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Wish Amp and Effects Request (Dimebag List)

I would like to request the Randall rg100es and Century 200. Effect Request: Rocktron Hush Guitar Silencer (The Stereo Model with the frequency filter) Furman PQ4 MXR Flanger/Doubler Aphex Exciter 104 I have all of these units (except the randall century 200) and would be willing to send them...
- tyekynan
- Thread
- Jan 24, 2024
- amp dimebag effects randall request solid state
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Wish List
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[SOLVED] Axe-Fx III sounded bad before Reset System Parameters

I am wondering if I am doing something wrong? I have used the headphone output of the fractal with a studio headphone (AKG K240 Mk. 2) and it genuinely sounds like ass: thin, flubby, and fuzzy. Totally different from YouTube videos with the same exact presets. The FX are killer though, but I am...
- MetalMan
- Thread
- Jun 1, 2023
- amp bad modeling problem
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
FM9 Using FM9 as interface

Using FM9 as interface with real amps and speakers. Also using FM9 for delay,verb, and looper.
- Jj1986jj
- Thread
- May 14, 2023
- amp fm9 interface live recording sa2200 speaker yamaha
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
FM9 Stereo hard panned JCM 800 with Dumble ODS 100

An odd pairing of amps i stumbled across. you should definitely try them together. JCM(Right) ODS(Left)
- Jj1986jj
- Thread
- Dec 29, 2022
- amp amps dumble jcm 800 ods stereo
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
How to copy parameters of a channel to another preset without overwriting that channel?

Hi Fractal Forum. I'm trying to build my dream preset with 8 scenes that will cover all of my sound needs during gigs. I can't for the life of me figure this one out.. My preset is called Fann1 and is number 0384. There I'm using the Double Verb Vibrato amp on channel A for 2-3 sounds. Then I...
- fannar182
- Thread
- Jul 22, 2022
- amp channels copy and paste
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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How to replicate the famous Dookie/Golub modded Marshall? (ie Green Day)

Trying to make a Green Day preset. Billie uses 2 100w Plexis, so I'm using the PLEXI 100W 70 since that should be the same amp. His amps are both modded- the top one is the famous Dookie/Martin Golub mod, which "cascades the front end and adds a master volume". What does cascading mean, is it...
- asclafani
- Thread
- Jun 23, 2022
- amp green day help marshall modded marshall punk
- Replies: 1
- Forum: FM9 Discussion
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Axe Fx II - Output 1 always clipping - HELP!

Hi all, I have a second hand Axe-Fx II unit that I've had for a while. I only use it for recording at home but I've been having issues that I've been putting up with until now. There are many patches that I download from Axechange or that came pre-loaded on the unit where there is an insane...
- Meisoshi
- Thread
- May 6, 2022
- amp axe 2 axe fx 2 clipping distortion output output 1 output 1 clip output clipping output1
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Fm3 as Cab Simulator

Hi everyone! My question is: Does anyone know if I could use my Fm3 just as a cab simulator with a real head (I think maybe it depends on the head having a line output)? I'm not sure that can be done, I think not. But if possible I would like to use my head with a real 212, the fm3 for effects...
- Tremonster
- Thread
- Mar 6, 2022
- amp cab cab ir cabsim effects fm3 head output
- Replies: 16
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Wish Soldano Hot Rod (schematics included)

I've been researching Silverchair's huge post-Frogstomp tone recently and found that they used Soldano Hot Rods. Not sure how different these are from the other Soldano models or other "hot rodded" amps for that matter. There's also video from back in the day where Leon mentions the HR-50+ is...
- sixtystring
- Thread
- Oct 20, 2021
- amp hot rod soldano
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Wish List
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Fractal Audio and amp profiling

Hi, first time poster. I heard rumours on TGP about Fractal having an impending patent on some amp profiling technique or something. Wanted to come straight to the source and ask if there is any information about such? Maybe if there's already been discussion about this you could point me to the...
- Olli_A
- Thread
- Feb 11, 2021
- amp patent profiling
- Replies: 66
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
WTB Trade my Supro head and cab for JMP 100

Would like to trade my Supro black magick head and cab for a Marshall JMP 100 with 4x12 cab. I'm located in Waco Tx. so, I'd be open to a drive to the surrounding cities; Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, and so on. Here is the amps listing...
- musicology
- Thread
- Oct 27, 2020
- amp black magick jmp marshall supro
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Wanted
WTB Looking For VHT 2150

Looking For VHT 2150. Hit me up with what you have. Thanks
- musicology
- Thread
- Oct 8, 2020
- 2150 amp power power amp rack vht wanted wtb
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Wanted
Help getting this guitar tone

From 0:10 - 0:27 What amp and cab from the sound do you think the player is using judging from the tone?
- ApocalypticKatana
- Thread
- Aug 16, 2020
- amp cabinet guitar how
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
Bogner Atma Preset (ARES)

Hey friends! Here my Bogner Atma preset for axefx2 axefx3 and AX8. Has 6 Scenes + one of my own custom IR. Hope you enjoy! 😊🎸
- Andrea Maccianti
- Thread
- May 16, 2020
- #axefx2 amp andreamaccianti ares ax8 axefx3 bogner patch fractal audio fractalaudiosystems tone
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Marshall PLEXI 100w Jump Preset
- Andrea Maccianti
- Thread
- May 1, 2020
- amp andrea maccianti ax8 axefx 2 axefx3 fractal fractalaudio marshall plexi rock patch
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Just bought Axe-Fx III

So I just bought this rig and I was super stoked to get it. So far, the experience hasn't been the best. There is no help with understanding the device, you have to Google random forums and reddit posts to find out that you have to update the firmware and install the proper drivers, and figuring...
- ZebulaJams
- Thread
- Apr 29, 2020
- amp channels delete help how to new presets scenes
- Replies: 47
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Friedman BE C45 Preset
- Andrea Maccianti
- Thread
- Nov 17, 2019
- amp andreamaccianti axefx 2 axefx3 fractal audio fractal audio systems friedman be friedmanc45 patch preset
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
MESA/BOOGIE Lone Star Preset

4 Scenes.
- Andrea Maccianti
- Thread
- Aug 24, 2019
- amp andrea maccianti ax8 axefx 2 axefx3 fractal audio mesa boogie patch preset tone
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Reb Beach

Some Reb Beach stuff. All guitars was recorded with AxeFx2 Backing Track created by me. Hope you enjoy!
- Andrea Maccianti
- Thread
- Jun 27, 2019
- amp andrea maccianti axefx 2 backing track fractal audio fractalaudiosystems guitar reb beach rock tone
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Testing a new Lead Guitar Tone
- Andrea Maccianti
- Thread
- Jun 19, 2019
- #fractalaudio amp andrea maccianti ax8 axefx 2 axefx3 fractalaudiosystems lead sounds rock patch tone
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Magnatone Panoramic Stereo Amp?

Not necessarily needing the stereo capabilities, but I played this amp today and was FLOORED by it and a few other Magnatones I checked out. I intend to TRY and approximate it but would be ETERNALLY grateful if the good folks at Fractal could actually properly model this beast!!! The reverb and...
- Danny Hayoun
- Thread
- May 19, 2019
- amp ax8 magnatone vintage wishlist
- Replies: 20
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
WTB Seymour Duncan Power Stage 170 [EU]

Hello, i would like to buy a used Seymour Duncan Power Stage 170 in the best possible condition from Europe, i live in Athens, Greece. If someone has one and wants to get rid of it please make me an offer. Thanks.
- m3talmike
- Thread
- May 13, 2019
- amp duncan power seymour stage
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Wanted
FS Splawn Nitro 100 Head PRICE LOWERED!

I have for sale a Splawn Nitro amp head. 100 Watt. Excellent condition. Works perfectly and is an absolute MONSTER!! If you are looking at this, you KNOW what this amp is. I am asking $1399 & $85 shipping. Splawn website say: *All the Splawn tone with more saturation and voiced for a...
- novorandall
- Thread
- Mar 29, 2019
- amp axe tube amp
- Replies: 0
- Forum: For Sale
Dedicated cabs to Amp-types

@Cliff: Is it possible create a possibility to get information with which built in standard cab you created your Amp-modeling for the certain types? I recently played in vacation with my old POD HD (which is so far wüaway from Axe Fx). When you chose an amp there is a dedicated cab automatic...
- Feiner-mechaniker
- Thread
- Mar 16, 2019
- amp amp and cab matching cab
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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Carvin R1000 noob

Hello! Our band is new to having halfstacks! Last year we got a Carvin R1000 for our bass rig paired with an Ampeg 4x10. After 5 months which included a tour and several shows, two speakers ripped. I think there was too much power for the speakers to handle. I do know know much about speakers...
- Illicit Nature Official
- Thread
- Jan 17, 2019
- amp ampeg bass bass amp blown speakers cab carvin carvin r1000 eminence r1000
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Suhr PT100 Preset
- Andrea Maccianti
- Thread
- Jan 1, 2019
- #axefx2 #fractalaudio amp andrea maccianti axefx 2 xl fractalaudiosystems guitar patch preset suhr
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Inherent hiss in amps?

I'm asking in regards to the Brit 800, and comparing with the Friedman 2018 model. Both amps have similar character, but the Friedman has more gain with less background hiss. I've found that the hiss is mainly caused by the 'Bright Switch' being engaged. I've been using the Brit 800 with it...
- Caleb Hart
- Thread
- Oct 7, 2018
- amp hiss modelling noise
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
PARK 75 In The Mix NO Post-Production
- Andrea Maccianti
- Thread
- Sep 19, 2018
- amp andrea maccianti ax8 axefx 2 fractal audio fractalaudiosystems guitar mix patch preset
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
PARK 75 Preset

E dopo quasi 5 settimane di fermo (causa tendinite) si riprende piano piano, anche se il dito indice della mano sinistra non è al 100% Ma lo scopo di questi video è quello di presentare il preset. Quindi niente acrobazie :) PARK 75 4 Scenes.
- Andrea Maccianti
- Thread
- Aug 27, 2018
- amp andrea maccianti ax8 axefx 2 axefx2xl blues fractal audio patch preset rock
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Vetta combo HP

hello everybody, I have a vetta combo that i don’t use anymore. I have an AX8 , :D. But, i think that i can use the speaker as frfr cab. I have found no specs. I just know what is written on it. Does someone try? ( sorry for my english i am french)
- bzh76
- Thread
- Jul 22, 2018
- amp cab
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Hole in between?

Hi there. I am new here. I don't have the ax8 unit and don't know if i will but it. Some people tells me that when they change amps, there is a "big hole" in between, a sort of interrupted sound. Is that it?
- Roberto Marra
- Thread
- Apr 5, 2018
- amp ax8 problem sound
- Replies: 8
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Problems switching from physical cab with a mic to direct

Im kind of lost. I have been running my axe fx ii with a real cab with the cabinet modeling off. Last night at practice I decided to go direct and switch the cab modeling on to a similar cab to what I own. A MESA 2x12. Any way I thought it sounded killer and seems very transparent and cutting...
- guitarfreak365
- Thread
- Feb 15, 2018
- amp block cab direct
- Replies: 4
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
PRS Archon

Please add the PRS Archon amp.
- Shamash
- Thread
- Feb 6, 2018
- amp archon prs
- Replies: 0
- Forum: AX8 Wishes + Bugs
Momentary DPDT Footswitch to control Boost

Hi! I have an MFC101 and I've just got a footswitch loaded with 2 toggle DPDT to connect on it and I'd like to know if it is possible to control BOOST parameter of the AMP Block with it. I'm trying to avoid using an expression pedal for this, but when I used this footswitch, BOOST parameter stay...
- rascarvalho
- Thread
- Jan 16, 2018
- amp block boost dpdt footswitch toggle
- Replies: 11
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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Live amp solution for the Axe Fx II

Hi everyone, I’m new here, I’m thinking of buying an axe fx II, I play in a jazz/fusion context, and I only have a small jazz combo and it’s tones don’t cut it for me. I’m in a tight budget and I was wondering what would be the best live amplifying solution for little money to start with! Ps: I...
- Darki
- Thread
- Dec 16, 2017
- amp amp solution live amp live performance
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Review of Blue Ella vs. the original Blue MoFi Headphones

Review of the Blue Ella vs. the original Blue MoFi Headphones TLDR; If price is no object go ahead and buy the Ella. If you have the original MoFi’s and are happy with them there are a few upgraded features that might help make a decision to upgrade. If you are on a budget I cannot recommend...
- MAYissues
- Thread
- Aug 15, 2017
- amp blue ella headphones mofi review
- Replies: 6
- Forum: The Lounge
Rig/rack/amp stand

Hello folks! I'm on the lookout for either a rig-, a rack- or an amp stand, whatever one would call it. Something to help me put my rig way up in the air, to prevent me from bending down every time I need to turn a knob/press a button on my Axe while playing upright. I'm using a "SKB R8W...
- moffar
- Thread
- May 1, 2017
- amp rack rig stand
- Replies: 18
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
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Amp into Passive FRFR using Axe FX Cabs?

I recently acquired my matrix FR10p and had an idea, but not sure if it would work or be safe. Using a tube amp into the passive frfr cab, but using the axe fx in the fx loop to use the cab simulation? My thoughts are that the amp powers the frfr cab like normal and that with the axe being in...
- damo_512
- Thread
- Apr 29, 2017
- amp frfr fxloop
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
The Ultimate Amp Tweak Guide: "ML Method"

This is definitely the FAQ #1 for me. I've talked about this "ML Method" a couple of times in the past but there hasn't really been a proper video explaining how it's done so I tried to create a quick explanation video... and failed miserably, so instead here's a 28min video going through the...
- ML SOUND LAB
- Thread
- Mar 20, 2017
- amp eq settings guide mlsoundlab tutorial tweaking
- Replies: 41
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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How Many Watts Do You Actually Need? PA Speakers

Hey guys, I've made a few posts here already in preparation for my AX8 which just got delivered a few hours ago! So a question I'd like to ask in regards to amplification is how many watts do you actually need? At the moment I'm looking into the Mackie series and am having trouble deciding...
- MattJR
- Thread
- Sep 9, 2016
- amp loudness mackie metal pa speakers speaker
- Replies: 23
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Pros and Cons of Different Powered PA Brands/Models?

Hey guys, I have an AX8 due to be delivered very soon and I still haven't decided on what speaker I want. My mind is set on a powered speaker, its just that it's hard to track down what certain speakers do best. The brands I've been researching are Mackie, QSC, JBL and Yamaha. I only want one...
- MattJR
- Thread
- Sep 8, 2016
- amp jbl mackie metal power qsc k12 speaker yamaha
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Spillover with different amp blocks

Having some problems with spillovers between patches with different amp blocks. Wondering if anyone can help. Today I decided to start messing with routing the Axe for FOH as well as into my poweramp and cab. I've been going just into an amp and cab for years so the direct thing is pretty new...
- tsmith6788
- Thread
- Aug 24, 2016
- amp amp block axe 2 axefx spillover
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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MFC 101 - Axe FX Mode - Scene Midi PC#

Hi, I have an Axe FX 2 XL and MFC 101 Mk3. I am running the MFC in Axe FX Mode and would like to program a single preset which has buttons 1-5 change scenes as well as send a PC# Midi message to my Marshall JVM 410c. The other IA buttons I would like to assign to Axe FX functions like 'Delay...
- malcolm86
- Thread
- Jun 30, 2016
- amp channel instant access switch marshall jvm mfc midi pc# program change scene scenes
- Replies: 0
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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small frfr for jazz questions

Hi all, First of all: Finally Ive ordered new axe fx ii three days ago, it should come soon - I am so excited! So obvioulsy I am a 100% newbie here, please excuse unpolished questions. In any case: Thanks in advance for all your help - this forum is simply great. Since I am (obvoiusly)...
- jezeline
- Thread
- May 29, 2016
- amp jazz monitor small
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Spongier Sound - Amp Tweak

Does any one know which amp parameter I need to change to get a spongier amp drive sound?
- cnaufel
- Thread
- May 25, 2016
- amp parameter spongier
- Replies: 2
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Post Amp Moddeling FXloop EQ-ing Filtering low & highs & separate Block

I bought ROKIT 6SE monitors and Native Komplete Audio 6 for HOME and have made loads of presets to play with. See lot's of people having the CAB directly after the Amp. And when going live through PA it sound pretty similar then the Rokit 6 monitors. EDIT: So nowaday's I trim the LOW CUT FREQ...
- musicman0001
- Thread
- Apr 30, 2016
- amp cab filter pa speakers real tube and cab simulation
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Is Axe Fx Viable?

I have heard from people like Ola Englund that the Axe Fx isn't as good as real amps. But isn't tone really subjective? Personally I think that Periphery has some of the best sounding guitar tones that I've heard on an album. I haven't bad much experience with real tube amps but I really do like...
- Volvagia
- Thread
- Mar 18, 2016
- amp axe fx 2 xl comparison recording tone
- Replies: 104
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Rack Case that looks like a guitar amp head?

Does anyone know who makes a rack case that has the appearance of an amp head like a Marshall, Mesa etc.? I'm sure someone has posted something but it's kind of an oddball thing to search for.
- pull75
- Thread
- Mar 1, 2016
- amp case head rack
- Replies: 17
- Forum: Amps and Cabs

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