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What specification12v inverter required to power the Axe II?

Hi A question for the technical sorts amongst us... not sure if it needs a pure sinewave inverter or what max initial draw it needs to be able to support? Thanks. Steve
- SteveD
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- Feb 6, 2016
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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AX8 power consumption

Hi Can anyone give the figures for 220 volts? Thanks. Steve
- SteveD
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- Feb 3, 2016
- Replies: 4
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
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Help! Vol dropout if i move extn 1

Hi All This has me foxed. I re-jigged my main patches to use global blocks in general. I have extn 1 setup to control the wah. Switch to patch, all ok, move pedal on extn 1 from heel down, instantly all volume cuts out. I've looked through all the blocks, extn 1 is only linked to wah, bypass...
- SteveD
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- Sep 6, 2014
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FXL block question

Hi. I have this inserted in several patches to route the signal to Out 2 to drive my amp/cab. But I only get signal on out 2 if I echo out 1 on 2. What am I missing? Thx.
- SteveD
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- Aug 22, 2014
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Mono Delay - fixed number of repeats possible?

Hi, Is it possible to do this (rather than control it with the feedback setting where the repeats always trail off)? Say 3 repeats & no trailing away. Thanks. Steve
- SteveD
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- Jul 21, 2014
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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The 15 presets are up on the support page..

^ This Sent from my GT-I9295 using Tapatalk
- SteveD
- Thread
- Jun 20, 2014
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Repetative strain?

Hi I thought others here must have experienced this sort of thing so thought I'd ask. I've just started practicing abt 8 hrs a week after not playing much. I'm getting cramp-like feelings in my arms if I practice fast stuff repetatively; I hv to slow down & then it goes off. Better when ive...
- SteveD
- Thread
- Jan 10, 2014
- Replies: 15
- Forum: The Lounge
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Wireless & the Axe - receiver output level?

Hi All Just got an Audio Technica ATW-R200 system second hand. I find the gain at full volume is quite a lot less than if I use a cable. Wont light the reds with the input level of the Axe right up with buckers. Never used wireless before so is that common? I'm compensating with the global amp...
- SteveD
- Thread
- Dec 7, 2013
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Patches for Muse Hysteria

Hi Anyone got patches for v11 or 12? Found some old threads but nothing recent. Cheers. Sent from my GT-I9295 using Tapatalk
- SteveD
- Thread
- Dec 5, 2013
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Opinions on the HD500 vs....

Hi all The other guitarist in our band has an HD 500. He's I asked me to setup some patches on it for him. I just ran through the factory presets (never great examples I know...) but they all left me cold. None of the valve 'aliveness' I want. Was running through a matrix 800fx & 212L cab...
- SteveD
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- Nov 17, 2013
- Replies: 15
- Forum: The Lounge
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Mfc expression pedal no comms to axe

Hi. I've calibrated the pedal ok on mfc but no green midi light on axe when I move it. Xp 1&2 ok with this pedal but not 3&4. Help! Thx Sent from my GT-I9295 using Tapatalk
- SteveD
- Thread
- Nov 8, 2013
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Seemless switching

Hi. I was under the impression that if I use 2 amp blicks using the x settings only I would get no hiccups when switching through scenes using the different bkocks. Howver I'm gettung a v audible drop out. Am I nissing something? Thx. Sent from my GT-I9295 using Tapatalk
- SteveD
- Thread
- Nov 3, 2013
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Scenes output level when using output2 via fx block

Hi I'm a bit stumped. I think that the scene output levels are not present on out2. Ok on out1. I'm using a fx block to out2 to a cab (out1 to frfr). How do I setup to control the scene level on out2 as well as out1? Many thx. Sent from my GT-I9295 using Tapatalk 2
- SteveD
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- Sep 29, 2013
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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OMG! This thing is now killer!

I dont post much but .....well... Just started up in a cover band after a 2 year break & setup my first serious patch using the II (been waiting for the firmware storm to abate!). I used to gig with the Standard. A Fender rig based on the Superverb. Wow! I'm going to use 8 scenes & switch a few...
- SteveD
- Thread
- Sep 21, 2013
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Reviews
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Question for the v11 beta testers

Hi Just starting up in a cover band after a couple of years break. I've avoided building any patches recently due to the rapid firmware development! If I create lots using 11b am I going to have to make major or minor tweaks when the finished 11 is released? Thanks. Sent from my Nexus 4 using...
- SteveD
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- Aug 25, 2013
- Replies: 68
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Wishing Well by Free - what effect?

Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk 2
- SteveD
- Thread
- Aug 24, 2013
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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fractalaudio.com down?

Hi, Have we killed the golden goose?
- SteveD
- Thread
- Apr 5, 2013
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Presets updated for 10?

Hi Anyone know if any of the presets are being reworked for v10? Thx.
- SteveD
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- Apr 3, 2013
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Seemless scene switching with 2 amp blocks?

Hi all I'm just trying to clarify if this works/can work as I'm getting popping as the scene shifts to the 2nd amp block. Using 4 2 stone amps. Thx
- SteveD
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- Jan 22, 2013
- Replies: 32
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Mfc up & down buttons not working

Hi. Just loaded 215 & now I hv the above issue. I did a rest on the mfc & formed on & off a few times - no dice. Any ideas? Many thanks
- SteveD
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- Dec 17, 2012
- Replies: 2
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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MFC 215 local & central flags don't match unzip error

Hi, I'm getting the above error when trying to unzip the files. I've tried it from the desktop - same problem. Pls let me know how to resolve this. Win 7 PC. Thx.
- SteveD
- Thread
- Dec 15, 2012
- Replies: 4
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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Help loading presets

Hi, When I load a preset (one of yeks or others) i just end up with an empty grid & thus no sound. On axe edit I can see the patch ok in the grid. Any thoughts on what's up? Thx.
- SteveD
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- Jul 28, 2012
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Mic into AXE-FX

Hi, This has probably been covered somewhere but I can't find it. Is there any kind of vocal mic that can be directly connected to the AX input 2, i.e. with a built in pre-amp or a battery powered condenser mic of some sort? I just want to use the smallest most minimal gear possible. I have a...
- SteveD
- Thread
- Jun 29, 2012
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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6 sounds good to me

Just back from hols so loaded up new editor, fw6 & the new patches with no trouble. I ran through the first 30 or so presets (at 6am - jet lag can be a good thing!), The problem will be choosing which sounds I like best. Most sounded v v good running with cabs off into an evm12 cab (at low...
- SteveD
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- Apr 30, 2012
- Replies: 24
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Reviews
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Pitch auto engaging when shouldn't

Hi All. I setup the wah to be controlled by extn 1 & set it to auto engage. The wah works ok but the pitch block also comes on. It's not set to auto engage & it's not connected to extn 1 at all. I'm a bit stumped as to why this is happening? Cheers.
- SteveD
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- Mar 3, 2012
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Admin et al pls checkout this

Not sure if this is generally known re 5.04 & axe edit latest version but well worth avoiding: http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii-bugs/47967-presets-corrupt.html
- SteveD
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- Feb 20, 2012
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Got my AXE II & a question re: recording

Hi All, Well I finally cracked (after waching all the Firmware upgrades & comments since it was released..) & ordered one from the States on Ebay - picked it up on Christmas Eve. This is good news for whoever was behind me on the G66 waiting list as you've all been bumped up 1!). Had a...
- SteveD
- Thread
- Dec 29, 2011
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Is a Crown CE4000 a good choice for powering 2 atomic cabs?

Hi All, One of these has come up & I wondered.... Thanks.
- SteveD
- Thread
- Sep 7, 2010
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Is a Crown CE4000 a good choice for powering 2 atomic cabs?

Hi All, One of these has come up & I wondered.... Thanks.
- SteveD
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- Sep 7, 2010
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Active vs Passive Atomic FR etc. - help pls!

Hi, I have 2 Active Atomic FR cabs & am happy with my sound but I also live in a 4th floor flat & I'm going to die if I keep carrying these things down & up when I gig so I need to get things a bit lighter. I use them as my back-line (I don't go through the PA - its not up to it & we only play...
- SteveD
- Thread
- May 6, 2010
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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A big thanks to all who post so much useful information here

I just wanted to tip my hat to all of you guys who take the time to post a wealth of incredibly useful information here. This forum is an education! I've had a Standard for about a year now & two Atomics Reactors for the last few months. Prior to getting the Axe-Fx I had no clue what an IR was...
- SteveD
- Thread
- Mar 12, 2010
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
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Good IR's for Classic Rock?

Hi, I know the only way to do this is to try but there's only so many hours in a day! I've read that Jay's far-miced IR's are good but can anyone point me at what they think might be good for classic rock using the 800 and Solo amps. I'm using an Atomic FR as a backline. Any suggestions greatly...
- SteveD
- Thread
- Oct 28, 2009
- Replies: 7
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's