expression pedal

  1. danielworks

    Seeking Advice on Adjusting EV-1 Pedal Excursion

    Hello everyone, I’m experiencing some issues with my EV-1 pedal. Specifically, I’ve noticed that: The pedal feels very loose in the middle of its sweep. It becomes quite tight toward the end. There is 1 or 2 dents in between these areas. I’ve opened the pedal, but I couldn’t find any...
  2. D

    Expression Pedals (Volume & Wah Wah) for FM9

    Hi Everyone; I'm New here and this is my 1st Post. I play a Ton of GIGS, Forever, but these days mostly Small/ Medium, and I Own EVERYTHING, But I'm about to order my 1st FRACTAL, the FM9 and am VERY EXCITED! My question is; The one thing I'll miss from the HELIX is the built in VOLUME/WAH...
  3. J

    Gordius Little Giant: external expression pedal does not show up in external switches

    Question for any of my fellow Gordius Little Giant users out there.. I can't get an expression pedal to show up in the external switches list (LG2ControlCenter). Has anyone encountered this problem? If I change the setting in "Jacks" back to "Used for external foot switch" then the switch...
  4. D

    Ring Modulator laser effect

    Hi! I made a video with a cool use of the Ring Modulator (I believe) Laser effect, drop effect, combination with killswitch.
  5. P

    configure pedal

    Hi guys I posted a few days ago, the first time in years. I never really connected with the ax8 but now I'm back with the fm3 and really like it. I am RTF(ractal)M 😁 + the wiki but I'm new to fractal and it's taking time. I've been reading the forum for quite some time now and I'm so impressed...
  6. R

    Dual expression pedal with FM3

    Hello there. I recently got a Lehle dual expression pedal with the intention of using it with my FM3 in order to use one exp pedal which has two outputs with a latching mode to have volume and wah functions in the same scene. But after 3 days of search and trial, I could not figure it out and I...
  7. Peixe

    Connect Boss Ev-1-WL Wireless to FM3 as a MIDI expression pedal

    The Boss EV-1-WL have an MIDI Out jack connector. I wonder if it is possible to connect that output to the MIDI IN of the FM3 with some adaptor and if that will actually work.
  8. Bode

    EV-1 Planetary Gearing - what does that mean?

    The EV-1 and EV-2 are listed as having planetary gearing but I don't see any photos to show how that actually works. I know how planetary gearing work, but not how it is implemented in the Fractal pedals. I have taken a few volume/expression pedals apart and even 3D printed my own. Most of the...
  9. N

    Bug? - Expression Pedal Crackling

    I have a patch that is fairly simple In one instance I can engage the 'Filter Block' with a lo pass sweep dedicated to expression pedal 1. The Problem is that whenever I 'sweep' (the expression pedal forward and back) with the filter block engaged, a crackle is introduced. with the expression...
  10. E

    Expression pedal issue

    Hi, I have a problem with calibration of my expression pedal (EV-1). Range of calibration shows 11 of 100 in his max position. What I should do?
  11. C

    CPU Crashing Way Below 80%

    I just got an expression pedal and I've been playing with different applications. Tried attaching it to the Gain controller on the Drive block (using the Klone) so I could play with different gain settings and it makes this weird high-pitched computer sound and locks up so I need to restart it...
  12. T

    Using an expression pedal to control external midi gear

    Hey, I’m trying to assign an expression pedal (connected to fc12) to control an external effect via midi CC (instead of having an additional dedicated exp pedal for that external effect). I know the midi block can send CC data, but in a static way - where as I’m looking to use an expression...
  13. T

    Hotone Ampero Press with FM3 range issue

    Hi all, I own the FM3 device and very enjoys the sounds i'm getting. Just bought an expression pedal for it - the Hotone Ampero Press expression pedal Does any one tried to control the FM3 with it? I plugged it in, but for some reason the max range I can get with it (e.g in Wah) is only up to...
  14. Eduardo Ferraiuolo

    Brand new EV-2 issue

    Hello! This brand new EV-2 arrived yesterday. Is this an issue with an easy fix that I can deal with or is it better to return it?
  15. GregL225

    EV-1 Connected to FC-12 - Toggle Wah Block On/Off (Bypass)

    Guessing it's probably not possible since the EV-1 Expression Pedal has no toe switch, but is there some way I can configure a scene in the AXE-FX III with a wah block that can be activated or bypassed using only the EV-1 pedal? I'd like to be able to engage the wah effect with a single action...
  16. M

    Toe switch expression pedal LED mod (No batteries needed)

    This adds a status led to your expression pedal that has a toe switch for keeping track of the on/off status. It doesn't need a battery it just takes power from the switch jacks. So if you have the toe-switch plugged into SW1/2, and set up in the MFC as XS1, you can use switch 2 to power the...
  17. D

    Boss FV-500H parameters (linear?)

    Hello, I'm using 2 Boss FV-500H expression pedals (through a midi controller), because I read they have a 'linear taper' for expression. My findings are that they do not feel 'linear' at all! When the position from the pedal is approx: -0% - 20%: not much happening -20% - 40%: feels like the...
  18. C

    Control external pedal with AXE FX expression pedal through midi out

    I have an external pedal (HOG II by EHX) connected to my Axe FX signal chain. Its MIDI IN is connected to the MIDI OUT of the Axe FX, so I use the latter to send program and control changes to the external pedal, to change presets, etc. However, there is one thing I am unable to understand how...
  19. C

    Expression pedal trouble

    I am desperate. My expression pedals work fine when connected directly to the rear of the Axe FX III unit (I call it then as "Pedal 1" when assigning it to modify parameters), but not when connected to the expression input of the FC-12 (in that case, I call it as "FC 1 Pedal 1" when assigning it...
  20. P

    Expression Pedal Set Up Problem

    hi everyone, newish FM3 user here. Loving the unit so far and just took delivery of an EV2 expression pedal to use primarily as a modifier for amp gain in individual scenes. I have set up the pedal and calibrated it however it seems that it is functioning as a volume pedal the whole time. I...
  21. camilovelandiamusic

    Peculiar Expression Pedal setups?

    Hey guys! Was experimenting with assigning expression pedals to different parameters. What are some of your favorites aside from the obvious and why?? Here are mine: *Volume Block after cab block controlling "Volume" parameter (a common one) to control overall volume, before delays, verbs...
  22. NDESMAREST

    🇫🇷 Les Tutos de Nico #2 - Axe-Fx III - Pédales de WahWah, Whammy et Volume. 🎸🎸🎸

    🇫🇷 Les Tutos de Nico #2 - AXE-FX III - Pédales de WahWah, Whammy et Volume. 🎸🎸🎸
  23. NDESMAREST

    AFIII One expression pedal can do it all ! ;-)

    With an EV-1 and an Axe-FX III, I have an expression pedal that can do it all! I switch from a clear arpeggio sound to a big lead disto sound just by moving the pedal ! 👌😉
  24. Megahertzz

    Implemented Tuner engage on exp. pedal heel down.

    I want to be able to set up an expression pedal so that the tuner engages when the pedal is in full heel down position, regardless of which parameter and block the pedal is controlling. Mainly I want this to be able to quickly access the tuner between songs when I turn down volume on the volume...
  25. Megahertzz

    Tuner engage on exp. pedal heel down

    Is there a way to set up an expression pedal so that the tuner engages when the pedal is in full heel down position, regardless of which parameter and block the pedal is controlling? I want to be able to turn on the tuner when I turn the volume of either a volume block or output block all the...
  26. V

    Not a Bug Expression Pedal set out1 level to zero

    Hi, I have an issue with the out1 level of my Axe-Fx II XL. I tried to connect a BOSS FV-500H to Pedal 1 to use it as an expression pedal. But as soon as I selected "Pedal 1" in Out1 Volume in the I/O > CTRL menu, my output level 1 dropped to zero. I assume that the BOSS FV-500H is not...
  27. Marciel Marcasso

    EV-2 Problem ...

    I'm using the TRS Fractal cable and I'm having this problem on the expression pedal. (it arrives at 0, but when I force a little more it goes to 10) EV-1 works normal, only EV-2 has this problem .. what can it be?
  28. ThrillGrill

    Expression Pedal - Decrease Gain, While Increasing Volume

    Friends, I have an expression pedal set up to control amp gain. When I roll the pedal back to decrease gain, obviously I am losing volume. Is it possible to set up the controller to increase volume slightly as I decrease gain? Thanks!
  29. axedude

    Expression pedal doesn't work ! HELP !

    Hey All, Recently bought an AXE FX 3, and a Dunlop DVP4 Mini expression pedal to control some of my effects like Wah etc. I've followed everything in the manual about calibration, but no matter what I've done I CANNOT get this thing working. So incredibly frustrating that its hurting my...
  30. gdgross

    Mini expression pedal with switch

    Hi guys, I'm in the process of shrinking my pedalboard. I'm changing my EBJr volume pedal to a DOD mini expression pedal. Now I'm looking for something like a mini cry baby for expression. I like the feel of the mini crybaby as a wah, and I do use my expression with my Ax8 to control wah...
  31. Theurge

    Electro-Harmonix expression pedal experiences?

    I was just wondering if anyone has tried the new plastic pedals out yet. They’re cheap and lightweight and I like the adjustable ‘range’. I’ve no issue about them feeling plastic as long as the pot is linear, the throw long enough to be usable as a volume pedal or to blend effects in and they...
  32. F

    Programming EXP controllers with Axe Fx II and Boss Es-8

    Hi guys Swear this ES-8 will be the death of me but here goes nothing. So most functions I've sussed out to control the Axe Fx II, however I cannot for the life of me get expression pedals working. So this is what I am using to control the axe fx: - Boss ES8 - Mission Engineering SP1 (to turn...
  33. I

    [Solved] Expression pedal reversed with new AX8 Firmware

    Just installed the latest Firmware for AX8 (Quantum 10.01)... and now my expression pedal sweep is suddenly reversed and not smooth. This happens on both my EV1s, and the pedal calibration page displays the reversed action too. In other words, heel down is giving me 100% instead of 0%. I...
  34. T

    Wish MFC 101 & Dunlop Volume X Calibration Issues

    For some reason, when I go calibrate the pedal it only goes up to level 2 or 3 min & maximum despite the pedal being all the way up/down. I know the pedal is in perfect working condition cause when used as just a volume pedal it is consistent. It just doesn't want ro calibrate. I've tried a...
  35. T

    Bug? Dunlop Volume X Calibration Issues

    For some reason, when I go calibrate the pedal it only goes up to level 2 or 3 min & maximum despite the pedal being all the way up/down. I know the pedal is in perfect working condition cause when used as just a volume pedal it is consistent. It just doesn't want ro calibrate. I've tried a...
  36. Petunia

    (solved) Help - control GEQ and wah simultaneously

    Hi folks - I once knew how to do this, but my brain has lost the knowledge. I want a volume boost when I use my wah, without needing to hit an additional switch. How do I get a GEQ block to engage automatically, with a constant level of 1.8 db, when I engage the wah? (My wah is set to...
  37. S

    Trouble sending controller data to DAW

    Hey everyone, I have my AXE-FX II (FW Quantum 6.01), connected to my Mac (OS X 10.11.6) via USB. I have a Behringer FCB1010 connected to the midi in of the AXE. I have a volume block being controlled by the FCB via CC41. When I move the expression pedal the 'Midi in' light lights up on the...
  38. A

    Rocktron Midi Mate & Boss EV-30 Help

    Looking for some help setting up a Boss EV-30 expression pedal with my Rocktron Midi Mate and Axe-fx 2. I would like to run the pedal through the rocktron instead of having to run a cable all the way back to the axe-fx but I cant seem to get the axe-fx to recognize the pedal through the...
  39. Mesatallic

    Record AX8 Wah Expression Pedal MIDI Data into Logic X

    Hi, I would like to record MIDI data from the movement of my expression pedal (External 1) into Logic X. (so I can automatically control a wah block later on) Does anyone have any experience with this? Thanks. NOTE: I've some experience with MIDI. I can change the AX8 Banks/Presets/Scenes...
  40. Rock Mixer

    Expression Pedal

    So now that I have the AX8 I am thinking expression pedals. I probably want to have 2. One for wah and one for volume or fx volume. The Fractal EV1 looks nice. $178 shipped to my door, so not the cheapest, but I am sure it is super quality. Just wondering if anyone has any other suggestions...
  41. Omega

    Controlling Delay/Repeats With an Expression Pedal

    Hello, This is my FIRST post to the forum, so please bear with me. I have an Axe-FX II and a MFC-101 pedal board. I would like to control the number of repeats (a.k.a. "regeneration" -or- "delay-feedback") via an expression pedal. As an example, when the pedal is "heel down" it would be the...
  42. K

    Using Ernie Ball Jr as expression pedal with AX-8

    Hi, guys! I have an old Ernie Ball Jr volume pedal lying around, and got the idea of connecting it to one of the AX-8 expression in's using a TRS Y-cable. Do any of you have experience with this, and are there things I have to know about, fx as to not put unnecessary strain on any AX-8...
  43. Armando

    Expression pedal modifier value resets when changing patches

    Greetings! So I'm using my POD HD500x as a MIDI controller for my Axe FX II, and I have the expression pedal of the POD set up to control External 1. On the Axe I have a Volume block in all my presets which are controlled by external 1. The problem is, no matter what position the pedal is in...
  44. Ducking Autocorrect

    Building out a pedalboard

    Hi, I have been saving for an AX8 since they came out and just ordered one. Now I have the task of building out the rest of my pedalboard. My gigs are kind of unique in that I need to be very mobile and get in/get out quickly and quietly. My goal is to end up with a light weight pedalboard...
  45. S

    Newbie Needs Help! (MFC + Dunlop DVP3)

    Hi, I'm a relatively new AxeFx II user and a new member to the forum. I am currently trying to setup my Dunlop Volume X DVP3 as an expression pedal via a TRS cable into the MFC 101. I would like to use it for Whammy, wah etc.. I've watched every expression pedal setup videos on youtube, read...
  46. Paperjace

    Assigning Exp. Pedal to ONLY Volume block on Scene 1 and ONLY to Wah block on Scene 2?

    I'm not at my Axe FX computer right now so I can't test, but was curious about expression pedal assignment. I have one expression pedal and would like to use only one expression pedal to keep my pedalboard light and compact. Right now, I have a preset that has Exp Pedal 1 assigned to a Volume...
  47. glombi

    Wish Finer graduation of time settings in auto engage function for expression pedal

    I use an external expression pedal with auto engage set to "position" for my wah block. As I often operate it near to the heel position, "fast position" or "medium position" will turn of my wah very often unintendently. "Slow position" on the other hand most of the time takes too long to turn...
  48. drubarlow

    Expression Pedal Help

    I've been reading through the AX8 manual this evening trying to find an answer to the following question to no avail. It wouldn't be hard to guess it, but I'll just go ahead and say, "I'm new." I recently bought a Mission SP-25M-Pro Aero expression pedal for use with my AX8, but I can't figure...
  49. Mark Scrivener

    Wish Expression pedal switching (ala Expressionator)

    On the AX8 it would be cool if we either had a control switch that changed what the expression pedal was driving (with the level held at the last position when the pedal was switched to something else), or perhaps expression pedals could have different assignments per scene. There is a 3rd party...
  50. A

    EV-1 Expression Pedal Setup Problem

    I have set my new EV-1 Expression pedal up and calibrated it per the instructions in the manual through my MFC-101 (XP1 Port) and Axe FX II. Every time I attach a modifier to a parameter value, the following happens: -When the heel is all the way down (which is set to the 0 value/off position)...
  51. Pete1959

    Any news on the EV-2 pedal

    I recall some time ago, there was discussion that Larry Mitchell was recording a video and was using a prototype mini expression pedal identified as an EV-2 Since then, no word, no news. Any hope to be released? While I am please with my EV-1, I would like to pair it with a smaller pedal. DOD...
  52. glombi

    AX8 still a rack device?

    Hi, I'm pretty sure that the AX8 is intended as a floor board for live use. Sound, user interface and robustness are perfect. But there is one thing that really irritates me - the layout of the connetors on the back side of the unit! Those are still aranged as for a rack unit. The jacks are...
  53. M

    Ultra and expression pedals

    can anyone tell me if they have used an Ernie ball vp jr with the ultra and how was it, what's the most suited or best one to use with it. Thanks guys
  54. glombi

    Mission EP-1 Expression Pedal - Touch (Wah) Mod

    Hi, I would like to share this mod also here, to maybe get even more feedback and proposals for improvement... Regards, glombi http://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/mission-ep1-expression-pedal-touch-wah-mod.123220/
  55. glombi

    Mission EP1 Expression Pedal - Touch (Wah) Mod

    Hi, I just finished a little mod that I want to share, even though I'm not sure how reliable this will be. But maybe you have some proposals, how to improve this. It's not AX8 specific, but I use it together with my AX8... In my analog rig I use a G-Lab WoWee-Wah that I really love. It sounds...
  56. Feodor Saveliev

    Wish Morph with Expression pedal

    Hi, good people of Fractal! I didn't find it on wiki and this why I am asking. It would be great to have morphing function related to expression pedals. It may have variety of uses : mix different blocks (toe - delay for solo, heel - enhancer for riffs), mix different types within a block (toe -...
  57. Smittefar

    How to reverse external switch globally

    I just got the Mission SP-25L 'Aero'. It has the cool feature that the base lights up, when the toe switch is engaged. My problem is that AX8 thinks, the pedal is ON, when the light is OFF and vice versa. I could reverse the 'min' and 'max' settings in the modifier menu each time I use the...
  58. H

    Changing output volume with latching switch?

    Ok - I'm stumped and hoping that someone can tell me if this is possible. I've been using a NosePedal Expression Preset Switch in EXP2 to cut my output volume slightly when needed. I generally run the volume full up but if I need a quick way to pull back during a quieter spot it's come in...
  59. Muad'zin

    Cannot get a 2nd expression pedal to work

    Hi, I've got an Axe FX II XL+ controlled by the MFC101 through the faslink cable and I cannot get a second expression to work. They're both plugged into the MFC. The first one is in Ext.2 and works perfectly as it should. At first I had the other one in Ext.1 but that only seems to function as a...
  60. CactusTone

    Loud Noise with Ethercon & Exp Pedal

    I'm using a Best-Tronics Ethercon cable to connect my XL II+ to the MFC-101 MKII. When I don't plug in my Mission SP-1 it is perfectly quiet. As soon as I plug in the SP-1, however, there's a loud, persistent noise coming through the speaker. If I use the SP-1 along with the MFC using a 7-Pin...
  61. Ytolyccuz

    DB Instruments 4E Dual Axis Expression Pedal

    Hi Fractalites, Would like to ask if anyone has this in their axe fx 2 rig? Would love to hear your feedback on this. Thanks! http://dbinstrumentamp.com/drupal/content/4e-dual-axis-expression-pedal
  62. Ytolyccuz

    Mini Expression Pedals for the Axe Fx 2

    Hi Fractalites, Would like to ask for your recommendations on a high quality mini expression pedal. I don't have enough space on my temple audio duo 24 pedalboard. I shall be purchasing a couple of these soon and these are the two models I'm looking at: AMT Ex-50 Dunlop DVP4 I've seen...
  63. Pa5calG

    Roland EV5 expression pedal calibration error

    Hi all I recently purchased a Fractal AX8 and it's killer. Totally loving the unit. I have discovered an issue when using a Roland EV5 expression pedal. When I calibrate the pedal, the minimum reads as 0 and the maximum reads as 94 (when it should be 100). When I move the wheel on the side...
  64. Pete1959

    New AX8 owner

    Hello Forum members Just got the pedal a few days ago and loving the factory presets. I have been a long time user of the Boss GT family of gear and now using a combination of GT100 and a GP10 to use with my GK3 equipped Strats. I would still keep the GP10 as alternate tunings and models come...
  65. brianv4

    Bug? I'm calling it a bug...

    i first noticed this with the AX8 but now it works this way on the axefx too. if you have a parameter, let's say delay mix mapped to an expression pedal and the pedal is not connected, the delay goes to the maximum value set. So, you must have the expression pedal plugged in or bypass the...
  66. ozanerkal

    Make Your Own Expression Pedal

    Hi everyone! After a period of searching for affordable expression pedals, i finally found one.. for FREE :) Well not exactly free, but in my case I consider it free because I made a very simple modification on my existing wah pedal which I haven't used in years. The steps were as follows: 1...
  67. EricBic

    BUG: Alien noises

    I think i've found a bug that i've been able to recreate. I've added both preset and sound clip below. When using an expression pedal to control wah, input drive, delay mix after a few seconds i get very strange noises. Changing presets doesn't seem to help, only a reboot. This is my setup: Ax8...
  68. F

    What do I need to use a expression pedal?

    Do I have to have a mfc floor board in order to connect and use a expression pedal? And how many cables do I need for one expression pedal and what kind?
  69. J

    4 crucial questions.

    I have a few crucial questions. Hope you can shed some light. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I have been thinking whether to go "standard cab" or "FRFR". Things to consider: - 1st...
  70. ZenRigs Man

    I modded an EV-1 to feel like a regular Wah pedal. Full details inside!

    Hey folks! Hope you're all well. A couple of months ago I received 3 Fractal EV1's to replace the expression pedals on my board. I LOVE the EV1's, they feel fantastic, look awesome and are super responsive for controlling stuff on the Axe FX. As much as I tried, however, I couldn't get used to...
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