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1 INTRODUCTION
Perhaps the best and most flexible way to enjoy your Axe-Fx III is through a full-range system such as Studio
Monitors, a high-quality PA, or full range cabinets designed specifically for guitar. All of the factory presets are
designed for this type of setup.
The Axe-Fx III is incredibly flexible, however, and many other types of setups are supported, including those
which integrate with tube amps, USB recording, 3rd-party outboard equipment, and much more.
Find additional rig diagrams in
Section 4
.
The most basic setup instructions appear below:
WHY FULL RANGE?
A Full-Range Flat Response (“FRFR”) system aims to reproduce the entire audio spectrum without compromise.
In comparison, most guitar speakers are narrow range, with no ability to accurately reproduce extended lows
and highs. A 1×12 open-back combo is never going to sound like a 4×12 stack. In comparison, full-range
flat response studio monitors, high-quality PA speakers, and FRFR speakers designed specifically for guitar
should be able to reproduce anything you play through them.
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Begin with all level knobs turned down.
Connect your guitar to the front or
rear Instrument input (Input 1).
The Axe-Fx III is also perfect for
bass and other instruments.
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Connect Output 1
to your mixer, studio
monitors, audio interface, PA system, full-
range speakers, power amp inputs, etc.
• For a mono rig, use Out 1 Left.
• For optional stereo, connect Out 1 Right.
• Use XLR outputs to connect to balanced
inputs, or use the 1/4" outputs when
connecting to unbalanced inputs.
• Use Humbuster cables with 1/4" outputs
to reduce hum from ground loops.
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Turn up the front panel
OUT 1
knob and adjust the
level on your monitors as desired.
Explore factory presets by turning the
VALUE
wheel.
Select Scenes within a preset by using NAV Up/Down.
QUICK CONNECT GUIDE
INPUT
1
OUTPUT
1
Use
Out 1 L
for
Mono
FRFR speakers, Studio Monitors
Audio Interface or Mixer
Add
Out 1 R
for
Stereo
