AXE-FX III - 13 Different Ways To Connect!

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  • Опубликовано: 9 янв 2025

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  • @Spidouz
    @Spidouz 10 месяцев назад +1

    14: The way I intend to use mine, which is in a double 4CM with 2 real amps for Clean and Drive, with main output use for studio monitors, secondary output on a pair of FRFR Cab, with SPDIF to receive audio from another modeler, and USB directly connected to the computer to use the fractal as audio interface… and MIDI connected to some 3rd party amps and gear. So I could simply use the Fractal to select a preset, and in the preset I could use Preamps from the real tube amps (clean, drive or both), or even use some of the onboard preamps, and I could use the FRFR outputs for the Wet/Wet signals, and send back the Dry Clean & Drive signals directly to the Amps. So with 2 cabs and the 2 FRFR, I could pretty much build a Wet/Clean/Drive/Wet rig… Pres effects such drives, wah, etc… would be from both some midi controlled pedals and eventually some effects of the Fractal, the post-preamp wet effects would be from the fractal, and the acoustic line running on a different modelers could still be recorded through the SPDIF input… I know that looks super complicated but it’s gonna be a studio setup that I will setup once and then never unplug/plug, never move and probably never change (beside swapping some effects for others), but the whole routing will stay the same for every preset… just turning on/off some loop to select the type of preamp/amp for the different tones… My Two-Rock for cleans, the Dr Z for my Crunch, and the Diezel for my High-gain… with the Diezel being midi controlled to select the presets with right settings…. That kind of stuff. So yeah, it’s complicated, and even expensive to build, but I’m saving for quite a long time now to buy each piece one by one… Next will be the Diezel, then the Ox Box and finally the Fractal (I will buy it last because I know they will maybe release a new improved version by the time I can buy it).

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  10 месяцев назад +1

      Impressive, to say the least!

    • @Spidouz
      @Spidouz 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@DougBsDigitalDenSome say it might become a source of constant problems… and they might be right, I just don’t know yet. I just aim to have one setup with everything plugged and selectable from the push of a button/switch and then press record… no time to plug, replug, setup, loose time searching how to make it work, etc… Maybe it won’t work the way I hope for, but I will only know it once I have everything. I got the amps, one cab (I desperately try to find the second cab, but it’s discontinued so it’s really hard to find, Marshall 2061cx, the reason is because I already have one and I love it and want a second one now). I should have everything ready in hopefully 2 years (Time to save all the $$$ because that’s quite an expensive setup)…. In the mean time, I watching videos like yours to make sure I can do what I want. So thanks a lot for your video, it’s probably one of the best I’ve seen so far. cheers

  • @hellonblades
    @hellonblades 3 года назад +4

    This video is pure gold!!! Thanks for sharing this!! Perhaps, a pert 2 would be great!

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  3 года назад

      Thanks! Let me know what things I should look into, and I'll see what I can do

  • @stupidfirebeats
    @stupidfirebeats 2 года назад +3

    Thanks for this video!
    I've been doing recordings from axe FX USB to my computers USB port. It works, but I always wondered if I'm missing out not plugging the axe FX into an interface, then the interface to my computer.
    Does anyone know if I could record wet signal and dry signal simultaneously going from axeFX USB to my laptop USB only?

  • @GP-mk5tj
    @GP-mk5tj Год назад +1

    All I want to do is play through two amps. I want to have the amp Sims on to work with my amps. I still haven't decided whether to leave it to the back of the return of the amps or just put it in front input of the amps and use my pre-amp section of my amps. For now I have it going in back of the return of the amps avoiding the preamp section. I have it set up that it's going out of output one. I tried copying the output one, two, to output three. I even set it up where I did put an output 3 block before the cab. The problem is I wanted us to be all on global settings. When I try to use output three without putting the output 3 block it gave me a dry signal. I just wish there was a global setting where I can plan the best of both worlds without having put additional blocks in the chain, and all I have to do is just turn off the cab Sims and power amps on global settings.

  • @ctatrains
    @ctatrains 2 года назад

    Really excellent and useful video.I just ordered the AXE-FX III and wondered if I wouldn't need any more than the usb connected to carry audio into the computer for recording into Cubase then out to my RME UCX II interface. That would be incredibly simple and convenient.Thanks.

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  2 года назад

      Yes, a USB cable connecting your Axe-Fx III to your computer is all you need. Just choose the FX3 as your input device in Cubase. It maps to Inputs 1&2.

  • @JunoXL
    @JunoXL 7 месяцев назад +1

    Great video

  • @iwillnevergetone5
    @iwillnevergetone5 2 года назад

    When going from Axe fx iii into a fryette power station, can you use a quarter inch cable & just the Left Output 3 > into the power amp? will the axe fx know to send a mono signal?

  • @pipespeeps5349
    @pipespeeps5349 Год назад +1

    what about plugging an axe fx ultra into a combo amp? using amp models, cabs, and effects, essentially using the combo amp as an frfr

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  Год назад

      You can do that, just try to set the combo as clean and neutral as possible,

    • @pipespeeps5349
      @pipespeeps5349 Год назад

      @@DougBsDigitalDen how do i plug it in? Its a line 6 vetta 2 combo so its basically an frfr speaker

    • @pipespeeps5349
      @pipespeeps5349 Год назад

      @@DougBsDigitalDen and do i need to add an fx loop block in the axe fx?

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  Год назад

      I'd use the FX return, that way it bypasses the Vetta's pre-amp. Turn off all modeling on the Vetta and you should be good to go. No need for an fx loop. Have fun!

    • @pipespeeps5349
      @pipespeeps5349 Год назад

      @@DougBsDigitalDen ok so the output from the axe to the return on the vetta got it, gonna try this when the axe fx gets here

  • @EdEarleMusicChannel
    @EdEarleMusicChannel 5 месяцев назад

    I am hooking up a Synergy Syn-2 with Z-wreck and SLO modules. I was told to use a 4CM method, but looks like you are actually showing a Syn-2 in the adding outboard gear example as a single insert in channel 3.
    I will mainly be using the Syn-2 as my preamp, though would like to maintain ability to run through AxeFx-3 normally.
    Would my best setup be:
    Gtr -> AxeFx input -> custom presets would have pre fx -> AxeFx out 3 -> Syn-2 main in/out -> AxeFx in 3 -> post amp (normal fx loop) -> AxeFx main out 1?
    Should I then have ch 3 of AxeFx set fully clockwise for unity gain and control from Syn-2?
    Is there a way to add within AxeFx 3, after Syn-2 and traditional loop fx, just power amp modeling from the Axe’s amps before adding a cab block?

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  5 месяцев назад

      Sorry, I don't have my Axe-Fx III anymore so I can't help you. Someone in the Fractal Forums should be able to help you tho.

  • @TESTAMENT2
    @TESTAMENT2 3 года назад

    would you be kind enough to tell me how to connect my ENGL e570 pre-amp to the axe fx 3? I'm trying to use both at the same time and also only the axe 3 for night practices without having to unplug my pre-amp... Thank you in advance

  • @EJH-jn6mo
    @EJH-jn6mo 3 года назад +2

    I hope you do a FC controller tutorial soon… I just got mine and don’t have a clue on how to use it

    • @dougb256
      @dougb256 3 года назад +1

      I’ve got a 2-part FC series coming out starting on Sept 10. Hope it helps!

    • @EJH-jn6mo
      @EJH-jn6mo 3 года назад +3

      @@dougb256 great! I don’t think there’s a comprehensive tutorial out there but I could be wrong… I’ve been spending most my time during the last several days just trying to figure out how to use the AxeFX3 let alone the controller.

  • @zacharyharriss3063
    @zacharyharriss3063 4 месяца назад

    Hi I am trying to figure out my setup before purchasing. I want to run my FX3 to my existing PRS MT-15 tube head then to my cabinet that is already hooked up. Do I just need one XLR female to 1/4” or a dual split cable. I appreciate the help and your videos rock 😊

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  4 месяца назад

      The easiest connection would be one XLR-to-1/4" cable. Thanks for watching!

    • @zacharyharriss3063
      @zacharyharriss3063 4 месяца назад

      @@DougBsDigitalDen could i just use one humbuster since my amp has no XLR inputs?

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  4 месяца назад

      Yes, that would work 👍

    • @zacharyharriss3063
      @zacharyharriss3063 4 месяца назад

      @@DougBsDigitalDen great thank you so so much for the help

  • @bfreebabi5398
    @bfreebabi5398 Год назад

    ! I have the standard AXE FX3, how can I do to turn it TURBO...? what are the steps to turn it TURBO ?

  • @lostpettv2162
    @lostpettv2162 3 года назад +1

    Trying to connect the Audio Ox in stereo.

  • @tomfaunce
    @tomfaunce Год назад

    Thanks for the video. What about using a standard mono speaker 1/4" cable going to a cab? Would the single cable go from Output 1 Left into the cab, just like a standard amp > cab setup?

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  Год назад

      If it's a powered cab, then yes.

    • @tomfaunce
      @tomfaunce Год назад

      @@DougBsDigitalDen What if its not a powered cab? I currently run a Quilter solid state into a 2 x 12 cabinet with 2 Fane A60's. Will I be able to just replace the Quilter with the Fractal FX 3? Will I need a Power Amp?

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  Год назад

      Yes, you'll need a power amp. The Axe-Fx III is a pre-amp/effects processor.

  • @patrikfekete2nd
    @patrikfekete2nd 3 года назад +1

    Good video! If I would like to connect a tube preamp pedal to my Axe-Fx II XL+, so the chain will be the following?: my guitar - to input of the tube preamp pedal - output of the tube preamp pedal - to Input 2 (Fx return). In the Axe Edit I will need to insert the Fx Loop block in front of the amp block? Is that the right way?

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  2 года назад

      It all depends where you want your preamp pedal to be in the chain. The easiest would be guitar -> preamp pedal -> input on Axe Fx.

    • @patrikfekete2nd
      @patrikfekete2nd 2 года назад

      @@DougBsDigitalDen I would like the preamp pedal before the AMP block. So If I need to use the input 2 fx return or which input? I don't want to cause damage in the unit.

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  2 года назад +1

      @@patrikfekete2nd Page 31 in the user manual shows how to connect external gear using Input 3 as a Send and Output 3 and the Return. You would plug your guitar into the FX3 using this method.

  • @VentBasics
    @VentBasics 2 года назад +1

    Don't think I heard this, but why wouldn't you connect the Axe FXIII directly to the Power Amp in (efx loop) of a guitar amp (if you are running through guitar amp), that way it bypasses the pre-amp section and won't add any "color" to the sound, just pure power for the Axe to run through to a guitar cab??? Did I miss that?

    • @MOAB-UT
      @MOAB-UT 2 года назад

      That is how I was told to do it. Mind you, an amp cab will color the sound somewhat as it will not be true FRFR which modelers prefer. I have two studio monitors and for added kick, one amp (using FX Loop input- block 3.)

  • @WorldWorlding
    @WorldWorlding Год назад

    I use a SD powerstage 700 as my power to a 2x12 cabinet with my AxeFXIII. Can a bass cabinet be connected to an alternative output on the axefx and power through the SD powerstage 700? I am looking to have the axefx III serve as the digital processor for guitar and bass going through separate cabinets.

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  Год назад +1

      It looks like you can. For example, route your guitar to OUT1 on the Axe-Fx III. Plug OUT1 into the Left input on your SD Powerstage 700, and connect the left output to your cab. Bass player can plug into Input 2 and route his stuff to OUT2. Plug OUT2 into the Right input on your SD Powerstage 700, and connect the right output to the bass cab

    • @WorldWorlding
      @WorldWorlding Год назад

      @@DougBsDigitalDen Thanks! I will give it a whirl! You have a new subscriber.

  • @vishalky88
    @vishalky88 5 месяцев назад

    I have a guitar and the axe fx3, need big sound so I’m buying 2 Yamaha studio monitors.. what else do I need? Do I need an audio interface or does axe act like one? Normal cables or xlr? Sorry I’m new to all this digital stuff

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  5 месяцев назад

      You don't need an audio interface, but it sure does make things easier. The Axe-Fx III can be touchy at times if you use it as an interface connected to your computer. If you aren't going to use the Axe-Fx III as your computer's audio interface, then you should be okay. Of course the studio monitors need to be powered, as the Axe-Fx III doesn't have an actual amp section. XLRs are preferable. Hope this helps!

  • @The_collection_ist
    @The_collection_ist Год назад

    Do you know how I would hook up my electronic drumkit and my quad cortex if I wanted to have everything running through one set of studio monitors? Idk if that's even possible? Thanks.

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  Год назад +1

      How are your monitors connected to your system, ie what interface are you using?

    • @The_collection_ist
      @The_collection_ist Год назад

      @@DougBsDigitalDen I have two Adam audio T5 running with a sub hooked up directly to my AxeFX3 output L And R

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  Год назад

      Sorry for the late reply. Yes, you could (for example) plug your QC into Input 2 L+R and plug your drums into Input 3 L+R. Then you would have to create presets that use the IN2 & IN3 blocks, and route them all to OUT1, which I'm assuming is where you have your speakers connected. Hope this helps!

  • @troyshowalter8163
    @troyshowalter8163 Год назад

    Doug. What’s the best way to hook up my axe fx 3 using my mesa dual rectifier head along with my mesa 4x12 cabinet ? I want to be able to utilize everything it has to offer. As well as the cab blocks. Thanks

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  Год назад

      I'd think that 4CM is your best choice, but you shouldn't use the cab block if you're going to be using your Mesa 4x12. It already has its own voice, and using a cab block would probably make it a mess. If you want to use the cab block, you need something neutral like an FRFR. Hope you have fun!

    • @troyshowalter8163
      @troyshowalter8163 Год назад

      @@DougBsDigitalDen ok, thank you.

  • @geezberry8889
    @geezberry8889 Год назад

    using a lexicon reverb unit as well as an old digital delay and spx90 with an SM10 mixer to run them in parallel. I'm wondering if i can connect all of this without the need for the mixer

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  Год назад

      That's 3 external FX units, right? I'm not sure that you would be able to do that. If they're mono, you can run two of them separately. Check page 31 of the manual.

    • @geezberry8889
      @geezberry8889 Год назад +1

      @@DougBsDigitalDen yup i can do it. inputs 2-3-4 sends and returns on the Axe3

  • @jnparesa
    @jnparesa 3 месяца назад

    Why is the first option not recommended?

  • @tommyvercetti6217
    @tommyvercetti6217 Год назад

    I may have no heard correctly, so forgive me. But is there a way to hook this directly into a monitor (like Yamaha HS5 Studio Monitor) without any computer or anything else. Just straight to the monitor. I’m just playing in my home no live shows or pc

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  Год назад +1

      Salvatore - Yes, you can do that. You would connect XLR cables from the OUTPUT 1 jacks on the back panel to the inputs on your HS5s.

  • @BFHPET
    @BFHPET 2 года назад

    can you add different reverbs example a vst plugin reverb in the chain and change order? i cant find any videoes about this

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  2 года назад +1

      No, there's no option for adding VST effects. I think the only way you can do that is in your DAW.

    • @BFHPET
      @BFHPET 2 года назад

      @@DougBsDigitalDen it would be cool if that feature would be available its nice its possible whit real pedals

  • @martinezdecap
    @martinezdecap 3 года назад

    This video is so good!!! I have a question for you sir!
    You mentioned that you connect your axe fx 3 to your Apollo.
    I have an axe fx 2 and an Apollo twin x.
    I noticed that there is a spdif in and out on my axe fx 2 and there’s one spdif in on my apollo twin x.
    Which cable do you recommend I buy to make the connection?
    I’ve been doing so much research and after I get your answer I feel like I’ll finally be able to route my gear the best possible way!
    Thank you in advance!

    • @martinezdecap
      @martinezdecap 3 года назад

      Lastly, will I still be able to reamp using this type of connection?

    • @martinezdecap
      @martinezdecap 3 года назад +1

      I just double checked. The axe fx has a spdif in and out and the axe fx has an optical in.
      Would I need a cable that has spdif on one end and optical on the other end?

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  3 года назад

      Ramon - I think this video might solve your problem: ruclips.net/video/8XczVwCTr44/видео.html

    • @martinezdecap
      @martinezdecap 3 года назад

      @@DougBsDigitalDen Thank you for the recommendation. I'm also curious, instead of using an adapter, can I just use one cable? Spdif RCA input from AXE ===> optical output APOLLO ?

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  3 года назад

      I don't know if such a cable exists. I would imagine you'd need an optical cable, a SPDIF coaxial cable and an adapter to convert from coaxial to optical.

  • @AdamGuitar87
    @AdamGuitar87 2 года назад

    Newbie here. Whats is the difference between FRFR Passive and FRFR Active? I am talking about models from fractal site.

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  2 года назад

      Hi! Passive means no built-in amp, and active means it does have a built-in amp. My QSC K10.2s are active FRFRs.

  • @Shidqidiria
    @Shidqidiria Год назад

    Is this works also in fxii?
    I was wondering to run the presets in my fxii like this:
    Guitar in 1 -> amp1->cab1->out1
    Guitar in 1->amp2->cab2->out2

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  Год назад

      I am sorry, but I do not own an FX-II so I cannot help you.

    • @Shidqidiria
      @Shidqidiria Год назад +1

      @@DougBsDigitalDen aah ok ok then,thank you 👍

  • @pulseofnature4879
    @pulseofnature4879 2 года назад

    Do you know how to connect the axe fx to an external 500 series preamp? Thanks!

    • @DougBsDigitalDen
      @DougBsDigitalDen  2 года назад

      Hi - A 500 series preamp is usually housed in a rack that has the various I/O ports, as the pre doesn't have any inputs of its own. So you would go out from OUT1 (for example) on the Axe-Fx III into the rack housing the 500 series pre. Hope that helps!

  • @sm43g96
    @sm43g96 3 года назад

    Maybe a stupid question but is there a way to still use the 4 cable method into an amp head and cab and still use the axe fx 3 amps and cabs or just amps on 3 and disable cabs? can you use your amp head as a power amp to still use the amp processing in the 3 so i can use a real cabinet instead of frfr.. Thanks!

    • @MsSpicynipples
      @MsSpicynipples Год назад

      You can use an amp block with power amp disabled and no cab and just go into the effects loop of the amp to use those power tubes and send it to a real life cab

    • @MsSpicynipples
      @MsSpicynipples Год назад

      Ax3 into the effects loop of a real amp

  • @Naxt366
    @Naxt366 3 года назад

    Hi
    What would be the maximum input instruments?
    4 or 8?

  • @justinTime077
    @justinTime077 3 года назад +2

    Connecting to a guitar amp through the return is win if you have a nice cab you like.. anyone saying otherwise is clueless

    • @danyeo
      @danyeo 2 года назад

      That’s what I found sounds the best. Way better than any FRFR monitor I tried.

    • @hierrogm
      @hierrogm 2 года назад

      Yeah I agree I use with a Mesa boogie tube 2x100 rectifier incredible tone ..FrFr is crap …well live anyway

  • @gitarman666
    @gitarman666 Год назад

    Digital coax spdif

  • @Crazytaker9
    @Crazytaker9 5 месяцев назад

    Like 👍

  • @aaronmarkham4424
    @aaronmarkham4424 3 года назад

    I type Axe FX II and your crap pops up