random3
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Hi guys, I this is my first post here, figured I would check out the forums and see if anyone can advise me.
This post will probably be lengthy so thanks in advance to anyone who reads it all!
I am considering purchasing an Axe-FX II and foot controller possibly in a few months if I have the money.
Firstly, I will list my current gear before asking questions:
Guitars: I won't list them, but I have multiple guitars and basses.
Amp and cab: Peavey 6505 head and Marshall 1960AV cab.
Pedals: Morley Bad Horsie II, Ibanez TS9DX, Boss NS2, TC Electronic Flashback X4, TC Electronic Dreamscape, Korg Pitchblack.
Computer and peripherals: iMac, Presonus Audiobox 2x2, Shure SM57, Sennheiser E606, Yamaha HS50s.
Now that's out the way, on to my questions. I am well aware of the capabilities of the Axe-FX II as many bands I am into use them both live and in the studio. My questions aren't so much regarding how to use the unit, as I am sure if I purchase one I will learn this fine, I would like to know more how the unit will integrate with my current gear, both for live and home usage.
1. Do I absolutely need to purchase a power amp unit in order to play the Axe-FX II through my cab? Or could I use the 6505 instead of a power amp unit?
2. Is there any reason I would want to do this if I can simply play through my Yamaha monitors (aside from volume of course).
3. Assuming I am happy with the way the Axe-FX II sounds, is there any reason I would want to keep my 6505?
4. Regarding my pedals, which ones would become obsolete if I had the Axe-FX II? I assume the noise gate and tuner pedals are a given, what about the wah, overdrive and modulation/delay effects?
5. If I wanted to keep, say, my wah pedal, can I simply place the wah before the Axe-FX II and use it as per normal?
6. Can I power any pedals I decide to keep with either the Axe-FX II or the foot controller?
7. I have read that the Axe-FX II will take the place of an interface, meaning I won't need my Presonus Audiobox. Can I plug my microphones into the Axe-FX II and record other instruments, or can the unit only record a guitar that has been directly plugged into it?
8. When I get back into playing live I would almost certainly buy the foot controller, but how useful is it for home usage? Is changing presets or adding effects quick enough to be done on the fly when playing at home?
That's all I can really think of now, I will post again in this thread if I think of anything else.
Thanks in advance for any replies!
This post will probably be lengthy so thanks in advance to anyone who reads it all!
I am considering purchasing an Axe-FX II and foot controller possibly in a few months if I have the money.
Firstly, I will list my current gear before asking questions:
Guitars: I won't list them, but I have multiple guitars and basses.
Amp and cab: Peavey 6505 head and Marshall 1960AV cab.
Pedals: Morley Bad Horsie II, Ibanez TS9DX, Boss NS2, TC Electronic Flashback X4, TC Electronic Dreamscape, Korg Pitchblack.
Computer and peripherals: iMac, Presonus Audiobox 2x2, Shure SM57, Sennheiser E606, Yamaha HS50s.
Now that's out the way, on to my questions. I am well aware of the capabilities of the Axe-FX II as many bands I am into use them both live and in the studio. My questions aren't so much regarding how to use the unit, as I am sure if I purchase one I will learn this fine, I would like to know more how the unit will integrate with my current gear, both for live and home usage.
1. Do I absolutely need to purchase a power amp unit in order to play the Axe-FX II through my cab? Or could I use the 6505 instead of a power amp unit?
2. Is there any reason I would want to do this if I can simply play through my Yamaha monitors (aside from volume of course).
3. Assuming I am happy with the way the Axe-FX II sounds, is there any reason I would want to keep my 6505?
4. Regarding my pedals, which ones would become obsolete if I had the Axe-FX II? I assume the noise gate and tuner pedals are a given, what about the wah, overdrive and modulation/delay effects?
5. If I wanted to keep, say, my wah pedal, can I simply place the wah before the Axe-FX II and use it as per normal?
6. Can I power any pedals I decide to keep with either the Axe-FX II or the foot controller?
7. I have read that the Axe-FX II will take the place of an interface, meaning I won't need my Presonus Audiobox. Can I plug my microphones into the Axe-FX II and record other instruments, or can the unit only record a guitar that has been directly plugged into it?
8. When I get back into playing live I would almost certainly buy the foot controller, but how useful is it for home usage? Is changing presets or adding effects quick enough to be done on the fly when playing at home?
That's all I can really think of now, I will post again in this thread if I think of anything else.
Thanks in advance for any replies!