It’s nice to see your journey as a new user explaining what you need the unit to do and how you got it to work for you. Don’t be afraid to sound like a noob as you figure things out and learn as you go, that’s very helpful and educational to new users as we can relate to what you are going thru and we want to learn the same things you are learning! Keep posting your progress as you create your new sounds and layouts. We already know you are a great player 👍🏻 we also know you are a cool and humble guy for not trying to sound smarter than everyone else but showing us how you are figuring things out. It’s a great incentive to everyone else new to the fractal ecosystem! Keep those vids coming brother!
@@x3a3x3 man what a nice comment! Thank you so much thaylt really means a lot. I try to come across as a real person. I'm no genius or musically educated expert. Just a working man finding his way around these things! Lol
@@SteveSterlacci you are a solid dude! I’m still using my fm3 as I wait for the invite email for my FM9. I used to play modern county too, but at the moment Im only playing P&W music at church and don’t need many different hi gain amp sounds, but we use lots of delays and reverbs, swells, etc. I saw that the FM9 has some improvements in that area over the fm3, can’t wait to check the new features!
Very sensible updates to the factory layouts - I've copied this to my FM9. Thanks for doing the hard work, Steve! Edit - I just updated it so that on the switch that you have going back and forth between scenes and effects, I've added a hold function that takes me back to the presets. Best of all worlds!
I took a tip from G66 there are two videos that tells you what you want to do for a live situation. The layout I like is layout 2 where you can tap presets, effects, and scenes, top row. 4 scenes, a more button, and still have the tap tempo on the bottom row. Since I got this unit 2 weeks ago and I opened it Christmas Day I've been so fascinated but what you can do with it. Another thing is you have global layouts, but you can also on let's say a few presets you can override a button for a particular function. The flexibility of having global and able to override a button in a few presets really takes it to the next level.
@@SteveSterlacci You might consider using Layout Links to automatically switch to your scenes layout once you select your preset. This saves you the rocking motion press and the scenes press... (assuming you didn't accidently select a wrong preset)...
Great video and excellent explanation. The more I watch your videos about the FM9, the more it seems like the unit is not that difficult to operate. This unit and the Helix are on top of my list. After watching the videos about both, I may choose the FM9. More and more people claim that the amps, fx, etc of the FM9 sound better. And with these kind of instructions, operating the unit will be easy. I hope to receive a mail from Fractal soon, I am still on the waiting list.
At this point, its hard to argue against an fm9. Helix is getting older and could be replaced within 2 years. But also, i could use my helix as is until the day i die and be perfectly happy never upgrading.
Dooood Very classy edutainment video. Nicely composed - lots of great info - awesome delivery. Keep up the great work! I have to give this a shot with my P&W preset, etc. Thanks so much for taking the time to share this with us! -Scott
Great video! Also take a look at Layout Links, so when you select a preset it takes you to Scenes layout automatically (or any other layout you want). Very handy.
@@SteveSterlacci When you're editing a switch in FM9-Edit, there's a Edit Links button on the right. So for every Switch in the Preset layout, you can set a Layout Link to the Scenes layout. You can set it to change layouts in the FM9 or FC6/FC12 when you have one connected.
Hi Steve I have had my FM9 for 3 months now. Still using my Helix live. I find the tap dancing between banks and scenes too lengthy. I would love to setup the FM9 foot switches similar to the Helix e.g. Two right buttons preset up down. Bottom row left to right 4 buttons for scenes (1 to 4) next tuner (5). Bank down (6). Top row right Bank Up (7). The other two (8 and 9) to assign things like boost. Have you seen anyone do this. Learning the FM9 after the Helix has been quite challenging, the basic setout grid is fine. Just can’t get this button stuff to work. I use a preset per song. Thanks for your videos. They always help, I am 71 so not as savvy as I used to be. Mike 😅
Apologies if I've missed you weighing in on this somewhere else, but wondering what your opinion is on the sounds you can get with the FM9 vs what you can get with the helix, irrespective of other considerations - UI, ease of use, etc. Straight up, head to head, does one have an advantage in tone/touch/realism etc? I've been using a helix for a couple of years, and will probably be happy with it if it's the last thing I ever buy, but I am on the FM9 waiting list, and am curious about the fractal stuff. I'm really only interested in modelers, as I don't have a roomful of amps, so no real reason to look at the Quad Cortex or Kemper. So for me it's just the Helix and Fractal, and I have more faith in your ability to be completely unbiased and honest than any other youtuber, because of previous videos, and our interactions in the Helix Facebook user group (you've helped me a few times!), so looking forward to hearing what your thoughts are, assuming you are at a point where you're ready to make a call like that.
Hey Roger! Thanks for the kind words and support. So, at the moment, Helix is still the best overall gigging option. Fractal has better sounds out of the box, the cabinet section in particular is where it shines IMO. BUT, listen back to clips of yourself playing both, and you wont think one is better than the other lol. I have gone back to helix expecting it to sound like total poo, then after I plug in, I actually love the sound. Its like anything. One day your ears want this, another day they want that...
Great vid Steve. I will def try this on mine. This thing is def not as easy as Helix however the quality and sounds out of the box are much nicer. Quick question, on the Helix u can store your own presets on a separate bank or area from the factory, is that possible on this? Otherwise I have to go to preset 383 before i reach empty slots?
Thanks for the video Steve. I am a helix user in my duo, and I’m on the wait list in Australia for my FM9 so seeing your videos in your transition from Helix is really helpful. Like you I have a preset for each song on our playlist and use snapshots for each part in the song. Is the FM9 better for live music than the Helix in your view?
Hey Mike! Thanks for watching and checking it out. Honestly, the Helix is still ahead in terms of gigging. It can definitely sound just as good but takes more work. I am working on that video now!
Steve have problems with FM9 holding it's tone together when it get loud to gigging level. I have an EV50 PA. I have just tried everything and I might be going insane. I feel the XR signal is super hot. I have tried changing the input level and lowering the output knob but I can't find the secret sauce. Any ideas ? Thank you !
I was using that one too, but I was getting annoyed only having access to 4 scenes at a time. This works better for me and feels more familiar like the Helix IMO. You can also set your default layout to always pop up at scenes too
Hm. You're the first to comment something like this. My intent was that its totally up to the user. So my use case may not be the same as others... thats why i structured it this way. Thanks for checking it out by the way
@@SteveSterlacci love your videos and have watched a ton of them. just that sometimes these pedals are so complex in their configurations, it would seem to make sense to start with "i need this pedal to do xyzlmp and this is how i'm going to do it". that way the viewer knows what you're trying to achieve before the end. i just think it makes sometimes complex subjects a lot easier to navigate. just added my name to the fm9 turbo waitlist. fingers crossed! thanks again for all the great content, steve!
What do you want to see from the FM9 in future videos?!
A simple tutorial about how to set up two amps and switch between them. I'm not really getting how the shunts work...
Can do!
It’s nice to see your journey as a new user explaining what you need the unit to do and how you got it to work for you. Don’t be afraid to sound like a noob as you figure things out and learn as you go, that’s very helpful and educational to new users as we can relate to what you are going thru and we want to learn the same things you are learning! Keep posting your progress as you create your new sounds and layouts. We already know you are a great player 👍🏻 we also know you are a cool and humble guy for not trying to sound smarter than everyone else but showing us how you are figuring things out. It’s a great incentive to everyone else new to the fractal ecosystem! Keep those vids coming brother!
@@x3a3x3 man what a nice comment! Thank you so much thaylt really means a lot. I try to come across as a real person. I'm no genius or musically educated expert. Just a working man finding his way around these things! Lol
@@SteveSterlacci you are a solid dude! I’m still using my fm3 as I wait for the invite email for my FM9. I used to play modern county too, but at the moment Im only playing P&W music at church and don’t need many different hi gain amp sounds, but we use lots of delays and reverbs, swells, etc. I saw that the FM9 has some improvements in that area over the fm3, can’t wait to check the new features!
Exactly -EXACTLY what I needed to see because my situation is just like yours.
Awesome ! Glad to help
Very sensible updates to the factory layouts - I've copied this to my FM9. Thanks for doing the hard work, Steve!
Edit - I just updated it so that on the switch that you have going back and forth between scenes and effects, I've added a hold function that takes me back to the presets. Best of all worlds!
Just got my FM9 Turbo after 13mo on the waiting list. I'm mind blown and overwhelmed at the same time
Me every day with this thing 🤣🤣🤣
great vid, also like your adjustments, going to incorporate 👍
Thanks Derek!
Thank you for this video! Just got an FM9 after years of using an AX8 and this makes the setup much clearer.
Glad to help Norm!
Thank you so much. I knew there was a way. This is the simple thing i was looking for - 'stomp box' mode.
Glad to help!
Thanks Steve, your instructional videos are always very well explained.
Thank you! That means a lot 🤘🤘🤘
I took a tip from G66 there are two videos that tells you what you want to do for a live situation. The layout I like is layout 2 where you can tap presets, effects, and scenes, top row. 4 scenes, a more button, and still have the tap tempo on the bottom row. Since I got this unit 2 weeks ago and I opened it Christmas Day I've been so fascinated but what you can do with it. Another thing is you have global layouts, but you can also on let's say a few presets you can override a button for a particular function. The flexibility of having global and able to override a button in a few presets really takes it to the next level.
Absolutely! Limitless...
This is great! Very clear and helpful. I didn't know how to do this. I just chose the OMG9 layout and didn't mess with it.
Thanks David! I was doing the same until I discovered it. Much more helpful IMO
@@SteveSterlacci You might consider using Layout Links to automatically switch to your scenes layout once you select your preset. This saves you the rocking motion press and the scenes press... (assuming you didn't accidently select a wrong preset)...
Great suggestions. Just got my FM9 and looking for live performance pro tips just like this.
Glad to help! I have a few more coming soon too
Thanks
Helped me get going
Glad to help!
Great video and excellent explanation. The more I watch your videos about the FM9, the more it seems like the unit is not that difficult to operate. This unit and the Helix are on top of my list. After watching the videos about both, I may choose the FM9. More and more people claim that the amps, fx, etc of the FM9 sound better. And with these kind of instructions, operating the unit will be easy. I hope to receive a mail from Fractal soon, I am still on the waiting list.
At this point, its hard to argue against an fm9. Helix is getting older and could be replaced within 2 years. But also, i could use my helix as is until the day i die and be perfectly happy never upgrading.
Awesome tutorial! Thanks as always
Dooood
Very classy edutainment video.
Nicely composed - lots of great info - awesome delivery.
Keep up the great work!
I have to give this a shot with my P&W preset, etc.
Thanks so much for taking the time to share this with us!
-Scott
I appreciate you watching and commenting Scott! Hope to have earned your sub. Plenty more vids coming!
@@SteveSterlacci Just realized it would be awesome to see some "for-purchase" presets for the FM9.
🙂
@@unclescott8792 I'll work on it!! Thanks again for watching 😄
Excellent tips bro
Great video! Also take a look at Layout Links, so when you select a preset it takes you to Scenes layout automatically (or any other layout you want). Very handy.
Thank you!!! How do I do this?! Lol I haven't seen it in the menu diving
@@SteveSterlacci When you're editing a switch in FM9-Edit, there's a Edit Links button on the right. So for every Switch in the Preset layout, you can set a Layout Link to the Scenes layout. You can set it to change layouts in the FM9 or FC6/FC12 when you have one connected.
Cool video Steve
Thanks Jim!
Very logical setup!
works for me! Thanks for checking it out
Hi Steve I have had my FM9 for 3 months now. Still using my Helix live. I find the tap dancing between banks and scenes too lengthy. I would love to setup the FM9 foot switches similar to the Helix e.g. Two right buttons preset up down. Bottom row left to right 4 buttons for scenes (1 to 4) next tuner (5). Bank down (6). Top row right Bank Up (7). The other two (8 and 9) to assign things like boost. Have you seen anyone do this. Learning the FM9 after the Helix has been quite challenging, the basic setout grid is fine. Just can’t get this button stuff to work. I use a preset per song. Thanks for your videos. They always help, I am 71 so not as savvy as I used to be. Mike 😅
Apologies if I've missed you weighing in on this somewhere else, but wondering what your opinion is on the sounds you can get with the FM9 vs what you can get with the helix, irrespective of other considerations - UI, ease of use, etc. Straight up, head to head, does one have an advantage in tone/touch/realism etc?
I've been using a helix for a couple of years, and will probably be happy with it if it's the last thing I ever buy, but I am on the FM9 waiting list, and am curious about the fractal stuff. I'm really only interested in modelers, as I don't have a roomful of amps, so no real reason to look at the Quad Cortex or Kemper. So for me it's just the Helix and Fractal, and I have more faith in your ability to be completely unbiased and honest than any other youtuber, because of previous videos, and our interactions in the Helix Facebook user group (you've helped me a few times!), so looking forward to hearing what your thoughts are, assuming you are at a point where you're ready to make a call like that.
Hey Roger! Thanks for the kind words and support. So, at the moment, Helix is still the best overall gigging option. Fractal has better sounds out of the box, the cabinet section in particular is where it shines IMO. BUT, listen back to clips of yourself playing both, and you wont think one is better than the other lol. I have gone back to helix expecting it to sound like total poo, then after I plug in, I actually love the sound. Its like anything. One day your ears want this, another day they want that...
Great vid Steve. I will def try this on mine. This thing is def not as easy as Helix however the quality and sounds out of the box are much nicer. Quick question, on the Helix u can store your own presets on a separate bank or area from the factory, is that possible on this? Otherwise I have to go to preset 383 before i reach empty slots?
They did add this in the Axe FX 3. I am hoping it makes its way to the FM9
Nice job !
Thanks tom!
Thanks for the video Steve. I am a helix user in my duo, and I’m on the wait list in Australia for my FM9 so seeing your videos in your transition from Helix is really helpful. Like you I have a preset for each song on our playlist and use snapshots for each part in the song. Is the FM9 better for live music than the Helix in your view?
Hey Mike! Thanks for watching and checking it out. Honestly, the Helix is still ahead in terms of gigging. It can definitely sound just as good but takes more work. I am working on that video now!
@@SteveSterlacci wow Thanks for the quick response Steve. Watching you other FM9 videos right now. Cheers
Any time! Glad to help any time
Steve have problems with FM9 holding it's tone together when it get loud to gigging level. I have an EV50 PA. I have just tried everything and I might be going insane. I feel the XR signal is super hot. I have tried changing the input level and lowering the output knob but I can't find the secret sauce. Any ideas ? Thank you !
UR Great Hallo from Italy 👍👍
I'm still trying to figure out the fostex 4 track recorder
I used tascams 😂
I went with the OMG9 layout but I set it up where as soon as I choose a preset it goes straight to my scenes. I got used to that on the Helix.
I was using that one too, but I was getting annoyed only having access to 4 scenes at a time. This works better for me and feels more familiar like the Helix IMO. You can also set your default layout to always pop up at scenes too
@@SteveSterlacci gotcha! Yea I set mine up where each preset is a song and I rarely have more than 4 scenes per song.
Thats a good workflow! You can also just customize 1 button to take you to a specific preset. Its cool that you can customize it however you want
@@SteveSterlacci if the FM9 was as easy to work on as the Helix it would be, IMO, the best modeler out.
That and the open format when making presets keeps helix as the best for me. I also hate that they pre assign fx stomp boxes
🤘🏻🎶🤘🏻
Hi! I cant access master layout by holding 2 right footswitches can you help me? Thank you!
You have to "roll". Press heel first then toe down
@@SteveSterlacci I do it but it is not working, maybe last user Change some settings?
@@Nick-je8bq very possible. I would factory reset if i bought a used one
i think this would be explained more easily if you discussed the use case first; what you're trying to achieve on stage.
Hm. You're the first to comment something like this. My intent was that its totally up to the user. So my use case may not be the same as others... thats why i structured it this way. Thanks for checking it out by the way
@@SteveSterlacci love your videos and have watched a ton of them. just that sometimes these pedals are so complex in their configurations, it would seem to make sense to start with "i need this pedal to do xyzlmp and this is how i'm going to do it". that way the viewer knows what you're trying to achieve before the end. i just think it makes sometimes complex subjects a lot easier to navigate. just added my name to the fm9 turbo waitlist. fingers crossed! thanks again for all the great content, steve!
Thank you for the support and the feedback! Will keep it in mind. Hopefully your name comes up soon
Why my tap tempo does not change delay time when I tap fast and slow??😢
You have to set the time parameter to sync with the tap
@@SteveSterlacci questo l’avevo immaginato se potevi dirmi come fare 😅😅
Copied this layout plus a few changes. Automatically taken to scenes when a preset is selected.. Added hold for boost on most scenes