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  1. api4u

    Fractal Audio's library/museum of great amplifiers

    From a "gear-geek" stand-point, it would be great if photos of the actual amps used by FA could be included in either the wiki or FA manuals, just for a point of reference. 🤓🧐
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware 25.00 Public Beta #2 (Cygnus X-3 Release Candidate)

    Thanks, Cliff & crew - you never seem to rest?!?!? Can you offer any insight into this scenario: * Let's say I completely set my AFIII back to factory settings; wipe all the presets and everything back to new settings. * Then I update FW to the 25B#2 (Cygnus X-3) firmware. * Then I...
  3. api4u

    "Morning Dew" by Johnny A . on the Fractal Audio FM9

    Man, what a "feel"! Love his sense of style and chord selections. Great looping timing and setup. :artpalette:
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    AFIII Was featured by an influencer yesterday

    Digging it; love the phrasing & tone. ... also agree with the poster on the linked webpage that commented on "sounds like John Mayer" - and that's a GOOD thing... :cool:
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    Presets MASTER THREAD - AustinBuddy 1000+ LIVEGOLD TonePack for Cygnus X2

    Actually, the Pan setting in the Cab block seems okay, on my files; I think I recently reinstalled mine, and they're still at the initial settings. In the Amp block, though, the Balance is panned hard to 100.0. Hope this helps?
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    AFIII The Prince Without Horse ( my bad english is hilarious LOL)

    ...shades of Zappa... :cool:
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    Oops I modified a factory pre-set, how do I revert?

    I'll second the YouTube videos; one can learn a lot from different approaches by different users. Also, take a look at other's presets, and see what they've done. Look over the Factory presets, too. Look at the various settings, basic and advanced, to take a look at what others are doing to...
  8. api4u

    You Guys/Gals Are in for Another Treat

    Chug-a-lug, chug-a-lug Make you want to holler hi-de-ho Burns your tummy, don'tcha know? Chug-a-lug, chug-a-lug
  9. api4u

    Axe-Fx III into another audio interface

    Similar setup to some of those above. I did have some hum for a moment, a year or two ago. As best I recall it was a polarity issue with the speaker monitors. I plugged one of the monitors in with a 3-prong to 2-prong adapter to the AC power strip, which resolved the hum. As much as possible...
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    best Mission expression pedal for volume?

    My personal preference is Fractal EV-xx pedals for volume, and Mission SP-xx pedals for wah. Pick whichever features matter to you to decide which pedal from either company.
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    FS RCF ART310a Powered Stage Monitor

    Still available.
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    FS QSC K12 Powered Stage Monitor

    Still available.
  13. api4u

    FS M-Audio BX5a Studio Monitors (Pair w/ Free Shipping)

    Still available.
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    WTB Small Studio Monitors - Canada

    I'm selling these: https://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/m-audio-bx5a-studio-monitors-pair-w-free-shipping.164561/
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    FS QSC K12 Powered Stage Monitor

    QSC K12 Powered Stage or PA Monitor VG condition 1,000 watts main or stage monitor $599 shipped ConUS (Ground shipping) will negotiate price for local pickup
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    FS RCF ART310a Powered Stage Monitor

    RCF ART310a Wedge Monitor, with cordura cover VG condition - monitor 350 watt - powered stage or main monitor padded cordura cover has slight tear at side zipper; does not affect use or functionality - cosmetic great studio or stage wedge - very light for easy move-in's $499 shipped ConUS...
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    FS M-Audio BX5a Studio Monitors (Pair w/ Free Shipping)

    M-Audio BX5a Studio Monitors (Pair) Price includes Ground shipping to ConUS Good condition - used in home studio Note: these are the BX5a, not the cheaper BX5 $260
  18. api4u

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 12.11

    .... things a little slow in the FW updates dept; been what, a week or so? ..... seriously, KALE!?!? o_O
  19. api4u

    Routing USB Audio from computer to output 2?

    unix-guy, Thanks for doing that; this is the first time I've seen it, and I learned something (or maybe relearned something I'd forgotten? ;)) It's a pain to re-post, but I do appreciate it.
  20. api4u

    What is this god awful sound?

    ... and solved all within 5-minutes.... THAT's customer service! :grinning:
  21. api4u

    Would like some recommendations for powered studio monitors and headphones to use with the III

    HS8's here, as well. Great value. I'm longing for the Adam A7s and Genelecs, but have not been displeased, at all, with the Yamaha HS8's.
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    For the love of pedals: What do you use with your Axe (Show us your pedals)

    You may want to sleep on this - got some mighty fine stuff there..... jus' sayin'.... My analogue pedalboard is really similar; not using much, but not selling, either....
  23. api4u

    IRs York Audio presents the MTCH 212 in .Wav format based on Matchless!

    Buying now! Thanks!!!
  24. api4u

    Simeon Harris' amazing synth, delay and pitch presets converted to Axe-Fx III

    Aaack! Kidneys are over-rated. My wife donated one to her brother about 40 years ago, and she's doing fine with only one..... SURELY, you can get into a III for a direct-trade?!?! :eek:
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    FC - Main Screen Text Size & Brightness

    Preach on, Brother! Fractal's got bigger fish to fry. Not even a hint of a complaint on my end, just thought I was missing how to do it. I'm still a bit of an FC-newbie, and trying to get the concepts down.
  26. api4u

    Noisy Fan

    Is it "not possible" or not available from Fractal? It seems like there would be an aftermarket temp controlled fan that would do the job for $20-$30, but I'm not really up on this at the moment. I've replaced fans in all of my previous Axe Fx's, although not temp controlled, and they seemed...
  27. api4u

    What do you use as a stand to raise your Axe-Fx III?

    Not playing out, at the moment, but I used to use an amp stand turned around backwards so the slant faces towards me. Granted the screen was only at waist level, but it worked fine.
  28. api4u

    Has anyone dropped the Axe-Fx 3?

    Bummer, man! My thoughts are that as long as it ain't broke.... I think that even if you sent it in, if there were anything loose, it would be difficult to find, unless there was a specific issue to pin down and chase. No tubes in these babies! Lord forbid you dropped your Triple Rec, with...
  29. api4u

    Amp Model Specific Youtube Tutorials: Is this something you would be interested in?

    I would check it out, for sure. It's not something I would likely purchase, unless there were tons of viewers raving over it, and it offered me something beyond what I already know. Not that you indicated you were seeking payment, but I just wanted to throw that out there, just in case, to...
  30. api4u

    FC - Main Screen Text Size & Brightness

    Agreed on all counts, Rex; thanks! The part of me that wants everything organized wanted the screen brightness to be the same on all the screen, and to dim the main screen, if I dimmed the individual labels. I was also hoping to see if I could live with a smaller main screen text, in exchange...
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    Noisy Fan

    Ever had a Mesa Boogie Mk IV? ...now THAT's fan noise! I haven't hooked it up, yet, but I kept an old fan from one of my Mk IVs a few years ago to hook up for cooling off my workbench area - that's how much air they pushed..... then again, maybe it would be too noisy for my garage workshop...
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    FC - Main Screen Text Size & Brightness

    Thanks, Rex; that was helpful, but "most" of the settings are also accessible in Axe-Edit III. I don't think the Label Brightness or the contract setting settings were accessible in Axe-Edit III, from what I recall, so that was good to be aware of. As far as the text size - ok - it is what is...
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    FC - Main Screen Text Size & Brightness

    I don't "think" these are selectable, but thought someone might know for sure? - Can text size be smaller or larger, to allow more or less characters to display? - Can screen brightness be changed? (the main screen on my FC-12 is not as "bright white" as the selection label screens).
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    Axe-Fx III clean amp sounds compared to Kemper cleans

    Well, whether you decide to borrow a III for a trial, or take it out on the trail, I hope you'll drop in occasionally and leave us a little recording. I enjoyed what you've posted so far. Yeah, I've DEFINITELY been down the gear trail.... still have a few amps I don't want to part with, and a...
  35. api4u

    Austin Buddy for Axe-Fx 3: starting point?

    No - they are completely updated versions. You can load the new ones from scratch. There are a few speaker cabs, and some FC layouts that you may want to consider, as well. Read the notes that come with the presets, which explain the cab slots these should be installed in, to work best...
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    Axe-Fx III clean amp sounds compared to Kemper cleans

    Now THAT'S some chickin' pickin'! Posting that video gives us a better idea of the clean style you're pursuing. IMHO, the III is probably better-suited to this style than the original AFX's and the II were. The earlier models had a bite or harshness, or something that I wasn't able to dial...
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    [Video] Stand-In Switches explained

    Nicely presented, Chris. You've covered a lot of ground very concisely. Thanks!
  38. api4u

    Axe-Fx III clean amp sounds compared to Kemper cleans

    No rough - just fun :p
  39. api4u

    Axe-Fx III clean amp sounds compared to Kemper cleans

    Actually, be very careful with this if you are considering a possible return. It may be hard to take out on the TRAIL without scuffing it, and may not be acceptable as a return..... you should return in like-new condition, if you would like a full-refund. They are tough units, but may get...
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    Axe-Fx III clean amp sounds compared to Kemper cleans

    In my earlier life, with the previous AFXs, I was not able to bond with the clean tones, either. But I wasn't totally locked to clean tones, so it was no biggie. Now, I LOVE the clean tones, in the AFX III. I often steer to them before the OD tones. I'm not playing out, currently - only home...
  41. api4u

    Backup Faster!

    This is my third or fourth AxeFx - didn't know about the empty preset speed-up. Learn something every day with these babies......
  42. api4u

    Presets MASTER THREAD - AustinBuddy's 1400+ NAKED AMPS TonePack for firmware Cygnus X2

    Well, AB - didn't think they could sound better than the last release, but so far they do. I've only been in the Fender/Vox area so far, but liking what I hear so far. Thanks for your hard work! I know you're pretty busy; you've been very generous with your time and efforts.
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    Presets MASTER THREAD - AustinBuddy's 1400+ NAKED AMPS TonePack for firmware Cygnus X2

    Downloading.... ... and I can finally breathe again.... ...didn't want to participate in this thread for the last few days, in case AB spent time reading my comments, instead of working on the preset updates.... ;). I think I've been looking forward to this almost as much as a FW update...
  44. api4u

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 6.00 Public Beta

    Agree with Capt Nasty: this is not a "brick" situation; it's a temporary reversible condition. Cliff and Team likely took the beta down due to all the negative comments. Easier to do that, than listen to all the complaints. Forcing them to take it down really defeats the purpose of releasing a...
  45. api4u

    Adjusting levels on the fly

    Volume pedal
  46. api4u

    I'm probably an idiot...

    If no idiots share their lessons learned, there will be more of us making the same idiotic mistakes,.... hence, more idiots...... o_O
  47. api4u

    I'm probably an idiot...

    Nope - you're no idiot..... thanks for trying this so the rest of us can learn from your experience.... jus' sayin'.....
  48. api4u

    Post Your Axe-Fx III Rigs Here!

    Why, I must say those cabs & heads just look like fine furniture.... :wink:
  49. api4u

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 5.09 Public Beta

    Great way to do this. If you go this route, I'd recommend different colors for per-preset or per-global screens, to make it obvious which one we are on?
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    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 5.09 Public Beta

    NICE! I can see real value in this functionality. A comment on my end: The "Edit" state is not indicating any changes to the preset (doesn't light up) on my rig when I add, change, or delete settings, on either the Axe-Edit screen, or the Axe-Fx screen. It does seem to save the changed...
  51. api4u

    AFIII My Dad Tries the III

    Come on, now... you know it was "House of the Rising Sun" or "Gloria".... COOL DADDY-O, Leon! :cool:
  52. api4u

    Presets MASTER THREAD - AustinBuddy's 1400+ NAKED AMPS TonePack for firmware Cygnus X2

    Yes - my vote is to make the changes. This format would actually work better for my setup.
  53. api4u

    Moving presets to different locations?

    Yes, Axe-Edit is the easiest method, if you're moving a few presets. Tools > Axe-Mangage Presets, then move as you choose. If you're intending to replace entire banks, Fractal-Bot may be easier. For instance, I save the default factory presets Bank A, as the last bank (Bank F?), and use Banks...
  54. api4u

    Any bedroom only players using an Axe-Fx 3?

    Best reverb in the house!!!! Have a little pot, and flush out some new tunes....
  55. api4u

    Why would anyone sell their Axe-Fx 3 if it's so great?

    If you "really" want to know, why not PM the folks that are selling them? Since there's not really that many folks doing this, as best as I can tell, it shouldn't take much effort. If you represent yourself as an interested potential buyer, I'll bet they'll spill the beans, and tell you how...
  56. api4u

    Axe-Fest East – Boston Amp Show - April 27-28

    No kidding... and what a brute - did you see the photo of him throwing Marco Fanton around?!?! ...like Marco was a Ragdoll......:rolleyes: Congrats everyone on a great time.
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    Axe-Fx 3 Cleans much better than Axe-Fx 2? Comparison/opinion about.

    I've sold my AF2, so I don't have a direct comparison, but I believe you're correct - the AF3 clean (well, and actually probably ALL) tones are better. I struggled with my AF2 (which I haven't had for a year or so) to get a clean tone that I was happy with. Now, with the AF3, I'm happy with...
  58. api4u

    Anyone know how to work the 2290 with modulation?

    This should make ALL of your stereo guitar effects, as well any music playback you do through your Focusrite sound better. You'll be glad you asked the question :). This will open a whole world well beyond your initial effects routing question!
  59. api4u

    FC-12 plus some Expression pedals - What board will you mount to?

    I'm still waiting for my FC12, so I can't speak th that one, but I used velcro to attach my old MFC101, which has a similar weight to my board, and never had a problem. In fact, it was a bear to remove; I used a putty knife slid between the velcro layers to loosen them enough to pry them. I only...
  60. api4u

    IRs OwnHammer New Release: 212 VC30 BLUE MMMC!

    Funny thing is, back in the day, I was REALLY careful which amps/cabs I put Blues into, because they're only rated at something like 15-watts, if I remember right. Even though I knew "I" would be careful, I was always nervous that someone else might take it for a test drive in the rehearsal...
  61. api4u

    FracTool - for power users only

    Works fine on my end, w/ W10. I did have to allow the program to run, as my virus-checker tagged it as a potential threat, when I initially installed it. Not sure if this could be your issue?
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    Are third party IRs necessary?

    No, you don't "need" any of the after-market IRs; the ones in the stock AFX III are very good. Cliff and crew have selected many of what they consider the best of the best, and included them in the rig. That being said, there are many great IRs out there; the ones you mention are all great...
  63. api4u

    Expression Pedals for MFC101

    I used to use the FV500 a few years ago, and still keep one, for backup. For whammy/wah sort of effects, I use the Mission. It has the right feel. I like the Fractal Audio EV-1 for Volume/mix type controls.Better sweep and control, than the Mission, for volume use. I tried using the Mission...
  64. api4u

    IRs OwnHammer New Release: 212 VC30 BLUE MMMC!

    Ordered! Thanks!!!
  65. api4u

    York Audio "AC-212 Blue & Gold" Cab Pack is out now!

    Ordered! Thanks - been looking for this combo for awhile, now. One of my favorites, back in my Matchbox/Bad Cat/Star amp days.
  66. api4u

    Opinion - Flat v. Angled Pedalboard for FC-12?

    I used an angled board for my analog pedals, but took off my wah and volume expression pdls to play them on the flat floor; the rest I left on the angled board. I don't have an FC-xx, yet, but it looks to me like it would be handier to have a flat board for it.
  67. api4u

    FC Series Controllers Waitlist

    Check out the "FC-12 & FC-6 Controllers" subsection of this Forum. You'll get some great insights there.
  68. api4u

    5.02 is a total game changer - Austin Buddy amp users?

    Thanks, chris - these are very helpful insights. You've really concisely clarified many of my questions. I'll give this all some more consideration, and get a backup in, before I go about willy-nilly doing soft-resets on the amp blocks. I "hope" I'm not one of the folks who are reacting a bit...
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    5.02 is a total game changer - Austin Buddy amp users?

    That would be wonderful, austinbuddy. Just to be clear, though, this is where I partly disagree with Chris's statement that it is the preset seller "responsibility" (?) to update presets for future updates. I paid for the presets as they were delivered, for the current firmware in place, at that...
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    5.02 is a total game changer - Austin Buddy amp users?

    From my end, I'm a still a little confused on the whole amp "resetting after FW update" scenario. I'm only using AustinBuddy's presets in this discussion as a point of reference - it could be any presets. I happen to like AB's presets, so I used this as a milestone that many may be familiar...
  71. api4u

    First 3 days with Axe FX 3, I thought it was the worst sound ever (b/c I didn't read the manual)

    On the AxeFx IV, there will be a finger-print scan soft button on the face-screen, instead of the rocker toggle. If the fingerprint is new, all advanced settings are disabled, amp and cab settings are auto-enabled, and presets revert to defaults. Once you've achieved 100 power-cycles, you may...
  72. api4u

    Wiki: updated Amp block page

    I'll second that .... I think..... o_O. I couldn't have said it better..... :confused: Thanks, Yek!
  73. api4u

    Axe-Fx III Waitlist

    Maybe, maybe not. I'm mostly studio, currently, but still "need" a foot pedal to change parameters without stopping playing, and interrupting the work-flow. I also want it for the looper, but that is a side issue to being able to change scenes, presets, and other parameters with the foot pedal...
  74. api4u

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 5.00 Beta #2

    You're golden, man; it's ok to update FW, and continue using the latest AxeEdit. There may be a couple minor things that won't show in the Editor, related to the new updates in the firmware, but 99.99% (+/- o_O) of the AxeEdit will still work fine. There have been one or two updates, a few...
  75. api4u

    Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 5.00 Beta #2

    Wrong....It SHOULD be legal, but probably wouldn't.... :rolleyes:
  76. api4u

    The Right Factory Presets?

    I agree with bradlake, if you want to get back to scratch. Do keep in mind, though, that the "Factory Presets", while a great starting point, are not necessarily the "best" way a particular arrangement of gear "should" be set up. They are not "Defaults" to fall back on. They are a great demo of...
  77. api4u

    I use studio monitors all the time

    You're going to be wearing out "something" as long as you're using it. Might as well be your monitors as your headphones.... just kidding. Use them for what you got them for! Enjoy! Could be the other way around... you might not have an AxeFx for your monitors, or you might not have monitors for...
  78. api4u

    Non-Minimum Phase IRs

    So.... and forgive my ignorance here.... do "non-MPT" and "RAW" mean the same thing? I'm considering re-loading my cabs, to try things out, and will likely add a suffix of "MPT" or "RAW", if that's the case, so I can keep track of what I'm comparing. It would be awesome if there was an optional...
  79. api4u

    Fractal Audio DRIVE Models: Yek's PDF Guide (latest version: April 2021)

    Worked fine on my end. Win10 and Adobe Acrobat DC
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    Presets MASTER THREAD - AustinBuddy's 1400+ NAKED AMPS TonePack for firmware Cygnus X2

    Your call, of course. IMHO, though, you may be missing out on some great patches & concepts. These are some of the best patches I've tried, and I've ground through a LOT of them, over the past umpty-ump years. The layouts for the patches are well considered, and offer versatility for a...
  81. api4u

    Closed More presets

    I'd also love to have more presets. If it were simply a question of adding more memory, I'd be happy to buy more memory sticks and plug them in.
  82. api4u

    How to properly start and shut down the Axe-Fx 3?

    Wish List: Add Standby and Power switches to the amp block, controllable w/ footswitch, so we don't have to walk over to the AFX III. .....just kidding.... :p
  83. api4u

    New happy Axe-Fx III owner here

    Nice amp, there. I've had several Mark IVs, but never wound up with a basket-weave - always wanted one, but thought I'd bang it up too much gigging. Also had a TOV and ROV, but got rid of all of them, now that I have the AFX. I've kept a few amps, but don't have any Boogie, any longer. Welcome...
  84. api4u

    The joy of tube amps

    Verellen Meatsmoke - had to look that one up.... I've never come across that one. :confused: The factory website doesn't mention the weight of the head.... I guess if you have to ask...... you can't lift it....... :eek:
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    Black friday - Are all guitarists equal ?

    Yes, we're all treated equally. After we pay our original sales price, we all get the same free software and firmware upgrades, and the same free patches, and the same update IRs.... no matter how badly we play. Member since 2014, and this is your first two posts? I hope you're able to come up...
  86. api4u

    Post Your Axe-Fx III Rigs Here!

    Let me see.... picks, instrument cable, speaker cables, maybe an AxeFx manual for those moments when your brain locks up, spare strings, a few slides, tuner, an SPL meter, spare power cord, and a couple 1/4" TRS patch cables for volume & wah pedals, bit of gaffers tape, a couple highlighters...
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    FracTool - for power users only

    OK, thanks AlGrenadine. I appreciate the feedback. Any chance there will be a future ability to get a cab list for the AxeFx III?
  88. api4u

    FracTool - for power users only

    I'm trying to get a list of cabs used with each preset, in a spreadsheet format. I downloaded FracTool 3.02 last night.I'm using this on an Axe-Fx III, Win 10, fairly fast computer, with an SSD C: drive. When I select Preset->Cabs, the program takes a few hours to run through the presets, and...
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    Post Your Axe-Fx III Rigs Here!

    "Finished"...?!?! What is this word, "Finished"? One is never finished. Finished means you are satisfied that there is nothing else to be done. ....is that an extra slot in that guitar rack? It would look more complete and balanced with one more guitar, me thinks....:rolleyes: Great looking...
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    FracTool - for power users only

    Couldn't remember if, and when, I last sent a few francs for this software, so I just popped some into your account, as a small thanks for your hard work. I haven't used this a ton, but when I have, it's been invaluable. Thanks, again, for all you do, Al!
  91. api4u

    Axe FX case SKB

    I sent you a PM. Partly it's info on how I used my SKB, and partly it's a link to a used one I'm hoping to pass along.
  92. api4u

    Dialling in the Marshalls

    I've been home sick today, so it's been a Leon Todd video review day. Thanks for all you do - I pick up tidbits nearly every video!
  93. api4u

    AFIII Massive guitarsound using AxeFx 2 Friedman HBE and Rat dist

    ....was expecting Norman Greenbaum........ ;) Nice tone! :rolleyes:
  94. api4u

    Very first preset upload

    Beddez, This isn't a function I use much, so I'm not too up on it, but try: http://axechange.fractalaudio.com/help.php Hope that gets you there.
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    Very first preset upload

    Try using Axe-Edit III: Go to Tools, then Axe-Change. I haven't tried it, yet, so I'm not sure it's implemented, but start there, and see where it goes. (Never Mind- just tried it, and it says "coming soon")
  96. api4u

    Very first preset upload

    Just a suggestion - this might get more views and comments posted in the "Axe-Fx Preset Exchange" section of the Forum.
  97. api4u

    Resetting Scenes to Factory Settings

    You could make a copy of the Factory preset in a blank preset slot, then copy the Factory scene you want into the corrupted preset.
  98. api4u

    Multidelay - Tips & tricks Thread

    Leon, you look like you just woke up in this video.... is that because you never sleep?!?! Where do you find time for all this research, exploration, presentation, filming, editing and posting? .....and then there's having to know the song material, tones and licks....AND being able to play...
  99. api4u

    Funk arrangement of Pink Floyd's Money.

    who' da thunk... funk?!?! :p Nice job! Definitely get the JB phrasing comments.
  100. api4u

    AFIII Custom "Worm" Telecaster + Tweed 5F8 + SV Bass

    Nice! It's uncanny how much your bandmates resemble each other! :confused: If it weren't for the outerwear, I'd swear you were twins..... Great job of mixing, playing & toneage. Love that new fiddle.
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