Pre-Owned Fractal Audio Systems FM9 Mk. I Turbo

The FM9 Turbo: Fractal's Flagship Floorboard with Extra Horsepower

Advanced Amp Modeling and Ultra-Realistic Effects in One Rugged Unit

The FM9 Turbo from Fractal Audio Systems pushes the envelope of digital amp modeling, delivering flagship-quality tone in a streamlined floorboard format. Equipped with Fractal’s renowned ARES amp modeling engine, this unit offers breathtaking realism, dynamic response, and the feel of playing through real tube gear. As a Turbo edition, the FM9 Mk. I boasts increased DSP power over the standard version, allowing more complex routing, larger presets, and expanded effect combinations without compromise.

Powerful Quad-Core Processing with Turbo Performance

What sets the FM9 Turbo apart is its enhanced processing power. While the original FM9 is already a powerhouse, the Turbo version steps it up with 10 percent more DSP, letting you create patches that would push other units to their limits. This translates into more amp blocks, higher-resolution reverbs, advanced IR capabilities, and complex effect chains—all running smoothly without dropouts or compromise. Whether you're using dual amps, parallel signal paths, or effect-heavy ambient rigs, the FM9 Turbo keeps up without flinching.

Full Suite of Fractal’s Legendary Effects and Amp Models

Loaded with hundreds of amplifier models and speaker cab simulations, the FM9 Turbo covers virtually every musical genre and tone. From edge-of-breakup blues to crushing high-gain metal, it delivers exceptional clarity and depth. The effects engine includes everything from classic delays and reverbs to wild pitch shifters, ring mods, and creative studio tools. Thanks to Fractal’s attention to detail, every block is studio-grade and road-ready.

Built for Performance and Studio Flexibility

Designed to be just as at home on stage as in a studio, the FM9 Turbo features a nine-switch foot layout with customizable tap/hold functions and per-scene assignments. The color-coded mini displays above each switch allow instant visual feedback, while the full-color main display offers deep editing with intuitive navigation. Comprehensive I/O includes XLR, TRS, SPDIF, USB, and MIDI—perfect for re-amping, recording, or running direct to FOH with zero fuss.

Ideal Condition with Original Accessories

This pre-owned FM9 Turbo Mk. I is in excellent condition with only light signs of use, most notably some scratches on the bottom of the unit. It includes the original box and power cable. Whether you're stepping up from an FM3, downsizing from an Axe-Fx III, or entering the Fractal ecosystem for the first time, this unit delivers the sound and performance of top-tier hardware in a roadworthy footprint.

Specifications:

• Model: FM9 Mk. I Turbo

• Quad-Core SHARC DSP with 10% more power than standard FM9

• ARES Amp Modeling Technology

• 9 footswitches with mini LCDs and tap/hold functions

• Over 280 amplifier models and 2,200+ speaker cab IRs

• Studio-grade effects blocks including drive, delay, reverb, modulation, pitch, and more

• USB audio interface with 8x8 I/O for recording/re-amping

• XLR, TRS, MIDI, SPDIF digital I/O

• Includes original box and power cable

This effects processor ships fully insured with signature required.