As a user since 2013 of the Axe-Fx II I'm feeling like I need to reduce my bank account and switch to the III (Because what else would I do with my money right?)
If you've switched to the III did you feel like your creative palette broadened and justified your change/purchase?
Is there anything on the III you wish was there but isn't or are you happy with what you have?
If you're not happy, are you waiting/hoping for those changes in version IV ?
I'm 87.49% (Approximately depending on the time of the day) convinced I'll switch to the III but I'm wavering on sticking with the II and ignoring YouTube video's that show how cool the III is.
Cheers.
I designed the thing and I never touch anything other than the basic controls now. Occasionally I'll tweak Sag or Output EQ but it's usually just the basic controls. I probably spend more time in the Cab block auditioning IRs.Agreed.
I used to tweak the II a ton, but with the III lately, pretty much every stock amp sounds good and other than basic stuff don’t need to touch any advanced stuff to make it sound “realer”
The 3u form factor of the Axe Fx III is much better than the 2u of the Axe Fx II in my opinion.I own the Axe FX 2 XL.
Sure, the Axe FX 3 amps sound slightly more realistic (I assume?), and it has a better UI, and has more features, but the 3U size and more weight outweighted the pros and made it not really a worthy upgrade for me... My patches are really simple, I wouldn't really use all that extra processing power...
Now, the FM3.... That's gonna be mah boy. Best for my needs.
Hands down the 3 is much better than the 2. 2 was great, but the 3 has even more awesomeness inside. Easier to dial up amp tones quick. Less futzing around. Better highs and overall sound is more open IMO.As a user since 2013 of the Axe-Fx II I'm feeling like I need to reduce my bank account and switch to the III (Because what else would I do with my money right?)
If you've switched to the III did you feel like your creative palette broadened and justified your change/purchase?
Is there anything on the III you wish was there but isn't or are you happy with what you have?
If you're not happy, are you waiting/hoping for those changes in version IV ?
I'm 87.49% (Approximately depending on the time of the day) convinced I'll switch to the III but I'm wavering on sticking with the II and ignoring YouTube video's that show how cool the III is.
Cheers.
Wow ! thanks everyone for taking the time to reply to my questions, I didn't expect to receive so many replies so quickly!
I would like to upgrade to the III and a FC-12 but it seems our friend Corona has slowed distribution down and it may be a long time before I can get one in Australia unfortunately.
I appreciate all the comments people have made and it's been invaluable in progressing my thought processes in getting one. I guess now I have to just put my name on a list and see when my name is called.
Thanks again !
I designed the thing and I never touch anything other than the basic controls now. Occasionally I'll tweak Sag or Output EQ but it's usually just the basic controls. I probably spend more time in the Cab block auditioning IRs.
Me too.I designed the thing and I never touch anything other than the basic controls now. Occasionally I'll tweak Sag or Output EQ but it's usually just the basic controls. I probably spend more time in the Cab block auditioning IRs.