Fractal FM3 - Tips on saving CPU (get the most out of your preset)

Here are some tips and suggestions on saving CPU on your Fractal FM3
in my case it's a ‪@fractalaudiosystems‬ FM3 mark 1 , so the lowest CPU out of the newer generation units

Things can get tight sometimes when making kitchen sink style presets or more involved presets with effects, here's my approach to the problem when it comes to the FM3

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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:27 quick TIP with Global EQ
01:38 Input GATE vs GATE block tip
02:59 CPU Hungry blocks
03:47 Effect TYPE makes a difference
04:59 DRIVE block vs Amp block preamp BOOST
06:46 Using a Control switch to turn the boost on/off
08:01 TONE drive block boost vs preamp boost
09:03 Cab block savings + Dyna Cabs
11:14 Shunts use CPU
12:44 a word on CPU limit
14:06 TIP chorus saver idea with delay
17:16 General advice
18:04 Final thoughts

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