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    NGD: Epiphone Alex Lifeson LP

    Those seem as rare as hen’s teeth. I can’t figure out why they don’t make another run or three of these guitars. Happy NGD!
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    USB audio: all of a sudden--> no sound

    Thanks. My FM9 is my interface.
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    USB audio: all of a sudden--> no sound

    So, I do any changes (preset building, tweaking, etc.) in FM9-Edit. This is where I implemented the solution, as well. As soon as I changed USB Output Mapping to Out2, there was the sound. Nothing else seems to have changed...that I have discovered, anyway. Now, the FM9 is working as it should...
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    USB audio: all of a sudden--> no sound

    I have had a chance to sit down this am and go through all of the info you all have posted again. The solution: USB Output Mapping had changed back to default (1/2->Out1). I had previously, months ago, changed it to 1/2->Out2. @GlennO did hit on that earlier in the this thread, @Admin M@ How...
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    USB audio: all of a sudden--> no sound

    As I noted in the OP, the Jetcab preset I attached is one that I made months ago. It allowed me to route the audio from USB to Out2 or Out1 or both. It worked other than the occasional FM9 glitchy/distorted audio that has been reported elsewhere here and was fixed with a reboot. The current...
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    USB audio: all of a sudden--> no sound

    To be clear, I changed no settings. None, zero, nada changes to settings. usb audio worked fine two days ago when i powered everything on as normal. Today, usb audio does not work. I'm going to check the settings you suggested to see what they are. I believe that the FM9 firmware/software is...
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    USB audio: all of a sudden--> no sound

    Thanks. I'm on a Mac though. I'll see if there is anything similar for Edit on Mac
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    USB audio: all of a sudden--> no sound

    I've had my FM9 hooked up in a format that works for me for several months. No unhooking of any cables or moving the unit around. Today, for whatever reason, no sound is being passed through USB to Out2 which is where my nearfields are hooked up. I have sound through output 1 (I can hear music...
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    Layout switching.. buggy for anyone?

    It happens to me most regularly on the third button from the left. I don't know why it might be related to a single button as it's not a PP/override or anything like that. It's random and annoying. Would be nice if the Company worked to get FM9 up to speed on bugs like this and the other tweaks...
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    Layout switching.. buggy for anyone?

    I've had this happen a few times as well. Would be nice if Fractal would chase this bug down and stomp it.
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    Speaker drive and compression - what value is closest to the real thing?

    Fixed. Thanks. Though I have to laugh that "u" "mustv" have felt the need to correct my spelling typo.
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    Speaker drive and compression - what value is closest to the real thing?

    LOL. Seriously? You are a decorated veteran of the Input Impedance Wars and you are surprised that people want to argue down a good idea? C'mon!
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    Harmonizing leads with the FM9

    Hi. Is the modifier you speak of setup on a Control Switch for activation or some other way? Thanks
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    Rush - Alex Lifeson

    I thought I'd post my take on a FM9 preset that covers some older era Rush. I use either a super strat style with Duncan JB in the bridge or a Les Paul. This preset works for FRFR on out 1, nearfields on Out 2 and (no IR) direct out to a power amp and guitar cab for Out 3. Enjoy...
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    AFIII Preset Of The Week - Limelight M@!

    Will this work in the FM9? I guess I need to download and try when I get home.
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    Cliffs of Dover Preset (Ah Via Musicom recorded tone)

    Nice job! Will check it out. Thanks!
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    Generally Unsatisfied With Tones - Advice?

    Imho, one needs some volume (like 85+ dB or more) from the monitoring speaker to start getting good tones. The quieter I play through actual speakers (vs. headphones), the worse the sound for most tones. Maybe consider lowering the pickup height a bit. Use different presets for headphones vs...
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    Wish Acoustic Guitar Simulator

    +1
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.02

    Thank you for the thoughts. I am still on the Fractal defaults for that setting. I was cycling the switch with several seconds in between as it takes a bit of time for the Rotary ramp up/down to occur. I might go in and make increase the time a little from the default setting though and see if...
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.02

    Yes. I have noticed this. I have an Effects layout with the Rotary tied to a CS (hold = on/off, tap for speed up/down). When tapping every few seconds, sometimes the FM9 will suddenly switch to Scenes layout. I'm wondering if it's that button, the CS override, the Rotary block or some other issue.
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.02

    Still getting the occasional distorted signal output from the FM9. It hasn't been as bad but has happened twice in the past week. Last night, Output 1 was significantly lower in volume and had an intermittent crackling. Another issue was Output 2 (going to monitors) started fine and then after a...
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    Recommend a bass cab Ir with a deep tone

    Acme, used market. Also some Eden cabs. Talkbass.com is your friend for this.
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    So, Elon did it!

    Hi. Why are you quoting my post from awhile back, from a different thread/context, in this Twitter thread? My post had nothing to do with Twitter...........?????
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    Weatherproofing

    It would be interesting to know what The Artist ended up using in the other thread. @Admin M@ can you elaborate on the end result? Thanks.
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    FM9: screw size for rubber end bumper/feet?

    @Admin M@ Is there any way to know if this is the correct screw length (6mm) for the FM9 rubber bumpers? Mine is missing the two front screws (one at each end) as seen from the front view of the unit. These are the screws that hold the bumpers (end caps) onto the FM9? I'm hoping I can pick up...
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    FM9: screw size for rubber end bumper/feet?

    Oh, thanks but what I mean is, the screws that actually keep the FM9 end bumpers attached to the FM9 itself. I use Dual-Lock to secure the FM9 to my DIY board. I'm guessing that these screws were not fully secured during FM9 assembly and/or got missed. I haven't gigged or otherwise transported...
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    FM9: screw size for rubber end bumper/feet?

    Thanks! I'm guessing they are pretty short LOL Presumably, would be the same length as other screws in the end bumpers?
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    FM9: screw size for rubber end bumper/feet?

    I happened to be down on the floor, putting my FM9 on my pedal board and I noticed that the screws on the front of the unit, at each end, are missing. I have never opened or modified the unit in any way and I would like to obtain the proper size screws to replace. Does anyone have that info...
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta 2

    Yes. Idle curiosity is why I asked. I’ll give a few more people the opportunity to go first on this new beta LOL.
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta 2

    Out of curiosity, does anyone know what happens if one were to load a beta 2.01 preset in v1 firmware? I'm not sure I'm ready to update to another beta yet but have some presets built in the betas that have setups I'd like to use. Will the presets just not work or will they "break" something in...
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta

    I feel your pain for sure as I have experienced numerous issues with first FM9 (that was replaced by Fractal) and second FM9 as well, that seems more software/firmware related. I just rolled back to firmware v1 last night. I haven't had time to do anything but verify that a few presets work (eg...
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta

    IDK what their "process" is. Second beta is arguably worse than the first beta. I trust that Fractal is going to do what they think is best for their business. As they should. When beta/firmware updates introduce lockups, freezes and blasting noise from outputs, I feel that fixing that is more...
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta

    I was.unable to get past step 1 of this procedure. Posting for anyone else thinking of rolling back firmware. edit: I found the "block library log" on my Mac at: Documents/Fractal Audio/FM9 Edit deleted the log contents. powered on the FM9 and then had to delete the log again. Then I FracBotted...
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta

    I won't pretend to know the mac side any longer. I did own a mac but when it died I switched to the "dark" side. It used to be here :/Library/Application Support/Fractal. Not sure if it is anymore. [USER=51542]@dean701 I'll check that location when I get home. Thanks! I thought that since...
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta

    Thank you. I'm on a Mac though. I did "replace" the V2 FM9 edit though. No doubt it was Operator Error somewhere but who knows.
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta

    So, I rolled back to firmware v1 and promptly got the "block library error". All the presets on the unit are showing as empty. Refreshing after rollback didn't help. Fm9 edit is the V1 as well. Preset manager shows all my preset names but nothing on the unit. Did a Fracbot restoration of first...
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta

    While I understand your point of view, I'll just add this: Fractal is a business. While it may seem counterintuitive to some people to have real problems discussed (repeatedly, sometimes), it can only HELP the business by improving the product. I'm not rubbing in the misses, I'm vocalizing a...
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta

    no one directly said: "shut and be happy", that is true. It's the way that some people here pile on with their comments when people bring up issues. This forum is known around the 'net to be populated with some people who are like that. Doesn't do the Fractal brand any favors, IMHO. I am not...
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta

    You don't know my particular circumstances with the FM9. The first FM9 I bought from Fractal, after extensive troubleshooting on this forum and by Fractal CS, was determined to be defective and had to be returned/exchanged for another unit. That was a frustrating experience given some of the...
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta

    No, I get it....it's beta so anything could happen. However, I think that even a cursory review or play-through of these sims prior to release of the newest beta would have shown the radically different sound? I dunno....I think it's back to v1 or into the box and out the door.
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta

    Yeah. I can't imagine why FM9 owners are a little anxious, given they have spent at least ~$1700 for this item. For many people, that is a lot of coin and maybe they just would like to have a modeler that doesn't lock up randomly or suddenly generate loud noise or distortions from the outputs...
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta

    Ok. Thank you for confirming. I wonder how something that obvious made it out the virtual door?
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    FM9 Firmware Version 2.01 public beta

    Ok I just updated to 2.01b. I had to do the firmware update twice to get it to actually update. Process was fast though. However, my marshall tones sound significantly worse afterwards. Sounds like the lower part of the sound spectrum is almost clean while the upper frequencies sound gainy and...
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    Should I buy used?

    I boughtan FM3 and an AX8 twice, used. No issues. Worth it in my book, if you need to extra features.
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    FS buttons stop working

    I know it’s beta…. That’s why i said “beta” in my post. People that bought the FM9 would like to feel confident that it won’t lock up or have other issues at an awkward moment. Just because no more FM9s can be sold atm, due to supply chain issues, shouldn’t mean those on the market already...
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    FS buttons stop working

    Various ghosts in the FM9 machine. Today, I had an audio routing problem with mine. Was working fine yesterday and today, powered on and no signal coming from Out 1 and 3 and only distorted sound from out 2. Reboot fixed it.....this time. Fractal needs to sort these random bugs that people keep...
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    FM9 startup hanging with beta 2.0?

    I've experienced the bootup issue and the static.
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    Let's see those FM9 rigs!

    Very nice. I’ve been looking for XLR boxes like that and in/out port plugs but can’t seem to find online. Can you tell where you sourced them? Thanks!
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    Stuck on Boot Up Screen

    Yep. This happened to me last night. Latest Beta-ware.
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    Acoustic guitar sound hole pickup issue

    I bought a sound hole pickup to place in my old Gibson acoustic guitar. I plugged the 1/4" cable from that to the Input 2 on the FM9 running a signal chain of Input2-->vol block-->comp1-->GEQ1-->Cab1-->Output 1-->CLR Neo Mk2. I also had a delay and a reverb in parallel, after the cab but before...
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    Acoustic IR suggestions

    There are some floating around the web. I'm not affiliated with any. http://acousticir.free.fr/spip.php?rubrique2 https://www.thegearpage.net/board/index.php?threads/free-ir-files.1552290/#post-19637560 https://producelikeapro.com/blog/best-guitar-impulse-responses/ (might be some...
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    FM9 killed it this weekend!

    I've seen several people mention the 3Sigma IRs. The thing is, on the 3Sigma website, they state: "Instantly transform your acoustic instrument into a miked up masterpiece of the most sought after brands on top of the line gear" These seem to be designed for use with an acoustic guitar, not...
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    FM9 killed it this weekend!

    Very cool. Could you please elaborate on the signal chain and IR you used for the acoustic-ish patch. I have been trying to figure out a decent solution to this. Thanks!
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    hearing a sort of "stiffness" or "hardness" in FM9 tones

    I've noticed this more since updating to latest firmware/beta. Curious what anyone else does to compensate for this. Looking around the wiki/manual it seems there are some Bias and Bias Excursion options that can be tweaked. The explanations are somewhat tedious to read through for what each...
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    FM9 locked up while switching Cabs

    After power cycling the FM9, I went back through the IRs again. I believe that it’s a case of how fast one is switching between IRs. I was giving several seconds between switches, but the FM9/FM9 Edit connection must require a longer time. In short, it’s not the IRs per se, I believe it’s the...
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    FM9 locked up while switching Cabs

    A mix of Factory and User (RedWirez was the actual one I landed on when the FM9 locked up). These Redwirez are IRs that I have used in other modelers, including an AX8 and Helix.
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    FM9 locked up while switching Cabs

    I used my guitar to record a 10 second loop on my FM9 for the purposes of auditioning various cabs. I found that switching between cabs has resulted in the FM9 locking up while generating a very loud, continuous tone. The tone sort of reminded me of the sound generated by old Win PCs when they...
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    is there a scene revert on/off option on FM9?

    yes. IIRC it's in the setup area. Can't recall exactly where.
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    Brand new FM9 out of the Box making a pulsating sound out of the left side only

    I had to return my FM9 to Fractal due to problems with it, within the 14day window. Waiting for a replacement with fingers crossed. You should definitely reach out to Fractal support. Good luck.
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    New FM3 but no output from OUT 2

    If one doesn’t want to be able to have different monitoring solutions available without recabling, then yes, no splitters needed. To maximize the flexibility of the FM3 out, splitter cables required. No worries, just thought I’d chime in with what worked for me.
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    New FM3 but no output from OUT 2

    This is a big shortcoming of the FM3, imho. You need xlr splitter cables to make this work. I had a thread on the exact same thing at TGP. It’s a kludge, but it works. https://www.thegearpage.net/board/index.php?threads/fine-ill-try-it-fractal-fm-3-in-the-house.2300521/
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    Layouts: saving and importing into presets

    Thank you for your time and explanation. I understand where you are coming from. That sort of perception, as I described, can really alienate people new to a device and/or brand. I've been around forums for 15 years so I have a thicker skin. Anyway, bygones are bygones. My FM9 is boxed up with...
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    Layouts: saving and importing into presets

    While I appreciate your efforts to help me and the time you are taking to type it out, I think you might be missing the forest for the trees. The whole reason for my confusion has been that the Layouts were not acting "globally" in my FM9. When I was modifying say, Layout #2 to what I wanted to...
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    How to add 'Spillover' for solo's to ring out?

    Leon Todd had a brief mention of that very scenario in his YT video on setting up switches. google it. The way I have done that in past, is to set up and identical Snapshot/Scene right next to the Solo button. I simply copy the same settings as Solo but add in a second Delay with really long...
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    Layouts: saving and importing into presets

    I would be on Preset #2 for example, and Layout #2. Then Export that layout (with a custom name) to a backup folder. Then I would go to say, Preset #5, Layout #2 and Import that Layout into the #2 slot. Same for Layout #3. I have seen the Layout Links section on FM9 Edit, but I have not done...
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    Layouts: saving and importing into presets

    Right. So, I'm wondering why my (previously saved) imported Layout doesnt function the same in different presets. Not using PP placeholders or over rides, either.
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    Layouts: saving and importing into presets

    Ok but what about the imported layout not working correctly. For example, Switch 7 I have assigned to go to Scenes layout and hold function is Effects layout. Switch 9 preset +1 switch 6, preset -1, etc. these don’t populate the same in a new preset as they do in a prior preset. I am not using...
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    Layouts: saving and importing into presets

    I’m unsure if this is normal behavior in the FM9. Say I tweak a preset with my own layouts and even throw in some Per Preset switch over rides. Now, I export those layouts with custom names. Next, I build a new preset but decide I want it to have the same Custom layout(s) I just made and saved...
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    FM9: routing USB audio to nearfields and guitar to PA wedge?

    I looked at them last night. L and R are both showing strong signal. As I noted, I plugged the very same cables into Output 1, and heard sound from both speakers (with no other change). I’m gonna reach out to Fractal customer Service I guess. Bummer!
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    FM9: routing USB audio to nearfields and guitar to PA wedge?

    @GlennO I have spent some time today working with your suggestions. I hooked up my nearfields to Output 3, Atomic CLR to Output 1. Unfortunately, no matter what I do, I can only get audio in one nearfield speaker on Output 3. I've checked and rechecked the routing in my Mac, all of the FM9...
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    FM9: routing USB audio to nearfields and guitar to PA wedge?

    Thank you. I will check out this method. Please see my second post in the thread about how this works in practice (for my use case). Ability to route the audio wherever I want is a very handy feature.
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    FM9: routing USB audio to nearfields and guitar to PA wedge?

    So, you're telling me that the way I've been enjoyably using my gear for the past 5 years and that I'm asking if FM9 can replicate, is all wrong? How silly of me to use my gear in the way I want to use it and enjoy it. Thanks so much for setting me straight while not answering my question. SMH.
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    FM9: routing USB audio to nearfields and guitar to PA wedge?

    Having that capability is a nice feature with Helix. It is easy to route audio to whatever combination of monitoring you want to use. If I have a song to learn and can turn up some, I can add the nearfields to open up the sound field instead of just a single mono source for audio. In that...
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    FM9: routing USB audio to nearfields and guitar to PA wedge?

    I've been looking at the manual and not sure if there is a way to do this. I would like to be able to route signal as follows: 1. usb audio (youtube video, mp3, etc) and guitar to Atomic CLR wedge and nearfield monitors, or 2. usb audio only to nearfields (no guitar) and guitar only to Atomic...
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    Practical questions Helix to FM3

    I am a long term Helix user as well. IMHO, it's not a matter of "reducing/comparing" the Fractal gear with the Helix in a competitive way. Coming to the FMx is a very different way of looking at setting up the device. With Helix, you can mix and match Snapshots and effects on/off. So, I can have...
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    FM3 locking up.

    Do you recall what the IR was?
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    FM3 locking up.

    To be clear, I did not get as far as actually trying to select an IR. Simply clicking on the Picker in the cab block resulted in consistent lockup. Once I started the save, step, save, step, save method I outlined above there were no problems building the preset. If it was a bad IR, would the...
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    FM3 locking up.

    Hello and thank you for your thoughts. I am on the latest versions of FM3-edit and FM3 firmware. I was able to get this to work by adding and In and Out block, SAVE. Adding "connector" between them and SAVE. Basically, I began SAVing after each addition of a Cab, then Reverb, then delay, etc. No...
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    FM3 locking up.

    I've been searching online and I see that there have been some reports here about the latest firmware and potential for random lock-ups. My situation might be a little different as I am attempting to build a preset from scratch with the FM3-edit via Mac. I can successfully place an Input and...
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    AxeFx Ultra: can it be readily controlled via midi by Helix (3.11)?

    I tend to use presets that I can cover most/all of the ground I need for a given tone/sound/artist in one preset as I have Helix set up for Snapshots but with a button push, can access the underlying menu of individual effects to add and subtract as needed. The Ultra would be integrated for...
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    AxeFx Ultra: can it be readily controlled via midi by Helix (3.11)?

    OK Thanks! As I already have the Helix and it has many great routing and control capabilities I just wanted to have a single source for control instead of having two (relatively large) control boards. I really have a fairly simple use for the Ultra so I'm hoping it won't be a ginormous PIA to...
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    AxeFx Ultra: can it be readily controlled via midi by Helix (3.11)?

    I've been looking around the AxeFX WIKI, google searching online, etc.I haven't really found much about the older units being MIDI controlled by the current or at least later Helix firmware. Presumably as they both have the right in/outs, it will work but I am wondering if perhaps anyone has a...
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    What wireless unit are you running with the AX8?

    Line G50. Works great, no issues.
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    Live-In Pedalboards

    I think it's this one: http://www.rondomusic.com/product7487.html
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    Live-In Pedalboards

    I also have Rondo Music case. Works well enough but is not touring heavy duty, though. Great for the price, for me.
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    Clapton Tweed Twin.....?

    Thanks for the info. I'm aware there isn't a Fender issued KU twin amp. I just meant the one modeled by Fractal that is/was owned by KU.
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    Clapton Tweed Twin.....?

    I've been using and liking the Keith Urban twin model in my AX8 but was wondering (looking around) about whether or not one could make some changes to the KUTT sim and make it more like the ECTT model. Anyone have any pointers on that? I'm not really certain what the circuit differences would be...
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    Scene Quick Question

    Glad this thread popped up. I need some guidance on this as well and will be checking out the links. Thanks!
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    Guys running IEM - how do you route?

    What IEM are you using? Thanks
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    AX8 does Grateful Dead -- Mutron III effect

    Hi and thanks for this thread! I downloaded and installed the MuTronIII block referenced earlier in the thread and liked it immediately! I tried to install these cab blocks into my AX8 but got error messages (bad checksum). I'm relatively new to AX8 and wonder if there is something I missed or...
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    Swart Atomic Space Tone patch demo

    cool. are you using a custom IR or an onboard cab? Nice playing!
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    AX8: Small interface to computer?

    That is really small LOL What cable do you use to connect to the AX8 and then to your computer (PC or Mac??). Does the ESI unit go to sleep or stay powered on when the computer sleeps? I tried connecting a modeler some years ago via s/pdif, to my iMac and never got a signal. I figured it's...
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    AX8: Small interface to computer?

    Cool little interface! Does it go to sleep when your computer is off or does it stay powered on as long as a USB cable is plugged in? Thanks for posting.
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    Presonus Eris E8 vs Adam A7X

    I tried the A7x and returned them. I stopped trying new monitors when I got my Equator D5's. Really liked them a lot from day one. edit: IIRC, I read on here (a long time ago) that some of the Fractal staff use Presonus monitors....FWIW
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    AX8: Small interface to computer?

    Yeah, the zoom is cool but inputs on top would be worse, for my needs. Thanks, though.
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    AX8: Small interface to computer?

    The audiobox does have two things I do not like: inputs only on the front and it is always powered on when USB is connected. I would prefer an interface that has a power switch or powers off when the computer sleeps.
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    AX8: Small interface to computer?

    Right now, in order to practice with songs or play back any music while I play guitar/bass, I have an inexpensive Presonus Audiobox USB 2in/2out recording interface. I'm interested in what others are using as their small(!) interface for the AX8 for recording and practice/jamming purposes. I am...
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    What are the best amp and cab for clean sounds?

    How about for something like Sultans of Swing, type clean? Anyone have a good suggestion? TIA
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    Show Us Your AX8 Rig! (post your pics)

    Nice! Is that a pedaltrain board? which one are you using? Thanks
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    Show Us Your AX8 Rig! (post your pics)

    Great looking board and case. I would love to hear more about your build process and which case you are using. Thanks
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