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  1. M

    Joe Barden pickups amazing

    I returned them for a refund.
  2. M

    Joe Barden pickups amazing

    I've got a set of Bardens in my Tele and agree they are amazing. I've read great things about all their pickups and will eventually get around to putting a set in my Strat as well. I actually bought a set of Two Tones for a guitar I was going to build but unfortunately that project fell...
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    Drive and effects before amp block?

    I do the same thing except there are some classic rock tones that have things like delay or reverb before the amp. It definitely sounds different so it's important to keep in mind if you're trying to recreate an older sound.
  4. M

    Axe FX Features

    I think some folks are getting confused with their terminology here. "Dropped D" tuning is when the low E is tuning to D and the remaining strings are tuned as normal (ADGBE). If I'm reading the OP's post correctly, they are NOT expecting the Axe-FX to accomplish this which is good because it...
  5. M

    No More Decimals

    I have a suggestion - don't even look at the numbers. Let your ears guide you. ;)
  6. M

    active pickup question?

    Eh, not losing high end with actives is nothing special to me. You can add a treble bleed circuit (a cap or resistor + cap) to your volume control(s) and accomplish the same thing.
  7. M

    Stupid Question: How long is the Axe Fx power cord?

    I too use a 6" IEC cable and they're like gold to me. I found mine on eBay.
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    What exactly do I need with axefx ulta for home practicing ?

    Re: What exactly do I need with axefx ulta for home practici You can get powered monitors that have auxiliary line inputs (for things like an MP3 player or PC/laptop/net book) so you don't need to spend money on a mixer. I have my M-Audios running with my PC so I can play MP3s, Band-in-a-Box...
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    What exactly do I need with axefx ulta for home practicing ?

    Re: What exactly do I need with axefx ulta for home practici I run my Axe-FXs through M-Audio Studio Pro 3s (replaced by the AV-30) and a pair of Edirol MA-15Ds. They both work great for just playing by myself at home. The MA-15Ds have a digital input, which is convenient with the Axe-FX, but...
  10. M

    SPIDF-Out sounds more digital like Line-Outs?

    I use the SPDIF outs on my Ultras into a M-Audio 2496 and a pair of Edirols MA-15Ds. They both sound fine to me.
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    POSSIBLE TO RENAME AMPS, CABS AND DRIVE BLOCKS?

    Print out the list from the linked Wiki page, put it by your Axe-FX and learn what is what. Even, then in the end it really doesn't matter what they're named. What matters is what they sound like and the more you use the Axe-FX, the sooner you will learn what each amp sounds like and you will...
  12. M

    Amp switching with axe?

    No it does not have that functionality. Yes, if you want to switch channels with presets though I would suggest giving the Axe-FX a thorough workout before you buy anything else. You may find, as many of us have, that you do not even need an traditional guitar amp at all.
  13. M

    Axe-Fx Floor Model or a GREAT dedicated foot controller?

    Re: What About A New Axe-Fx Floor Model ? As someone else has already mentioned, having built-in pedals is not for everyone. Everyone likes different configurations like 1 exp pedal on each side or both on the left or both on the right. If you want "built-in" pedals than just mount the MFC-101...
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    13Pin Input Version

    So how much do you think an Axe-FX with 6 channels of processing would cost? Consider what the current Axe-FX (Standard or Ultra) costs with just 2 channels of processing goes for. While I don't think a 6 channels version would cost 3 times as much I wouldn't be surprised if it cost 50% more...
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    Any way to emulate a 12 string sound?

    A real 12 string is tuned so that the thin strings for the low E, A, D and G are 1 octave higher than normal then the B and high E strings are tuned in unison. In order to replicate this with an effects processors you have to pitch shift the low E, A, D and G string up 1 octave (with roughly a...
  16. M

    SPDIF no longer working

    Interesting. This issue might be a design flaw.
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    SPDIF no longer working

    Thanks for the info rsf1977. I tried wiggling the SPDIF output with the cable connected and that did nothing as well. I know the cable was never yanked out but I had to twist the connection (grabbed the cable's connector and turned while pulling it off slowly) so it's possible just removing it...
  18. M

    SPDIF no longer working

    I'm using Out 1 w/Out 2 set to copy to Out 1 but that all seems irrelevant because the 1/4" outs work fine.
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    SPDIF no longer working

    After unplugging the SPDIF connection from my secondary Ultra, bringing to to friend's house to jam, then bringing it back home, I'm no longer getting any signal from the SPDIF output. I think I've debugged the problem thoroughly but just in case, here's what I tried 1) Ran the 1/4" outs to the...
  20. M

    Ultra needs more power?

    I would say that preset is complex in that the effects it uses are CPU-intensive in and of themselves. Out of curiosity, why do you feel you need 2 separate reverb blocks and 3 separate delay blocks? What is the intended purpose of each of these blocks? Please understand that the intent behind...
  21. M

    Does Axe-Fx has the note bloom of a tube amp?

    I get it with my settings and my guitars (all of them).
  22. M

    Synth module???

    Search the boards for this topic as it has been brought up before. Long story short, what you ask for is highly unlikely to happen as such features go far outside the scope of the Axe-FX's intended feature set.
  23. M

    Stupid Question: How long is the Axe Fx power cord?

    ...or a shorter cord if you prefer. I ended up using a 1 footer since the Axe-FX is mounted right below the power conditioner.
  24. M

    Acoustic guitar with Axe with mama bear IR

    I would love to hear this but the link isn't working for me. I tried looking for the song on your page using the ID# in the link but don't see. What is the name of the tune?
  25. M

    Effects in parallel...?

    If you run effects in parallel and feed them all into a Mixer block, you can control the level/mix for each effect all on one screen.
  26. M

    If Cliff wants to model any of the old Egnaters...

    I have no issues viewing that page in Firefox 3.5.5.
  27. M

    WORD OF CAUTION!!!

    Anyone who is going to use Axe-Edit in it's current beta state should back up their presets using a plain ol' tried and true sysex librarian (e.g. Bome's SendSX or MIDI Ox).
  28. M

    Axe Tuner and Accuracy?

    I forget the exact numbers but I did look into at one point and the Axe-FX tuner is more accurate than than any of the Korg rack mount tuners.
  29. M

    HELP! I overwrote my fav preset!

    I'm afraid there is no way to get back a preset you have overwritten just using the Axe-FX itself unless you have backed it up in another slot. This is one reason why you should back-up your presets externally on a regular basis. Consider it a lesson learned.
  30. M

    Does a new Ultra come with the latest firmware or not?

    It's easy if your interface actually works with your sysex librarian (or the editor) and the Axe-FX. There are no guarantees in that regard.
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    Editing question, mixing parallel effects

    I'm in the process of updating all my patches to use parallel effects chains I haven't found a real need for the Mixer block. As far as I can tell, it just makes controlling levels a bit easier because all the level controls are in one block instead of 3 or 4. I might use it though if the...
  32. M

    stock cabs freq. response curves

    Thank you for sharing this data. It's very interesting. That's true and it's also why speaker sims can't be duplicated with just a simple multiband EQ. Really? Why do you think that? I for one feel that switching cabs, and to a lesser degree mics, are a great way to radically change the final...
  33. M

    more bands of global EQ!!

    I wouldn't mind that but some folks don't understand how to use a parametric EQ correctly so at the very least we'll have more posts about it. ;) Another option could be a quasi parametric EQ (frequency, level but no Q control). Being able to select either a X band graphic or X band parametric...
  34. M

    Presets in the effects blocks

    Then download some presets from the Axe-Change. There are plenty (around 1200 or so) on there. I agree. See my first comment. Maybe they were lazy, maybe they just wanted to focus on playing, I don't know. If they have the money to pay someone to do it for them then that's what they do. It's not...
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    Presets in the effects blocks

    Remember, you can also copy blocks from factory presets too. As far as advanced parameters go, why not learn how to use them so you can get exactly what you want? So what you're saying is you're lazy/impatient/have not time? ;) Listen, I can understand that not everyone is in to spending time...
  36. M

    Presets in the effects blocks

    What you're asking for is essentially is an Effects Library (which Axe-Edit has in the Preset Manager) in the Axe-FX itself. The Boss GT-9 and GT-Pro have this and it's a very handy feature to have. On the other hand, the ability to easily copy a block from one patch to another works well too.
  37. M

    Trying FRFR... Not Digging It

    Why limit yourself to only 4x12 IRs? Seriously.
  38. M

    Proper bug and feature request tracking system please

    It's my understand that the OP "wishes" that FA would improve their bug tracking and feature request pipeline. This thread is like a turducken. ;)
  39. M

    Proper bug and feature request tracking system please

    No, I'm not. Do you normally give up that easy? ;) They're getting what they pay for. If they think improving the pipeline is worth it they will allocate the resources to get it done. A majority of the feature requests here are repetitive or absurd, IMO. Most folks ask for features they will...
  40. M

    Block Randomizer

    I was not offended by the poll options. I just didn't feel I could participate in an accurate way. I guess the more serious the poll is the more seriously it will be taken. ;)
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    Block Randomizer

    I'm afraid that I won't participate in your poll because the 2nd option is invalid. It assumes that anyone who doesn't want this feature and/or doesn't like experimenting is a "stick in the mud" when that is not inherently true. ;) I would vote "No" because I feel that a vast majority of...
  42. M

    Ever stop to think about it?

    I do the same thing sometimes. I can't believe I'm not playing through a tube amp. I try not to think about it because it makes my head hurt. :?
  43. M

    Does Axe-fx have USB?

    No, the Axe-FX does not have USB. Have you downloaded the manual and looked through it? It's available and that information, as well as much more is in it.
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    Please excuse me FF. I wasn't trying to bust your cajones. I was just trying to help you think through the logic of the problem, that's all. The best any of use can do is try the patch settings but we can't replicate your guitar, your power amp and cabs (some folks might have the same power...
  45. M

    Making your tone less responsive?

    I always back on the tried and true "Tube Screamer Boost". I use the Drive block before the Amp block, turn the gain to 0, turn the output all the way up and adjust the tone to control to edginess. On top of that I also use the EQ section of the Drive block to adjust the mids (slight boost of 3...
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    Ok, if you are actually going to try and track down this issue that you perceive than you must isolate the problem yourself. No offense but you're asking for help from others when you haven't even tried the simplest things yourself such as: - Bypass every block in the chain except the Amp and...
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    Weird "extra" note. Low-freq intermodulation? Able to fix?

    +1. Post the patch.
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    Decibel values in the Mixer block.

    I've been reworking all of the presets I've created to use parallel routing because I love how it sounds. That said, I would really love to use a Mixer block because it makes controlling all the effects' levels easier as they can all be in one place. The only catch is I like to work with...
  49. M

    We need more drive blocks!!!!!!!!

    What do you mean? Do you want the ability to be able to add up to 4 separate drive block to a single preset?
  50. M

    More User IR slots.

    I think more User IR slots would be cool but I don't want the total number of slots, including factory to decrease.
  51. M

    My first patch made completely with the editor

    One thing I forgot to add is that I spent about 20 hours over the last week auditioning hundreds of patches so I could make banks up that fit my needs. I learned an incredible amount about different routing configs, controller assignments and the like which made creating this patch a lot faster...
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    My first patch made completely with the editor

    I just finished a first pass my patch made completely with Axe-Edit and since I had so much making it, I thought I might share a little background on how I created in the hopes that others can learn from my experiences. Overall I spent about 3 hours on it and Axe-Edit made it so easy to try out...
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    Reliability

    Consider this - for every one user that reports an issue, there are ten others who experience trouble free operation. I can understand that due to your needs (live use) dependability if paramount but consider this - would you expect to see a lot of posts by users just saying "Oh hi, my Axe-FX...
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    How do I do a SLOOOWWW automatic filter sweep?

    To find the LFO rate for the time you want it to take to sweep from the Wah's full range and back again (min to max to min), divide the time (in seconds) you want it to take by one: 1/6 = .17 In other words you want the inverse of the time in seconds. If you want the Wah to take 6 second...
  55. M

    I finally get the presets!

    This behavior with EJ Strats doesn't surprise me because that guitar's pickups are very, very low output.
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    Wow...parsing the presets in the Axe-Exchange is a trip

    Thanks JJ. I have not really played with all the different bypass options but after your explanation and twiddling in Axe-Edit, I understand the problem and will fix it tonight when I get home. I want to do more parallel routing so this knowledge will come in handy.
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    I finally get the presets!

    Please understand that when I stated that setting the input knob all the way up was out of the ordinary I was not saying it was wrong to do this per say. If for whatever reason (low output pickups that are far away from the strings, player has light touch, etc.) one feels the needs to do this...
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    All presets to MIDI

    Now that I have thought through it, there can't be a away for the Axe-FX to do it unless it dumped them to a specific folder on your PC which would have to be set on the Axe-FX itself. Yeah, I'm hip to that. I've been knee deep in preset and bank management for most of this week. I've sorted...
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    I finally get the presets!

    While I understand that the relative output of the pickups on the guitar you're using may be on the weaker side, it's a bit out of the ordinary that you are turning up the input knob all the way. Which LEDs light up on the Input Meter when you strum a chord hard?
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    Wow...parsing the presets in the Axe-Exchange is a trip

    Thanks for the info but either I'm missing something (when just looking at the presets) and you were thinking of another effect (e.g. delay or flanger). Here are the layouts of the (2) Dweezil VH patches I kept (I did not change the names). Please advise.
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    Wow...parsing the presets in the Axe-Exchange is a trip

    That I did not know.
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    Wow...parsing the presets in the Axe-Exchange is a trip

    Yeah but that's easy to spot in the editor if the volume is controlled by a volume block. All in all I'm glad the Axe-Exchange exists but it's a bloody mess. There are tons of simple, basic presets (amp, cab, reverb) that offer nothing special or unique for me. While it's cool that someone...
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    All presets to MIDI

    Actually, I'm only half corrected. ;) Please excuse me for posing my question incorrectly. I meant to ask if there was a way via the Axe-FX to save out each individual presets from a bank in one operation and there is not. The key part of that sentence is "via the Axe-FX". Using an external...
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    Wow...parsing the presets in the Axe-Exchange is a trip

    Actually, I've been loading up all the presets in the editor and deleting the ones that I don't want for various reasons. At this point in the process, I have culled the original 650 down to 128 presets that I will actually audition and I don't expect all 128 to make the cut.
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    All presets to MIDI

    Please correct me if I am wrong but there is no way via the Axe-FX to dump all the patches in bank in one operation, correct? The user has to save out each preset on at a time. I've worked with SendSX and have since switched to the official editor which does allow the user to save out all the...
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    I don't understand why blocks aren't in the same row

    One important thing to remember when using parallel routing for effects is start by setting their Mix value at 100 and set their Level control to adjust the mix of the wet signal back into the signal chain.
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    Wow...parsing the presets in the Axe-Exchange is a trip

    I downloaded about 650 presets from the Axe-Exchange and I've just started the process of sorting through them. I loaded up the first bank of 128 in Axe-Edit and I saw some really crazy stuff. I've seen some things done with presets that are completely wrong/make no sense (parallel routing...
  68. M

    next gen hardware wishlist

    +1 to that. I'm having a heck of time fitting all the presets I want instant access to in 384 slots. Some type of card slot on-board would be uber handy too.
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    Axe-Fx as MIDI Source

    ...and an overwhelming majority of us do not even want this feature. The Ultra does not "track" anything. The guitar is simply used as an an oscillator to drive an effect.
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    Midi Request For Feeding Synths

    I wouldn't hold your breath for it.
  71. M

    Anyone have a patch for a classical nylon guitar?

    Do you mean a patch designed for a nylon string guitar with a pickup or a patch that sounds like a nylon string guitar?
  72. M

    ADA MP-1, + 3-TUBE MOD, MOD 4 MARKI, & THE MOD 4MARKII

    FWIW, I've fixed the routing and uploaded new versions. Be aware the reverb block is bypassed because it's not something I use very often.
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    ADA MP-1, + 3-TUBE MOD, MOD 4 MARKI, & THE MOD 4MARKII

    Yeah, so what's your point? An MP-1 is an MP-1, mods not withstanding. If you have other gear in your current rig then by all means let us know what it is. I am not aware of any clairvoyants among us. Someone else was already kind enough to post a link to the thread that has links to the MP-1...
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    Question about using an external tuner with the Axe-FX

    For live use, it's probably fine but it's accuracy is +/- 3 cents which doesn't work for me since I don't play live any more. I also like to used sweetened tuning when I can that requires accuracy of at least 1 cent. I'm addicted to strobe tuners now. No worries. :)
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    ADA MP-1, + 3-TUBE MOD, MOD 4 MARKI, & THE MOD 4MARKII

    Then how do you know what you're really asking for? ;) You need to wait until you get your Ultra so you can download the patches and try them out for yourself. Even though the Axe-FX does not have MP-1 specific models, it still has a lot of other amp models that are capable of getting some...
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    ADA MP-1, + 3-TUBE MOD, MOD 4 MARKI, & THE MOD 4MARKII

    Gamera, I have few questions for you if you don't mind: 1) Which MP-1s mods have you owned? 2) Do you currently own an Axe-FX? 3) If you answered "Yes" to #1, have you tried my patches that folks have referred to in this thread?
  77. M

    Question about using an external tuner with the Axe-FX

    Thank you very much for trying that Paul. I sincerely appreciate it and I'm glad you have found that it might work for you too.
  78. M

    Question about using an external tuner with the Axe-FX

    Eh, I'm not concerned about that. I only have 30 patches.
  79. M

    Question about using an external tuner with the Axe-FX

    Thank you Paul. I don't use the loop for anything so using it for a tuner will work for me. I'd rather keep the cable routing as clean simple as possible while using the Axe-FX's front input.
  80. M

    Question about using an external tuner with the Axe-FX

    Except if I don't want a pedal (which I don't) or if I want a tuner that far more accurate than the Boss Tu-2. I appreciate your reply but I'm not looking for opinions on tuners.
  81. M

    Question about using an external tuner with the Axe-FX

    Actually, that won't work because if nothing is plugged into the FX Return, the FX Send is just an Aux Send. Bypassing the loop won't do anything.
  82. M

    A question from a potential Ultra buyer

    Why is controlling the volume from the modeler not ideal? Please explain. As you may already know, the Axe-FX does have analog output controls on its front panel. That said, the only way to change the 6505+'s behavior with the effects return and master volume would be to have them modified so...
  83. M

    Question about using an external tuner with the Axe-FX

    I understand how your method works but I don't want to add another piece of gear to the equation or budget. I figured out another way I can do it by adding a volume block at the end of the chain. I can either lower the chain's output to zero or bypass it (with bypass mode set to mute). This...
  84. M

    Question about using an external tuner with the Axe-FX

    I'm considering adding rack tuners to my rigs but I have a question I hope someone can answer. When the Axe-FX's tuner mute is set to ON (so it mutes the output when the tuner is engaged) , can a signal still be sent from the Axe-FX's FX Send if it's placed at the beginning of the chain like...
  85. M

    how do you drive your tone?

    I've had the same thoughts you had and have experimented with different pickups. To be more specific, I installed some Dimarzio 36th Anniversary PAFs in my Les Pauls because I wanted the classic LP sound for blues, jazz and classic rock tone. With those pickups in that type of guitar, I was...
  86. M

    Curious how do you address

    I create copies of my standard patches for specific pickups because many of my guitars share common pickups. As someone else already mentioned, I readjust the input volume when I change guitars/pickups.
  87. M

    Axe-Fx as MIDI Source

    Right, but the topic of having it transmit MIDI note data has been brought up in this thread so I figured folks should be aware of the discussions that have already occurred on this subject.
  88. M

    Axe-Fx as MIDI Source

    The Synth block in the Ultra "doesn't" track in the same way a Roland does because the Ultra is using the audio as the source/oscillator. Converting pitch-to-MIDI is a whole different ball of wax.
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    Axe-Fx as MIDI Source

    The Search function is your friend. http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=29&t=8044 http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=29&t=6888&hilit=pitch+to+midi http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=29&t=6888 Here's the condensed version - a quote from Cliff himself:
  90. M

    Parametric EQ bypass on each individual band

    That's good to know. I have finally started dabbling in the wonder that is the MBC and that little tip will make tweaking so much easier. Thank you.
  91. M

    AXE FX vs. Tube Amp Question

    The Axe-FX amp and cab models replaced all of my ADA preamps, Mesa Preamps, and ADA cab sims (including venerated Ampulator) and I've never been happier with my tone. I have no regrets whatsoever.
  92. M

    Need help finding post

    Are you looking for this post? http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=10952&p=107737&hilit=grid+layout#p107737
  93. M

    Pickup converter module request - to Axe-Fx Fathers

    Please note that I said it would sound like a single coil. I didn't say it would sound exactly like a single coil. Regardless, a split humbucker will sound more like a single coil than than anything a processor can do. It also depend on precisely what you want to do. Combining coils from (2)...
  94. M

    Pickup converter module request - to Axe-Fx Fathers

    If they did then they wouldn't necessarily sound like humbuckers any more. This is one of the reasons why guitar modelers (Line 6 Variax, Roland VG-99) use piezo pickups. The simple fact is the Axe-FX was never designed intended to be a guitar modeler. What you're asking it to do is outside the...
  95. M

    Twin block parameter

    Unfortunately, some of us don't think that way. Personally, I prefer to have some idea of the cost and implications of what I'm asking for so I can determine if my request is the least bit reasonable. If one continually asks for the sky, the moon and stars eventually their requests will fall...
  96. M

    Pickup simulator

  97. M

    Tom Schotz Power Soak

    At the abstract level, the purpose of the Power Soak is to attenuate the output level of a guitar amp. It allows you to drive the power section as hard as you want at manageable volumes. As far as I know, the Level control in the Amp block acts just like any other level control - it's...
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    Tom Schotz Power Soak

    It's "exactly" the same thing. All the Power Soak essentially does is attenuate the signal. Crank the Master Volume in the amp block and control the level (volume) being fed to the next block in the chain with the amp block's Level parameter.
  99. M

    Tele high gain

    I agree which is why I don't bother with plain ol' single coils. ;) If I have single coils in a guitars, they need to be hum-canceling one way or another.
  100. M

    Tele high gain

    I've got a set of Fender SCN Tele pickups in my Tele and have no problem getting high gain rock sounds with it. While the SCNs aren't considered "vintage" pickups, they get a clean Tele tone that I am very happy with and they can rock as well as my humbucker guitars. The same can be said for the...
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