Axe-Fx III Firmware 27.00 Public Beta #2

[FractalAudio]

https://www.fractalaudio.com/downlo...xe-fx-3/27p0/axefxiii_dsp_rel_27p00_beta2.zip

Found a minor error in the new amp modeling. Probably not audible though.

Axe-Fx III Firmware Release Notes​

27.00

Improved Amp block preamp algorithms, especially for amps with multiple gain stages. Tones are “gutsier” and have a more dynamic response with more “pop”. Also improves accuracy when input of Amp block is driven by a Drive pedal (whether real or virtual).

Improved cathode follower algorithm improves accuracy near onset of clipping. This results in warmer tones at edge-of-breakup and better cleanup when rolling off the volume knob (for amps that use a cathode follower). Due to the new algorithm the Grid Clipping parameter has been removed.

New power amp algorithm. New algorithm more accurately models bias excursion and duty cycle modulation. The results in more complex tone with better, punchier feel.

Fixed wrong capacitor value in Band-Commander model.

Remastered Vibrato Lux model.

NOTE: The new amp algorithms are more accurate than prior firmware releases. This creates various “artifacts” that real tube amps produce. These include low-frequency intermodulation distortion, “clutter”, spitting and other non-ideal behaviors. These behaviors, however, are precisely what gives tube amps warmth, dynamics and character. They go hand-in-hand. Without these, amp modeling sounds sterile and uninteresting.

 

[rossipedia]

Oh snap, right after I installed beta1. You are a machine, I swear

 

[rsvette12]

Oh My - on it great work

 

[Genghis]

I knew my schedule had me hold off on it until later today for a reason. Lol

 

[Dude456]

The Plexi sounds just like my Marshall Super Lead. It is unbelievable, the FAS Stealth is just the cherry on top! I can’t thank you and team enough for this incredible update!

Keep on rockin’! \m/

 

[hfam]

- Added DiMarzio Dick Crusher circuit to Wrecker Express 'Ideal' layout.

We are so spoiled, how you continue to wring out even more perfection with every release has to be a candidate for Ninth Wonder of the World!! My 2203 High sounds so f'ing perfect now (more perfect than the previous perfect!) I just cannot imagine how it gets better from here!! I managed to pull myself away and stop playing for 5 minutes and another new beta appears!!!

FAS Mason's Hammer?

Eternal thanks, this is off the charts good!!

 

[Chewie5150]

can't stop won't stop. unreal!

 

[Moondog Wily]

Feeling fuzzies for Fractal Friday! Fantastic finish for a formidable week!! Fractal Forever ;~))

 

[Guitarzan69]

biggest difference between Beta 27 and Beta 27#2 is fuller low mids. Beta 27 made the upper mids more clear and present, Beta 27#2 fills in the low mids to make up for the gap that was left behind with the improvements onBeta 27.

 

[Rex]

NOTE: The new amp algorithms are more accurate than prior firmware releases. This creates various “artifacts” that real tube amps produce. These include low-frequency intermodulation distortion, “clutter”, spitting and other non-ideal behaviors.

Could you expand upon “clutter?” I don’t know what that means in this context.

 

[rsvette12]

biggest difference between Beta 27 and Beta 27#2 is fuller low mids. Beta 27 made the upper mids more clear and present, Beta 27#2 fills in the low mids to make up for the gap that was left behind with the improvements onBeta 27.

Totally agree with that you are spot on thanks for pointing that out

 

[RockYoWorld]

Found a minor error in the new amp modeling. Probably not audible though.

It was the mouth-feel of the waffles, wasn't it?

 

[nikk©]

Really a good idea to have taken the plunge in 2015!
Thank you very much Cliff & FAS team!
for all these hours having fun with my guitar... and it goes on...

 

[BrandonDT]

How much were the Mesa amps affected by the updates for those who have tested?

 

[deathbyguitar]

How much were the Mesa amps affected by the updates for those who have tested?

I have yet to try 27 beta 2 (uploading it now) but beta 1 felt like a new generation of Axe-FX all together. Recto goodness keeps getting more good-er

 

[Countryclarke]

Excited to try this on the FM9. I’ve got a small run of shows coming up, would love to take the chance and try the new FW before I take off in a few days…

 

[LiamH]

First time I have jumped onto a Public Beta for a while, and I only got around to installing 26 earlier this week. I've mainly been experimenting with 2203 High Input and a few Drive pedals today.

I'm feeling a little late to the party with the updated Drive blocks from 26. They really do seem great. The most noticable improvement seems to be with "transistor driven" circuits, rather than those that use diodes in an op amp feedback loop. Exception being the RAT, which is in the latter camp, and now seems to be giving me the same issue as the real deal, which is the care needed in balancing the filter and drive to get the exact "nasty" spot. (Antithesis of a sweet spot!) Massive improvement in authenticity, which is an improvement overall for me. Probably less so for people that don't like the ProCo RAT pedal.

Of the 27 Beta 2 amps, I've only tried the 2203 High properly with the 4 Drives I use regularly so far. I can definitely feel there is more "clutter" at the low end when driven, and the interaction between the amp and the drive pedals definitely feels more "natural". I'm with @hfam on this. The already perfect somehow got "perfecter"...

Liam

 

[m3medic]

Thanks again for all the work! Updating as I type. Fractal is the ONLY company I trust with Beta versions. They seem to be better than everyone else's public releases. It's probably going to be a sleepless weekend!

 

[Rogerthat]

The DC-30 is less smooth when the power amp is driven and to me it sounds and plays more faithfully to the original. Its got a lot more bite in there which to me is great as an owner of a real one.

 

[Seven2Eleven]

Guys, not sure if this is bug but listen to this. I know the release notes said that there are some artifacts like spitting but this sounds a little weird.

Recorded using my BC Rich with Dick Crusher Pickups with the train wreck amp model