Setup For Pre Effects Only - Fractal Audio FX8 Owner's Manual

SETUP FOR PRE EFFECTS ONLY

Here the FX8 is used in a simple setup with PRE effects only (between guitar and amp) with presets presumably
configured so all effects 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.
Optionally connect 1–2 optional expression pedals such as Fractal Audio Systems EV-1 .
SIGNAL FLOW:
Here, signal flows out from the GUITAR to the IN [PRE] of the FX8. It is processed by the effects—all designated
as "PRE"—and then routed to OUT [PRE] LEFT, which is connected via Humbuster™ cable to the guitar
INPUT of your amplifier. (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
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 effects and the Axe-Fx for amp
and cab sims, and POST effects. Add MIDI cable and the FX8 can even select Axe-Fx presets.
Connect OUT [PRE] R to a
OUT
second amp for stereo (op onal)
[PRE]
L
13
INPUT
Comb 50
Comb
"Humbuster Cables" on page 4
3 : Setup GuIde
for details.