Triaxis versions

[elpingua]

I may join or start up a cover band and a diverse range of tones is something that is appealing to me. So I am looking at getting a Triaxis perhaps.

I have heard of version 2.0 and 2.1 is there any major functional or otherwise important changes?

I may go get one 2nd hand is why I ask.

Thanks.

 

[fatboy135]

check the serial number

 

[Nocki]

I Always heard everyone say you should only buy a 2 because of the problems with version 1 and the lack of the recto mod. I must say the ld1 Red sounds way better then the so called recto channel.

Is you like different styles and like a real gritty overdrive you could go for the version one. it will save you money as wel.

Nocki

 

[elpingua]

Thanks for your help guys, however I dont feel you answered my question

What are the major functional or sonic differences between version 2.0 and 2.1 if any?

Furthermore, which one has the closest to a Rectifier head sound.

Thanks

 

[fatboy135]

however I dont feel you answered my question

What are the major functional or sonic differences between version 2.0 and 2.1 if any?

I answer your question. The version 2.0 or 2.1 is only some new instructions to control some parameters, even I never know that it exists a version 2.1, the sonical differences becomes in the serial number and the boards that were implemented in that serial numbers, for answer your question we need your serial number to know which boards are mounted and we can explain you the differences.
Version 1, 2 .... are only software, we need the serial number to know the boards. so please if you want to continue the topic give us your serial number.

 

[Boogie4Life]

I think THIS may answer your question a little better...... :wink:
I TAKE NO CREDIT FOR THIS BLURB AS I AM NOT THE ORIGINAL AUTHOR!! {note:this was written some time ago and doesnt apply to the current production models}

The TriAxis was introduced to the world in October 1992 and began with serial
#T0001. That would have been the 1.0 software version. In January 1993 the
version 2.0 software was introduced. That would have been somewhere around
serial #T1700. In 1997 around serial #T5000, all TriAxis were leaving the
factory with the Phat MOD was part of the software. The Phat MOD only affects
Lead One RED. It simply smoothes out the top-end of the Rectifier Sound making
it sound more like the actual Rectifier itself.

The "FAT" Mod

TriAxis' shipped after June 97 have the new Lead One Red as standard specification. So serial #'s below 5200 have the Lead1 Recto mod and above 5200 have the "Fat Mod".

This mod is a circuit change to mode Lead One Red. A kit is available, that will enable an authorized MESA technician to do the work. Look for one in your area, or contact MESA directly.

MESA advises that users test a new TriAxis at their local dealer to see if the new tone works for them, before having the modification done. If you are happy with the sound of LD1, you may not like the change. I believe this mod is for those users that don't use their LD1 mode often. This modification will expand their use of this particular mode.

The current tone is described as being "fat, (of course) singing soloing tones that are super smooth" The high-end has been tailored for more balance.

There are no other modifications available for the TriAxis. The most current software version for the TriAxis is 2.0. Serial #'s above 1700 are version 2.0. When you power on the TriAxis the panel lights will flash a "1" for Version 1 or "2" for Version 2.

 

[fatboy135]

I think that it is an enough answer even for me, good job dude :wink:

 

[elpingua]

Excellent information. Thanks for your help guys. folks like yourself make this board great.

 

[phantomlord2oo]

from what i heard, there's a version 3 in the works. it replaces the ld1 red with a different mode. i think maybe it'd be the stiletto which would be cool since the mode as it is now doesn't sound like a recto at all.

+Mike+

 

[fatboy135]

that seems to be only a gossip on the net, there is no proves about that issue, if anyone have a triaxis 3 it could be so nice for all the forum

 

[PC Biz]

An important thing to remember is that the Triaxis will never sound like a Recto with the 2:90 power amp. The 2:90 has been around for a while, but the 2:100 is a completely different beast. You need the 2:100 with your Triaxis to get the Recto sound. The 2:90 uses simul-class power, which every Boogie player loves. But Recto players need the negative feedback loop of the 2:100 to nail the Recto sound. It is, in fact, the most 'smash your face' Recto sound you can get.

 

[fatboy135]

triaxis is mark offspring, there is no chances, nothing to think and nothing to do. People that loves old mark find the TA so nice, if you are looking forward a rectifier so buy a rectifier, I fall in love with mark sound for that reason I love my TA and I play it thinking on a mark, the ld1red is only to get a more chances and more sounds, but the TA is directly from marks, no from rectifiers.

 

[Boogie4Life]

An important thing to remember is that the Triaxis will
never sound like a Recto with the 2:90 power amp. The 2:90 has been around for a while, but the 2:100 is a completely different beast. You need the 2:100 with your Triaxis to get the Recto sound. The 2:90 uses simul-class power, which every Boogie player loves. But Recto players need the negative feedback loop of the 2:100 to nail the Recto sound. It is, in fact, the most 'smash your face' Recto sound you can get.

You also have to remember if it has the Phat mod or not which is supposed to make it sound "more Recto". I run my Tri with a 2:100 power amp and I like it,but before I had the Phat mod reversed It was nothing compared to my original 2 channel Recto. I am not just talking about saturation but overall tone. The Tri with the Phat mod was not even close in the bottom end.Palm mutes had overtones and doing triples produced loose,flubby bass. Move to the Recto and the response was tighter,punchier and cleaner. I plugged in a 2nd Tri I had here that had no Phat mod and was better,same tightness as my Recto,but just didnt sound like the Recto though.I eventually reversed my phat mod and I dig it much more now,but there are also tons of people who like the phat mod over non phat,go figure. :lol: My point is if you really want a "smash your face" Recto sound pick up an early Dual Recto {serial # before 500} and you'll hear a difference. :wink:

 

[PC Biz]

Yep, just learned from Mesa support that my Triaxis won't do the Recto sound as I thought, but the 2:100 gets you closer to the Recto sound than the 2:90. I stand corrected. I guess this means I'll have to get a Road King after all. I'm coming from a Trem-O-Verb setup, and I used to swap the 6L6s for EL34s frequently for different performance situations. I really do not want to work without the Recto sound. We shall see.

 

[Boogie4Life]

PC,
Why not look into using your Tri in conjunction with a Recto pre and something along the lines of the GCX loop switcher {as example}. You will still have the diversity of the Tri and then have capability to switch over to Recto pre when you want/need that "Recto"sound. Now I know for some that would be a lil' much,but I think you would pretty much have an extreme range of tones to choose from with that type of setup. Just a thought.....