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Dual Output Setup: FOH and Guitar Cab

Hi everyone, I've got a bit of a head-scratcher for you all. I'm trying to set up my Axe Fx3 preset so that it sends one output to FOH and another to my guitar cab (+power amp). Normally, if the cab sim is at the end of the signal chain, it's easy to split off just before the cab sim for the...
- NIKOLI
- Thread
- Feb 17, 2024
- bypass cap sim output
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Can we put tube pre amp after Output from Fm9 ?

Hi, I’m wondering, does anyone put a Tube pre amp or a Tube DI after the Output 1 from his FM9 ? And send it to a P.A ? Best,
- Loutchos
- Thread
- Sep 3, 2023
- fm9 output tube
- Replies: 29
- Forum: FM9 Discussion
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Recommendations on how to connect/use a single studio headphones with both an audio interface and Axe Fx 3?

I want to have two signal paths (audio interface + Axe 3 Headphone Out) into my single studio headphone. The signals wouldn’t be combined, rather than changing scenes would change the signal being used (Axe 3 = clean tones, Audio Interface = 4CM tones). My current setup: Guitar > OD > Noise...
- MetalMan
- Thread
- Aug 12, 2023
- headphones help output signal switch
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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Sound Difference Using FM9 As Interface

Hello Hello! New fractal user here, had for a month or so (FM9). I'm currently using it as an interface in Ableton but I'm noticing a massive jump in quality from hearing the fractal directly into my headphones vs recording it in Ableton and then playing back through the fractal. Any...
- Stinky Pete
- Thread
- Jul 3, 2023
- ableton ableton live fm9 interface output
- Replies: 3
- Forum: FM9 Discussion
Axe 3: Output 2 in not copying output 1

Hi all, I just got a second set of monitors, I put them in output 2 and tried for the first time, since I got my Axe fx 3, to copy output 1 but there is no sound coming out. I checked cables, tried to do it via the front panel and the Axe-Edit, checked every possible mistake I might have done...
- NNPrime
- Thread
- Feb 8, 2023
- axe 3 output output 2
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Sending 'full signal' to FOH (Similar to Helix)

One thing I am not understanding (compared to Helix) is the concept on output 1 or 2 sending a 'full signal'. On Helix, there was a global setting where you could basically disable the larger volume knob on lets say, the XLR outs, it only impact the 1/4 outputs, which was useful for controlling...
- sick pickle
- Thread
- Jan 22, 2023
- output signal
- Replies: 23
- Forum: FM9 Discussion
Maximizing outputs - did I do this right?

Hey Fractal Friends, Yesterday I had an audition–the space had a SD PowerStage 170 and 4x12 cabinet. To prepare my preset, I routed my signal chain to output 3 before the cab block. I am not sure why I chose output 3, but I suppose I was thinking about the unity gain signal and just sending a...
- sick pickle
- Thread
- Oct 24, 2022
- output output 1 output 2 output 3 poweramp
- Replies: 3
- 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
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Logic Pro X - I/O Plugin

All, For my project studio at home, I run Logic Pro X with Axe FX III as my main audio user interface for the sake of simplicity. I'm able to record guitars, synths, re-amp guitars, etc. with no problem. What I'd like to do is process previously recorded audio with outboard gear (for example...
- Moxxy-PDX
- Thread
- Dec 14, 2021
- axe 3 guitar logic prox outboard effects output
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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output 1 block showing +10db on bypass preset 383

Hi all, I'm a bit of a noob and a bit confused with what the appropriate level to come out from the input 1 block should be. So I had my guitar plugged into input 1, going straight to output 1 (using the "Bypass" preset 383) and have noticed the output 1 block meters in axe edit are going way...
- Spookeylukey
- Thread
- Oct 22, 2021
- bypass di level gain input level output pickups
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Running the AX8 Stereo vs. Mono

I usually have only run my AX8 through the left XLR out on the back when I perform live. Last night I did a larger outdoor gig and the sound tech asked me about running stereo. I believe I have the AX8 set to stereo already (shift -> utility -> I/O -> output stereo vs. LR sum or copy L to R) but...
- Raggashaggas
- Thread
- Oct 22, 2021
- ax8 mono output stereo
- Replies: 2
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Volume Drop only on one side??

I've been having an issue off and on for a few months and it's gotten to where I'm actually worried. So I have my Axe FX set up as follows: Output 1 Left into input 1 of a Universal Audio Apollo Twin MkII, and Output 1 Right into input 2 of the Apollo. The issue is that randomly the volume on...
- fuzzy.pinetree
- Thread
- Sep 27, 2021
- issue output troubleshooting
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Fm3/Fm9 bass output questions

Hi everyone just had some questions about a setup I’m trying to put together. Working out if I need an FM9 or can get away with the FM3. For a prog/heavy bass & drums project I’m looking for 3 signals for the bass. One clean to go into a bass amp, and 2 for multiple amp signals. I have a 2...
- SWIINE
- Thread
- Sep 18, 2021
- bass fm3 fm9 multiple signal chains output outputs signal
- Replies: 7
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Output SUM not working as expected

Hello everybody! I set Output 2 to Copy Output 1 and SUM L+R. I did this to feed my Mono FRFR Cab with both my Acoustic and Electric Guitar Signals which are first sent to Output 1 either panned Left (Acoustic to Front of House) or panned Right (Electric to Front of House). Unfortunatly, the...
- edwinstar
- Thread
- Aug 23, 2021
- output sum l+r
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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FM3 to mac "The selected audio device has no output controls"

hello, ive searched for hours trying to find this solution. heres the situation... im trying to use my fm3 as an audio interface for FL studio on my mac. the raw di guitar is coming out of my studio monitors, but nothing from the computer audio itself. it even tracks the recordings! when i...
- pattonick
- Thread
- Jul 14, 2021
- monitors output output 2 studio monitors
- Replies: 6
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Is there a way to attenuate volume (db) while maintaining optimal leveling?

I’ve been studying (the very helpful) @rosh FX-III videos and he advocates leveling the output block so it ‘kisses’ the red in the output meter which makes sense. However, I set up a global volume pedal which controls the output block level parameter. It turns out (who knew?) that means the...
- datasundae
- Thread
- Apr 10, 2021
- level adjustment output pedal volume block
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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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
How much headphone impedance can it handle?

Hi everyone! I'm going to buy a Axe FX 3 Mk2 and also some headphones. How much output does the headphone-output has? or how much headphone-impedance (ohm) can it handle ? Let's say for at least 80 decibel? I found some good 250Ohm impedance headphones, also 470 and 600. What is the Axe-Fx 3...
- Guitar Of Justice
- Thread
- Oct 19, 2020
- headphone impedance maximum ohm output
- Replies: 29
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Windows 10 to use/recognize the AX3's Input USB Block (5/6, 7/8) through the OS as an output

I know Reaper, DAW's recognizes the AX3's usb input blocks Searching the forums MAC users don't seem to have a problem doing what I wish to do I'm wishing the AX3 would let windows see that it has the USB Input 5/6, 7/8 as a viable output to use through the block chain
- ApocalypticKatana
- Thread
- Apr 28, 2020
- chain output signal usb windows 10
- Replies: 18
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Wish List
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Independent monitors/headphones volume control

Hi. Can I have independent volume control for headphones (output 1) and monitors (output 2 XLR) with Axe Fx III? It is working for guitar input by setting 'Copy Output 1' on OUTPUT 2 CONFIGURATION but i am struggling with settings this for pc/usb connection. Sound from pc always goes to output 1.
- jira
- Thread
- Oct 7, 2019
- output usb audio
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Bypass Output Knobs?

Hello! Going to be using the III a lot for the road, was wondering if there's a way for the Axe to ignore the output knob functions? I'm concerned about these being knocked/moved while in the flight case (happens to our other stage equipment all the time), and forgetting to set them to the...
- Devan
- Thread
- Sep 6, 2019
- bypass knobs movement output
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Wish: X/Y for FXLoop Block

I often find myself making duplicate presets, one with the FXLoop Block uses as a block (with external hardware in my home studio) and the other as a second output (to drive an amp in addition to or instead of a PA when I'm playing out). The FXLoop doesn't currently support X/Y options but...
- Alex Kolund
- Thread
- Mar 18, 2018
- backline amp block fxloop output routing wish
- Replies: 6
- Forum: AX8 Wishes + Bugs
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Splitting output signals of scenes within a preset

Hi, I'm a new AX8 user and I'm trying to set it up in a way I'm not sure is possible yet. For example, after creating a preset, I'd like to be able to have Scene 1 go straight to FOH and not my real amp/cab. Scene 2 of the same preset would go to my real amp/cab and not to FOH. Is this possible...
- WMar381
- Thread
- Feb 4, 2018
- ax8 output signal
- Replies: 2
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Axe FX Ultra Stereo Issue

I just bought myself an Axe FX Ultra to compose and record some of the new stuff I am working. My rig is very simple, guitars into the Axe FX Ultra input using 1/4" cable and output through the unbalanced L & R into studio monitors. Few days into trying it, I just realized that only one of the...
- Star^Rock
- Thread
- Aug 12, 2017
- issue output stereo unbalanced
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
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AX8 output questions

Hi folks! Just got my AX8 last week for my Christmas :) I have a question about the output section of my AX8. I am thinking how can I connect the PA to FOH and my amp fx loop at the same time. Physically I know I will send my two XLR cable to FOH and 4cm to my amp, but how about the software...
- jimmyjimchiuguitar
- Thread
- Dec 26, 2016
- 4cm ax8 foh frfr output
- Replies: 8
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
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USB monitoring output

hi everyone I have been reading the manual and surfing the net but can't find an answer to this one... I am running my AxeFx into a power amp / quad box. I want to wire up a set of FRFR monitors to the output 2 on my AxeFx and use it to monitor the Daw / audio from my computer coming via USB...
- jhsg
- Thread
- Jul 17, 2016
- input output outputs usb connectivity usb recording
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
3 Output Sources + Effects Loop. Possible?

Hey everyone, While I'm awaiting delivery on my ASM-12, I'm trying to figure out how to best run the live set up that I'd like. Ideally, I want to run FOH for obvious, ASM for controlled feedback/stage volume if I need to pull an ear, etc. as well as an effects loop... all while running my own...
- houstonwehaveuhoh
- Thread
- May 8, 2016
- effects loop foh fx loop input monitor output
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
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Do Pro Users Record the Axe-Fx through a mic pre?

What method do the top Pro users of the Fractal Axe-Fx use to record an album? 1. Do they run the balanced outs through a high end mic pre? 2. Does Fractal Audio make a recommendation? 3. Do they use record using the S/PDIF or USB outputs? I realize that different pro users who make albums...
- DFauvre
- Thread
- Apr 20, 2016
- mic pre output recording
- Replies: 121
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion

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