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=What is a crossover=
 
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The Crossover block is a simulation of an electronic crossover. A crossover splits the audio signal into frequency ranges, to be processed or amplified separately.
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The Crossover block models an electronic crossover. A crossover splits the audio signal into frequency ranges, to be processed or amplified separately.
  
 
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Revision as of 14:16, 4 January 2024

Available on which products

  • Axe-Fx III: 2 blocks
  • FM3: no
  • FM9: 1 block
  • Axe-Fx II: 2 blocks
  • FX8: no
  • AX8: no

Channels or X/Y

  • Axe-Fx III and FM9: 2 channels
  • Axe-Fx II: no

What is a crossover

The Crossover block models an electronic crossover. A crossover splits the audio signal into frequency ranges, to be processed or amplified separately.

More explanation:

Crossover block diagram

Crossover block.PNG

Tips, tricks and troubleshooting

No Global blocks

The Crossover block doesn't support Global blocks.

Bi-amping

Some bass/guitar players split their signal in highs and lows, and send them through different amplifiers. This can be accomplished with the Crossover block. The factory preset PLEXI BI-AMP (Axe-Fx series only) demonstrates this. Or check Leon Todd’s video tutorial: 5 Minute Tones - Distorted Bass

Alternative approach for the FM3

There's no Crossover block in the FM3. Filters can be used to achieve something similar. Check this FM3 factory preset: POLYFUZZ CROSSOVER

Recreate the Flint tremolo sound

This forum thread discusses the use of the Crossover block to create a so-called Flint emulation: The Flint Tremolo Done Right