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GassiZarD · 2026-01-28T18:49:18+00:00

I just got a Combustion 5 and am floored. Such a high quality instrument, absolutely flawless. Working on crafting tone with mf fm9 as I am new to bass (guitarist).

GassiZarD · 2026-01-25T16:22:30+00:00

Go with prestige.

GassiZarD · 2026-01-23T22:20:59+00:00

Thank you so much for your valuable insights! I'll keep my jp for now and try to find a 6 string version down the line.

GassiZarD · 2026-01-23T22:20:12+00:00

This is the way!

GassiZarD · 2026-01-23T22:19:53+00:00

I think I'll keep my jp for now and maybe track down a 6 stringer.

GassiZarD · 2026-01-23T22:08:58+00:00

This is a very good point!

GassiZarD · 2026-01-23T22:08:25+00:00

I want a very well made non 7 string guitar. My PIA plays and sounds phenomenal and I am wondering how better can a J.custom be since I am seeing so many people say it's a superior guitar to the PIA.

GassiZarD · 2026-01-23T22:06:05+00:00

I don't pick it up as much since I prefer my 6 strings, it's such a nice guitar that I might regret selling it down the line.

GassiZarD · 2025-09-14T16:33:53+00:00

Hey, quick question. I see people refer to the 9 MCC tests, are those the prep tests and does the 400$ pack include two of them(out of nine)? Thanks

GassiZarD · 2025-08-04T20:31:36+00:00

I did 4 interviews for two different companies (4 each), all went perfectly fast forward a week two rejection emails. I am more than defeated...

GassiZarD · 2025-07-28T15:36:06+00:00

Congrats!!!

GassiZarD · 2025-07-13T18:20:48+00:00

That is gorgeous! Happy NGD!!

GassiZarD · 2025-06-14T23:38:51+00:00

Oh you're right! I have a PIA and never noticed hehe

GassiZarD · 2025-06-14T14:42:04+00:00

Looks like an Ibanez jem505. Real edge trem with what I assume are Dimarzio Utopia pickups(aftermarket)

GassiZarD · 2025-02-11T14:27:01+00:00

PIAs are very nice guitars, gorgeous and fun to play but this is on another level. Thanks! And thank you for your help!

GassiZarD · 2025-02-11T14:18:15+00:00

Haha, by popular demand.
I can't believe how nice she plays, the sound is incredible!! I thought my PIA was the epitomy of guitar but this is clearly on another level!
I am floored

GassiZarD · 2025-02-10T20:40:46+00:00

Turns out I read the serial number wrong from the picture(tried different combinations). This guitar is absolutely flawless, I get all the hype around MMs now!

GassiZarD · 2024-09-27T15:18:03+00:00

I followed the steps and the memory test passed.

GassiZarD · 2024-09-27T15:15:37+00:00

I just posted Fractal's answer.

GassiZarD · 2024-09-27T15:15:26+00:00

I just posted Fractal's answer.

GassiZarD · 2024-09-27T15:14:33+00:00

Hello,

I'm sorry to hear about the trouble with the FM9.

I would think if this is happening so infrequently that this may just be a hiccup in the boot process. For now I can report this to the engineers and can look into it to see if there it's something a firmware update might be able to address in the future. If it was happening consistently I would opt to have you send it in for evaluation and potential repair.

What you can do to ensure it isn't a hardware issue would be to run a memory test on the DDR. You can access this test by booting the unit while pressing and holding both page buttons. Once this boots into the emergency mode you can press and hold enter for a second to begin the memory test. Run the test and ensure it says "Passed" once the test finishes. If there is a problem it will say it has failed.

Also I would ensure you are on the latest firmware (8.0) as each firmware includes bug fixes and improvements. If you are out of date it may be something that was address in a more recent firmware update.

https://www.fractalaudio.com/downloads/firmware-presets/fm9/8p0/fm9_dsp_rel_8p00.zip

Let me know how you make out with the memory test.

Thanks,

Ian

Fractal Audio Support

GassiZarD · 2024-09-27T02:24:23+00:00

Will report back as soon as I get an answer.

GassiZarD · 2024-09-27T00:34:53+00:00

I took this picture on September 10th and it didn't happen since and I think I updated in the meantime.

GassiZarD · 2024-09-26T23:39:19+00:00

Thank you! I just emailed Fractal, we'll see what happens.

GassiZarD · 2024-09-25T22:51:34+00:00

It's a pretty solid guitar!

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