#MKIII

Fractal Audio AXE-FX III Preamp/FX Rack Processor Overview:The Axe-Fx III is the latest in our line of the world’s most powerful all-in-one processors for guitar, bass, and other instruments. This new model offers our latest “Ares” amp modeling technology, thousands of UltraRes speaker cab simulations, and state-of-the-art effect algorithms, all backed with more raw power and feature upgrades than any Fractal Audio product before. Our vision was to take the Axe-Fx to a whole new level: to create a totally redesigned platform that sounds better, does more, and is easier to use. Equipped with four processors, the Axe-Fx III contains more raw processing power than any guitar product ever made, by far.The hardware of the Axe-Fx III was designed around a streamlined new workflow. The centerpiece is a dazzling new high-contrast full-color display with 30x the resolution of previous products. This display works alongside five new endless-rotary push encoders. These “push-knobs” do different things on different pages, with labels to show dynamic functions. The end result is a user experience that’s immediately more intuitive. The display also excels at animation for meters, modifiers, and more. Better sound quality has been achieved through an audiophile-grade signal path. The difference shines through in lower noise floor, pristine clarity, and better USB audio performance than most dedicated audio interfaces. Computer audio integration now includes a professional-quality 24-bit/48k 8×8 interface. Record multiple tracks of processed audio at the same time, plus a DI. The re-amping workflow is improved with independent monitoring of backing tracks and re-processed guitar tones while you dial in a sound. Physically, the Axe-Fx III continues our tradition of combining extraordinary design with manufacturing quality rugged enough to withstand the rigors of life on the road. The unit is housed in a steel enclosure with a one-piece anodized aluminum faceplate/bezel featuring a glowing Axe-Fx III logo.The Original Axe-Fx upended the industry by being the first device for musicians to put a Military/Industrial grade DSP Into a Consumer Product. Leveraging the Power of this DSP Allowed Detail And Realism That No Other Product Had Previously Achieved. The Axe-Fx Ii Expanded On This Concept By Putting Two Of Those Same DSPs To Work. Continuing The Legacy Of This Philosophy The Axe-Fx III Harnesses The Power Of No Fewer Than Four Separate Processors.Controlling All This Power Requires An Interface To Match. A Large 800×480 Color Display Features 30 Times The Resolution Of Our Previous Model. Custom Designed To Provide More Brightness And Contrast Than “Off-Theshelf” Displays, This New Display Is Optimized For Readability In The Most Difficult Conditions.Driving The Display Is A Dedicated Graphics Accelerator Delivering Dynamic, Animated Displays. Unlike The Mostly Static Displays In Other Products, The Displays In The Axe-Fx Iii Feature Moving Knobs, Meters, Graphs And OtherDynamic Content Giving The User Valuable Visual Feedback At A Glance.Vastly Expanded Input And Output Resources Provide For Ultimate Flexibility. The Axe-Fx III Features Two Instrument Inputs: One On The Front And One On The Back With Auto-Switching Capability. Inserting A Plug Into The Front Input Jack Automatically Switches The Unit To Front Input Operation. Remove The Plug And The Unit Switches To The Rear Input. Connect Your Wireless To The Rear Input And Then Plug Into The Front Input To Tune (Using The New Tuner Display) Or Make Quick Adjustments. Unplug And You’Re Back To Jumping Around On Stage With Your Wireless. Both Inputs Feature Our Auto-Z Technology Which Simulates The Input Impedance And Subsequent Pickup Loading Of Typical Stomp Boxes.An Additional Six Analog Inputs Are Available: One Pair Of Balanced XLR 1/4″ Combo-Jacks Plus Two Pairs Of Balanced 1/4″ Inputs. Analog Output capabilities Are Similarly Impressive With Four Fully Independent Stereo Pairs: Output 1 Features Both XLR And 1/4″ Jacks For Connection To FOH, Monitors Or Other Line Level Devices. Output 2 Features A Second Set Of XLR Jacks And Outputs 3 And 4 Each Offer A Pair Of Humbuster 1/4″ Jacks.  Outputs 3 And 4 Are Designed For Unity Gain Applications Such As “The Four Cable Method” Or Dual Stereo Inserts And Can Also Be Used As General-Purpose Outputs. Digital Audio I/O is Comprised Of AES And SPDIF Inputs And Outputs. Clocking Options Include Internal Or External Via SPDIF/AES Input.Two Expression Pedal Inputs Allow For Expressive Real-Time Control Of Parameters. Our New Faslink II Provides Phantom Power And Bidirectional Communications With The Upcoming FC-6 And FC-12 Foot Controllers Over Standard XLR Microphone Cables. MIDI In, Out And A Dedicated Thru Provide Easy Integration With Other Gear In Large Stage Rigs. Extensive Midi Support Along With A Dedicated Midi Block Allows The Axe-Fx III To Be The Central Hub Of A Midi-Connected Setup.Usb In (From Axe-Fx III To Computer)