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* Manual: ''based on a Japanese solid-state amp with built-in chorus. With essentially no tone shaping this amp has a warm, midrange-thick sound that is good for jazz and fingerstyle. With the Axe-Fx’s powerful tone controls you can tweak this type to get shimmering rhythm tones as well'' | * Manual: ''based on a Japanese solid-state amp with built-in chorus. With essentially no tone shaping this amp has a warm, midrange-thick sound that is good for jazz and fingerstyle. With the Axe-Fx’s powerful tone controls you can tweak this type to get shimmering rhythm tones as well'' | ||
* Cabinet: no specific one. Alternative: Red Wirez JC-120 IR | * Cabinet: no specific one. Alternative: Red Wirez JC-120 IR | ||
− | * Original controls: | + | * Original controls: Volume, Treble, Middle, Bass. Volume |
* [http://backstage.rolandus.com/product_manuals/?group=4 Original manual] | * [http://backstage.rolandus.com/product_manuals/?group=4 Original manual] | ||
* [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Broland+%2Bjazz+%2Bchorus+%2Bjc&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | * [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Broland+%2Bjazz+%2Bchorus+%2Bjc&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | ||
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* Manual: ''based on a classic American 40-watt tube amp with built-in vibrato. Great for gutsy blues, this type breaks up nicely, especially when the Master is cranked. The original had no Mid or Presence so set these to ‘0’ for classic tone'' | * Manual: ''based on a classic American 40-watt tube amp with built-in vibrato. Great for gutsy blues, this type breaks up nicely, especially when the Master is cranked. The original had no Mid or Presence so set these to ‘0’ for classic tone'' | ||
* Cabinet: 1x12 Black, 2x12 Black, 1x15 Blues, 4x10 Bass. Alternative: Red Wirez Fender Tweed IR | * Cabinet: 1x12 Black, 2x12 Black, 1x15 Blues, 4x10 Bass. Alternative: Red Wirez Fender Tweed IR | ||
− | * Original controls (Normal channel): Volume, Treble, Bass. Normal/Bright channel. Later models: Bright switch. | + | * Original controls (Normal channel): Volume, Treble, Bass. Normal/Bright channel. Later models: Bright switch |
+ | * For authentic tone: crank the Master, set Drive to 3.50, keep Mids at 5 and Presence to zero (12 o'clock) | ||
* [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Tutorials#Fenders_Sims Fender tips in the Wiki] | * [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Tutorials#Fenders_Sims Fender tips in the Wiki] | ||
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fender_Vibroverb Wikipedia content] | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fender_Vibroverb Wikipedia content] | ||
* [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Bfender+%2Bbrownface&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | * [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Bfender+%2Bbrownface&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | ||
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* Manual: ''a low-to-medium gain sound great for blues. Based on a classic bass amplifier with four 10” speakers, it didn’t work so well for bass but guitar players quickly discovered it made a great blues amp. Try a treble booster in front for screaming blues work a la Albert Collins or Albert King'' | * Manual: ''a low-to-medium gain sound great for blues. Based on a classic bass amplifier with four 10” speakers, it didn’t work so well for bass but guitar players quickly discovered it made a great blues amp. Try a treble booster in front for screaming blues work a la Albert Collins or Albert King'' | ||
* Cabinet: 4x10 Bass. Alternative: Red Wirez Bassman IR | * Cabinet: 4x10 Bass. Alternative: Red Wirez Bassman IR | ||
− | * Original controls: Volume, Presence, Bass, Middle, Treble. Normal/Bright channel. | + | * Original controls: Volume, Presence, Bass, Middle, Treble. Normal/Bright channel |
+ | * Crank the Master and set Drive to about 3.50 | ||
* [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Tutorials#Fenders_Sims Fender tips in the Wiki] | * [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Tutorials#Fenders_Sims Fender tips in the Wiki] | ||
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fender_Bassman Wikipedia content] | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fender_Bassman Wikipedia content] | ||
* [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Bbassman+%2Bfender&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | * [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Bbassman+%2Bfender&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | ||
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|= Fender Deluxe Reverb (AB763) | |= Fender Deluxe Reverb (AB763) | ||
− | * The former name "Tweed" and description didn't match with the emulated model. The name was changed to Deluxe Verb in firmware 9.01 | + | * The former name "Tweed" and description didn't match with the emulated model. The name was changed to Deluxe Verb in firmware 9.01 and the sim was remodeled |
* Manual (9.x): ''based on the classic 1965 “Blackface” 1x12 combo amplifier. This amp features two 6V6 power tubes and has a great chimey tone. Turn the Drive and Master up and the amp starts to get a nice overdriven breakup'' | * Manual (9.x): ''based on the classic 1965 “Blackface” 1x12 combo amplifier. This amp features two 6V6 power tubes and has a great chimey tone. Turn the Drive and Master up and the amp starts to get a nice overdriven breakup'' | ||
* Cabinet: 1x12 Black, 2x12 Black, 4x10 Bass. Alternative: Red Wirez Fender Twin IRs (C12N) | * Cabinet: 1x12 Black, 2x12 Black, 4x10 Bass. Alternative: Red Wirez Fender Twin IRs (C12N) | ||
* For authentic tone: turn Mid to 6.8, crank the Master and set Drive to about 3.50 | * For authentic tone: turn Mid to 6.8, crank the Master and set Drive to about 3.50 | ||
− | * Original controls: Volume, Bass, Treble | + | * Original controls: Volume, Bass, Treble |
* [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Tutorials#Fenders_Sims Fender tips in the Wiki] | * [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Tutorials#Fenders_Sims Fender tips in the Wiki] | ||
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fender_Deluxe_Reverb Wikipedia content] | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fender_Deluxe_Reverb Wikipedia content] | ||
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* Manual: ''based on a popular, 100-watt American tube amp with two 12” speakers. This simulation captures the Normal Channel. Very similar to the Brownface model but a little more mellow. The tone-stack is also slightly different giving it just a bit different voicing'' | * Manual: ''based on a popular, 100-watt American tube amp with two 12” speakers. This simulation captures the Normal Channel. Very similar to the Brownface model but a little more mellow. The tone-stack is also slightly different giving it just a bit different voicing'' | ||
* Cabinet: 2x12 Black. Alternative: Red Wirez Fender Twin IRs (default C12N, factory upgrade JBL D120) | * Cabinet: 2x12 Black. Alternative: Red Wirez Fender Twin IRs (default C12N, factory upgrade JBL D120) | ||
− | * Original controls (Normal channel): Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble. Bright switch (works with Drive below 6). | + | * Original controls (Normal channel): Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble. Bright switch (works with Drive below 6) |
+ | * Crank the Master and set Drive to about 3.50 | ||
* [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Tutorials#Fenders_Sims Fender tips in the Wiki] | * [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Tutorials#Fenders_Sims Fender tips in the Wiki] | ||
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fender_Twin Wikipedia content] | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fender_Twin Wikipedia content] | ||
* [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Bfender+%2Btwin+%2Breverb&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | * [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Bfender+%2Btwin+%2Breverb&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | ||
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* Manual: ''a medium-gain emulation based on an early British tube amplifier. This type does not have the high-frequency emphasis like the American types and therefore has a darker sound. Try a treble boost in front for a snarling British “opera-rock” sound. This amp is notable in that it has no negative feedback around the power-amp and hence has a gritty character and less high-frequency response'' | * Manual: ''a medium-gain emulation based on an early British tube amplifier. This type does not have the high-frequency emphasis like the American types and therefore has a darker sound. Try a treble boost in front for a snarling British “opera-rock” sound. This amp is notable in that it has no negative feedback around the power-amp and hence has a gritty character and less high-frequency response'' | ||
* Cabinet: 1x12 Brit, 2x12 Brit. Alternative: Red Wirez Vox IRs | * Cabinet: 1x12 Brit, 2x12 Brit. Alternative: Red Wirez Vox IRs | ||
− | * Original controls: Cut, Volume. The original amp didn't have Bass, Middle and Treble controls, so leave them at noon. Use Presence (= Cut) instead | + | * Original controls: Cut, Volume. The original amp didn't have Bass, Middle and Treble controls, so leave them at noon. Use Presence (= Cut) instead |
− | Note from Cliff: "An AC30 has no power amp feedback so it doesn't have presence or depth controls. It has a "Cut" control which is basically an adjustable snubber on the phase inverter. The Presence control becomes the Cut control. To duplicate the amp you would only adjust the Presence negative but the model lets you boost as well if you adjust Presence positive. The Depth control won't do anything so it doesn't matter where you set it. If the Damping (Damp) is zero the Depth control is disabled and Damp defaults to zero for that amp model | + | * Note from Cliff: "An AC30 has no power amp feedback so it doesn't have presence or depth controls. It has a "Cut" control which is basically an adjustable snubber on the phase inverter. The Presence control becomes the Cut control. To duplicate the amp you would only adjust the Presence negative but the model lets you boost as well if you adjust Presence positive. The Depth control won't do anything so it doesn't matter where you set it. If the Damping (Damp) is zero the Depth control is disabled and Damp defaults to zero for that amp model" |
* The original had no Master Volume, so crank the Master and keep Drive low | * The original had no Master Volume, so crank the Master and keep Drive low | ||
* Try a Tonebender drive or Treble Booster before the amp | * Try a Tonebender drive or Treble Booster before the amp | ||
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* Manual: ''based on the “Top Boost Mod” version of the Class A. The public yearned for a brighter amp and the designers responded by adding a treble boost circuit. At first this circuit was a retrofit but then included as standard. Our simulation captures the boosted high-frequency response and slightly reduced bass response of the original'' | * Manual: ''based on the “Top Boost Mod” version of the Class A. The public yearned for a brighter amp and the designers responded by adding a treble boost circuit. At first this circuit was a retrofit but then included as standard. Our simulation captures the boosted high-frequency response and slightly reduced bass response of the original'' | ||
* Cabinet: 1x12 Brit, 2x12 Brit. Alternative: Red Wirez Vox IR (Celestion Blue) | * Cabinet: 1x12 Brit, 2x12 Brit. Alternative: Red Wirez Vox IR (Celestion Blue) | ||
− | * Original controls: Volume, Presence (= Cut), Bass, Treble | + | * Original controls: Volume, Presence (= Cut), Bass, Treble |
− | Note from Cliff: "An AC30 has no power amp feedback so it doesn't have presence or depth controls. It has a "Cut" control which is basically an adjustable snubber on the phase inverter. The Presence control becomes the Cut control. To duplicate the amp you would only adjust the Presence negative but the model lets you boost as well if you adjust Presence positive. The Depth control won't do anything so it doesn't matter where you set it. If the Damping (Damp) is zero the Depth control is disabled and Damp defaults to zero for that amp model | + | * Note from Cliff: "An AC30 has no power amp feedback so it doesn't have presence or depth controls. It has a "Cut" control which is basically an adjustable snubber on the phase inverter. The Presence control becomes the Cut control. To duplicate the amp you would only adjust the Presence negative but the model lets you boost as well if you adjust Presence positive. The Depth control won't do anything so it doesn't matter where you set it. If the Damping (Damp) is zero the Depth control is disabled and Damp defaults to zero for that amp model" |
* The original had no Master Volume, so crank the Master and keep Drive low | * The original had no Master Volume, so crank the Master and keep Drive low | ||
* Try boosting the input signal, using for example the Tape Drive or FET Boost | * Try boosting the input signal, using for example the Tape Drive or FET Boost | ||
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|PLEXI 1 | |PLEXI 1 | ||
− | |= Marshall Super Lead (model 1959) | + | |= Marshall Super Lead (model 1959 a.k.a. Plexi) |
* Manual: ''based on a classic British amp, the Plexi is great for crunchy rhythm work. The original was basically a copy of the 4x10 bass amp (see Blues type above) that guitar players adopted but with EL34 output tubes and other British components. Despite being essentially a copy it had a unique voice all its own. It has somewhat low preamp gain and works best with the Master and Drive both set fairly high'' | * Manual: ''based on a classic British amp, the Plexi is great for crunchy rhythm work. The original was basically a copy of the 4x10 bass amp (see Blues type above) that guitar players adopted but with EL34 output tubes and other British components. Despite being essentially a copy it had a unique voice all its own. It has somewhat low preamp gain and works best with the Master and Drive both set fairly high'' | ||
* Cabinet: 4x12 20w. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | * Cabinet: 4x12 20w. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | ||
− | * Original controls: Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble (Presence on later models?). Bright | + | * Original controls: Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble (''Presence on later models?''). Bright (Lead channel) |
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* Crank the Master, SAG and Drive | * Crank the Master, SAG and Drive | ||
* The bright cap (Lead channel) is very large. This means that the Bright switch in the sim has a great impact on the amount of gain | * The bright cap (Lead channel) is very large. This means that the Bright switch in the sim has a great impact on the amount of gain | ||
+ | * [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Tutorials#.22Plexi_Bright_Setting.22: Tip in the Wiki about the Bright switch] | ||
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshall_1959 Wikipedia content] | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshall_1959 Wikipedia content] | ||
* [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=plexi&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | * [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=plexi&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | ||
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|BRIT 800 | |BRIT 800 | ||
− | |= Marshall JCM800 2204 | + | |= Marshall JCM800 (model 2204) |
* Manual: ''the successor to the Plexi type was the vaunted 800 series lead amplifier. Many 80’s rock hits were born using this amp and we’ve captured its tone and put it into a neat little package. This amp had EL34 output tubes, some treble peaking on the input and a little more gain than the Plexi. Like the Plexi type it likes having the Master cranked. At low Master settings the amp can be brittle but bring the Master up and the true tone of this beast comes out. Try it with any of the 4x12 cabinet types for classic rock and metal tones. Try a drive block in front for more snarl'' | * Manual: ''the successor to the Plexi type was the vaunted 800 series lead amplifier. Many 80’s rock hits were born using this amp and we’ve captured its tone and put it into a neat little package. This amp had EL34 output tubes, some treble peaking on the input and a little more gain than the Plexi. Like the Plexi type it likes having the Master cranked. At low Master settings the amp can be brittle but bring the Master up and the true tone of this beast comes out. Try it with any of the 4x12 cabinet types for classic rock and metal tones. Try a drive block in front for more snarl'' | ||
* Cabinet: 4x12 30, 4x12 Green, 4x12 75w, 4x12 T75. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | * Cabinet: 4x12 30, 4x12 Green, 4x12 75w, 4x12 T75. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | ||
− | * Original controls: Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, Presence, Volume | + | * Original controls: Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, Presence, Volume |
* Crank the Master Volume | * Crank the Master Volume | ||
− | * The bright cap on the original (Lead channel) is tied to the pre-amp gain (Drive). If the amp is too bright on low Drive setings, just switch off Bright | + | * The bright cap on the original (Lead channel) is tied to the pre-amp gain (Drive). If the amp is too bright on low Drive setings, just switch off Bright |
* Try adding a TS808 or Tube Drive in front of the amp with zero Gain and full Level | * Try adding a TS808 or Tube Drive in front of the amp with zero Gain and full Level | ||
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshall_Amplification Wikipedia content] | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshall_Amplification Wikipedia content] | ||
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* Manual: ''the successor to the 800 series was the 900 series. This amp had basically the same power amp but a new preamp with more tone shaping, more gain, and a solid-state clipping circuit that gave it a raspier sound. This amp was designed to get more of its distortion from the preamp than the earlier models but you can still keep the drive low and turn up the Master for more power amp distortion'' | * Manual: ''the successor to the 800 series was the 900 series. This amp had basically the same power amp but a new preamp with more tone shaping, more gain, and a solid-state clipping circuit that gave it a raspier sound. This amp was designed to get more of its distortion from the preamp than the earlier models but you can still keep the drive low and turn up the Master for more power amp distortion'' | ||
* Cabinet: 4x12 30w, 4x12 75w, 4x12 T75. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | * Cabinet: 4x12 30w, 4x12 75w, 4x12 T75. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | ||
− | * Original controls: Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, Presence, Volume | + | * Original controls: Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, Presence, Volume |
− | * The bright cap on the original (Lead channel) is tied to the pre-amp gain (Drive). If the amp is too bright on low Drive setings, just switch off Bright | + | * The bright cap on the original (Lead channel) is tied to the pre-amp gain (Drive). If the amp is too bright on low Drive setings, just switch off Bright |
* Experiment with medium to high Master Volume | * Experiment with medium to high Master Volume | ||
* Try adding a TS808 or Tube Drive in front of the amp with zero Gain and full Level | * Try adding a TS808 or Tube Drive in front of the amp with zero Gain and full Level | ||
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* Manual: ''based on a modified British style head with plenty of gain and lots of mids and highs. This type captures the sound of Eddie’s early work. Crank the Master and bring the drive up until you reach sonic nirvana'' | * Manual: ''based on a modified British style head with plenty of gain and lots of mids and highs. This type captures the sound of Eddie’s early work. Crank the Master and bring the drive up until you reach sonic nirvana'' | ||
* Cabinet: 4x12 20w, 4x12 25w, 4x12 30w, 4x12 Green. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | * Cabinet: 4x12 20w, 4x12 25w, 4x12 30w, 4x12 Green. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | ||
− | * Original controls: Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble. Bright | + | * Original controls: Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble. Bright (Lead channel) |
* Crank the Master Volume, adjust Drive | * Crank the Master Volume, adjust Drive | ||
+ | * The bright cap (Lead channel) is very large. This means that the Bright switch in the sim has a great impact on the amount of gain | ||
* [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Tutorials#.22Plexi_Bright_Setting.22: Tip in the Wiki about the Bright switch] | * [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Tutorials#.22Plexi_Bright_Setting.22: Tip in the Wiki about the Bright switch] | ||
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshall_1959 Wikipedia content] | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshall_1959 Wikipedia content] | ||
* [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Bbrown+%2Bamp&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | * [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Bbrown+%2Bamp&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | ||
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* Manual: ''a medium-gain, thick, yet crisp, sound with a fair amount of power amp breakup. Based on a now-defunct amplifier that was renowned for its liquid tone and endless sustain. This amp had very unique tone controls and as a result a distinctive voice with a bell- like quality. The preamp gain is fairly low so crank the Master to get that gutsy crunch. Good for rhythm work in a sparse situation where fullness of tone is required'' | * Manual: ''a medium-gain, thick, yet crisp, sound with a fair amount of power amp breakup. Based on a now-defunct amplifier that was renowned for its liquid tone and endless sustain. This amp had very unique tone controls and as a result a distinctive voice with a bell- like quality. The preamp gain is fairly low so crank the Master to get that gutsy crunch. Good for rhythm work in a sparse situation where fullness of tone is required'' | ||
* Cabinet: 2x12 Boutique | * Cabinet: 2x12 Boutique | ||
− | * Based upon a Vox | + | * Based upon a Vox circuit |
* Original controls: Volume, Master Volume, Bass, Treble, Brilliance (Presence). No Mids! | * Original controls: Volume, Master Volume, Bass, Treble, Brilliance (Presence). No Mids! | ||
+ | * Turn up the Master Volume | ||
* [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Matchless_Tips Tips in the Wiki] | * [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Matchless_Tips Tips in the Wiki] | ||
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* [http://www.matchlessamplifiers.com/manuals/Clubman-Chieftain-manual.pdf Original manual] | * [http://www.matchlessamplifiers.com/manuals/Clubman-Chieftain-manual.pdf Original manual] | ||
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matchless_Amplifiers Wikipedia content] | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matchless_Amplifiers Wikipedia content] | ||
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* Manual: ''same as Boutique 1 but with more gain and a bit more high-frequency emphasis. The lead version of Boutique 1'' | * Manual: ''same as Boutique 1 but with more gain and a bit more high-frequency emphasis. The lead version of Boutique 1'' | ||
* Cabinet: 2x12 Boutique | * Cabinet: 2x12 Boutique | ||
− | * Based upon a Vox | + | * Based upon a Vox circuit |
* Original controls: Volume, Master Volume, Bass, Treble, Brilliance (Presence). No Mids! | * Original controls: Volume, Master Volume, Bass, Treble, Brilliance (Presence). No Mids! | ||
+ | * Turn up the Master Volume | ||
* [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Matchless_Tips Tips in the Wiki] | * [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Matchless_Tips Tips in the Wiki] | ||
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* [http://www.matchlessamplifiers.com/manuals/Clubman-Chieftain-manual.pdf Original manual] | * [http://www.matchlessamplifiers.com/manuals/Clubman-Chieftain-manual.pdf Original manual] | ||
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matchless_Amplifiers Wikipedia content] | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matchless_Amplifiers Wikipedia content] | ||
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* Manual: ''a medium-gain, full sound based on a famous “High Wattage” amp. These amps had a unique tone-stack and industrial quality output transformers with tremendous frequency response. Chimey with a bit of power amp breakup. Plug in your Tele and crank out some Baba O'Reilly'' | * Manual: ''a medium-gain, full sound based on a famous “High Wattage” amp. These amps had a unique tone-stack and industrial quality output transformers with tremendous frequency response. Chimey with a bit of power amp breakup. Plug in your Tele and crank out some Baba O'Reilly'' | ||
− | * Cabinet: ? | + | * Cabinet: ? Alternative: Red Wirez Fane IR |
− | * Controls: Volume, Master, Bass, Middle, Treble and Presence | + | * Controls: Volume, Master, Bass, Middle, Treble and Presence |
* [http://fractalaudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=14820&start=10 Thread about dialing in the HiWatt] | * [http://fractalaudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=14820&start=10 Thread about dialing in the HiWatt] | ||
* [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Bhiwatt+%2Bamp&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | * [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Bhiwatt+%2Bamp&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | ||
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* Manual: ''like HiPower I but using the “Brilliant” channel'' | * Manual: ''like HiPower I but using the “Brilliant” channel'' | ||
− | * Cabinet: ? | + | * Cabinet: ? Alternative: Red Wirez Fane IR |
− | * Controls: Volume, Master, Bass, Middle, Treble and Presence | + | * Controls: Volume, Master, Bass, Middle, Treble and Presence |
* [http://fractalaudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=14820&start=10 Thread about dialing in the HiWatt] | * [http://fractalaudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=14820&start=10 Thread about dialing in the HiWatt] | ||
* [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Bhiwatt+%2Bamp&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | * [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Bhiwatt+%2Bamp&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search Forum search] | ||
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* Manual: ''a somewhat neutral clean sound that can pushed into gentle clipping. Based on a classic California amp’s clean channel this type has a full tone with a gentle midrange dip. The power amp is punchy and clean but can be driven into light distortion if desired. Sounds best with the drive turned up fairly high'' | * Manual: ''a somewhat neutral clean sound that can pushed into gentle clipping. Based on a classic California amp’s clean channel this type has a full tone with a gentle midrange dip. The power amp is punchy and clean but can be driven into light distortion if desired. Sounds best with the drive turned up fairly high'' | ||
* Cabinet: Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | * Cabinet: Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | ||
+ | * The clean channel is based upon a Fender circuit | ||
+ | * Turn up the Drive | ||
* Controls: Gain, Volume, Treble, Mid, Bass, Presence. Bright switch. Graphic Equalizer not modeled | * Controls: Gain, Volume, Treble, Mid, Bass, Presence. Bright switch. Graphic Equalizer not modeled | ||
* [http://www.mesaboogie.com/manuals/Mark%204.pdf Original manual MKIV] Check it for detailed descriptions of the controls and sample settings | * [http://www.mesaboogie.com/manuals/Mark%204.pdf Original manual MKIV] Check it for detailed descriptions of the controls and sample settings | ||
* [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Tutorials#The_Mesa_Mark_Series Tips in the Wiki] | * [http://axefxwiki.guitarlogic.org/index.php?title=Tutorials#The_Mesa_Mark_Series Tips in the Wiki] | ||
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Revision as of 14:04, 17 May 2010
This is a list of the amps the Axe-Fx simulates, plus the description in the manual, suggestions for cabinets and additional notes.
Download a PDF version with pictures of the amps.
Axe-Fx name | Amp simulated |
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TUBE PRE | = Generic Tube Preamp
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JAZZ | = Roland Jazz Chorus JC-120
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BROWNFACE | = Fender Vibroverb
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59 BASSGUY (formerly: BLUES) | = Fender Bassman
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DELUXE VERB (formerly: TWEED) | = Fender Deluxe Reverb (AB763)
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DOUBLE VERB (formerly: BLACKFACE) | = Fender Twin Reverb
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CLASS A | = Vox AC30
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TOP BOOST | = Vox AC30TB TopBoost
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PLEXI 1 | = Marshall Super Lead (model 1959 a.k.a. Plexi)
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BRIT 800 | = Marshall JCM800 (model 2204)
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BRIT 900 | = Marshall JCM900
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BROWN | = Eddie van Halen's modded Marshall
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BOUTIQUE 1 | = Matchless Chieftain
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BOUTIQUE 2 | = Matchless Chieftain w/ Booster
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HIPOWER 1 | = Hiwatt 'Normal' Channel
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HIPOWER 2 | = Hiwatt 'Brilliant' Channel
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USA CLEAN | = MKIV Clean (Rhythm 1 channel)
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USA RHY 1 | = MKIV Crunch (Rhythm 2 channel, FAT switch not active)
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USA RHY 2 | = MKIV Crunch (Rhythm 2 channel, FAT switch active)
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USA LEAD 1 | = MKIV Lead (Treble Shift not active)
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USA LEAD 2 | = MKIV Lead (Treble Shift active)
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RECTO Orange | = Mesa 2-channel Dual Rectifier, Vintage Orange channel (rhythm)
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RECTO Red | = Mesa 2-channel Dual Rectifier, Modern Red channel (lead)
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SOLO 100 | = Soldano Super Lead Overdrive (SLO-100)
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SPEC. OD 1 | = Dumble Overdrive Special Clean
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SPEC. OD 2 | = Dumble Overdrive Special Lead
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EURO 1 | = 20th Anniversary Bogner Ecstasy (XTC), Blue Channel
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EURO 2 | = 20th Anniversary Bogner Ecstasy (XTC), Red Channel
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UK GC30 | = Laney GC30V
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BUTTERY | = Loosely based on a Budda Twinmaster
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METAL | = FAS Custom Model
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BIG HAIR | = FAS Custom Model
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HELLBEAST | = FAS Custom Model
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SUPERTWEED | = FAS Custom Model
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FUSION | = FAS Custom Model
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FAS CLEAN | = FAS Custom Model
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FAS CRUNCH | = FAS Custom Model
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FAS LEAD 1 | = FAS Custom Model
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FAS LEAD 2 | = FAS Custom Model
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FAS MODERN | = FAS Custom Model
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JR BLUES | = Fender Blues Jr.
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BRIT PRE | = Marshall JMP-1 preamp. The power amp is from the JCM 800
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ENERGYBALL | = ENGL Powerball Lead Channel
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RECTO NEW | = Mesa 3-channel Dual Rectifier, Red channel set to modern
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HAD ODS 1 | = Dumble Overdrive Special
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WRECKER 1 | = Trainwreck
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BRIT JM45 | = Marshall JTM-45
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DAS METALL | = Diezel VH4
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PLEXI 2 | = Similar to Plexi 1 but with a different “bright cap” value and different transformer model. Lower gain and more “vintage” sounding
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SV BASS | = Ampeg SVT
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CA3+ RHY | = Custom Audio Electronics 3+ SE preamp, channel # 2 (crunch)
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CA3+ LD | = Custom Audio Electronics 3+ SE preamp, channel # 3 (lead)
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Eggie R20 | = Egnater Rebel 20
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USA IIC+ 1 | = Mesa Boogie MkII Lead Pull Bright off
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USA IIC+ 2 | = Mesa Boogie MkII Lead Pull Bright on
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Fryer D60L | = VHT Deliverance 60 Less switched
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Fryer D60M | = VHT Deliverance 60 More switched
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Mr. Z 38 SR | = Dr. Z Maz 38 SR
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Euro Uber | = Bogner Ubershall (high-gain channel)
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PVH 5105 | = Peavey 5150
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Solo X99 Clean | = Soldano X99 Clean Channel
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Solo X99 Rhythm | = Soldano X99 Rhythm Channel
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Solo X99 Lead | = Soldano X99 Lead Channel
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Corncob R100 | = Cornford RK100
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CarollAnn OD2 | = Carol-Ann OD-2
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Citrus RV50 | = Orange Rockerverb 50
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