Metallica-Inspired Axe-Fx II Presets

Get 92 tone-matched presets built for the Fractal Axe-Fx II, styled after the guitar tones of James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett. The collection spans Metallica’s discography from 1983 to 2008. So you get decades of metal tone in one download.

Load these up, and you’ll skip the guesswork entirely. Every preset is ready to play, giving you accurate, heavy guitar tone without hours of manual dialing.

Tone Match Technology

The Tone Match block on your Axe-Fx lets you transform any preset to match a reference signal. That reference can be a studio recording or a live amp mic feed. Either way, you get precise, repeatable results.

Once you’re happy with a match, you can save it directly into your current preset. Or export it as a User Cab IR for use elsewhere. Full editing access means you stay in complete control of every amp and effect setting.

Featured Presets

This collection includes tone-matched presets inspired by tracks like “Enter Sandman,” “Master of Puppets,” “One,” “Fade to Black,” “Sad But True,” “Nothing Else Matters,” “Ride the Lightning,” “Whiplash,” “Seek & Destroy,” and “The Unforgiven,” among dozens more spanning the band’s catalog.

Key Features & Benefits

92 Tone-Matched Presets — Styled after James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett’s guitar tones across Metallica’s catalog.
25 Years of Metal Tone — Presets span the band’s discography from 1983 to 2008.
Built with Tone Match — Created using the Axe-Fx’s own Tone Match block for precise, repeatable accuracy.
Zero Tweaking Required — Every preset loads pre-programmed and ready to play.

What’s Included in the Download

Preset Files: 92 tone-matched presets in .SYX format, compatible with the Axe-Fx II.
Compatibility: Axe-Fx II.
Digital Delivery: Instant download upon receipt of payment. No physical media, no shipping wait.
Support: Contact us directly for installation help or file access issues. See our FAQ page for common questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will these presets work with my Axe-Fx II?

Yes. This collection is built specifically for the Axe-Fx II and delivered in .SYX format. So it loads directly, with no conversion needed.

Are these official Metallica presets?

No. These are tone-matched presets inspired by and styled after James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett’s guitar tones. They aren’t created, licensed, or endorsed by Metallica.

Can I use these presets in commercial recordings and live performances?

Yes. Once purchased, the presets are yours to use in unlimited personal, commercial, and live performance projects. However, reselling or redistributing the files themselves is not permitted.