Effects loop question

[frankiev]

I have several rack effects units that Id like to connect to the effects loop and I have a couple of questions . Whats the best way to set the levels ? Should I keep the output level of the external unit up loud and the fx input setting in the axe mixer down or is it a balanceing thing with both around the center . Same question regarding the fxsend on the axe and the effect unit input . Any help appreciated

 

[rodzimguitar68]

Hit the utility button and then page to the right 2 times. You will see meters for your input and outputs. Make sure your input 2 is receiving the same signal that you are sending from out 2. How you get there is only going to occur through experimentation. Don't forget you can set the out 2 global output + or - with the gain slider to the right of the global graphic eq.

 

[javajunkie]

Generally, send as strong as signal as you can (with out clipping and what ever input gain of the rack effect is nominal) to the effect units, with the Axe-fx Input 2 level set at 50% (I think this is the nominal level) send as strong a signal as you can back to the Axe-fx. Adjust any level discrepancies between bypass and on with the Level parameter in the effects loop block. That should give you a good SNR.

 

[frankiev]

Thanks guys . Saved me alot of stress trying to figure this out on my own
Too bad the axe fx dosent come with 300 or so effects presets (especially harmonizer )then I wouldnt have to use external processors . Im no good at building my own as I think may be the case with many others

 

[Gamechanger]

Thanks guys . Saved me alot of stress trying to figure this out on my own
Too bad the axe fx dosent come with 300 or so effects presets (especially harmonizer )then I wouldnt have to use external processors . Im no good at building my own as I think may be the case with many others

+1