Fractal Audio FX8 - Setup for PRE Effects Only

13
3 : SETUP GUIDE
SIGNAL FLOW:
Here, signal ows out from the GUITAR to the IN [PRE] of the FX8. It is processed by the eects—all designated
as “PRE”—and then routed to OUT [PRE] LEFT, which is connected via Humbuster™ cable to the guitar
INPUT of your amplier. (You could easily connect OUT [PRE] Right to the input of a second amp for stereo.)
A combo is shown, but a head with a separate speaker cabinet is equally suitable for this setup.
Humbuster™ cables help reduce ground loop hum. See “Humbuster Cables” on page 4 for details.
The FX8 is connected to a grounded AC outlet.
This is also a great way to connect the FX8 to an Axe-Fx. Use the FX8 for PRE eects and the Axe-Fx for amp
and cab sims, and POST eects. Add MIDI cable and the FX8 can even select Axe-Fx presets.
Here the FX8 is used in a simple setup with PRE eects only (between guitar and amp) with presets presumably
congured so all eects are PRE. This is exactly like using traditional guitar pedals—with the exception that
there are no batteries or short cables to fail ;-)
Find factory presets for this type of setup in Banks A and B.
SETUP FOR PRE EFFECTS ONLY
Connect OUT [PRE] R to a
second amp for stereo (oponal)
Comb
Comb 50
OUT
[PRE]
L
INPUT
Optionally connect 1–2 optional expression pedals such as Fractal Audio Systems EV-1 .