Metropolis Pt. 1 by Dream Theater - Fractal Preset

$4.99

Achieve the tones of one of Dream Theater’s most well-known songs. Custom-built by Bill Worrell with options for the 4-cable method (how John Petrucci uses it).

Achieve the tones of one of Dream Theater’s most well-known songs. Custom-built by Bill Worrell with options for the 4-cable method (how John Petrucci uses it).

Two presets are included: One with amp sims for direct-to-PA and one for use with a 3-channel amp and effects loop like the JP2C+ (John Petrucci and I use it this way).

These presets replicate the song's effects and scene changes.

🔹 Preset w/ Scenes – Set up for the various song sections.
🔹 Amp & Cab Sims – Included for direct users.
🔹 MIDI Block for Amp Users – Optimized for live amp setups (4-cable method).
🔹 Authentic Song Effects – Includes key effect setups like Rhythm + Heavy Delay (Intro), Clean + Chorus (Verse), Lead + Delay (6/8 - 7/8 Break)

Important Note: Preset uses Per-Preset Overrides. To view scenes in song order, navigate to the per-preset layout. I use Layout Links so that when I select a Preset from Layout 1 (Presets), it automatically goes to Layout 6 (Per-Preset).

Scene Descriptions:

  • Scene 1: Intro

  • Scene 2: Main Rhythm

  • Scene 3: Verse (Clean + Chorus)

  • Scene 4: Chorus Lead

  • Scene 5: Lead w/ Delay

  • Scene 6: Lead No Delay

  • Scene 7: Unused

  • Scene 8: Unused