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=Manual=
  
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{{0 Disclaimer}}
  
The Axe-Fx II connects to a computer via USB. [[media:22-24ComputerIntegration.pdf | Pages 22-24 of the manual]] describe requirements, installation and capabilities.
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{{2.3 Computer Integration}}
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{{2.3.1 Minimum requirements}}
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{{2.3.2 Software Installation}}
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{{2.3.3 Capabilities}}
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=User comments=
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==USB==
  
 
USB support is Audio Class 2.0 compliant. There's support for:
 
USB support is Audio Class 2.0 compliant. There's support for:
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* Editing and remote control via Axe-Edit (no MIDI interface required).
 
* Editing and remote control via Axe-Edit (no MIDI interface required).
 
* Audio communication (no audio interface required, except when using analog audio).
 
* Audio communication (no audio interface required, except when using analog audio).
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Editing and recording can be done simultaneously.
 
Editing and recording can be done simultaneously.
  
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==Drivers==
 
Drivers for Mac and PC which add USB support are [http://www.fractalaudio.com/support-fractal available for download here.]
 
Drivers for Mac and PC which add USB support are [http://www.fractalaudio.com/support-fractal available for download here.]
 
Note: ignore the options in the driver's control panel. [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii/38336-trouble-usb-audio.html#post524487 Source]
 
Note: ignore the options in the driver's control panel. [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii/38336-trouble-usb-audio.html#post524487 Source]
  
Notes on USB communication:
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==Latency==
* When monitoring audio via the Axe-Fx II there's no latency.
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* When monitoring the audio signal via the computer's output, latency is determined by the computer's capabilities. [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii/38038-usb-noise.html#post520349 Source]
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When monitoring audio via the Axe-Fx II there's no latency.
* High-pitched noise may be caused by a ground loop. Cliff: "The USB spec calls for grounding the cable at both ends (mistake). This can create a ground loop. Make sure everything is plugged into the same outlet strip." [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii/38038-usb-noise.html#post520349 Source]
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When monitoring the audio signal via the computer's output, latency is determined by the computer's capabilities. [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii/38038-usb-noise.html#post520349 Source]
* If you're recording with the use of an application which uses the system selected input (all 4 channels), you will end up with a recording that also contains the dry tracks. The Axe-Fx II currently doesn't let you mute the dry tracks. [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/wish-list/38058-axe-fx-ii-mute-dry-guitar-track.html Source]
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* The Axe-Fx II cannot connect to a USB stick. [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii/35997-axe-fx-ii-technical-questions-thread-34.html#post491613 Source]
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==Noise==
* In a DAW the Axe-Fx II appears as a 4-In, 2-Out device.
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High-pitched noise may be caused by a ground loop. Cliff: "The USB spec calls for grounding the cable at both ends (mistake). This can create a ground loop. Make sure everything is plugged into the same outlet strip." [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii/38038-usb-noise.html#post520349 Source]
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==Dry tracks==
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If you're recording with the use of an application which uses the system selected input (all 4 channels), you will end up with a recording that also contains the dry tracks. The Axe-Fx II currently doesn't let you mute the dry tracks. [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/wish-list/38058-axe-fx-ii-mute-dry-guitar-track.html Source]
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==USB media==
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The Axe-Fx II cannot connect to a USB stick. [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/axe-fx-ii/35997-axe-fx-ii-technical-questions-thread-34.html#post491613 Source]
  
 
[[category:Connecting to a computer or digital device]]
 
[[category:Connecting to a computer or digital device]]

Revision as of 13:13, 6 July 2011

Manual

Template:0 Disclaimer

Template:2.3 Computer Integration

Template:2.3.1 Minimum requirements

Template:2.3.2 Software Installation

Template:2.3.3 Capabilities

User comments

USB

USB support is Audio Class 2.0 compliant. There's support for:

  • Editing and remote control via Axe-Edit (no MIDI interface required).
  • Audio communication (no audio interface required, except when using analog audio).
  • Use as an exclusive USB-to-MIDI interface for other products (in I/O > MIDI set USB ADAPTER MODE to ON).

Editing and recording can be done simultaneously.

Drivers

Drivers for Mac and PC which add USB support are available for download here. Note: ignore the options in the driver's control panel. Source

Latency

When monitoring audio via the Axe-Fx II there's no latency. When monitoring the audio signal via the computer's output, latency is determined by the computer's capabilities. Source

Noise

High-pitched noise may be caused by a ground loop. Cliff: "The USB spec calls for grounding the cable at both ends (mistake). This can create a ground loop. Make sure everything is plugged into the same outlet strip." Source

Dry tracks

If you're recording with the use of an application which uses the system selected input (all 4 channels), you will end up with a recording that also contains the dry tracks. The Axe-Fx II currently doesn't let you mute the dry tracks. Source

USB media

The Axe-Fx II cannot connect to a USB stick. Source