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|= Generic Tube Preamp | |= Generic Tube Preamp | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''a completely neutral, low-gain tube pre-amp simulation. Useful for warming up vocals and other instruments'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: n/a | * Stock cabinet suggestion: n/a | ||
* [http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/search.php?keywords=%2Btube+%2Bpre+%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=%2Btube+%2Bpre+%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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|= Roland Jazz Chorus JC-120 | |= Roland Jazz Chorus JC-120 | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: ? Alternative: Red Wirez JC-120 IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: ? Alternative: Red Wirez JC-120 IR | ||
* Original controls: Volume, Treble, Middle, Bass | * Original controls: Volume, Treble, Middle, Bass | ||
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|= Fender Vibroverb | |= Fender Vibroverb | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 1x12 Black, 2x12 Black, 1x15 Blues, 4x10 Bass, 1x12 Tweed, 2x12 Tweed. Alternative: Red Wirez Fender Tweed IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 1x12 Black, 2x12 Black, 1x15 Blues, 4x10 Bass, 1x12 Tweed, 2x12 Tweed. 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 | ||
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|= Fender Bassman | |= Fender Bassman | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x10 Bass. Alternative: Red Wirez Bassman IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 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 | ||
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* 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 | * 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 | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 1x12 Black, 2x12 Black, 4x10 Bass, 1x2 Tweed, 2x12 Tweed. Alternative: Red Wirez Fender Twin IRs (C12N) | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 1x12 Black, 2x12 Black, 4x10 Bass, 1x2 Tweed, 2x12 Tweed. 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 | ||
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|= Fender Twin Reverb | |= Fender Twin Reverb | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 1x12 Black, 2x12 Black. Alternative: Red Wirez Fender Twin IRs (default C12N, factory upgrade JBL D120) | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 1x12 Black, 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) | ||
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|= Vox AC30 | |= Vox AC30 | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 1x12 Brit, 2x12 Brit. Alternative: Red Wirez Vox IRs | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 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 | ||
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|= Vox AC30TB TopBoost | |= Vox AC30TB TopBoost | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 1x12 Brit, 2x12 Brit. Alternative: Red Wirez Vox IR (Celestion Blue) | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 1x12 Brit, 2x12 Brit. Alternative: Red Wirez Vox IR (Celestion Blue) | ||
* Original controls: Volume, Presence (= Cut), Bass, Treble. The original amp didn't have a Middle control, so leave it at noon. | * Original controls: Volume, Presence (= Cut), Bass, Treble. The original amp didn't have a Middle control, so leave it at noon. | ||
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|= Marshall Super Lead (model 1959 a.k.a. Plexi) | |= Marshall Super Lead (model 1959 a.k.a. Plexi) | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 20w, 4x12 25w, 4x12 Green. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 20w, 4x12 25w, 4x12 Green. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | ||
* Original controls: Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble (''Presence on later models?''). Bright (Lead channel) | * Original controls: Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble (''Presence on later models?''). Bright (Lead channel) | ||
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|= Marshall JCM800 (model 2204) | |= Marshall JCM800 (model 2204) | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 V30, 4x12 30w, 4x12 Green, 4x12 75w, 4x12 T75. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 V30, 4x12 30w, 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 | ||
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|= Marshall JCM900 | |= Marshall JCM900 | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 30w, 4x12 V30, 4x12 75w, 4x12 T75. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 30w, 4x12 V30, 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 | ||
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|= Eddie van Halen's modded Marshall | |= Eddie van Halen's modded Marshall | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 20w, 4x12 25w, 4x12 30w, 4x12 Green. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 20w, 4x12 25w, 4x12 30w, 4x12 Green. Alternative: Red Wirez Marshall IRs | ||
* Original controls: Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble. Bright (Lead channel) | * Original controls: Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble. Bright (Lead channel) | ||
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|= Matchless Chieftain | |= Matchless Chieftain | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 2x12 Boutique | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 2x12 Boutique | ||
* Based upon a Vox circuit | * Based upon a Vox circuit | ||
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|= Matchless Chieftain w/ Booster | |= Matchless Chieftain w/ Booster | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''same as Boutique 1 but with more gain and a bit more high-frequency emphasis. The lead version of Boutique 1'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 2x12 Boutique | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 2x12 Boutique | ||
* Based upon a Vox circuit | * Based upon a Vox circuit | ||
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|= Hiwatt 'Normal' Channel | |= Hiwatt 'Normal' Channel | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: ? Alternative: Red Wirez Fane IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: ? Alternative: Red Wirez Fane IR | ||
* Controls: Volume, Master, Bass, Middle, Treble and Presence | * Controls: Volume, Master, Bass, Middle, Treble and Presence | ||
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|= Hiwatt 'Brilliant' Channel | |= Hiwatt 'Brilliant' Channel | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''like HiPower I but using the “Brilliant” channel'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: ? Alternative: Red Wirez Fane IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: ? Alternative: Red Wirez Fane IR | ||
* Original controls: Volume, Master, Bass, Middle, Treble and Presence | * Original controls: Volume, Master, Bass, Middle, Treble and Presence | ||
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|= MKIV Clean (Rhythm 1 channel) | |= MKIV Clean (Rhythm 1 channel) | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx 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'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | ||
* The clean channel is based upon a Fender circuit | * The clean channel is based upon a Fender circuit | ||
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|= MKIV Crunch (Rhythm 2 channel, FAT switch not active) | |= MKIV Crunch (Rhythm 2 channel, FAT switch not active) | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''crunchy California rhythm sound. Effective for solo use too with the gain turned up'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | ||
* Original controls: Gain, Volume, Treble, Mid (without boost), Bass, Presence. No Bright switch. Graphic Equalizer not modeled | * Original controls: Gain, Volume, Treble, Mid (without boost), Bass, Presence. No Bright switch. Graphic Equalizer not modeled | ||
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|= MKIV Crunch (Rhythm 2 channel, FAT switch active) | |= MKIV Crunch (Rhythm 2 channel, FAT switch active) | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''similar to USA Rhy 1 but with the “mid-boost” engaged. This effectively removes the midrange dip from the tone stack and gives a more focused sound and a bit more gain'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | ||
* Original controls: Gain, Volume, Treble, Mid (with boost), Bass, Presence. No Bright switch. Graphic Equalizer not modeled | * Original controls: Gain, Volume, Treble, Mid (with boost), Bass, Presence. No Bright switch. Graphic Equalizer not modeled | ||
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|= MKIV Lead (Treble Shift not active) | |= MKIV Lead (Treble Shift not active) | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''a tight, focused, hi-gain sound great for fusion and rock leads. Based on a modern Californian lead amp that set the standard for hi-gain lead tones. With the tone-stack before the preamp tubes this type has a more liquid response than the British types where the tone-stack is after the preamp. For the classic California lead sound turn the drive up and back of the Master a bit so that most of the distortion is coming from the preamp'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | ||
* Original controls: Gain/Drive, Treble, Mid, Bass, Presence (without treble shift). Bright switch (use for lower volume levels). Graphic Equalizer not modeled | * Original controls: Gain/Drive, Treble, Mid, Bass, Presence (without treble shift). Bright switch (use for lower volume levels). Graphic Equalizer not modeled | ||
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|= MKIV Lead (Treble Shift active) | |= MKIV Lead (Treble Shift active) | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''similar to USA Lead I but with the “treble shift” engaged. This shifts the response of the treble control lower and gives a slightly different character to the tone. There is also a “treble peaker” on the input stage which slightly boosts the high frequencies giving this type a little more cut'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | ||
* Original controls: Gain/Drive, Treble, Mid, Bass, Presence (with treble shift). Bright switch (use for lower volume levels). Graphic Equalizer not modeled | * Original controls: Gain/Drive, Treble, Mid, Bass, Presence (with treble shift). Bright switch (use for lower volume levels). Graphic Equalizer not modeled | ||
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* The name and model changed from Recto 1 into Recto Orange in 7.03. The manual still lists Recto 1 | * The name and model changed from Recto 1 into Recto Orange in 7.03. The manual still lists Recto 1 | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: Recto Orange not described |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: Recto1, Recto2, 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: Recto1, Recto2, 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | ||
* Original controls: Master, Presence, Bass, Mid, Treble, Gain. No Bright switch | * Original controls: Master, Presence, Bass, Mid, Treble, Gain. No Bright switch | ||
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* The name and model changed from Recto 2 into Recto Red in 7.03. The manual still lists Recto 1 | * The name and model changed from Recto 2 into Recto Red in 7.03. The manual still lists Recto 1 | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: Recto Red not described |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: Recto1, Recto2, 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: Recto1, Recto2, 4x12 Cali. Alternative: Red Wirez Mesa IR | ||
* Original controls: Master, Presence, Bass, Mid, Treble, Gain. No Bright switch | * Original controls: Master, Presence, Bass, Mid, Treble, Gain. No Bright switch | ||
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|= Soldano Super Lead Overdrive (SLO-100) | |= Soldano Super Lead Overdrive (SLO-100) | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''based on a high-gain hot-rod with a chrome chassis, this amp is noted for its snarling lead sound. Also great for aggressive rhythm work, this type “chugs” nicely without getting muddy. Pair it with one of the 4x12 cabinet simulations for modern rock tones'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 V30, 4x12 German, 4x12 Cali | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 V30, 4x12 German, 4x12 Cali | ||
* The Axe-Fx probably models the Overdrive channel, not the Normal channel | * The Axe-Fx probably models the Overdrive channel, not the Normal channel | ||
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|= Dumble Overdrive Special Clean | |= Dumble Overdrive Special Clean | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''based on a coveted but rare lead head that was made famous by Larry Carlton and others. Another amp with a very strange tone-stack, this amp has a singing voice and is great for modern blues/fusion work. This is the clean channel'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 2x12 Custom, 2x12 Boutique | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 2x12 Custom, 2x12 Boutique | ||
* Original controls: Master, Bass, Middle, Treble. Bright switch | * Original controls: Master, Bass, Middle, Treble. Bright switch | ||
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|= Dumble Overdrive Special Lead | |= Dumble Overdrive Special Lead | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''the overdrive channel of the above'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 2x12 Custom, 2x12 Boutique | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 2x12 Custom, 2x12 Boutique | ||
* Original controls: Master, Bass, Middle, Treble, Level. Bright switch | * Original controls: Master, Bass, Middle, Treble, Level. Bright switch | ||
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|= 20th Anniversary Bogner Ecstasy (XTC), Blue Channel | |= 20th Anniversary Bogner Ecstasy (XTC), Blue Channel | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''based on a German high-gain amp, these amps pay homage to the British amps but with lots more gain and more high-frequency emphasis. This type simulates the overdrive channel with the boost and “structure” switches off''. But: the description in the manual refers to the amp sim before firmware 9.0. In firmware 9.0 this amp sim was modeled after the Bogner XTC 20th Anniversay Blue channel |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 German, 4x12 V30. Alternative: Red Wirez Bogner V30 IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 German, 4x12 V30. Alternative: Red Wirez Bogner V30 IR | ||
* Original controls: Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, Volume, Presence. Bright switch | * Original controls: Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, Volume, Presence. Bright switch | ||
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|= 20th Anniversary Bogner Ecstasy (XTC), Red Channel | |= 20th Anniversary Bogner Ecstasy (XTC), Red Channel | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''as above but with the boost and structure switches on. This one has lots of gain and plenty of low-end chunk along with a crispy top-end. Great for modern metal''. But: the description in the manual refers to the amp sim before firmware 9.0. In firmware 9.0 this amp sim was modeled after the Bogner XTC 20th Anniversary Red Channel |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 German, 4x12 V30. Alternative: Red Wirez Bogner V30 IR | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 4x12 German, 4x12 V30. Alternative: Red Wirez Bogner V30 IR | ||
* Original controls: Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, Volume, Presence. Bright switch | * Original controls: Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, Volume, Presence. Bright switch | ||
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|= Laney GC30V | |= Laney GC30V | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''based on a great British amp introduced in the 90’s this amp is a strange marriage of a USA style pre-distortion tone-stack, British voicing and a Class A power amp. Best for blues and lower-gain rock leads, has nice sustain qualities. Can get muddy at high drive levels, decrease the bass to compensate'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: ? | * Stock cabinet suggestion: ? | ||
* Based upon the Vox AC30 | * Based upon the Vox AC30 | ||
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|= Loosely based on a Budda Twinmaster | |= Loosely based on a Budda Twinmaster | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''based on an 18-watt amp that gained notoriety during the late 90’s. This type is a low-gain amp that relies mostly on power amplifier distortion. Try a drive in front for smooth lead sounds'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: ? | * Stock cabinet suggestion: ? | ||
* Original controls: Bass, Treble, Volume. There's a bright cap on the Volume control. | * Original controls: Bass, Treble, Volume. There's a bright cap on the Volume control. | ||
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|= FAS Custom Model | |= FAS Custom Model | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''a custom type similar to a British type but with more gain for more grind. This simulation features quite a bit of high-frequency emphasis along with a modified British tone-stack. Capable of searing rhythm and lead tones'' |
* No equivalent original amplifier | * No equivalent original amplifier | ||
* Stock cabinet suggestion: ? | * Stock cabinet suggestion: ? | ||
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|= FAS Custom Model | |= FAS Custom Model | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''spandex, studded wrist bands, pyrotechnics and your Axe-Fx are all you'll need to relive the 80's metal scene. This custom type has a unique voicing and tone-stack that emphasizes mid frequencies without getting muddy. Now plug in and shred!'' |
* No equivalent original amplifier | * No equivalent original amplifier | ||
* Cabinet: ? | * Cabinet: ? | ||
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|= FAS Custom Model | |= FAS Custom Model | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''a radical custom type with an unconventional tone-stack'' |
* No equivalent original amplifier | * No equivalent original amplifier | ||
* Cabinet: ? | * Cabinet: ? | ||
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|= FAS Custom Model | |= FAS Custom Model | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''like a vintage Tweed amplifier on steroids'' |
* No equivalent original amplifier | * No equivalent original amplifier | ||
* Cabinet: 1x12 Tweed, 2x12 Tweed | * Cabinet: 1x12 Tweed, 2x12 Tweed | ||
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|= FAS Custom Model | |= FAS Custom Model | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''a smooth, thick tone good for fusion/blues solo work'' |
* No equivalent original amplifier | * No equivalent original amplifier | ||
* Cabinet: 2x12 Custom | * Cabinet: 2x12 Custom | ||
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|= FAS Custom Model | |= FAS Custom Model | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''combines the best features of the Blackface and the USA Clean into a hybrid clean tone that’s great for a variety of uses'' |
* No equivalent original amplifier | * No equivalent original amplifier | ||
* Cabinet: 1x12 Black, 2x12 Black | * Cabinet: 1x12 Black, 2x12 Black | ||
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|= FAS Custom Model | |= FAS Custom Model | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''a hybrid British/USA crunch sound'' |
* No equivalent original amplifier | * No equivalent original amplifier | ||
* Cabinet: ? | * Cabinet: ? | ||
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|= FAS Custom Model | |= FAS Custom Model | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''a neutral high gain lead with a tight midrange'' |
* No equivalent original amplifier | * No equivalent original amplifier | ||
* Cabinet: ? | * Cabinet: ? | ||
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|= FAS Custom Model | |= FAS Custom Model | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''more gain and more sizzle'' |
* No equivalent original amplifier | * No equivalent original amplifier | ||
* Cabinet: ? | * Cabinet: ? | ||
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|= FAS Custom Model | |= FAS Custom Model | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''a high gain hybrid tone that’s equally suited to modern rhythm and lead work'' |
* No equivalent original amplifier | * No equivalent original amplifier | ||
* Cabinet: ? | * Cabinet: ? | ||
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|= Fender Blues Jr. | |= Fender Blues Jr. | ||
− | * | + | * Axe-Fx manual: ''based on a modern all-tube combo amp with two EL84 output tubes and a single 12” speaker. This amplifier has become an instant classic because of its gutsy tone at manageable volumes'' |
* Stock cabinet suggestion: 1x12 Blues. Alternative: Red Wirez Fender IRs | * Stock cabinet suggestion: 1x12 Blues. Alternative: Red Wirez Fender IRs | ||
* Original controls: ... | * Original controls: ... |
Revision as of 06:16, 18 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 | Details of emulated amp |
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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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