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=Multiplexer block (MUX)=
  
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=Available on which Fractal Audio products=
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'''Axe-Fx III''': 2 blocks, 6 channels<BR>
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'''FM9''': 2 blocks, 6 channels<BR>
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'''FM3''': 2 blocks, 4 channels<BR>
  
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* '''Axe-Fx III''': 2 blocks
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'''Axe-Fx II''', '''FX8''', '''AX8''', '''VP4''': no
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* '''Axe-Fx II''': no
 
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* '''FX8''': no
 
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* '''AX8''': no
 
  
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=X/Y and channels=
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[[image:MUX block.png|175px]]
  
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* '''Axe-Fx III''': 4 channels
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=About the Multiplexer block=
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* '''Axe-Fx II''': n/a
 
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* '''FX8''': n/a
 
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* '''AX8''': n/a
 
  
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=What is it=
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The Multiplexer block (aka MUX) is a routing and switching tool. It switches between multiple input sources. The input sources  are rows on the grid (if you have them connected), physical inputs (Input blocks aren't required), or USB. Switching can be on-the-fly, through scenes or through channels.
  
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The Multiplexer block (MUX) in the Axe-Fx III is a routing and switching tool. It allows on-the-fly switching between either rows on the grid (as long as you have them connected), or physical Inputs 1-4 (Input blocks on the grid aren't required) or USB. Or you can use its Bypass to switch between just two things.
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Set each channel to the desired input source. Axe-Fx and FM9: 6 channels, FM3: 4 channels.
  
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Note that only one input can be active at a time. For multiple inputs, use the Mixer block.
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A modifier can be attached to the Input Select switch, which lets you use a switch or pedal to choose the input. Only one input can be active at a time. This way you can have instruments connected to multiple inputs and switch between them. For multiple inputs, use the Mixer block.
  
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No gap is heard when switching sources, because the MUX crossfades between sources quickly.
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No gap is heard when switching sources, because the MUX crossfades very quickly between sources. This provides an excellent way to switch between two Amp blocks.
  
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<blockquote>"If you want cross-fades between amps you would use two amps and the new Multiplexer block which cross-fades between input sources. You can set the input source to be any row or physical input." [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/presenting-the-axe-fx-iii.134717/page-32#post-1594411 source] </blockquote>
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The Multiplexer block can't be bypassed.
  
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multiplexer Multiplexer in Wikipedia]
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'''FRACTAL AUDIO QUOTES'''
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=How to switch between sources=
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<blockquote>
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[http://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/presenting-the-axe-fx-iii.134717/page-32#post-1594411]
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If you want cross-fades between amps you would use two amps and the new Multiplexer block which cross-fades between input sources. You can set the input source to be any row or physical input.
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</blockquote>
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Simply bypassing and engaging the MUX disables and enables its set routing.
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Also see:
  
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More control is possible by making use of its Channels, with or without switching scenes.
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* The forum thread <q>[http://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/multiplexer-tip-single-pedal-for-wah-and-whammy.138199 How to use the MUX to switch a single pedal between Wah and Whammy duties]</q>
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* Wikipedia's <q>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multiplexer Multiplexer]</q> article
  
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Also, a modifier can be attached to the Input Select switch, which lets you use a switch or pedal to select the input source.
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=No Global block=
  
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[http://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/multiplexer-tip-single-pedal-for-wah-and-whammy.138199 Example of using the MUX to switch a pedal between operating as a Wah and as a Whammy.]
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The Multiplexer block doesn't support [[Global blocks]].
  
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=Parameters table=
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=Tips, tricks and troubleshooting=
  
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{| class="wikitable"
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=Videos=
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! '''Parameter'''
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[[video:Leon-Mux]]
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! '''Axe-Fx III'''
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[[video:Chad-Mux]]
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! '''Axe-Fx II'''
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[[video:Rosh-ExpPedal-Multiple]]
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! '''AX8, FX8'''
 
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| Input Select
 
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! yes
 
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! n/a
 
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! n/a
 
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| Input Mode
 
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! yes
 
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! n/a
 
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! n/a
 
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|}
 
  
 
[[category:Axe-Fx3]]
 
[[category:Axe-Fx3]]
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[[category:FM3]]
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[[category:FM9]]
 
[[category:Sounds]]
 
[[category:Sounds]]
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[[category:All]]

Latest revision as of 16:22, 16 June 2025

Multiplexer block (MUX)

Axe-Fx III: 2 blocks, 6 channels
FM9: 2 blocks, 6 channels
FM3: 2 blocks, 4 channels

Axe-Fx II, FX8, AX8, VP4: no

MUX block.png

About the Multiplexer block

The Multiplexer block (aka MUX) is a routing and switching tool. It switches between multiple input sources. The input sources are rows on the grid (if you have them connected), physical inputs (Input blocks aren't required), or USB. Switching can be on-the-fly, through scenes or through channels.

Set each channel to the desired input source. Axe-Fx and FM9: 6 channels, FM3: 4 channels.

A modifier can be attached to the Input Select switch, which lets you use a switch or pedal to choose the input. Only one input can be active at a time. This way you can have instruments connected to multiple inputs and switch between them. For multiple inputs, use the Mixer block.

No gap is heard when switching sources, because the MUX crossfades very quickly between sources. This provides an excellent way to switch between two Amp blocks.

The Multiplexer block can't be bypassed.

FRACTAL AUDIO QUOTES

[1] If you want cross-fades between amps you would use two amps and the new Multiplexer block which cross-fades between input sources. You can set the input source to be any row or physical input.

Also see:

No Global block

The Multiplexer block doesn't support Global blocks.

Tips, tricks and troubleshooting

Videos

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