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Saw Brit Floyd Last Night

The Red Rocks shows are absolutely unreal. I’ve seen the. Several times there and they blow me away every time.
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- Post #19
- Mar 25, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
FS Line 6 Helix Floor

Bump.
- Bmk5140
- Post #2
- Dec 24, 2021
- Forum: For Sale
FS Line 6 Helix Floor

Folks, I have a like-new Helix floor that’s never left the house and only used on one project a couple years ago. Backpack included. $1200 or make me an offer. Will ship to CONUS on buyers dime.
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- Thread
- Dec 7, 2021
- Replies: 2
- Forum: For Sale
Jackson Browne Austin City Limits

I did not consider myself a fan the first time I saw him at Red Rocks. That show actually got rained out and months later I got to see him at another venue - and I left that show a fan. Very versatile musician and great songwriter. The last song of the set he had his guitar tech out playing with...
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- Post #21
- Nov 20, 2021
- Forum: The Lounge
Twelve Step Work?

NA saved my wife’s life and Al-Anon saved our family. But you have to, as they say, “do the work.”
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- Post #5
- Oct 23, 2021
- Forum: The Lounge
Axe-Fx Firmware Release Version 17.01 Public Beta #2

I’m also getting some odd pops/ticks/clicks that seem to be tied to the reverb block (but not the new types).
- Bmk5140
- Post #50
- Oct 11, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Why Are Guitar Players Obsessed With Vintage Gear?

It's all about mojo and emotional connection to objects. I've never craved a vintage guitar or amp, but I do think on some weird ethereal level, picking up an old guitar does somewhat channel all the "experience" that the instrument has. I've noticed this especially with orchestral string...
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- Post #28
- Oct 8, 2021
- Forum: The Lounge
Strandberg Fusion ?’s

Thanks everyone for the input so far; I truly appreciate all opinions. I have played a Boden Metal (bolt-on) and in general I already know I like the ergonomics (particularly the weight and the leg cutout for seated playing). I also really enjoyed the multi-scale aspect, not necessarily a...
- Bmk5140
- Post #20
- Sep 21, 2021
- Forum: Guitars
Strandberg Fusion ?’s

I am looking at a couple Boden Fusion models, the neck-thru model and the base Fusion. Is the neck-thru model drastically different from the bolt-on insofar as playability and tone are concerned? The TN model comes equipped with the HSX circuit. I like the YouTube samples and it sounds like a...
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- Thread
- Sep 18, 2021
- Replies: 42
- Forum: Guitars
Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 17.00 Public Beta

Maybe there's some confusion about this bug, it's definitely not entirely an Axe-Edit issue and/or it's really two separate but related issues. I have a preset which uses many blocks, all of them are XXX1. I have per-preset FC assignments for these blocks, and SOME of them (the FC assignments)...
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- Post #228
- Sep 18, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Friedman BE C45 No tone display

Are you on firmware 16.01?
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- Post #3
- May 13, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Post Your Axe-Fx III Rigs Here!

My 3U cases sag a little on top like that, but the lids work fine... I really like the cases because they weigh next to nothing and they stack beautifully - the extrusions on the top fit into the voids on the bottoms.
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- Post #1,189
- Mar 25, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
How to do 4CM with the Axe-Fx 3 as the amp?

Plug your guitar into your pedalboard and decide where the pickoff point will be, typically the last pre-amp pedal. From that pickoff point, route to input 1 on the Axe FX. On the grid, go IN 1 to AMP to CAB to OUT 3. Connect OUT 3 on the Axe FX to the input on the first post-amp pedal and then...
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- Post #19
- Feb 15, 2021
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
AFIII Wild Theme - Mark Knopfler Live 90's Stadium clean tone + preset inside

If those are Austin Buddy cabs, the same ones are available as factory cabs 1-273 and 1-673.
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- Post #23
- Feb 5, 2021
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
New Axe-3 today! Can't seem to get the level parms in the cab block to do anything?

Those are relative levels... read the Cab Block section in the Blocks Guide... page 20 is where it talks about the levels parameter. https://www.fractalaudio.com/downloads/manuals/fas-guides/Fractal-Audio-Blocks-Guide.pdf
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- Post #2
- Jan 26, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Moved house.. patches sound bassy/boomy.. how did you address this? (Yamaha HS7’s)

This.
- Bmk5140
- Post #6
- Jan 18, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Possible Virtual Capo bug

This was discussed a while back... not a bug. https://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/axe-fx-iii-firmware-release-version-12-08-public-beta-part-deux.161390/post-1932624
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- Post #4
- Jan 9, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
What is this thing?

Thanks!
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- Post #3
- Dec 21, 2020
- Forum: The Lounge
What is this thing?

Saw this on an episode of Austin City Limits featuring Jason Isbell... this thing sort of has a "cousin to a steel guitar" sort of sound/vibe to it but it is definitely not a steel guitar. Can anybody ID this thing for me?
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- Thread
- Dec 21, 2020
- Replies: 3
- Forum: The Lounge
Are there any MIDI translators, router or device like this?

http://midisolutions.com/prodevp.htm This device is capable of quite a lot - it has the capability to do as you describe. The version I linked to stores 10 "settings," there is a plus version that stores 32. Edit: a screenshot of the configuration app which addresses your need:
- Bmk5140
- Post #2
- Dec 15, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Is it possible to switch the external amp channels via FCs when using the 4CM method?

I was sad to find out when trying to include a link for the Amp Gizmo/Mini Amp Gizmo that they are discontinued... the Mini Amp Gizmo was an awesome device in my "amp days" and I wish I still had one now.
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- Post #13
- Dec 9, 2020
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Line 6 Helix 3.0 released

I haven’t updated my Helix in a looooong time... there’s actually some pretty cool stuff in there now. The slice looper is cool, I don’t have my head wrapped around how to control it yet, but I ended up with some really cool trippy rhythmic stuff coming out of it last night.
- Bmk5140
- Post #31
- Dec 6, 2020
- Forum: The Lounge
Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 14.05

Small bug: block bypass status is not being updated on the grid view when in the "zoomed out" mode. Moving the select box with the nav keys will make all blocks refresh their bypass state. "Zoomed in" view works just fine. This bug is true when setting bypass state via front panel, scenes, FC...
- Bmk5140
- Post #37
- Nov 18, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Pickups for a Les Paul style / sound

They’re good pickups. I also just heard these in an LP yesterday and ordered a set: Seymour Duncan Joe Bonamassa Amos Humbucker Pickup Set - Aged Nickel
- Bmk5140
- Post #31
- Oct 17, 2020
- Forum: Guitars
Axe-Edit III 1.07.01

Thanks! I clearly missed that in the notes.
- Bmk5140
- Post #21
- Sep 29, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Edit III
Axe-Edit III 1.07.01

Not sure if this is related to 1.07.01 or not, but Axe Edit is gathering preset and cab names from my unit every time it's launched now; is this the intended operation?
- Bmk5140
- Post #19
- Sep 29, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Edit III
My first PRS

https://www.prsguitars.com/index.php/electrics/model/mccarty_2019
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- Post #33
- Sep 27, 2020
- Forum: Guitars
My first PRS

That 594 is beautiful, congratulations. I only have one, a Custom 24, and it’s one of the best made instruments I’ve played... but that 594 may have triggered me to get another.
- Bmk5140
- Post #31
- Sep 26, 2020
- Forum: Guitars
Idea: Connect with Other instruments through VOIP/Etc?

Audinate (the folks that bring us Dante audio-over-IP) has actually recently figured out how, using GPS, to solve the clocking issue that prevents using Dante over distance (outside the local network). This means that with the right public Internet connection and some fancy new Dante hardware we...
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- Post #19
- Sep 26, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 14.01

Wow. Great update!
- Bmk5140
- Post #65
- Sep 22, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
AFIII "Ghost ship" - atmospheric synth / soundtrack

Really cool sounds.
- Bmk5140
- Post #5
- Sep 7, 2020
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
Floyd Rose with threaded collar on bar

Yeah, the “knock” is what drives me nuts. I’m going to order a couple.
- Bmk5140
- Post #16
- Aug 15, 2020
- Forum: Guitars
Floyd Rose with threaded collar on bar

Have you actually tried one of these? Looks like a really nice product and I’m thinking I need a couple.
- Bmk5140
- Post #11
- Aug 15, 2020
- Forum: Guitars
Axe-Fx 3 as interface for phantom power acoustic guitar

I use this when I need a stand-alone mic pre: https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/Pre73JR--golden-age-project-pre-73-jr-mic-pre
- Bmk5140
- Post #8
- Jul 4, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Cleaning the axe fx

+1 on the paint brush... only way to get things like big analogue mixing desks clean. I have been using them for years on all my gear.
- Bmk5140
- Post #19
- Jun 24, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Wish Desktop Hardware Controller

Along those lines, check this one out: https://electra.one/ Again, not exactly what Bruce is looking for... without seriously altering the Axe FX III MIDI implementation... maybe the Axe-Edit team could implement control of Axe-Edit parameters via MIDI? Would overcome the 16 external controller...
- Bmk5140
- Post #6
- Jun 23, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Wish List
Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 12.08 Public Beta Part Deux

Makes sense.
- Bmk5140
- Post #123
- May 8, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 12.08 Public Beta Part Deux

I wouldn't. The latency change struck me as odd, so I figured it may be worth a mention as we go through the beta in case it is a symptom of a more significant software bug.
- Bmk5140
- Post #116
- May 8, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 12.08 Public Beta Part Deux

I noticed the same thing. Additionally, the VC block, when initially loaded and activated with shift set to 0, has a lot of latency. Changing the shift setting one way or another (and even returning it to zero) fixes the latency issue.
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- Post #110
- May 8, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Wish: Add an option to Layout switches/links to load the layout in the "Hold" view

I keep a complete set of looper controls on one of my layouts, but I used hold assignments for everything. With the ability to bring up the hold functions semi-permanently via the reveal hold toggle and sticky functions, we can almost treat the hold functions as another complete page of a...
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- Thread
- Apr 28, 2020
- Replies: 0
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Your favorite music documentaries

Just caught David Crosby: Remember My Name. Great biography/documentary piece. I’m not huge into CSN/CSNY but I really enjoyed this one.
- Bmk5140
- Post #65
- Apr 19, 2020
- Forum: The Lounge
What amp did the Axe-Fx III make you discover and fall in love with?

Recto models.
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- Post #74
- Jan 14, 2020
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Today’s corporate gig

That is a Gator Retro rack case... see Yek's thread about it here: https://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/enjoying-my-new-gator-retro-rack.156263/#post-1860790
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- Post #7
- Dec 17, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 10.00

Stellar indeed; however I also get the loud pop you describe. Doesn't happen with all amp types. For me it's happening with the JP IIC+ Green channel and it will also do it from the box (select amp block on grid, press edit, and it pops.
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- Post #134
- Oct 19, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 10.00

Superb release!
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- Post #86
- Oct 18, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Post Your Axe-Fx III Rigs Here!

Check out Nice Rack Canada... they wire up all of their custom boards that way... they have put together some beautiful rigs. Nice Rack Canada
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- Post #609
- Aug 23, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Another strange FC bug

This affects many of my presets that have per-preset FC commands. Load the preset, and hit switch 12 (upper-right) and the tuner is activated. Does this on a couple layouts, and of course there are no tuner commands assigned to that switch. I do have that switch set to the tuner on the MLM and I...
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- Thread
- Jul 21, 2019
- Replies: 1
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
[BUG] Hold function issue

I can confirm a bug here as well... I switched my setting to "switch up" and went and hit a hold function that changes a block channel. Instead of changing the block channel on release it switches to layout 1. There is no layout link defined. Switching back to "timeout" fixes the issue. All...
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- Post #2
- Jul 16, 2019
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Increase number of Control Switches

I’d say 12 at least, 16 or more ideally. I routinely use 4 just in the amp block for quickly toggling different parameters.
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- Post #11
- Jul 15, 2019
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Cab block help.

Cab level adjustments are relative to one another. If you reduce them all by the same amount, there will be no change. The manual has a very well written explanation of this behavior. Yyz67 beat me to it, but use the output level of the block to adjust overall volume once you get the cabs mixed...
- Bmk5140
- Post #2
- Jul 12, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Recommendations on recording methods

Analog I/O between the III and audio interfaces works splendidly; this is how I manage mine (and a lot of other digital-type boxes). Depending upon the complexity of your setup, baby-sitting multiple digital signals can somewhat become an exercise in diminishing returns after a while. But again...
- Bmk5140
- Post #12
- Jul 10, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Per-Preset #24

Awesome! Appreciate the prompt support!
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- Post #6
- Jul 2, 2019
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Per-Preset #24

See attached. Note that I can get things to fail on any preset, any layout. Right now I have two switches on Layout 4 configured for PP#23 and PP#24. I have things assigned to those in the attached preset. #23 works great, #24 doesn't work. Thanks for looking at this!
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- Post #4
- Jul 1, 2019
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Per-Preset #24

Have also found that the if there is a hold function assigned to PP#24, and then the button is held, the mini display does this weird thing where it goes to reverse video like it should when there's a hold function, but of course there's no text, just a narrow vertical stripe in the middle of...
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- Post #2
- Jun 29, 2019
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Per-Preset #24

I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong, but if I put a Per-Preset Placeholder PP#24 in any layout, on any switch, and then I populate the PP#24 definition with any function, it will not do anything on my FC. Doesn't even populate the display. Funny thing is, it won't even show up in Axe Edit - PP#1...
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- Thread
- Jun 29, 2019
- Replies: 5
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
FC-12 Direct to Layout

Add a layout link to each preset button... ignore the second controller in the manual example, the feature works with a single controller as well.
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- Post #5
- Jun 15, 2019
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Life Changing Stuff

Sadly I didn’t have any spare time to start with, so for me it’s more of a challenge to find time to play - but when I do not much else gets done, that’s for certain. And it isn’t just me - I had a guy at the house to do some voiceover work recently and he’s a pretty active guitar player with...
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- Post #15
- May 16, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Reviews
Life Changing Stuff

They do make some pretty great looking acoustic guitars, I’ve added one of their Angel 3 series to my short list. I’d also like to know more about their lap steel guitars (as if I need to get wrapped around the axle learning that...).
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- Post #13
- May 15, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Reviews
Life Changing Stuff

I had to look that one up... cool looking guitar; it seems they are no longer made? Yeah, when I want to sound "better" I unplug my IEMs and turn the monitors up really loud... Seriously though, I do often play at night through IEMs or headphones and you're right, the sound is not forgiving of...
- Bmk5140
- Post #8
- Apr 8, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Reviews
Life Changing Stuff

It really does... I feel like I now have the sonic flexibility to fully explore all of my guitar's voices. The inspiration is real; I'm taking a couple of projects in completely different directions (in a really good way) because of the capability I now have in front of me. I have lost some...
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- Post #5
- Apr 3, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Reviews
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 5.00 Beta #2

Same on my unit. Actually discovered the problem when checking out Leon’s Mark IV preset.
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- Post #60
- Mar 13, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 3.02

Agree. Blues OD is amazing.
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- Post #97
- Feb 27, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 3.02 Public Beta #2

This is an interesting idea; the global setting that Cliff put forth is the most elegant solution to satisfy both sides, but I'd like to put the following additional idea out there: leave the current pages intact and add an "authentic tone" page between the amp type and "complete" tone page. I...
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- Post #122
- Feb 24, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
FC Channels Layout

That option is there - “Smart Bypass,” check page 29 of the manual.
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- Post #4
- Jan 29, 2019
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Life Changing Stuff

I'm about a month into my Axe-Fx III journey. I've had no grief whatsoever in getting things set up and I'm happy to report no "bad" results or glitches yet (aside from some beta FW snags which are to be expected when installing beta FW). I'm not much of a guitar player - I spend most of my time...
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- Thread
- Jan 28, 2019
- Replies: 17
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Reviews
Amp reset

There's so much discussion around this resetting of the amp block that I'm surprised there isn't any definitive answer posted yet. Here's what I have found: If an update incorporates new parameters then a reset of affected (amp, in this case) block may change those parameters as their defaults...
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- Post #3
- Jan 28, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Edit III 1.00.10

Missing for me.
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- Post #13
- Jan 15, 2019
- Forum: Axe-Edit III