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Revision as of 04:01, 24 June 2007
Contents
- 1 Axe-Fx Features
- 2 Axe-Fx Technical Questions
- 2.1 Will the Axe-Fx work in both Europe and the United States?
- 2.2 What is the processing latency of the Axe-Fx?
- 2.3 What is the patch change time for the Axe-Fx?
- 2.4 What is the backup battery for the Axe-Fx?
- 2.5 Do the output knobs on the front have any influence on the level of the digital out?
- 2.6 What is the difference in processor speed and memory between Ultra and Standard?
- 3 Firmware Questions
- 4 Operational Questions
- 5 Fractal Audio Questions
Axe-Fx Features
What amps does the Axe-Fx simulate?
See the List of amp simulations
What drive pedals does the Axe-Fx simulate?
See the Description of drive models
What effects does the Axe-Fx offer?
See the Feature comparison
Axe-Fx Technical Questions
Will the Axe-Fx work in both Europe and the United States?
Yes - the Axe has universal power input, 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz.
What is the processing latency of the Axe-Fx?
The processing latency is constant and very short. That was a design goal. It is around 600 microseconds IIRC. That's equivalent to being only 8 inches further away from the speakers. One thing many manufacturers do is use fairly large block sizes to keep function overhead from wasting clock cycles. The block size in the Axe-Fx is small which wastes some clock cycles but keeps latency down.
The total latency is around 1 ms. There is 600us processing latency plus an additonal 400us of converter latency. If you use the loop you get another 400 us due to another codec in the chain.
What is the patch change time for the Axe-Fx?
Patch change time is approximately 20-30ms.
What is the backup battery for the Axe-Fx?
Standard CR2450 lithium battery.
Do the output knobs on the front have any influence on the level of the digital out?
No
What is the difference in processor speed and memory between Ultra and Standard?
20% faster. 6x the memory.
Firmware Questions
How do you update the firmware?
Where can I get the latest firmware?
"Due to hacking attempts firmware is now available on a request basis only. If you'd like to install the newest firmware please send an email to support@fractalaudio.com with your name and we'll send you the information on how to download."
What are the differences in firmware revisions?
See Firmware history
Operational Questions
How do I upload or download patches to the axe-fx
Use the Axe-Fx editor or
See How to download/upload patches
Is there anyway to fast forward through presets using the dial?
Yes, turning the dial quickly will fast-forward thru the presets. Turning it slowly you will feel the knob click for each preset change. The key is to not spin it too fast. If you spin the knob too quickly the dial switches will bounce and reject the data. Maintain an even rotation rate and the "acceleration" will engage and it will fast-forward.
