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Fryette Power Station tube power amp

I've been using the Power Station as my power amp, and own a Matrix GT1000FX 1U. The Power Station just sounds better to my ears. I love having direct access to the presence and depth controls as knobs, and for low volume playing the switches on the front come handy to compensate for the...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #52
- Jun 7, 2017
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Has the Axe-FX II Achieved 99% amp modeling accuracy?

I feel amp models are really really close to being spot on. If only the interaction between the transformers and a real cab you're using could be modeled somehow, we'd be at the 99%. IRs though are a weak link in the chain. I've been recording for the past 3 months using a Mesa 4x12 Traditional...
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- Post #117
- Aug 7, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Using Axe Fx as interface - quick question

I've been using the Axe-Fx exclusively as my audio interface for the past 2-3 years, so I can speak from experience. I usually adjust the volume using the volume slider in iTunes or Logic, but on occasion I simply run Soundflower and use that and the system volume setting to pipe through and...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #14
- May 19, 2016
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe-Fx Sighting: Kiko Loureiro (Angra/Megadeth) joins the family

kikoloureiro Megadeth Guitar IT Office#ibanez#Megadeth#dystopiaworldtour
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- Thread
- Mar 10, 2016
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Up The Irons

Yeah totally. I'm not really a big fan of their effects heavy tone on Seventh Son though, so I figured I'd stick to the classic stuff. Will give it a shot next time though, who knows :)
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- Post #9
- Oct 23, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Up The Irons

Backing track already had drums + bass + vocals, couldn't really do much about the dry vocals, although since the guy sings so good I thought it didn't really matter that it was so much "in your face" though. Thanks for the compliments on tone and playing ;)
- Alex EShadow
- Post #8
- Oct 23, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Up The Irons

Man I so wish it was lol. The vocals were in the backing track I got just, don't really know who the vocalist was. I've been working on my singing but nowhere as good as this guy.
- Alex EShadow
- Post #7
- Oct 23, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Up The Irons

Thanks! Your solo sounds pretty much right on tone wise! Congrats
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- Post #6
- Oct 23, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Melodic Death Metal

I'd classify this more as Djent than Melodeath, but maybe I'm just getting old and have listened to too much Arch Enemy and In Flames. The tones sounded great if a bit phasey, nice composition overall though. Mixing could use some work, there's something that feels off, I think it's just how...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #2
- Oct 23, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Recording tone help! Tone tests inside

Whoa the high end on the first sample almost ripped my ears out. I'd suggest you use a High Pass at 12kHz in the cab module to help tame a bit of that down. You could also make good use of the preamp tab there and add a bit of Vintage (Neve-ish), Transformer (API-ish) or Tape 50u mic preamp...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #3
- Oct 19, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Up The Irons

The new JMP-1 lends itself perfectly to Maiden renditions, so here's my version of The Evil That Men Do. I didn't save any patches unfortunatelly, but here's the technical details: Guitars: Gibson Les Paul Studio (right channel), Sterling JP-100D (leads and left channel) Amp: Axe-FX 2 Mark...
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- Thread
- Oct 12, 2015
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
What's your opinion for paying me a little bit for a patch you love to have it !

I was referring to this post for instance: http://forum.fractalaudio.com/ultra-std-user-cabs-irs/16708-impulse-response-collection.html . I love knee jerk reactions in this forum :)
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- Post #88
- Sep 7, 2015
- Forum: The Lounge
What's your opinion for paying me a little bit for a patch you love to have it !

I'm curious as to why we seem to deem Impulse Responses as legitimate sellable products, but not presets. Cabs were also free once, Cliff shared them liberally as he found them and there were (are) tons of free ones around. Sure, putting a mic in front of a cab and running a test tone is work...
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- Post #80
- Sep 4, 2015
- Forum: The Lounge
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Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 1.00 Public Beta

I think you're reading way too much in a word. I didn't mean anything bad by saying fanboyism. I just felt like I was the party pooper since I couldn't cheer along with everyone is all, and therefore I'm excusing myself. So please, read my first sentence as "I love the Axe too, sorry to crash...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #387
- Sep 3, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 1.00 Public Beta

See my reply to yek below, I didn't mean anything bad by saying fanboyism. I just felt like I was the party pooper since I couldn't cheer along with everyone is all, and therefore I'm excusing myself. So please, read my first sentence as "I love the Axe too, sorry to crash the party" Great that...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #383
- Sep 3, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 1.00 Public Beta

Hi yek! I never said my experience was authentic, and didn't mean anything bad by saying fanboyism. I just felt like I was the party pooper since I couldn't cheer along with everyone is all, and therefore I'm excusing myself. So please, read my first sentence as "I love the Axe too, sorry to...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #382
- Sep 3, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 1.00 Public Beta

Just in case anyone in this forum is interested in authentic feedback and not fanboyism about the QUANTUM beta... Little background before my rant, I've had the Axe 2 since FW6, had an AxeFx Standard before that. I've been recording stuff with it for the longest time, and have seen it go up...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #361
- Sep 3, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Pit gig in ears, no monitor, lead sounds

I have my Cabs X/Y set differently to IEMs and wedges, I tend to use a lot more motor drive, and add room and air to the IEM setting. All of those make a huge difference in feel to me, I can rock out all night long on my IEMs when they're set right. I mainly use OwnHammer cabs, ML's didn't...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #55
- Sep 2, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Hey Guyth! My Metal band did a video thing

Was I the only one thinking they have 2 bass players when seeing that 8 string? lol Great tones dude, though the production sounds heavily edited - as all modern metal is, but this one is a bit too robot-perfect in terms of timing. Liked the tune BTW, happy to hear something that is not...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #37
- Aug 12, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Setup + rack

I use an ikea hack I put together as both a monitor stand and housing for the AxeFX. It's a 79cm wide shelf (31") with 5 capita legs CAPITA Leg - IKEA. You can see it here https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1625661/Renovation/IMG_0141.JPG
- Alex EShadow
- Post #4
- Jul 1, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
AX8 - Any Updates?

Wait, Cliff didn't say soon? The world's about to end, brace yourselves!
- Alex EShadow
- Post #226
- Jun 10, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Stand Up and Shout - R.J.Dio cover

Perfect tone, perfect singing and perfect chops, congrats on a flawless cover ;)
- Alex EShadow
- Post #6
- May 30, 2015
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
Opeth Inspired Song .... Patches Included!

OPETH!!!!!!!!!! (old JP forum joke)
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- Post #5
- May 23, 2015
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Cab Pack 8 Teaser: Brit TV

If it's Brit TV shouldn't we nickname it the BBC? XD
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- Post #84
- Jan 23, 2015
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
Real VS Model collection thread :)

Assuming I capture the IR through exactly the same cab + mic + mic pre setup I use to capture the sound of the amp afterwards without moving any of the microphones nor settings on the mic pre or anything, I can't seem to get why that would be hard to do, but you surely seem to know something I...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #26
- Dec 12, 2014
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Real VS Model collection thread :)

I'm fully aware the JVM is quite far from a Plexi, and I don't expect I'll get anything Plexi-like from it. I do quite enjoy the JVM 410 green channel sim on the Axe though, and it would be usable on a day to day basis to me as opposed to a Plexi which would be a pain to use at the required...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #24
- Dec 12, 2014
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Real VS Model collection thread :)

@Severed TBH I love my Axe, and it's not a question of wether the AxeFx is GOOD or not, it's the best amp modeller out there with unbelievable customer service and never ending updates and surprises. I absolutely love it, and wouldn't sell it even if you offered me a ton of gold for it. That...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #19
- Dec 11, 2014
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Real VS Model collection thread :)

I'm pretty sure he spends his days phase flipping and trying to get no sound ;) The day that happens he'll move on from the amp block and make everything else in the Axe even more awesome
- Alex EShadow
- Post #16
- Dec 11, 2014
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Real VS Model collection thread :)

Method 1: ----------- Amp: DAW -> D/A converters -> Reamping box -> Amp -> Cab -> Microphone -> Mic Pre -> A/D converters -> DAW AxeFX: DAW -> D/A converters -> Reamping box -> AxeFx without cab sim-> Solid State FRFR Power Amp -> Cab -> Mic -> Mic Pre -> A/D converters -> DAW This method...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #14
- Dec 11, 2014
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Reamping. Logic usb workflow

I mainly crank the main output volume in logic and pull back a bit on my patch's volume in the Axe. This will also help in getting the metronome loud enough for you to not be able to ignore it :) I REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY wish Cliff would allow us to do...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #2
- Dec 7, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe FX 2 + BKP Juggernauts = Metal Paradise

Dude I love that bass tone! How are you getting it?
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- Post #5
- Apr 6, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
BROOTALZ Appreciation post

Fucking Brutal! someone had to say it :D
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- Post #44
- Apr 6, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Metallica using Axe Fx's on stage!

There's something about the Axe-FX II and EMGs that messes with the pick attack, and you can totally hear it in both Metallica recordings. It's the reason I've swapped mine away in my Eclipse, can't stand the harsh, empty pick attack you get from those. They were just fine with my M/B Mark III...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #60
- Mar 22, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
FW12.03 and EVH 5150

JamUp doesn't sound bad, though it doesn't cut through the mix like the AxeFX does. Your guitars are missing some of the high end. It's very easy to cut the top end off in the search for butter smoothness in your rhythm tracks, which sounds really good isolated, but doesn't survive very well...
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- Post #17
- Jan 16, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Friedman BE Blues

Loving the rhythm tone. Lead is a bit too throaty for my tastes, but still good. Got any pictures of that fine guitar you're playing? :)
- Alex EShadow
- Post #2
- Jan 16, 2014
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
The Offspring - The Kids Aren't Alright on v12.03

Hi all, Here's a bit of fiddling from my part. There's walls of guitar all over this, rhythm is the Brit Pre and Friedman BE for high gain + Plexi 100W Jump and Plexi 100W High for clarity. Leads are done using the Atomica High and 6160 Block. No drive pedals, just amps and guitar. Intro is...
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- Thread
- Jan 15, 2014
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
low tuned melodic death metal

Really liked the guitar tones, crunchy with the right sizzle in the top end. The mix on the other hand is too bass heavy. Suggest you listen to it on headphones for further evaluation, but to my ears, it seems you should filter out <80Hz on your kick drum to make room for your bass, cut 500Hz...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #2
- Sep 26, 2013
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
AXE-FX II 11.03 Jamzz

Didn't quite like the ambient stuff in the beginning, but loved the Santana vibe on the track you're playing that SG. Should get yourself a bass player and try the power trio thing live, gonna sound amazing! Looking forward to hearing the album.
- Alex EShadow
- Post #2
- Sep 25, 2013
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Arch Enemy Cover with Marshall + TS808

Chain: TS 808 OD (Drive 0, Tone 5, Level 9) -> BRIT JVM OD2 Green (G 3.47, B 10, M 3.51, T 3.90, P 8.42) -> OwnHammer V30 SS Studio Modern Guitars are triple tracked. Intended on a quad track but 4th string broke when recording the last one and the lead :)
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- Post #6
- Sep 25, 2013
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Arch Enemy Cover with Marshall + TS808

Name fixed, thanks :) It amazed me the fact that a Marshall (despite being a modern one at that) can do Death Metal equally well as, say, a 5150 or Dual Recto. Then again, there's always Ola and his MG15 video lol http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=be9oMgWXC3g Cheers :)
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- Post #3
- Sep 23, 2013
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Arch Enemy Cover with Marshall + TS808

I'm really getting into melodeath as of late, got a tone I loved trying to mimic the tone in Arch Enemy's Rise of the Tyrant (Fredrik Nordström produced, great stuff), not quite there, but a great(er)? tone IMO. Cabs are OwnHammer's new Marshall w/ english V30s, mostly the SS Studio Modern mix...
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- Thread
- Sep 22, 2013
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Pinch harmonics

OMG thanks for this thread! I thought I'd lost my pinch harmonics after years of not playing much metal, but with FW11 they come through as they used to back in my golden old days! It's something I've always felt was missing even since the AxeFX Standard.
- Alex EShadow
- Post #21
- Sep 9, 2013
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Adam 5x

I've listened to the Adams when I was shopping for a pair of monitors. Next only to the Yamaha NS10, they're the harshest sounding ones I've heard, especially in the upper mids which are so crucial for soloing. I personally ended up buying a pair of KRK RP6 after listening to everything they...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #2
- Aug 27, 2013
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
V11 Secret Sauce changelog?

Loving Firmware 11 so far, though since I don't have 2 Axe-FX IIs (who has that kind of money anyway?) it's hard to compare it to v10. Cliff do you perhaps, maybe, by any chance, have a draft of the release notes somewhere so we can know what to play with and be excited about? How about...
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- Thread
- Aug 3, 2013
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Iron Maiden Tone

I've gotten fairly close using the JMP-1, into stock cab #39. Keep the gain fairly high and not a much mids as you'd normally use in a Marshall. I've had to add in a Multi-band compressor to get rid of the boomy low end all stock cabs seems to have, squashing from 130 to 250Hz mostly. A touch...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #14
- Aug 3, 2013
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
PETE THORN AXE-FX II PRESETS AND CAB IR!

Thanks Pete and Fractal! Been playing the main theme in Guitar Nerd (the song) on my strat endlessly for the whole morning just appreciating the rich textures produced by those two patches. Can't say I liked them with humbuckers, but with single coils they are MAGIC!
- Alex EShadow
- Post #115
- Aug 2, 2013
- Forum: News
Get Yer 11.0 Beta Here!

I've upgraded coming from 10.06 and must say I'm really pleased. Not sure if the change is coming from the 10.12 overdrive setting or the new F11 magic, but my Fryette patches sound a lot better now. P Played quite a bit with the Mesa Marks and they're right up there with the original stuff...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #627
- Jul 31, 2013
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Firmware Version 10.12 Now Available

OMG! Boogie 5 band eq! Now if I could only place it between the pre and power amp >:) Thanks Cliff!
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- Post #52
- Jul 21, 2013
- Forum: News
What are the best cheaper headphones for the Axe-FX II?

If you've got $100 go out and get yourself either the Alessandro MS-1s or Grado SR-80s both which I absolutely recommend. If you're aiming for what people would consider more of a "normal" asking price on headphones though, the Superlux HD668B are an absolute steal at their price point ($50)...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #29
- May 13, 2013
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
WOW! I just found the BEST headphones for the money!

Been using the SR-80s for a year now. Mixing on them too! I must say they are the nicest headphones I've ever put on, including Sennheiser 595s, but I haven't heard the top end stuff like the Sennheiser HD 650 or the AKG 701 and stuff. They are absolutely awesome to use with the Axe FX, though...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #5
- Apr 21, 2013
- Forum: The Lounge
V10 Firmware

AWESOME! Updating XD Glad this came out during my 15 day money back period, no way I'm turning it in if FW10 is as good as I think it is
- Alex EShadow
- Post #56
- Apr 5, 2013
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
V10 Update

Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #409
- Apr 5, 2013
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Iced Earth / Jon Schaffer's sound

Well yeah, for the past 2 records and also Sons of Liberty he has been using the Ice Bucker, but every interview before that he states he is into Gibson guitars and does not change the pickups.
- Alex EShadow
- Post #3
- Feb 23, 2010
- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange
ULTRA FIRMWARE 11.0 MAY 9 2011

Re: ULTRA FIRMWARE 9.02 FEB 12 2009 @Cliff, first of all I'd like to kindly say thank you for taking the time and patience to replying to this message. I very much appreciate your support for the user community, as well as the effort put into your products. Thank you also for spending some...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #417
- Feb 23, 2010
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
ULTRA FIRMWARE 11.0 MAY 9 2011

Re: ULTRA FIRMWARE 9.01 Well, I'm a software developer as well, for the last 10 years, and while I do agree that limiting features -http://gettingreal.37signals.com/ch05_Start_With_No.php - and having a vision does make a difference in coming up with a truly innovative product, I can't help...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #384
- Feb 13, 2010
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
Iced Earth / Jon Schaffer's sound

Ok, so for those interested in the Iced Earth tone (i love it to death), here's some nice information I dug up on the web today: First of all, as you can see, Jon uses Marshall 1960B cabinets with G12-T75s. Redwirez are probably the way to go, but the stock 4x12 75W should be able to get you...
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- Thread
- Feb 13, 2010
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange
ULTRA FIRMWARE 11.0 MAY 9 2011

Re: ULTRA FIRMWARE 9.01 Weird thing I don't see ANY Carol Ann sim requests on the amp sim wishlist. Where's our ENGL Savage 120, or the Orange people have been asking for? :cry: Anyway thanks for the rework on the Fender amp sims, AND the Bright Switch improvement Cliff =D. Can't wait for...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #376
- Feb 12, 2010
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
Red Wire Upcoming BigBox Cabs

Hey Mo! On the ENGL, SM57 Cap 1 inch + SM57 Cap Off Axis 0.5 inches On the Mesa I usually run SM57 Cap 0 inches + MD421 Cap 1 inch. It's just freaking awesome to have the proximity effect of both mics available, the stock cabs and mic sims don't offer that. The stock SM57 is grainy and the...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #102
- Feb 11, 2010
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
Red Wire Upcoming BigBox Cabs

Mesa 4x12 and Engl 4x12 PRO w/ V30s. The Mesa has a more pronounced and articulate midrange, great for lead work, but also good for rhythm. The ENGL is just sheer rawness and is great for the "in your face" thing. Just listen to Bullet Ride by In Flames, one of the best recorded tones with...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #100
- Feb 11, 2010
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
The decision after the trail period (copy of email to G66)

You know, it's been the completely opposite way for me all the way through. I've been on Zoom gear, then Line 6 (AxSys 212, yeah I'm old), then a Boogie Mark 3 combo, and finally the Axe. With my previous rigs, I've always found myself tweaking a LOT more than playing. I would tweak for 2 hours...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #3
- Feb 10, 2010
- Forum: Ultra/Std Reviews
Savatage - Criss Olivia Tone

Definitely the JCM900 boosted with a ton of reverb. The JPM-1 in the axe might be better suited though to the recorded tone, for whatever reason
- Alex EShadow
- Post #4
- Feb 10, 2010
- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange
Amp sim requests

+ another billion. Me needs ENGL for Br00talz and power metal happyness
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- Post #561
- Feb 9, 2010
- Forum: Ultra/Std Wish List
Drive Block "Mix" level?

On bass sounds I like adding a bit of TS 808 at 30%. Compresses nicely and makes it fit better in the mix
- Alex EShadow
- Post #8
- Feb 2, 2010
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
Stuff to remember - Trying to reproduce exact recorded tones

Usually the final 5% depend on having the original mix playing along with you without the guitars. If you try playing to master tracks you'll see that it's a lot easier to achieve the desired tone, without nowhere as much effort as when playing solo
- Alex EShadow
- Post #7
- Feb 1, 2010
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
First Axe-Fx + Metal Foundry experiment! A new song!

Very honest and full sound you got there. It's missing some of the high mid bite though. I'd boost around 3.5k Loved the synthy lead theme. Edit: Had my iTunes EQ totally screwed trying to fix a friend's guitar tone and listened to yours through it (doh!) and thought it lacked highs
- Alex EShadow
- Post #7
- Jan 11, 2010
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
Will tubes go away??

I don't think the Reactor has its own forum, so if someone plugs in some Fratomic review content, I wouldn't say this is off-topic. Anyway, great AxeFX review here, and I keep thinking that tube amp simulation is only the tip of the iceberg when exploring software-based sound shaping for...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #37
- Dec 27, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Reviews
Axe-FX does some more metal :twisted:

+1. John Schaffer's tone on the Dark Saga album is just insanely cool. I don't know if he had his Larry amp already back in the day, but the tone in the clip did get somewhat close. It's missing some high end bite IMO. Still good enough to get me wanting to program drums for you just to hear how...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #14
- Dec 22, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
Amp sim requests

I'm amazed no one mentioned Krank yet. Although the Savage 120 is my #1 request, I'd love to have a Krank Revolution model in the AxeFX as well, with their unique MID contour control modeled as well. +1 on the VHT Pitbull, they're awesome sounding. As for Blind Guardian, you definetly know a...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #539
- Dec 18, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Wish List
WHY would I need the ULTRA? PRACTICAL COMPARISON (=examples)

I have a standard, and the two things that get me lusting after an Ultra from time to time are the Multiband Compressor, which I'm using more and more on my mixes lately, and the synth for some cool stuff (you can even pull a metronome out of it and the LFO). That said, I hardly ever get to max...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #22
- Dec 18, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
Let the Axe Fall - V9.0 Powerball Power Metal Cover

Hahaha guess I'll have to cut one ball off before going into power metal high pitched screams area. I recorded vocals just to make it a full mix and practice my mixing skills. My power metal project will be recording a demo early next year, and I'll mix it, so I'm getting used to mixing the...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #8
- Dec 15, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
A/B Red Wire Mixed IR compared to Axe-FX Stock Greenback412

+1 I've been trying to get a good recorded tone for some nice 10 years now, and getting the mic moving part of things from the "real world" into the "digital world" makes things a LOT easier. Sure you can't get that very specific 0.1 inch adjustments, but you can get close enough. One thing...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #34
- Dec 11, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
Let the Axe Fall - V9.0 Powerball Power Metal Cover

Thanks for the nice words! I have never played a real ENGL, although I've heard them live several times. Key trick with the Powerball is that using too much amp drive with it kills the amp. Also the master volume is an important factor to "clean up" the mud. The treble control is also quite...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #3
- Dec 10, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
Let the Axe Fall - V9.0 Powerball Power Metal Cover

Hey All, I've been fiddling with the only ENGL model in the AxeFX so far, the Powerball, and trying to get a nice power metalish tone in the vein of Angra or Hammerfall, both of which use the Savage 120 head (Wishlist!!!). After 3 weeks tweaking and comparing recordings, I've come far enough...
- Alex EShadow
- Thread
- Dec 10, 2009
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
Amp sim requests

Speaking of Dream Evil, just found out that In Flames' Clayman is also the Savage. I just recently (yes I'm totally late) discovered In Flames and am addicted to the Clayman rhythm sound. +1000 on the Savage once more.
- Alex EShadow
- Post #529
- Dec 5, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Wish List
Important question for Cliff or a very kowledgable user

One idea worth trying is running the CAE with sag set to 0 (no power amp sim), then input it through the Tube Pre sim, and adjust its power amp parameters akin to the ones in the JCM sim. Worked well enough for me with the Mesa MarkIIc+ through JCM800 for the Master of Puppets sound.
- Alex EShadow
- Post #3
- Nov 22, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
Amp sim requests

The new Euro2 model sounds a lot more like the Legacy I've heard than before. Anyway it would be nice to have it. My wishes: ENGL Savage 120 Lead Channel and maybe Crunch 2 Why? It's the go-to amplifier for 90% of the 90's power metal bands. Some examples: - Angra - Angels Cry -...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #523
- Nov 22, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Wish List
Does anyone have any good Bogner IRs to share?

+1 AND it's open source
- Alex EShadow
- Post #9
- Nov 21, 2009
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
After 9.00, Only thing missing now is...

I guess the "airyness" everyone's missing from the cabs in the AxeFX comes from the fact that it is limited to 1024 samples, thus, as Jay has stated several times, NOT reproducing any reflections. Every recording we've done or heard with real cabs and mics, does have room reflection in, and...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #26
- Nov 21, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
What is the deal with the mic model?

I've been stuck with the "none" thing for a while, probably until the V7 firmwares. After Cliff reworked the cab models though, I find it really useful to mix and match mic and cab sims. I tend to use the R121 the most, since it sounds stupidly warm and upfront, although it doesn't sit all...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #16
- Nov 21, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
Paul Gilbert style patches?

Before V9 was out I had a nice Mr. Big-era patch using the Euro2 sim with an active tone stack. Since Euro 2 was completely remodeled, it doesn't work all too good anymore. Anyway, from what I 've asked Paul back in a clinic I played alongside with him (he used to allow the organizers to invite...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #2
- Nov 21, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange
Richie Kotzen-fooled again

You've got it pretty close, although it's lacking a bit of bite in the high end, and a little too much in the lower mids (~700Hz and 300Hz). Just eq those out, boost 4KHz a bit, and it should get you exactly the original tone. Great playing! Best, Alex
- Alex EShadow
- Post #4
- Nov 20, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
Fratomic

In all honesty, i can barely hear the difference between your clips due to youtube sound quality + cam mic. A lot of users probably are wondering what you tried to answer: Is it worth it to go FRFR or keep their power amp + cab. I don't really think a video camera could faithfully reproduce the...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #2
- Nov 19, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
My try at Dream Theater's Dance of Eternity

Definetly jaw-dropping. Both playing and Tone couldn't be more accurate. It also reminds me that as much as I like to listen to Petrucci's tone, I don't like the feeling of it for playing. Just went through the stock preset and felt that same way. It's weird that I always thought his tone on...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #12
- Nov 19, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
V9 Vai-style Bogner

Nah healthy baddd candy gooooood. More like Mentos... maybe Footos? :lol:
- Alex EShadow
- Post #10
- Nov 19, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
Ker-ang and sweetness - JCM800 and Matchless with RedWirez

Oh forgot to mention I meant Mesa Mark series by "Mesa" models. The rectos are sounding better, I could work on a good Petrucci Images & Words sound with the RECTO RED sim yesterday, which I thought was totally hopeless back on the good old 8.0 days. It's a goddamn RECTUM FIRE after all.
- Alex EShadow
- Post #21
- Nov 19, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
Ker-ang and sweetness - JCM800 and Matchless with RedWirez

Hey Scott, The JCM clip sounds awesome, you've really nailed it, and it's sounding a lot better than the previous demos of your RedWirez-powered tones. Can't judge a lot the Matchless, but it does sound good. I'm a Metal guy, and as far as clean sounds go, I prefer 90's "sterile" almost...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #17
- Nov 19, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
V9 Vai-style Bogner

@Scott Flattered by your comments man. I've been using your patches for a looong time and your review was one of the reasons I got the Axe in the first place. @yek Fractastic! Cliff really raised the bar AGAIN with the new firmware. Best since 7.04 definetly. @VidarAus, @iaresee There you go...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #6
- Nov 19, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
V9 Vai-style Bogner

http://alexmreis.com/mp3/erotic.mp3 Improved Euro 2 model on the V9 firmware, freaking awesome! Running it through the 4x12 Cali cab with SM58 and R121 A little mid-heavy as usual for me. My LTD Eclipse does have it fair share of midrange, but most of it comes out of my fingers and tonal...
- Alex EShadow
- Thread
- Nov 18, 2009
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Ultra/Std Recordings
Post Your Rig!

@Kramer_5150 Holy shit dude, now that's AxeFX on full blown 5.1 haha! Wish Cliff would add a 5.1 mixer for digital only output (maybe downscalable to 4.0 with analog outs?)
- Alex EShadow
- Post #135
- Nov 15, 2009
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
Can you match this liquid Mesa tone? I can't - need help!

There goes the patch that I used for Paradigm Shift. Hope it helps you out. If you're using a EBMM JP or any other guitar with passive PUPs you'll probably want to turn up the presence on the amp a bit. http://alexmreis.com/mp3/013%20-%20LTE%20Rhythm.syx John Petrucci Rhythm sound in LTE. Fine...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #17
- Nov 12, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange
Can you match this liquid Mesa tone? I can't - need help!

Thought I'd plugin a sample of what I've achieved so far with the Axe. CAUTION - VERY BAD AND SLOPPY PLAYING INSIDE lol: http://alexmreis.com/mp3/paradigm.mp3 My (Horrible) take on Paradigm Shift.
- Alex EShadow
- Post #14
- Nov 12, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange
Can you match this liquid Mesa tone? I can't - need help!

Also forgot to mention that the SM57 in the Axe is useless, because what makes it a good mic for guitars is its proximity effect, and the Axe model doesn't seem to have that. Also the MD421 on the axe has the Bass Rolloff swtiched on apparently, and also no proximity effect. All in all you're...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #13
- Nov 12, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange
Can you match this liquid Mesa tone? I can't - need help!

I've given up the whole JP tone thing a while ago. My hands (or maybe my ears?) are too fond of upper midrange for me to sound like JP, even though I love his tone, specially on LTE1 and FIY (Kindred Spirits and Peruvian Skies being my fav). I like his lead tones, but the rhythm tones are what...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #12
- Nov 12, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange
ADA MP1 3TM patch anyone

Gave the patch a try comparing to Skid Row's Youth Gone Wild, has WAY too much gain for rhythm. Had to take the amp gain down to 2.5 / 3.0. Also lowered the drive MIX to 80% (now try that with a real pedal :twisted: ) since the sound was too upper-mid heavy, probably because I'm using EMG...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #12
- Nov 12, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange
Front vs. Rear Input Question

60 and 81 mainly. So they've got the same output as passive eh? So I guess the high end sizzle I can't seem to reduce is indeed a EMG problem alone, and not something made worse by the Axe. Plugging in the rear makes it sort of go away though, but it also looses a lot of gain. Guess I have to...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #79
- Nov 11, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
Global EQ frfr atomic

Actually the "PASSIVE" tonestack varies along with the model, providing a faithful reproduction of the amp's original tonestack. ACTIVE OTOH is a fixed 3-band active EQ. The named tonestacks are for mixing-and-matching tonestacks other than the amp's original one. Say, if you change your amp...
- Alex EShadow
- Post #14
- Nov 10, 2009
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Billy Duffy's (The Cult) tone on Love Removal Machine

My bad, confused Electric and Sonic Revolution because I thought Rick Rubin's one was Sonic Revo. Gonna give those a shot. Didn't try adding an OD pedal since the sound is pretty much clean, but who knows? =) Thanks all for the replies
- Alex EShadow
- Post #6
- Nov 9, 2009
- Forum: Ultra/Std Preset and Cab Exchange