How to use BIAS FX Audio Settings/Install - BIAS FX Demo 1/5

[@good3112]

Your tutorial videos about BiasFX are great - thank you! I'm a relative newbie with the types of applications that Positive Grid offers. I have purchased both the Mac and iOs versions of BiasFX and I really love the beautiful sounds that can be created. However, there is one question that is giving me a lot of frustration because I can't find the answer after several hours of searching... How can I play backing tracks which I can also improvise over using BiasFX? I have iReal Pro for Mac and iOS and would love to be able to use both applications together for practising and later for live performances. I'd also like to similarly use mp3 backing tracks with BiasFX. I would really appreciate a step by step method how to do this. Thank you.

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Hi Ken, thanks for the kind words. Are you just talking about playing over backing tracks but using BIAS FX for the guitar sounds? I do that all the time, although I use a PC rather than a Mac. Shouldn't make any difference though; just use BIAS FX at the same time as whatever other application plays the backing track. e.g. I often find a backing track on KZbin, play that in my web browser and use BIAS FX to get my guitar sound. You hear the backing track from KZbin in the web browser and guitar sound from BIAS FX together out of your speakers/headphones without any problems. I also play along to tracks on Spotify using BIAS FX which also works fine.

[@good3112]

Thank you very much for the reply, I really appreciate it. I didn't realise it would be as simple as that, I presumed there would be some kind of "mixing" process involved. I'll definitely give that a go now. All the best.

[@good3112]

Hi Paul, further to this topic. For your info, I also posted this question in the Positive Grid Forum and received the following response... If we talk about iOS, for practice you must simply open the mp3 with another app that is able to play mp3. Any player will work, for example Anytune, even file managers like Documents or the File app from iOS it self. Dropbox works too. I do that all the time. I prefer to use Documents, because I manage with it some folders with audio files, but you can use any other. If you have the mp3 app opened and BFX in background, you must activate “background audio mode” in BFX to be able to hear your instrument. The other way around, if you have BFX opened and the mp3 app in background, you don’t need to activate “background audio mode”. With iReal is the same thing. You can run both apps simultaneously and play and hear. Nothing special must be done to work this way, aside from the “background audio mode” if BFX runs in background. One last comment: for live performance I would prefer though to play the backing track from another device into another amplification system. If you do as said above you will have the sound of your instrument and the backing track through you instrument amp and I am afraid that will not sound very well. Thank again for your help Paul 😀👍

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Thanks Ken, that's great info. I've pinned this comment so hopefully this info can be helpful to and reach as many people as possible. Cheers!

[@rdgvg]

Thank you

[@joaquinfigueroa3640]

Thank you man! You saved me from throwing my laptop out the window, lol! Stupid thing did not make a shortcut to my desktop.... Thanks again!

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

You are welcome!

[@wonyoungkoh309]

Thank you I was quite fed up with FX2 not having proper tutorial and your video is very helpful 👍👍

[@TheOneGuitarGuy]

I'm having sort of an issue in regards to being able to set it up via my computer. So I have the device's audio settings set to "ASIO". When I try to pick my interface, which is a Line 6 POD Studio UX2, it just completely shuts down with no hesitation. I don't seem to know why. Is there a way to circumvent this or solve it? Thanks in advance!

[@dogukanyazar8]

Hi Paul, Thank you for this great tutorial. Greetings from Turkey!

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

My pleasure! Greetings from the UK! 😀

[@AngelMartinez-qs3cf]

Hi great demo. I use a FOCUS Scarlett 2i2. How do I set up the audio file?

[@GrandPapa16]

I'm begginin with Bias FX, thanks for this tutorial, you're doing a fantastic job.

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Thanks for those kind words. Glad the video helped, and good luck man!

[@LocalMachine]

Awesome, comprehensive setup tutorial! Positive Grid Bias FX 2 is 50% off for a little longer on the website.

[@adisadis6313]

Hi, and because i m new, i didn't understand...first, you connect the guitar to pc, using it as an amp guitar? And then use the bias fx kind of pedals?

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Yes. You connect the guitar to the PC via an interface, then BIAS FX acts as both amp _and_ pedals - it has loads of amp models, along with loads of pedal models built in. You could use it just as an amp if you didn't use any of the pedal models in it.

[@adisadis6313]

@@PaulDouglasMusician thanks a lot

[@jessfreeman3272]

Can I use an irig to plug into my computer or do I have to have an audio interface? And you don't need an amp for this correct? Sorry I'm a newb

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

I think you can use an IRig effectively as an audio interface and it should work. Although I'm not 100% sure; I've never used an IRig myself. I also think there are several version of the IRig, so different versions might have different capabilities. Sorry I can't be of any more help. Can anyone else out there offer any assistance?

[@benbeaudrydudemaine8435]

how do you do to hear your guitar in the video did you press the record button how

[@vmp0001]

Good day Question here, i want to pass my standard version for bias fx2 from my iPad to my iPhone, then buy the elite version for my iPad, it’s that possible? Thank you guys

[@zaviercadorin6244]

Hey Paul, what’s a good laptop that can run bias fx 2 well?

[@donniefisk2252]

So I can use my PC with bias fx , but how do I use it Live through my 65 super reverb ? An example of the signal chain would be greatly appreciated. I'd like to know what all I need to use it Live . Thank you very much and great tutorial

[@trossbossinit]

I have a Behringer UM2 that doesn't seem to be recognized by Bias FX 2. I downloaded ASIO drivers, but am only able to use Bias FX 2 with Windows audio, which causes latency. Anything you'd suggest trying?

[@robertanastase558]

Thanks so much for this turorial. For some reason the sound in my headset comes mostly from the left side. I tried guitar rig6 as well and the sound is balanced. Any idea what might be wrong with BIAS FX?

[@superdupertyson]

i wanted to play through my PC speakers. is there a way to do this with postive fx? or do i need to have my speakers plugged into my audio interface?

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Hi! I have my speakers plugged into the interface, so I know it can work that way and I think this is the best way. You might be able to set BIAS FX to use the speakers not connected to the audio interface, but I suspect you'll run into latency issues.

[@jrdguitar3003]

hi sir. how about the set up? i mean the hardware. what interface do you use? where are all the wires go? can you use heaphones? that sort of things. thanks man.

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Hello! I tried to deal with those questions in this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3LWdZRnZbWLhM0. Hope it helps!

[@kastorpantalondescocido9272]

Hi, for Queen sound any advice? Great video

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Thanks. Oooh I love Queen - they were the first band I really got into when I was a teenager, and Brian May is pretty much the main reason I started playing guitar. To get his sound....really you need his guitar and his fingers! It's so specific I think anyone else is going to struggle. You could search the Tone Cloud for some Brian May/Queen tones, and that might get you close. Sorry I can't be of more help. Good luck!

[@kastorpantalondescocido9272]

@@PaulDouglasMusician imposible, i would have to reborn, which it's imposible

[@carlitoxb110]

look for queen tones in bias FX cloud

[@matthewboring815]

Can you use I rig Hd 2 as a audio interface?

[@Jinjr322]

maybe somebody knows what to do. 6:49 at this point I have everything empty without anu option to change except for Audio Device type(its ASIO and i can change it).. For other options its empty and no options to select(this happend after i selected Output from Stereo to Mono)

[@parkertraxler3999]

Great Tutorial, but I'm not getting any sound output on my computer. I have the audio device type set to ASIO and the input and output set to the Focusrite USB ASIO, and I'm using the correct input channel. It can even tune my guitar using the tuner, there's just no sound. Thanks in advance.

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Thanks. So the input is working ok if you can use the tuner, just the output seems to have a problem. Are you using headphones or speakers? Have you connected them to the headphone/audio out of the Focusrite interface? If you go to Audio Settings in BIAS FX I assume if you press the Test button then you don't hear anything? You should hear an audible beep sound when you press this button. The only other thing I can think of is is the ouput channel set correctly for which output you have your speakers or headphones connected to? Sorry I can't be of more help.

[@Et-chan]

I’m having the same problem. Have you managed to resolve the issue? If so, can you share how you did it?

[@junioralves2158]

Hi thank you so much! (from Brazil)

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Hi! My pleasure!

[@helios8369]

So, I recently bought bias fx 2 pro version. Installed drivers for my Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface. I've checked cables and everything. Audio settings looks good Audio driver type: ASIO Output Device: Focusrite USB Audio And when I connect my guitar everything seems to be working but I can't hear effects. Am I missing something? Edit: Hmm.. Now I got it working. Input channel should be Input 2 and not the first one.

[@MrChris2004]

I have messed with the sample rate and audio buffer size, but I can't get the latency right. When I do get the latency right, the sound clips. What can I do to fix it?

[@TheDylanobillyobryan]

Hey Paul, thank you for the informative video, great stuff

[@Vpain90009]

I have the scarlett 2i2 as well running the 64x bit version of bias fx but when i go to the audio settings in bias fx and switch it to asio it crashes

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Hmmm....could be a driver issue maybe? Have you got the lastest version of the Scarlett 2i2 drivers? And the latest version of BIAS FX for that matter. Maybe you could try posting on the Focusrite Scarlett or Positive Grid forums to see if anyone has a similar problem? Sorry I can't be of any more help. Good luck!

[@Vpain90009]

Got it fixed had to update my asio driver. Thanks for responding!

[@aaronholt442]

Do you need an iOS device for this or can you get it of any computer?

[@acaftermath]

i have reaper and bias fx i open bias fx it works fine when i run bias fx with reaper i cannot hear anything any idea??

[@ericdanver2302]

same dude, im looking all over youtube for 2 days to see why the Bias Fx VST doesnt show up in Reaper...

[@acaftermath]

Eric Danver did u try scanning the folders?? i was scanning around theres an option that says scan for new vst i clicked it and it finally showed up. now my bias fx doesnt have sound in reaper lol

[@earljazzrylberalde6540]

Can this work with my Guitar link interface?

[@jcgm7348]

Thanks for the Tutorial Paul it is great, So once you go Standalone can you go back for the Plug in versión?

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Yeah, they are installed alongside each other at the same time. So you can switch between the two at will.

[@carlitoxb110]

how do I save the settings so I don't have to change the buffer size everytime I open bias fx ? thanks for the video

[@guidscunha]

Do I need anything more than an audio interface to play with bias?

[@king-ci4ob]

Paul how do i record this bias fx with Nuendo recording software... Is it possible to use this fx for song recording?

[@pramoniro]

Heyy how to download it

[@x-destinygunblade3683]

how do i get intouch with psitive grid to ask them for help in downloading the vst

[@leandro3721]

hi, i cant install the full version of bias fx2 elite 32 bits in fl studio the stand alone mode works, but in fl studio not, can you help me? thanks!

[@sampupunas4277]

Hi friend! Quick and simple question why is that everytime im saving my recorded audio it sounded clean sound only when exported it or saving it to my computer?

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Hi! I assume you're not recording in a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) like Reaper, Cubase, Pro-Tools etc. Are you just recording the Windows audio? If so, I think it's because Windows does not record ASIO audio. I always use a DAW if I want to record BIAS FX or any other amp sim.

[@QAsteves.]

2- Questions: Sorry novice here with the software, and using audio interfaces with my guitar. I don't want to use the headphones either,or record! I bought 2- Kali Lp-8' power speakers, with a Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen.( As of right now I just get hissing using my Kali's? thrrough my laptop with positive bias fx2 software( I downloaded all the Focustire drivers too) Ok with this audio interface, how can I use it with my Bias grid fx2 software, and connect it to my Blackstar 5htr combo amp, with a Blackstar 1x12 cab also connected to it? I have a Di box coming this Monday too. xlr inputs etc.

[@johnhalasan6434]

Could use this on church live? Thanks

[@maestrobadette4as690]

Yes easy

[@vpguitarcovers4088]

how can i play while i am listening to music by youtube or mp3 ? Cause when i plug in the guitar there is a mute from youtube .. i have to play 1 year now.. i remember that i was able to make this happen But i cant remember how to fix it now

[@dakiez8398]

Hi, being completely new to playing guitar and this bias fx 2 app on computer, I was lost with the audio setup until I found your video. Thanks it allowed me to get the app up and working. If its not too much trouble, perhaps you could give me feedback on a issue i'm having. I just want to play my guitar through computer (app.) Everything works but I am getting loud hissing when playing, not when I stop playing. I've tried on two different computers with three different guitars - all same. I am simply plugged guitar into Behringer um2 usb box, with desktop speakers plugged into earphone port. Ideas? thanks again - dana

[@Preston_M.]

It might be a power issue. Do you have the computer plugged in or any power amps. You might need a power conditioner.

[@sp1rals1]

Great vid Paul! I have an issue... I’m getting input from my guitar, my Focusrite 2i2 receives signal and shows up in the input test, but I can’t get any sound. Also, I try to test output and it doesn’t give me a tone. Anyone able to help?

[@dpedrosoliano]

select ASIO in settings then select your focusrite

[@xenochristtv1226]

But you need an interface for it right? Like a hardware interface

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Yes, that's right. I recently made a video about that - kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3LWdZRnZbWLhM0. Thanks for watching!

[@paulhill7928]

Thank you so much Paul

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

You are very welcome! 😀

[@steveweilhart2359]

Great job Paul. Thanks it helped

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Thank you, glad it was useful.

[@exploder43]

this was very helpful, thank you so much :)

[@marcin2x4]

When going to audio settings I get completley different quality when picking Input as Mono (input 2 channel) then Stereo (input 1+2 channel). I'm using audient id4. I assume mono input is proper?

[@hosoiarchives4858]

Which one is better

[@marcin2x4]

@@hosoiarchives4858 Mono (input channel 2 which is D.I in Audient ID4)

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

I'm not familiar with that particular interface, but you're right - usually you would use the mono input for a guitar.

[@marcin2x4]

@@PaulDouglasMusician thank you sir!

[@ARDITMUSICZONE]

hi, why my bias fx dont work conteporanely with yout tube ? thank you

[@mixermantim]

I have installed everything but doesn't show up in logic pro x

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Hi. I've never used Logic, so I can't be very specific. Is there somewhere you can tell if to scan for plugins? Or to add a path for it to look for plugins in? Maybe this might help.... help.positivegrid.com/hc/en-us/articles/360024798311-How-to-Find-Record-with-BIAS-FX-2-in-Logic-Pro-#:~:text=Relaunch%20Logic%20Pro%2C%20click%20%22Reset,the%20BIAS%20FX%202%20Plugin.

[@orestrepo1685]

Man I am having a pain in the ass with this, I have an UM2 and I'be been trying to make it work my guitar using Bias Fx. But the only way I can that working is using the windows audio driver. it is like the behringer driver is not working but as an input it works fine. Any help would be so appreciated.

[@metallpt147]

I’m going through the same thing except with my focusrite 2i2..annoying

[@Snoopaloopadoop]

Does this work on MacBook Pro?

[@turbkey1380]

yes

[@digitalsketchguy]

I am only getting sound in right ear. Help!

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

That's weird. Unfortunately without knowing your exact setup it's difficult to diagnose. There is a "Mono to Stereo" setting in BIAS FX; I wonder if it might be worth turning that on/off to see if it makes a difference? Also play with the Audio Settings, making sure the output is set to Stereo. Good luck!

[@tonepilot]

Also, the professional version is the only version that lets you connect MIDI hardware.

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Thanks so much @TonePilot - that's really great information.

[@JimHoy-Rockstar]

Great tutorial! Thanks for the instruction. Very helpful!!

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Thanks Jim, much appreciated!

[@x-destinygunblade3683]

i download it go to use it an now i cant find it

[@evan.9780]

Why my effect is not function how to setting

[@x-destinygunblade3683]

why is it so hard to do why do i need to go on a scavenger hunt for the plugins once i download them

[@AllmightyMilpil]

When I go back to the Bias fx installer after downloading the standalone, it doesn't give me the option to download just the plug in. Do I need to uninstall the standalone to get the plug in? I'm using Ableton Live 10 (lite) if that makes any difference...

[@blurysoul7699]

Having same issue, ever figured it out?

[@amitdas1967]

Thankyou.very useful

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

Thanks!

[@berserker2551]

hello, I'm having a problem, when I use bias fx2 it sounds like a bad sound like a firecracker and I don't know how to eliminate it regards ;)

[@paintrax8249]

I can't get any sound on my headphones

[@DreamerVisionary]

GREAT VIDEO . SAY I HAVE A QUESTION WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE ON MY SHOW ARTIST TALK AND BE INTERVIEWED BY ME DURING A LIVESTREAM.

[@HiltonKing]

I don't have audio device type.

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

That's strange. Could be a problem with your audio driver for your interface I guess. Might be worth reinstalling it? I'm just guessing here; it is difficult to diagnose without knowing your exact setup. Good luck!

[@HiltonKing]

Paul Douglas Thanks. Wrote the company. Got it fixed. Sorry to have pattered you with this. Your video is very good.

[@PaulDouglasMusician]

No problem at all. Glad you got it sorted!

[@jaradfraser8005]

@@HiltonKing What did you do to fix this issue? I have the same

[@HiltonKing]

Jarad Fraser I can’t even remember what this issue was but I think the solution had to do with allowing or not allowing the internal mic.

[@costaricajedi9333]

And if you upgrade from standard to professional, you just pay the difference? Or have to pay full price? Thanks again

[@markgrisnik7112]

This thing working for any interfaces sorry for the english i am a hungarian

[@rodneytod7141]

Most frustrating piece of software I have ever owned. My set up is exactly he same thing you have. Everything....my input and output indicators say its working. It isnt. If I go back to my old line 6 program...the line 6 program works flawlessly.

[@eRox1661]

How the fuck do you plug in your guitar that's wtf I'm waiting to hear do you just plug it in or do you have an adaptor or something wtf

[@DaveTaste]

Video starts at 06:19

[@costaricajedi9333]

Thanks Paul, learning guitar myself , your videos really helped. Two things i'm still trying to figure out. Is it true that with the standard version, when using tonecloud, if the preset uses equipment from higher tiers, you won' t be able to use it?