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* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0w0ouPZsUI Bank C part 3] | * [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0w0ouPZsUI Bank C part 3] | ||
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDNINmSqfxQ Bank C part 4] | * [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDNINmSqfxQ Bank C part 4] | ||
| − | ==How to audition the factory presets | + | ==How to audition the factory presets== |
| − | * If possible, | + | * If possible, play the factory presets in stereo. It makes a lot of difference and you'll hear the presets the right way. |
| − | * Use a guitar with single coil pickups. The Axe-Fx is very sensitive to the type of guitar you're using | + | * Use a guitar with single coil pickups. The Axe-Fx is very sensitive to the type of guitar you're using. |
* Preset output levels can vary from preset to preset. | * Preset output levels can vary from preset to preset. | ||
| − | + | * Some presets contain an ENH block (Enhancer) which is for stereo use only. If you're running mono and audio output is set to “Sum L+R”, [[Phase cancellation]] may occur. | |
| − | * Some presets contain an ENH block (Enhancer) which is for stereo use only. If you're running | + | * Some presets include a Delay block with the Phase Rev parameter engaged. This is a stereo-only feature. If you're running in mono and audio output mode is set to “Sum L+R”, you may not hear any delay because of [[Phase cancellation]]. Switch off Phase Rev or select output mode “Copy L>R” instead. |
| − | * Some presets include a Delay block with the Phase Rev parameter engaged. This is a stereo-only feature. If you're running in mono and audio output mode is set to “Sum L+R”, you may not hear any delay | + | * When using stereo output mode "Copy L>R" you'll lose the part of the signal that's hardwired to the right channel. |
| − | * When using stereo output mode "Copy L > R" you'll lose the part of the signal that's hardwired to the right channel. | ||
==Restoring factory presets== | ==Restoring factory presets== | ||
When saving your own presets you have to overwrite factory presets. You can restore the factory presets at any moment: | When saving your own presets you have to overwrite factory presets. You can restore the factory presets at any moment: | ||
| − | * from onboard ROM ( | + | * from onboard ROM (original three banks), or |
* from disk after downloading them from [http://www.fractalaudio.com/support.php Support]. They are also included with Axe-Edit. Go here for update instructions: [[Factory presets, updating]]. | * from disk after downloading them from [http://www.fractalaudio.com/support.php Support]. They are also included with Axe-Edit. Go here for update instructions: [[Factory presets, updating]]. | ||
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==Factory presets updates== | ==Factory presets updates== | ||
| − | Fractal Audio | + | Fractal Audio posts new versions of the factory presets on the Support page from time to time. Go here for update instructions: [[Factory presets, updating]]. |
| − | Go here for update instructions: [[Factory presets, updating]]. | ||
==More information about the factory presets== | ==More information about the factory presets== | ||
* When hitting the strings in a normal manner on a guitar equipped with single coils, clean factory presets such as Bassman, Doubleverb, Shiva Clean should not distort. | * When hitting the strings in a normal manner on a guitar equipped with single coils, clean factory presets such as Bassman, Doubleverb, Shiva Clean should not distort. | ||
| − | * When really digging in the strings, using a high-output humbucker, some clean presets | + | * When really digging in the strings, especially using a high-output humbucker, some clean presets may distort. Don't worry, they should probably be getting into distortion, based on their settings. If you don't like that, just turn down Drive or Master Volume in the Amp block. |
| − | * If | + | * If a factory presets makes the Out 1 Clip LED blink, its signal level is too hot. Turn down Level in the Amp block. |
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* Cliff: "Adam and I created the first 50 presets with the mantra "Quality above quantity". Rather than sifting through hundreds of mediocre presets, we just wanted to give 50 of the best amp sounds we could come up with. They should be usable "out of the box" and as a starting point for your own tone creations. We used a PRS and a Strat to make the presets. The Fenders were made with the Strat, the heavier stuff with the PRS. As with real amps, certain guitars work better with certain amps." [http://www.thegearpage.net/board/showpost.php?p=13002309&postcount=8 Source] | * Cliff: "Adam and I created the first 50 presets with the mantra "Quality above quantity". Rather than sifting through hundreds of mediocre presets, we just wanted to give 50 of the best amp sounds we could come up with. They should be usable "out of the box" and as a starting point for your own tone creations. We used a PRS and a Strat to make the presets. The Fenders were made with the Strat, the heavier stuff with the PRS. As with real amps, certain guitars work better with certain amps." [http://www.thegearpage.net/board/showpost.php?p=13002309&postcount=8 Source] | ||
* Adam Cook (firmware 7): "We did try to dial in a bit more bite this time around as some folks complained the 6.0 presets had a bit of a "blanket on the speaker" quality at times and we did notice that occasionally when revisiting them. These adjustments were generally done just by tweaking the cab IR or mic choice on the cab IR. Most of the amp settings are very close to defaults. If you have a monitor setup that accentuates the highs they might seem a bit too bright. As always, please use your ears and adjust to taste." [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii-discussion/56135-fw-7-presets-hi-end-issue-solved.html#post707135 Source] | * Adam Cook (firmware 7): "We did try to dial in a bit more bite this time around as some folks complained the 6.0 presets had a bit of a "blanket on the speaker" quality at times and we did notice that occasionally when revisiting them. These adjustments were generally done just by tweaking the cab IR or mic choice on the cab IR. Most of the amp settings are very close to defaults. If you have a monitor setup that accentuates the highs they might seem a bit too bright. As always, please use your ears and adjust to taste." [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii-discussion/56135-fw-7-presets-hi-end-issue-solved.html#post707135 Source] | ||
Revision as of 10:13, 16 September 2012
Contents
Listening to recordings of factory presets
Forum member Ccroyalsenders (SoloAWeek on YouTube) demonstrates all factory presets:
- Bank A part 1
- Bank A part 2
- Bank B part 1
- Bank B part 2
- Bank C part 1
- Bank C part 2
- Bank C part 3
- Bank C part 4
How to audition the factory presets
- If possible, play the factory presets in stereo. It makes a lot of difference and you'll hear the presets the right way.
- Use a guitar with single coil pickups. The Axe-Fx is very sensitive to the type of guitar you're using.
- Preset output levels can vary from preset to preset.
- Some presets contain an ENH block (Enhancer) which is for stereo use only. If you're running mono and audio output is set to “Sum L+R”, Phase cancellation may occur.
- Some presets include a Delay block with the Phase Rev parameter engaged. This is a stereo-only feature. If you're running in mono and audio output mode is set to “Sum L+R”, you may not hear any delay because of Phase cancellation. Switch off Phase Rev or select output mode “Copy L>R” instead.
- When using stereo output mode "Copy L>R" you'll lose the part of the signal that's hardwired to the right channel.
Restoring factory presets
When saving your own presets you have to overwrite factory presets. You can restore the factory presets at any moment:
- from onboard ROM (original three banks), or
- from disk after downloading them from Support. They are also included with Axe-Edit. Go here for update instructions: Factory presets, updating.
Factory presets updates
Fractal Audio posts new versions of the factory presets on the Support page from time to time. Go here for update instructions: Factory presets, updating.
More information about the factory presets
- When hitting the strings in a normal manner on a guitar equipped with single coils, clean factory presets such as Bassman, Doubleverb, Shiva Clean should not distort.
- When really digging in the strings, especially using a high-output humbucker, some clean presets may distort. Don't worry, they should probably be getting into distortion, based on their settings. If you don't like that, just turn down Drive or Master Volume in the Amp block.
- If a factory presets makes the Out 1 Clip LED blink, its signal level is too hot. Turn down Level in the Amp block.
- Cliff: "Adam and I created the first 50 presets with the mantra "Quality above quantity". Rather than sifting through hundreds of mediocre presets, we just wanted to give 50 of the best amp sounds we could come up with. They should be usable "out of the box" and as a starting point for your own tone creations. We used a PRS and a Strat to make the presets. The Fenders were made with the Strat, the heavier stuff with the PRS. As with real amps, certain guitars work better with certain amps." Source
- Adam Cook (firmware 7): "We did try to dial in a bit more bite this time around as some folks complained the 6.0 presets had a bit of a "blanket on the speaker" quality at times and we did notice that occasionally when revisiting them. These adjustments were generally done just by tweaking the cab IR or mic choice on the cab IR. Most of the amp settings are very close to defaults. If you have a monitor setup that accentuates the highs they might seem a bit too bright. As always, please use your ears and adjust to taste." Source
