SlugAlex
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Hey whats up!
I haven't posted in a while here, but I have been needing some help, and this forum has always been great to me!
So I have owned an AXE FX II for a while (Loved it so much), but was forced to sell it. I currently own a Line 6 Helix, but have been itching to get me an AX8.
Non the less, I am writing this post hoping to get me some insight and help.
I am pretty new to modern High gain tones, and wanted to know if someone could help clarify some things.
I seem to never get the tones I am after. They never quite sound as big or full as what I am trying to achieve.
I will post my questions below.
Just for reference I use an LTD EC Deluxe with 81/60 pups, and a Fender Precision Bass.
Are there certain frequencies I should pay attention to when trying to dial in a aggressive high gain tone, if so what are they? What is a good starting point EQ wise?
What amp models should I be looking at?
Do physical pedals like overdrives do better than the built in effects when trying to achieve said tones?
What Pedals (modeled or physical) should I look at?
What IR packs would you recommend?
How much difference does the tuning make?
What should I look for in Rhythm Vs Lead Tones?
I know the bass plays a HUGE role in what I hear, so the same questions go for the bass.
What frequencies/eq should I pay attention to when trying to dial in a fat growly bass?
IR pack recommendations for Heavy Bass tones?
What amps would you recommend I try on the bass to get the tones I'm after?
Last but not least, How much difference is there really between the tone straight out of a guitar modeler vs when its in a mixed/mastered track? Does/should the tone change much?
I will post some examples of tones I am trying to get close to so we are all on the same page.
Thank you in advance, I will post the clips below!
I know its a lot of questions, but I figure who better to help me in this situation than you guys!
I'm sure I'm not the only person this will help out!
(I know its obvious what IR's he's using)
I haven't posted in a while here, but I have been needing some help, and this forum has always been great to me!
So I have owned an AXE FX II for a while (Loved it so much), but was forced to sell it. I currently own a Line 6 Helix, but have been itching to get me an AX8.
Non the less, I am writing this post hoping to get me some insight and help.
I am pretty new to modern High gain tones, and wanted to know if someone could help clarify some things.
I seem to never get the tones I am after. They never quite sound as big or full as what I am trying to achieve.
I will post my questions below.
Just for reference I use an LTD EC Deluxe with 81/60 pups, and a Fender Precision Bass.
Are there certain frequencies I should pay attention to when trying to dial in a aggressive high gain tone, if so what are they? What is a good starting point EQ wise?
What amp models should I be looking at?
Do physical pedals like overdrives do better than the built in effects when trying to achieve said tones?
What Pedals (modeled or physical) should I look at?
What IR packs would you recommend?
How much difference does the tuning make?
What should I look for in Rhythm Vs Lead Tones?
I know the bass plays a HUGE role in what I hear, so the same questions go for the bass.
What frequencies/eq should I pay attention to when trying to dial in a fat growly bass?
IR pack recommendations for Heavy Bass tones?
What amps would you recommend I try on the bass to get the tones I'm after?
Last but not least, How much difference is there really between the tone straight out of a guitar modeler vs when its in a mixed/mastered track? Does/should the tone change much?
I will post some examples of tones I am trying to get close to so we are all on the same page.
Thank you in advance, I will post the clips below!
I know its a lot of questions, but I figure who better to help me in this situation than you guys!
I'm sure I'm not the only person this will help out!
(I know its obvious what IR's he's using)