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==What this list is for==
 
==What this list is for==
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* Here's a starter list of accessories you might want to consider when you purchase an Axe-Fx. These are suggestions only. There are many more options of course.
  
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[http://www.fractalaudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=305&st=0&sk=t&sd=a Original source]
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==Cabling==
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* Best-Tronics at http://best-tronics.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=BMI&Category_Code=Fractal_Audio
  
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Here's a list of suggested accessories you might want to consider when you purchase an Axe-Fx.
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==Expression pedals, external switches, custom switches==
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* Boss/Roland at:
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** http://www.rolandus.com/products/details/850
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** http://www.bossus.com/gear/productlist.php?ParentId=253
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* Bright Onion at http://www.brightonion.co.uk/fractal-audio
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* Mission Engineering at:
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** http://www.mission-engineering.com
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** http://www.g66.eu/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.browse&category_id=17&Itemid=91&vmcchk=1&Itemid=91
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** http://forum.fractalaudio.com/mfc-discussion/60819-first-ever-extension-module-mfc-101-a.html
  
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==Monitors (active, passive, FRFR)==  
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==Guitar speaker cabinets==
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* Atomic CLR Series at www.atomicamps.com
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* Matrix at:
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* Matrix Q12 and CFR series at http://matrixguitaramplification.com  
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** http://matrixguitaramplification.com
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* RCF at http://www.rcf.it/products/pro-speaker-systems/nx-series
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** http://www.g66.eu/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=91&Itemid=321
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* Port City at http://portcityamps.com
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* TT-cabs at http://www.tt-cabs.com/index.html
  
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==Power Amps==
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==Headphones==
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* Atomic Reactor 50/50 at http://www.g66.eu/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=89&Itemid=304
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* Audeze at http://www.audeze.com
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* Carvin at http://www.carvinworld.com/proaudio/
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* Beyerdynamic DT series at http://europe.beyerdynamic.com/shop/hah/headphones-and-headsets/studio-and-stage/studio-headphones.html
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* Fryette at http://www.sfdamp.com/poweramps.html
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* Sennheiser at http://www.sennheiser.com
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* Sony MDR-7506 at http://pro.sony.com/bbsc/ssr/product-MDR7506
  
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===Racks and Rackbags===
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==MIDI controllers==
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* SKB 2U Soft Rack [http://www.skbcases.com/music/products/proddetail.php?f=&id=600&o=&offset=1&c=114&s=80]
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* Fractal Audio MFC-101 at
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* SKB 2U Roto Rack [http://www.skbcases.com/music/products/proddetail.php?id=572&c=115&o=&s=80]
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** http://shop.fractalaudio.com
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* SKB 2U Shallow Rack [http://www.skbcases.com/music/products/proddetail.php?f=&id=122&o=&offset=1&c=114&s=80]
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** http://www.g66.eu/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=72&Itemid=319
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* SKB 2U Standard Rack [http://www.skbcases.com/music/products/proddetail.php?f=&id=111&o=&offset=1&c=113&s=80]
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* Behringer FCB1010 at:
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* SKB 2U Studio Flyer [http://www.skbcases.com/music/products/proddetail.php?id=426&c=117&o=&s=80]
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** http://www.behringer.com/EN/Products/FCB1010.aspx
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* Gator GR-(2/4/6)S (shallow rack)
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** programming help: [http://www.voes.be/fcb1010/index.htm Voes]
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* Road Runner
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* FAMC Liquid-Foot series at http://www.liquid-foot.com
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* [http://www.audiopile.net/products/Cases/Case_products_page.asp Audiopile Pro Audio]  - Nice folks - good deals on rack cases, rack accessories & cables. Road case for pair of QSC HPR122i
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* Gordius Little Giant series at http://www.gordius.be
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* [http://www.carvinguitars.com/products/group.php?cid=59 Carvin] - 4/5/6/8/12/16 shallow 10.5" inner depth
 
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* Warwick Rackbag 24200
 
  
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===Rack Mount===
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==MIDI controller labels==
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* [http://www.onstagestands.com/ On-Stage Stands Adjustable Amp/Mixer Stand]
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* Mission Engineering at http://www.mission-engineering.com
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* Ultimate Support JamStand
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* Pedalboardslabels at http://www.pedalboardlabels.com
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* Stomplabels at http://www.stomplabel.de
  
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===Power Conditioners===
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==Monitors (active, passive, FRFR)==
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If you are planning to use a power conditioner to protect an Axe-Fx and other equipment, generally it will be the other equipment that sets the requirements for the power conditioner.  The Axe-Fx has a universal switching power supply which can accept a wide range of input voltages; for this reason Cliff has stated that a voltage regulator is not needed for the Axe-Fx.  Switching supplies incorporate high frequency filtering on the input, so any TVSS (Transient Voltage Surge Suppression) device should be adequate since noise filtering is also not required. 
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* Atomic CLR series at http://www.atomicamps.com
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* EAW at http://www.jblpro.com/products/portable/index.html
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* JBL at http://www.jblpro.com/products/portable/index.html
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* Matrix Q12 and CFR series at:
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** http://matrixguitaramplification.com
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** http://www.g66.eu
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* QSC K series at http://qsc.com/products/Loudspeakers/K%20Series/
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* RCF NX series at http://www.rcf.it/products/pro-speaker-systems/nx-series
  
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I contacted two leading suppliers, Furman and SurgeX, for recommendations: Frank Frombach at SurgeX recommends the SX1115RL model; Furman did not respond with a recommendation.  
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==Monitor / Cabinet covers==
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* Studio Slips at http://www.studioslips.com
  
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* [http://www.furmansound.com/product.php?div=01&id=PL-8C= Furman models PL-8C, PL-PLUS C are both popular with Axe-Fx users]
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==Power Amps==
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* [http://www.surgex.com/products/sx1115rl.html= SurgeX SX1115RL]
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* Carvin at http://www.carvinworld.com/proaudio/
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* [http://www.apc.com/products/family/index.cfm?id=219= APC SurgeArrest Essential Power Strips]
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* Fryette at http://www.sfdamp.com/poweramps.html
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* Furman PL Series II
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* Matrix power amps at:
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* Carvin AC120S
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** http://matrixguitaramplification.com
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* [http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Monster-Power-MP-PRO-2500-Rack-Power-Center?sku=182650= Monster Power Pro 2500]
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** http://www.g66.eu/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=90&Itemid=308
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* Retro Channel at http://www.retro-channel.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=1819
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===Cabling===
 
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* Rocktron 7 Pin Midi Cable
 
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* Insert Y Cable for Expression Cable - [http://www.lavacable.com/insert.html Lava Cable]
 
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* 6" / 12" IEC Power Cables
 
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* [http://stringdog.net/ String Dog Instrument Cables]
 
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* Upgraded X2 Wireless Cable - [http://www.lavacable.com/wireless.html Lava Cable]
 
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* [http://www.georgelsstore.com/ George L Cables] - Patch Cables
 
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* [http://bluejeanscable.com/store/balancedaudio/index.htm Bluejeans Cable] - XLR Balanced (custom length)
 
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* [http://www.bayoucables.com/index.php Bayou Audio Cables]- Custom cables. Small shop. Nice person.
 
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===Near Field Monitors===
 
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* Adam A7
 
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* Mackie HR824
 
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* KRK V8's
 
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* Event TR 8
 
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* Dynaudio BM5A
 
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===Mixer / Headphone Amp===
 
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* Mackie 402 / 802 VLZ3
 
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* Behringer AMP800 MiniAMP 4-Channel Stereo Headphone Amplifier
 
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===Headphones===
 
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* Sennheiser 600s
 
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* Sennheiser 650s
 
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* Sennheiser HD 25-I II
 
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* AKG K240 MKII
 
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* Sony MDR-7506
 
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* Grado SR225S
 
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* Ultrasone HFI-700
 
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* Custom In Ear Molds - [http://www.futuresonics.com/ Future Sonics], [http://www.sensaphonics.com/ Sensaphonics], [http://www.westone.com/ Westone], [http://www.ultimateears.com/ Ultimate Ears]
 
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* Audio-Technica ATH-M50
 
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===Midi Interfaces===
 
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* [http://www.emu.com/products/product.asp?category=610&subcategory=611&product=19089 E-MU XMIDI 1x1]
 
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* [http://www.emu.com/products/product.asp?category=610&subcategory=611&product=15187 E-MU XMIDI 2x2]
 
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* [http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CEIQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.m-audio.com%2Fproducts%2Fen_us%2FMIDISPORT2x2.html&ei=HKKKTOjeM4SosAPn6qjhBA&usg=AFQjCNFC_sSvjnSoM-h0KkF7Y3Ryz1yzxQ M-Audio MIDISport 2x2]
 
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* [http://www.motu.com/products/midi/fastlane_usb/body.html MOTU Fastlane]
 
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* [http://www.rolandus.com/products/productdetails.php?ProductId=1091 Edirol UMG-1G]
 
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===Controllers===
 
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'''A chart comparing the features of many currently available MIDI floor controllers can be found here [[MIDI Floor Controller Comparison Chart]]'''
 
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* [http://www.fractalaudio.com/products-mfc-101-midi-foot-controller.html Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101] & [http://fractalaudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=12 Forum thread]
 
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* Rocktron Midimate
 
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* Roland FC-300
 
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* Behringer FCB1010 - programming help here: [http://www.voes.be/fcb1010/index.htm Voes]
 
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* [http://www.rocktron.com/ Rocktron All Access] 
 
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[[Image:Rocktron_All_Access.jpg]]
 
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* [http://www.liquid-foot.com/ Liquid-Foot Midi Controller]
 
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* [http://www.axess-electronics.com/sc/FX1-MIDI-Footcontroller-p-16138.html Axess Electronics FX1]
 
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[[Image:Axess_Electronics_FX1.jpg]]
 
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* [http://www.gordius.be/ Gordius (Big) Little Giant ]
 
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[[Image:Littlegiant.jpg]]
 
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* [http://www.voodoolab.com/gcontrolpro.htm Ground Control Pro]
 
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[[Image:Groundcontrolpro.jpg]]
 
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===Expression Pedals===
 
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* Ernie Ball Jr
 
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* Boss FV-500L Volume / Expression pedal
 
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* Rocktron Hex Pedal (Will work but some users have not had satisfactory results)
 
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* Moog EP-2 Expression Pedal
 
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* Yamaha FC7 Volume Pedal
 
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* M-Audio EX-P Expression Pedal
 
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* Kurzweil CC-1 Continuous Control Pedal
 
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* [http://www.mission-engineering.com Mission Engineering]
 
  
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* Please note that the Behringer FCV100 Dual Mode Footcontroller is not an expression pedal and is not suitable for connecting to the pedal inputs of the Axe-Fx.
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==Racks==
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* Stage Craft rack cases at http://www.stagecraftgear.com. Also see [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/sale/73985-fs-cool-amp-style-rack-cases-stage-craft.html this thread].
  
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===Wireless ===
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==Rack panels==
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* X2 XDR95 or X2 XDS-Plus
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* Vafam Sound at http://www.vafamsound.com
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* Line 6 Relay
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* Best-Tronics at http://www.best-tronics.com/patchpanel.htm
  
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===Fan Upgrades===
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==Stands==
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* [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii-discussion/71486-stands-axe-fx-stage.html Suggestions for stands]
  
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* The ultimate in airflow to noise ratio, iXtrema Pro Quiet Fans are the only fans in the industry to be designed with silence and optimal airflow in mind: [http://www.silenx.com/ixtremaprofans.asp?sku=ixp-34-16 SilenX IXP-34-16 60mm Case Fan]
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==Studio Monitors==
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* The IXP-34-16 is rated at 16dB with 18CFM airflow while the stock fan is rated at 15.54 CFM
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* Adam AX series at http://www.adam-audio.com/en/pro-audio/products
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* There are 12 and 8 dB models available, but they have lower airflow ratings.
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* Genelec at http://www.genelec.com
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* [http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835191005 SilenX IXP-34-16 60mm Case Fan at newegg.com]
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* Focal at http://www.focalprofessional.com
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* KRK at http://www.krksys.com

Latest revision as of 11:11, 2 September 2013

What this list is for

  • Here's a starter list of accessories you might want to consider when you purchase an Axe-Fx. These are suggestions only. There are many more options of course.

Cabling

Expression pedals, external switches, custom switches

Guitar speaker cabinets

Headphones

MIDI controllers

MIDI controller labels

Monitors (active, passive, FRFR)

Monitor / Cabinet covers

Power Amps

Racks

Rack panels

Stands

Studio Monitors

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