ToneMerchants/RackSystems AxeFx Rig

[@ericgarcia2044]

finally found a video where someone is demoing an axe fx through a 4x12 and not direct. thank you!

[@jackleyton5504]

I run my AXE FX through 2-4x12 Boogie Cabs and the sound is pretty impressive. I now use a Friedman BE-100 and I can't plug my guitar into anything else these days.

[@Tremonti78]

I have been an Axe Fx user for almost 10 years. Mark produces the best patches IMO. Amazing clarity and and real dream amp/effects sounds. Thanks Mark.....you're truly a jem!

[@samhillband]

Nate Hudson thanks Nate!!!

[@JoeJaeger]

Hey Mark, Man dude, everytime i see a new video from you I get a smile. Thank you for sharing your passion.

[@adam872]

That Eventide style sound for that little snippet of "Children of the Sea" you played was fantastic. Love your videos, BTW.

[@basssungwoo]

Your tones are GREAT. Makes me want to get an Axe

[@aronbaumel]

Damn it Mark... you're making me want to buy the Axe again!!! :)

[@BozKiller]

cool set-up! sounds killer!

[@TonyMartinez]

nice !!! I ve been lookin on your site .... aproximate price for this ?

[@HardRockHeavyMetal]

Hello Mark, a question for you, I´m thinking to buy the Axe FX III, what else I need to have the sound I´m hearing on this video, I mean obviously you're telling us on your video what you´re using (two cabinets and anything else) I'm not a pro and I just play electric guitar as a hobby and I love your sound, but when you shot with the iPhone 4s, the sound you produce is coming from the iPhone too? thank you for reading this annoying question, by the way I'm not an English speaker, excuse my mistakes

[@samhillband]

I don't really understand the question. The video was shot with the iPhone and audio was from recorded using the Tascam mic attachment for the phone. No post processing.

[@HardRockHeavyMetal]

Ok, I understand and pleased with the answer, the thing is if I buy the Axe FX III, it would be posible to replicate your sound?

[@schlagdog]

This rig sure sounds amazing. Guess I need at matrix and some Mark Day patches.

[@RandyMassia]

that's great :D meeting a lot of celebrities? ;) and I'm doing good, thanks! Have a new band and we played our first show last Friday at Murphy's :)

[@zazuzonker]

Hi Mark. Love your vids and love your playing. Hope to visit Tone Merchants someday (if they'll let a hack like me through the door!). Anyway, I was wondering why you all prefer the Boss FV500L pedal over something from Mission Engineering? Thanks!

[@sofyan_sauri]

..., yeep keren abis. " lumayan buat project rumahan

[@bulgmafjones6435]

Mark - Awesome vid. How are you getting the feedback? Is it due to where you are sitting in relation to the amp/cabs, or can the Fractal do this? I didn't know if there was a block that mimics feedback on the Axe II.

[@squeezeprod]

i really like your videos, so this question will be up your alley. i just purchased a line 6 pod hd500 and want to run it concurrent with my rocktron voodu valve via an a/b box. now here is the question, how can i run both through my carvin ht150 power amp which then goes out to 2 2x12 cabinets. thx for your input. p.s i like your journey covers:) you need some styx and reo songs. some triumph wouldn't hurt either. :)

[@tacobell5150]

MAN, you are such a sick! Guitar player!

[@guitaristguy20]

Sounds awesome Mark! What bridge pickup were you using?

[@JasonHobbsGuitarist]

hey mark, sweet guitar tone and playing buddy....do you have the cab sims on or off on the axe fx 2? thanks

[@mikhael47]

Welcome back to youtube Mark!! Good luck in your new endeavours!! No matter what the others say, you are NOT a traitor and welcome back to Canada anytime!! HAHA BTW thanks for all your rig advice over the years..!!!

[@kalebaldwin5398]

Motor City Hot Head...I wonder if that was named after Uncle Ted? HA! Sounds great. Not a modeler guy or a big effect guy but it's great that all this stuff is available. Also, MIRACLE MAN!!! Well done!

[@bornin59]

My Mother would say "Mark, stop framming on that thing like that!!"; that's what she use to say to me. Sounds good, man.

[@MrUltraworld]

I saw Zappa Plays Zappa and Dweezil was using a pair of small 2 way powered PA speakers and it sounded great.

[@watchtheskies]

Mark can you explain how the wah expression pedal is activated? can the wah effect be set to off if the pedal is at either extreme? I couldn't quite figure out how you were going from a straight rhythm sound to having the wah activated

[@doughboy777]

I think these demos sound so good mostly due to Mark's awesome playing, but I guess the gear helps as well ;o)

[@MarcBenham]

Sounds killer trough my studio Headphone will love that rig with this Gibson but it is way beyond my means.Ha just can dream of playing it in the context of a great band must be unreal !

[@sessionfan]

cool videos! keep doing rig demos if you can.. clients racks and boards... great stuff

[@stevieh46360]

What is the piece of metal that sticks up next to your low E string? It's there, then gone and then back again.

[@samhillband]

I've never tried a Mission, but I do really like the sold construction and feel of the FV500L :)

[@ckalas]

aw man i was in la for a week last year and didn't check this shop out

[@larrynorton1748]

Mark, In the setup are you eliminating the CAB block in the settings to compensate for the 4x12 cabs your running through?

[@MrCecilbag]

I honestly don't know why someone would do this. You make great sounding, looking, and beyond helpful videos. Hope you find the douche Mark.

[@alphasxsignal]

You can also use a selfpowered PA system like JBL makes.

[@heliobluesrock]

Why the FV500L and not the FL500H? Big differences?

[@samhillband]

We will post on the website soon.

[@seandanzante2071]

Wich amp model did you using in this video man? Sound very cool! Killer attack!

[@chinlengfong]

Looks great. really like the setup and wired to plug and play. do we have options to get a FRFR cab with the bundle?

[@levans6824]

Mark, Do you have the power amp sim off as well as the cab block?

[@seandanzante2071]

Sounds great!!!

[@MrUltraworld]

I had the use of one for a week. I used both a solid state & a Tube power amps into both guitar & full range cabs. The pre amp sounds didn't sound as good as my own amps. It still doesn't feel like a real amp. The effects are good though. But for close to $3k with the switch & expression pedals, I can buy my favorite effects & put them to good use. I think using more processor power to replace a good amp is like kicking water uphill. It's just not going to happen.

[@anuarbizminds]

Hey Mark - what was the setting on the sound at 3.45s? The feedback is awesome!

[@IndyPhil26]

Some of the most successful people in history also get the most hate. Look at it this way Mark. If you had no success and nobody knew you then you wouldn't have a douche subscribe to you just to dislike you. His negativity is just further proof your doing it right. Keep the videos coming.

[@guitarcissist]

Hey Mark! What kind of cable did you use to connect the FV500s to the MFC?

[@natchahoban60]

So, we just plug it to the guitar and cab to play?

[@ngdguitar5081]

So based on what I know on the prices of the individual components (an AxeFx II will run 2k just by itself) I figure we're looking at maybe 5k for the whole rig (excluding 4x12 cabinet)? It's gorgeous for sure and worth every dime, but just curious. Love all your vids and your playing too - sickest tones ever. : )

[@Spradaaa]

Hi Mark. Is that your Guitar with the Suhr pups? Damn that's incredible. I have almost the same rig (Axe-FXII,GT800FX,Mesa w/V30s normally trough a Suhr Modern) and it sound nothing, really NOTHING like that!! :( Really good work mate.

[@WhipsterCZ]

Incredible sound!!!

[@Shtepan]

too digital, minimalne v tomhle videu

[@WhipsterCZ]

Štěpán Kříž Myslím že to je tím, že je to snímané mikrofonem v místnosti.. je to slyšet i na jeho hlasu že je takovej rozplizlej... ale vsadím se že to v místnosti znělo skvěle..

[@andrewtresler6765]

Štěpán Kříž Too digital? If you were in the room with both those cranked 4x12s you'd never know the fucking difference idiot.

[@chrisdaviesguitar]

Love it, we all have guitar faces. Great example here. lol

[@afterthefox7]

Whatever happen to the dislike control on everyones video. just asking.

[@shreddinjoe]

whats the differences between the Axe Ultra and the Axe 2?? The Ultra has everything I need,whats the difference? And now Im hearing theres an Axe XL coming out

[@stuntman_mike]

Mark you Fookin' Rock!!!

[@rockstaradventures1]

hmm confused, are you using multiple outs of the AXFx? one has delay and the other has reverb? so A and B side of Axfx to A and B inputs of Matrix?

[@samhillband]

OUT 1 left and right to the Matrix. Stereo.

[@wadereynoldsgm]

I guess I'm late to the party. Killer vid. What is the song at 6:45? Sounds familiar and it's driving me nuts... Thanks!

[@metalcz]

hey sam! I wanna buy a power amp for my axe fx 2. would u recommend solid state like the gt1000fx or rather tube power amp like mesa or fryette 2/50? wanna go through mesa 4x12 cab. thanks in advance!

[@slluciano68]

where can I purchase all of these axe fx II/tone merchant presets?

[@samhillband]

We have to look into getting Stomplabels :)

[@ShrediYetti]

hey Hugh,just picked up one, still in the box ,for 1600 in hollywood

[@pawlakppp]

Mark, if you would be thinking about new cover , i only sugest Ratt- Nobody rides for free. ;)

[@schlagdog]

Hey Mark your 80's patch on axe change?

[@csgband]

That is pretty great

[@Stoneraven97]

What was the aong at 5:33. Sounds formilar.... I think :P But I liked it :D

[@mooreedge]

Name of song in 1:38?

[@cassidymcmahon3332]

Holy Diver Dio Vivian Campbell

[@DaltonMullins]

It's actually Children of the Sea by Black Sabbath

[@bigleemac]

Haha! Well said sir, they should put that on the marketing literature!

[@samhillband]

I love it Randy, how are you doing?

[@samhillband]

I have never had the AxeFx take a dump. G-Majors, YES, tube amps-YES, pedals-YES. Washing machines, air conditioners, cars, chicks---YES

[@heliobluesrock]

Why the 500L, and not the 500H? I don't know the difference...

[@Tremonti78]

Always get the H. Stands for high impedance and basically the H can be used as an expression pedal or a regular audio volume. Best of both. The L would not work for audio signal.

[@ToTheSummitkicksass]

you get a really nice EVH type sound out of that c;

[@TheGuitar1962]

Very Cool!!!!!!

[@luisreneventura]

for sure the Children of the Sea detune steals the show in this video! can you give the settings for that?

[@ccorodva1]

HOW DO I GET A RIG JUST LIKE THAT???

[@hughes08ALCY]

Mark how can i get in contact with you to have you guys set up a rig like this for me?

[@KG739]

how much would this exact rig cost?

[@bigleemac]

every time I see these demos I want an AxeFx...I'm scared of them though! God knows what I'd do if it broke down in a gig, just blind panic would ensue!

[@shreddinjoe]

I want one...sounds killer

[@samhillband]

Call us at Tone Merchants in North Hollywood, CA

[@JWH91969]

Mark Day Guitar AF2 $2,200 GT800 $600 Furman PL+ $230 4 space Flight $100/150 {depending on if Dave is there} MFC 101 $750 {but on sale now for $699!! Hurry as supplies are limited} Assorted cut to length cables $250 Mark Day hrly rate $100x8 {signature+$500} Cabs & guitar sold separately. Prices are subject to change {If the Kunuk can get off his fat fingers/ass & get it done}. Mark, Wade called & said to tell you that he knows were you are & is sending an assault team to retrieve the pickup.

[@justinsmith9683]

Id love to know how much a rig like this costs! I'm interested in getting a set up like this!

[@1971SuperLead]

If you have to ask, you probably can't afford it. I won't even ask, because I know I can't afford it. I can't tap dance either. Okay, I went to eBay and it's just over $3000. Hey, was I right? That's just for the rack mount and foot controller! The amp is another $$$.

[@afterthefox7]

1971SuperLead$2,100.00 plus, I think I'll get another one. for my 4 space rack.

[@svenzia]

Hahaha, great sound and great facial expressions

[@letterpool]

+1 for miracle man =)

[@ssj1971]

what gauge strings you use? thanks

[@timstark5051]

That Queensryche patch..... how, please enlighten me? Sounds epic

[@kitfisto1924]

how do you connect multi efx direct to 4x12?

[@friendswithbenedicts4869]

Arman Yusof you need another power source to power the speakers, so you can run it through the head, or through a preamp.

[@amguitar123]

whats the song at 0:15 to 0:30? :o

[@TramEFx]

Mark is a lucky guy...

[@samhillband]

Two V30's on the bottom and two Greenbacks on top in each cab

[@KG739]

thanks alot man! love your videos by the way XD

[@joshuasalgado4694]

Hell yeah, 3:45 operation mindcrime!!!

[@chrisdaviesguitar]

Seeing the Geoff Tate band on 30th November 2018. Yaay.

[@Glissmann]

5:34 ... van Halen - very authentic sound - almost better then the original one ...

[@AXESLINGER2112]

damn that sounds good. i was going to say something smartass like "just plug into one of those friedmans, but the axe fx just totally stomped ass

[@alonso8a]

how much???

[@Guitube99]

I want these patches !!!!

[@returncode0000]

5:27 - 5:33 ... whats that song?

[@Dr.Jekyll]

John Ryder, 5 years later... Miracle Man by Ozzy

[@Guitarman3348]

Not furr me ethier! ampsimulations are nice with effects, dependable yes! But personally rather spend it on a serous amp! If your on the road & studio Im sure racksystems are the way to go! But you still need that amphead&cab for stage sound unless your Phill Collins-"sticky sweet". loves his Jacksons USA.

[@adam872]

Yep, title track from Operation: Mindcrime

[@RicardCastro]

goal!!!

[@samhillband]

I think it should be mandatory that a dislike posts your identity. This is a subscriber that does this for very video I post. I expect dislikes but this always happens before I post the link to forums so I know it's a subscriber that just hates. Imagine subscribing to a channel just to be a dick. lol.

[@JoeyMeowMeow]

ＡＷＥＳＯＭＥ ＤＥＭＯ ＹＯ！！ ＬＯＶＥ ＩＴ

[@andrewtresler6765]

i feel like you're a big lynch fan?

[@vox1003]

Now that is a Man Cave

[@evildead68]

In the misty morning, on the edge of time We've lost the rising sun, a final sign

[@RandyMassia]

i take it you're enjoying California? :)

[@MrRobGodek]

grrr... 3:44-4:00... whats the name of that song?... Queensryche right?

[@BobLobblah]

i want a facial expression pedal now!