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  1. jzucker

    FM9 A couple clips of my 1989 Gibson 175 and the FM9

  2. jzucker

    FM9 Death Match, '63 Gibson Barney Kessel vs. 1997 Gibson L4CES, which is your fave? Please comment!

    Death Match, '63 Gibson Barney Kessel vs. 1997 Gibson L4CES, which is your fave? Please comment! Playing over the tune Doxy with these two amazing instruments. Each one is my favorite while I'm playing it. Which one do you like? #sheetsofsound #jazzstandards #doxy #jazzguitarlessons...
  3. jzucker

    FM9 More archtop jazz guitar sounds with a 175 and L4CES

  4. jzucker

    Post honeymoon review and why I upgraded from line6 and fm3 to fm9

    Wanted to give a post-honeymoon assessment of my switch to fractal modelers (over from line6) When I had the line 6, i felt like it was a pretty much a requirement to have analog pedals since the line6 pedal algorithms were mediocre. I ended up buying a couple King Tone pedals and Gladio Sc for...
  5. jzucker

    FM9 How to play over Min7b5 (half diminished) chords, Gibson 175, FractalAudio

    How to play over Min7b5 (half diminished) chords, Gibson 175, FractalAudio I get asked about this all the time. My answer is to think about them as minor chord up a minor 3rd from the root. So for Dm7b5, think of Fminor. The second question I get is "which minor scale". The two that...
  6. jzucker

    does anyone have a Hendrix/SRV Wah block preset?

    And also, how do I configure expression pedal for auto-on but with heel down being the off point?
  7. jzucker

    FM9 More fractal jazz tones

    Bye Bye Blackbird jam, Ibanez GB10 with vintage vibe pickup, Fractal FM9 Just a little jam and demo of the GB10 which has become probably my favorite guitar. So easy and comfortable to play. And the fractal FM9 is just heaven for me. I've never been so happy with an in-the-room or recorded...
  8. jzucker

    dumb question - any "fix" for the loud pop you get when powering on/off?

    Having the output volumes on zero doesn't matter.
  9. jzucker

    Bug? is something wrong with my fm9 usb port?

    I seem to get this or other disconnection errors several times a week. Usually un/re-plugging usb port on the fractal side fixes the problem. Once, I had to reboot the fm9...
  10. jzucker

    FM9 ODS100 Fusion + jazz archtop tone in my latest instructional video

    I'm using a preset which has a Tim Miller-esque fusion tone and a '60s jazz guitar sound on the archtop. Frank Gambale style Fusion / archtop ii-v-1 progression v.5, triad pairs, dodecaphonics This is a cool 2-5-1 lick that uses polychords. Over Gm7 - Standard Gm7 arpeggios Over C7 - A triad...
  11. jzucker

    FM9 jazz guitar tone

    playing over Maj7 chord using dom7 chords in minor 3rds, diminished, melodic minor In my previous video "Fusion style Legato 2-1-2 style over a ii-v-1 progression v.3", i demonstrated playing over an FMaj7 chord with Dom7 chords moving in minor 3rds. This lick and exercise demonstrates in more...
  12. jzucker

    FM9 Legato 2-1-2 arpeggios over ii-v-1 progression, jazz-archtop style, Lydian, Altered Dom

    Legato 2-1-2 arpeggios over ii-v-1 progression, jazz-archtop style, Lydian, Altered Dom This lick demonstrates a 2-5-1 chord progression in A (Bm7-E7-AMaj7) and demonstrates how you can create exotic, rich and beautiful tones using simple arpeggios scales and using modern, 2-1-2 style, legato...
  13. jzucker

    FM9 ODS / Holdsworth - Fusion style, 2-1-2, Legato AbMaj7#5 Arpeggio over E7Alt (Fm9Maj7)

    FM9 using modified version of jeremey poparad's holdsworth preset but using an ODS and EV12L instead of the Mesa and 4x12 This is an example of how you can use the 2-1-2 legato style over arpeggios. In this case an AbMaj7#5 arpeggio. I frequently use this type of arpeggio starting on the 3rd of...
  14. jzucker

    Bug? continually getting disconnected from USB / FM9-edit

    unplugging and plugging fixes problem. usb 1.02 firmware...
  15. jzucker

    Bug? no output on fm9

    Nothing through any of the outs including headphone. Tuner was still seeing input so the input cable was ok. I keep the tuner in mute mode when enabled so I suspect that since the first thing I did upon power on was go to the tuner - that toggling off the tuner didn't unmute. Sure enough, after...
  16. jzucker

    FM9 Using a modified Holdsworth preset

    I modified jeremey poparod's holdsworth preset to use an ODS amp and EV12L cab to give a little more dumble edge to it.
  17. jzucker

    [edit] - bought the kemper bag, was: "still confused about FM9 bags"

    After spending hours perusing the fm9 case thread, i'm exhausted. I was ready to order the studioslips bag but then several posters said it was not a great fit and padded poorly. One person recommended this bag but I just got it today and feel it's a slight step up from carrying the FM9 in a...
  18. jzucker

    FM9 for doing online teaching/workshops

    I asked this question in the fm3 group but wondered if any of the answers are any different. I'm currently using windows 11, a webcam and condensor mic into my audio interface with phantom power along with my FM3 (soon to be FM9) and a pair of powered speakers. If I wanted everything to go...
  19. jzucker

    John Cordy presets

    I saw a video where he was demonstrating the new verbs. His presets are pretty cheap but I asked if he had the new reverbs incorporated into the presets and got no answer. I just want a place to start. Anyone know if he's updated them?
  20. jzucker

    getting closer to purchasing an FM9

    I put it in my cart last night. Was hoping not to be hit with sales tax, lol... Still debating. Part of me thinks I should spend a few bucks more and get an Axe III but I know I'd never use it live whereas the FM9 seems like a great tool for studio and live use. Was listening to some reverb...
  21. jzucker

    Handling 3 sets of outputs

    I know fm3 doesn't support 3 different types of output and fortunately, I only use 2 types at a time. For example, I might use FOH from out1 and powered cabs from out2. However, I do occasionally use standard guitar cabs from out2 and when I do that, I do not want cabinet modeling. I have...
  22. jzucker

    I ended up being gifted a pair of Alto TS310 powered cabs, very low output

    Please no comments about how crappy alto cabs are. I know they are not the greatest. My previous setup was/is a quilter TB202 head going into a pair of 1x12 mojotone cabs with mesa blackshadow 90 (celestion) speakers. That setup seems to be 2x the output of the altos. I'm running into the...
  23. jzucker

    FM3 holdsworthian lick

    Fast Holdsworth inspired lick from my wholetone extravaganza This is the introductory lick to my previous video as promised. Slowed down to half speed, tabbed and notated. #wholetone #augmented #arpeggios #sheetsofsound #jazzguitarlessons #guitarlessons #jazzguitar #modernjazzguitar...
  24. jzucker

    Bar graph representing diff between axeiii, fm9, fm3?

    Still trying to decide whether to upgrade from my FM3. I've seen the matrix. I think FM9 looks like a good compromise for me but how much power does it have relative to the other two? I know that it can do multiple amp blocks and has the latest algorithms but does the power allow significantly...
  25. jzucker

    FM3 Jeremey Poparad's Holdsworth lead morphing into ODS

    I recorded this little lesson last night. I'm thinking the holdsworth lead sound has too much gain for my tastes and I backed it off a little and switched the amp over to an ODS 100 I think it allows a little more articulation through and is less nasally.
  26. jzucker

    Will there ever be FM9 hardware in an FM3 size box?

    I want multiple amps and enhanced spring reverb and other algorithms but I'm not keen on the larger form factor. I'm sure this has been asked about ad naseam...
  27. jzucker

    Dumb question about FM3 mark ii turbo vs axe iii

    other than the obvious power differences, dual amps, etc... Are the algorithms different / better? For example, is the spring reverb more accurate on the axe iii than the FM3 mark ii turbo? And what about the FM9 in that regard?
  28. jzucker

    FM3 Here's another quick holdsworth, fusiony take

    i'm using Jeremey Poparad's clean and slightly modified dirty channels.
  29. jzucker

    Line6 Powercab vs Fender FR12?

    Anyone do the comparison?
  30. jzucker

    Layout and TRS Switch questions

    I just got my 4 switch (2 TSR outputs) working for preset / scene inc/dec. Can I get 2 functions out of each switch? One for tap and one for long press? Also, can I edit the layouts in FM3-Edit? When I go to the layouts page in FM3-Edit, I don't see the list of layouts like I see on the device...
  31. jzucker

    Anyone nail the late '80s / early '90s Scofield tone with Rat/Chorus?

    see headline
  32. jzucker

    Best way to do video chat with fractal and a mic? (Windows 11)

    For my teaching over skype/zoom/google-meet, i use my presonus 68/C which is a 4 channel audio interface. My fractal main outs go into 1/2 and my vocal mic goes into input 3. The video chat software sees my audio interface as pairs. They allow you to select 1/2 or 3/4 for the "mic". The one...
  33. jzucker

    FM3 Quick demo of the fractal FM3 ODS 100 Ford amp (preset attached)

    I really dig this thing. I think it sounds and feels a lot better than anything I've gotten out of the helix stomp. Download the preset for free off patreon.com/jackzucker Once I tweak it more, I'll post it up on the fractal preset exchange #robbenford #fusionguitar #bluesguitar #jazzfusion...
  34. jzucker

    Wish I've asked for this before...We need some SS bass heads

    Something along the lines of aguilar TH-500, Markbass...
  35. jzucker

    Simple and sweet jazz guitar patch

  36. jzucker

    [SOLVED] Converting a lower res cab capture - files were corrupted

    Last year, I bought a bass cabinet that I really love. I had been using it with another product and today , attempted to load it into fm3-edit but I cannot import it. I'm guessing the resolution is too low? Other IRsI have load just fine. The cab in question loads into helix...
  37. jzucker

    Dead USB port

    after a recent shutdown / restart of the FM3, the usb port no longer works. I've tried it connected to 2 different usb ports in one computer and a usb port in a 2nd computer. I've tried re-installing both USB drivers and the 2nd driver (USBAudio) keeps telling me that I need to disconnect and...
  38. jzucker

    Not a Bug bug in preset names / saving, names not getting saved

    using 1.05.08, i'm finding that the preset names often don't get saved or get saved with a different name. In the pictures you can see that: 400 jaz jc120 / tube pre bass 1.1 402 bill's bass mods 1.1 - slap However, look at what the preset list shows. incorrect name for 400 Empty for 402...
  39. jzucker

    clicks and pops from s/pdif

    i've seen other people talk about this. Was there any agreed upon solution? It's driving me crazy. Using a focusrite 8i6 gen 3 interface
  40. jzucker

    John Scofield preset?

    looking for something like the blue matter or still warm tone with the rat and chorus. I've tried adding a rat and ce3 but can't seem to dial it in. Anyone have any luck with it?
  41. jzucker

    Thinking of swapping my FM3 for an HX Stomp

    I love the FM3 but the lack of a SS bass amp head is a bit of a disappointment. I play mostly jazz ala janek gwizdala, matt garrison, tony grey, etc. Janek is using the hx stomp. The hxstomp has over 10 bass amps. The fractal has 2 and none of them work for me. I've been using a JC120 and the 8...
  42. jzucker

    Wish SS amp or preamp?

    I love all the tube amps that fractal has but could we carve out a niche for 1 or 2 SS amps? Polytone, Clarus, Markbass, Aguilar? Or perhaps a 5 band EQ that is tailored to work for bass or guitar (with a flip of a switch)? It's possible that a single SS preamp could serve the purpose for 99%...
  43. jzucker

    Wish how about some bass amps?

    Markbass, Aguilar, Bergantino, B15, etc... Please!
  44. jzucker

    Struggling with Bass presets...

    Just for background - My bass style is more along the lines of jazz/fusion ala tony grey, janek gwizdala, matt garrison... For bass, I'm running my FM3 into the effect return of my markbass big bang 500w head and then into a pair of Aguilar SL-112 cabs. This has served me well for bass and...
  45. jzucker

    what makes one speaker IR quieter than another?

    just bought the celestion redback IRs. Relatively new in their shop. They are about 3db quieter than other IRs I have from redwirez and others. [edit] FYI - I heard back from celestion and they acknowledged there is a problem with normalization in some of the IRs in this package and they are...
  46. jzucker

    Anyone using Presonus Studio interface and S/PDIF?

    i'm using a 68c. Finally got s/pdif working today but no loop back to main outputs unless I arm it in a track in reaper. Focusrite automatically echoed s/pdif to the main outs. The version of focusrite I had didn't show s/pdif in the mixcontrol but i guess later versions did?
  47. jzucker

    synth tracking?

    Anyone using the synth block? It seems the tracking is not as good as the AX8 unless i'm doing something wrong...
  48. jzucker

    can't get s/pdif working with focusrite 18i/8

    is there a cable length limit? I'm using a 30' cable. Supposedly s/pdif works out to 10m so I should be good. I have SPDIF out Source set to output 2 but am getting nothing on my focusrite either in reaper or in my monitoring app
  49. jzucker

    Is it possible to get a vintage wah wah effect?

    Using the EV-2 and it's calibrated and I've tried most of the wah presets on the exchange and none of them sound even close to a cheap cry-baby wah, muchless a teese wah. What am I doing wrong?
  50. jzucker

    master description of blocks and parameters somewhere?

    is it in the wiki?
  51. jzucker

    Anyone have a jimi hendrix wah - Still raining still dreaming?

  52. jzucker

    anyone have an Aguilar SL-112 IR?

    would love to have one.
  53. jzucker

    Anyone have issues with bypass blocks not working [solved]

    Added a wah block and can't get it to enter bypass mode. When I click on bypass mode, nothing happens. Sometimes you will see the bypass highlight on the front panel but it doesn't "stick". At first I thought it might be due to cpu utilization which was up around 85% but I deleted almost every...
  54. jzucker

    USB won't connect to windows 10 computer

    Do I need to send it back? The same cable and port on my computer works fine for all my other devices...
  55. jzucker

    anyone know if these celestion IRs are downloadable to FM3 and others?

    https://www.celestionplus.com/products/backline-heroes/bergantino-cabinets-impulse-responses/
  56. jzucker

    Bass cabs that aren't for metal?

    Looking for 1x12 or 2x10 cabs like Aguilar, Epifani, markbass. Something more along the lines of tony grey, gwizdala, matt garrison. Seems like most of the bass cabs I see are 8x10 and more for metal guys playing with a pick... Here are some that I've checked: 3Sigma (MesPWR) Dr. Bonkers...
  57. jzucker

    Looking for a gladio SC and Mutron patch

    So far, I have not been successful in getting the zendrive to sound anything like my gladio sc... The mutron sound I'm trying to get is this sound...
  58. jzucker

    Mini review from former endorser...

    So, this is my 4th foray into the fractal world. Started with axefx I, graduated to axefx ii, then ax8 (for live use) and now the FM3. I soured on the AX8 after taking my rig over to a buddy's house and comparing my best fender presets to his BF and SF fender amps. Going through a pair of QSC...
  59. jzucker

    Shortcut to get to amp tone controls?

    i think it takes 9 key clicks to get to the tone controls of my amp block. Is there a way to setup a shortcut ?
  60. jzucker

    Wireless connection options for android/windows

    Is Yamaha MD-BT01 the best/only option for wireless connectivity on android and windows?
  61. jzucker

    S/PDIF coax cable to separate stereo input / output

    Looks like I asked the wrong question yesterday. I asked about converting S/PDIF to optical but it turns out my audio interface has a separate S/PDIF input and output jack on it so I think the better solution is just a coax to dual cables. Would this work...
  62. jzucker

    what cable/interface to connect s/pdif to optical in of focusrite?

    any suggestions? I couldn't find a cable on sweetwater or amazon. Do I need a conversion device in between?
  63. jzucker

    Michael Landau (modified Arion Chorus) sound

    Anyone have a preset?
  64. jzucker

    Using 3 powered cabs with the AX8?

    i've been using a pair of alto ts210 cabs with my ax8 and I love them for clean. I tried several big name boutiques and KSC K12 and in the end for jazz and for cleans, I prefer the altos. I don't want to get into a discussion about how I need to upgrade these speakers. For me, the power to...
  65. jzucker

    Wish preamp/poweramp insert block

    I'd like to be able to insert something like reverb in between the preamp and poweramp to get closer to a fender amp vibe
  66. jzucker

    Wish Better spring reverb

    When auditioning some of the dedicated spring reverb pedals such as Ventris or Flint, the reverb sounds more rich and "authentic" than the spring reverb on the Fractal. (Or maybe I just don't have the parameters set right?) I'm also using reverb at the end of the chain after the speaker so maybe...
  67. jzucker

    How to get a wider stereo sound without delay or chorus?

    years ago, i used to use a twin amp setup with a boss RV2 or RV3 going into two amps and the sound was wide and glorious. I've tried to accomplish the same thing with the AX8 but setting the reverb's stereo width to 100% doesn't give the same effect. Any hints would be appreciated.
  68. jzucker

    Bought a Kemper!

    So, lately I was feeling a bit uninspired with my AX8 and I really missed the MBritt Robben Ford Dumble sound from when I had a kemper about 2 years ago. So, I convinced myself that the kemper sounded better than axefx and bought one from a store in NYC. It was about $2k new with the...
  69. jzucker

    [Solved] Getting more volume with Tube Pre and no cab?

    Configured a patch for tube pre and reverb to use for acoustic guitar and archtop but even with volumes maxed in the pre i'm not getting enough volume. Best way to handle this?
  70. jzucker

    Wishlist: Soft start?

    Can the ax8 be modified for a soft start? If you ever have your monitors on when you turn the ax8 on you know what i'm talking about.
  71. jzucker

    Can no longer connect over USB after latest windows update

    If I reboot, I can connect with as8-edit for a single edit session but as soon as I do *ANYTHING* on the ax8 such as switch an effect on or off, the unit disconnects and I can no longer connect to it. And another weird thing is that if I run ax8-edit, i'll hear the disconnect chime followed by...
  72. jzucker

    Switching between ax8 and SY300?

    Not sure if this is the right place for this query. I am using an SY300 synth in front of the axefx. Due to the cabinet modeling, the synth doesn't sound good going through the ax8 so I have it setup so that for I run the synth through it's own FRFR(2) via the sub output on the SY300 and the...
  73. jzucker

    how do I globally set output 2 to be +4

    it seems that I can only set it for 0.0 and +12
  74. jzucker

    how to make fine adjustments of parameters on the unit

    I'm used to editing in ax8-edit but for some global/io parameters I find the adjustment knob too course. I tried a quick search in the manual but didn't find anything. What is the modifier to make fine adjustments to parameters on the unit?
  75. jzucker

    Step by step FAQ for configuring Missiong SP2-R?

    Can't find a manual online. Does it require TRS connectors instead of standard 1/4" ? I can't get my ax8 to recognize it.
  76. jzucker

    anyone found a good Tim Miller patch?

    He gets a nice sustain but without the snarl and growl of the typical overdriven tone.
  77. jzucker

    Simulating guitar tone control?

    Is there an eq setting I can use to simulate rolling off the guitar tone control? One of my guitars doesn't have one and I usually take it down to 6 or 7 for fusiony leads. I've tried a low pass filter and that sort of works but doesn't really sound the same.
  78. jzucker

    Just got a prototype Xitone cab...

    I just received a prototype xitone cab that weighs less than 30lbs and sounds !@#$ amazing. It completely blows away the alto cabs I was using before. Can't wait to get a pair of these! I can't divulge any of the details of construction at this point in time but I really love this. To me, it...
  79. jzucker

    Is it possible to to assign different EQ to FOH and backline?

    I want a different eq for FOH than what I'm running in my backline.
  80. jzucker

    Anyone use three cabs with their AXEFX / AX8?

    thinking about adding a 3rd cab for dispersion when playing at extremely loud volume. I know it'd be better to keep things symmetrical but I don't feel like lugging 4 cabs with me!
  81. jzucker

    Slightly different inquiry about FRFR cabs

    It seems that most of the requests I read are from guys looking for the thump of big 4x12 cabs and are playing low tuned metal or classic rock stuff. I'm a jazz guitarist playing primarily Pat Metheny/Adam Rogers/Kurt Rosenwinkel as well as fusion stuff like Holdsworth/Scott Henderson and I...
  82. jzucker

    AX8 LED FAQ?

    Is there a FAQ for LED behavior? For some reason, no matter what channel or bank i'm on the RED led on channel 1 is on and F3 is blinking green. I thought at one time, the LED next to the switch engaged when I selected a channel?
  83. jzucker

    Problem with my AX8 or user error?

    ok, nevermind - user error
  84. jzucker

    Will axefx iii synth block be polyphonic?

    will it be multiphonic? If so, i'm in!!!
  85. jzucker

    freman clean/dirty presets

    I purchased this a few days ago and was going to install but I noticed that the cabinet numbers of his user cabs are not consecutive and since I already have a couple dozen user cabs in use by my own presets, I can't find a way to move mine that don't conflict with fremans. I don't see a...
  86. jzucker

    Xotic Soul Driven overdrive emulation?

    Anyone figure out how to get this overdrive tone? Or any chance of modeling this one?
  87. jzucker

    Can I go SPDIF into a motu AVB?

    http://motu.com/products/avb/ultralite-avb
  88. jzucker

    Anyone able to get simulate the Xotic Soul Driven pedal?

    I'm looking for a non-dumble type of overdrive like Allen Hinds stuff with a strat or Tim Miller's with humbuckers.
  89. jzucker

    Any Michael Landau presets?

    like from
  90. jzucker

    Anyone have a great AX8 holdsworth preset?

    {eom}
  91. jzucker

    bass preamps?

    Looking for an ax8 bass preamp/amp to get a jaco/willis tone. any recommendations?
  92. jzucker

    anyone able to get this envelope filter sound?

  93. jzucker

    5.02 not as clean as 4.x?

    Is it my imagination? My clean fender tones don't seem to have the headroom that they used to have. My clean fender jazz amp now sounds slightly overdriven. Nothing else has changed. I am considering recording it, switching back and recording it again to see if i'm imagining things...
  94. jzucker

    FYI Univibe is pretty damn good...

    I was disappointed at first but spent some time tweaking it and eventually decided I liked it better than my KR Megavibe and Classic Amplification Vibe Baby, 2 of the top 5 vibes currently made IMO.... So, I sold both my analog vibes...
  95. jzucker

    foot controllers that use USB?

    Any program change devices which use USB instead of midi?
  96. jzucker

    Another trick...High Pass / Low Pass

    I'm sure most of you veterans already know this. I have periodically experimented with the cutoff frequencies on overdriven tones...Mostly for getting the characteristic Allen Holdsworth violin tone. I'll typically set the high frequencies to cut off at on or just under 3k. However, the other...
  97. jzucker

    can someone tell me why the overdrive doesn't work right in this preset?

    can't figure it out...
  98. jzucker

    still trying to replicate el capistan / tape modulated delay

    I have a patch that sounds nice but in order to get the modulation high enough in the mix, I have to set the delay too high in the mix. Can I get the modulation mixed more wet than the delay? I want to be able to use this on AX8 so I hope the answer is not multiple delays...
  99. jzucker

    Fusion Jam Ibanez S5521Q / Axefx II

    This is a mesa book zendrive into a mk ii C+ and Bogner 2x12 cab with celestion gold speakers.
  100. jzucker

    Secret weapon (replacement for FRFR)

    So, recently I bought an Epifani UL112 bass speaker cab. It's a full range bass cab with a 43Hz - 16kHz frequency response. I bought it along with a GK MB500 amplifier to use for bass. On a whim, I plugged my Axefx into and it it's got a killer sound for guitar. I like it much better than some...
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