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  1. fredster

    Reverb settings not saving with Reaper session?

    This was fixed in an update the day after I emailed support. So happy :hearteyes:
  2. fredster

    Reverb settings not saving with Reaper session?

    I'm finding that the plug in settings are not saved with the DAW session. I can save presets, and modify settings, but whenever I open a session, the plugin always reverts back to "REC Room A". I'm on the latest version of Reaper on PC. Does this happen to anyone else?
  3. fredster

    How To Be A Completely Bitter and Miserable Musician

    Oops...
  4. fredster

    The ultimate Axe II fan noise solution (MK1/60mm fan)

    Nice info, appreciate the write up!
  5. fredster

    Yours Is No Disgrace

    Have a look at input impedance, that's kinda close...
  6. fredster

    Going to Zappa Plays Zappa - Roxy and Elsewhere, Poughkeepsie NY 2/22 Wheeehahh!

    Just got back from the ZPZ in Kent, OH. Great Show! Ooop - what's that on stage?
  7. fredster

    Oh, how the mighty have fallen.

    Wow - I learned pinch harmonics by reading a Guitar Player interview with him and trying to learn this song: Good to see him back!
  8. fredster

    Goodbye everyone, I have just sold my Axe Fx II

    I've read the same. Here's a study suggesting too many choices is exhausting. I can relate - after a lengthy romp in the advanced tabs I have no idea what I'm listening for anymore and I have to walk away. The times I play the best is when I hit something quick and don't tweak much.
  9. fredster

    Ownhammer ultrares

    I think I've got this figured out - the Cab Pack 3 from fractal is the UltraRes Studio Mix Libraries from Ownhammer, minus the tube amp created IRs. There is an non-compete agreement that prevents Ownhammer from releasing UltraRes IRs directly,so there should be an update from Ownhammer that...
  10. fredster

    Ownhammer ultrares

    Ah, you are correct - found it here.
  11. fredster

    Ownhammer ultrares

    That certainly makes sense - guess I'm going to have to find out for myself :)
  12. fredster

    Ownhammer ultrares

    " To obtain already converted Ultra-Res IR's for a section of this collection, please refer to the FAS Producer Cab Pack 3." This sounds like Cab Pack 3 will not contain everything in the Ownhammer Studio Mix Libraries. Does anyone know what's missing?
  13. fredster

    Can current Cab-Lab process UltraRes IRs?

    I was excited about converting my RedWirez collection also, but I don't think they will benefit much. They are only around 100ms long, and thus less than the 170ms required for UltraRes. Can't hurt to try though...
  14. fredster

    About Matching Your Cabinet's Resonant Frequency

    Ok, just tried this. I'm running a Carvin 1540L into a Mesa 3/4 back with a V30. V30 specs: Resonance frequency, 75Hz DC resistance 7.3ohms Celestion tells me at resonance the impedance is around 100ohm Following Cliff's formula, I get 20*log10(100/7.3) = 22.73. Divided by 2.4 = 9.47...
  15. fredster

    About Matching Your Cabinet's Resonant Frequency

    Never mind - found my own answer. Impedance at resonance has to be obtained from the manufacturer.
  16. fredster

    Carvin DCM1540L?

    I have one and use it with a traditional cab, it works just fine. The only thing I don't like about it is that the fan blows from the rear to the front. Not a deal breaker by any means, it works just great with the AxFX.
  17. fredster

    Breaking Bad fans?

    Perfect ending to a fantastic show. Loved every minute, through two rewatches. Can't wait for the box set and all the commentaries!
  18. fredster

    Amp Default Settings Spreadsheet

    The fifth bullet under "notes" in the link he shared is what you were after. There's also a link to the spreadsheet in his signature.
  19. fredster

    NEW AxeFX III Power source revealed...

  20. fredster

    For bedroom player, CLR Wedge or Cab?

    A FRFR cab like the CLR (using cab sims) will give you the sound of a miked cabinet. A guitar cab sounds like well, a guitar cab in the room. They are different things, so keep that in mind.
  21. fredster

    Guitar Cab vs FRFR

    Oh, I don't think it's lacking at all - I think it's amazing! I actually prefer to hear on stage what's going out the FOH. My point was that a FRFR setup sounds different from a live cab, so expect those differences and choose what works for you.
  22. fredster

    Guitar Cab vs FRFR

    Perfectly stated, and very important to keep in mind. I feel the majority of complaints about the AxeFX come from folks expecting FRFR to sound like a cab in the room. With the right expectations, it's an amazing tool however you use it.
  23. fredster

    Cab question

    Restrictive? Heck no brudda! With 4CM I get it all! I love the sound of my amp, and 4CM gets me great effects in front of it and in the loop. If I want to go off the reservation and work up something completely different, I've got the amp sims to play with. The only thing I don't have is FRFR on...
  24. fredster

    Cab question

    I'll second what RDH says. IRs are more appropriate for use with a full range speaker, and represent the sound of a miked cabinet. Generally that doesn't translate too well with a cab tuned for guitar, and works better with a PA-type speaker for live use or studio monitors when recording. I too...
  25. fredster

    Blanket covered muffled with 4CM vs. non 4CM presets

    Using 4CM with a tube amp? I do this also (Mesa LSS). I think the difference is that when using your amps power section with an amp sim, there's no presence control at the physical amp (I have a presence control, but it seems to be before the fx loop). Tube power amps seem to be a bit brighter...
  26. fredster

    IR capture volume?

    Thanks for the replies folks - I was hoping I didn't need a lot of volume, sounds like I'm good to go at reasonable levels. :)
  27. fredster

    IR capture volume?

    Hey folks, When you capture cabs, how loud are you running the test signal? I don't normally play very loud, so the few caps I did were at home volume versus gig volume. Tried some loud ones too, and they both sound ok, but is there a recommendation for IR capture volume?
  28. fredster

    Retro Channel power amp

    If we've learned anything from Fractal, it's to take time estimates as estimates. :) I'm sure it'll be out when it's ready.
  29. fredster

    Mesa 50 50

    I don't know about prefer yet, in the past I've run with a SS amp (and cab) and after a while something about it made me go back to a tube power amp. But now I've been running the SS amp for a lot longer without thinking there's something missing. Time will tell, but so far so good. :) I would...
  30. fredster

    Mesa 50 50

    I have a Mesa 50/50, it does work great. Interestingly One thing I've noticed though with the recent speaker impedance improvements, is that with a physical tube power amp I have to sort of undo those effects. Since the speaker impedance parameters are intended to replicate the effects of a tube...
  31. fredster

    Retro Channel power amp

  32. fredster

    Guitar music you've likely not heard

  33. fredster

    FRFR vs. Amp/Cab

    FRFR uses cab IRs which by nature attempt to reproduce the sound of a miked cab. Not that that's bad, but you should have the right expectation. IMO, you 'll never get an FRFR solution to sound like a cab in the room. Each has their place - for gigs I use a small monitor so I can hear basically...
  34. fredster

    If you find the Univibe overall bassy there are 2 things you can try out...

    Excellent suggestions guys! You can also throw some light tube screamage after the vibe to thin it out a bit if you don't want to set the input impedence for the whole patch.
  35. fredster

    What exactly does it mean

    This thread has a Mesa EQ emulation, could be handy.
  36. fredster

    What exactly does it mean

    Dry usually means without effects. Scooped usually means lowered mids, like the classic Mesa "V" shaped EQ.
  37. fredster

    Does this ever happen to you guys/gals?

    Stop reading forums :)
  38. fredster

    Anyone have a REAL Recto patch?

    I can't give you a patch because I don't have a recto. I do have a Lonestar though, and I find I can get similar Lonestar tones running through the power section of the Lonestar. Not exact though, but I probably could given enough tweaking. I've found the new speaker resonance tab to be very...
  39. fredster

    The History and Future of Amp Modeling

    Nice article! I liken it to flangers. Once, the effect was created by physically manipulating a tape reel, then it was emulated by technology. The emulated version takes it to another level, and gives you options the physical version doesn't (depth, feedback, LFO type, etc). Now the sound it...
  40. fredster

    Whammy impro from last night gig with my band

    Nice!!! I dug it.
  41. fredster

    Atomic 50/50 & AxeII users

    Hmm... Atomic GAS in 4,3,2... hehe.
  42. fredster

    Dialing in an AXE FX II w/ VHT 2/50/2 and real 4x12 cabinets?

    Nice idea - a neutral speaker to be more compatible with different amp types. I may have to try that with my Mesa 3/4. :)
  43. fredster

    Dialing in an AXE FX II w/ VHT 2/50/2 and real 4x12 cabinets?

    Bet that's loud, and sounds great!
  44. fredster

    Atomic 50/50 & AxeII users

    Do you find the Atomic 50/50 similar to the Mesa and VHT with the Genz? I've been thinking about the Atomic as a replacement for a Mesa 50/50, but I like how the Mesa colors the sound and don't want to lose that with the Atomic. @joey The SS/tube debate rages on :) It's really up to you and...
  45. fredster

    Axe II 4 cable method

    I have to disagree also. I'm using the Axe II with a Lonestar 4CM and it is actually amazingly quiet. If it's noisy for you, check the Output pad settings as LostInSpace suggested.
  46. fredster

    Dialing in an AXE FX II w/ VHT 2/50/2 and real 4x12 cabinets?

    I'm using a Mesa 50/50 and traditional cabs. Power sims on, cab sims off. I keep the presence control down on the Mesa. Have a look at the speaker resonance tab in the amp block - since you're using real tubes and cabs some of that is overkill. I find that lowering the high resonance frequency...
  47. fredster

    Opinions on Carvin?

    I've used Carvin PA systems for years no problems. It's budget friendly, and for smaller applications it's great stuff.
  48. fredster

    Bug? Axe II output led is clipping when the actual output is at 0dB or even below

    Have you tried adjusting the boost/pad for output 1?
  49. fredster

    Custom IR comparison

    Interesting - does this mean I should be turning down the speaker resonances for my live tube amp + traditional cab setup? Yes please! I'm really not getting the speaker resonance section of the amp block at all...
  50. fredster

    mesa 2020

    I used to use the power section of a Mesa Lonestar Special, which also uses EL84 tubes. I thought it did a great job with clean and hi gain patches, I expect the 20/20 would also. This was with a guitar cab, not FRFR. I've heard the fan in the 20/20 is very, very loud though, if that matters to...
  51. fredster

    Ok....Delay and Reverb.....Series or Parallel?

    I run them parallel because I like to add some chorus or phase to just the delay repeats. Set the bypass mode of the delay to Mute FX in, and it's one button to turn off the whole chain.
  52. fredster

    Holy crap the new JVM sounds great

    Agreed - instant favorite!
  53. fredster

    AxeFxII Test Clip (MR.Z) +NGD-Albert Lee Single coil+Piezo

    I'd say you've got the right guitar. :)
  54. fredster

    Our first videoclip (18+ content) , recorded with the Axe

    Creepy old guy is creepy... Great tune!
  55. fredster

    Studio speaker/s or a tube amp for practice @ $500 little more or less for AXE-FX II

    You're talking about two very different things. Studio speakers (with the Axe cab sims on, aka FRFR) is the sound of a miked guitar cabinet. That's not the same as using the Axe as a preamp ( cab sims off) powered by an amp to a guitar cab. I think most folks lean towards a SS amp for FRFR, and...
  56. fredster

    Axe fx/fxII poweramp users - How much presence & depth are you adding?

    Mesa 50/50 - presence off, works for me.
  57. fredster

    Interesting review

    That's the guy the made this site: Axe-FX II V3 REVIEW - an unbiased review with audio and video Fractal Audio review by Tony Mckenzie. Promising a fair an "unbiased" review months before he ever tried one. Gee, no agenda there. Move along, these aren't the droids we're looking for...
  58. fredster

    Says the Producer/Engineer: Your gain sounds are too compressed...bigger tone

    Bill, I agree, I wouldn't expect anyone but a long time Axe-FX owner to know it's inner workings. :) My point was that there is no "bigness" parameter in the Axe-FX, just as there is no "bigness" knob on a traditional amp. I would expect a producer to know that, and ask for specifics. "Let's...
  59. fredster

    Says the Producer/Engineer: Your gain sounds are too compressed...bigger tone

    If he's the producer, he should know how to get the sound he wants. That's his job. That said, I think "bigness", whatever that means, is generally done with layering multiple tracks. Different cabs, mics, gain structures, guitars, chord forms, can all contribute to a full sound. I don't...
  60. fredster

    Another 3.0 FW Teaser....VIDEO Content

    That was cool - I'm at work and can't listen but I watched it remembering the solo in my head. Looked like it was spot on... :D
  61. fredster

    Andy Timmons new cd open for presale @ AndyTimmons.com

    Got mine yesterday too - the 8x10 was a bit banged up also, but still serviceable. :) Sounds great!
  62. fredster

    Power Amps

    I'm using a Mesa 50/50 with a Mesa 3/4 1x12 and also a Mesa wide body closed back 1x2. I've tried SS power amps with traditional cabs (Art, Carvin, Alesis) but I always like the sound better when running through the power section of a tube amp. I got an older 50/50 fairly cheap and I am very...
  63. fredster

    Andy Timmons new cd open for presale @ AndyTimmons.com

    Thanks for the tip! Got mine ordered as well... :)
  64. fredster

    Echoes, 9 song compilation of easy listening music.

    Well done!
  65. fredster

    Axe II mixing IR's?

    A stereo cab block, two different IRs, adjust levels. :)
  66. fredster

    Side-by-side recordings of Axe II and tube amp(s) it emulates?

    Don't forget you're comparing a tube amp + real mic with an AxeFX + cab impulse. I don't think this is a fair comparison. IMO, a lot of the negative comments about the AxeFX's sound is because of that. If this video were presented as a comparison of micing techniques against the same amp and...
  67. fredster

    Got the T-shirt today. Gen II totally smokes Gen I.

    Quite smoking, that'll do it. :)
  68. fredster

    Axe-fx II does Iron Man :)

    Nice job, very authentic!
  69. fredster

    What ever happened with Tone Merchants?

    Thanks Cliff - good to know!
  70. fredster

    Two Amps using 7 Cable Method (7CM)

    I ran 4CM with one amp through the left side of a Standard and 4CM with another amp through the right side. Worked just fine! That was just for fun, I didn't gig it that way.
  71. fredster

    How much is ebay+ paypal fee ?

    This is handy: eBay and PayPal Fee Calculator
  72. fredster

    Just pre-ordered my AxeFx-II, in the USA!!! Yesssssssssssssssssss :D :D :D

    Where did you get that info? It's not true according to Tone Merchants. Rig-Talk • View topic - Axe Fx II TM Preorder questions
  73. fredster

    active atomic amp/ power sims on or off?

    Oops - got that backwards. Yes, power and cab sims on. :)
  74. fredster

    active atomic amp/ power sims on or off?

    The wedges are intended to be FRFR, ya? so cab sims off I would think.
  75. fredster

    New Owners: What did you learn today?

    Just curious, everyone has their opinion - what did you find lacking?
  76. fredster

    So I got my Axe FX today... questions.

    You don't have the amp block bypassed do you? When you say god awful, what do you mean?
  77. fredster

    So I got my Axe FX today... questions.

    The hook up is correct. Keep the power amp sims on. Do you have the input set to front in the I/O menu?
  78. fredster

    How will the FRACTAL direct waiting list affect the PRESALE Tone Merchants buyers?

    Rig-Talk - Axe Fx II TM Preorder questions "Hey Guys, If you ordered a Axe Fx II from us your price is $2199 period. Thats what we sold them for and thats what you get. As far as when the first wave and the second wave comes in is not set in stone but our expectation is that Fractal would...
  79. fredster

    Poll: Do you plan to wait in the waiting list or pay the premium?

    If I weren't on the TM list, I would wait for the coupon. However, I did pay the premium price in '07 to jump the line for a Standard.
  80. fredster

    Wish Fractal well

    Wow. I'm on the TM list, and I never planned on laughing at anyone. Honestly, I just don't understand the drama and emotion surrounding this product release.
  81. fredster

    BOT DETERENT NEEDED

    That's what I'm saying, you don't have to be a developer, there are programs already out there to help. Personally I got one from Tone Merchants, but I'd absolutely be running something if I needed to. I don't think it's unfair, I think it's using the tools available. YMMV, IMHO, etc...
  82. fredster

    BOT DETERENT NEEDED

    Perhaps it would be more constructive to lift your knowledge up rather than drag others down.
  83. fredster

    The problem / the solution

    Indeed.
  84. fredster

    Questions about MB-50 vs Atomic Powered cab

    AFAIK, the Reactor FR series (powered or passive) is meant to run with cab sims on. IOW, it will not react like a traditional 1x12 or 2x12 cab. @zaphoid - Is the fan in the MB50 loud?
  85. fredster

    Honored to be the proud owner of the very 1st production Axe Fx II!!!!

    Looks like a regular two space rack bag -
  86. fredster

    Front panel tweeking live

    The tuner and output levels.
  87. fredster

    FX II why only one expression pedal socket?

    I've found the Auto-engage to work much better than stomp-style switching for wah. Have you tried it? You may like it and not need the extra switch.
  88. fredster

    Axe-Fx II Technical Questions Thread

    IIRC Cliff said he uses a Carvin SS poweramp (FS1200? not sure of the model) and a Mesa 4x12 wired in stereo. One half for the AxeFX and the other for the amp he's modeling. Then he can A/B them.
  89. fredster

    Axe-Fx II Technical Questions Thread

    Hmm...I wasn't complaining really, I'm very pleased with the Standard I've had for years, and have already paid for the II (TM list). IMO, most guitarists would know more about the effect on tone between a 6L6 and an EL34 than the B+ time constant or transformer drive. I'm sure a lot of folks...
  90. fredster

    We aren't all going to get "wait listed" after we buy these are we?

    The first pre-order batch of 25 ran out in like two days. They just opened up 10 more spots on a second list for the second run at the end of June.
  91. fredster

    Axe-Fx II Technical Questions Thread

    So now that we've seen all the amp parameters, I can't help but wonder why the tube type is not editable?
  92. fredster

    Just pre-ordered my AxeFx-II, in the USA!!! Yesssssssssssssssssss :D :D :D

    Thanks for the heads up biggness - I'm paid and waitin!
  93. fredster

    Axe-Fx II Technical Questions Thread

    Yes, you can also do this now.
  94. fredster

    Axe Fx II Shipping Date....?

    Careful with the expectations there, sir. He said he is HOPING to have units shipping by then. Believe me, I'm just as anxious, but I'm reading that as "Don't expect anything until June 6th".
  95. fredster

    Axe-Fx II Technical Questions Thread

    Completely possible. However, 4cm is: Guitar into AxeFX front. Amp send to AxeFX input 2 (Axe FX loop in). AxeFX output 1 to amp return. AxeFX output 2 (Axe FX loop out) to amp front input. Removing the FX block from your patch will get you there.
  96. fredster

    Axe-Fx II Technical Questions Thread

    He's saying there isn't much of an advantage.
  97. fredster

    AFX in an amp's loop question...

    Hmm.. it would seem that this is a problem with my amp's effect's loop. Seems to be allowing some of the original signal to bleep through the loop...Thanks anyways!
  98. fredster

    AFX in an amp's loop question...

    Nope, just a single row of shunts from input to out.
  99. fredster

    AFX in an amp's loop question...

    You're right, that's exactly what it sounds like, but there's only a level control on the amp. I tested the same setup with an old Quadraverb and it seems to act as expected, so I'm sure the amp is capable...
  100. fredster

    AFX in an amp's loop question...

    Hey folks! I'm using the the AxeFX in the series effects loop of an amp and hearing some odd things. For example, I set up a simple patch with no effects, just a straight signal. Amp's send to input one, output one to amp's return. Input mode is set to analog rear. With the levels all...
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