Fractal FM3 Perform Layout – My Live Gig Setup Explained

In this video, I walk through how I use the Perform Layout on the Fractal Audio FM3 for live gigs. After years of gigging with a consistent preset structure, I needed a more streamlined way to access different sounds without jumping between layouts mid-song. The Perform layout completely changed my workflow. I’ll show you: • How I structure Scenes 1–3 • How I navigate presets quickly • How I control all my core effects from one layout • How I change delay and chorus types live • How I integrate the Ampero dual footswitch • How to set up Stand-In Switches This setup allows me to: ✔ Stay locked in one performance layout ✔ Access effects instantly ✔ Change delay & chorus types mid-song ✔ Avoid unnecessary tap dancing ✔ Switch presets without losing control consistency If you’re gigging with the FM3, this approach might transform your live setup too. Hotone Dual Footswitch Pedal Momentary 2-Way Pedal Foot Switch Controller Ampero Switch: https://amzn.to/4ctGNzP (Affiliate link) #FM3 #FractalAudio #FM3Edit #FM3Looper #GuitarPractice #GuitarGear #fractalaudiofm3 #FractalAudioSystems #G66 🎸 My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/PaulHillGuitarist 🎵 More FM3 videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLADZyeqz11eRz03TtUeQ2OEFNErNmq7i8 Don’t forget to subscribe for more guitar gear demos, FM3 presets, tutorials and performance videos. 🎸 Start here — Master Guitar Modes in Under One Hour Unlock the fretboard and understand scales and modes with this quick, powerful mini-course: https://learn.guitarmasteryonline.com/master-guitar-modes 🎓 Want personalised guitar lessons? I offer online one-to-one tuition and face-to-face lessons from my studio in Norwich: https://paulhillguitarist.com 🎵 Need live music for your wedding or event? https://paulhillguitarist.com/wedding-music-norfolk-daytime-evening/ 00:00 Intro – Why I Changed My Setup 00:21 The Problem with Preset Jumping 00:38 Why I Switched to Perform Layout 01:22 How the Perform Layout Works 02:30 Accessing Effects Easily (View 4) 03:09 Changing Delay & Chorus Types Live 03:58 Ampero Dual Footswitch Setup 04:40 Final Result – Why This Works Live