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__TOC__
 
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=Available on which Fractal Audio products=
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=Available on which products=
  
 
* '''Axe-Fx III''': 4 blocks
 
* '''Axe-Fx III''': 4 blocks
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* '''FM3''': not yet known...
 
* '''Axe-Fx II''': 2 blocks
 
* '''Axe-Fx II''': 2 blocks
 
* '''AX8''': no
 
* '''AX8''': no
 
* '''FX8''': no
 
* '''FX8''': no
  
=X/Y and channels=
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=Channels or X/Y switching=
  
 
* '''Axe-Fx III''': 4 channels
 
* '''Axe-Fx III''': 4 channels
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* '''FM3''': ?
 
* '''Axe-Fx II XL''' and '''XL+''': X/Y
 
* '''Axe-Fx II XL''' and '''XL+''': X/Y
 
* '''Axe-Fx II Mk I and II''': no
 
* '''Axe-Fx II Mk I and II''': no
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=Mixer instances=
 
=Mixer instances=
  
==In the Output block==
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==In Output block==
  
Each preset has an Output block containing a mixer. The Axe-Fx III has an output mixer in every Output block.
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Each preset has an Output block containing a mixer. The Axe-Fx III and FM3 have an output mixer in every Output block.
  
 
The mixer controls the overall output level of the preset and the relative levels of the grid rows. The output level can be different for each preset scene. The MIDI-controlled commands VOL INCR and VOL DECR adjust this level.
 
The mixer controls the overall output level of the preset and the relative levels of the grid rows. The output level can be different for each preset scene. The MIDI-controlled commands VOL INCR and VOL DECR adjust this level.
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More information in the [[Owners_Manuals|Owner's Manual]].
 
More information in the [[Owners_Manuals|Owner's Manual]].
  
==As a separate block==
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==Separate block==
  
The Axe-Fx II and III provide dedicated Mixer blocks, which can be used to route and adjust the signal on the grid.
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The standalone Mixer block(s) can be used to route and adjust the signal on the grid.
  
 
More information in the [[Owners_Manuals|Owner's Manual]].
 
More information in the [[Owners_Manuals|Owner's Manual]].
 
=Limited functionality when placed in the first column=
 
 
A Mixer block in the first column on the grid of an Axe-Fx operates differently than in other positions. Only Gain and Balance for the first row are functional, the other settings are ignored.
 
  
 
=Using the Mixer block for routing=
 
=Using the Mixer block for routing=
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The Mixer block can't be bypassed.
 
The Mixer block can't be bypassed.
  
=Parameters table=
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=Parameters=
  
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
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! '''Parameter'''
 
! '''Parameter'''
! '''Axe-Fx III'''
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! '''Axe-Fx III / FM3'''
 
! '''Axe-Fx II'''
 
! '''Axe-Fx II'''
 
! '''AX8, FX8'''
 
! '''AX8, FX8'''

Revision as of 19:52, 25 April 2019

Available on which products

  • Axe-Fx III: 4 blocks
  • FM3: not yet known...
  • Axe-Fx II: 2 blocks
  • AX8: no
  • FX8: no

Channels or X/Y switching

  • Axe-Fx III: 4 channels
  • FM3: ?
  • Axe-Fx II XL and XL+: X/Y
  • Axe-Fx II Mk I and II: no
  • AX8: n/a
  • FX8: n/a

Mixer instances

In Output block

Each preset has an Output block containing a mixer. The Axe-Fx III and FM3 have an output mixer in every Output block.

The mixer controls the overall output level of the preset and the relative levels of the grid rows. The output level can be different for each preset scene. The MIDI-controlled commands VOL INCR and VOL DECR adjust this level.

More information in the Owner's Manual.

Separate block

The standalone Mixer block(s) can be used to route and adjust the signal on the grid.

More information in the Owner's Manual.

Using the Mixer block for routing

Attach an external controller (switch) to the Mixer for routing purposes.

Example: operating the pedal or switch can enable one row (effect) and bypass another. This lets you use a single pedal to operate as a Wah (Wah block) or a Whammy (Pitch block). More examples ...

The Mixer block can't be bypassed.

Parameters

Parameter Axe-Fx III / FM3 Axe-Fx II AX8, FX8
Gain Rows 1-6 yes n/a
Balance Rows 1-6 yes n/a
Mono/Stereo yes n/a
Output Level yes n/a
Output Balance yes n/a