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Cannot pan recorded track

Hello! When recording guitar with the fm3 in FL studio, I cannot pan the recorded track. When panned 0-100% left/right I still hear it from both left/right. I've messed around with the setup a bit, like changing from the output from stereo to mono but with no progress. I'm using a focusrite...
- Haftmir
- Thread
- Nov 16, 2023
- fl studio panning recording
- Replies: 6
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
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Urgent Help Needed: Mysterious Electrical Noise When Guitar Sound Fades Out – AX8 Setup

Hello, This might be a silly question, but I'm fairly new to recording guitars through an AX8. My question and problem is that when I record guitar and the sound starts to fade out (decay), I hear some sort of electrical noise relatively quietly alongside the guitar sound. This happens with both...
- kamopeter
- Thread
- Sep 27, 2023
- ax8 noise recording
- Replies: 6
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Is AXE FX II still good in 2023?

I am debating selling my axe fx 2 I got in 2016 as I don't play live and prefer to use neural dsp plugins for the studio. My only concern is I'm not sure if there is another interface I could buy that would give me the same DI quality/Low latency that the axe fx does. Should I maybe keep the axe...
- Volvagia
- Thread
- Sep 16, 2023
- axe fx plugins recording studio
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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FM3 signal routing advice

Hi! Sorry beforehand if this has already been discussed, I tried searching for it but couldn't seem to find advice on this exact situation. I'm recording my band in a studio in 2 weeks. I plan on using a real Fender twin reverb, close mic'd with the nice stuff that they have in the studio. I...
- neutrino
- Thread
- Aug 9, 2023
- recording
- Replies: 2
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
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FM9 Connecting Roland Go Pro x Mixer

Hi how should I connect this to fm9? Thanks
- DGD
- Thread
- Jul 1, 2023
- mixer recording
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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
New FM3 user, two questions (sticky home button, recording to Pixel 6).

Hello Everyone! I just picked up a second hand FM3 and I'm loving it so far! I've got two questions. 1. The home button is "sticky", seems like something was spilled on it. I can press it a few times to free it up but it gets stuck again after a while. Anyone have any suggestions for this? Am...
- Boy_Narf
- Thread
- Feb 9, 2023
- android recording sticky
- Replies: 6
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
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FM9 Reaper latency MacBook Pro max direct usb connection

I’m new here and just started to learn basics of recording with my FM9 I have watched multiple videos in YouTube couldn’t Figure out how to reduce latency setting Adam steel was adjusting latency on his reaper basics video from ASIO configuration. But I couldn’t figure out how to reduce my...
- DGD
- Thread
- Jan 31, 2023
- fm9 latency macbook reaper recording
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
Help please! - Direct Recording in Cubase

Hi all, I am a new user to the FM3. When I play it through headphones or amp - it sounds awsome. But, when I connect to cubase with a PL cable to my audio interface (Mono to Stereo), I feel that the recording really loses its quality, and I just don't understand why. Does anybody have an idea of...
- Bar
- Thread
- Oct 7, 2022
- cubase recording
- Replies: 5
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
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SPDIF - Fairly Low Level in DAW. How to compensate?

Hi all, This is my first post here! Been lurking the forums quite a bit over the last couple weeks, nice to finally meet y'all. Got the AFX III recently, and am also extremely new to recording, after having played guitar most of my life. I've been overwhelmed with all this (learning...
- meshugganner
- Thread
- Jul 31, 2022
- axe 3 axe-fx 3 cubase mixing recording recording axe fx spdif
- Replies: 25
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
AFIII Newest Recording with Axe Fx

I used around 12 of my presets on this track, not including bass. Any feedback, positive or negative, would be greatly appreciated!
- siin82
- Thread
- Jul 8, 2022
- axefx3 newsong recording
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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Axe fx II not working with Protools 2021/Big Sur/M1

Hey everyone, Im new to the fractal community. Recently purchased a used axe fx II Mark II and im having issues with recording into protools. I have the latest driver installed (2019 version), latest quantum firmware (tried Aries II and found something lacking in tone). Everything works with...
- Brian_Malota
- Thread
- Apr 30, 2022
- 2022 axe edit axe fx ii big sur di signal dry/wet signal mac protools protools connect recording
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
FM3 Recording guitars, FM3 with Neve 1073DPA preamp a good idea?

This might seem dumb as this preamp isn't really meant for guitars as I understand it, but here goes: I have access to a Neve 1073 DPA hardware preamp, and also have an Apogee Element 48 soundcard. Being unfamiliar with the 4 cables method, and also needing to record a DI track simultaneously...
- Benedicto
- Thread
- Apr 26, 2022
- analog preamp recording routing
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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First time with the FM3 in the studio

My cousin asked me a few weeks ago to record some guitar tracks for a couple songs he's working on. I knew I wanted to use the FM3, but wasn't sure on how we were going to capture the sounds. We had a rehearsal and I played through the FX loop of a 5150 and a Marshall cab and while it sounded...
- Kablesp
- Thread
- Jan 23, 2022
- direct great tone recording studio tube amp
- Replies: 2
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
Axe-Fx vs. DI for Recording

So, I know this topic has been discussed a bunch, but being new to Fractal, I decided to do my own test. I recently purchased an Axe-Fx III and subsequently sold 23 pedals (basically to pay for it) - two amps are for sale too now. I had just finished recording one of my songs, so I decided to...
- siin82
- Thread
- Aug 15, 2021
- recording
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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AFIII Here is one of the Recording moment recording using FX3 . Hope you love the sound .
- yangdayang
- Thread
- Aug 11, 2021
- fractal fx3 recording
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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AFIII Recording issues with my Axe FX III

Hi to all, i deeply try to find any similar thread about this issues, but nothing so i try here. I'm an owner of an FX III from one and a half year and i always used my Axe through the power section of my amp, plugging the mono output of the Axe through the return of the amp, switching often...
- Superema222
- Thread
- Jul 29, 2021
- daw higaintones issues lack legato logicprox preamp preampproblems recording tones
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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Not a Bug No sound via USB

Hey everybody, I've been a non headphone FM3 user since June 2020. I'm currently using the latest official firmware 3.01. Recently, my FM3 started doing strange things. 1) When not powered on but connected via USB, the footswitches, their labels, the screens and the info leds on the front...
- bspdelta09
- Thread
- Mar 5, 2021
- fm3 edit recording usb communication problems pc windows
- Replies: 1
- Forum: FM3 Bugs
Recording settings (mono vs stereo)

Hello, When you do the guitar recording with Axe FX III, do you usually do streo recording or mono recording? I am just curious to know the recording settings with Axe FX III and DAW. I know Axe FX III can do the stereo recording but I believe panning should be easier with DAW since it’s easy...
- Hitoshi Kato
- Thread
- Jan 27, 2021
- recording stereo
- Replies: 21
- Forum: DAWs and Recording
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Bug? Fractal FM3 USB re-amp latency

I 've noticed that when I am reamping midi signal via USB, there is a slight delay on the recording. In the image you can see the reamp track in grey being starting almost 50ms after the reamped midi signal in red. I am not sure if this happens on reamps with real audio as well, or from DI that...
- Antonis
- Thread
- Jan 23, 2021
- bug issues latency recording usb
- Replies: 9
- Forum: FM3 Bugs
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Recording in adobe audition with axe ultra and interface

So I got an axe ultra MKII for christmas as it's all I could afford and I love it except for having to use an audio interface instead of USB. I'm fairly new to recording my own stuff using a daw and even newer to ideas like DI and reamping. But I have a friend who is helping explain. My issue is...
- Christianx_xkhaos
- Thread
- Dec 30, 2020
- adobe audition axe ultra daw direct feedback presonus reamp recording troubleshoot
- Replies: 0
- Forum: DAWs and Recording
Recording Bass through FM3

I am currently doing some recording at home. I've done the Drums and guitars and what to add the bass. I want to play me bass through my FM3 as I use it as an audio interface. It's rock music, so I just need a basic bass sound with maybe a bit of compressor. Is there a preset around or any tips...
- Steven Fernandez
- Thread
- Nov 15, 2020
- bass amp fm3 recording
- Replies: 6
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
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AFIII New Tune! 2-Man Quartet As Usual

Greetings, Hello everyone, another tune is up! This started off with 80s pop vibe in mind, and morph to having no 80s vibe at all.:tearsofjoy: Anyway here it is, my bro on drums and me on guitars. I am using Deluxe Tweed on the rhythm guitar, Fox ODS on lead, Angle Severe 2 on solo, and Dirty...
- SmokeyBoar
- Thread
- Oct 13, 2020
- angle clean deluxe tweed dirty shirley fender fuchs grestch ods recording severe
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
[solved] FM3 Not recording into Logic Pro X

I am trying for the first time to record directly from my FM3 into Logic Pro X. So I plugged my guitar into input 1 as normal. Output 1 L was plugged into my Monitor. I opened Logic, set the input to 1 + 2 Created an audio track. Set the project settings --> audio to 48kHz Armed the track and...
- Steven Fernandez
- Thread
- Sep 23, 2020
- fm3 logic pro x recording
- Replies: 19
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
AFIII Momentum

A little Sunday afternoon noodle and chill. Yamaha BB734 P/J bass with flat wounds and a Suhr strat with v60lp pickups.
- Dwelltone
- Thread
- Aug 9, 2020
- guitar instrumental recording
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
AFIII Inspired By Artist Preset Pete CyThornians

Downloaded the artist presets from Pete Thorn and got inspired by his CyThornians patch. Used it for this entire track.
- Dwelltone
- Thread
- Jul 24, 2020
- artist preset pete thorn positive recording suhr upbeat
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
AFIII "Wednesday"

Hi guys! Came up with this tune this week (Wednesday). I used the Dr. Z 38 amp for all guitar parts on this track. (Reposting link for better levels.)
- Dwelltone
- Thread
- Jul 23, 2020
- blues dr.z38 drz music original recording
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
Recording Setup Advice (AxeFX III, Superior Drums, Studio One)

Hello everyone! So, I've been using Studio One to record guitars but haven't messed around with drums much. I recently purchased Superior Drums 3 and decided to try and put the pieces together. Unfortunately, I ran into a bit of a snag when setting it up. I'm currently trying to figure out...
- CradleInFlames
- Thread
- Jul 18, 2020
- axefx iii recording recording help studio one 4 superior drummer 3
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Axe-Fx III 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
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Using the FM3 as Audio Interface, but muting non-DAW output

Hello! I'm trying to figure out how to use the FM3 as an audio interface with my particular setup. My goal is to be able to record a DI signal and the main output at the same time, but I only want to hear what is being routed through my DAW (yes, I know this won't be zero latency), the reason...
- Brandon7s
- Thread
- Jun 13, 2020
- audio interface recording
- Replies: 6
- Forum: FM3 Discussion
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Help recording via USB into Logic-LOUD HISS

Bought my Axe Fx3 couple weeks ago and love it. Finally got all my sounds programmed to play live. Few days ago started the next chapter, recording. Plugged the USB into my Imac, opened up Logic Express 9, created a track, hit the record button and BAM! input levels maxed out in the red and a...
- SJW
- Thread
- Mar 8, 2020
- imac logic recording usb
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
AFIII Does it sit??

One thing that amaze me is how easy the Axe FX 3 sits in a full and mastered mix. This is unbelievable! In this pop song i recorded rhythm and lead guitars.
- Frank Pearl
- Thread
- Nov 2, 2019
- austinbuddy axe fx 3 recording
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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AFIII Axe-Fx III as Audio Device

Hi everyone, I have an Axe Fx III and a MOTU 4Pre In this last period I started using my axe fx as main audio device using usb recording I need a opinion, Is better using my axe fx as audio device only for guitar and bass recordings and using my MOTU for working on midi programming, editings...
- Andrea Sora
- Thread
- Sep 10, 2019
- axe fx 3 motu recording spdif usb
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
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[SOLVED] No recording/playback when recording into Logic Pro X on AX8

Questioning the relevancy of this thread considering the Axe FX III and FM3 are very much a thing, but I just bought an AX8 and am having trouble recording into Logic Pro X. My setup is a the unit itself going into my Focusrite 6i6 via S/PDIF, of which is going through my Yamaha HS5's through...
- MPrela
- Thread
- Jul 17, 2019
- ax8 axe fx daw focusrite 6i6 focusrite control fractal ax8 logic pro playback issues recording spdif
- Replies: 4
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
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Axe FX III cables and connections for using the effects in a recording studio environment

Hi all I am adding an Axe III to replace my Axe 2 in my home studio and currently planning my connections with my multi in and out mixer set up. I notice there are a lot more outputs and inputs on the Axe 3 but the extra outs and ins are mainly explained in the manual to be used as connections...
- bukman
- Thread
- Jul 1, 2019
- axefx3 humbuster output 3 and 4 recording send effects
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Spacey Cleans/ Progressive OD's

Hi all, I've just released a single, all self produced. All guitars via AxeFx2xl. Let me your thoughts. Arkks
- Arkks
- Thread
- Jun 2, 2019
- ambience axefx 2 xl metal progressive recording
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Just used the Axe-Fx III for client's country/pop recording

I thought some of the folks considering a fractal might like to hear the FX-III being used in a non hard rock/metal genre. Here is some work I just finished for a country/pop artist. Not having to mic up an amp, wear headphones for overdubs, or remove amp hum was a huge plus. For the curious...
- Mark Scrivener
- Thread
- May 11, 2019
- bender country pedal steel pop recording
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Recommendations for simple quality audio interface for iMac

We are setting up our singer her first mini studio and we are looking for a simple but quality audio interface for her to use. There is no need to record more than 2 channels at once and we will mostly record at 24/48. Protocol can be USB or FW400/800. Our most important factor is monitoring...
- mwd
- Thread
- Apr 13, 2019
- audio interface recording
- Replies: 5
- Forum: The Lounge
Recording playback levels question

Hello everyone! I've been playing with my AxeFX III for a while and decided I need to stop being lazy and start playing around with recording. I'm using Presonus' Studio One (I have V3 and just started working with V4). I have my guitar going into the input and then my output is going to some...
- CradleInFlames
- Thread
- Apr 5, 2019
- axefx3 recording studio one
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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Recording with FL Studio

Hey guys, very new to the Axe FX so forgive me. I believe I have everything setup correctly but when I attempt to record multiple tracks through FL Studio (rhythm with a separate lead) I'm having an issue where it will double record whatever I lay down first. It will also record the metronome if...
- Kernzie
- Thread
- Apr 1, 2019
- axe fx ii fl studio recording
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Signal Coming In Too Hot

I'm sure this has been posted somewhere before, if so can someone send me the link to the proper thread? But my Axe FX 2 XL+ signal is coming into my DAW (Logic Pro X) way too hot. I used Austin Buddy's tutorial and set my guitar input to unity gain and then set the Output 1 levels to around...
- p8thfind3r
- Thread
- Mar 18, 2019
- recording signal too hot
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Popping noises during recording playbacks?

I have my FX 2 XL+ running into my laptop via USB cable. The software I am using is Presonus Studio One 3. At the moment the Axe 2 is set as the soundcard. When I record any audio I get pops and crackles through the recorded audio in various spots. Any suggestions? Also on a side note, is...
- Joero6
- Thread
- Feb 24, 2019
- axe 2 xl+ presonus recording
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
What's the best way to set up my AX8 for recording?

I'm trying to experiment a new way to setup my rig for recording. The way I have it setup now is PRS -> AX-8 -> Stereo XLR Out to Roland Studio Capture. I own a Quilter Toneblock 200W Head that I love using live and want to incorporate in my recording. What are my options here and what would be...
- Mathew Aboujaoude
- Thread
- Feb 17, 2019
- ax 8 power amp recording studio
- Replies: 5
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
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USB Connection and Recording

Hi, I use Axe Edit with my Axe-Fx iii, and I was wondering if I can record off of the same USB connection? So in other words, I have Axe Edit running and my PC is connected to the Axe Fx iii, and I open up a freeware program like Audacity. I can see that Axe-Fx iii shows up in sound card...
- Alex Kerezy
- Thread
- Feb 1, 2019
- recording sound card
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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USB Dry Input Level is Extremely Low

Hello all, I'm attempting to track with the Axe III via USB for the first time. When I track anything, the level on USB 1 is healthy for the wet but the signal on USB 5 for the dry is exceedingly low. As in my meters peak around -30db and I can't get an acceptable volume with the fader...
- AlexanderJ
- Thread
- Jan 31, 2019
- advice help recording troubleshooting
- Replies: 16
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
PreSonus Studio One 3 and the Axe-Fx 2

Anybody using the Axe Fx 2 direct to PreSonus Studio One 3 for recording? I am brand new to this software and am finding that not only is the master volume extremely low, I have pops and cracks through the entire recording. I am using the Axe FX 2 XL+ running into my music laptop via usb cable...
- Joero6
- Thread
- Jan 22, 2019
- presonus recording
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
How are some of you recording direct from Axe-Fx II XL into an interface?

I am currently going from my output 2 jacks into a Tascam interface, but on high gain sounds, I am still getting that farty digital distortion sound. I am using Studio One for my DAW, but I had the same problem using a Digidesign interface and Pro Tools and also Reaper. Please let me know how...
- Andrew Sullivan
- Thread
- Jan 14, 2019
- axefx iixl daw high gain recording
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Recording mono Dry, DI and stereo FX on seperate channels

Hi, I am about to purchase an axe fx 3 for studio use and have been researching recording options but havent found a clear answer on this and havent tried one yet to work it out. I want to know how to record a mono patch with a mono DI signal and then the stereo FX onto seperate tracks...
- Rich Mammoliti
- Thread
- Dec 28, 2018
- recording
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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Best settings for recording setup AX8, Audient ID22 and Logic Pro X

Hi recording pros, I need some advice for the best settings to record my AX with Audient ID22 and Logic pro X. Up to now I have used the FX send (levels up to 100%) of AX 8 and went to RET 1 of the Audient. Any tips for improving my settings? Im not that deep into knowing the technical stuff...
- JWS
- Thread
- Dec 25, 2018
- audiet ax 8 logic recording
- Replies: 3
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
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Axe-Fx III CPU Usage on Ableton live ?

Hello everybody, I'm not yet a happy owner of an Axe FX III (never had an Axe Fx). My question is : is it easy to use the Axe FX III to record on Ableton Live 10 ? I heard it even saves you some Cpu usage since you don't have to put any third party plugin on the track, is that true ? Sorry if...
- Bovvary
- Thread
- Dec 20, 2018
- ableton live axe fx iii cpu usage recording
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Fast Track Pro with Axe-Fx II XL+: bad idea?

I've been using the axe fx II xl+ as an audio interface since purchasing it about 6 months. I have an old Fast Track Pro (FTP) that I used for recording previously by micing my amps, but since having the axe fx it's been collecting dust and I haven't really though about using it... until...
- jdiz86
- Thread
- Nov 23, 2018
- bad idea? converters dac fast track pro recording serviceable sound quality spdif upgrade
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Shredding to some sweet pop music

Hi! Got a new video up on the tubes, check it out!
- Mats Lexell
- Thread
- Oct 31, 2018
- axe fx 2 cover recording shred suhr
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Europa-Song directly recorded with FX8-presets + Marshall JVM410

Bought the FX8 early 2016 and used it mainly for home recording so far, together with my Marshall JVM410 (4CM cabling), a Rivera Rockcrusher (power attenuator) and a Radial DI-box with a good cab-sim. I started to do Live-performances early this year with a duo-partner again. The FX8 has become...
- wolbai
- Thread
- Sep 16, 2018
- cover jvm marshall recording
- Replies: 6
- Forum: FX8 Discussion
Advice needed to make guitar video’s!

So I have an AX8 and a Focusrite Scarlett 6i6 interface. My laptop died the other day and am thinking of getting an iMac. I need advice in what DAW to get to make guitar videos and how to use my iPhone to film then to sync the audio. I don’t think I need anything too complicated to do this but...
- Mark Pritchard
- Thread
- Sep 11, 2018
- 6i6 ax8 daw guitar cover videos recording
- Replies: 19
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
I think it's called a dry signal...

Just did a video of me using the AXE FX III with a heavy metal tone and when I played back the video, I could hear a dry signal (I could hear the guitar itself and the strings and it sounded like two sounds at the same time). Is there a way to get rid of that dry signal. I did go to my system...
- Rocketsurgeongeneral
- Thread
- Aug 17, 2018
- axe fx iii recording videos
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
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Logic Pro X and Axe-Fx III compatibility?

Is there a compatibility issue with the AxeFx III and Logic? I have continually received a notification on the screen stating that the 'Volume "LaCie" is full', referring to the external hard drive I'm using, which has plenty of space on it. This seems to happen mostly when I have a track that...
- Jean Paul Valley
- Thread
- Aug 12, 2018
- axe 3 logic pro x recording
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Acoustic Direct Recording Test

I have one of the new PRS SE Angelus A50E that has the Fishman GT1 piezo pickup in it. For the money, I'm pretty happy with it. I play it direct so I found some free acoustic IRs of Taylor 314s on the webs and made the following recording as a test. My recording/mastering skills are green so...
- plasmatic
- Thread
- May 13, 2018
- a50e acoustic angelus direct ir mixing prs recording
- Replies: 6
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Playing through studio monitors safe?

I played my Axe-Fx II through QSC K10s when I was playing live. Now I only at home, through my recording setup (Clarett 8Pre into an iMac). I'm just using my JBL LSR 308 studio monitors. Sounds fine, maybe not as good as loud through the K10s, but okay. But could I damage the monitors if I...
- Overdrive
- Thread
- May 8, 2018
- axe-fx ii recording studio monitors
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
[Solved] sound quality decreases when monitoring through DAW. Normal?

I've had the axe fx ii for a couple weeks. I'm able to create great sounding patches, but when I am tracking in my daw (ableton live 8) the sound quality noticeably decreases as opposed to jamming straight out of the axe fx. In the daw it sounds tinny, digital, hollow... etc. I'm using the axe...
- jdiz86
- Thread
- Apr 30, 2018
- ableton axe fx ii decreased sound quality fx loop output 2 recording sound quality tracking in daw
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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Reamping for an album: The unholy signal chain

We were reamping the rhythm guitars for my band Liha's debut album yesterday and it was amazing. We play modern metal (but not any -core) and we found the most crushing sounds. The signal chain we used was AX8 - Marshall Silver Jubilee fx loop return - Carlsbro 4x12 cab with '73 Celestion...
- Atte
- Thread
- Apr 26, 2018
- re amping recording tones
- Replies: 15
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Matchbox Twenty and Paramore Mashup

This is pretty good.
- sskkmm
- Thread
- Mar 27, 2018
- mashup matchbox twenty paramore recording toomanytags youtube
- Replies: 0
- Forum: The Lounge
Live vs. Recording Presets & Cab IRs

Does anybody else feel the need to use separate presets/cab IRs for recording versus live? I find a lot of the built-in and third party presets sound great in recording situations. I've recorded on a few albums with ready made presets, and they sound and feel fantastic. There is a ton of...
- DanGuitarMan
- Thread
- Mar 25, 2018
- cab ir live ownhammer recording
- Replies: 18
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Can't get my patches to sit in the mix.

I think I may have hit a wall and not even sure this is something I can solve with the AX8 itself or if I need to revise my idea of mixing. I made a thread about my patch levels a while ago. They are going into the DAW at between -12 and -6dB. As far as I know that is good headroom for...
- Monchito
- Thread
- Mar 4, 2018
- cutting tone guitars mix recording rythm sit stand out
- Replies: 20
- 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
MFC24 USB MIDI Controller Built

Since I have been using recording software on my PC I have always wanted to be able to control the software via a footswitch to be able to record, play, stop, remove item, arm track, etc. I literally hate using the mouse. I started pursuing a path to develop my own DIY USB MIDI Foot Controller...
- SHIFT838
- Thread
- Feb 6, 2018
- midi midi cc midi control midicc recording usb
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Other MIDI Controllers
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How to record on IPad

can anyone give me some tips on connectivity in terms of Axe FX II into IPad using GarageBand? Midi,AI, etc anything is appreciated :)
- Noobie20
- Thread
- Jan 28, 2018
- axe fx 2 garageband ios ipad recording
- Replies: 3
- Forum: The Lounge
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Is the best DI sound the best?

I'm recording an album with my band and I will record the DI tracks at home. I got the best DI sound by going to the AX8, a straight virtual cable to the output and from main XLR to mic pre input on my Audient iD4. What I'm thinking now is that is the best DI the best thing? Or would it sound...
- Atte
- Thread
- Jan 12, 2018
- di guitar mic pre recording
- Replies: 6
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
AxeFx2 Into "Caught In Space"

All the guitars have been recorded with the AxeFx2 what do you think? I hope you enjoy! :)
- Andrea Maccianti
- Thread
- Jan 11, 2018
- andrea maccianti ax 8 axefx 2 axefx2xl fractal audio fractal audio systems guitar music recording song
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
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Recording Ax8 + Dry Signal (DI) Simultaneously

I'm picking up an Ax8 this Friday and was wondering if I'll be able to record a DI signal at the same time as the Ax8 audio. I have an Apollo Twin Solo (Thunderbolt) and a Radial Pro-DI (1-channel) DI box sitting around somewhere. I know I can XLR out of the Ax8 into the Apollo and record the...
- Colin O
- Thread
- Dec 27, 2017
- ax8 direct dry signal record recording wet signal
- Replies: 1
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
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My first recording with the AX8 (metal)

This is an old song I've been wanting to release for ages but never got the mix quite right. Now I'm sufficiently happy with it and just glad that it's out there. For the rhythm guitars I used 5150 on one side and a Diezel on the other. Both through some cabs from the ML Djent pack. Bass...
- Atte
- Thread
- Dec 14, 2017
- metal original recording
- Replies: 0
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Micing up a real cab for recording

I know a lot of people here probably just us IRS and record direct, but has anyone used the Axe with a cab and miced it up for recording. I recently did this with my band , and got fantastic results. Also my setup is AxeFx 2 XL+ -> Matrix GT1000FX 2U -> Avatar 1x12
- Moshermax9
- Thread
- Oct 24, 2017
- micing recording
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
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AX8 Tones for Guitar Instrumental Music

I have owned the AX8 now for a little over one year. My intention has been to use this for instrumental guitar music. While I have had great success with getting tones for songs with vocals (where the guitar is very much in the background) I have struggled to get guitar tones that: A) Sound...
- TomBisbano
- Thread
- Oct 9, 2017
- ax8 instrumental guitar recording
- Replies: 6
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
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Recording Wet & Dry Tracks

Hi, I'm new to recording and wanted to know if I have configured my setup correctly. I am planning on recording all my wet and dry tracks then sending them to an engineer to mix and master. I am using Reaper and recording at 44.1 kHz 24 bit. My setup: Wet tracks: Axe Fx Ultra Output 1...
- nlee89
- Thread
- Sep 30, 2017
- axe fx ultra focusrite reaper recording wet dry wet
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
Phasing issue when double tracking

I'm having phasing issues when I double track guitars for layering purposes and/or hard left and hard right panning. I am going DI into my Scarlet FocusRite 18i20. I want to use the same guitar and same preset; any suggestions? What am I missing here?
- TheHumanStephen
- Thread
- Sep 12, 2017
- phasing recording
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
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Help with Looper

Can anyone tell me how to extend the amount of time the MFC gives you to loop a chord progression/bass line etc.? The factory setting only lets you record around a 3 second loop. Thanks.
- Noobie20
- Thread
- Sep 3, 2017
- help looper mfc recording
- Replies: 3
- Forum: MFC Discussion
Audio interface for Axe FX Ultra

I would like to record some of the new stuff I am working on into my PC. I generally plug my guitar into Axe FX Ultra and use studio monitors. One of the guys at the music store in my town recommended Presonus Audiobox iTwo. But I am wondering if the preamps in the audio interface will affect...
- Star^Rock
- Thread
- Aug 19, 2017
- recording recording help recording interfaces ultra
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Ultra/Std Discussion
SPDIF vs ANALOG out MAIN1 level varies

Hello, after reading some articles here I decided to try and record my AX8 directly via SPDIF. After some reading I have decided to post in relation to that: Do you guys experience any variation in level between the SPDIF and the Analog? I know SPDIF is supposed to emulate the signal from...
- Monchito
- Thread
- Aug 18, 2017
- analog gain recording spdif volume
- Replies: 11
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
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Recording with the AX8 (PC)

Hi guys! Just got myself a brand new AX8 (got it yesterday), and I am truly amazed about how GOOD this beast sounds straight out of the box. Just plugged the thing to my amp and I could get amazing tones in no time. I have been using a Pod X3 for the past 7 years and I always recorded demos...
- Mizsht
- Thread
- Aug 12, 2017
- audio interface ax8 recording recording interfaces
- Replies: 11
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
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Blue mofi headphone vs Yamaha hs5

Hi, I live in an apartment and can't get too loud that is why leaning towards the mofi . What do you guys think? I am going to mainly use it for home studio and recording songs. Thank you.
- jacksonrr24
- Thread
- Aug 7, 2017
- axe 2 xl+ blue mofi mo-fi recording studio studio monitors yamaha yamaha hs8
- Replies: 16
- Forum: The Lounge
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Suggestions for headphones/FrFr/Studio monitor

Hi all, I have checked some of the other posts, but they are pretty outdated now.So had to create a new one. I live in an apartment and can't get too loud. My budget is around $200. I was planning to go for athm50x headphones and it is going to be mainly used for recording and...
- jacksonrr24
- Thread
- Aug 1, 2017
- djent headphones mastering metal mixing monitors recording recording axe fx
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
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Suggestions to improve this tone. Any advice appreciated (Sweep/Cafo tone)

Hi everyone, I have been reading a lot of posts about getting tight bass sound and about recording on this forum. It has been really helpful and just wanted to thanks everyone for their input. Now onto the issue at hand, I am trying to record with my Axe XL+/ Logic x and output going to my...
- jacksonrr24
- Thread
- Jul 31, 2017
- cafo djent friedman lead logic x metal recording solo sweeping
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Preset Exchange
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Tracking DI and wet signals simultaniously?

Hi everyone, Possible stupid question: is there a way to record both a DI and a wet signal simultaneously when I track so that I can hear the AX8 patch that I used for recording during playback but still use the DI tracks for reamping later if I need to? Thanks
- George M.
- Thread
- Jun 2, 2017
- ax8 di guitar re amping recording
- Replies: 3
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
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AX8 DI Question

Hi All, I want to set up the ax8 to send a clean DI signal to another channel in logic X while I'm recording using my current patches. My set up is guitar->pedals (drives etc)->ax8->tascam us1800 (Analogue input) -> Computer I want to set up the ax8 so that I can monitor/record my current...
- JKM777
- Thread
- May 2, 2017
- ax8 reamping recording
- Replies: 8
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Respective Amps Best Factory Cabs

Hey all, I use Axe FX 2 XL+ for live and for recordings. Played more than 15 gigs now. Hands down the best gear I have by far.. I love it. Each day it gives me goosebumps. Ok so back to my query.. As of now I don't have Cab packs. Many of you guys use Cab packs. And many are like me who use...
- Nakul Sharma
- Thread
- Mar 17, 2017
- amps cabs gigs ir's live sound recording
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Tone match (Acoustic)

Hey guys, tried something interesting and ran some acoustic tracks through the tone match and played it on my 8 string electric. I think I made a really unique tone. Let me know what you think!
- Milco
- Thread
- Mar 6, 2017
- 8 string acoustic acoustic electric clean clean tapping prog prog rock recording tone tone match
- Replies: 16
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
New Macbook Pro

Hi! I bought the latest MacBook Pro 15" with QC-Processor, 16GB Ram and 4x USB-C (Thunderbolt 3) ports. I was thinking of getting together a full little recording studio at home, but have no idea what I should buy. I have the Axe-Fx II, and have previously been using it directly as a sound...
- BrOlav
- Thread
- Feb 12, 2017
- axefx 2 cables clarett equipment focusrite macbook recording
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Rigs and Routing
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Live / Studio Patch Differences

Hi All. I about 4 weeks my band will hit a local recording studio to do a demo for our tribute band, and I'll be using my AX8 for my guitar sounds. I've noticed a number fo times that some when members talk about their sounds, they refer to different setups for live verses recording. Apart...
- mmpete
- Thread
- Feb 11, 2017
- ax8 recording
- Replies: 12
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Fryette D60 Spanky Tone

Hey guys, took me a while to dial in this tone, but I tried making a spanky tone that worked on my extended range guitars. Let me know what you think! Maybe recommend some other amps good for these situations?
- Milco
- Thread
- Feb 3, 2017
- bass fryette prog prog rock progressive recording tones
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Vikingore - Enraged (Viking Metal)

Hi, folks, I just want to share a trailer of the work I made recording, mixing and mastering Vikingore´s Enraged, a Viking Metal band from Spain. All guitars and bass were recorded using Axe FX II. I hope you like it!
- Jotun666
- Thread
- Nov 10, 2016
- jotun jotun studio leo peña mastering mixing recording spain vikingore
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Mix Comparison - Harrison Mixbus 32C vs. SONAR

Hi everybody. I did a little comparison between a mix I did an SONAR and the same raw tracks imported into Harrison Mixbus 32C and mixing using mostly the channel strips included, with only light usage of a few select VSTs in addition. (Mostly for reverb and delay type stuff) I'm looking...
- Genghis
- Thread
- Oct 14, 2016
- daw comparison recording
- Replies: 0
- Forum: The Lounge
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AX8 for recording from anyone with hands on experience

All I currently have an AXE FX2. I have read the comparison between the AX8 and FX2 in the AX8 owners manual, so I am aware of the basic differences Is there any downside to using the AX8 for recording as compared to the AXE FX 2? (note-I have an interface already) I know in the AX8 you...
- csassakb
- Thread
- Sep 11, 2016
- ax8 recording
- Replies: 7
- Forum: AX8 Discussion
Recording Dry DI Axe-Fx 2

Hey guys I'm using cubase 8.5 artist and i want to be able to record my di track from axe fx while still hearing the signal with the preset on. So basically when i record ill hear the preset I'm using but it will only record the dry track. I'm doing this so i can re amp the dry signal later. i...
- Kaihoro1388
- Thread
- Aug 28, 2016
- direct dry signal re amping recording
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Best IR for live & recording

I would like to challenge AXE FX and/or ir manufactories to create a IR PACK of the most used or most recommended ir (cab & mic) for playing live but moreover for RECORDING plus which cab IR your missing So please post your top 5 IR cab + mic (+wish + which genre you use your irs)
- musicman0001
- Thread
- Aug 28, 2016
- axe fx cab cab model ir's recording
- Replies: 39
- Forum: User Cabs and IR's
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5 Minutes Alone, (Tonematch)

Okey, okey..Here is some Pantera tonematching =D I think this is not the preset you want to jam alone but works at least for this kinda of recordings.. I will put both guitar and bass presets below 'cause i think this presets is heavily depending on bass tone also :D
- StormBlåst
- Thread
- Jul 23, 2016
- 5 minutes alone axe fx guitar jackson guitars jackson rr24 pantera recording tonematch
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Tone Match
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Recording a guitar, (panning)?

Hi guys! I have been recording a guitar stuff now about a 1.5 or 2 years quite often since i got my Axe Fx, and almost everytime i record two guitar tracks and hard pan those for left and right, sometimes four tracks and going like 100% L/R, and 70% L/R... But lately i have been experimenting...
- StormBlåst
- Thread
- Jul 23, 2016
- axe fx guitar panning recording
- Replies: 21
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
New to Recording - Tucana+Plexi+JTM45 test - advice appreciated

Hi, Would like to ask for your advice, tips to improve my recording. CA Tucana - Solo Rh 2 - Plexi Rh 1 - JTM45
- Ytolyccuz
- Thread
- Jun 11, 2016
- ca tucana jtm45 plexi recording solo test
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Recording with the Axe

Hi, It's my first time to record with the Axe Fx 2. I have managed to do a somewhat successful reamp test but I feel that my workflow is pretty inefficient. Question 1: Realtime Track Auditioning with other tracks. My problem is when I try to audition the track for reamping with another...
- Ytolyccuz
- Thread
- Jun 7, 2016
- auditioning reamp reamping recording workflow
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion
Problematic Recording

Hi Everyone, It's my first try at reamping and I was surprised there was no setup at all. However, I'm not sure if I'm missing something. After recording, it sounds slightly different. It's as if the channels sound "separate". Is this an example of phasing? Am I missing something? This is what...
- Ytolyccuz
- Thread
- Jun 7, 2016
- ableton live phasing procedure. recording
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Recordings
Axe Fx 2 with Tannoy Reveal 402

Hi Guys, I tried looking through another thread talking about reference monitors but I couldn't find anything about Tanno Reveal 402's. I also posted on that thread but probably got buried by the newer replies. My apologies if this thread is very specific to one device. Would like to ask for...
- Ytolyccuz
- Thread
- May 16, 2016
- recording reference monitors tannoy reveal 402
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Amps and Cabs
Axe sounds different when recorded?

So my Axe Fx tones sound a lot different when recorded through USB than they do when I'm just jamming through my speakers.. I find that it sounds a lot brighter/twangy and less warm sounding. I usually have to tweak it to sound more like it did before. Anyone else have this issue?
- Volvagia
- Thread
- May 16, 2016
- axe fx reamping recording tones usb
- Replies: 20
- Forum: Axe-Fx II Discussion

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