Manufacturers

Guitar Pedals from Fractal Audio

Welcome to your ultimate guide to Fractal Audio's guitar pedals. This catalog serves as your starting point to explore and compare all pedals crafted by Fractal Audio. Designed for easy navigation, we hope you can quickly find detailed information on each pedal, including specifications, user reviews, and demo videos. Whether you're searching for the latest releases, seeking to expand your pedal collection, or exploring options for a specific sound, hopefully Stompbx can assist you in finding exactly what you need.

Controllers and Switches

FC-6

The FC-6 by Fractal Audio is a foot controller designed for use with the Axe- Fx III, FM9, and FM3 processors. It offers an array of features and capabilities, incorporating years of innovation and customer feedback. The FC-6 features six SSS™ switches that are extremely quiet and durable, with no mechanical switch contacts to fail. It is housed in a powder-coated 16-gauge steel chassis with durable protective endcaps doubling as feet. The dimensions of the FC-6 are 11.4″ x 9.2″ x 3.5″ (283mm x 233mm x 88mm), and it weighs 6.7 lbs (3 kg). The FC-6 is equipped with larger and easier-to-read footswitch "mini- displays," with the height of individual characters of text doubling from 4.6mm to 9.2mm, as well as being presented in a bolder and more readable font. The unit also features a 2×20 Transflective Main Display that shows presets, scenes, and more. Each footswitch has its own customizable LCD Mini-Display, and a variable-color LED ring shows the status of on, off, or dim depending on the state of whatever the switch is connected to. The FC-6 offers plug-and-play with smart default settings, or the ability to create custom layouts. It also supports daisy-chaining up to four FC units for bigger setups. The FASLINK™ II port allows for connecting to an Axe-Fx III, FM9, or FM3, and there is a FASLINK™ II "thru" port for connecting to other daisy-chained FC units. Additionally, the FC-6 has four jacks for connecting expression pedals and another two jacks for connecting up to four external switches. Overall, the FC-6 is designed to be easy to use while granting extreme flexibility, making it suitable for both stage and studio use.

EV-1 Expression Pedal

The EV-1 Expression Pedal by Fractal Audio is a full-sized pedal measuring 11.4 inches in length and weighing 3.7 lbs. It is designed to be very comfortable to use and feels familiar compared to classic volume pedals. The pedal features a smooth long "throw" that provides expressive control. It combines high-quality expression pedal and analog volume into one unit, with a true linear response, planetary gearing, and a long, smooth "throw". The EV-1 also serves as an analog volume pedal, with separate IN and OUT jacks connected to an audio-taper pot. It features a sturdy cast metal housing and a comfortable non-slip rubber tread. The pedal is perfect for use with all Fractal Audio Systems products and many third-party devices.

FC-12

The FC-12 by Fractal Audio is a foot controller designed to provide comprehensive control over performances with the Axe-Fx III, FM9, and FM3 processors. It features a powder-coated 16-gauge steel chassis with durable protective endcaps doubling as feet, ensuring durability for tough tours and bright stages. The unit is equipped with SSS™ footswitches that are extremely durable and quiet, with no mechanical contacts to fail. The FC-12 has a 2×20 Transflective Main Display showing presets, scenes, and more, and every footswitch has its own customizable LCD Mini-Display, which is significantly larger and more legible on the FC Mark II models. The LED rings and displays are designed to be easy to read even under adverse lighting conditions, making the pedalboard extremely informative and user-friendly. The FC-12 has dimensions of 20.2″ x 9.2″ x 3.5″ (512mm x 233mm x 88mm) and weighs 11 lbs (5 kg). It also features a FASLINK™ II port for connecting to an Axe-Fx III, FM9, or FM3, as well as a FASLINK™ II “thru” port for connecting to other daisy-chained FC units. Additionally, it has the capability to add up to four external pedals and four switches per FC unit. The FC-12 can trigger the Axe-Fx III, FM9, or FM3 to generate and transmit messages from its own MIDI out port to connected devices. The unit is designed to be easy to use while granting extreme flexibility, and it can be updated with new features through host firmware for years to come. Overall, the FC-12 is a versatile and durable foot controller that offers comprehensive control and flexibility for live performances and studio use with Fractal Audio processors.

Multi-Effect Pedals

FC-6

The FC-6 by Fractal Audio is a foot controller designed for use with the Axe- Fx III, FM9, and FM3 processors. It offers an array of features and capabilities, incorporating years of innovation and customer feedback. The FC-6 features six SSS™ switches that are extremely quiet and durable, with no mechanical switch contacts to fail. It is housed in a powder-coated 16-gauge steel chassis with durable protective endcaps doubling as feet. The dimensions of the FC-6 are 11.4″ x 9.2″ x 3.5″ (283mm x 233mm x 88mm), and it weighs 6.7 lbs (3 kg). The FC-6 is equipped with larger and easier-to-read footswitch "mini- displays," with the height of individual characters of text doubling from 4.6mm to 9.2mm, as well as being presented in a bolder and more readable font. The unit also features a 2×20 Transflective Main Display that shows presets, scenes, and more. Each footswitch has its own customizable LCD Mini-Display, and a variable-color LED ring shows the status of on, off, or dim depending on the state of whatever the switch is connected to. The FC-6 offers plug-and-play with smart default settings, or the ability to create custom layouts. It also supports daisy-chaining up to four FC units for bigger setups. The FASLINK™ II port allows for connecting to an Axe-Fx III, FM9, or FM3, and there is a FASLINK™ II "thru" port for connecting to other daisy-chained FC units. Additionally, the FC-6 has four jacks for connecting expression pedals and another two jacks for connecting up to four external switches. Overall, the FC-6 is designed to be easy to use while granting extreme flexibility, making it suitable for both stage and studio use.

FM3

The FM3 by Fractal Audio is a compact floor unit with a durable steel chassis and protective endcaps. It features a full-color display and an easy-to-use front panel interface. The FM3 is powered by a 3-Core “Griffin” DSP with one ARM and two SHARC+ cores, providing superior power in a compact format. It includes ARES Amp Modeling technology, capturing the subtle sonic characteristics of real tube amps with 265+ models offering an impressive range of tones. The FM3 also includes the entire speaker cab impulse response (“IR”) collection from the Axe-Fx III, with a stunning 2,200+ “Factory” choices and 2000+ “User” locations to store custom sounds from free or commercial packages. In terms of connectivity, the FM3 offers an instrument input with Fractal Audio’s proprietary low-noise analog circuitry, stereo main outputs, a headphone output, MIDI In and Out/Thru, and a 48kHz SPDIF out. It also features 4×4 USB audio, two global equalizers, and a Tap Tempo function. The rear panel of the FM3 also includes a second stereo pair of TRS Inputs and ¼″ Humbuster outputs that can be used as a stereo effects loop or for auxiliary purposes. The FM3 has three onboard footswitches, each with variable-color LED rings and mini LCD displays, providing both tap and hold functions that can be customized to do different things on eight different switch “layouts.” Additionally, a FASLINK II port allows the FM3 to be connected with up to two Fractal Audio FC-12 or FC-6 foot controllers, providing extended control options. The FM3-EDIT, a full-featured software editor, is included free, and the FM3 is fully compatible with Fractal-Bot for preset sharing, easy backup and restore, plus firmware updates. The direct price for the FM3 is $999.99, with a list price of $1399.99. Technical Specifications: \- Dimensions: 11.1″ x 9.3″ x 4.05″ (281mm x 236mm x 103mm) \- Weight: 7 lbs 1.6 oz (3.22 kg) \- Processors: 3-Core “Griffin” DSP with one ARM and two SHARC+ cores \- Connectivity: Instrument input, stereo main outputs, headphone output, MIDI In and Out/Thru, 48kHz SPDIF out, 4×4 USB audio, two global equalizers, Tap Tempo function, second stereo pair of TRS Inputs and ¼″ Humbuster outputs The FM3 is designed to deliver Fractal Audio’s uncompromising signature sound quality and rugged reliability in a compact, convenient, grab-and-go format.

Modeling Amps

FM3

The FM3 by Fractal Audio is a compact floor unit with a durable steel chassis and protective endcaps. It features a full-color display and an easy-to-use front panel interface. The FM3 is powered by a 3-Core “Griffin” DSP with one ARM and two SHARC+ cores, providing superior power in a compact format. It includes ARES Amp Modeling technology, capturing the subtle sonic characteristics of real tube amps with 265+ models offering an impressive range of tones. The FM3 also includes the entire speaker cab impulse response (“IR”) collection from the Axe-Fx III, with a stunning 2,200+ “Factory” choices and 2000+ “User” locations to store custom sounds from free or commercial packages. In terms of connectivity, the FM3 offers an instrument input with Fractal Audio’s proprietary low-noise analog circuitry, stereo main outputs, a headphone output, MIDI In and Out/Thru, and a 48kHz SPDIF out. It also features 4×4 USB audio, two global equalizers, and a Tap Tempo function. The rear panel of the FM3 also includes a second stereo pair of TRS Inputs and ¼″ Humbuster outputs that can be used as a stereo effects loop or for auxiliary purposes. The FM3 has three onboard footswitches, each with variable-color LED rings and mini LCD displays, providing both tap and hold functions that can be customized to do different things on eight different switch “layouts.” Additionally, a FASLINK II port allows the FM3 to be connected with up to two Fractal Audio FC-12 or FC-6 foot controllers, providing extended control options. The FM3-EDIT, a full-featured software editor, is included free, and the FM3 is fully compatible with Fractal-Bot for preset sharing, easy backup and restore, plus firmware updates. The direct price for the FM3 is $999.99, with a list price of $1399.99. Technical Specifications: \- Dimensions: 11.1″ x 9.3″ x 4.05″ (281mm x 236mm x 103mm) \- Weight: 7 lbs 1.6 oz (3.22 kg) \- Processors: 3-Core “Griffin” DSP with one ARM and two SHARC+ cores \- Connectivity: Instrument input, stereo main outputs, headphone output, MIDI In and Out/Thru, 48kHz SPDIF out, 4×4 USB audio, two global equalizers, Tap Tempo function, second stereo pair of TRS Inputs and ¼″ Humbuster outputs The FM3 is designed to deliver Fractal Audio’s uncompromising signature sound quality and rugged reliability in a compact, convenient, grab-and-go format.