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Implemented Deluxe Tweed Jump amp model

Ok, so the new "59 Bassguy Jump" amp model is brilliant. How about adding a "Deluxe Tweed Jump" model that captures the interaction of the controls. That would be awesome!
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Dec 29, 2020
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Wish List
12.08 Reverb "Economy" Mode and CPU

So, how much CPU does Economy Mode save vs Normal? I sold my AxeIII and am using the FM3. Looking forward to this trickling down to the FM3 because the reverb is a CPU hog.
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Jun 3, 2020
- Replies: 17
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Closed Ability to turn off the flashing tempo light

This came up in a thread, and I thought it should probably be a wish list item. Would like to see the ability to turn off the flashing tempo light added to the firmware in a future update. Thanks for considering this request!
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Jun 3, 2020
- Replies: 21
- Forum: FM3 Wish List
Fixed Stand-In Switches do not honor HoldFunctionMode setting

1.04 Beta 7 HoldFunctionTimeout = 0.50 SECONDS HoldFunctionMode = SWITCHUP With these settings, hold functions on Stand-in switches are executed in 0.50 seconds, not on switch up.
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- May 25, 2020
- Replies: 3
- Forum: FM3 Bugs
Wish CPU allocation when using effects only (no amp block)

My understanding is that the Amp block uses its own dedicated CPU core and most (all?) the FX use the other core. If this is the case, it's a shame that the CPU core that is dedicated to the Amp block cannot be reallocated for something else. Wish: It would be awesome if the FM3 could...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- May 17, 2020
- Replies: 6
- Forum: FM3 Wish List
Implemented Block Library: replace

When saving a block library definition, FM3-Edit does not allow using a name that has been previously saved. You have to save it with a new name. Would like to see the software add the option to overwrite the perviously saved block definition with a prompt asking the user to confirm the overwrite.
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- May 1, 2020
- Replies: 6
- Forum: FM3-Edit
Wish Ring Off/Dim/Bright Status

I think we would all agree that the ring display should consistently indicate the following states for an effect: Off - The effect is not present in the current preset Dim - The effect is present, but turned off Bright - The effect is present and turned on Current State: It appears that the...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Apr 24, 2020
- Replies: 22
- Forum: FM3 Wish List
Fixed [FIXED 1.04 Beta 4] Stand-in Switch does not work on first tap

1.04 Beta After power up, the first time you tap a stand-in switch it does not work. You have to tap it again for it to work. This is true for both switches (I am using two Boss FS-5U switches). This is only a problem for the first tap immediately after powering up. Subsequent tap or hold...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Apr 22, 2020
- Replies: 27
- Forum: FM3 Bugs
Implemented Scene Manager: names

It sure would be nice to click on the scene name list (lower right list in the dialog) in Scene manager in order to change the names of the scenes. As it is now, you have to change to each scene in order to edit the name. Not the end of the world, but it would be easier to click on the names in...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Apr 22, 2020
- Replies: 2
- Forum: FM3-Edit
Wish Global Blocks

Would love to see global block supports for the FM3
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Apr 18, 2020
- Replies: 35
- Forum: FM3 Wish List
Wish Stand-in Switch overrides

It would be useful to override a stand-in switch function on a layout. As an override, users who don’t want to assign the stand-in switch function in each layout can assign it globally and not be bothered with assigning it in each layout.
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Apr 18, 2020
- Replies: 5
- Forum: FM3 Wish List
[Implemented] Setlists

I know this is a long standing request for the Axe3, but a floor based performance unit really needs a setlist function.
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Apr 18, 2020
- Replies: 7
- Forum: FM3 Wish List
Will Performance Pages be added?

This would be so useful on the FM3! Are there plans to add this to the interface soon? 1.03?
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Apr 3, 2020
- Replies: 30
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Display Layout Name while editing FC

This is an "it would be nice if" request, not a high priority. It would be nice it the Layout Selection would display the Layout Name instead of the Layout number. That would make it easier for users to link a button to the intended page instead of trying to remember which page is which based...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Mar 15, 2019
- Replies: 0
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
WISH: Execute a 2nd Function per switch- RESOLVED

I'm aware of using the Hold function to get two separate functions assigned to one switch. This is a wish to add a second function to the Tap button assignment. Example: Tap Function 1 = Preset +1 Tap Function 2 = Layout 3 In this example, the idea is to change presets, and then...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Feb 25, 2019
- Replies: 5
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Possible Bug: Volume Block level when the FC/Expression pedal is not connected

From the AxeFX III Manual: The MIDI/Remote Menu Initial Value: External Control 1-16 These sixteen parameters specify the initial value to be used for each of the 16 External Controllers (p. 150) when the Axe-Fx III is powered on. This value persists until data is received from the MIDI...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Feb 19, 2019
- Replies: 15
- Forum: FC-12 and FC-6 Controllers
Implemented Quick Access to Amp Block Tone Parameters

The one thing that I have found in the AxeIII interface that could use improvement is quick access to the amp block's basic parameters. I'm actually shocked that it went through beta testing without this being identified as a needed function (maybe it was identified and is already slated to be...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Mar 23, 2018
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Wish List
Last night, I had a dream that I got an AxeIII

But try as I might, I could not find any cables in my house to plug it in! No headphones either!!! I guess you could call that a nightmare.
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Mar 8, 2018
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
I just bought a XiTone MBritt 1x12

Got it from a guy on The Gear Page. He will be shipping it this week so I won't have it until the end of the week or so. I just sold a CLR, which I really liked, with the intend of getting the lighter Neo version in the future. A used MBritt popped up so I figured I'd give it a try. It's the...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Oct 16, 2017
- Replies: 21
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Seeing two FAS artists this week...

I saw Dweezil Zappa last Sunday. I have seen him 5 or 6 times over the last 10 years. He's really got the AxeII tones dialed in, although he does use a lot of supplemental pedals. I really enjoyed the setlist this time, with the exception of one or two of Frank's songs that I don't agree with...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Jan 28, 2017
- Replies: 2
- Forum: The Lounge
Quantum 2.0 coming to the AX8 in 3... 2... soon?

I see Quantum 2.0 has been released. For the first time since getting the AX8 and selling my AxeII I am missing the AxeII... Hopefully well see it ported to the AX8 soon!
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Feb 4, 2016
- Replies: 58
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Can one expression pedal with X/Y and Scenes do this?

I would like my expression pedal to function as a Volume pedal in Scene 1, and as a Wah in Scene 2. Ok, no problem... except, I don't want want the wah to come on immediately when I switch scenes, I want to use Auto Engage. It seems like this should be doable. I tried using XY states for the...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Dec 23, 2015
- Replies: 16
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
How about an AX8 Wish List Sub-Forum?

There are lots of great ideas for future FW updates scattered throughout various threads. It sure would be nice to have a specific wish list sub forum so these ideas don't get lost in the shuffle here. And thanks to FAS for hosting such a useful forum!
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Dec 22, 2015
- Replies: 8
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Brit Floyd Presets

Ok, I'll get us started. DaveE asked me to convert the Brit Floyd presets to the AX8. The original thread with the AxeFX presets and info can be found here: http://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/brit-floyd-presets.102305/ A few things to note: There are some comments in the thread about the...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Dec 21, 2015
- Replies: 39
- Forum: AX8 Preset Exchange
Selected Switch Shown in Inverse

When you turn on/off a switch, the selected switch display is shown in "inverse" in the display. Ok, not so bad, because I just clicked it and it serves to show which effect will be edited if I press the Edit button. It also shows which button I am editing if I want to change the button...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Dec 21, 2015
- Replies: 10
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Just ported some presets from my AxeII and...

...they didn't sound the same. My process is to "Save as Blocks in Library" in Axe-Edit, and then recreating the preset in AX8 edit by reading the block library and imposing each block one at a time (there's another tread detailing the process). The Axe preset just sounded clearer and more...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Dec 21, 2015
- Replies: 16
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Any AX8 news from the pedal show?

Someone said in another thread that FAS was going to be at a pedal show this weekend. Did anyone here happen to go? Were they showing off the AX8?
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Dec 5, 2015
- Replies: 42
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
New Fractal-Bot 2.6.0 adds AX8 Support

I just opened Fractal-Bot and it said a new version 2.6.0 is available with AX8 support. Won't be much longer now!
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Nov 13, 2015
- Replies: 12
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
How about some micing tips for Tone Matching?

I watched Cliff's tone match tutorial and that was what got me interested in trying this out. In the sticky thread, someone suggested the Behringer ECM8000 as a budget reference mic so I went ahead and bought one. Should have it late next week and then I'm heading down to a friends house to...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Dec 22, 2012
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Tone Match
Dweezil Zappa - Live in the Moment

Just received my copy today. A bunch of guitar solos in the spirit of "Shut up and play your guitar". Cool stuff. Thought I'd post something here since 95% of this was recorded with his Fractal rig. I have no affiliation with DZ. If this is not the proper forum to post in, then a mod can...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Dec 12, 2011
- Replies: 4
- Forum: The Lounge
LF Jr Tuner Response Sluggish with Axe-FX II?

Posting here before trying the JF forum since it doesn't seem to get a lot of traffic. I just picked up a Jr this week and am having good success getting everything set up. The Jr has FW version 2.17 and the Axe-FX II has 3.02. When I engage the tuner from the Jr, the response of the...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Nov 19, 2011
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
ZpZ and RTF last night

A few observations: The mix for both bands was fantastic. I was in the 4th row center, close enough to hear the stage volume and just far enough back to hear the PA speakers. Nice stereo mix and really clear. ZpZ is a fairly big band with 8 members and every instrument was clear and in the...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Aug 17, 2011
- Replies: 2
- Forum: The Lounge
Tuner Offsets on/off

I would like to see a way to selectively access the tuner with the tuning offsets turned on or off. Ideally, there would be some indication in the MFC display to indicate whether the offsets are turned on or off. This will be a great help when switching between instruments equipped with the...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Dec 23, 2010
- Replies: 6
- Forum: MFC Wishes + Bugs
Saw Dream Theatre last night....

I'm more of a casual fan (I find the singer tolerable at best) but a friend was going so I figured I'd join him since it was a small club show at the Newport here in Columbus and I have never seen them before. Interesting band. Relentless... they could use a little more pacing in the setlist to...
- ethomas1013
- Thread
- Jul 3, 2010
- Replies: 18
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion