9/12/09 - Axe-Fx Version 8.05 Firmware Released

Version 8.05 firmware for the Axe-Fx and Axe-Fx Ultra is now available. This new firmware contains significant improvements to the Pitch and Drive blocks and is a recommended install for all customers.

As always, firmware is available free-of-charge to all Axe-Fx customers. Head over to the downloads area to get your copy.

3/7/09 - Ultra Wins Guitarist Magazine's Highest Honor

Guitarist UK has awarded the Axe-Fx Ultra its coveted "Gold Award". The Ultra scored 5 out of 5 stars in every category. Guitarist says: "...Quality of sound, not to mention performance, is what the Axe-Fx Ultra is all about. Prepare to be stunned!"

2/9/09 - Axe-Fx Version 7 Firmware Released

Fractal Audio Systems is proud to announce the release of Version 7 firmware for the award-winning Axe-Fx and Axe-Fx Ultra Effects Processors. Version 7 brings a wealth of new features, amp models and improvements.

As always, firmware is available free-of-charge to all Axe-Fx customers. Head over to the downloads area to get your copy.

11/24/08 - Atomic & Fractal Join Forces

Fractal Audio Systems & Atomic Amplifiers are pleased to announce that they are now operating as one.  The pairing unites two rapidly growing musical instrument industry innovators with highly complementary products and skill sets.
   
Fractal’s peerless amp simulation and effects processing technology combined with Atomic’s established reputation for being the premier solution for amplifying amp modeling devices, sets the stage for truly exciting collaborations.
   
Both brands will remain intact but will benefit from shared product development, engineering, sales, service, marketing, artist relations and distribution efforts.
   
Atomic and Fractal are both known for their relentless customer focus and outstanding service acumen.  This shared philosophy of putting the customer first will only strengthen with the combined resources of both companies.
   
New offerings will not be bound by one specific design philosophy.  Regardless of whether the platform is tube, digital, solid state, hybrid or otherwise, Fractal and Atomic will work hard to earn the respect of guitarists, producers and musicians alike by creating ground-breaking, top quality gear that utilizes the technology that works best for the given application. 
   
The companies offer a sincere “thank you” to their customers for their inspiring support.

11/24/08 - Axe-Fx Ultra Goes Platinum

Hot off the press - The featured review in this months Guitar World entitled “Big Audio Dynamite!” bestows the magazine’s most prestigious award on Fractal’s Axe-Fx Ultra.  Seasoned writer, Chris Gill states “[The Axe-Fx] delivers stunning, expressive tones and effects that most players would have difficulty achieving with even the finest analog gear” and “it may be the last guitar processor many players will ever need to buy”.
If you’re not already a subscriber, go out and get a copy.  It’s a great read.

11/24/08 - Fractal Gets “Picked”

In Guitar Players December '08 Issue, veteran gear reviewer and GP Associate Editor, Barry Cleveland, taps Fractal’s Axe-Fx Ultra for the magazine’s coveted “Editor’s Pick”. “… the Axe-Fx Ultra is easily the most touch sensitive and responsive [amp simulator] in my experience” Cleveland writes “don’t be surprised if you see me using one on my next gig!”
 
To see all of Barry’s thorough write-up, grab a copy before they are sold out!

11/24/08 - Tone Merchants Gets the Axe

Fractal Audio Systems is pleased to announce Tone Merchants of Orange, CA as its first showroom/dealer.

“Tone Merchants is internationally renowned for stocking a collection the some of the finest guitar gear available.” Fractal’s Tom King states, “They offer an intimate environment to learn about, test and purchase our products as well as provide outstanding customer service.  We are very excited to be working with them.”

So, for all you Southern CA folks (as well as those who travel there) who are looking to check out an Axe-Fx, Tone Merchants has units in stock and a demo rig ready to dazzle you.