THE MOST EPIC METAL GUITAR TECHNIQUE EVER! EVER! PERIOD!

Get back Yngwie, step aside Slash! Metallica? Lol, more like "You-suck-at-guitarica"! Cannibal Corpse? Ahaha, more like, "This sounds like a corpse playing a guitar because you suck so bad"! Dave Mustaine? More like, "I (Mu)stained the sheets because my guitar technique sucks"!

Lamb of God? More like, "I play guitar like a sheep...BAAAAA-D!" Lulz.

Korn? More like, "Listen to these korn-y guitar sounds and I suck at it!"

THIS IS THE MOST EPIC, ORIGINAL, METAL, GUITAR TECHNIQUE OF ALL TIME! EVER! EVER! PERIOD!

ELEVEN RACK | IN DEPTH // CUSTOM SPLIT RIG SETS {EDIT XML} [ADVANCED]

In this lesson we take an even deeper look into the Eleven Rack Rig XML file and learn how to manually edit it to setup custom/split rig/preset sets. This is ADVANCED! Watch the previous videos first so you know what is going on.

ELEVEN RACK | IN DEPTH // LOAD RIGS FROM COMPUTER {AND DOWNLOAD RIGS}
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVRYQeZ2YM4

ELEVEN RACK | IN DEPTH // SAVE RIGS/PRESETS TO COMPUTER

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDg_uGtCNOk

ELEVEN RACK | IN DEPTH // RIG/PRESET XML FILE [BEGINNER]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5F_FoTaFaV4

ELEVEN RACK | IN DEPTH // CUSTOM RIG SETS {EDIT XML} [INTERMEDIATE]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNPRO6Tonxk

By setting up Custom/Split Rig sets you can load rigs from the computer that go to the exact banks that you want, while skipping over the banks you do not want to overwrite.

ELEVEN RACK | IN DEPTH // CUSTOM RIG SETS {EDIT XML} [INTERMEDIATE]

In this lesson we take a deeper dive into the Eleven Rack Rig XML file and look at how we can create our own custom rig sets. A 'Custom Rig Set' is a collection of rigs that we can load onto the Eleven Rack in one-click using 'Load All Rigs From Computer'.

This is a great way to quickly load sets of Eleven Rack Rigs that you have put together for different songs, gigs, recording sessions, or anything along those lines.

ELEVEN RACK | IN DEPTH // RIG/PRESET XML FILE [BEGINNER]

In this lesson we take a look at the XML file that gets generated when we use 'Save All Rigs To Computer'. This is the same XML file that we need in order to use 'Load All Rigs From Computer'.

It is essential to understand how the XML file works in order to manipulate it to our needs in creating custom rig sets, automatically, or manually.

ELEVEN RACK | IN DEPTH // SAVE RIGS/PRESETS TO COMPUTER

In this video we will look at how to save the rigs/presets on our Eleven Rack to our computer for later use, sharing, and to serve as a backup.

You can save one rig at a time, or save all rigs at one time. When you "Save All Rigs To Computer", you will also generate an .xml file that will allow you to "Load All Rigs From Computer" in one click.

ELEVEN RACK | IN DEPTH // LOAD RIGS FROM COMPUTER {AND DOWNLOAD RIGS}

In this video we will look at how to load/use Eleven Rack Rigs/Presets that you save to your computer, or that you have downloaded. We will look at loading one rig at a time (Load From Computer), and loading multiple rigs at one time (Load All Rigs From Computer).

You will need the Eleven Rack Editor. The Standalone Editor, or the integrated editor in Pro Tools 10 and lower.

Download the FREE Standalone Eleven Rack Editor
http://connect.avid.com/eleven-rack-editor.html

Eleven Rack Drivers
http://avid.force.com/pkb/articles/download/Eleven-Rack-Drivers

ELEVEN RACK | IN DEPTH // SAVE RIGS/PRESETS TO COMPUTER
http://elevenrackusers.blogspot.com/2017/04/eleven-rack-in-depth-save-rigspresets.html

ELEVEN RACK - BYPASS THE CAB/MIC - EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

There are several ways, and reasons, to bypass the cab block on the Eleven Rack. Maybe you want to use the Eleven Rack with a real amp and cab, or maybe you want to use Impulse Responses in your DAW for the cab.

With the Eleven Rack, you have a few options depending on the outputs you want to use. You can bypass the cab manually, you can set the cab to always be OFF, or you could use an Output to Amp port and set the source to AMP OUTPUT (which is split off before the cab).

THE NEW "ELEVEN RACK" IS HERE....SORT OF....

HEAD RUSH has announced a new guitar sim/fx unit, the HeadRush Pedalboard. It was created by the team that brought us the original, beloved Eleven Rack.

Here is the press release from GearSlutz:

"HeadRush, an innovative new manufacturer of next generation guitar products, today announced their first product, the HeadRush Pedalboard. Featuring a finely tuned quad-core processor and powered by its exclusive Eleven HD ExpandedTM DSP software, the HeadRush Pedalboard delivers the most versatile, realistic-sounding and responsive amplifier, cabinet, microphone and FX models ever found in a floorboard guitar FX processor.Created by the original team that brought you Eleven®, the HeadRush Pedalboard delivers a new generous and diverse offering of classic vintage and modern amp and FX models, including exclusive original boutique effects that can’t be found anywhere else, as well as the ability to load your own custom impulse response (IR) files. Whether guitarists are looking for a classic warm vintage amp with natural tube drive, wide ambient stereo delay textures with infinite feedback, or the heaviest of heavy djent tone, the HeadRush Pedalboard covers it all and everything between!The HeadRush Pedalboard also delivers long-awaited exclusive features that can’t be found on any other processor in its class, including gapless preset switching, a looper with over 20 minutes of record time, the ability to peel off loop layers in the reverse order they were added, and much more.The HeadRush Pedalboard is housed in a rugged, road-ready steel chassis and it features twelve footswitches with their own OLED displays that are easily viewable from all angles. The heart of the HeadRush Pedalboard is the 7-inch touch display and its guitarist-oriented user interface, enabling guitarists to touch, swipe, and drag-and-drop to instantly create and edit their rigs in an unprecedented realistic and intuitive way. The large display also gives ultra-clear feedback when performing live; especially when making slight changes to your tone using the ‘Hands-Free Mode’.“The HeadRush Pedalboard is a dream come true for guitarists!” said product manager Walter Skorupski, “Using the touch screen is a truly organic experience that’s so familiar and natural to guitarists; making it easy to just jump right in and create amazing sounding rigs in seconds. This is a real game changer, and we can’t wait to hear the tones that guitarists are going to create!”Headrush will ship with an MSRP of £899.99 and will be available Q1 2017. "

Check this out - CUSTOM CV ELEVEN RACK

The people over at Ninstrument have created a pretty cool custom CV (control voltage) Mod of the Avid Eleven Rack. Head over to http://www.ninstrument.com to learn more about it.

Support BenoniStudio on Patreon

Over the years I have been asked several times, how can someone support the videos I make and the thousands of free presets that are available on this site. There is a Paypal Donate option on this page, but some were looking for another way to support the free content I have provided for several years.

Now, you can support my work on Patreon. The demand for video is higher than ever, and that means as a creator, we need to buy more and more equipment to produce high quality videos and content.
With Patreon, you can support this content for as little as $1 a month, and cancel at anytime.

You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=4518225

ELEVEN RACK - AUTOMATION EXPLAINED PART 2 ADDENDUM - ESSENTIAL CONCEPTS

In this video I cover some essential concepts to understand when using Automation with the Eleven Rack in Pro Tools. This is an addendum to the first Eleven Rack Automation video, so please watch that first.

ELEVEN RACK - AUTOMATION EXPLAINED PART 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LCi_wmSbz0

Be sure to also watch the Program Change video to see how to have Pro Tools switch your Eleven Rack Rig/Preset automatically
Eleven Rack - Automated Rig Change
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PO7Z915uznA

In this video I will go over more concepts of using a foot controller to record automation, how to move and delete automation, how to record automation in multiple passes, cover more automation tips, and finally take a quick look at using the Multiple FX option and using automation with that.

ELEVEN RACK - AUTOMATION EXPLAINED PART 1 (Automate Effects, Amps, Ect...)

In this video I'll show you everything you need to know about using automation with the Eleven Rack. I'll cover how to automating effects, amps, and everything else by using MIDI tracks in Pro Tools. We'll look at how to find the CC# for any parameter in the Eleven Rack PDF, and on the Eleven Rack itself. You'll see how to setup your MIDI tracks, add CC#s, and how to draw your automation with the Pencil Tool. You will also see how you can record your automation into Pro Tools using a MIDI Foot Controller. I'll also cover a few other things about automation and the Eleven Rack in general. So strap in, grab a drink, grab a guitar, and let's dig in deep!

I'll be using Pro Tools, but the concept is the same for any DAW. With automation, you can have your DAW control things like the Wah position, Distortion On/Off, Delay mix, ect… You can even automate Amp parameter changes, Rig input, and so much more! I can't cover everything, but the concept will be the same. Simply find the parameter you want to automate, find and add the CC#, and draw in the automation.

Eleven Rack Editor Won't Open

After about 3 years, I finally experienced a problem with the Eleven Rack Editor! I opened it, it populated in the task-bar, but would NOT OPEN!

In this video I will show you the method that worked for me to get up and running quick.

Another method that might work for some would be to RIGHT-CLICK "Eleven Rack Editor" in the task-bar and choose MOVE. That did not work for me.
http://www.sweetwater.com/sweetcare/articles/when-i-open-the-eleven-rack-editor-on-my-windows-computer-the-window-is-off-the-screen/

The method that should work for everyone is to DELETE the Eleven Rack Editor Preferences files.

WHAT DOES ELEVEN RACK PRO/MKII/2 NEED?

New POLL up (in the right side-bar) asking "What Does The Next ELEVEN RACK Need?"

First, I have NO knowledge if we will ever see another Eleven Rack, or any new features added to the current Eleven Rack (though I do doubt it for the current version).

If you could have ANY features, what would they be? I have listed several options, but if I missed something, leave a comment of what feature you want/need.

How much would you pay for a new Eleven Rack assuming it had all the features you want?

What should the name be? What should the form factor be? What features does is need? What should be included with it? Should it be orange, or maybe brushed aluminum, or black brushed aluminum? Should it have a larger screen? What about a touch screen? Should it be available in multiple form factors, like: Rack, pedal board, desktop, amp style? Vote now!

UPDATE! D/L ALL BenoniStudio Eleven Rack Rigs (back in a .zip)

A few months ago I switched over to using a self-extracting archive for all my custom Eleven Rack Rigs because there were problems with the file paths and names being too long for a .zip file to compress and uncompress. But, there were reports of a few problems with that method on OSX. So, I have re-named a few things and shortened the paths, and now everything is available as a .zip file again.

Download Here
http://elevenrackusers.blogspot.com/2014/11/now-available-download-all-benoni.html

Komplete Audio 6 w/Eleven Rack via S/PDIF

I already have a series of videos I did several years ago on how to use S/PDIF with the Eleven Rack. This video will go over the same concepts, but in a different way. Keep in mind, all of these concepts are applicable to ANY audio interface and external S/PDIF gear.

(View on YouTube to read the Description and find time-stamps for each segment)

KOMPLETE AUDIO 6 - S/PDIF EXPLAINED (DAW, External Effects Processor, Eleven Rack) 

104 ORIGINAL Eleven Rack FACTORY Rigs

I have included the Original Eleven Rack Factory Rigs in the "ALL BENONI STUDIO RIGS" download, but I have never offered just these rigs on their own download on this site. I have always had them up on the DUC, but some people have had problems finding them, so here they are.

These are the 104 Original Eleven Rack Factory Rigs that came with Firmware 1.0.3 (these are PRE-ERXP Rigs). There is also a .XML included so you can load them in one-shot. These were provided to me by Avid several years ago, and they are fine with me hosting them. These are the only rigs I offer that I did not personally create.

104 ORIGINAL ELEVEN RACK FACTORY RIGS FW103 - DOWNLOAD (81.58 KB)

Eleven Rack #2 Communication Error - Why it Happens and How to Fix it

If you are getting the "Eleven Rack #2" error with Pro Tools 11 or Pro Tools 12+ on Windows, this video will show you why it happens and how to fix it.

If you have the "Eleven Rack #2" error, you will probably also have problems with Embedded Rig settings. So I suggest you go through all the steps and re-install the driver with the correct steps, don't just rely on unchecking the device in the MIDI menu.

Eleven Rack w/ Surface Pro 3 - A Quick Test

The Eleven Rack Editor is surprisingly easy to use with touch. You won't even need to use your Surface Pen. This would be a great setup for a gig or practice just to have access to the Eleven Rack Editor and the ability to Load and Save Rigs.

Pro Tools is another story for touch. Pro Tools is not built for touch, that is obvious, but it is usable. Adding in a Type Cover and Surface Pro Pen will be a must. The Eleven Rack works just fine with Pro Tools on our Surface Pro 3. Recording and playback works. Of course the issue would be the Surface has one USB port. We need a minimum of two USB ports for the iLok and Eleven Rack - so you will need a USB hub or the Surface Pro Dock to use Pro Tools and the Eleven Rack at the same time.

If I were going to do serious recording I would add in an external USB hard drive (or two), and attach a USB wireless full size Keyboard and Mouse. And if a full size monitor were available, I would utilize the Mini DisplayPort out on the Surface Pro 3 as well.

Load Embedded Rig Settings from the CLIPS LIST in Pro Tools

As most know, you can right click a track to load your embedded rig setting. However, you also have the option to load the Eleven Rack embedded rig settings from the CLIPS LIST in Pro Tools.

There were other ways to load embedded rigs in PTLE 8 and PT9-10, such as right from the Eleven Rack Editor. But since the Editor is now Standalone (since Pro Tools 11) we no longer have that option.