Hey Lads, Cliff from Fractal has posted in the Fractal Forums that if you want to make the Fractal models 'feel' more like the Kemper. To directly quote him: "The Axe-Fx III models are extremely accurate. The Kemper has it's own vibe which a lot of people like. It's characterized by lots of midrange compression. You can replicate this on the Axe-Fx by setting the Output Compression type in the Amp block to Feedback and dialing in ~6 dB of compression. Adjust to taste. The distortion of the Kemper is smoother than a real amp as well. You can replicate this by decreasing the Power Amp Hardness." I've tried these tweaks and they do make the 'feel' more similar to how a Kemper feels (have compared to a Stage). These changes also work on AX8 and Axe-FX II. Cheers :)
Thats a weird statement to me, because when looking at comparisons on youtube, the opposite seemed true. All modellers had a slight flavour compared to the real amp, but kemper always seemed to be audibly the closest...
I just came from a Helix to a FM3.....no comparison...the Fractal is a different level sound wise...and feel wise....maybe not in a mix,but sitting in the room with both,the FM3 smokes the Helix in every way.....I used the Helix for 2 years,and pretty much fought it every day.....10 minutes with the FM3,I couldn’t stop smiling....It’s a great unit..
I love the FM3. I built my own board (12x20) with an Xotic Wah and a EV-2 and it’s awesome. I have the 3 buttons programmed perfectly and have no need for more buttons. It’s a nice small board that everything I need and sounds great. Also I tend to only use one amp at a time so there’s that. I also have had a Helix for close to 5 years and it’s great too. But I really feel Fractal hit a home fun with the FM3.
Im not a worship player...but i admire the tones those guys get. My dad is in a Christian band...ive seen and heard many worship guitarists....some have the best tones I've ever heard
I like looking videos of gear that I did not buy because it was missing something. This unit for me needed an FC6. Here comes the FM9 with more buttons, more power and dual stereo amps for only $100 more than the FM3 + FM6
I like high gain monsters but the real trial of these modelling units is doing the low to medium drive thing. Emualting cleans is the "easy" part, emulating high gain, is far more complicated but doing the medium gain and retain the tone, the feel and the sustain, that's where a lot of these modellers fall apart. This one definitly does that really well.
24:03 funny to see someone call the FM3 huge. consider everything it's doing and that it's even smaller than the Axe3 (which is already not large). then compare it to what we all had to carry around 10, 20, etc years ago. compare an FM3 to the size of a JCM800, Twin, Dual Rectifier, etc
I really enjoyed this video. I am going to get either an FM3 or AxeFX III and still am having trouble deciding. A video for that may help because the logic you two use is much like my own views. Please consider that as a video topic.
I still would like to see you use the HX for left and the FM3 for right in a stereo setup. Then you could use stereo effects in front and possibly bring them together in the effects return of the FM3.
All the years of playing worship with a twin reverb in back room, pedalboard, and in-ears only to get an FM3 and not play at church anymore. But I can get incredible sounds on mine.
Thank you guys so much for doing this! I’ve been on the wait list for 2 months for an FM3, and I’m tryin to hold out, but I’m tempted to just buy a kemper stage. All I here people do is metal with this thing, but ask Bradford if it would hold up to the kemper stage. I’m still on the fence between the two!
Two things I think Line 6 has that the other two don’t have are extremely user-friendly interfaces and a massive support community. Under a microscope, the Kemper and Axe may be a bit better in sound quality and although prices may start to get even, it’s still tough to justify for most players imo. However, if Axe Effects ever comes out with something to compete with the Pod Go in the $500-$600 range, that would be intriguing.
I have Kemper Stage and HX stomp. Can't wait to have one of this but I'll just use a midi controller such as Morningstar FX. There's not a lot of content with Fractal and "traditional" Midi controllers.
Absolutely loved this! I have a Stage and will rock it for a year and then see how i feel. I came from the Helix and in terms of amp tone and feel, it is simply better on all metrics. Weird thing to note: a lot of your videos have a consistent yet quiet click during the music recordings. I don't know what it is but it doesn't happen during other guitar channels I listen to, and this has happened on many of the vids I watch from you guys for over a year now. Is it perhaps a weird clipping issue when recording? Just thought you should know.
GREAT sounds guys, refreshing magical tones. However I do hear some clicks in the playing samples, not sure if there's something wrong with your recording tracks? Anyway, first time I came across your videos, I'm here to stay. Cheers!
One way I go about kind of replicating stereo effects in front of a single amp throw a mono analog delay in front of the amp at a 1/4 note and have my stereo dotted 8th delay after the amp and run stereo cabs paned left and right. Not exactly the same but kind of gives the same effect with the modulated analog delay hitting the front of the amp and you still get the awesome stereo image.
Kemper has the Kabinet now to try and give you the "amp in the room" feel... What do you believe is the best option for a speaker for live gigging for the FM3?
Hi buddy thanx for the amazing videos i have a gig on Saturday im playing though a self power monitor and FOH left goes to the FOH right to moni. how do i sett up the delay or which one i need to use a stereo or mono. using the FM3 Thanks
Two years later and a couple of fire ware update and Cygnus whatever it’s called. And the fm 3 is even better such an amazing piece of gear all you need to have everything you could ever want is an fm3 and then a digitech drop pedal and then a whammy pedal You could use those functions on the fm3 but the digital capo lags so if you play fast it won’t feel right same with the whammy but thre whammy is more usable
Some might prefer the amp sounds in Fractal (like me). Fractal’s effects are better as well. On the other hand, some might prefer the amp tones in Kemper (like Bradford). FM3 is also quite a bit cheaper than a Kemper.
I have a partial answer for you but you might check with the forums on Fractal's website, they're very knowledgeable and helpful. You can use input 2 to bring sounds from a mixer into the unit (if you're not using it as an FX in) and then choose which output to connect it to. The problem is output 1 is connected to both the XLR out and the headphones, so if you brought those mixer sounds "into your headphones" but you were planning to send only the guitar signal out to the speaker, I think you can't do that in as straightforward of a way (mix of guitar and the mixer sound would go to output 1). However, I think if you set it up to send only guitar to output 2, and your guitar + mixer signal from input 2 to go to output 1, you could have your full mix in your headphones while sending only guitar to the board. Probably a cleaner solution overall is to send the FM3 signal straight to the mixer via output 1, and then use an output from the mixer as your headphone source.
Very cool little (relatively at least) pedal! How is it set for acoustic amps? I’m using a Taylor T5Z through a L-6 pedal and like the ability to tap a button, flip the switch and I’m ready for acoustic or electric.
That depends, ha. If you’re using drives or compression, you’ll probably want to put it in front of the amp. But if you’re using wet effects or modulation, it would depend on whether you like those effects in front of the amp or after it - both sound good but pretty different.
Just got my FM3. So, coming from both a Helix and Kemper background I'm familiar with snapshots and performance modes. Scenes,....I'm finding that you can't change the perameters of an effect in one scene to another scene. Is this correct? And, I'm guessing that the only possible way to accomplish this is to use the 4 "channels" on the FM3? Fractal products are definately harder to master in my opinion. Thanks for any help! .....Greg with The Church of The Highlands in AL.
To change parameters of a block (without changing channels), you can use the control switches. Just map a parameter to a control switch and assign the min and max values. Control switches can then be assigned to a button or turned on/off in scenes (or both). We use control switch 1 in our presets to increase the gain on the amp.
I am not into P&W music at all, I find the amps weak, and the effects way too wet. I do however, watch all your videos related to these products, kemper, helix, axefx etc. I find your opinions valid and informative. You discuss cons of each unit, instead of just pros. I find both of you to be honest and likeable. Keep up the good work, and ease up on the delay, one is enough.
Would probably depend on what pedals you’re using. If you’ve got pedals designed to go into an FX loop and not in front of the amp, you would need to make sure that whatever you decide on supports that.
You guys should do a demo with a real amp and pedals sometime. I think at this point everyone has forgotten what the real thing sounds like. Would be nice to hear it as a reference to all the digital stuff.
I definitely share Bradford's mindset of taking a preset or patch and running with it. That's why I like the Kemper (stage). There's a sense of freedom for me when I can easily build a Kemper performance and trust it, rather than go into option paralasys and tweak for an hour and (due to user error), end up with something that doesn't sound as good as the original sound.
Fractal has a tab in the amp and drive blocks called 'Authentic', which only shows you the controls that are on the real-world versions of the amps and pedals. It's a really nice feature for users who don't want to deep dive. Many people talk about the deep editing options in Fractal products as a negative, but you don't ever have to touch them. By default, the deep options in the amp and effects models are set to accurately model the way the actual amps and effects are built. It's only if you want to change something about the real-world counterpart that you need to access the rabbit hole :).
What does a "worship" band play? I assume you play at Church? I see a lot of worship channels on here and they all seem to love ambient, rerverby sounds. Do you play songs with a singer?
Hi guys love the channel very much. But I think you should invest in a headrush pedalboard, as some us in the praise and worship community use them to. Have a great day
Bought an FM3 and just couldn't get decent tones through a 4 x 12 high end cabinet. Not interested in playing through FRFR speakers and honestly I bought a Boss Katana head that was way easier to get useful tones from. FM3 was Far to complex and time consuming IMO. I'll keep the Katana plus my Marshall Jubilee stack and my ADA Mp1 rack setup for all the tones I need. Took a bath on resale value as well. No more modelers for me
i know this is a controversial question but personally, do you find the amp models and effects in the fm3 or fractal products in general better than the line 6 products especially helix?
I'd say the Fractal amps have a slight edge. And maybe some of the effects to a certain extent. But the units aren't as flexible and usable as the Line 6 products. L6's desktop editor is way more intuitive than the Fractal stuff. And the amount of flexibility the L6 has is almost untouchable. So for every pro in one column, there's a con in the other.
Bradford Mitchell really? just a slight edge? i have a hd500x and my friend has an axe8 and the amps and effects just sound better in the axe8..so you’re saying there’s a significant improvement with the helix compared to the hd500x? i’m sorry if i’m asking too much but i’m planning to upgrade my pedalboard and i don’t know anyone who has the helix or axe fx 3 so i can’t really compare them myself
Elisha you must compare fractal stuff with helix stuff. My two cents: fractal is better, not so much but clearly better. Helix is way more usable and intuitive though.
Michele Vicidomini yeah that’s why i asked bradford if there’s a significant improvement from the pod hd500x to the helix when it comes to amp modeling and effects because that’s the most important thing to me, sound quality..i kinda know that fractal stuff are not as flexible like you can’t really do dual amps on stereo but i’m kinda curious about helix being more intuitive..so is it pretty hard to create a patch with fractal even with the desktop editor?
Yes Bradford there is alot in there that I dont care for but I like watching you guys and learning. Would be good if you guys had a go at demonstrating other gear. Like for instance I am soon to purchase the Joyo Gem Box III which is a full rig.
I just got mine it’s sounds incredible BUT I have a Kemper Stage too BUT Kemper is better sounds more real! The Fractal FM3 cost $999 and Kemper Stage $1,700 so big different 💰! Both units are amazing
True... But this is been brought up in other videos before, and the guy in the hat(Bradford) doesn't mind. They are just friends having a conversation about gear.
I'm wanting g a fractal fm3 so bad but can't right now. Single dad , and laid off since covid. IF God's will is for me to play a fm3 it will be revealed somehow
So the line 6 helix is still the most logical as it can pretty much do everything that all these units can’t do, i wonder what the new helix will do maybe a complete game changer who knows i thing they are all pretty good but still not quite the same as an analog Amp with pedals but they are getting closer and a i say this because of the feel when you play ,can’t explain it but i feel the difference when i a/b them .
The one thing I don’t like in PW is there’s too much generic ambient sounds that mask the guitar for what it is. David Gilmour was a master of great sounds who didn’t get buried.
We have chapter markers across the bottom so you can jump to playing samples. To learn how to use it, Fractal has the manual available for download on their site.
Hey Lads, Cliff from Fractal has posted in the Fractal Forums that if you want to make the Fractal models 'feel' more like the Kemper. To directly quote him: "The Axe-Fx III models are extremely accurate. The Kemper has it's own vibe which a lot of people like. It's characterized by lots of midrange compression. You can replicate this on the Axe-Fx by setting the Output Compression type in the Amp block to Feedback and dialing in ~6 dB of compression. Adjust to taste.
The distortion of the Kemper is smoother than a real amp as well. You can replicate this by decreasing the Power Amp Hardness." I've tried these tweaks and they do make the 'feel' more similar to how a Kemper feels (have compared to a Stage). These changes also work on AX8 and Axe-FX II. Cheers :)
Thanks for the tip! We’ll try this out for sure.
Solid tipp, Judd!
Or you can get a Kemper! Modeler versus Profiler. Profiler if you want the closest to the real thing. Modeler if you want Fractal's attempts...
@@geoffreymerrifield5666 I hope you get paid by Kemper to sling that marketing line as if it's inherently superior.
Thats a weird statement to me, because when looking at comparisons on youtube, the opposite seemed true. All modellers had a slight flavour compared to the real amp, but kemper always seemed to be audibly the closest...
I just came from a Helix to a FM3.....no comparison...the Fractal is a different level sound wise...and feel wise....maybe not in a mix,but sitting in the room with both,the FM3 smokes the Helix in every way.....I used the Helix for 2 years,and pretty much fought it every day.....10 minutes with the FM3,I couldn’t stop smiling....It’s a great unit..
Thanks for your words!! Agree with you mate, and I don’t have anyone!
I’m currently on the fence. I’m a Helix Floor user and very intrigued by the FM3.
So true
Absolute true done
Hey Scott, how many different, I think they are called IR’s can be stored in an FM9?
Yeeeeees! More FM3 content. Been waiting for FM3 content.
Love this channel I’m not a praise and worship player ,just wanted y’all to know I pray for your channel brothers keep going ! Thanks 🙏
I love the FM3. I built my own board (12x20) with an Xotic Wah and a EV-2 and it’s awesome. I have the 3 buttons programmed perfectly and have no need for more buttons. It’s a nice small board that everything I need and sounds great. Also I tend to only use one amp at a time so there’s that. I also have had a Helix for close to 5 years and it’s great too. But I really feel Fractal hit a home fun with the FM3.
Im not a worship player...but i admire the tones those guys get. My dad is in a Christian band...ive seen and heard many worship guitarists....some have the best tones I've ever heard
A Fantastic Piece of Gear out of this World guys really I am getting one today
Super excited for the FM9
I like looking videos of gear that I did not buy because it was missing something. This unit for me needed an FC6. Here comes the FM9 with more buttons, more power and dual stereo amps for only $100 more than the FM3 + FM6
got the email a few days ago, that mine will be ready in about a week or two... looking forward to it, as it's my first modeler..
I like high gain monsters but the real trial of these modelling units is doing the low to medium drive thing. Emualting cleans is the "easy" part, emulating high gain, is far more complicated but doing the medium gain and retain the tone, the feel and the sustain, that's where a lot of these modellers fall apart. This one definitly does that really well.
I disagree I always think the high gain stuff sounds more real it’s the clean dry sounds that I found sounding digital and lacking sparkle..
24:03 funny to see someone call the FM3 huge. consider everything it's doing and that it's even smaller than the Axe3 (which is already not large). then compare it to what we all had to carry around 10, 20, etc years ago. compare an FM3 to the size of a JCM800, Twin, Dual Rectifier, etc
I really enjoyed this video. I am going to get either an FM3 or AxeFX III and still am having trouble deciding. A video for that may help because the logic you two use is much like my own views. Please consider that as a video topic.
That's the best Jazzmaster i've ever heard.
FM3 is such a great machine.
I still would like to see you use the HX for left and the FM3 for right in a stereo setup. Then you could use stereo effects in front and possibly bring them together in the effects return of the FM3.
All the years of playing worship with a twin reverb in back room, pedalboard, and in-ears only to get an FM3 and not play at church anymore. But I can get incredible sounds on mine.
Love that tone at 12:30 amazing
Thank you guys so much for doing this! I’ve been on the wait list for 2 months for an FM3, and I’m tryin to hold out, but I’m tempted to just buy a kemper stage. All I here people do is metal with this thing, but ask Bradford if it would hold up to the kemper stage. I’m still on the fence between the two!
Thanks for revealing the most important weakness of this unit, no stereo signal chain.
Two things I think Line 6 has that the other two don’t have are extremely user-friendly interfaces and a massive support community. Under a microscope, the Kemper and Axe may be a bit better in sound quality and although prices may start to get even, it’s still tough to justify for most players imo. However, if Axe Effects ever comes out with something to compete with the Pod Go in the $500-$600 range, that would be intriguing.
I have Kemper Stage and HX stomp. Can't wait to have one of this but I'll just use a midi controller such as Morningstar FX. There's not a lot of content with Fractal and "traditional" Midi controllers.
Absolutely loved this! I have a Stage and will rock it for a year and then see how i feel. I came from the Helix and in terms of amp tone and feel, it is simply better on all metrics.
Weird thing to note: a lot of your videos have a consistent yet quiet click during the music recordings. I don't know what it is but it doesn't happen during other guitar channels I listen to, and this has happened on many of the vids I watch from you guys for over a year now. Is it perhaps a weird clipping issue when recording? Just thought you should know.
That click is annoying AF
@worshiptutorials when will we get that preset build/run through video for the FM3?
GREAT sounds guys, refreshing magical tones. However I do hear some clicks in the playing samples, not sure if there's something wrong with your recording tracks? Anyway, first time I came across your videos, I'm here to stay. Cheers!
One way I go about kind of replicating stereo effects in front of a single amp throw a mono analog delay in front of the amp at a 1/4 note and have my stereo dotted 8th delay after the amp and run stereo cabs paned left and right. Not exactly the same but kind of gives the same effect with the modulated analog delay hitting the front of the amp and you still get the awesome stereo image.
Why does every sound have a consistent click? Is it a UA-cam compression thing or is that actually how it was recorded?
Good stuff fellas. Thanks for doing this.
I like the comment that you have a POD HD500X in your studio. Any chance you'll be making some patches for those of us still using the 500X?
i was thinking of switching to kemper or fractal, but david hislops new helix preset completely changed the game for helix
Fm3 with 6 And pedal vs Kemper vs helix. Who has best Amps? Who has best effects? Who has best usability?
espero poder antes de eu morrer comprar um fractal desse... ia ser feliz demais rs
Vai sim cara. Só planejar! Também quero muito! 💪
@@mercigoku comprei uma ge 200 e tô feliz rs comprar pelo menos um LINE 6 Go lá, uns 5 mil dra pra fazer rs 10 da fractal e mais difícil rs
Kemper has the Kabinet now to try and give you the "amp in the room" feel... What do you believe is the best option for a speaker for live gigging for the FM3?
I play mostly through headphones. Which unit do you think is best for clean sounds using headphones? Thank fred
Have a look at the simplfier deluxe ! All analog and sounds incredible. Only reverb though.
Hi buddy thanx for the amazing videos i have a gig on Saturday im
playing though a self power monitor and FOH left goes to the FOH right
to moni. how do i sett up the delay or which one i need to use a stereo
or mono. using the FM3 Thanks
Two years later and a couple of fire ware update and Cygnus whatever it’s called. And the fm 3 is even better such an amazing piece of gear all you need to have everything you could ever want is an fm3 and then a digitech drop pedal and then a whammy pedal You could use those functions on the fm3 but the digital capo lags so if you play fast it won’t feel right same with the whammy but thre whammy is more usable
Excited for this: "Fractal FM3 Preset build video: COMING SOON!"
Great tones here!
Great demo! I liked the FM3 but in the end, I preferred the Iridium with a few pedals. This is a great time to play guitar, so many great options!
Hi Great videos how do you set up your FM3 for in ear’s purpose
When are you going to have the preset built video up?
How about 2 FM3s if you wanted dual amps? Would they sync up similarly to the way it would with an fc6?
An Axe-FX 3 would be a much better solution than 2 FM3’s.
What about straight ahead rock tones or any fusion sounds?
did you build that on Warmoth? lol that's a cool guitar. I am considering a moon caster neck on my new guitar build.
Why might someone choose this over the Kemper stage? Or vice versa.
Some might prefer the amp sounds in Fractal (like me). Fractal’s effects are better as well.
On the other hand, some might prefer the amp tones in Kemper (like Bradford).
FM3 is also quite a bit cheaper than a Kemper.
@@worshiptutorials I love FM3...I didn't love AX8. sold my kemper(s) and don't regret it.....yet.
What do you do about tap/tempo with this setup?
HELP ME!!!, Can I use the FM3 like a mixer?... Can I get the PA signal into de FM3 and hear it in my headphones?
I have a partial answer for you but you might check with the forums on Fractal's website, they're very knowledgeable and helpful. You can use input 2 to bring sounds from a mixer into the unit (if you're not using it as an FX in) and then choose which output to connect it to. The problem is output 1 is connected to both the XLR out and the headphones, so if you brought those mixer sounds "into your headphones" but you were planning to send only the guitar signal out to the speaker, I think you can't do that in as straightforward of a way (mix of guitar and the mixer sound would go to output 1). However, I think if you set it up to send only guitar to output 2, and your guitar + mixer signal from input 2 to go to output 1, you could have your full mix in your headphones while sending only guitar to the board. Probably a cleaner solution overall is to send the FM3 signal straight to the mixer via output 1, and then use an output from the mixer as your headphone source.
I guess this is a huge update from the AX8 ? I'm considering on replacing the AX8 for live use.
Hello guys, really cool presets. Are the presets on the site optimized for live playing or for a studio environment?
Thanks! And yes :). They'll work great in both environments.
Do other pedals sound good through the effects loop? Like if you add an h9 or something since Fm3 doesn't have a lot of blocks
Very cool little (relatively at least) pedal! How is it set for acoustic amps? I’m using a Taylor T5Z through a L-6 pedal and like the ability to tap a button, flip the switch and I’m ready for acoustic or electric.
Great video Any presets for Fractal FX8 Mark II? God bless you
I'm a Fractal newbie. If I want to use it only for the effects do I plug it into the front of the amp or the effects loop? Thanks!
That depends, ha. If you’re using drives or compression, you’ll probably want to put it in front of the amp. But if you’re using wet effects or modulation, it would depend on whether you like those effects in front of the amp or after it - both sound good but pretty different.
Yey! More tutorials!
How does this unit compare to the Stomp? I just the invitation to purchase but not sure what to do!
I just took the stomp back and ordered this
There is no tone match in the FM3, dudes.
I was just going to comment this
you have line 6 and kemper buy why not boss pedals?
No link came up guys?
Just got my FM3. So, coming from both a Helix and Kemper background I'm familiar with snapshots and performance modes. Scenes,....I'm finding that you can't change the perameters of an effect in one scene to another scene. Is this correct? And, I'm guessing that the only possible way to accomplish this is to use the 4 "channels" on the FM3?
Fractal products are definately harder to master in my opinion.
Thanks for any help!
.....Greg with The Church of The Highlands in AL.
Also...I'm using my Helix still every Sunday because I haven't figured out the FM3 as of yet.
Yep. 4 Channels with everything different, selectable per scene.
To change parameters of a block (without changing channels), you can use the control switches. Just map a parameter to a control switch and assign the min and max values.
Control switches can then be assigned to a button or turned on/off in scenes (or both). We use control switch 1 in our presets to increase the gain on the amp.
@@worshiptutorials Yep. There's that also. And scene controls. That's a knob you can assign to a parameter and set per scene. There's 4 of those.
Love you guys you rock
I am not into P&W music at all, I find the amps weak, and the effects way too wet. I do however, watch all your videos related to these products, kemper, helix, axefx etc. I find your opinions valid and informative. You discuss cons of each unit, instead of just pros. I find both of you to be honest and likeable. Keep up the good work, and ease up on the delay, one is enough.
That clean tone sold this ti me
Here's the deal though, djent guys like those washy reverb and delay sounds too. You hear some killer ambient tones in Djent music!
As someone who plays both, I agree!
Yes no problem Brian... "Like and Support and Subscribe" I have been doing that for 2 years
So it is stereo out ?
What would you recommend if I wanted the best amp sound/experience running my pedal board in to it? Stomp, kemper, or the FM3?
Would probably depend on what pedals you’re using. If you’ve got pedals designed to go into an FX loop and not in front of the amp, you would need to make sure that whatever you decide on supports that.
I started using the Iridium with my board and I’m digging it.
fm3 or helix? Whats your thoughts?
You guys should do a demo with a real amp and pedals sometime. I think at this point everyone has forgotten what the real thing sounds like. Would be nice to hear it as a reference to all the digital stuff.
I’ve been on the waitlist for over nine months and still nothing
I use the BOSS GT1000 for the "feel".
I will try to keep this short: FABULOUS!
Getting closer to Heaven’s tools! 💟✝️🏴🇬🇧🇺🇸🏴🎸👨🏼⚕️🎸
I love your electric!
*Electrics*
Do I need a PC to change the parameters?
You can do the editing from the unit so no pc is required. It is easier with a computer though :)
the sound quality in fractal is a way better then line 6 or other unit's
Why do u have so many multi fx units?
I definitely share Bradford's mindset of taking a preset or patch and running with it. That's why I like the Kemper (stage). There's a sense of freedom for me when I can easily build a Kemper performance and trust it, rather than go into option paralasys and tweak for an hour and (due to user error), end up with something that doesn't sound as good as the original sound.
Fractal has a tab in the amp and drive blocks called 'Authentic', which only shows you the controls that are on the real-world versions of the amps and pedals. It's a really nice feature for users who don't want to deep dive.
Many people talk about the deep editing options in Fractal products as a negative, but you don't ever have to touch them. By default, the deep options in the amp and effects models are set to accurately model the way the actual amps and effects are built. It's only if you want to change something about the real-world counterpart that you need to access the rabbit hole :).
I DO adore my Kemper but I think I have bigger problems....I think I need both!!
cool insights, thanks! I'm a Helix Floor user, but I still wish the HX Stomp had 8 snapshots... that tiny unit in impressive
What does a "worship" band play? I assume you play at Church? I see a lot of worship channels on here and they all seem to love ambient, rerverby sounds. Do you play songs with a singer?
Yes these sounds are generally used in actual songs by bands/churches like Bethel, Elevation, Hillsong, etc.
Hi guys love the channel very much. But I think you should invest in a headrush pedalboard, as some us in the praise and worship community use them to. Have a great day
Ha! Like the Seinfeld reference lol Drakes!
Bought an FM3 and just couldn't get decent tones through a 4 x 12 high end cabinet. Not interested in playing through FRFR speakers and honestly I bought a Boss Katana head that was way easier to get useful tones from. FM3 was Far to complex and time consuming IMO. I'll keep the Katana plus my Marshall Jubilee stack and my ADA Mp1 rack setup for all the tones I need. Took a bath on resale value as well. No more modelers for me
reviews FM3+FC6 and FM3+FC12
i know this is a controversial question but personally, do you find the amp models and effects in the fm3 or fractal products in general better than the line 6 products especially helix?
I'd say the Fractal amps have a slight edge. And maybe some of the effects to a certain extent. But the units aren't as flexible and usable as the Line 6 products. L6's desktop editor is way more intuitive than the Fractal stuff. And the amount of flexibility the L6 has is almost untouchable. So for every pro in one column, there's a con in the other.
Bradford Mitchell really? just a slight edge? i have a hd500x and my friend has an axe8 and the amps and effects just sound better in the axe8..so you’re saying there’s a significant improvement with the helix compared to the hd500x? i’m sorry if i’m asking too much but i’m planning to upgrade my pedalboard and i don’t know anyone who has the helix or axe fx 3 so i can’t really compare them myself
Elisha John Dangat oh yeah. Helix is a massive upgrade from the HD500.
Elisha you must compare fractal stuff with helix stuff. My two cents: fractal is better, not so much but clearly better. Helix is way more usable and intuitive though.
Michele Vicidomini yeah that’s why i asked bradford if there’s a significant improvement from the pod hd500x to the helix when it comes to amp modeling and effects because that’s the most important thing to me, sound quality..i kinda know that fractal stuff are not as flexible like you can’t really do dual amps on stereo but i’m kinda curious about helix being more intuitive..so is it pretty hard to create a patch with fractal even with the desktop editor?
Yes Bradford there is alot in there that I dont care for but I like watching you guys and learning.
Would be good if you guys had a go at demonstrating other gear. Like for instance I am soon to purchase the Joyo Gem Box III which is a full rig.
I just got mine it’s sounds incredible BUT I have a Kemper Stage too BUT Kemper is better sounds more real! The Fractal FM3 cost $999 and Kemper Stage $1,700 so big different 💰! Both units are amazing
Is that for giveaway?
Fm3 looks similar size to my headrush gigboard is that about right?
Edge of breakup AC30 with modulated delay… so basically The Edge
I kinda notice the guy in the hat gets talked over often 18:15 22:56
True... But this is been brought up in other videos before, and the guy in the hat(Bradford) doesn't mind. They are just friends having a conversation about gear.
Ari Raphiel Yes. I would like to hear his (the guy in the hat) thoughts uninterrupted.
Nice one 🤗. Like+support ☺️
But the Kemper LOOKS so much better Dx that's the only thing holding me back from deciding....
Better than the FM3? Ha I suppose it’s all subjective. I think the Kemper would have looked dated even in the 80’s 😂.
I'm wanting g a fractal fm3 so bad but can't right now. Single dad , and laid off since covid. IF God's will is for me to play a fm3 it will be revealed somehow
C'mon Matt Picone ...you could put a little sub routine in there for stereo bro ....
I’m an atheist (not anti-theist, there is a difference) but music feels like my connection to God.
Watching this now and now the FM9 😂
Excellent video. Give me that invitation!!!
First chord at 5:29...no thanks. I’ll keep my AC-30. Cleans at 5:54 are nice.
that's a dirt sound with a Fulldrive. It's pretty spot-on to me haha Not my favorite sound personally but it nails it 🤷🏻♂️😎
So the line 6 helix is still the most logical as it can pretty much do everything that all these units can’t do, i wonder what the new helix will do maybe a complete game changer who knows i thing they are all pretty good but still not quite the same as an analog Amp with pedals but they are getting closer and a i say this because of the feel when you play ,can’t explain it but i feel the difference when i a/b them .
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The one thing I don’t like in PW is there’s too much generic ambient sounds that mask the guitar for what it is. David Gilmour was a master of great sounds who didn’t get buried.
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FGS I just want to hear the effing sounds and how to use it
We have chapter markers across the bottom so you can jump to playing samples.
To learn how to use it, Fractal has the manual available for download on their site.