Axefx vs eleven rack dream theater on the backs of. It is a more visual interface and it should be for the. We have 1 fractal axefx ultra manual available for free pdf download. The headrush gear is based on the eleven rack, which was around. Axe fx vs eleven rack vs pod hd 500x rob chapman forum. Yet, if money were no object, i would easily recommend the axe ii over an eleven rack. The main features of the fractal audio axe fx, line 6 helix, kemper profiler.
The best custom patches for fractal audio axefx ii. Fx is the guitar processor with 80s looks and 21st. Either im not looking hard enough, or its just fate that no one has compared these two beasts with detail. Cant comment on the eleven rack because ive never used one. Fractal axefx ultra user manual 107 pages preamp effects processor. Fractal audio axe fx ultra preampeffects processor reverb. All that said, i did buy an ultra, i did end up selling the eleven rack once i compared it side by side to the ultra, i did love the ultra right up until i upgraded to the ii, and i am completely certain i did the right thing on each step. Johnson, has earned a reputation for extracting the best tones out of generally available guitar modeling processors. If you have the money get a kemper it is the best amp i have ever used.
Then you may want to lean axefx as headrush is lacking in that area. This is a common issue with this model and i purchased it like this 1 year ago, otherwise axe fx ultra is in perfect shape and sounds amazing. How to downloadupload patches fractal audio systems axefx. I use mine to control my axe fx ultra, and its a great alternative to fractals midi board because it is a lot cheaper, but you dont necessarily lose out on quality. But that description barely scratches the surface of what this thing does. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or feature requests. Helix rack or fx3 are so far ahead of mere stage amps and pedals that. Fractal audio ax8, line 6 helix floor, and headrush. The eleven rack is an improvement i admit, ive only played one for about 10 minutes after owning an ultra since 2007, its just too annoying to play longer, but it is still both much more static than the axe, and much more digital.
Available as a rackmountable unit like the axe fx, one advantage that. This will overwrite any patches you have saved in a given bank on your axefx. Bank c is blank so the user can create their own custom bank on the standard. If there is a unit that you want to be included, please contact us.
To me, editing presets on the unit and with their multiple applications is easier than the 11r. So i have an axe fx ultra right now, and its pretty much driving me insane when trying to find a tone that works for me in a mix. I have heard great clips by both, but anytime you are using computer software you are at the mercy of the horsepower of your computer. The pack includes the bass preset used on some songs, one of the clean presets and a rhythm preset. Amp emulations have come a long way over the past decade, and the emulations on the axe fx are top notch. Doesnt mean the ultra wasnt the better choice for others. Can the eleven rack hang with axe fx or will the crowd favorite reign supreme. Axe fx has been racked since day 1, minimal rack rash. So i have an axefx ultra right now, and its pretty much driving me insane when trying to find a tone that works for me in a mix. Explore the various tonal possibilities of fas series with custom choptones irs or the great tone matching.
Grouping 128 presets or patches together form a bank. Axefx or eleven rack gearslutz pro audio community. Dial in to some of the biggest tones in rock with this ultimate collection of simulated amp, instrument, and artist tones and effects. Only issue with this unit is dial is a little funky if spun fast but is completely functional. Since making a broad sound also of axefx and eleven rack was completed, it was only an example, but i wanted to compare them. The ultra does have some cool presets on it for sure, though. Singtall eleven rack presets free presets download presets singtall preset mega superpack the original superpack of presets that includes everything ive done to date. Hit ok the editor will automatically command your axefx to send the appropriate bank. However, after having had one for about 6 weeks or so, i think it is money wellspent. I still use these tube amps, but everyday i discover another reason the axefx ii could be the future of guitar in todays modern gigging and recording situations. For live work the axe fx ii has benefits over the eleven rack, it has. It is nearly infinitely configurable, which is a good thing though some people may not like that. I have an axe ultra a step past the original and while im sure that the.
Ax8 amp modelermultifx processor fractal audio systems. The axe fx ultra is a rackmount multieffects unit that can pair with a computer to edit new presets. Both the ultra and the standard utilize 3 banks known as abc. Fractal audio systems axefx ultrastandard ultimate presets with software cdr. This will overwrite any patches you have saved in a given bank on your axe fx. I wasnt over impressed by the axe fx especially for the money. Lefty ass hh some kinda blue lefty jp6 some kinda red lefty gibson lp traditional mahongany axfx2. I dont have a midi controller for my axefx ultra, so every time im recording and need to change patches i have to patiently spin the value wheel until i get to my desired patch. The buyer must manually load them into the axefxs user cab locations and link them to the proper cab block or blocks as described in the preset description. Once upon a time i had the perfect rectifier patch for recording, then i forgot to save it and havent gotten anywhere close since.
Avid eleven rack vs line 6 pod hd500x battle demo youtube. Been using it for a while without any issues at all. The only advantages to the eleven rack in my opinion are that you can use it as a recording interface and it comes with a version of pro tools software. We put together a few axe fx ii presets which were used during the recording of tesseracts latest album polaris. Fractal axefx ultra manuals manuals and user guides for fractal axefx ultra. Six months with the fractal audio axe fx ii listeninggame. Eleven rack patches bogie vol 1 playthrough mesa boogie models. I think you can get fairly close to it with a pod hd. My brother has the gsp1101 and i had an axe fx for a while. Singtall presets professional presets made for guitar players contact singtall about singtall singtall, aka ross j.
Presets fractal audio systems axefx wiki landing page. Achtung presets atomicbomc 10 presets atyclb 11 presets bloodred 7 presets boy 7 presets chicago 33 presets joshuatree 10 presets milan 11 presets nloth 1 preset october1 10 presets paris 15 presets rh 12 presets war 8 presets zoo 21 presets. Since the early days of guitar processors, he has produced some of the finest presets representing the tones of our favorite artists. This axe fx ultra is an amazing piece of machinery and no doubt competes with newer units. While the gsp is a great preampmodeler it isnt even close to the axe.
Yes i know the axe fx is as well, but it is a stand alone unit and not having to take on the daw efforts, plugins if you use additional ones, etc. Below you will find recordings of patches ive built into my unit as well as the patch download for you to experiment. I used to own a axe fx ultra and that is the god box, so deep and tweakable and everything pristine quality. When i post a preset, ill try to provide some details e. Ampsounds im kemper sind stets bestandteil eines presets, rigs genannt. Sep 07, 2010 either im not looking hard enough, or its just fate that no one has compared these two beasts with detail.
Oct 17, 2010 axe fx wins hands down in a head to head comparison. I build this quick script that allows you to use the cli to change patches. Fractal audio systems axe fx ultra standard ultimate presets with software cdr. It features many of the same leadingedge technologies utilized in our flagship axefx ii processor, now offered in a floor unit at a fantastic price. The axefx isnt revolutionary, its just a digital modeller that sounds better than line 6 products and the eleven rack. I still use these tube amps, but everyday i discover another reason the axe fx ii could be the future of guitar in todays modern gigging and recording situations. Convince me to get an 11r instead of an axe fx ii ver. Avid 11 rack guitar modelling amp vs axe fx gearslutz.
Fractal audio systems amp modeling and effects processor. How to downloadupload patches fractal audio systems axe. A step up from that would let you have some combination of patch change and fx instant access allowing you to turn fx onoff. Select which bank you want to grab from your axefx. Axe fx vs helix vs kemper vs amplifire modelling amps. If so, we hope you will register now and join our community. This is a common issue with this model and i purchased it like this 1 year ago, otherwise axe. Sep 14, 2011 this video compares three amp models found in fractal audios axe fx ultra, axe fx ii and digidesign eleven rack. In the simplest terms, the axefx ii is a rack mountable preamp and effects processor.
Amp emulations have come a long way over the past decade, and the emulations on the axefx are top notch. Given its superior sound, extensive number of available models, and strategically small footprint, this unit provides a fantastic value for anyone looking to get into the axe fx family, assuming you can live without a headphone output. Excellent condition fractal axe fx iii loaded with austinbuddy patches naked pack no issues, all works perfectly. Here is a list of all the available effect unitsamplifiers on the site. This is the first product ive tried from fractal audio systems, and its one of a pair of guitar amp and effect simulators built by the company. Fractal audio systems axe change the official site for. This video compares three amp models found in fractal audios axe fx ultra, axe fx ii and digidesign eleven rack. You can get that from a line 5 hd500 or eleven rack, you dont need an axefx or a kemper. The fx8 mark ii is a new multieffects pedalboard designed to deliver fractals signature quality without compromise in an effectsonly floor unit. But how can a guitarist resist the kemper, its just too tempting because its such a revolutionary piece of gear. The buyer must manually load them into the axe fx s user cab locations and link them to the proper cab block or blocks as described in the preset description. Ax8 amp modelermulti fx processor quantum amp modeling, ultrares cab sims, and fractalquality effects. My question is if the axe fx is many notches above the pod hd, eleven rack and other competing units how much money are those notches worth.
In my opinion, the axe fx seems to do more things and more things better, overall, and has more routing and setup options. Fx8 runs up to eight simultaneous effects using the stateoftheart algorithms made famous in the axefx ii. Its worth noting that the axe fx ultra was used to record the rhythm tracks. Axefx bass patches updated wclips are you a heavy metal guitar player, collector or enthusiast. Axefx ii vs axefx iii you can browse forums as a guest but you have to register before you can post. What makes the axefx ii remarkable is that its powerful enough to replace a lot of traditional ampeffectscab setups. Axe fx 2 area firmware metallica patches i am looking for correct sounding patches from any album preferably it would be cool if the patch included the actual gear they used to obtain the sound but either way as long as a master of puppets patch sounds like master of puppets then im good. Theres 2 god boxes now, the other is the kemper which is the king of cloning the sound of any real world amp. Not saying the axe fx iii isnt awesome, but i just feel like i have more than i need. Mark holcomb on gain settings with fractal audio axe fxii.
Guitar effect patches for zoom, digitech, korg, tc. Fractal audio axe fx ultra with behringer fcb1010 midi controller and maudio midi sport. The official source for presets and cabs for your axe fx. Hit ok the editor will automatically command your axe fx to send the appropriate bank. Now, people are trying to make the thread about 11r vs axe ii vs kemper. Eleven rack all fairly good but the kemper is better than them all. The eleven rack is what convinced me i could step away from more than 30 years of tube amps. Create threads and post replies, upload photos and attachments, send and receive private messages, join and. The axe fx is more of a guitaristsound designer ultimate power tool. Axe fx wins hands down in a head to head comparison. Select which bank you want to grab from your axe fx. Eleven rack expansion pack erxp factory patch demo a1e4 duration. Axe change the official site for fractal audio presets. Download presets and cabs, or upload your own creations.
But i can say without a doubt that i loved my axefx ultra when i had it, and i love my axefx ii even more. Most presets use one or more specific impulse responses irs that are included in the preset download. Not all computerbased products are capable of letting you patch a rack item into the fx loop of a virtual. But i can say without a doubt that i loved my axe fx ultra when i had it, and i love my axe fx ii even more. Help other axe fx users find their way into creating the perfect sound. Popular downloads axe change the official site for fractal. The official source for presets and cabs for your axefx.
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