Description
ETA: 4-6 months from date of order
The FM3 Mk II Turbo is an all-in-one amp modeler, effects processor, and foot controller featuring advanced CYGNUS X2 amp modeling with over 300 models that replicate real tube amps. It includes more than 2,200 speaker cab impulse responses from the Axe-Fx III and supports custom sounds with 1,024 user locations. The MKII TURBO offers 10% more DSP for complex presets and larger footswitch mini-displays while maintaining the same features as the standard FM3.
As a multi-effects unit, it includes a wide range of state-of-the-art effects, such as drive pedals, delays, reverbs, and more. The FM3 also provides 4×4 USB Audio capability for Mac and PC, making it ideal for recording and re-amping. Its flexible foot controller features mini LCD displays and customizable functions, with options to connect external FC controllers for additional switches. The FM3 combines simplicity and versatility, making it suitable for various musical explorations.
- 10+% more DSP power than the standard FM3.
- Durable steel chassis with protective endcaps designed to withstand the rigors of touring.
- Ultra-high-quality signal path for extremely low THD and noise floor.
- Cygnus X2 Amp Modeling based on the Award-Winning Axe-Fx III
- Extensive collection of on-board speaker cab simulations, plus 1,024 memory locations for “User Cabs”
- DynaCab™ capability for visual mic-on-speaker tone sculpting (Requires firmware 7.0 or newer)
- Extremely powerful and flexible multi-FX processor capability based on Axe-Fx III
- Eight nameable “Scenes” per preset eliminate “tap dancing” and allow for quick sound changes
- Easy-to-read, precision full-screen tuner
- 4×4 USB audio capabilities allow for recording, playback, re-amping and more.
- Extremely user-friendly interface with dedicated hardware controls plus five “soft-knobs” with on-screen labels for both turn and push functions.
- Three onboard “SSS” foot switches are quiet and reliable, with no mechanical contacts to fail.
- FM3 uses the “FC” system of switches and layouts for extreme flexibility and versatility including 8+1 layouts, per-preset switches, and more.
- Two pedal jacks each allow connecting 1-2 external switches or 1 expression pedal like the Fractal Audio EV-1 or EV-2.
- Input 1 is ultra-low noise, with a 1/4” mono Instrument input featuring “Secret Sauce IV” for optimized signal from your guitar or bass.
- Output 1 is Stereo, with Balanced XLR jacks, plus a stereo headphone out.
- Stereo Input 2 and Stereo Output 2 can be used together as an FX loop, or individually as aux in/out for a range of flexible setups including 4CM, FRFR+Guitar Speaker backline, and more.
- FM3-Edit is a free software editor which brings extensive editing capabilities to your Mac or PC.
- Upgradeable firmware allows for constant improvement and innovation in the tradition of Fractal Audio Systems.
- And much more. See our main web site for additional details, downloads, product manuals, and more.
