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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.
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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
  • 18 mins
  • 2.08 GB

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 mins
  • 240 MB
2.1 - Top Panel Overview.mp4
  • 28 mins
  • 3.26 GB
2.2 - Footswitch Overview.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 617 MB
2.3 - The Rear Panel.mp4
  • 17 mins
  • 1.87 GB
2.4 - Gear Considerations.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 282 MB

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
  • 2 mins
  • 211 MB
3.1 - FC Controllers - Onboard Switches.mp4
  • 24 mins
  • 2.82 GB
3.2 - FC Setlists-Songs.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 427 MB
3.3 - Global Settings.mp4
  • 25 mins
  • 2.98 GB
3.4 - I-O.mp4
  • 19 mins
  • 2.23 GB
3.5 - Midi-Remote.mp4
  • 20 mins
  • 2.28 GB
3.6 - Utilities.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 412 MB
3.7 - Tuner Config.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 656 MB

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
  • 36 mins
  • 2.45 GB

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
  • 14 mins
  • 1.35 GB
5.1 - Reverb.mp4
  • 7 mins
  • 582 MB
5.2 - Compression.mp4
  • 10 mins
  • 904 MB
5.3 - Chorus.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 517 MB
5.4 - Delay.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 504 MB
5.5 - Tempo Matching Delays.mp4
  • 5 mins
  • 490 MB
400_Clean Tone.syx
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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
  • 13 mins
  • 1.13 GB
6.1 - Amp Internal Reverb.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 258 MB
6.2 - Pedal Platform Drives.mp4
  • 7 mins
  • 591 MB
6.3 - Tremolo.mp4
  • 7 mins
  • 444 MB
6.4 - Crafting a Sonic Space.mp4
  • 2 mins
  • 141 MB
6.5 - Amp Input EQ.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 282 MB
6.6 - Rotary & Wrapping Up.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 359 MB
401_Edge of Breakup.syx
  • 24.1 KB

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
  • 12 mins
  • 1.04 GB
7.1 - Transformer Matching & Variac.mp4
  • 12 mins
  • 875 MB
7.2 - Noise Gate.mp4
  • 5 mins
  • 317 MB
7.3 - Thickening & Other Effects.mp4
  • 7 mins
  • 537 MB
7.4 - Phaser.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 420 MB
7.5 - Wah Pedals.mp4
  • 7 mins
  • 479 MB
402_Classic Rock.syx
  • 24.1 KB

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
  • 20 mins
  • 1.62 GB
8.1 - Multiple Cabs.mp4
  • 5 mins
  • 436 MB
8.2 - Amp Output EQ.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 289 MB
8.3 - Input Boost.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 240 MB
8.4 - Multiband Compressor.mp4
  • 7 mins
  • 651 MB
8.5 - Enhancer.mp4
  • 5 mins
  • 457 MB
8.6 - Flanger.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 576 MB
8.7 - High Gain Lead.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 307 MB
8.8 - Custom Wah Pedals.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 289 MB
8.9 - Plex Delay, Phaser, Chorus.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 448 MB
403_High Gainer.syx
  • 24.1 KB

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
  • 2 mins
  • 189 MB
9.1 - Consolidating Four Presets into One.mp4
  • 34 mins
  • 2.2 GB
9.2 - Leveling Scenes.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 138 MB
9.3 - Bypass States & Series vs. Parallel.mp4
  • 9 mins
  • 533 MB
9.4 - Scenes & Channels Creativity.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 501 MB
9.5 - Starting Tremolo on the Beat.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 202 MB
9.6 - Scenes & Channels Creativity II.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 261 MB
9.7 - Scenes Best Practices.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 242 MB
9.8 - Managing High CPU.mp4
  • 10 mins
  • 663 MB
Level-Mix-Calculator.xlsx
  • 39.9 KB
404_The Big Rig.syx
  • 24.1 KB
405_The Big Rig Low CPU.syx
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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
  • 31 mins
  • 2.22 GB
10.1 - Cabinet Hi & Lo Cut.mp4
  • 8 mins
  • 765 MB
10.2 - Input EQ Lift.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 256 MB
10.3 - Adding & Removing Pick Attack.mp4
  • 5 mins
  • 267 MB
10.4 - Virtual Capo & Scene Ignore.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 250 MB
10.5 - Virtual 12-String.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 255 MB
10.6 - Virtual Bass.mp4
  • 2 mins
  • 67.3 MB
10.7 - Live Harmonies.mp4
  • 2 mins
  • 106 MB
10.8 - Solo Boosts.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 200 MB
10.9 - The MIDI Block.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 219 MB
406_Live Preset I.syx
  • 24.1 KB
Live Pitch Toolkit.blk
  • 1.42 KB

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
  • 7 mins
  • 835 MB
11.1 - Better Headphone Tone.mp4
  • 11 mins
  • 765 MB
11.2 - AitR Amp & EQ Techniques.mp4
  • 15 mins
  • 1.12 GB
11.3 - AitR Cabinet Techniques.mp4
  • 12 mins
  • 888 MB
11.4 - Instant Amp in the Room.mp4
  • 8 mins
  • 687 MB
407_Headphone Tone.syx
  • 24.1 KB
408_Amp in the Room.syx
  • 24.1 KB

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
  • 30 mins
  • 2.31 GB
409_Advanced Amp Exploration.syx
  • 24.1 KB

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
  • 2 mins
  • 128 MB
13.1 - Gapless Switching.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 399 MB
13.2 - Dynamic Amp Blending.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 363 MB
13.3 - Textural Blending.mp4
  • 11 mins
  • 803 MB
410_Dual Amp Switching.syx
  • 24.1 KB
411_Dual Amp Blending.syx
  • 24.1 KB
412_Dual Amps Rig.syx
  • 24.1 KB
413_Amp Textures.syx
  • 24.1 KB
414_Eight Amp Preset MUX.syx
  • 24.1 KB

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
  • 1 min
  • 119 MB
14.1 - Electric & Piezo.mp4
  • 12 mins
  • 943 MB
14.2 - Electric & Acoustic.mp4
  • 9 mins
  • 605 MB
14.3 - Two Electric Guitars.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 383 MB
14.4 - Guitar & Bass.mp4
  • 7 mins
  • 460 MB
14.5 - A Full Band in One FM9.mp4
  • 7 mins
  • 484 MB
415_Electric & Piezo.syx
  • 24.1 KB
416_Electric & Acoustic.syx
  • 24.1 KB
417_Electric & Acoustic 2 OUT.syx
  • 24.1 KB
418_2 Guitarists One FM9.syx
  • 24.1 KB
419_1 GTR 1 Bass One FM9.syx
  • 24.1 KB
420_One Full Band One FM9.syx
  • 24.1 KB
Acoustic Tone Match.syx
  • 10.1 KB

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
  • 2 mins
  • 201 MB
15.1 - Two FRFR Rigs or In-Ears.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 388 MB
15.2 - Neutral Power Amp & Cabinet.mp4
  • 11 mins
  • 882 MB
15.3 - FRFR & Neutral Power Amp + Cab.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 298 MB
15.4 - Tube Amp & Cab.mp4
  • 9 mins
  • 680 MB
15.5 - FRFR &Tube+Cab.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 283 MB
15.6 - Integrating Third-Party Outboard Gear.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 335 MB
421_Live Preset (FOH+ONSTAGE).syx
  • 24.1 KB
422_Live Preset (SS+CAB).syx
  • 24.1 KB
423_Live Preset (FRFR+SS-CAB).syx
  • 24.1 KB
424_Live Preset (TUBE+CAB).syx
  • 24.1 KB
425_Live Preset (FRFR+TUBE-CAB).syx
  • 24.1 KB

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!)
16.0 - Using the FM9 as an FX-Only Unit.mp4
  • 2 mins
  • 154 MB
16.1 - FM9 as a Pre-Amp Pedalboard.mp4
  • 7 mins
  • 465 MB
16.2 - FM9 as an FX Loop Unit.mp4
  • 5 mins
  • 359 MB
16.3 - The Four-Cable Method (4CM).mp4
  • 8 mins
  • 594 MB
426_FX ONLY (PRE).syx
  • 24.1 KB
427_FX ONLY (POST).syx
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428_FX ONLY (4CM).syx
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429_FM9 wFX Loop.syx
  • 24.1 KB

17. Exploring External Control with Pedals & Switches

Wahs, whammys, volumes, effects mixes, and more!
17.0 - External Foot Control with Pedals & Switches.mp4
  • 1 min
  • 97.3 MB
17.1 - Wahs & Volume.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 183 MB
17.2 - Whammy Pedals.mp4
  • 10 mins
  • 662 MB
17.3 - The Formant Pedal.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 368 MB
17.4 - Dynamic Delay, Reverb, Gain, and More.mp4
  • 9 mins
  • 518 MB
17.5 - Switched Sound on Sound.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 434 MB
17.6 - Switching Switches.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 281 MB
17.7 - Dive Bomb Switch.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 274 MB
430_Pedals I.syx
  • 24.1 KB
431_Pedals II.syx
  • 24.1 KB
432_Switching Around.syx
  • 24.1 KB

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
  • 8 mins
  • 540 MB
18.1 - Layout 1 - Presets.mp4
  • 9 mins
  • 572 MB
18.2 - Layout 2 - Scenes.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 151 MB
18.3 - Layouts 3&4 - Effects.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 346 MB
18.4 - Layout 5 -Looper.mp4
  • 2 mins
  • 91.9 MB
18.5 - Layout 6 - Per-Preset.mp4
  • 8 mins
  • 493 MB
18.6 - Per-Preset Overrides.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 326 MB
18.7 - Layout 7 - Channels & Smart Bypass.mp4
  • 2 mins
  • 121 MB
18.8 - Setlists & Songs.mp4
  • 10 mins
  • 678 MB
18.9 - The Master Layout Menu.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 204 MB
18.10 - Customizing Layouts.mp4
  • 13 mins
  • 853 MB
18.11 - Stand-In Switches.mp4
  • 2 mins
  • 122 MB
18.12 - Combining the FX & Channels Layouts.mp4
  • 2 mins
  • 107 MB
18.13 - Customizing Layouts II.mp4
  • 2 mins
  • 84.7 MB
Enhanced Factory Layouts.fclayout
  • 84.5 KB
Enhanced Preset Layout.fclayout
  • 9.51 KB

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
  • 27 mins
  • 1.81 GB
Command Station I Layouts.fclayout
  • 84.5 KB
Command Station II Layouts.fclayout
  • 84.6 KB

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
  • 2 mins
  • 204 MB
20.1 - Tempo.mp4
  • 7 mins
  • 419 MB
20.2 - Pitch Follower Dynamic & Synth Leads.mp4
  • 14 mins
  • 898 MB
20.3 - LFOs.mp4
  • 17 mins
  • 1.11 GB
20.4 - Envelopes I -Gated Reverb, DynamiChorus.mp4
  • 9 mins
  • 535 MB
20.5 - Envelopes II - Auto Wah & Envelope Filter.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 252 MB
20.6 - Envelopes II - Crystal Swells.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 242 MB
20.7 - ADSR Basics.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 364 MB
20.8 - ADSR Applied - Electronica Stabs.mp4
  • 4 mins
  • 212 MB
20.9 - Sequencer - Seek Wah, Step Phaser, Auto Synth Bass.mp4
  • 10 mins
  • 640 MB
20.10 - Scene Controllers.mp4
  • 9 mins
  • 611 MB
20.11 - Control Switches.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 203 MB
433_Tempo.syx
  • 24.1 KB
434_Pitch Follower.syx
  • 24.1 KB
435_LFO Trem.syx
  • 24.1 KB
436_Simulated Double Tracking.syx
  • 24.1 KB
437_Organic Chorus.syx
  • 24.1 KB
438_Banded Ambience.syx
  • 24.1 KB
439_Gated Reverb.syx
  • 24.1 KB
440_DynamiChorus.syx
  • 24.1 KB
441_Auto Wah vs. Env Filter.syx
  • 24.1 KB
442_Enveloped in Crystals.syx
  • 24.1 KB
443_ADSR Wah.syx
  • 24.1 KB
444_ADSR Filter Sweep.syx
  • 24.1 KB
445_Sequencer.syx
  • 24.1 KB
446_Scene Controllers.syx
  • 24.1 KB
447_Scene Controllers II.syx
  • 24.1 KB
448_Control Switched Amp.syx
  • 24.1 KB

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
  • 6 mins
  • 1.46 GB
21.1 - Recording Best Practices - Recording Five Tones.mp4
  • 13 mins
  • 2.64 GB
21.2 - Recording Best Practices - Wet & Dry.mp4
  • 8 mins
  • 1.73 GB
21.3 - Reamping & Live Reamping for Tonal Control.mp4
  • 13 mins
  • 2.68 GB
449_Recording Rig (4 Cabs).syx
  • 24.1 KB
450_Recording Rig (DryWet).syx
  • 24.1 KB
451_Live Reamping Preset.syx
  • 24.1 KB

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
  • 2 mins
  • 102 MB
22.1 - Manage Presets.mp4
  • 8 mins
  • 517 MB
22.2 - Manage Cabs.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 178 MB
22.3 - Preset-Cab Bundles.mp4
  • 3 mins
  • 135 MB
22.4 - FractalBot: Updating & Bulk Operations.mp4
  • 6 mins
  • 331 MB

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
  • 23 mins
  • 1.71 GB

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!

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