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Help with a screen problem

Hello my name is Gabriel Russo!! I have an Axe FX 2 Mark II. Yesterday my screen started to malfunction, it shows only one half of the info (left side) and it duplicates itself on the right side. I live in Argentina so no official service here. Any ideas of what can I do?
- grusso83
- Thread
- Mar 15, 2024
- axe 2 screen problem
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Axe FX II MFC 101 scenes?

Hey y’all! Im new to fractal audi equipment and recently acquired an axe fx II and MFC101 midi foot controller. It’s my understanding that the “Scenes” weren’t introduced until Axe III, but I know there is a way to switch between scenes on the Axe II but under different terminology, and i can...
- Slaughterback
- Thread
- Nov 16, 2023
- axe 2 mfc 101 scenes
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Axe Fx II Mark I (original) or the XL, based on my needs/situation?

Hi all! I’m a new member in here, from Belgium, and I still don’t have an Axe II but I’m planning buying one soon. :) I hope when I get it I can contribute with some knowledge, as this is a great forum with very informative tips and awesome users. :) My dilema: I am an home/amateur guitar...
- advideo
- Thread
- Oct 16, 2023
- axe 2 axe 2 xl
- Replies: 23
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Axe Fx 2 and Logic Pro Reamp issue

Hello Everybody, I am facing a problem trying to reamp a guitar signal from my Axe Fx 2. I am already changed the input source signal to USB in I/O seeting on my AXE FX and the input - output device on Logic to axe fx II. I create a new track(armed), solo the di track, i am listening the tone...
- xristosvp
- Thread
- Aug 13, 2023
- axe 2 logic pro reamp
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Placing a favorite floor pedal in my effect chain problem

Hi all! I am hitting a wall of brain fog and truly need help. Axe fx2. I wish to add my Wilde phase to my send and return loop.. How step by step do I activate the rear output jacks. Axe edit ? thanks in advance.. Bryan
- BSA
- Thread
- May 11, 2023
- axe 2 fxloop send effects
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Legacy Presets Driftwood Purple Nightmare - Free Preset

Here is a free preset from my Metal rhythm Pack for the Axe-FX II. This preset is based off of The Purple Nightmare. GET THE FULL PACK HERE https://strangeanglesmusic.com/shop/p/modern-metal-axe-fx-ii-preset-pack This pack is loaded with 21 Hi-Gain rhythm guitar tones. designed for the old...
- SolicitudeOfSound
- Thread
- Jan 18, 2023
- axe 2 djent driftwood higain metal preset
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Vendors
Using a European Axe FX in Thailand (and Asia in general, I'm guessing)

Hey y'all. Hope you're doing well! Long story short, I've moved to Thailand from Sweden and importing the Axe is currently underway. I got these "universal" kind of power sockets in my house that take most (if not all) connectors. I'm not savvy with electronics and all that, however, and I'd...
- MyDitzEgo
- Thread
- Oct 12, 2022
- axe 2 axe 3 power cable power conditioner
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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Can not use Axe Fx With Logic

I am trying to record my Axe 2 directly into Logic, using a blank audio track with nothing on it. I have Axe connected via USB and set as the input source, with the project set to 48khz sample rate, and output set to headphones from my mac. The constant problem i am having is that no matter...
- RinaiAc
- Thread
- Oct 6, 2022
- axe 2 logic pro problem
- Replies: 22
- Forum: DAWs and Recording
Code for international shipping of Axe FX

Hi all. Hope you're doing well! This might be wrong sub to post this in but I didn't know where to put it, so here we are. Mods are very welcome to move the thread if it better fits another sub. In any case... I recently moved abroad and had to leave all my stuff behind. In order for it to be...
- MyDitzEgo
- Thread
- Oct 1, 2022
- axe 2 code customs international shipping
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Edit (Gen I, II only)
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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
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Insanely loud reverb and delay on EVERY setting!

Hi, I've had my Axe-Fx II that I purchased second hand for a while now. I've been using it for recordings at home and have always kind've just made do, but I have always noticed that whenever I download a preset from Axechange or look at the presets that came pre-loaded from the old user, the...
- Meisoshi
- Thread
- May 6, 2022
- axe 2 axe fx 2 axe fx ii delay delay block reverb reverb block
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Why the switch controllers in AX8 was not avaliable for axe fx 2

Why the switch controllers in AX8 was not avaliable for axe fx 2 as It share the same archteture and axe2 is more powerfull ?
- taavila
- Thread
- Jan 13, 2022
- axe 2 controllers
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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MFC-101 Jumping To Different Preset

Hey Guys, I've got an odd one. When I land on preset X001 it always jumps to X383. This happens when I select it with a switch or if it lands on it when up or down. It doesn't do this on any other preset that I've found yet. I've reset the MFC and tried setting up anew preset in my AXE2-MK2
- Stevenhep91
- Thread
- Nov 9, 2021
- axe 2 mfc 101
- Replies: 0
- Forum: MFC Discussion
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Pitch block (AxeFx-II): shared controllers quick reference chart

Made this a while ago (and, reliably forgot to post it here!) as I couldn't find anything similar online. Don't know if it's going to be of use to anyone but I figure I can't be the only one who needs it. If you use different models on the Pitch block's different X and Y channels it may be...
- dawesy1986
- Thread
- May 21, 2021
- axe 2 axefx 2 axefx ii controller pitch block pitch controller pitch shifter
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Metallica Tone MATCH Presets

Hello Axe FX 2 friends ! Is it possible that someone can send me an .RAR File with the best Metallica Tone Presets? Specially the Clean Tone for (One),Sanitarium, and Nothing Else Matters. I bought the Axe FX 2 and im new. My tones are Muddy and im not good in tweaking tones:D I would be...
- respectedfx2
- Thread
- Apr 5, 2021
- axe 2 axe 2 xl fx8
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Tone Match
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stop outputs from clipping

so on my new axe2xl I am having issues with the user presets clipping almost constantly. I tried adjusting the threshold on the gate and no luck there. even tried adjusting the output on the amp block but the gate catches it if I lower the output level. I'm playing a seven string with a dimarzio...
- Christianx_xkhaos
- Thread
- Feb 25, 2021
- axe 2 axe 2 xl clipping comp i/o output seven string
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Separate channels for USB and guitar output?

Hi I just got an Axe FX 2 XL and I cant seem to figure out if I can listen to music on one channel and have my guitar on another channel. I adjusted the volume of the USB input audio to 0db the highest it will go, but my guitar is still louder than the audio. I was wondering if there's a way to...
- Christianx_xkhaos
- Thread
- Feb 25, 2021
- axe 2 axe 2 xl i/o i/o help usb audio
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Axe-Fx II Bypassed and silent when Logic Pro is open

Hi all, new Axe-Fx user here. I'm having some issues with Logic Pro - whenever I open it with the Axe-Fx II running (USB connection to computer) the Axe-Fx flashes 'Bypassed' and no sound is produced. My setup is guitar to front Axe-Fx input, Axe-fx acting as interface with USB connection to...
- Meisoshi
- Thread
- Jun 16, 2020
- axe 2 axe fx 2 axe fx ii axe ii bypass bypassed logic logic pro logic pro x recording
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Anyone have suggestions on how to get a heavy, jazzy tone like Spawn Of Possession? mainly for rythm guitar.

Ive tried modding Das Metall fx by turning up the mids and gain, but my palm mutes seem to be off, they sound choppy and muddy af. Im looking for those clean palm mutes, melodic high note tones, and alternate picking clarity Bryssling gets in this album, its so clean yet heavily distorted...
- mamafufu12
- Thread
- May 20, 2020
- axe 2 das metal jazz mark 2 progressive death metal spawn of technical death metal
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Tone Match
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Should I buy an used axe fx 2?

I am recently planning to upgrade my gear and was going around options. I am an intermediate level guitar player with some decent experience in recording, and I will be using the fx unit mostly in my home studio. I am getting an used axe fx 2 mark 2 at around $1300. Is it a good time to buy the...
- ujjwalgupta27
- Thread
- Mar 22, 2020
- axe 2 mark 2
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Guitar cover of Lynyrd Skynyrd's "I need You" , got some great tone, with Andrea Maccianti's bluesbreaker tone!

Guitar cover of Lynyrd Skynyrd's song "I need You" got some great tone, with Les Paul CC#8 , Rewind pickups, and the Fractal's bluesbreaker tone from Andrea Maccianti!
- Rob Suelfllohn
- Thread
- Oct 20, 2019
- andrea maccianti ax8 axe 2 axe 3 blues breaker fractal les paul
- Replies: 0
- Forum: AX8 Preset Exchange
Another 2 minute jam

Thank you for all the positive vibes on the last one. Hope y'all are having a great Sunday watching this. Cheers.
- gurtejsingh
- Thread
- Sep 7, 2019
- 2minjam axe 2 ernieball jp15
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
How to connect Axe-Fx II XL+ to Studio Monitors! Newbie here...Please HELP!

Hello dear all Axe-Fx fanatics, I recently bought an Axe-Fx II XL+ . I am going to run this through a pair of studio monitors that I am going to buy soon. I think I am going to buy a pair of PreSonus Eris E8. But I don't know what kind cables I should buy for using my Axe-Fx. My main purpose is...
- guitarair
- Thread
- Aug 13, 2019
- axe axe 2 axe 2 xl axe 2 xl+ studio monitors
- Replies: 26
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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FCB1010 + UnO, problems with Axe-Fx II

Guys, I dont know what to do. I followed instructions by Voes for software editing and I think it doesnt work. PC doesnt send data to FCB (used Ripwerx) and doesnt reckognize version of firmware (its new one, 1.0.4?. Do any of you have simple idea how to programm it? When I did it manually it...
- johnnyc
- Thread
- Jul 6, 2019
- axe 2 fcb1010
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
ToneQuest Series + Free Presets

Hey Guys, just starting out on the forum here and have had the Axe FX II for a while! I've started a series on my YouTube channel, called 'ToneQuest', where I am creating presets (using stock amps and cabs) for popular tracks and well chased guitar tones and sharing it with you all on the Axe...
- gurtejsingh
- Thread
- Jun 23, 2019
- axe 2 axe fx 2 axe fx 2 mark2 tone tonequest
- Replies: 18
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
AXE FX II wireless to MFC101?

Queston... Anyway, (or is this just wishful thinking) to go completely wireless from an AXE FX II to the MFC 101. I currently run MIDI to it from the AXE FX II which also powers it. Trying to find a solution to eliminate the cord from the AXE FX II to the pedal.
- rocstar688
- Thread
- May 23, 2019
- axe 2 mfc 101 wireless
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Axe-Fx 2 to Axe-Fx 3 Tone Match

Hey everyone So I have some presets that from the Axe Fx 2 that I want to use on my Axe Fx 3 however they feature the tone match block, and when I used Fractool to convert them onto/into the 3 everything carries over except the tone match block. Its there on the layout but the actual profile...
- Strizzwald
- Thread
- Dec 29, 2018
- axe 2 axe 3 axefx 2 axefx 3 tone match
- Replies: 37
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
FS AxeFX II mark II+MFC101 mark II+OSP 3U Road Case+25ft Cat6 cable $1750

You will get an AXE FX II mark II and MFC 101 mark II with a OSP road case 3U rack and a cat 6 Ethernet cable (25ft) that you can use to power and control the MFC 101 from the AXE II. I am the original owner of all the items. I have gigged with these but the AXE has been in the rack so the AXE...
- guitarfreak365
- Thread
- Dec 18, 2018
- axe 2 mark 2 mfc 101
- Replies: 2
- Forum: For Sale
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Bug? High Pitch Screeching especially when I boost the 4k & 8k range

I'm using the high gain PVH 6160+ Rhy B patch and I am trying to record rythym tracks but this high screech is bleeding into my tracks and it is super apparent when I lay my finger against the 1/4 cable (connected to the Axe but not the guitar) Here below is a recording of my finger being...
- Jeremy Bluteau
- Thread
- Dec 9, 2018
- axe 2 axefx 2 xl bug
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Bugs
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Using Logic Pro X to change the preset and scene on the AxeFX II

Pretty self explanatory in the title. I have followed various posts and videos step by step and i am still unable to change the patch i feel i am missing something. I am using the usb connection with the Axe FX II and Logic Pro X
- Daniel Ridding
- Thread
- Nov 20, 2018
- automation axe 2 axe fx 2 axe ii logic pro x
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Can I chain AX8 to Axe FX II to switch tones? or do I need the Foot Controller?

I ask because I want to do some tone crafting with AXE FX II in the studio but I want to switch tones with ease. At the same time I would like to take my AX8 to live venues.
- Jeremy Bluteau
- Thread
- Nov 19, 2018
- ax8 axe 2
- Replies: 3
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
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Inexpensive active FRFRs: Headrush1212, Laney LFR112, QSC CP8, ISP FS8...

Greetings from Spain (sorry for my bad english). I'm searching for an inexpensive FRFR solution for my AXE FX2. 400$ range. I've already read many of the threads about this topic, but I'm still a bit confused and I would like to delimit my options to the cheapest ones. Now, I'm playing several...
- Maegirom
- Thread
- Oct 15, 2018
- active cab axe 2 frfr frfr cabs frfr speakers
- Replies: 27
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Can an AX8 be used as a Foot Controller for an Axe-FX II Mark II for Studio?

I want the Ax-8 for a live lean setup, but I also have an Axe II in my studio. Do I need a foot controller and an Ax-8 separately? Or could the Ax-8 double as a foot controller in the studio.
- Jeremy Bluteau
- Thread
- Sep 26, 2018
- ax8 axe 2 foot contoller studio
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
WTB Closed. Looking for Axe Fx2 or Ax8 (EU)

Hi everybody, I'm looking for an AXE FX2 or AX8. I'm in Italy - Rome but will buy from everywhere if the price + shipping costs / tax is a reasonable one for a second hand unit. Thanks Marco
- Marco De Angelis
- Thread
- Sep 2, 2018
- ax8 axe 2
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Wanted
Why no pick attack?

I'm moving from a II to a III and have used the pick attack adjustment on all my main presets. Why was this removed? Is there a way to replicate it on the III?
- guitarfreak365
- Thread
- Jul 31, 2018
- attack axe 2 axe 3 pick why
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Tone Stack Location and its effect on Tone (Pre,Post,Mid,End)

I started messing around with the tone stack location on the Atomica High. I switched it to MID and I really liked how it seemed to cut through the mix more. Does anyone know in short what each location (pre, post, mid, and end) will do to your tone? Also does anyone use them? Some times I can...
- guitarfreak365
- Thread
- Jun 6, 2018
- axe 2 axe 3 location mid position stack tone tonestack
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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I'm clueless!

I'm contemplating changing my setup from a halfstack triple rectifier to axe fx II, but I'm a totaly clueless on how to even start. If I'm going for a live rig, how would I do that?
- Mavjo
- Thread
- Jun 6, 2018
- axe 2 live rig
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Going wireless worth the switch?

I've been contemplating going wireless for a while now. First I wanted to hear from some people who have changed already to see if it was worth it to them. I play 2 times a week in an environment that it would be helpful. I'm specifically looking at the Shure GLXD14R but I'm open to suggestions...
- guitarfreak365
- Thread
- May 11, 2018
- axe 2 guitar help shure wireless
- Replies: 71
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
Control looper and other momentary switches from DAW

Hi Guys, my II is now back from repair after the fire in my rehearsal room and while I´m about to create all the old sounds again I also want to get rid of my MFC live. Changing of presets and scenes as well as expression curves work propertly. But i just cant force the looper to do his work...
- Carmacore
- Thread
- Feb 28, 2018
- aleton axe 2 daw looper mfc101 midi momentary switch tap
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Axe fx II interface

Hi, sorry for some silly questions coming up. I have just bought an axe II and I am looking to start recording and mixing on my pc (with pro tools 12). My questions are do I need to buy a separate interface? If I'm using the axe as an interface, will it be ok to use to mix on, running superior...
- David1710
- Thread
- Feb 7, 2018
- axe 2 focurite interface pro tools spdif
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
FW Q9.04 Andy Timmons - Gone (Guitar Cover by Kirill Safonov) PATCH INSIDE!

Hello! :) Finally, I played Andy Timmons - Gone! This is one of my favorite songs by Andy Timmons. I tried to get as close to the original sound. In the patch I used a drive pedal, amp, cab and microphone - all in Andy's rig. Check it out! I hope you enjoy it! Guitar: Ibanez USA Custom 1992...
- Hamer90
- Thread
- Jan 30, 2018
- andy timmons axe 2 guitar-science ibanez kirill safonov mesa boogie
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Harsh Buzz (help)

When I play at home I have no issues, but I have a really bad buzz going on when I plug into the FOH setup (DL32 stagebox>midas m32) I've got it plugged into a furman power conditioner same as I do at home. The buzz is a lot worse when I'm on a single coil position. I've messed with the ground...
- snapper432
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- Dec 6, 2017
- axe 2 buzz
- Replies: 17
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Pros Switching to Kemper

I know probbaly posting this on the Fractal Forum might get biased answers, but I really just wanna bring up something I have noticed very recently with some bands. And would like to see what everone thinks about it. So I frequent watching alot of rig rundowns. I like to see what everyone is...
- Moshermax9
- Thread
- Nov 14, 2017
- axe 2 kemper pro
- Replies: 26
- Forum: The Lounge
Preset sound like Mats Haugen solo guitar on Nine album (Circus Maximus)

Hello, I would like to get a preset (AXE FX II) with a sound like Mats Haugen used in his guitar solos on Nine album. I think that the sounds like whit the Petrucci or Marco Sfogli. If anybody has a preset to share here, tks a lot.
- Guto Mantesso
- Thread
- Jul 19, 2017
- axe 2 marco sfogli mats haugen petrucci
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Acoustic tone match in mix!

Hey guys, been getting some nice feedback about my tone match on my previous post, so I decided to put it into a mix! Let me know what you think
- Milco
- Thread
- Jun 7, 2017
- acoustic axe 2 electric guitar guitar tone
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
WTB Axe II MK II or XL+ with MFC-101

hello there! i finally got the money to buy the best fx proc in the world! WTB an axe II MKII or xl+ shipped (only EU) with MFC-101. Show me what you've got!
- simonetron
- Thread
- Mar 21, 2017
- axe 2 axe 2 xl axe fx axe fx 2 fractal fractal audio mfc 101
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
POD MIDI Control Automatically Turning Effects OFF On Axe Fx

Hello, I'm using my Line 6 POD HD500x as a MIDI controller for my Axe FX II Mark II. I'm changing presets by changing the patches on the POD. But for some reason when I use FS8, right after it changes the preset it turns off all the effects I have in my preset. It only keeps the amp and cab. I...
- Armando
- Thread
- Jan 28, 2017
- axe 2 line 6 midi
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Fender Bassbreaker 15 + AXE-FX

Hi! I found very little posts regarding this topic. Does anyone have experience from running the Fender Bassbreaker 15W (or equivalent amp) silent recording Line Out (XLR) straight to AXE-FX2 and then simulating the power amp and cabinet with amp and cabinet blocks? The AXE-FX provides so much...
- mrmarshbank
- Thread
- Jan 2, 2017
- axe 2 bassbreaker cabinet modelling fender power amp preamp
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Sound Out Of Computer Monitors

Hey everyone, I'm wondering how I can play my fractal through my laptop monitors instead of the headphones? I'm going to get studio monitors but for now I want to jam through the computer speakers when my ears get fatigued.
- ElliottShredsGuitar
- Thread
- Sep 1, 2016
- axe 2 axe 2 xl fractal fractal audio sound troubleshoot
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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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
Instrumental Post Rock recorded entirely with Axe 2

Hey guys and girls, Back again. My last post got a bit of interest so I thought I'd share this latest track with you all. The guitars and bass here were all recorded using tones and cab sims from the axe 2. Some of the other effects are also thanks to some axe trickery! Feel free to have a...
- Jaredajp
- Thread
- Jun 29, 2016
- australian axe 2 instrumental majora majoratheband post rock prog rock
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings

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