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.