One problem with recording an outboard modeler like an AxeFX is keeping track of what preset was used on each track in a song. This is important if you need to come back later to record a new take or punch in or overdub a track and you want to use the same preset that was originally used.
Manual schemes to handle this problem like saving the .syx file with the name of the track fall apart when tracks get renamed, deleted, or when you do anything that makes it difficult to determine which preset file goes with which track.
A better solution is needed, so I wrote a plugin, AxeCapture, to help with this issue. Using AxeCapture, you can save the AxeFX preset in your DAW project. That way you can resume work on the song at a later date, open the plugin for a particular track and, with the press of a button, load that preset back into the AxeFX and record your punch-in or overdub with the same preset that was used when originally recording the track.
Watch this video to learn how to use AxeCapture:
Get the free AxeCapture plugin (for Axe-FX III and FM9) here:
https://www.greenoak.com
Important note before you download it: For best results, use with Axe-Edit version 1.13 or newer. Many thanks to Michael Pickens for fixing a compatibility problem in Axe-Edit.
Note to Windows Cubase users: if you have trouble connecting AxeCapture to your Axe-FX, turn on the Studio Setup -> MIDI Port Setup -> Use Device 'WinRT MIDI' option in Cubase.
Anticipating a “what about”: firmware updates since the track was recorded shouldn’t be a concern. AxeCapture is intended to allow you to come back tomorrow or next week, while you’re still actively working on the project, and record a punch-in or new take with the same preset. Over a short time span like that, you won’t have to worry about a firmware update changing your tone. It is not intended to save your work for posterity so you can resume work on your project some time in the distant future. If you do that, the preset may or may not sound the same due to firmware changes.
If you find problems, send me the details in a private message and I'll be happy to look into it.
