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=Mixer types: preset and block=
 
=Mixer types: preset and block=
The grid output block on the Axe-Fx II, AX8 and FX8 contains a mixer. It has a level control which controls the overall volume of the preset. Its setting can be different for each preset scene. Vol Incr and Vol Decr adjust this level.
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Each preset has an output section which contains a mixer. It has a level control which controls the overall volume of the preset. Its setting can be different for each preset scene. The commands Vol Incr and Vol Decr adjust this level.
  
There's also a dedicated Mixer effect block, which can be bypassed.
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There's also a separate Mixer effect block on the Axe-Fx II.
  
 
=X/Y switching in the Mixer block=
 
=X/Y switching in the Mixer block=
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=Mixer in the first column=
 
=Mixer in the first column=
A Mixer block in the first column on the grid operates differently. Only Gain and Balance for the first row are functional, the others are ignored.
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A Mixer block in the first column on the grid operates differently. Only Gain and Balance for the first row are functional, the other settings are ignored.
  
 
=Use Mixer for routing=
 
=Use Mixer for routing=
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).
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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). [[Pedals_and_switches#Control_multiple_effects_with_a_pedal_or_switch|Examples]]
  
 
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Revision as of 15:58, 3 May 2017

The information on this page supplements the official manuals.

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Mixer block: supported by which products?

  • Axe-Fx II: yes.
  • AX8: no.
  • FX8: no.

Mixer types: preset and block

Each preset has an output section which contains a mixer. It has a level control which controls the overall volume of the preset. Its setting can be different for each preset scene. The commands Vol Incr and Vol Decr adjust this level.

There's also a separate Mixer effect block on the Axe-Fx II.

X/Y switching in the Mixer block

The Mixer block in the Axe-Fx II XL and XL+ supports X/Y switching.

Mixer in the first column

A Mixer block in the first column on the grid operates differently. Only Gain and Balance for the first row are functional, the other settings are ignored.

Use Mixer for routing

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). Examples