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Should I get an Axe FX 2?

Hey, ever since I started out playing guitar I wasn't satisfied with my tone (or any tone I came up with). My first amp was a cheap modeling amp and then I moved on to tube (Peavey 6505) and now I'm playing via Reaper and some free VSTs. But none of these could give me that sort of satisfaction...
- Fabrilax
- Thread
- Aug 3, 2022
- advice axe fx 2 help help noob setup audio newbie purchase questions starting
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
First Fractal! What should I know going in?

Hey all! I have an FM3 on the way: it's my first Fractal anything. What should I know going in? That's the low-context version: here's the long one. My most recent rig was: Boss SD-1 Fryette Deliverance (Synergy SYN-1 Module) Two Notes CAB M+ Seymour Duncan Vapor Trail Deluxe Meris Mercury 7...
- Killstring
- Thread
- Apr 11, 2022
- first post fm3 newbie
- Replies: 61
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Newbie

Good morning all, Newbie to the Fractal world. Received an FM3 yesterday. Looking forwards to reading through the posts and learning how to use this beast. Keep safe everyone. John
- john_mackinnon5
- Thread
- Dec 26, 2020
- newbie
- Replies: 13
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Newbie Axe-Fx III rig starting point

I'm new to this all, but I have sold a bunch of gear and I'm about ready to take the plunge into the Axe-FX III arena. In addition to recording I do three types of gigs: electric guitar, bass and solo acoustic. For bass, it is my hope that an Axe-FX III with a large powered frfr cab will do the...
- Kelleys Heroes
- Thread
- Feb 15, 2019
- acoustic guitar bass amp newbie
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx III for Logic Pro X DI recording

I'm contemplating the purchase of and Axe-FX iii. For the first few months, while I figure out the learning curve, it will sit in my studio and be used for recording electric, acoustic and bass parts. I use Logic Pro X, and though I haven't been particularly inspired by the stock amp/cab mods...
- Kelleys Heroes
- Thread
- Feb 15, 2019
- logic pro x newbie recording axe fx
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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Newbie Setup and Monitor questions

Hello, I just got my axe fx 3 and I'm loving it! And I hope this is the correct area to ask this question. But I have a question on how I should setup my audio equipment for my very casual playing situation. I'm a casual bedroom player (not doing professional work anymore) and I like to play...
- Jzbass25
- Thread
- Feb 15, 2019
- interface monitor newbie setup
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Axe-Fx II Epiphany - Unintended Consequence

O.K., newbie here. I had a revalation after getting the Axe FX II. It seems super obvious now, but I didn't see it coming... Basically if you look at each major amp category or family, the various amps in that category are all almost the same thing with minor differences. Just a variation on a...
- Toowoombaus
- Thread
- Feb 10, 2019
- epiphany newbie
- Replies: 20
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Just got an Axe-Fx II, first post

Hi Guys, new guy here. O.K. so after a five year boutique guitar amp odyssey fueled by lots of time on The Gear Page I got an Axe FX ii. 20 years ago I bought a POD 1 and used it a lot. I took it to Ireland to produce a band and record their album on Pro Tools in a Barn and the engineer bought...
- Toowoombaus
- Thread
- Feb 5, 2019
- newbie phasing
- Replies: 26
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Reviews
Can someone help me set up the wah as an auto wah?

Just got a hold of an AX8 and for such a feature packed piece of gear, its pretty simple to use. One thing I cant quite figured out is how to set up the wah as an auto or touch wah. Any pointers would be great. Thanks!
- Bruce Sokolovic
- Thread
- Mar 8, 2018
- auto wah newbie wah
- Replies: 5
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
almost made up my mind...

New guy here. New to amp modeling, so apologies in advance... After many many hours of research i think im ready to buy an ax8. But before i open up my wallet i want to be absloutely 100% sure that this will fit my needs. Im a bedroom studio guy, dont gig or plan to, so this is mainly for...
- golden blue
- Thread
- Feb 11, 2018
- newbie purchase ax8 recording
- Replies: 17
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
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Using AXE-FX to FOH w/ a tube amp

Hey guys i've been back and forth and just been dreaming of possibilities of the new 3 (im on the list)! I currently have a Peavey invective on the way and notice that it has an xlr out silent recording. Could i run the amp in silent mode then run my Axe-Fx through the FX loop (of the...
- Josh_Shoe
- Thread
- Feb 9, 2018
- newbie routing
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
Double Whammy (Fractal/MIDI)

Hey folks, Not only am I new to Fractal, (just got my FX8 last week), I'm also new to MIDI. I've had my H&K Triamp MK3 for a few years now. I absolutely love it but haven't had a need to use the MIDI functionality of it until now. I'm just getting my feet wet with the FX8, which I'm loving...
- Colonel Kurtz
- Thread
- May 22, 2017
- help midi newbie triamp
- Replies: 2
- Forum: FX8 Discussion
How should I set up my axe fx II?

Hi, I'm new here so hopefully this is the right place... I'm going to be the proud owner of an axe fx II mk2 as of next tuesday and I was wondering what would be the best way for me to set it up. I'm sort of a beginner when it comes to stuff more complicated than basic interface->pc since I've...
- Ztla
- Thread
- Feb 12, 2017
- newbie
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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How to set up an Axe Fx 2 XL+?

Hey all! I know this question is probably really annoying to a lot of you, or super simple, but being someone who never really dabbled in the world of amp modelers I need some advice. Basically I'm gonna be getting an Axe Fx in the next few months, and I want to know... Do I need a power amp? If...
- Maksymilian
- Thread
- Nov 30, 2016
- new user newbie setting up an setting up the axe fx setup
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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I've finally got my Axe fx 2, which presets should I try first?

After an all too lengthy battle with ups (seriously what a miserable company, but thank you to Julia at ups vancouver for being the only person in the company who made an effort to help me), I've finally received my axe fx!!! I couldnt be more excited!! Just wondering if you guys had any presets...
- Sussman
- Thread
- Jun 21, 2016
- axe 2 xl new new user newbie preset
- Replies: 18
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Officially part of the Fractal family :D

That's a Roadrunner soft pedalboard case. I'll use that for grab and go. I have a Pedaltrain Pro I'll likely trade in for a Novo 32 to add another exp. pedal, wireless, H9, and tuner. Baby steps.
- ghost219
- Thread
- Apr 20, 2016
- ax 8 fractal audio newbie
- Replies: 0
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
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Newbie questions... I am willing to pay you for good advice

I just purchased an Axe Fx II and am looking for assistance. I want to know what other gear I will need and what the best setup is for what I am doing. I have an Axe-Fx II, an Alesis iO2 express audio interface, a computer, studio monitors, and headphones. Here is how I have it set up: I have...
- andydusa11
- Thread
- Nov 13, 2015
- help newbie power amplifier setting levels
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion

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