Digidesign's Eleven Rack is a revolutionary guitar recording system designed to solve the challenges guitarists face in the studio and on stage. Eleven Rack uses a unique tone cloning design and one-of-a-kind, custom-designed True-Z input to re-create the experience of playing through a full guitar rig. By combining studio-Standard Pro Tools software with a DSP-accelerated high-resolution interface, Eleven Rack puts professional recording into the hands of every guitar player. Whether you're tracking in the studio or playing on stage, this rackmountable multi-effects processor delivers fresh, mind-blowing, hyper-realistic guitar amp and effects tones that will inspire your best performances.

Eleven Rack in the Studio
Eleven Rack combines studio-standard Pro Tools software with a high-resolution, dual DSP-powered audio interface so you'll never have to worry about latency when recording with its built-in amp/effects tones -- nor will your computer have to carry the processing burden. Eleven Rack also takes re-amping to the next level by recording both dry and processed guitar signals simultaneously, allowing you to re-amplify later without patching a single cable. We even found a way to embed the Eleven Rack amp and effects settings into the audio tracks you record, enabling you to automatically recall those settings from your audio files on any Pro Tools system with Eleven Rack.

Eleven Rack On Stage
Eleven Rack also rocks onstage as a standalone amp tone and effects signal processor -- we pulled out all the stops to make sure it sounds and feels just like playing through the real deal. We also included a classic collection of effects, from must-have stompboxes to world-class rackmount studio processors. Eleven Rack has all the I/O flexibility you need to integrate it into your existing rig, and easily incorporate the tones you've recorded with into your live setup -- closing the gap between studio and stage. Eleven Rack also offers incredibly powerful control options using affordable MIDI controllers and expression pedals, giving you full foot control over everything from vintage wah effects to tempo-driven delays and more.

Eleven Rack combines hyper-realistic guitar amp and effects tones with a dual-DSP-powered interface and studio-standard Pro Tools LE(R) software to create the ultimate recording solution for guitar players.

Introducing True-Z
Among guitar tonehounds, it's a well-known fact that input impedance -- the electronic resistance found in the input circuit of the amp or effect you're plugged in to -- has a huge impact on your guitar tone. We realized that re-creating this electronic relationship was critical in nailing the sound and feel of our emulations. Others have tried to fake this with signal processing but we weren't satisfied with a one-size-fits-all-approach. Each guitar reacts uniquely with each amp or effect -- so we had to come up with a true analog solution that allows your guitar to interact realistically with our amp and effect re-creations.

That's why we developed True-Z -- a unique analog input circuit that replicates the input impedance of classic stompbox pedals and guitar amps, resulting in amazingly realistic sounds. It's almost as if the True-Z input on Eleven Rack morphs into the 1/4" input jack of whatever classic stompbox or amplifier you are using. When you plug into Eleven Rack, you get the same response -- and same great tone -- as when plugging in to a vintage stompbox or guitar amp. You can also manually control the impedance of the True-Z input and set it to a value that suits your playing best.



Eleven Rack Hardware
- Unique True-Z auto-impedance matching guitar input

- Incredible emulations of classic guitar amp tones inspired by Fender(R), Vox(R), Marshall(R), Soldano, and Mesa/Boogie(R) amps*

- Refined collection of sought-after classic stompbox tones inspired by effects from MXR(R), Electro-Harmonix(R), Ibanez(R), ProCo, Univox(R), and more*

- Powerful collection of studio-quality rackmount effects processors

- Convolution-based cabinet emulations deliver unprecedented realism in cabinet tones

- Convolution-based microphone emulations inspired by classic dynamic, condenser, and ribbon mic designs

- Integrated FX loop switchable to incorporate existing mono or stereo rack and stompbox effects

- Controllable via MIDI controllers and expression pedals

- Built-in tuner

- Tap-tempo control of time-based effects

- High-speed USB 2.0 connection

- Supports up to 8 simultaneous channels of high-resolution recording up to 24-bit/96 kHz

- Stereo balanced XLR outputs and dedicated 1/4 in. outputs

- XLR mic input with 48V phantom power and pad switch

- 2 x 1/4 in. line-level inputs

- AES/EBU and S/PDIF digital I/O

- Stereo 1/4 in. headphone jack

- 1 x 1 MIDI I/O

* Eleven Rack is not connected with, or approved or endorsed by, the owners of Electro-Harmonix(R), Fender(R), Ibanez(R), Marshall(R), Mesa/Boogie(R), MXR(R), ProCo, Soldano, Univox(R), and Vox(R) names. These names are used solely to identify the guitar amplifiers and effects emulated by Eleven Rack.

Tone
Up until now, amp modeling solutions haven't really delivered the full depth, dimension, and response of a mic'd up rig. Digidesign decided to take this challenge head on to ensure Eleven Rack truly re-creates the experience of playing through the most coveted guitar amps in the world. Check it out:

- Digidesign spent years scouting a connoisseur's collection of vintage and modern amps and cabinets, paying special attention to choosing amps that represented the best of their generation and remained unmodified from their original design. We then painstakingly inspected every component, took detailed measurements, and captured every stage of the signal path -- point to point.

- Digidesign incorporated nuances like power amp sag, ghost notes, and cabinet resonance that other amp modeling developers overlooked, giving our clones the truly multi-dimensional tone and hyper-realistic response previously only achievable by mic'ing a real amp.

- Digidesign set out to invent an input circuit that re-creates the electronic relationship between your guitar and an actual amp or effect. This can't be done digitally -- so we developed a unique True-Z direct input that automatically adjusts the input impedance to match that of the particular amp/effects rig signal chain. Thanks to the True-Z input, plugging into Eleven Rack sounds and feels just like plugging into a real amp or effect.

- Using convolution processing, they captured the exact sound of the cabinets and mics used to create the tone of a mic'd combo -- instead of using EQ filters to "fake" this sound the way other amp modeling solutions have done.

- Digidesign enlisted guitar recording expert John Cuniberti (Platinum and Gold recording engineer/producer and inventor of the Reamp(R) box) to ensure the mic'ing techniques used during development were absolutely top notch.

- They also emulated an assortment of vintage and classic effects processors -- from must-have stompbox effects to high-end studio processors culled from our coveted Pro Tools|HD(R) TDM plug-ins used in pro studios around the world.

Amps/FX
Digidesign went to great lengths to obtain the world's most sought-after amps and effects -- in their original state -- to create the sounds in Eleven Rack. Here are all of the vintage and modern amplifiers and effects boxes that Eleven Rack emulates along with a bit of their history, where you may have heard their signature tones, and how our emulations compare to the originals.

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The first awesome sounding professional guitar effects pedals designed to offer a wide range of cutting edge and legendary effects tones in a programmable stomp box format.

Tired of the same old effects? You say you want something a little bit... unique? The FM4 Filter Modeler, part of Line 6's award winning line of Stompbox Modelers, gives you an array of vintage and new effects from just a wee bit odd to full frontal freaky! From the gentle auto-wah of an envelope filter to the complete wackiness of mutated VCO controlled ring modulators, FM4 can get as strange as you wanna be.

Offering an great collection of vintage filter and monophonic synth effects, 24-bit processing, and true bypass, the FM4 features 16 models of classic and collectible filters and synths. With 4 programmable presets, the FM4 gives guitarists easy access to a set of world-class tones and controls for customization.

Product Features
- 4 completely programmable presets available at the tap of a toe. No more need for multiple pedals for multiple effects.
- True Bypass switching, so your direct tone is exactly that; direct from your guitar to your amp.
- Expression Pedal Input - for real time control of all effect settings. Also the ability to morph between settings lets you create effects not possible with the originals.
- Stereo inputs and output
- Runs from batteries or optional power adapter.
- Also the ability to morph between settings lets you create effects not possible with the originals.
- Expression Pedal Input - for real time control of all effect settings.

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POD X3 Live will inspire and amaze you with the most complete collection of POD-quality guitar amp and effect models ever. This arsenal of rare vintage treasures, modern boutiques, and perennial classics offers limitless creative possibilities. Built with working musicians in mind, POD X3 was designed to fit right in wherever you play, whether that’s on stage in front of thousands of screaming fans or in the studio steadily churning out hits.

Whether you select to recreate the sounds of the past or turn custom on its ear, POD X3 Live comes fully-loaded with the most inspiring collection of POD-quality amps & effects for your live performances, studio recordings, & in all places in between.

Features

Electric Guitar
POD X3 Live offers a whole new level of control over your guitar tone.

Plug straight into any one of the 78 ear-shattering guitar amp models for pure, unadulterated guitar tone.

Combine amp and cab models with the mouth-watering collection of 98 stompbox and studio effect models to build out your rig.

Take your sound to the next level by blasting your guitar through two guitar rigs at once to create a massive wall of sound that even guitar heroes of the past would respect.

Or plug POD X3 Live in front of your favorite stack or combo to pile on up to nine simultaneous effects, including vintage overdrive, scorching distortion, beefy fuzz, vibey delay, lush reverb, ethereal chorus, irreverent flanger, wah-wah to name just a handful.

Acoustic Guitar
Whether miking up an acoustic or plugging in an acoustic-electric guitar, POD X3 Live will showcase the natural warmth and beauty of your instrument.

Warm up your acoustics with the high-end tube mic preamp and compressor models to bring out the natural tone of your acoustic six or twelve string.

Apply a touch of color with a full palette of reverbs, choruses, delays, EQs, and other essential effects.

Bass Guitar
Whether you seek stadium rock, a Motown groove, or modern grind, look no further than POD X3 Live.

Dial in classic bass tone using the 28 incredible bass amp and 22 bass cab models.

Bring a direct sound to life by using the modeled mic preamps and high-end compressors instead of traditional bass amps and cabs.

Add a combination of the 98 stompbox or studio effects to tweak your bass tone to perfection for practice, performance, or recording.

Vocals
POD X3 Live includes an XLR input for your microphone and an amazing set of effects for your vocals.

Six studio-grade vintage and modern microphone preamp models are included capture the natural warmth and richness of your vocals.

Smooth out your sound with studio grade compressors, EQ's, gates and de-essers.
The comprehensive collection of studio-quality post effect models at your disposal include rich reverbs, vibey delays, lush choruses and more.

Songwriters
POD X3 Live is the ultimate sonic toolbox for the creative songwriter.

With its massive set of models for guitar, bass, and vocals, POD X3 Live will elevate your creative sketches to polished works of art.

When inspiration strikes, record your guitar and vocals all at the same time to capture the magic of the first take.

Harness the Power and Flexibility of POD X3 Live

Computer Recording
POD X3 Live fits right in with whatever computer recording solution you use.

With USB 2.0, POD X3 Live can send processed and unprocessed signals to your recording software, so you can always change your tone and fix it in the mix.

POD X3 Live can record 2 fully-processed instruments at once.

Split your guitar signal and record each virtual rig on separate stereo tracks to create rich, layered sounds.

With on-board, real-time processing, POD X3 Live takes the load off of your computer and eliminates annoying latency.

Use the S/PDIF digital output to plug into ProTools systems and other pro-level audio interfaces to add legendary POD tone to your recordings.

Play in front of an amp
Use POD X3 Live as the ultimate pedal board with your favorite combo or stack.

With 98 stompbox and studio effect models, you have more freedom over your tone than even the largest, heaviest pedal board could ever offer.

Stomp - Fuzz, Distortion, Overdrive, and more.

Mod - Chorus, Flanger, Tremolo, Rotary, Phaser, , and more

Delay - More than one of each type of delay: Analog, Digital, Tape and a mix of specialty echoes you won’t find anywhere else.

Reverb – More than one of each type of reverb: Room, Hall, Chamber, Plate and Spring models.

Miscellaneous – Compressors, Gate, 4 Band Semi-Parametric EQ, Synth and Filters, Wah and many more.

Use up to 9 effects simultaneously to build the sound you’re looking for. Create rich blends of two entirely different effect chains to create a screaming wall of sound.

Plug into the PA
Plug POD X3 Live directly into the PA system for bullet-proof live sound that rocks.

Leave your back-breaking mountain of gear at home, and make set up and tear down easier than ever.

Take the guess work out of getting a great live sound every time. Use the XLR outputs to plug directly into the mixing board without a direct box.

Reasons to Upgrade from POD XT Live
POD X3 Live delivers a ton of new features to inspire your music and simplify the creative process more than ever.

POD X3 Live comes fully-loaded with the most comprehensive set of POD amps, cabs, and effects models ever. Includes models of 98 guitar amps, 24 guitar cabs, 98 effects, 28 bass amps, 22 bass cabs, and 6 vocal preamps.

Designed for gigging musicians, the rugged, stage-ready design features heavy duty metal footswitches and a racecar-inspired Wah/Volume/Expression pedal.

Split your guitar signal and run it through two amps or two guitar rigs at the same time to create entirely new sounds that will blow your audience away.

Use the XLR input or 1/4 in. instrument input to play or record two instruments simultaneously–each with its own independent tone processing.

Add studio-quality POD tone to your acoustic guitar, bass guitar, vocals—or any other instrument you mic up—for incredible recordings and live performances.

Use the stereo effect loop to integrate your favorite stompboxes and other effects into your setup.

The new, enlarged display shows a complete end-to-end signal chain for each tone at a glance. Change amp or effect settings on a single page for quick and easy editing.

Use the USB 2.0 connection for professional multi-track channel recording with your favorite computer recording software. Simultaneously send a dry unprocessed signal and wet processed stereo signal for each instrument/input to your computer for convenient and flexible computer recording options.

Use the S/PDIF digital output to record digitally into Pro Tools and integrate smoothly with other audio interfaces.

Technical Description

Inputs & outputs

1/4 in. instrument input (w/ normal/pad switch)

XLR microphone input (w/ trim adjust)

USB 2.0 for computer recording & tone editing

S/PDIF stereo digital audio output

Stereo 1/4 in. line outputs (with amp/line pad switch)

Stereo XLR balanced line outputs

1/4 in. stereo effect loop

Variax digital connector

1/4 in. expression pedal input

MIDI in & out/thru

1/4 in. stereo headphones out

FBV connector for optional pedal controller

1/8 in. stereo (cd/mp3) jam along input

Controls
Expansive backlit LCD display

8 chrome “amp control” knobs: drive, bass, mid, treble, presence, reverb, tone volume, master volume

5 metal stompbox on/off footswitches: amp, stomp, mod, delay, comp/boost

Built-in heavy-duty wah/volume/expression pedal

Metal tap tempo/tuner footswitch

Dedicated bank up/down & a/b/c/d metal footswitches for preset selection

Dedicated “dual tone” control metal footswitch

5 context-sensitive parameter edit knobs

Dedicated input/output configuration buttons

Ground lift switch

Amp, cab & effect models
Massive model set for guitar, bass & vocals

78 guitar amp models

24 guitar cab models

98 stompbox and studio effects

28 bass amp models

22 bass cab models

6 vocal preamp models

A.I.R. II cab/mic modeling with 4 mic options each

Additional features & benefits
Rugged, stage-ready design with premium metal footswitches

Send guitar through 2 complete amp/effect signal chains simultaneously

Independent tone processing for 1/4 in. and XLR inputs

2 chrome handlebars

USB 2.0 multi-channel digital computer recording (stereo wet/dry per input)

Studio-quality 24-bit a/d and d/a converters and 32-bit floating point processing

Up to 9 simultaneous effects per signal chain, with pre & post amp routing

Tap tempo control for time-based effects

Precision chromatic tuner, with audio mute & bypass options

USB 2.0 cable included

External power adapter included

Optional accessories (sold separately):
Outfit your POD X3 Live for the studio or the stage with these optional accessories.

Carrying bag – protect your investment in great tone with the heavy-duty, rip-and water-resistant bag that’s designed specifically for your POD X3 Live. Embroidered with the line 6 logo.

EX-1 expression pedal – the EX-1 expression pedal gives you even more options at your feet. Now you can control wah, volume and tweak all at the same time, or dedicate wah and volume to separate pedals. lack plastic, with embossed Line6 logo. Includes 1/4 inch connecting cable.

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