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* '''AX8''': 1 block
 
* '''AX8''': 1 block
  
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=Channels or X/Y switching=
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=Channels or X/Y=
  
 
* '''Axe-Fx III''' and '''FM9''' and '''FM3''': 4 channels
 
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=What is the Formant block=
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=About the Formant block=
  
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The Formant filter simulates human vowel sounds.
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The Formant filter models human vowel sounds.
  
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[[image:Vowels.png|125px]]
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[[image:Vowels.png|150px]]
  
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There is more information at [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Formant Wikipedia's Formant page] and in the [[Owners_Manuals|Owner's and Blocks Manuals]].
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For more information see:
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* Wikipedia: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Formant Formant]
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* The [[Owners Manuals]]
  
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=Position of the Formant block on the grid=
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=Formant block position on the grid=
  
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For best results, put the block between the Amp and Cab blocks.
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For best results, put the block between the Amp and Cab blocks (after distortion).
  
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=Factory presets=
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=Tips, tricks and troubleshooting=
  
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The Formant block is showcased in a few factory presets. Search the [[Factory presets]] page for "formant".
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==Factory presets==
  
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=Parameters=
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The Formant block is showcased in a few [[Factory presets]], such as MEN IN THE BOX.
  
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{| class="wikitable"
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==Talkbox==
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! '''Parameter'''
 
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! '''Axe-Fx III / FM9 / FM3'''
 
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| Start Vowel
 
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! yes
 
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| Middle Vowel
 
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! yes
 
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| End Vowel
 
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! yes
 
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| Resonance
 
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! yes
 
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| Control
 
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! yes
 
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|}
 
  
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=Tips and tricks=
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The Formant effect lets you create a talkbox effect and, if you really really must, play <q>Livin' on a Prayer</q>.
  
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==Simulate a talkbox==
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Attach a controller to the Control parameter in the Formant block, either an internal controller such as an LFO, or an [[External controller]] like a pedal.
  
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The Formant effect lets you simulate a talkbox and, if you really really must, play Livin' on a Prayer.
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A real talkbox doesn't use a speaker, so experiment with leaving out a Cab block in the preset.
  
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Attach a controller to the Control parameter in the Formant block, either an internal controller such as an LFO, or a pedal.
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For more information see:
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* The forum discussion <q>[http://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/living-on-a-prayer-without-an-expression-pedal.123521 Living on a Prayer Without an Expression Pedal]</q>
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* [https://forum.fractalaudio.com/search/911787/?q=banshee+talkbox&o=date Search the forum] for <q>banshee</q> or <q>talkbox</q>.
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* Wikipedia's <q>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talk_box Talk box]</q> article.
  
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[http://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/living-on-a-prayer-without-an-expression-pedal.123521 Forum discussion]
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==Emphasize frequencies==
  
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A real talkbox doesn't use a speaker, so experiment with leaving out a Cab block in the preset.
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The Formant can be used to emphasize frequencies, for example when creating a [[Wah_block|Seek Wah]] effect. Put the Formant after the Wah block.
  
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Want tips for integrating your real talkbox in your Axe-Fx or AX8 rig? Search the forum for "banshee" or "talkbox".
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==LFO==
  
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talk_box Talk box in Wikipedia]
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Make the Formant do its thing without an expression peak by attaching the LFO controller to the Control parameter.
  
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==Emphasize frequencies==
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==Make other sounds more vocal==
  
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The Formant can be used to emphasize frequencies, for example when creating a [[Wah_block#Seek_Wah|Seek Wah]] effect. Put the Formant after the Wah block.
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Add the Formant to make other sounds more like human vocals. Try it with the vowels <q>A</q> + <q>E</q> + <q>I</q>.
  
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==Make other sounds more vocal==
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==Prevent clipping==
  
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Add the Formant to make other sounds more like human vocals.
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Because of the resonant frequencies of the Formant filter, it's easy to make the digital signal clip. Keep sufficient headroom to avoid clipping.
  
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==Prevent clipping==
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=Videos=
  
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Because of the resonant frequencies of the Formant filter, it's easy to make the digital signal clip. Keep sufficient headroom.
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[[video:MusicMadnessFormant]]
  
 
[[category:Axe-Fx2]]
 
[[category:Axe-Fx2]]

Latest revision as of 23:50, 26 February 2024

Available on which products

  • Axe-Fx III: 2 blocks
  • FM9: 2 blocks
  • FM3: 2 blocks
  • Axe-Fx II: 1 block
  • FX8: 1 block
  • AX8: 1 block

Channels or X/Y

  • Axe-Fx III and FM9 and FM3: 4 channels
  • Axe-Fx II: no
  • FX8: no
  • AX8: no

About the Formant block

The Formant filter models human vowel sounds.

Vowels.png

For more information see:

Formant block position on the grid

For best results, put the block between the Amp and Cab blocks (after distortion).

Tips, tricks and troubleshooting

Factory presets

The Formant block is showcased in a few Factory presets, such as MEN IN THE BOX.

Talkbox

The Formant effect lets you create a talkbox effect and, if you really really must, play Livin' on a Prayer.

Attach a controller to the Control parameter in the Formant block, either an internal controller such as an LFO, or an External controller like a pedal.

A real talkbox doesn't use a speaker, so experiment with leaving out a Cab block in the preset.

For more information see:

Emphasize frequencies

The Formant can be used to emphasize frequencies, for example when creating a Seek Wah effect. Put the Formant after the Wah block.

LFO

Make the Formant do its thing without an expression peak by attaching the LFO controller to the Control parameter.

Make other sounds more vocal

Add the Formant to make other sounds more like human vocals. Try it with the vowels A + E + I.

Prevent clipping

Because of the resonant frequencies of the Formant filter, it's easy to make the digital signal clip. Keep sufficient headroom to avoid clipping.

Videos

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