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The PEDAL Jack(s)
3.2
Note: the Axe-Fx II XL+ and XL have
two
onboard
jacks. The Axe-Fx II original and Mark II models have
one
.
Connect an expression pedal or footswitch to the
pedal
jack to control sound functions. You must first configure
the
TYPE,
and perform a simple
calibration
routine when using an expression pedal. See section
for
how to use the PEDAL page of the I/O menu.
Any type of external switch can be used, as long as its contacts make and break the connection between tip and
sleeve on a regular 1/4” guitar cable. Expression pedals should have a linear resistance taper and max resistance
between 10kΩ and 100kΩ, and must be used with Tip-Ring-Sleeve cables.
To control sound parameters, you must first assign the PEDAL jack to an “EXTERNAL CONTROLLER” and then set up
a “MODIFIER.” This topic is covered in section
on p.
, with a section specifically
about External Controllers on p.
System Parameters
3.3
As you will discover, the Axe-Fx II has a range of flexible input/output options. The hardware descriptions cover the
basics, but seeing a few complete setups can also be helpful as you decide how to connect other equipment. The
following section illustrates some typical setups, some of which require specific “System Parameter” settings. For
example, when using a real, physical guitar cab, the global “Speaker Simulation” switch should be set to “OFF.”
In addition to the short introductions provided with the diagrams below, system parameters are detailed in section
Many of the basic setups shown in the following pages can be easily combined or expanded. Make a mono setup
stereo. Add an MFC-101 MIDI Foot controller for intelligent remote control. Connect a computer to run
Axe-Edit
,
our free software editor. Combine multiple Axe-Fx II units into a single rig. Countless combinations are possible,
and creativity and experimentation can be as valuable here as when you are creating tones or dialing in effects.
