Additions:

Added two new “Optical” types to Compressor block. The Optical 1 type is based on classic optical tube compressors famed for their smooth sound. Use before the Amp block to smooth out your licks and increase sustain. Use after the Amp block for instant “Hit Record” sound. The Optical 2 type is similar to Optical 1 but uses a true RMS detector.

Added Input Level switch to Pedal and Optical types in Compressor block. Use “Instrument” when compressor is placed before Amp block. Use “Line” when compressor is placed after.

Added “Shimmer Drive” type to Drive block.

Fixes:

Reduced output level of “Brit AFS100” amp models.

Fixed bug where older presets may cause the Amp block to initialize with invalid parameter values potentially causing lockups.

Fixed a bug that caused a drop in output gain on some amp models.

Fixed the loading of User Cabs on presets created with firmware older than V7.00

Improved runtime performance by 0.5% - 1.0% depending on the preset. NOTE: Your mileage may vary depending on controller assignments and global settings.

The AX8 V7.01 is released and now available for download. This firmware addresses a couple of issues discovered the V7.00 release. Please read the release notes before installing, and as always, we recommend you back up your AX8 with Fractal-Bot before upgrading.AX8 V7.01 fixes a couple of bugs from V7.00 and adds 2 new compressors to the COMPRESSOR block, and a new drive pedal to the DRIVE block.