Two LEGENDARY Drives in the Axe Fx that you Should Be Using 

Text Breakdown of the Tutorial: Two Legendary Drives in the Fractal That You Should Be Using In this tutorial, John Cordy showcases the Timmy and Zen Drive models within the Fractal Audio Fractal, highlighting their versatility and tonal possibilities. Below are detailed insights into these drive blocks, with practical tips and usage scenarios. John starts with a clean preset using the ODS-100 Ford amp model with the following settings: Compressor: Dynamicomp - 3.8 Compression, Mix 80.6 %, Level +12 dB Drive 1: Timothy Mid Drive 2: Zen Master Amp: ODS-100 Ford Settings: Bass: 4.7 Mid: 5 Treble: 6.8 Presence: 3.4 Gain: 4.5 Overdrive: 5 Master: 7.2 Bright Switch: Off Cab: 4x12 Recto cab with a condenser mic Dual delay set at 375ms and 500ms, 13% Mix Reverb: Ice Castle, Time: 5.1 sec, Pre-Delay 19.7ms, Mix: 23% Detailed Drive Block Insights Timmy Drive Introduction and Setup: • The Timmy drive, modeled after Paul Cochrane's Timmy, is known for its transparent overdrive, offering independent control over bass and treble frequencies. • John uses the Timothy Mid setting for a balanced mid-range response. Timmy Controls: • Bass Control: Adjusts the bass frequencies, acting as a bass cut. Cutting the bass helps achieve a clearer tone, while setting it low adds warmth. • Treble Control: Adjusts the treble frequencies, functioning as a treble cut. Increasing the treble cut smooths out the high end. • Gain: When high, adjust the bass cut. • Level: 3-5 Usage: • Demonstrates the versatility of the Timmy drive from low-gain, transparent overdrive to tighter, more defined tones suitable for rhythm playing. • Highlights the Timmy's ability to cut through mixes due to its frequency shaping capabilities. Zen Drive Introduction and Setup: • The Zen Drive, modeled after the Hermida Audio Zendrive, is designed in collaboration with Robben Ford to achieve thick "Dumblesque" tones from Fender amplifiers. • This model is renowned for its smooth mid-range overdrive, making it ideal for lead tones. Zen Drive Controls: • Voice: Adjusts the overall character from darker to brighter tones. • Drive: Balance it with the Voice. • Tone: Functions as a high-end roll-off, smoothing out the higher frequencies. • Level: 4-5 Usage: • Describes the Zen Drive as a "lead tone in a box," offering a creamy, smooth overdrive perfect for solos. • Shows how to balance the amount of sizzle and smoothness for different lead styles. Combining Timmy and Zen Drive Stacking Drives: • Demonstrates how stacking the Timmy and Zen Drive creates a more complex and harmonically rich overdrive sound. • Using the Timmy to shape the high end before hitting the Zen Drive enhances tonal depth and character. Versatility: • Both drives are versatile enough to be used alone or in combination with high-gain amp settings. Popular Drive Models in Fractal Audio Here are a few notable and widely used drive models available in the Fractal Audio Fractal: • T808 OD: Based on the Ibanez TS-808 Tube Screamer, known for its mid-hump and smooth overdrive. • Rat Distortion: Modeled after the ProCo Rat, famous for its aggressive and versatile distortion. • FAS Boost: A clean boost that can add volume without altering the tone. • BB Pre (AT): Based on the Xotic BB Preamp, offering a fat, singing lead tone. • Suhr Riot: Known for its high-gain distortion with clarity and punch. • Klone Chiron: A model of the Klon Centaur, revered for its transparent overdrive and clean boost capabilities. These models cover a wide range of tonal possibilities, from subtle boosts and transparent overdrives to aggressive distortions and fuzz effects, making the Fractal Audio Drive block an incredibly versatile tool for any guitarist. By integrating these drive blocks into your setup, you can explore a wide array of tones and find the perfect overdrive sound for your playing style. Happy tone shaping!

Great sounds and playing!

FM3 ordered and on its way! Great Ain’t no Sunshine rendition @johnnathancordy ! @TitanCoach

John, you're playing is at a whole new level!

Thank you John Cordy .👏👏🧑‍🎤

Love love love this tone!

Nice tones!

Saw the title and thought "he's going to say Timmy and Zen". Those are my favorites too. But, I haven't stacked them because of CPU limitations - I switch them on channels.

Still hoping John will Tone Match the Fractal to his HEADFIRST amplifier. That amp is so Great!!!

Timmy mid is my prefer drive on Fractal.

dude could play a potato and make it sound great...tones are not that different from HX Stomp,imho