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Axe-Fx III Firmware 25.00 Release

It’s a beautiful spring day, and the update is shining. Once again, many thanks to Cliff and all the Fractal mavens.
- randyman
- Post #151
- Apr 10, 2024
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Not a Bug Update bug?

JB – I’m guessing you haven’t been on the forum very long; or if you have, you haven’t posted much. My experience has been that people here are extraordinarily helpful, and go out of their way to lend a helping hand. You’ll find that the collected knowledge and wisdom of our fellow forum...
- randyman
- Post #9
- Apr 5, 2024
- Forum: Axe-Edit III
Axe-Edit III 1.13.17 (to support fw 25.00 public beta)

Thanks very much! Know that your hard work is always greatly appreciated.
- randyman
- Post #9
- Mar 21, 2024
- Forum: Axe-Edit III
Axe-Fx III Firmware 25.00 Public Beta (Cygnus X-3)

Free hats? Damn! Some people have all the luck … if I wasn’t so thrilled with the firmware upgrade, I might be envious.
- randyman
- Post #441
- Mar 20, 2024
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware 25.00 Public Beta (Cygnus X-3)

Infidels, meet Shame and Ridicule. They’d like a word with you.
- randyman
- Post #72
- Mar 16, 2024
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware 25.00 Public Beta (Cygnus X-3)

Holy moly! Once again – many thanks to Cliff, and everyone involved. It’s a nice day, and I was about to go outside, but naw … I’ll work on my studio tan. Here I go!
- randyman
- Post #70
- Mar 16, 2024
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Update

Yes, but it’s been over two years between v19 and today … that’s a long tour/project.
- randyman
- Post #16
- Feb 10, 2024
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Update

I don’t mean for this to sound catty or critical … but I can’t help but wonder how someone lets five major firmware iterations go by unused and unexplored. Even fractional iterations show off the care and creativity Cliff puts into the evolution of these amazing tools … an off-the-shelf Axe-FX...
- randyman
- Post #13
- Feb 10, 2024
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Hearing Crackling/distortion from DAW and computer sound since last update?

Just stepping in … I don’t have anything to say about this issue, but I just have to say … what a fantastic community. The willingness of everyone to do anything they can to help speaks so well for everyone here on the FAS forum, and I know I’ve benefited from it many times. it’s a beautiful...
- randyman
- Post #15
- Jan 15, 2024
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Edit III 1.13.13

And a happy new year to you, Michael. Thanks for all you do for us.
- randyman
- Post #3
- Jan 2, 2024
- Forum: Axe-Edit III
Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.03 Beta #1

Well, this means I have to go back in time and update all Thursday’s Thanksgiving lists. But it’s worth it! Thanks, Fractal – if I had any turkey left, you’d be invited.
- randyman
- Post #98
- Nov 25, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.00 Public Beta #4

Oh, I can empathize … I’m very familiar with that feeling. That’s why I was giving myself a rare pat on the back for actually getting shit done … but as you know, there’s getting shit done, and then there’s getting shit DONE.
- randyman
- Post #107
- Oct 28, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.00 Public Beta #4

Here’s the truth. I’ve been feeling a little self-satisfied over the past few days, thinking I’ve gotten a lot done recently. But then I visit here, and see that Cliff has released two updates since breakfast. Kind of puts my ego in place, that. “Don’t get cocky, kid.”
- randyman
- Post #105
- Oct 28, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Edit III 1.13.04 (to support fw 23.00 public beta 1)

Many thanks.
- randyman
- Post #6
- Oct 13, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Edit III
Axe-Fx III Firmware 23.00 Public Beta #1

My only regret is that I waited over 48 hours to visit the forum again. Thanks, and fantastic work as always, Cliff – I hope your SO has a swift and easy recovery. And now … on to BEETAfy!
- randyman
- Post #338
- Oct 8, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Bloom Reverb w/Pitch Shifting = Interstellar

Really enjoyed this … thanks for sharing.
- randyman
- Post #4
- Sep 23, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
8 ways to use the Ring Mod

An early inspiration was an incredible trumpet player/composer/band leader named Don Ellis … probably best known for his score to The French Connection. He died far too young. One of his many extraordinary ideas was running his trumpet through a tuned ring modulator (custom built by Tom...
- randyman
- Post #13
- Sep 1, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Upgrade on way….

Welcome! You will never regret it … and you’re not going to believe the stream of free updates! Cliff never sleeps.
- randyman
- Post #2
- Jul 15, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
MacOs 13.4.1 issue

If you’d rather your Mac didn’t update automatically – sneakily, in the dead of the night – you can go to: Apple icon on the menu bar / System Settings / General / Software Update and turn off automatic updates altogether, or just allow them for security updates. There are additional options...
- randyman
- Post #10
- Jun 30, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Edit III 1.13.02

Thanks for all your hard work all along, and for making this new release available with the gold release of firmware 22.00. I was disappointed to see only one other person posting a “thanks” before me; I’ve never used this phrase before, but I’ve heard people say “always the bridesmaid, never...
- randyman
- Post #3
- Jun 10, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Edit III
Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta #4 (Beta 10) THANK YOU THREAD

Tank Girrl sez “tank you,” and so do I. Tank you very much!
- randyman
- Post #10
- May 12, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta (Beta 6)
- randyman
- Post #993
- Apr 5, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta (Beta 6)

In a roundabout way, it might be … I was quoting Stephen Sondheim’s lyrics to Something’s Coming, from West Side Story. I wouldn’t be at all surprised if Avenue Q – another Broadway musical, though performed by puppets – paid homage to Leonard Bernstein's music from (perhaps) the most beloved...
- randyman
- Post #399
- Mar 28, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware 22.00 Public Beta (Beta 6)

Once again … a heartfelt ‘thank you’ to Cliff and all at Fractal – along with everyone involved in bringing this to us. Could it be? Yes, it could Something's coming, something good if I can wait Something's coming, I don't know what it is But it is gonna be great!
- randyman
- Post #68
- Mar 26, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Star Trek: Picard

I have always considered myself in Frakes’s debt for that Magic Carpet Ride. And for making Dr. Zefram Cochrane a stoner.
- randyman
- Post #68
- Mar 19, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
Star Trek: Picard

I’ve enjoyed Picard all along (no matter what anyone says!) but man – on the last two eps, they really hit their stride. Just dazzling. (And I won’t lie – I’m hoping that Amanda Plummer gets to call the Titan “you mother*ckers” before this is over. Or at least call Picard “hunny bunny.”)
- randyman
- Post #61
- Mar 19, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
Don't Tell Me You Love Me

Can I tell you that you are regarded with the highest personal esteem?
- randyman
- Post #6
- Mar 18, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Whats Cliff doing now?

I have no feature requests. None. Ever. (Except I hope that men in black suits never show up at my house, ‘asking‘ to take my Axe-FX III away.) But I do want to note that Cliff is the Secret Sauce that brings us joy every time we plug in our guitars. Cliff, whenever you break your intermittent...
- randyman
- Post #270
- Mar 9, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Large Font for Axe III

You are correct! : )
- randyman
- Post #6
- Mar 5, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Large Font for Axe III

Your best bet might be to use Axe-Edit with a computer that has a fairly large monitor, and set the resolution so that Axe-Edit fills the screen. It doesn’t seem practical to try to scale the font size on the Axe-FX III itself. (I could be wrong, but I haven’t heard of any efforts or plans to...
- randyman
- Post #2
- Mar 4, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Does Fractal have anti thump technology at the main outputs?

I rarely need to use it, but I’m sooo glad the Fractal Audio Systems forum comes equipped with a handy “ignore” function. It makes it easy to automatically silence those annoying whiners and puerile trolls. Voilà!
- randyman
- Post #42
- Feb 10, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.02 Public Beta (Beta 2)

I am not a superstitious person … period. My reasoning is that if five seconds are good … then ten seconds are twice as good! Right?
- randyman
- Post #270
- Feb 4, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Mic preamp models vs Neve 1073

I’m going to risk a tangent that’s clearly off the Axe-centric nature of this thread … but if anyone here is following because their main interest is a mic pre, you might want to have a look at Neve’s new 88M two-channel front end. Neve 88M Preamp Mine arrived two months ago, and now...
- randyman
- Post #41
- Jan 26, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Is there a consensus headphone choice?

I’ve been loving my Neumann NDH 30 open-back headphones. They were “developed with the aim of making the reference sound of a Neumann studio monitor setup, perfectly calibrated via [Neumann’s MA 1 calibration system] available everywhere in the form of an easily transportable headphone.”...
- randyman
- Post #101
- Jan 23, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Just got an Eventide H9000, how best to combine with AFX3?

I know this isn’t very helpful … but I’m dismayed at the thought of anyone using either of these tools in front of anything less than a FRFR system. So much is being lost.
- randyman
- Post #18
- Jan 9, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
NYE.PARTY.2023 - Free Axe-Fx III Preset!

I crawled out of bed, fed my cat, made my morning green tea, opened my web browser, and this is how my new year began. Many thanks, Matt … and happy new year to you, too.
- randyman
- Post #50
- Jan 1, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Gift of Tone #24 - TIM PIERCE

Thanks, Matt!
- randyman
- Post #29
- Dec 27, 2022
- Forum: News
Bought Myself a Christmas Present

Cliff was a very, very good boy last year … and deserves the very best of presents. After all – that’s what he’s always given us. Wishing you many fantastic hours with your new baby, Cliff! And thanks for showing us your personal space … that’s something that’s always interesting to see.
- randyman
- Post #67
- Dec 26, 2022
- Forum: Guitars
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays to All

Merry Christmas, everyone … with thanks for Fractal, and this great community. Yesterday afternoon I had a rare privilege … a friend’s daughter and son-in-law stopped by briefly to get a look at my studio before heading to my friend’s house for a get-together. Knowing the son-in-law played...
- randyman
- Post #38
- Dec 25, 2022
- Forum: The Lounge
Brrrrrrrr!!

55° F in Bristol, RI right now, but it will drop 40° … to 15° by tomorrow morning. A few days ago, I got my cat a hot water bottle … she’s on the bed with it right now, happy as a clam. Stay warm, everyone.
- randyman
- Post #44
- Dec 23, 2022
- Forum: The Lounge
So I did a thing

And I was proud of posting three .strandbergs*. But seriously … I love seeing people’s dreams come true. More power to you. (Literally, as in: tie in an additional 240 volt trunk from your power utility.)
- randyman
- Post #21
- Dec 21, 2022
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Suhr SSV and SSH+ pickups really noisy?

This thread is over a month old now, but I thought I’d jump in … Yesterday, my .strandberg* Prog NX 6 arrived, with Suhr SSV and SSH+ pups. I’ve been playing with Neumann open headphones, louder than I should. No issues. None. Went back and checked again, turning it up without playing...
- randyman
- Post #48
- Dec 20, 2022
- Forum: Guitars
The face you make when....

I’m so glad you shared this … sometimes you just deserve to yell real loud!
- randyman
- Post #5
- Dec 20, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
a .strandberg* triumvirate

As promised … the eponymous .strandberg* triumvirate. It came early! On the left: Doctor Tanya (DR Titanium). On the right: Mishka (Prog NX 7 Charcoal Black). And in the middle: the new and as-yet-unnamed Prog NX 6 Natural – and even though she’s juuuust right, I’m not naming her Goldilocks. I...
- randyman
- Post #20
- Dec 19, 2022
- Forum: Guitars
NGPD - Parts is parts....

So beautiful – you’re going to have a great time!
- randyman
- Post #41
- Dec 15, 2022
- Forum: Guitars
NGD Aviator Custom Guitars

Absolutely gorgeous – that burl is incredible. Wishing you many years of joy. My .strandberg* DR Titanium has a mahogany body & neck … it’s not a common guitar wood, but it’s wonderful.
- randyman
- Post #11
- Dec 14, 2022
- Forum: Guitars
IF YOU READ NOTHING ELSE, READ THIS!

I’ve been playing synthesizers for 50 years. I have a fair amount of expertise. I just got a new synth from Berlin … fantastic instrument. I just had to check it right out; plugged in the headphones, and away I went. Incredible. After a day or so, I thought it was time to get it connected to...
- randyman
- Post #137
- Dec 13, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
a .strandberg* triumvirate

I saw the announcement … I’m really curious about what that will look like … I have no doubt that it will be gorgeous.
- randyman
- Post #6
- Dec 9, 2022
- Forum: Guitars
a .strandberg* triumvirate

Congratulations on the neck-thru! I didn’t know there were still new ones out there. I remember the torture of trying to figure out if I could swing the cost … they’re beautiful guitars.
- randyman
- Post #3
- Dec 8, 2022
- Forum: Guitars
NGD: Onyx PIA (with Cosmetic Mods)

Good grief – I gasped out loud when the page loaded. That’s just stunningly beautiful … congratulations, and here’s wishing you many years of joy with your new baybay.
- randyman
- Post #37
- Dec 8, 2022
- Forum: Guitars
a .strandberg* triumvirate

It’s been fourteen months since I last popped up here to talk about new gear … I thought I’d come back, and beat the Christmas rush. I’ll try to keep this short and to the point. 2021 was a big year for .strandbergs in my house. In the spring, I started making installment payments on a Prog 6...
- randyman
- Thread
- Dec 8, 2022
- Replies: 19
- Forum: Guitars
Gift of Tone #5: CHRIS TRAYNOR

Thanks – that clears it up for me!
- randyman
- Post #9
- Dec 2, 2022
- Forum: News
Gift of Tone #5: CHRIS TRAYNOR

I’m a little unclear on how to use this on an Axe-FX III. The ReadMe says “The Axe-Fx III version is split into two FM9 presets, MAIN and MTM ("More than Machines")”, and there’s an additional preset called “CT3 RIG 2022.sys.” Que pasa?
- randyman
- Post #4
- Dec 2, 2022
- Forum: News
Leon appreciation thread!

It’s not enough to just “like” OP’s original post … Leon’s contributions are priceless. Thanks, dude.
- randyman
- Post #71
- Nov 11, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx Firmware Version 21.00 Public Beta #4 (Beta 4)

I will never tire of writing these “thank you” notes … and Cliff, the innovations you’re talking about for future release sound fantastic. I blink, and find I missed two betas! The evolution of the Axe-FX is a constant joy … makes me wish I was a “real” guitarist. But it’s helping with that, too!
- randyman
- Post #160
- Oct 29, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
This is a very expensive hobby lol

When you get right down to it, this whole “being born and going through life” thang is pretty expensive … so why not spend what you have on something worthwhile? I’m a keyboard player … after all these years, I’m still in guitar kindergarten … but my AXE-FX investments are still some of the...
- randyman
- Post #16
- Oct 20, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Are Fractal's efforts well directed?

Oh, good grief. I’ve said it before … Trolly troll trolls trollingly.
- randyman
- Post #138
- Sep 27, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Triple Axe-Fx III rack (now with demo)

Without even hearing it yet … my hat is off to you for the sheer brazenness of the concept. Great bolshy yarblockoes!
- randyman
- Post #10
- Sep 1, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
upgraded to new Mac OS; now Axe-Edit won't connect

Are you connected directly from the Axe-FX to the Mac, or are you using a USB hub or other peripheral? If you are using a hub, make sure it’s AC-powered, and not bus-powered. Also, if you have other gear connected to your Mac, try disconnecting everything else from your USB ports until you get...
- randyman
- Post #4
- Aug 23, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Speaker Thump gives me anxiety

Trolly troll trolls trollingly.
- randyman
- Post #3
- Jul 31, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
What is......

I see what you did there …
- randyman
- Post #15
- Jul 15, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Wireless Headphones in 2022

I’m responding in a way that’s clearly off-topic … but I just can’t resist, as some of the people visiting this thread might be interested. I just got a pair of the wired new Neumann NDH 30 open-back headphones, and I’m pretty much ecstatic with them. They differ from Neumann’s previous NDH 20...
- randyman
- Post #12
- Jul 11, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
RIP Alan White
- randyman
- Post #11
- May 27, 2022
- Forum: The Lounge
Why are so many people not relying on their ears anymore?

This may seem pretty much off topic, but I’ll risk it anyway … for anyone who enjoyed Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance. Robert Pirsig’s wife has released a new collection of writings and talks given by her husband, titled On Quality: An Inquiry Into Excellence. I enjoyed it very much...
- randyman
- Post #51
- May 26, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 20.00 Public Beta (Beta 4)

Wow. It was very cool watching the Axe step through all the presets, one at a time … it took a while, but no time at all compared to trying to do it manually! Thanks for the tip, Yek.
- randyman
- Post #167
- May 24, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Version 20.00 Public Beta (Beta 4)

Well, this is a milestone. The updates keep coming so consistently and reliably that sometimes, I neglect to say “thank you …” But to Cliff and everyone on the Fractal team, my sincere thanks. I’ve never owned a hardware or software product that receives support comparing to what you all...
- randyman
- Post #83
- May 24, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
AXE FX III USB Firmware Release v1.11 PRAISE

Ah … got it! I was missing something! Thanks.
- randyman
- Post #14
- Mar 1, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
AXE FX III USB Firmware Release v1.11 PRAISE

I’m curious … I thought that Macs didn’t need any USB driver from Fractal. I’m surprised it had any effect at all. What’s going on? Am I missing a joke?
- randyman
- Post #9
- Feb 28, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Does anyone know which ambient preset or settings Larry Mitchell is using at the beginning of his Sun. 1/30/22 performance on YouTube at 9pm EST?

Thank you, Larry - both for the preset, and for being part of our community. You, and others like you, contribute so much … and help make the Axe what it is.
- randyman
- Post #13
- Feb 10, 2022
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx Firmware Release Version 18.00

As always – thank you for all you do for us.
- randyman
- Post #9
- Dec 5, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Thanksgiving Menus??!!

I have a couple huge slabs of wild salmon that have been marinating for nearly two days, and I’ll be broiling Brussels sprouts with parmesan cheese and garlic. I’m making stuffing and gravy from scratch as a nod toward tradition, and my oldest friend Bob (who was the drummer in the trio we...
- randyman
- Post #8
- Nov 25, 2021
- Forum: The Lounge
Axe-Fx Firmware Release Version 18.00 Public Beta

And they said … “Christmas came early that year. Ho ho ho!” Thanks, Cliff and all Fractalians, for your ceaseless gifts.
- randyman
- Post #61
- Nov 21, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Post Your Axe-Fx III Rigs Here!

That looks like one extremely live room!
- randyman
- Post #1,353
- Nov 11, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Factory Presets 16.04

While the possibility of even more enhanced, updated presets is absolutely cause for celebration, I have to admit that my heart sank a little at the thought of your taking on that Sisyphian task once again. When Cygnus was rolling out, I was extremely conscious of what was going on in the...
- randyman
- Post #97
- Nov 2, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Strandberg Fusion ?’s

Congratulations! That really is a thing of beauty.
- randyman
- Post #42
- Oct 29, 2021
- Forum: Guitars
NGD – .strandberg* Prog NX 7

Hope I’m not overdoing this … but I got an identical pair of stands, and can now display my new Strandbergs side-by-side … along with Milla the guitar kitty. I’ve also given the seven-string Milla’s middle name … Mishka. So here they are … Milla, Mishka, and Doctor Tanya.
- randyman
- Post #8
- Oct 17, 2021
- Forum: Guitars
Axe-Fx Firmware Release Version 17.01 Public Beta #2

👈 Doubling down on my Leo request by joining the big cat brigade with a new avatar. (Nice kitty, Joe.)
- randyman
- Post #184
- Oct 13, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx Firmware Release Version 17.01 Public Beta #2

Putting in a request for Leo. Suggested attributes: Roaring, cacophonous.
- randyman
- Post #180
- Oct 13, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
NGD – .strandberg* Prog NX 7

Thanks for asking! Here she is … Milla, named after Leeloo in The Fifth Element. Her full name is Milla Mishka Multipass Walters. “Mishka” is what the animal rescue clinic was calling her, so I kept it as a middle name. She’s a sweetheart. Coming up on our 10th anniversary. Here she was the...
- randyman
- Post #7
- Oct 8, 2021
- Forum: Guitars
NGD – .strandberg* Prog NX 7

Whoa! Dude! I have the feeling this Seven is going to give me a lot to chew on for quite a while. But I am already considering a Standard 6 with a trem bridge, to use as a banger … They’re small, don’t take up much space, and my cat wouldn’t mind … unlike some spouses. : )
- randyman
- Post #4
- Oct 8, 2021
- Forum: Guitars
NGD – .strandberg* Prog NX 7

Today, the follow-up to my DR Titanium arrived … I’ll make this short for now, and try to be a little more articulate later, after I’ve slept. First, I’ve never played a seven-string, so I’m working on wrapping my head around that … Second, with the active Fishman Fluence Modern pickups and...
- randyman
- Thread
- Oct 7, 2021
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Guitars
Incoming NGD. Frank Bros Ultra Light

Holy moly – your new guitar is beautiful, your wife’s work is incredible … enjoy it all. There is good in the world.
- randyman
- Post #17
- Sep 30, 2021
- Forum: Guitars
The Axe-FX has ruined me . . .

My god, for the very first time in my life as a keyboard player, I can make an somewhat informed comment about an AMP. I got a THR30II mainly because – frankly – I thought it would make a great true-stereo portable Bluetooth music player. Anything else was a bonus. But once I started using the...
- randyman
- Post #5
- Sep 30, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Announcing Axe-Fx III Mark II TURBO

The replies write themselves, so I won’t bother.
- randyman
- Post #83
- Sep 28, 2021
- Forum: News
NGD – .strandberg* DR Titanium

Just to follow-up … I did it! I placed the order for the Prog NX 7 Charcoal Black – just like you see above – from Sweetwater. They tell me I’m #1 on the runway for that model and color, so if they get more than one, I get my choice. Nice! Aaaaand … they expect delivery by October 15. That’s a...
- randyman
- Post #20
- Sep 28, 2021
- Forum: Guitars
Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 17.00

Many thanks, from a happy and grateful MK1 owner.
- randyman
- Post #64
- Sep 28, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 17.00 Public Beta 3

I hope you can ignore the pressure you're getting from us … we all know everything you’re doing is for the common good! We need to give you the space to do what you do so well for all of us. Please take your time.
- randyman
- Post #88
- Sep 25, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
NGD – .strandberg* DR Titanium

I’ve made up my mind! I’m placing an order for a new Prog NX 7, in Charcoal Black. (The “Twilight Purple” was a little over-the-top for me.) I gave a lot of thought to going with a Standard, but decided to live by my own advice … “If you don’t spend a little extra to get what you really want...
- randyman
- Post #19
- Sep 25, 2021
- Forum: Guitars
Strandberg Fusion ?’s

Sorry you had that experience; my DR Titanium is immaculate. All fit & finish perfection.
- randyman
- Post #33
- Sep 24, 2021
- Forum: Guitars
Strandberg Fusion ?’s

Glad to hear that – my speculations seem to have been off base.
- randyman
- Post #32
- Sep 24, 2021
- Forum: Guitars
Strandberg Fusion ?’s

GiRa, I’m not sure whether or not that model will ever be back in production. I was paying towards one for four months at Sweetwater, and halfway through August the word came through that it was “No Longer Available.” I switched my order to a DR Titanium they had in stock, which I absolutely...
- randyman
- Post #27
- Sep 22, 2021
- Forum: Guitars
NGD – .strandberg* DR Titanium

Just a quick update … I love my DL Titanium. My Strat is ruined for me … it feels like I’m wearing a boat anchor around my neck. So I plan to get an additional Strandberg (!) shortly … one with a trem bridge. Best of both worlds. I’m going to wait until their announcement on the 22nd; they’ve...
- randyman
- Post #18
- Sep 17, 2021
- Forum: Guitars
Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Version 17.00 Public Beta

Yay! Thanks, Cliff and Fractal colleagues.
- randyman
- Post #40
- Sep 17, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
AITR

Ford Prefect? (and I promised I wasn’t going to go off topic again. Bad randyman. Bad!)
- randyman
- Post #828
- Sep 16, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
AITR

It’s not hard to imagine Cliff thinking “No good deed goes unpunished.” When the AFX III MKII was released, it was made explicitly clear that the MKII had additional memory to allow functionality that the MKI would not share. Cliff has let it be known that he has something cool in mind for the...
- randyman
- Post #425
- Sep 11, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
AITR

Takes me back to my ’60s Bakelite AM tube radio (actually, I was always partial to this one) (sorry for the off topic; I’ll stop)
- randyman
- Post #248
- Sep 10, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
AITR

MK 1 user: “Yes, sir … a little more, please sir … thank you very much.”
- randyman
- Post #238
- Sep 10, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
#%%^$£ USB

Yes, but you can do it easily, quickly, and with a high degree of specificity directly from the menu bar … and you don’t need to remember to go back and turn sleep mode back on.
- randyman
- Post #17
- Sep 8, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
#%%^$£ USB

For Mac users: to keep that Mac wide-awake and sleep-free, Why not try some Amphetamine? Free on the App Store.
- randyman
- Post #15
- Sep 8, 2021
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Announcing the New FM9 Amp Modeler/FX Processor

Congratulations to the entire Fractal team on another breakthrough product! And to those who were beginning to make fidgety noises about firmware updates … proof once again that Fractal never sleeps.
- randyman
- Post #108
- Aug 27, 2021
- Forum: FM9 Discussion