Fractal-Bot

Fractal-Bot: what is it

• Fractal-Bot is a lightweight, free utility that lets you easily transfer data to and from your Axe-Fx II, MFC-101 and FX8.
• You can use Fractal-Bot to:
  • upgrade the firmware of the Axe-Fx II, MFC-101 and FX8
  • send or retrieve single presets and preset banks
  • retrieve user cabs from the Axe-Fx II
  • send or retrieve system data
  • create complete backups
  • fix a "bricked" device.
• Fractal-Bot does not support the first generation Axe-Fx models.

Fractal-Bot: sources

• Download Fractal-Bot (Windows, OS X).
• Download the manual.
• Visit the forum.

Fractal-Bot: connecting

• Axe-Fx II: you need to install Fractal Audio's USB drivers first, see Axe-Fx II and USB. You can use the Axe-Fx II as a MIDI interface. Read the manual or follow the instructions after launching Fractal-Bot.
• FX8: no need to install an USB driver.
• MFC-101: use a MIDI interface or use the Axe-Fx II's USB Adapter Mode (read the manual).

Fractal-Bot: troubleshooting

• If the Browse button doesn't work, exit Fractal-Bot, delete the file "Fractal-Bot.settings" and restart.
• If the factory preset banks on the Axe-Fx II show up empty after updating with Fractal-Bot, install the latest firmware first. Old firmware (even minor versions) may not always be able to read newer preset revisions.
• Communication issues:
  • Try another USB cable.
  • Do not use cable extenders or USB hubs.
  • Try another USB port on the computer.
  • Check for corrupt IRs or presets. Even empty slots may be corrupt (clear them using the software editor).
  • Adjust the MIDI Buffer Delay.