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Doc Q7.0
Four Simultaneous Channels of 48k/24-bit Audio from the Axe-Fx II to the Computer
Four outputs, typically numbered 1–4, allow audio to be routed from the Axe-Fx II to the computer and recorded,
processed, or monitored.
USB/DIGI OUT SOURCE
in the I/O:AUDIO menu (p.
) determines what is sent to the first pair of USB outputs:
Selecting
OUTPUT 1 L+R
sends the Axe-Fx II main output to the computer. The same signal is, of
course, still routed normally to the rear XLR and unbalanced jacks. Use this to record your fully-
processed guitar.
Selecting
OUTPUT 2 L+R
routes output 2—typically the FX loop block (p.
) —to the first two outs.
Selecting
MAIN INPUT
routes the main input (see
MAIN INPUT SELECT
p.
) to the first two outs.
A similar result can be obtained by using OUTPUT 1 with a “shunts-only” preset (p.
Remember to turn off the Input Noise Gate and set Output levels to 0.0
Switching
INPUT 1 LEFT SELECT
(p.
) to “REAR” allows you to record the
line level
outputs of a
microphone preamp, keyboard, or any other sound source via the rear INPUT 1 L/R jacks.
The second pair of USB Outputs always outputs the raw, dry, unprocessed signal from the main input (i.e. the front
jack or the rear
jack, depending on both what is selected under
INPUT 1 LEFT SELECT
(p.
)) and the rear
jack). These require USB 2.0 support (see
Minimum Requirements
above).
Warning:
As with all input/output systems, certain routing configurations can result
in audio feedback loops. Please exercise
care not to route active outputs to active inputs, or damage could occur to connected amps, speakers, or your hearing.
Two-way High-Speed MIDI Communication
MIDI-over-USB enables the Axe-Fx II and the computer to communicate back and forth. You can edit, perform
updates, send program changes from a sequencer, synchronize the tempo, automate sound changes, and more.
MIDI-over-USB is considerably faster than “legacy” MIDI, and allows two-way communication with the computer
over a single cable.
Fractal-Bot
2.3.4
Fractal-Bot, available from http://www.fractalaudio.com/fractal-bot.php is a
powerful, lightweight MIDI Utility for the Axe-Fx II. Use Fractal-Bot for firmware
updates, backing up your Axe-Fx, restoring backups, managing User Cabs, and more.
Axe-Edit
2.3.5
Axe-Edit is a full-featured software editor for the Axe-Fx II. It
provides a large, easy-to-use graphical interface that allows
you to create and edit sounds. Learn more at
http://www.fractalaudio.com/axe-edit
