. It'll make the AX8 so much more gig friendly. It'll greatly enhance my ability to select rhythm sounds per song rather than get worried that the dead air time is ticking slowly by. All I need now is to link my Eventide H9 Max into the system and I'll die happy. Great product...
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    Software FracPad III - iOS/Android/Mac/Win Editor for the Axe-Fx II/XL/XL+, AX8/FX8, Axe-Fx III and FM3/FM9

    AlGrenadine, I'm a new AX8 user. Your app is excellent, and I'm in the process of getting the IO system set up and will be buying the app as soon as I get the support equipment. I do have a question that may have already been asked. Whilst I love the idea of being able to edit on the move, I...
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    AX8 Scenes VS Presets - How best to play live sets

    Like you I'm a new AX8 user. This weekend I was working on setting up my current pedal board, cut down to Tremolo and Eventide H9 Max on the FXloop. Reason is to save CPU memory on those rather involved sounds that are needed for the likes of Pink Floyd. I was also looking at the Ipad Apps that...
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    External Pedal Board Help Needed please

    Thanks all. I got it worked out. The humbuster plug was not fully in place. I pulled the point with a set of pliers and managed to pull it forward an mm. Set the FX return to the Left channel and presto it works perfectly. No ground noise from the AX8. Between the H9 Max and the AX8 what more...
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    External Pedal Board Help Needed please

    The test preset is as simple as you can get. Amp block 59 Bassguy. FXLoop Cab block 4x12 Basketweave TV Mix Input to output cables all connected. No amendments made to any setting, other than FXloop set to foot switch 1.
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    External Pedal Board Help Needed please

    I've got a new ax8. I'm trying to connect through my old pedal board. The Old board has Boss tuner Eventide H9 max. I've followed the instructions (I think) from the manual but for the life of me I can't get a peep out a DXR12 the second I hit the foot switch to engage the FXloop. For simplicity...
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    1993 Matchless D/C-30 combo amp anyone know if AX8 has similar

    Many Many thanks. Appreciate the assistance
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    Hi SmileFan. I've got an AX8. I can't transfer the preset you made for Gimme Shelter, but I'd...

    Hi SmileFan. I've got an AX8. I can't transfer the preset you made for Gimme Shelter, but I'd appreciate it if you could supply the raw data (Amp/Cap & effects) with any settings. Many thanks in advance
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    1993 Matchless D/C-30 combo amp anyone know if AX8 has similar

    Thanks, I looked and it never twigged.
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    1993 Matchless D/C-30 combo amp anyone know if AX8 has similar

    Anyone know which Amp in the AX8 will compare to the 1993 Matchless D/C-30 combo amp? Thanks
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    Small Power Amp

    Thanks. You may be able to answer another question I have. I'm torn between buying this mini amp and running the backline through my Amp/cab with FX only. If I just buy a large powered speaker/wedge and put it behind me can I get the full amp/cam simulation through both the FOH AND the wedge, or...
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    Small Power Amp

    I realized this as soon as I finished the first post. I saw I'd posted it on the FX, rather than the AX site. I went back to delete the first, but found no delete or withdraw facility. Very sorry.
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    Power Amp Variations.

    Many thanks for the info.
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    Small Power Amp

    How much is the shipping out to California?
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    Small Power Amp

    Many thanks. I appreciate the assistance.
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    Small Power Amp

    You are a star. Many thanks.
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    Small Power Amp

    Bit of a noob. I run a Mesa Mark V. At practice I use 1 open backed wide 90 watt cab. On a gig I'll use 2 cabs. At practice depending on what we're working on I'll switch between the 10 watts and all the way to 90 watts. I want to have the option of dumping the Mesa head and running the AX8...
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    Power Amp Variations.

    Bit of a noob. I run a Mesa Mark V. At practice I use 1 open backed wide 90 watt cab. On a gig I'll use 2 cabs. At practice depending on what we're working on I'll switch between the 10 watts and all the way to 90 watts. I want to have the option of dumping the Mesa head and running the AX8...
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