Fractal Talk

[Boudoir Guitar]

So does that mean *if* you want or need to use an IR Block, that leaves only 3 other Blocks for EFX ? Apologies if I'm misunderstanding this (?)

I mean, I get that he didn't color code his response. But surely you can compute 4-1 without needing to confirm your answer?

 

[Orvillain]

 

[Eagle]

I totally disagree.

One IR per amp? What if you like SM57 and I like M160 mic? Who gets what they want?

Just because you use only a small selection of what's there is irrelevant because that's for you, not for me or the next guy.

There are many options because each person has their own small subset that make sense for their use case.

You have to look at the bigger picture...

Including them on the website not on the device.

 

[paisleywookiee]

Man, I installed iPadOS 26 today, and dude, it’s killer. Literally the only fucking reason I need a laptop at this point is for FM9-Edit. I wish they’d do it, even though obviously it’d require a USB cable.

 

[Mongillo19]

Man, I installed iPadOS 26 today, and dude, it’s killer. Literally the only fucking reason I need a laptop at this point is for FM9-Edit. I wish they’d do it, even though obviously it’d require a USB cable.

Hopefully that's a lock for Gen IV (not that it helps you now obviously )

 

[paisleywookiee]

Hopefully that's a lock for Gen IV (not that it helps you know obviously )

Yeah, I mean I hope they do that next time. FracPad is a nice idea, but not stable for me.

 

[deathbyguitar]

I have a feeling that the next gen units are going to primarily focus on adding more features than anything else. I'd love to see them add mic pres and more I/O in general so the thing could process guitars, bass and vocals all in one box to send to IEMs and FOH all using one unit. Then you wouldn't need to have a mixer in your rack for such a thing.

 

[Mikael Dez]

Think I’ve found the one reason the VP4 is not a good audio interface candidate, unless I’m doing something wrong. At 0db/ flat preset output, it’s way too loud to play during quiet hours. If I turn that volume down enough to monitor at an acceptable volume, the signal becomes too weak for Logic. My solution now is using the VP4 as input and my Scarlett Solo as output for recording which I guess is just accomplishing the same thing at the end of the day. I am admittedly dumb af when it comes to this stuff though, it could be me.

 

[Mongillo19]

Think I’ve found the one reason the VP4 is not a good audio interface candidate, unless I’m doing something wrong. At 0db/ flat preset output, it’s way too loud to play during quiet hours. If I turn that volume down enough to monitor at an acceptable volume, the signal becomes too weak for Logic. My solution now is using the VP4 as input and my Scarlett Solo as output for recording which I guess is just accomplishing the same thing at the end of the day. I am admittedly dumb af when it comes to this stuff though, it could be me.

Yeah its an issue for any digital modeler used as interface. With AIs you can adjust the input gain.

Always best to have a dedicated AI imo

 

[Mikael Dez]

Yeah its an issue for any digital modeler used as interface. With AIs you can adjust the input gain.

Always best to have a dedicated AI imo

I need to get an SPDIF interface

 

[Mongillo19]

I need to get an SPDIF interface

I've never dabbled with SPDIF. Could be an answer. I use Audient EVO8

 

[KingsXJJ]

Yknow... I am thinking of selling my VP4 and Axe FX III. Again I'm looking at how much I actually use of their capabilities, and how often I use them... and I really don't. Not to the level they deserve.

Actually these days... a volume, wah, delay, and reverb ... seems to be about as much as I need. And So I'm using my Lehle, bb535, Nemesis, and Golden ... and tbh that covers 95% of the tones I need.

The Fractal stuff, as good as it is... just really expensive paperweights for me at the moment.

Make someone else happy and sell it. Works for everyone.

 

[deathbyguitar]

I need to get an SPDIF interface

I've been using spdif for years and it's marvelous. I also wouldn't dare use any multi-effects unit as an interface if I have a dedicated interface right there. Too damn cumbersome.

 

[paisleywookiee]

The only thing annoying with SPDIF is is it coax, optical?

 

[Mikael Dez]

I've been using spdif for years and it's marvelous. I also wouldn't dare use any multi-effects unit as an interface if I have a dedicated interface right there. Too damn cumbersome.

I’m trying to avoid an unnecessary DA/AD conversion basically, for no added latency etc. Seems like a nice option to have, I wish my Scarlett had it lol

 

[deathbyguitar]

I’m trying to avoid an unnecessary DA/AD conversion basically, for no added latency etc. Seems like a nice option to have, I wish my Scarlett had it lol

Might be time for an upgrade, then. SPIDIF has been great for my keeping my neuroticism at bay. That and a nice Mogami Gold 10 ft cable.

 

[Mikael Dez]

Might be time for an upgrade, then. SPIDIF has been great for my keeping my neuroticism at bay. That and a nice Mogami Gold 10 ft cable.

I’ll likely get the Scarlett 16i16 for Christmas

 

[paisleywookiee]

I’ll likely get the Scarlett 16i16 for Christmas

Don’t the Claret series have SPDIF?

 

[Mikael Dez]

Don’t the Claret series have SPDIF?

They do and they’re more expensive by $200

 

[paisleywookiee]

They do and they’re more expensive by $200

Yeah noticed that.