Jan 7, 2008 · Older Factory Presets may exceed 80% CPU usage, especially on the standard (non-Turbo) FM3. To address this, new Factory Presets have been created for firmware 10.0+.

Mar 31, 2024 · It was an interesting experience. Figured I'd share my thoughts: First off, the QC is indeed far easier to pick up and put a usable tone together right out of the box, people …

Nov 24, 2025 · USB Audio Driver Update for Axe-Fx III, FM3, and FM9 Michael Pickens Mar 7, 2024 Replies – Views – N/A

May 9, 2025 · The FM3 factory presets have been updated for firmware version 10.00 or newer. This version includes major improvements to sound quality and performance. As a result, …

Sep 22, 2023 · It's always worked just fine before. Never had an issue with it. Today I turned it on and my computer is not detecting it via USB. I already reinstalled all current drivers and yes …

Sep 18, 2024 · Hey guys, I have to choose between buying a used FM3 (older mk1) and a new FM3 mkii. I just wanted to know if they sound exactly the same? It just says that the newer …

Nov 12, 2024 · The question - specifically aimed at users of both the FM3 and the FM9 is (at least primarily) have the limitations of the FM3 (vs. the FM9) been a real hinderance to you, whether …

Dec 1, 2023 · Fractal’s hardware and processor choices are great, but it’s the firmware that makes it powerful. The FM3 is 3-ish years old but it was designed using a very powerful …

Sep 8, 2020 · My FM3 arrived and I had some time to put it through its paces. Background - I've been using a Helix Floor almost exclusively for something like 18 months. I've had an Axe-FX …

Mar 17, 2025 · Have the chance of picking up a used FM3. The owner states it still haves 2 year warranty. I'm in Europe - is the warranty valid for the new user? The price difference to new is …