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* '''Axe-Fx III''': 4 blocks
 
* '''Axe-Fx III''': 4 blocks
* '''FM3''': not yet known...
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* '''FM3''': 4 blocks
 
* '''Axe-Fx II''': 2 blocks
 
* '''Axe-Fx II''': 2 blocks
 
* '''AX8''': no
 
* '''AX8''': no
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=Channels or X/Y switching=
 
=Channels or X/Y switching=
  
* '''Axe-Fx III''': 4 channels
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* '''Axe-Fx III''' and '''FM3''': 4 channels
* '''FM3''': ?
 
 
* '''Axe-Fx II XL''' and '''XL+''': X/Y
 
* '''Axe-Fx II XL''' and '''XL+''': X/Y
* '''Axe-Fx II Mk I and II''': no
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* '''Axe-Fx II Mk I''' and '''II''': no
* '''AX8''': n/a
 
* '''FX8''': n/a
 
  
 
=Mixer instances=
 
=Mixer instances=
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==Output block==
 
==Output block==
  
Each preset has an Output block containing a mixer. The Axe-Fx III and FM3 have an output mixer in every Output block.
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Each preset has one or more Output blocks containing a mixer.
  
 
The mixer controls the overall output level of the preset and the relative levels of the grid rows. The output level can be different for each preset scene. The MIDI-controlled commands VOL INCR and VOL DECR adjust this level.
 
The mixer controls the overall output level of the preset and the relative levels of the grid rows. The output level can be different for each preset scene. The MIDI-controlled commands VOL INCR and VOL DECR adjust this level.
  
More information in the [[Owners_Manuals|Owner's Manual]].
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More information in the [[Owners_Manuals|Owner's Manual]]
  
==As a separate block==
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==Standalone block==
  
The standalone Mixer block(s) can be used to route and adjust the signal on the grid.
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The standalone Mixer block(s) can be used to mix and route the signal on the grid.
  
More information in the [[Owners_Manuals|Owner's Manual]].
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More information in the [[Owners_Manuals|Owner's Manual]]
  
=Limited functionality when placed in the first column=
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=Mixer as a routing tool=
 
 
A Mixer block in the first column on the grid of an Axe-Fx II operates differently than in other positions. Only Gain and Balance for the first row are functional, the other settings are ignored.
 
 
 
=Using the Mixer block for routing=
 
  
 
Attach an external controller (switch) to the Mixer for routing purposes.
 
Attach an external controller (switch) to the Mixer for routing purposes.
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The Mixer block can't be bypassed.
 
The Mixer block can't be bypassed.
  
=Parameters table=
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=Parameters=
  
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
{| class="wikitable"
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! '''Axe-Fx III / FM3'''
 
! '''Axe-Fx III / FM3'''
 
! '''Axe-Fx II'''
 
! '''Axe-Fx II'''
! '''AX8, FX8'''
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
| Gain Rows 1-6
 
| Gain Rows 1-6
 
! yes
 
! yes
 
!  
 
!  
! n/a
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
| Balance Rows 1-6
 
| Balance Rows 1-6
 
! yes
 
! yes
 
!  
 
!  
! n/a
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
| Mono/Stereo
 
| Mono/Stereo
 
! yes
 
! yes
 
!  
 
!  
! n/a
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
| Output Level
 
| Output Level
 
! yes
 
! yes
 
!  
 
!  
! n/a
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
| Output Balance
 
| Output Balance
 
! yes
 
! yes
 
!  
 
!  
! n/a
 
 
|}
 
|}
  
 
[[category:Axe-Fx2]]
 
[[category:Axe-Fx2]]
 
[[category:Axe-Fx3]]
 
[[category:Axe-Fx3]]
[[category:FM3?]]
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[[category:FM3]]
 
[[category:Sounds]]
 
[[category:Sounds]]

Revision as of 07:38, 12 February 2020

Available on which products

  • Axe-Fx III: 4 blocks
  • FM3: 4 blocks
  • Axe-Fx II: 2 blocks
  • AX8: no
  • FX8: no

Channels or X/Y switching

  • Axe-Fx III and FM3: 4 channels
  • Axe-Fx II XL and XL+: X/Y
  • Axe-Fx II Mk I and II: no

Mixer instances

Output block

Each preset has one or more Output blocks containing a mixer.

The mixer controls the overall output level of the preset and the relative levels of the grid rows. The output level can be different for each preset scene. The MIDI-controlled commands VOL INCR and VOL DECR adjust this level.

More information in the Owner's Manual

Standalone block

The standalone Mixer block(s) can be used to mix and route the signal on the grid.

More information in the Owner's Manual

Mixer as a routing tool

Attach an external controller (switch) to the Mixer for routing purposes.

Example: operating the pedal or switch can enable one row (effect) and bypass another. This lets you use a single pedal to operate as a Wah (Wah block) or a Whammy (Pitch block). More examples ...

The Mixer block can't be bypassed.

Parameters

Parameter Axe-Fx III / FM3 Axe-Fx II
Gain Rows 1-6 yes
Balance Rows 1-6 yes
Mono/Stereo yes
Output Level yes
Output Balance yes