So who's playing an Axe-FX? - Page 6

Sickbean · #76 10-16-2009, 09:04 AM

I'm sold on one to be honest.

Only question now is whether to go for the power amp + guitar cab route or FRFR monitor route.....

toneboy · #77 10-16-2009, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Sickbean

I'm sold on one to be honest.

Only question now is whether to go for the power amp + guitar cab route or FRFR monitor route.....

For what it's worth, here's how I think about that.

If you want to maximize the versatility of the Axe-FX then you should go the solid power amp with FRFR cabs or powered FRFR cabs. The power amp and speakers should color your sound as little as possible.

To be blunt, I feel there are (2) reasons why some players stick with a power amp (typically tube) and guitar cabs.

First, they can't make the leap of faith required for an FRFR rig. It is possible with the Axe-FX to get a tone through an FRFR rig that's just as good as that of a standard guitar rig. It's really not difficult if you're willing to spend a little time tweaking.

Second, they are used to pushing lots of air - they really like 4x12 cabs. Unless you use an FRFR cab that has multiple speakers like a 4x12, you're never going to push as much air with a 4x12 cab. But on of the beauties of an FRFR rig is they are very compact compared to most standard guitar rigs.

jb4674 · #78 10-16-2009, 09:50 AM

The one thing I don't find appealing about the ultra is the fact that the unit itself doesn't add much (hardware wise) in relation to its sibling. I would like the Ultra to perhaps be outfitted with:

RRC2 (RJ45) interface to have a direct link to a Roland FC-300 foot controller and talk to it in VG-99 mode so patches could be displayed, edited, etc.
Dual USB interfaces (1 for editing its software and the second one assignable for either a foot controller or to daisy chain other units like a GT-Pro, Pod, etc.)
Toslink out
Firewire out
2 more send/returns and the ability to have the effect you're using in a send/return to show up as such on the display. Example, if I connect a Digitech Whammy, then you should be able to program that into the unit so that every time the whammy is plugged in, it'll show up as such.
a nicer and bigger display

For 2 grand, the above items should be included standard on the Ultra.

That's my laundry list anyway...

Jimmy

Sickbean · #79 10-16-2009, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by toneboy

For what it's worth, here's how I think about that.

If you want to maximize the versatility of the Axe-FX then you should go the solid power amp with FRFR cabs or powered FRFR cabs. The power amp and speakers should color your sound as little as possible.

To be blunt, I feel there are (2) reasons why some players stick with a power amp (typically tube) and guitar cabs.

First, they can't make the leap of faith required for an FRFR rig. It is possible with the Axe-FX to get a tone through an FRFR rig that's just as good as that of a standard guitar rig. It's really not difficult if you're willing to spend a little time tweaking.

Second, they are used to pushing lots of air - they really like 4x12 cabs. Unless you use an FRFR cab that has multiple speakers like a 4x12, you're never going to push as much air with a 4x12 cab. But on of the beauties of an FRFR rig is they are very compact compared to most standard guitar rigs.

In my opinion all of this is negated by the fact that (from what I've heard) FRFR will sound just as good at low volumes pushing hardly any air as a 4x12 + tube power amp sounds when cranked.

Algiman · #80 10-16-2009, 08:51 PM

Bolox, had to order one. You'll all burn in hell for this!

musicdr · #81 10-16-2009, 09:13 PM

but at least we will have good tone!

Magical Muffin · #82 10-16-2009, 09:23 PM

Poor Algiman. It would suck to see this thread and actually have the money to buy the Axe fx

toneboy · #83 10-16-2009, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Sickbean

In my opinion all of this is negated by the fact that (from what I've heard) FRFR will sound just as good at low volumes pushing hardly any air as a 4x12 + tube power amp sounds when cranked.

I won't disagree with that.

Algiman · #84 10-17-2009, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Magical Muffin

Poor Algiman. It would suck to see this thread and actually have the money to buy the Axe fx

lol. Expect to see a few things in the classifieds when it arrives, assuming it lives up to ts reputation.

Sickbean · #85 10-17-2009, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Algiman

lol. Expect to see a few things in the classifieds when it arrives, assuming it lives up to ts reputation.

How long do you have to wait for it to arrive??

Algiman · #86 10-17-2009, 08:30 AM

No idea, I'm trying to buy one direct as it is cheaper than the European dealer, but I don't know if they'll go for that. I'm over in the US for work every so often so I'm sure I can work something out with them.