- $120
The Complete FM9 Master Class with Cooper Carter
The FM9 packs power and portability into one Fractal Audio powerhouse floorboard. In this 15+ hour course, you'll master every tonal tool it has to offer, and harness the full potential of Fractal's newest unit.
Contents
1. Introduction & Philosophy
We discuss my philosophy on using the FM9, both live and in the studio, as the ultimate portable tool for creating music. We also briefly discuss the scope of the class.
1.0 - Introduction & Philosophy.mp4
2. Introduction to the FM9 & Initial Setup
We familiarize ourselves with the FM9 itself, covering the front and rear panels, as well as exploring gear considerations such as cables, speakers, pedals, and cases/bags.
2.0 - Introduction to the FM9 & Initial Setup.mp4
2.1 - Top Panel Overview.mp4
2.2 - Footswitch Overview.mp4
2.3 - The Rear Panel.mp4
2.4 - Gear Considerations.mp4
3. The Setup Menus
The most important and most overlooked feature of any Fractal unit, the Setup Menus offer a wealth of options for customizing how your FM9 sounds and acts. We'll dive deep into these right off the bat, setting the tone for the rest of the class. Don't skip this section!
3.0 - The Setup Menus.mp4
3.1 - FC Controllers - Onboard Switches.mp4
3.2 - FC Setlists-Songs.mp4
3.3 - Global Settings.mp4
3.4 - I-O.mp4
3.5 - Midi-Remote.mp4
3.6 - Utilities.mp4
3.7 - Tuner Config.mp4
4. Introduction to FM9-Edit
We'll be spending the next 12 hours or so creating presets and sounds in the editor, so let's get acquainted with all of its features!
4.0 - Introduction to FM9-Edit.mp4
5. Your First Preset: Dialing in a Clean Tone
Here we go; it's time to create your first preset from the ground up. We'll start with a classic clean sound, learn how to level it appropriately, add some effects, and begin our sonic exploration.
5.0 - Dialing in a Clean Tone.mp4
5.1 - Reverb.mp4
5.2 - Compression.mp4
5.3 - Chorus.mp4
5.4 - Delay.mp4
5.5 - Tempo Matching Delays.mp4
400_Clean Tone.syx
6. Dialing in an Edge of Breakup Tone
The much-desired and ever-elusive edge of breakup, or mid-gain tone! That's our quest in this section, and we'll get into some more effects and techniques along the way.
6.0 - Dialing in an Edge of Breakup Tone.mp4
6.1 - Amp Internal Reverb.mp4
6.2 - Pedal Platform Drives.mp4
6.3 - Tremolo.mp4
6.4 - Crafting a Sonic Space.mp4
6.5 - Amp Input EQ.mp4
6.6 - Rotary & Wrapping Up.mp4
401_Edge of Breakup.syx
7. Dialing in a Classic Rock Tone
It's a classic for a reason. A good ole crunch tone can be an amazing platform for an entire show and may sometimes be all you need! We'll also briefly dip into external modifiers to get a wah pedal going.
7.0 - Dialing in a Classic Rock Tone.mp4
7.1 - Transformer Matching & Variac.mp4
7.2 - Noise Gate.mp4
7.3 - Thickening & Other Effects.mp4
7.4 - Phaser.mp4
7.5 - Wah Pedals.mp4
402_Classic Rock.syx
8. Dialing in a High Gain Tone
Brutal high gain: it's how Fractal really made its mark many, many years ago, and it's easier than ever before to dial in with razor-sharp precision.
8.0 - Dialing in a High Gain Tone.mp4
8.1 - Multiple Cabs.mp4
8.2 - Amp Output EQ.mp4
8.3 - Input Boost.mp4
8.4 - Multiband Compressor.mp4
8.5 - Enhancer.mp4
8.6 - Flanger.mp4
8.7 - High Gain Lead.mp4
8.8 - Custom Wah Pedals.mp4
8.9 - Plex Delay, Phaser, Chorus.mp4
403_High Gainer.syx
9. Introduction to Scenes & Channels
The two most powerful features of any preset, scenes and channels are critical for building out giant live rigs within a single preset. This might be the most important section in the entire class.
9.0 - Introduction to Scenes & Channels.mp4
9.1 - Consolidating Four Presets into One.mp4
9.2 - Leveling Scenes.mp4
9.3 - Bypass States & Series vs. Parallel.mp4
9.4 - Scenes & Channels Creativity.mp4
9.5 - Starting Tremolo on the Beat.mp4
9.6 - Scenes & Channels Creativity II.mp4
9.7 - Scenes Best Practices.mp4
9.8 - Managing High CPU.mp4
Level-Mix-Calculator.xlsx
404_The Big Rig.syx
405_The Big Rig Low CPU.syx
10. Building The Perfect Live Preset
The FM9 was designed to be the ultimate portable live guitar rig, and in this section you'll learn how to tailor a single preset to your live playing style. We'll also look at several tools we can use to cut through a mix and stand out in a band environment.
10.0 - Building The Perfect Live Preset.mp4
10.1 - Cabinet Hi & Lo Cut.mp4
10.2 - Input EQ Lift.mp4
10.3 - Adding & Removing Pick Attack.mp4
10.4 - Virtual Capo & Scene Ignore.mp4
10.5 - Virtual 12-String.mp4
10.6 - Virtual Bass.mp4
10.7 - Live Harmonies.mp4
10.8 - Solo Boosts.mp4
10.9 - The MIDI Block.mp4
406_Live Preset I.syx
Live Pitch Toolkit.blk
11. Recreating "The Amp in the Room" & Headphone Playing
For anyone wanting to recreate the coveted "amp in the room" sound with full-range speakers, this is your section. We'll also talk about how to liven up the sometimes sterile headphone environment.
11.0 - Recreating The Amp in the Room & Headphone Playing.mp4
11.1 - Better Headphone Tone.mp4
11.2 - AitR Amp & EQ Techniques.mp4
11.3 - AitR Cabinet Techniques.mp4
11.4 - Instant Amp in the Room.mp4
407_Headphone Tone.syx
408_Amp in the Room.syx
12. Exploring Amp Parameters
The sheer number of advanced parameters in the amp block can be mind-numbing! In this section, we'll discuss how to explore these settings, and talk about a few of the most powerful ones that can quickly change the character of your amp and lead to new tonal horizons.
12.0 - Exploring Amp Parameters.mp4
409_Advanced Amp Exploration.syx
13. Using Multiple Amp Blocks
Mixing amps, unlocking more channels, creating the ultimate stereo rig -- these are just a few of the ways we can leverage two separate amp blocks.
13.0 - Using Multiple Amp Blocks.mp4
13.1 - Gapless Switching.mp4
13.2 - Dynamic Amp Blending.mp4
13.3 - Textural Blending.mp4
410_Dual Amp Switching.syx
411_Dual Amp Blending.syx
412_Dual Amps Rig.syx
413_Amp Textures.syx
414_Eight Amp Preset MUX.syx
14. Multiple Inputs, Multiple Instruments
There's no reason you can't use one FM9 for multiple instruments, or even players!
14.0 - Multiple Inputs, Multiple Instruments.mp4
14.1 - Electric & Piezo.mp4
14.2 - Electric & Acoustic.mp4
14.3 - Two Electric Guitars.mp4
14.4 - Guitar & Bass.mp4
14.5 - A Full Band in One FM9.mp4
415_Electric & Piezo.syx
416_Electric & Acoustic.syx
417_Electric & Acoustic 2 OUT.syx
418_2 Guitarists One FM9.syx
419_1 GTR 1 Bass One FM9.syx
420_One Full Band One FM9.syx
Acoustic Tone Match.syx
15. Multiple Outputs, Multiple Rigs
Full-range speakers. In-ear monitors. Power amps & cabinets. Standard guitar amps. The FM9 plays equally well with all.
15.0 - Multiple Outputs, Multiple Rigs.mp4
15.1 - Two FRFR Rigs or In-Ears.mp4
15.2 - Neutral Power Amp & Cabinet.mp4
15.3 - FRFR & Neutral Power Amp + Cab.mp4
15.4 - Tube Amp & Cab.mp4
15.5 - FRFR &Tube+Cab.mp4
15.6 - Integrating Third-Party Outboard Gear.mp4
421_Live Preset (FOH+ONSTAGE).syx
422_Live Preset (SS+CAB).syx
423_Live Preset (FRFR+SS-CAB).syx
424_Live Preset (TUBE+CAB).syx
425_Live Preset (FRFR+TUBE-CAB).syx
16. Using the FM9 as an FX-Only Unit
If you love your standard guitar amp, the FM9 is an effects-only machine.
(And it can switch your midi-equipped amp, too!)
(And it can switch your midi-equipped amp, too!)
16.0 - Using the FM9 as an FX-Only Unit.mp4
16.1 - FM9 as a Pre-Amp Pedalboard.mp4
16.2 - FM9 as an FX Loop Unit.mp4
16.3 - The Four-Cable Method (4CM).mp4
426_FX ONLY (PRE).syx
427_FX ONLY (POST).syx
428_FX ONLY (4CM).syx
429_FM9 wFX Loop.syx
17. Exploring External Control with Pedals & Switches
Wahs, whammys, volumes, effects mixes, and more!
17.0 - External Foot Control with Pedals & Switches.mp4
17.1 - Wahs & Volume.mp4
17.2 - Whammy Pedals.mp4
17.3 - The Formant Pedal.mp4
17.4 - Dynamic Delay, Reverb, Gain, and More.mp4
17.5 - Switched Sound on Sound.mp4
17.6 - Switching Switches.mp4
17.7 - Dive Bomb Switch.mp4
430_Pedals I.syx
431_Pedals II.syx
432_Switching Around.syx
18. FM9 Foot Control in Depth
Let's really dive deep into footswitches, factory layouts, and customization.
18.0 - FM9 Foot Control in Depth.mp4
18.1 - Layout 1 - Presets.mp4
18.2 - Layout 2 - Scenes.mp4
18.3 - Layouts 3&4 - Effects.mp4
18.4 - Layout 5 -Looper.mp4
18.5 - Layout 6 - Per-Preset.mp4
18.6 - Per-Preset Overrides.mp4
18.7 - Layout 7 - Channels & Smart Bypass.mp4
18.8 - Setlists & Songs.mp4
18.9 - The Master Layout Menu.mp4
18.10 - Customizing Layouts.mp4
18.11 - Stand-In Switches.mp4
18.12 - Combining the FX & Channels Layouts.mp4
18.13 - Customizing Layouts II.mp4
Enhanced Factory Layouts.fclayout
Enhanced Preset Layout.fclayout
19. Integrating FC Foot Controllers for Expanded Control
Nine not enough? Adding an FC-12, FC-6, or both unlocks even more foot control.
19.0 - Integrating FC Foot Controllers for Expanded Control.mp4
Command Station I Layouts.fclayout
Command Station II Layouts.fclayout
20. The Internal Controllers Suite
Tempo, LFOs, envelopes, ADSR, and more. These sometimes intimidating parameters are in fact the ultimate toolbox for recreating some of music's most interesting effects and harnessing the full potential of the FM9's countless parameters.
20.0 - The Internal Controllers Suite.mp4
20.1 - Tempo.mp4
20.2 - Pitch Follower Dynamic & Synth Leads.mp4
20.3 - LFOs.mp4
20.4 - Envelopes I -Gated Reverb, DynamiChorus.mp4
20.5 - Envelopes II - Auto Wah & Envelope Filter.mp4
20.6 - Envelopes II - Crystal Swells.mp4
20.7 - ADSR Basics.mp4
20.8 - ADSR Applied - Electronica Stabs.mp4
20.9 - Sequencer - Seek Wah, Step Phaser, Auto Synth Bass.mp4
20.10 - Scene Controllers.mp4
20.11 - Control Switches.mp4
433_Tempo.syx
434_Pitch Follower.syx
435_LFO Trem.syx
436_Simulated Double Tracking.syx
437_Organic Chorus.syx
438_Banded Ambience.syx
439_Gated Reverb.syx
440_DynamiChorus.syx
441_Auto Wah vs. Env Filter.syx
442_Enveloped in Crystals.syx
443_ADSR Wah.syx
444_ADSR Filter Sweep.syx
445_Sequencer.syx
446_Scene Controllers.syx
447_Scene Controllers II.syx
448_Control Switched Amp.syx
21. USB Recording & Reamping
The FM9 is its own recording audio interface! Let's dive into just how easy it is to record, and even reamp, using just your DAW and the same USB cable you've been using to edit your presets.
21.0 - Introduction to USB Recording & Reamping.mp4
21.1 - Recording Best Practices - Recording Five Tones.mp4
21.2 - Recording Best Practices - Wet & Dry.mp4
21.3 - Reamping & Live Reamping for Tonal Control.mp4
449_Recording Rig (4 Cabs).syx
450_Recording Rig (DryWet).syx
451_Live Reamping Preset.syx
22. Utilities: Managing Presets & Cabs
We're nearing the end. Let's talk about how to manage presets and user cabinet IRs.
22.0 - Utilities; Managing Presets, Cabs, and Songs_1.mp4
22.1 - Manage Presets.mp4
22.2 - Manage Cabs.mp4
22.3 - Preset-Cab Bundles.mp4
22.4 - FractalBot: Updating & Bulk Operations.mp4
23. Wrapping Up & Further Exploration
Just a few more thoughts on the FM9, and then we'll dive into a freeform preset creation, just for fun. Thanks for joining me for The Complete FM9 Master Class!
23.0 - Wrapping Up & Further Exploration.mp4
The Complete Fractal Audio Master Class Series
As a leading authority on Fractal Audio products, Cooper Carter has worked with Metallica, Dream Theater, Journey, P!nk, Maroon 5, Avenged Sevenfold, TS, DMB, ZBB, and more
to create guitar tones heard on countless albums & stages across the globe.
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In The Complete Fractal Audio Master Class Series, he shares the tricks of the trade to help any user, from beginner to advanced, to harness the full power of these game changing musical power tools!