StratnVox
Inspired
Following the release of this Firmware, I have reworked some 55 presets for Shadows and so-called "Surf" music.
The Shadows should never be regarded as "surf music" but guitar instrument music ranging from "Rock and Roll" to popular music. Many of their 600+ recordings are instrumental versions of popular vocals. There are, of course, pure instrumental tunes which became the catalyst for many famous guitarists to start playing guitar (Brian May, Mark Knofler, etc.) and emulate Hank Marvin.
Hank is about to release a new album called "Without a Word" in June 2017 (do a FB search to find his page). its getting close to 60 years since he started playing professionally.
The most powerful aspects of the latest Firmware include "Motor Drive", "Motor Time Constant" and the new Optical Compressor types. All of these features are utilised in these presets. Additionally, all except two presets use UltraRes Factory IR's. The two exceptions are noted in the README file and contain a ToneMatch IR.
The contents of the zip file include a README.pdf (please do read), 55 preset files and a spreadsheet in 2 formats listing 230 Shadows tunes in backing track order and the preset to use.
Please note that these presets require Axe-Fx II with Firmware Quantum 7.02 or later and have been exported from an Axe-Fx II. For other equipment, may I suggest the "Fractool" Click here
There are a number of early attempts to achieve Shadows presets in AxeChange. Please use these instead.
Shadows AxeFX III Presets (2017)
Please enjoy and as always feedback is welcome.
The Shadows should never be regarded as "surf music" but guitar instrument music ranging from "Rock and Roll" to popular music. Many of their 600+ recordings are instrumental versions of popular vocals. There are, of course, pure instrumental tunes which became the catalyst for many famous guitarists to start playing guitar (Brian May, Mark Knofler, etc.) and emulate Hank Marvin.
Hank is about to release a new album called "Without a Word" in June 2017 (do a FB search to find his page). its getting close to 60 years since he started playing professionally.
The most powerful aspects of the latest Firmware include "Motor Drive", "Motor Time Constant" and the new Optical Compressor types. All of these features are utilised in these presets. Additionally, all except two presets use UltraRes Factory IR's. The two exceptions are noted in the README file and contain a ToneMatch IR.
The contents of the zip file include a README.pdf (please do read), 55 preset files and a spreadsheet in 2 formats listing 230 Shadows tunes in backing track order and the preset to use.
Please note that these presets require Axe-Fx II with Firmware Quantum 7.02 or later and have been exported from an Axe-Fx II. For other equipment, may I suggest the "Fractool" Click here
There are a number of early attempts to achieve Shadows presets in AxeChange. Please use these instead.
Shadows AxeFX III Presets (2017)
Please enjoy and as always feedback is welcome.
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