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Why so many amps?

I am posing this question not to be controversial, but to get an understanding of how other folk use the amps in their Axe FX. It takes me a while to learn an amp and then, from there, I can usually get a wide range of tones using the standard amp controls and my guitar controls - I am pretty...
- MNG
- Thread
- Mar 6, 2020
- Replies: 46
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Questions on Axe III physical interface

I had a go on the III yesterday and was very impressed and, whilst I have been telling myself that I don’t need one, I am now questioning that. Whilst it doesn’t come across in any of the video’s that I have seen, the III does sound and feel better than the II - it’s a bit like comparing a hires...
- MNG
- Thread
- Dec 5, 2018
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
FS SOLD - Axe-fx II XL, MFC-101 & RAC12

I’m looking to sell the three items as a package for £1,800. Cost new over £3,000. I am based in the Midlands, UK. If there is any interest, then I will gladly post photo’s. This rig was bought to run in addition to an identical set up that I have but, due to circumstances, has never been used...
- MNG
- Thread
- Nov 9, 2018
- sold
- Replies: 4
- Forum: For Sale
Tips on selling gear - eBay etc

I am about to start selling some of my gear and, not having sold anything previously other than p-ex, am somewhat inexperienced. I listed a guitar on eBay yesterday, first one to go, and am getting a fair amount of interest. One guy contacted me with some questions and we got talking about...
- MNG
- Thread
- May 2, 2016
- Replies: 21
- Forum: The Lounge
Axe VST Plugin on the Horizon?

This would be a fantastic development and looks like it could be up for development judging by the Jobs Page on the Fractal site. Senior Audio Software Developer Fractal Audio Systems is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our software team. The ideal candidate will have...
- MNG
- Thread
- Oct 24, 2014
- Replies: 25
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Midi control of basic amp settings

Is it possible to control the basic amp settings by midi - i.e gain, master, bass, mid, treble, presence? I love the fact that it is like playing a real amp now, but I don't like the fiddly controls. I have a Yamaha DG1000 pre amp which has automated knobs and it would be great if I could use...
- MNG
- Thread
- Mar 26, 2014
- Replies: 37
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Where do you sell your gear?

Just wondering where and how folk generally sell their gear as I have no experience. I've sold a few guitars through an online dealer recently, but there's a cost in doing that which, if split between seller and buyer, both benefit. I have acquired a lot of high end gear over the years and...
- MNG
- Thread
- Feb 16, 2014
- Replies: 28
- Forum: The Lounge
FW Update - disconnect midi?

I just noticed this comment on the download page for 13.0; Zip Archive - Feb 8, 2014 - NOTE: Always disconnect MIDI/MFC/Pedals during firmware updates. One of my Axe units is in a rack cabled up to a Vafam rack panel strip. I have no devices connected when upgrading FW but should I still...
- MNG
- Thread
- Feb 8, 2014
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Pinch harmonics

Maybe just me, but I used to find it harder to generate pinch harmonics with the Axe than on the real thing, but now it seems that they just fly out of this black box since FW 11. It's like a sonic firework show. In fact, all types of fingering, manhandling and physical tweakery shine through...
- MNG
- Thread
- Sep 6, 2013
- Replies: 24
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Remember the days of being outmoded

One thing that bugs me is buying something technology related only for a new and better version to come out shortly afterwards. I suspect that most people feel that way to some extent. Imagine if your Axe was stuck at the FW version you bought it with and how you may be feeling looking at the...
- MNG
- Thread
- Aug 30, 2013
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Reviews
FW 11.0 crackling when USB connected and CAB sims on

Problem resolved - user (schoolboy) error. Not sure that this is a bug as I haven't seen others have this problem, but I've spent ages trying to resolve this so, if anyone has any ideas, I'd really appreciate your input. As the title says, the Axe crackles dreadfully when connected by USB to...
- MNG
- Thread
- Aug 30, 2013
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
Great replacement fan

I have a 2nd Axe II for home use and the fan was very noisy, way more so than my other unit. You could hear it 20-30 feet away and even hear it over headphones when playing quiet passages. The issue was that of transfer of vibration into the Axe chassis as opposed to the fan itself. I have...
- MNG
- Thread
- Feb 17, 2013
- Replies: 30
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Which amps for bass

I have recently used my Axe II with a 5 string bass guitar for the first time and was very pleasantly surprised with the results. Out of interest, I tried using my stock USA clean patch with different cabs - the bass specific cabs - and it sounded great right off the bat with only some minor...
- MNG
- Thread
- Sep 4, 2012
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Retro Channel has landed - first impressions

My Retro Channel Power amp has finally arrived - probably the first in the UK. First off, Lance has been great to deal with and responds straight away to any queries. I have so far only had time to test it out at home and in mono only. I use my Axe II for recording and my Ultra in 4CM mode...
- MNG
- Thread
- Jul 23, 2012
- Replies: 27
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
MFC-101 not picking up all effets

I haven't seen anybody else refer to this and I am no midi expert, so it could well be me. My MFC-101 loads all patch names from the Axe (Ultra) and swaps presets perfectly well. I have assigned the footswitches to the various effets within the Axe - I didn't actually change many from the...
- MNG
- Thread
- Nov 8, 2010
- Replies: 2
- Forum: MFC Discussion
Firmware 9.0 but no parameter changes

I'm confused having upgraded to 9.0. The upgrade was confirmed as successful and both my Ultra and Edit display firmware as being 9.00. A brief review of my own patches reveals some change, most notably more bass. However, the parameters are exactly the same as they were for 8.07 and I can't see...
- MNG
- Thread
- Nov 20, 2009
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion