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  1. moab

    What is this audio phenomenon?

    If you’re recording in digital, GarageBand has a fixed 44.1 kHz sampling rate. To record the ax digitally you need a 48 kHz session to record correctly.
  2. moab

    Axe-Fx II USB Setup for OS X – 2023 Version

    Sorry, it looks like I posted this in the wrong sub forum. This was meant for the general discussion for the Axe-Fx II.
  3. moab

    Axe-Fx II USB Setup for OS X – 2023 Version

    It looks like they updated the USB drivers for Mac OS X recently. I was just wondering what improvements were made. I’ve been having some issues with recording through USB using an M1 Mac mini going into GarageBand.
  4. moab

    Oberheim OB-X8

    “Subdivisions…”
  5. moab

    Music Man Majesty... weird thing

    have you tried the rear input to see if it does the same thing?
  6. moab

    Trying to install USB drivers for Axe-Fx II mark one on a M1 Mac

    Thanks, that did the trick!
  7. moab

    Trying to install USB drivers for Axe-Fx II mark one on a M1 Mac

    I'm trying to install a USB drivers for the Axe-Fx II on my M1 Mac mini with no luck. It says, “Fractal Audio Axe-Fx II USB Driver.pkg” can’t be opened because Apple cannot check it for malicious software. I'm new to MacOS. Any help would greatly be appreciated.
  8. moab

    What is the processor in the AxeFx III ?

  9. moab

    Two Amp Blocks In a Patch

    This does not happen in the Axe FX III. Amp blocks are always at full resolution when running two amp blocks on the III.
  10. moab

    Best Wishes For Cliff on His Upcoming Spinal Surgery!

    Here's to a speedy recovery, Cliff!
  11. moab

    How do you get all presets to always load on scene 1

    As saved is per preset. That’s the way it’s configured now. You just have to put what scene you want it to default to before saving the preset.
  12. moab

    Is it me or is the Axe fx 3 aesthetically unpleasing?

    I think it looks great for the functionality that it was design for. But one thing is for sure that it will be easy to spot in other peoples racks especially with the blue led logo. No guessing on what's that mysterious thing in their rack anymore.
  13. moab

    Amp blocks processing?

    Will the Axe-Fx III have a dedicated processor for the amp blocks? This response from Cliff has me thinking,no. But I could be wrong.
  14. moab

    Strange Low End Issue - Don't Give Up On Me Folks!

    Have you tried switching to the rear input?
  15. moab

    Strange Low End Issue - Don't Give Up On Me Folks!

    Did you try resetting the amp block (double pressing the bypass button) and then restore your settings back to what they were previously? If that does not work, try a system reset.
  16. moab

    Goodbye Old Friend

    Sorry for your loss, Cliff. My thoughts are with you. It hurts like losing family because they are family.
  17. moab

    Kudos to Fractal ! Metallica/AX7 gig in Baltimore.

    Did someone say...
  18. moab

    New compact midi controller from RJM!

    The new Mastermind LT looks like a compact but powerful midi controller. Here's a video about setting it up. This would be great for people that need something small but versatile to control their rig.
  19. moab

    I love/hate noise gates... (YouTube video)

    This is what the SCSEL "INPUT 1" parameter is designed for, so you can have the gate after the amp block while it's tracking the signal from the input of the guitar. If you leave the side chain selection parameter(SCSEL) to BLOCK L+R everything that affects gain structure before the gate (i.e...
  20. moab

    Axe-Fx II "Quantum" Rev 6.00 Firmware Released

  21. moab

    Which noise gate to use?

    You can set the side chain selection parameter to "INPUT 1" so it will track the input while the gating happens after the amp.
  22. moab

    XL " Boot Rom " ..... is it the *same size* as the XL+ " Boot Rom " ..... ?

    You could always send it to Fractal Audio and get your XL modded to the + specifications for that extra special goodness. So I've heard, Metallica has a special XL++ mod that only they can get. These units are hand built by Cliff at his house and each component has been soaked in unicorn tears...
  23. moab

    When do I lose the "apprentice" status?

    Just now getting regular!
  24. moab

    Angle severe help

    Sorry, I thought you were referring to the Axe-Fx II. I've been on the fence about getting an Ax8 for use with my amp 4cm and as an all in one for other applications.
  25. moab

    Angle severe help

    You can use two different amp blocks(no x/y switching) in parallel with scenes to get gapless switching. I use to do this all the time when I played live.
  26. moab

    Angle severe help

    I thought this was strange as well. I set the presence at about 11 o'clock (sounds the best to me at this setting) and go from there. I've never played an Engl Savage (I own an Engl Invader 150) but never heard anyone describe its presence control to behave like the models in the Axe-Fx II.
  27. moab

    Delay (audio gap) when switching scenes

    Have you tried moving the cab block over and put fx loop inline before it?
  28. moab

    New demo with BE100 on fw 3.0beta - incredible.

    What are you using for amplification and speaker cab, sounds incredible!
  29. moab

    How to set up 4cm patch?

    I believe you just replace the amp block with the FX loop block in most patches and it should work. Make sure your drive block is placed before FX loop in the grid.
  30. moab

    My singer's Flextone cuts mix amazing.....tips on how to get Axe Fx II to do the same?

    You may want to adjust the low and high res (lowering it) in the speaker tab in the amp block. This helped me when I was running the Axe-Fx II through a solid-state power amp and guitar cabs. It helped a lot for sticking out in the mix. The low res parameter was where I started first. Hope this...
  31. moab

    Question about the RJM Mastermind GT series...

    Thanks, Chris. I've been eyeing the Mastermind GT 16 to replace a Ground Control Pro. I've looked on the official RJM site, but nothing on what type of switches it uses.
  32. moab

    Question about the RJM Mastermind GT series...

    Does the Mastermind GT have silent solid state switches like the MFC-101 and Liquidfoot series?
  33. moab

    What guitar amplification would you use live? (Metal music)

    I was using a Mosvalve 500 before, harsh and lifeless compared to the Engl. I decided to try a tube power amp since I got a good deal on the Engl, glad I did. I haven't tried a matrix yet. The new quantum firmware sounds great direct and through headphones, too.
  34. moab

    What guitar amplification would you use live? (Metal music)

    I have used my Axe-Fx II with an Engl E840/50 with two 4x12 cabinets, pure awesome!
  35. moab

    The new Plexi 50W 6550 and the ML Brit Collection

    Tasty phrasing and some cool ghost bends in there, sounds great!
  36. moab

    Help with Axe FX 2 + Mesa 2:90 and real cabs

    I would recommend setting HI RES and LOW RES to zero if using the power amp sim with a tube amp. I believe Cliff also recommend doing this as well but prefered that you run it with the sim off and the sag set to zero.
  37. moab

    Anyone Using Factory Cabs 54-57?

    Execute order 66 on 'em!
  38. moab

    looking for this overdriven tone...

    Here's another demo of the Suhr Hedgehog 50 by Pete Thorn. Sounds great from clean to crunch. I'm pretty sure there's something in the Axe that can get close.
  39. moab

    Reverb and delay spillover

    Also you need to switch the bypass mode of the delays to mute fx in for series routing and mute in for parallel routing. This will allow the delays to "trail" when switching between scenes.
  40. moab

    Messa boogie setup

    Or you can go in the amp block eq tab, and select "5 band (Mark)". Easy peasy!
  41. moab

    2 Amps, 1 Preset - fastest way to switch

    I use two amps in parallel (no x/y switching) bypassing them using scenes, and its totally seamless. If doing this, make sure your amps bypass mode is set to "mute" for both amps.
  42. moab

    Quantum Wail.. OH YES!

    I like how the delay and reverb adds ambience to the solo without taking over the great tone. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  43. moab

    Quantum Wail.. OH YES!

    Killer! Love this type of soloing. Has some "Gilmourish" influences in there.
  44. moab

    Pit gig in ears, no monitor, lead sounds

    If your not using a mike sim on your cab, set it to "null" add some of the proximity parameter to gain some low mids back and add some of the air and room parameters to taste. This makes playing through headphones or in-ears a much better experience, of coarse, YMMV. Also adding some of the new...
  45. moab

    Steve Vai Pedal board

    Continuous controller for fan speed.... 8)
  46. moab

    Bobby Harrison/Brit Floyd Presets now on the AxeChange

    I just missed them last night in Pensacola. If they come back, I'm going! definitely got to try these presets.
  47. moab

    Flanger: Dry Delay Shift. Does this do anything?

    Do you have the flanger block routed in series with everything else? If not, the dry delay shift parameter won't work.
  48. moab

    Matrix = sterile for me... need a tube power amp? Help !

    I use an Engl E840/50 when I run the Axe-Fx II through guitar cabs, power amp sims off. Amazing!
  49. moab

    My Ultra vs My Tube setup

    Turn the power amp sims off and run the ultra into the 50/50. Downside is you'll have to retweak your patches, but the end result may surprise you. I never cared for those SLA2, always thin, harsh, and without enough headroom. I have an Axe-Fx II, and prefer using a tube power amp (Engl E840/50...
  50. moab

    Using Axe FX as Preamp - Levels into Tube Head?

    Use output 1 to the return of your amp's effects loop and adjust it for best level without clipping the output. You only want to use output 2 fully open is when you're plunging it to the input of your amp via 4 cable method.
  51. moab

    Struggling with dynamic and punchy cleans

    "Secret sauce" is Cliff's proprietary high impedance front input that lowers noise floor levels and has soft clipping attributes when pushed. Click here for the Wiki on it.
  52. moab

    Struggling with dynamic and punchy cleans

    Try the rear input. Maybe it has something to do with the secret sauce and it's soft clipping that you may not care for. Just a shot in dark to see if it helps.
  53. moab

    Scene Switching Pop Problem (NEED HELP)

    The Amps have to be routed in parallel and the bypass in the amp block set to mute.
  54. moab

    What effect is this ?

    It sounds like Leslie or a rotary type speaker on the slow speed setting.
  55. moab

    Will this ever sound good in a live band setting?

    For live use, no FOH: I use an Engl E840/50 tube stereo power amp, no cab or power amp sims. It totally crushes my solid-state amp I had before (Mosvalve 500). But If I was playing big venues with a top PA system I would go direct with the sims on. I too had an issue with running a solid-state...
  56. moab

    Tight Rhythm Tone Test

    Awesome! Has an old school Fear Factory vibe to it. What amp model were you using on it?
  57. moab

    Look What Arrived Today

    Does this have the Electro Voice EVM 12" speaker in it and will ir's of it be made into a future cab pack?
  58. moab

    Flanger sweep timing consistency like Van Halen?

    I think that assigning the flanger's bypass to a momentary switch would make this a bit easier, less tap dancing involved. Example: Hold down pedal or switch: flanger on, release pedal: flanger off. I would use one of those keyboard sustain pedals to control this.
  59. moab

    18.07 seems to have quite a bit more bass and gain?

    Do a system reset.
  60. moab

    loud 'knock' when switching scenes

    Make sure the amp blocks are routed parallel and bypass mode is set to mute (amp blocks).
  61. moab

    Anyone switch from mesa 2:90 to the matrix?

    I was running my Axe-FX II into an old Mosvalve 500 into two 4x12 cabs (one loaded with T75 and the other with Vintage 30's). The high end got harsh when I had it at high volume and the bass was boomy even though I had a lot mids dialed in. Direct tones were always great. Lots of tweaking got it...
  62. moab

    FW18: WRECKER 2 Demo

    Listen to those pick attacks "knocking" at 47 seconds, just like a real tube amp does!!!
  63. moab

    So M@ is sporting a shiny new 17 avatar

    I wouldn't be surprised if The Edge push this to get put in the next firmware.
  64. moab

    Your Fav Amp(s) for tight bottom end??

    I'm sure Mr. Steven Fryette would be quite flattered about that 'compliment'... :D
  65. moab

    Sooooooo, Cliff.......whatcha been up to ?

    You never know. He might have an epiphany while changing a diaper. Great ideas happen at strange times.
  66. moab

    Mark Five vs Mark IIC+ - John Petrucci Mark IIC+ Comparison

    It might be time for a tube change for that IIc+. They normally sound a lot smoother and tighter than this example.
  67. moab

    Please help:Not enjoying my Axe through a poweramp and into a cab

    I use an Engl E840/50 with power amp(global and sag set to 0 in presets) and cab sims off into an Avatar vintage 4x12 loaded with Vin 30's, sounds killer! At low volumes the PA modelings sounds great, but tends to get muddy at high volumes.
  68. moab

    Way too much low end

    Low freq res and Q in speaker tab of the amp block is a good place to start. Dialing these in (or out) can help a lot when using a solid state amp and a guitar cab.
  69. moab

    Is it my ear or is it...?

    You could be experiencing some phasing if they're not panning your left and right channels fully, or summing it to mono due to a mono PA. If I was in your circumstances, I would run mono (left output only) direct to a console minimize any phase issues.
  70. moab

    settings when using w/ Mesa 2:90 poweramp

    One thing to note, when having the power amp sim off is that the presence knob turns into a high shelving filter (possible for the "blanket sound"). You need to adjust the "presence knob"(amp sim) to 5 for your presets if not using the PA sim. That said, having the power amp sim on with a tube...
  71. moab

    Advice on getting rid of flubby bass?

    Lowering the low res in the speaker tab can help as well. Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk
  72. moab

    Best Way to BOOST Volume For Solos

    I use the output slider as well except I cut the all the rhythm scenes by 3 dbs. This preserves headroom and prevents clipping the output.
  73. moab

    Back to a tube power amp / review about real speakers and power amps with the Axe II

    I too have jumped on the Axe-Fx II/ tube power amp combo(Engl 840/50). For feel and amp in the room sound, this is the way to go IMHO. Yes, you do lose some of the flexibility of the Axe with this setup (power amp and cab sims off), but the amps that are more preamp driven are so punchy and...
  74. moab

    Anyone switch back from FRFR to power amp / cab?

    That's the reason I got the Engl, couldn't find any Fryette/VHT's for sale. I'd still like to try one, but I'm very happy with the Engl.
  75. moab

    Anyone switch back from FRFR to power amp / cab?

    I have a Mosvalve 500 that I run with two 4x12 cabs (Ampeg w/ T-75's and a Avatar w/ Vin 30's) it was sounding harsh at loud volumes. Then I bought an Engl 840/50 tube power amp, made a huge difference, richer harmonics, punch, and a sweet sounding top end. I love it long time!
  76. moab

    Multi Delay Spill-Over When Changing Scenes Within a Preset

    Are you using an mfc 101 or are you mapping scenes to midi program changes. If your doing the latter you need to make sure the "ignore redundant PC" in the I/O midi tab parameter is set to on.
  77. moab

    Mosvalve 962 vs matrix

    I have an old Mosvalve 500 that I used to run with the Axe II. It couldn't hang with the other guitarist Blackstar HT-100. I tweaked for weeks to get it where I liked it and came up short every time(it was very harsh and/or dull at high volumes). Then we lost our bass player and the other...
  78. moab

    matrix vs mesa 2:100 review

    I was on the hunt for a Fryette/VHT to replace my Mosvalve 500(wasn't cutting the mustard at high volumes vs. the return of a Blackstar HT-100) and couldn't find one anywhere. Then I heard that the Engl 840/50 was an excellent alternative and didn't color as much as the Mesa's. So not only I...
  79. moab

    Farewell

    Sorry to hear about your mom, hope she gets better soon!
  80. moab

    Help with the Scenes feature...

    Make sure your amp blocks are in parallel and their bypass mode set to "mute".
  81. moab

    Dont think my new AxeFx add on is working properly....

    Catnip must be the "secret sauce" that Cliff is putting in our Axe-Fx II!
  82. moab

    John Petrucci is giving away an extra Axe-Fx II!

    Amazing! John is giving the gift of tone to a lucky forumite. Who will be the lucky one!?
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  83. moab

    The 'Best' use of Scenes - Discuss :o)

    You would need to use preset mapping for scenes so it maps to midi program changes so your loop switcher will change as well. I have tutorial on this... http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii-discussion/66604-seamless-switching-scenes-preset-mapping-example.html
  84. moab

    Troubleshooting momentary volume jump when changing scenes

    You need to route the amp blocks in parallel from each other and set their bypass mode from "thru" to "mute".
  85. moab

    Seemless switching

    Make sure the amp blocks are parallel from each other and their bypass modes set to mute. Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk
  86. moab

    Delay Spillover & X/Y

    You can achieve what want by having two delay blocks in parallel (one block for 1/8 notes, the other for 1/16.) from each other and using "scenes" instead of preset changes to switch between the sounds. Make sure to have the bypass mode in the delays to "mute in" or "mute fx in" if in series so...
  87. moab

    Thank you FAS/ Cliff, Recto1 is awesome as it was supposed to be!

    I wonder what's happening under the hood that makes them so different other than adding an extra channel?
  88. moab

    HELP - Why do my USA Lead patches (Ld/Ld Brt/Ld+/Ld Brt+) sound terrible since 11.00?

    Have you tried recreating a patch from scratch instead of using older presets?
  89. moab

    My debut single 'Luminescence' is now available! Video playthrough too + Patches!

    I can't agree with you more. The song was refreshing with great melody and tasty phrasing. Great music has tension, release, dynamics, and rest. Sometimes it about where you're not playing that makes it. When we talk, we talk in phrases and just like a great guitar solos has phrases as well. It...
  90. moab

    ESP with active EMG's

    EMG's are pretty hot so I turn down the global amp gain to about -3.50 dB with my Emg equipped guitar (Carvin CT4). It cleans up good with the volume knob down and has better clarity.
  91. moab

    Brittle sound - any advice?

    That Art power amp might be part of the problem. They don't have enough clean headroom to be played at high volume levels IMHO. Try a better higher wattage power amp like a Matrix or Carvin.
  92. moab

    Parallel Block Mute FX In Question

    When using parallel effects blocks I use "Mute In" if there's a single block in parallel.
  93. moab

    Kitch'en Spammer

    I miss that man.
  94. moab

    It's my Firmware 11, and I want it now!

    I guess this makes you the official "Holy Shitballs" guy for firmware 11. Congratulations!!! :D
  95. moab

    FW 11 Jumpered Plexi Video - VH's I'm The One

    I'm guessing he's referring to the likes of Steely Dan / Larry Carlton type tones.
  96. moab

    Happy Birthday Cobbler!

    Happy Birthday to an excellent forumite, Fractalite, and the person with the best avatar pic on the internet!
  97. moab

    Mesa experts... advice on 5 band EQ ?

    Here are some presets
  98. moab

    New Dream Theater single...

    Dream Theater hasn't done much for me after "Awake". The songwriting went downhill after that album. They had a symmetry between the technical and melodic parts of the songs that they haven't had since then. Kevin Moore was a synergetic element with Petrucci, Myung and Portnoy that is absence...
  99. moab

    Get Yer 11.0 Beta Here!

    I think he meant to say a "toe" more revealing!:triumphant:
  100. moab

    "Good thing you got some real tubes for a change"

    That's why he's the bass player. j/k ;)
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