Fractal FC-6 - 1 Introduction; Welcome to the FC

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1 INTRODUCTION
The new FC-6 and FC-12 Foot Controllers for the Axe-Fx III are the perfect way to control your performances with
the world’s most powerful guitar processor. Our latest-generation controllers offer an impressive suite of features
and capabilities, incorporating years of innovation and customer feedback. They look great too, making an
attractive addition to your home, studio or stage.
The FC-12 and FC-6 are easy to use while still granting extreme flexibility. For those who want simplicity, the
units are virtually plug-and-play. Use the “Master Layout Menu” to select from “Layouts.” Layouts are like pages
of footswitches arranged in familiar and intuitive ways, and they make the FC seem like multiple foot controllers
in one. In each layout, every footswitch can have separate “Tap” and “Hold” functions. LED rings change color to
show switch category and status (on/off/dim). At the same time, “smart” mini-LCDs eliminate guesswork (and the
need for tape or magnets) with an automatic label for each switch.
For simple changes, use “EZ Mode” to set up or modify footswitches in seconds. Just tap the switch and set
a few simple Axe-Fx III parameters to select from the many different ways to control presets, banks, scenes,
effects, channels, tuner, tap tempo, looper controls, control switches, and more. Such simplicity does not come
at the cost of flexibility. Creative users can set up custom control with ease. You can modify layouts with any
arrangement of Tap and Hold functions, change colors, customize mini-display text, and more. You can even
override the functions of individual footswitches on a per-preset basis!
For the pro player with a “tech” supporting them off stage, “Mirroring” capability allows on-stage and off-stage
FC units to follow each other completely without dual programming. This is better than vintage “master-slave”
technology in that both units are effectively the master: any change on either unit is reflected on both.
One standard XLR cable provides two-way communication between the FC and Axe-Fx III over our new FASLINK™II
standard. More efcient than MIDI and more rugged than Ethernet, this format is worthy of the most challenging
conditions. A FASLINK II thru port on every FC allows you to daisy-chain up to four FC units for bigger rigs.
FASLINK II even powers your rst FC, while an AC adapter is required for any daisy-chained units.
Each FC controller has four 1/4" jacks for connecting expression pedals such as the Fractal Audio EV, and another
two 1/4" jacks for connecting up to four external switches. Pedals and switches can be used in the Axe-Fx III for a
range of global and modier options.
Enjoy the FC Controller and thank you for choosing Fractal Audio Systems.
WELCOME TO THE FC
1 INTRODUCTION