COMPUTER AS A GUITAR RIG

[@OlaEnglund]

Welcome to Ola figuring shit out!

[@aether_antares7761]

I guess im early!

[@yeet_za]

Have you tried out Mainstage?

[@pvalenti]

I have considered using this for a club rig. My current rig is already pretty small (1x12 combo amp and a pedalboard basically). But only having to carry in a backpack and a guitar would be seriously cool. Not sure about the automation part as that would require having the drummer play to a click. But the idea is solid. It would also address amp volume onstage fairly well. Might require in-ears to be totally efficient.

[@David-cb9ec]

Are Solar guitars coming with sustainiacs?

[@ShinyShinyIsAlwaysBeingSerious]

You fell off we listen to Ricegum now.

[@justinbowen1183]

Iv been recording audio for going on 17 years now as a fun hobby and i JUST recently got hip to using a DI signal and being able to edit sounds without having to record everything again, game changer moment man! Way back in my grade school days man i took a headphone jack for my amp and had an auxiliary cord handy so i plugged it into my microphone port and boom 💥 it worked. Now 17 years later im hooking it up via usb cord and can modify the sound AFTER i have already tracked it, amazing how far technology has come ❤

[@havocharmony9661]

As a solo artist with no band this is exactly how I perform my live production. This also allows me to program a light show through dmx. I use allot of outboard interfaces and gear tho but still synch program changes thorough time code to the external gear. Like you Ola I love and prefer a amp ect but depending on the type of performance we now have amazing tools to achieve this.

[@IVsakeN]

Is there latency cause of the USB input?

[@havocharmony9661]

@@IVsakeN Not in my setup. All my live instruments are run through stand alone gear straight to the mix that goes to house. So none of my live performance has to take a lap through the DAW before hitting the mix which means zero latency. The CC messages coming from DAW to the standalone gear for patch switching is instant. Now if I were using plugins for my live sounds there could be slight latency.

[@mipiaceiltubo]

@@havocharmony9661 did you follow any tutorial to how to programm the light show using a midi signal? I've seen a lot a people doing it through a midi track into Cubase or Logic Pro X, but I still can't figure out how to do it...

[@havocharmony9661]

@@mipiaceiltubo DMXIS made by ENTEC will convert DMX to MIDI. This allows you to use automation lanes within your DAW to control the lighting. Or in my case, program it to the timeline and design a perfectly synced light show.

[@havocharmony9661]

@@IVsakeN None at all. All my live gear outs are to direct lines, not run through DAW. The DAW only plays back 2 tracks on 2 separate buses, One goes to house/audience, the other includes click and vocal ques and goes direct to my in ear monitoring. So the actual processing load on the DAW is very low. 2 audio tracks with no processing, and a cpl hundred automation lanes for light program.

[@Habixus]

Focusrite 3rd 4i4 + Cantabile solo with Neural DSPs + line6 usb footswitch. I mainly play along songs. I can create presets for each song with customized button configs. Feels pretty "live" and keeps the "magic", while replacing a whole amp room with massive floorboards.

[@dewwhatchadew1]

thats super cool how logic changes all them settings in real time as you play. amazing times we live in ..

[@molochfrolics8443]

daws have been doing this since about 1992

[@budverissimo1]

Meshuggah automates everything. I saw them a couple years back and no thinking only chugs and crazy chicken leads. And a wah/volume pedal in front. Such a monstrous sound

[@gatinho6248]

Chicken leads 🤣🤣🤣

[@mason3872]

Chicken leads is pretty accurate, I didn’t even know that they used wah pedals. What meshuggah songs have a wah?

[@budverissimo1]

@@mason3872 fredrik was stepping on it all night. Maybe he used it to keep time? Idk

[@aquegles]

Slash does something like that but he has a guy backstage flipping pedals for him... true

[@jasons.3921]

It's really cool to hear you explain the process of setting your rig up. I would like to see more video of the recording process, if possible. Thanks Ola for helping an old dude want to learn how to work with this new technology. Cheers from Texas.

[@justinbowen1183]

Are you asking about how plugins and stuff work? I literally like last week got to finally fiddle with plugins. Basically you completely take the amp out of the equation as you don't need it at all period. You plug your guitar into your digital interface box and run a USB cord to your computer. You then download an amp simulation software such as amplitube 5 the one I experimented with. You go through and make your tone presets you want to use for later. Now minimize that window for now as you don't need it up on the screen just running in the background. Fire up your software and configure your audio paths. I'm going to use audacity as an example as it's free to download. Go to the top and click edit, preferences. A new window pops up, plugins manager select your plugin program amplitube 5. A window pops up next to the track that says edit plugin this is when you know your connected. Hope this helps if not feel free to ask.

[@ahmedxxx8376]

@@justinbowen1183 pls what is the name of the app he is using?? I couldn’t find it

[@TheFlexXMLG]

Dude no way, I'm literally thinking about this as we speak haha. Perfect timing.

[@shubhambhosale7043]

Me too!

[@mitchconnerandsometimesjlotoo]

Strangely me too before seeing this.

[@JiffyPb23]

Sameeeeee

[@mitchconnerandsometimesjlotoo]

@@creamwobbly ? I typed that at the start of the video

[@paulanderson771]

I had been thinking about it too and when he got to the pitch shifter taking the E down to Drop A, he sold me on this setup.

[@davidd8416]

Been doin this live for years. The tech today makes shit a lot easier though! Glad everyone is catching up. I also trigger dmx in the same way. I have a 3 piece band, robo sound guy, robo guitar techs, and robo lighting. Professional show without having to pay a crew.

[@Gibson_Praise]

It's also gr8 for us gramps out there with back problems. Wall of sound with out the hernia. 1 Less roadie, right

[@chirinea]

Never thought of using automation to do live things like this, this is awesome, Ola!

[@zoomzoom3950]

2 years later since this vid was uploaded, the computer rig is even more practical for me. I have a small Zoom USB audio interface and a KMI SoftStep2 and can control my guitar plugins. I have a tablet with touchscreen I can mount to the mic stand, but rarely need to interact with it since I can control everything from the SS2. I can use in-ears, or run it to a powered FRFR monitor. I keep and enjoy my tube amps at home. I've sold nearly all of my digital modelers. A computer based rig is all I need in 2023 for every situation.

[@DeadGodMetal]

We did a full live show with just one PC. 2 guitars and 1 bass plugged directly into RME Babyface Pro, and then used line 6 Helix to create our tones, went pretty good!

[@DeadGodMetal]

@@user-zq9su8jv2k haha, fortunately didn't happen for us 🤣

[@scottykingdavid]

@@user-zq9su8jv2k best comment on you tube today so far . Awesome

[@GravesoftheInnocent]

Logic is amazing! I just upgraded to a Mac Mini recently from an iPad Pro, bought some neural plugins with GGD and dove in head first. It's all blown my mind how much I was missing out on before doing this.

[@broncoxy]

I use an SSL 2 with Neural DSP and for someone like me, who mainly plays in a bedroom in his little apartment and doesnt want to be lynched by the neighboors just cause he wanted a big ol wall of sound, this is perfect. Its relatively cheap aswell, got the SSL for ~200€ and Neural DSP for 60 on black friday. For this price, I could barely get a half decent little beginner amp. Yeah I dream of having my own Mesa one day, but this day, if ever, will be far in the future. I mean you can connect them to the PC with like a Torpedo or something, but idk if thats really the joy of such a thing... Until then, I'll just visit my local guitar store now and then to play the big bois ^^

[@TheFlexXMLG]

Planning on buying an SSL 2 and just using that with my Revv G3.

[@BananaManPL]

Great, except... for €260 you can buy: - Boss Katana 50 - Orange Crush 35 - Fender Champion 50 XL They might not be 5150s, but they ain't little beginner amps either, you could gig with any of those. Not trying to bash your way, just pointing that out.

[@russellzauner]

I do it for about 7 minutes then stop (just long enough to get them to call the cops), when I really want to irritate the neighbors because they're being particularly douchey...my answer when the police show up for noise complaint is "I'm not doing it now and less than 15 minutes of intermittent noise violation is allowed as long as it is not continuous measured sound pressure, so can you please show me your currently valid calibration sticker on your sound meter?" They struggle for something to say and then just leave. Because I have a calibrated sound meter, with a valid cal tag. Even if they had one (they NEVER bring it the first time out), I'd have checked for a calibration sticker and they RARELY have it on their unit, much less current so I can immediately invalidate their argument when they thought they were being REALLY SMART. Also know that I have not one but two of the Sunn 1200S amps that can put 1200W into a 2 ohm monoblock, and they're the rebadged Fender ones that have the improved thermal solution so if I felt like it I could run them long and hard as well as loud af. The only amp rumored to have slagged more voice coils is the Peavey Firebird 700, and trust that I've been looking ha ha ha

[@rachitbhengra4298]

Bronco XY would you recommend SSL2 ..? I'm also thinking of trying it. I remember Ola not liking it very much for some reason which he was correct. But want to know your thoughts too.

[@broncoxy]

@@rachitbhengra4298 Well tbh I'm no expert in this field but for me at least, it does what its supposed to do. Thinking back to his review, I think his main critical points where things, that his more expansive gear did better, mostly due to a higher quality. I havent had any problems with it so far, using it to feed my guitar into Neural DSP or Ableton with Neural DSP... There might be better options out there, idk, but for me it does the thing. You have to remember however, that this is a very simple piece of gear, mostly due to the price tag. It has two inputs and some little controls, thats it. On the other handside, you can easily pay ten times the price for an interface... I would recommend it, coming from my point of view, but dont take my word that serious. I'm not really experienced in this field. For me, it does the job, and therefore, I like it. If you decide to give it a try, and you like it too, thats great. Maybe, if theres an option for you and you have some things you'd like to have in an interface, get a few in this price range to test and keep your favorite. I heard good things about Focusrite stuff aswell... I'm sorry I couldnt really help, but whatever you decide in the end, I hope you'll find the right thing for you! ^^

[@BrianMorris-zc4md]

Thanks for pulling back the curtain Ola, very cool indeed.

[@rickkrainak]

I would love a tutorial video on how to create the automation track to change your plugin presets. This is really great but I can find no content on how to create a track and make it change in Logic. Your rig sounds great Ola!

[@adimitrov9006]

yes, that would be great!

[@Skkyyyyyyyyyyy]

It’s as simple as automating the bypass on plugins.

[@Quandal3Dingl3]

I'd really love to switch to a pc because all of the patches and stuff but I just can't give up playing through an amp. It has too many memories and its so original

[@viktorkos1893]

The real value here is that you know your way around logic, and actually knowing how to accomplish an exact result that is in your head. Also that red guitar is fucking bonerrific!

[@Kevin.Kelly.]

Thanks for going into depth with this, Ola. As a Logic user this is very inspiring.

[@kolin572]

i absolutely love using my computer as my effect channel. and then running the sound through my KRK production speakers

[@_SWLW]

I needed a vid like this now. Thanks, Ola. Perfect timing!

[@FX_NUKE]

Love That Red Finish

[@Metalbass1979]

I can totally hear the John Petrucci influence in your lead. I love that sound and feel! I proudly give you the double metal horn salute, sir. I now want the album that this whole musical section is on.

[@ericbloom6937]

Check out his albums man! They're on every streaming platform. All his solo stuff is instrumental and it's beautiful. These songs are on his new album Starzinger

[@Metalbass1979]

@@ericbloom6937 Well, consider those albums bought. I've been a fan of his stuff in The Haunted and Six Feet Under but hadn't picked up the solo material.......but will now.

[@harolddeschenes4640]

He sounds amazing!!! JP influences for sure! I just wish I knew how to program like he does.

[@Metalbass1979]

@@harolddeschenes4640 I just wish I was his bass player. 😉

[@HDDREAMIN]

Absolutely, use the tech to work for you! The reality is that ALL effects pedals and most amps use digital processing for the output sound. I just started getting back into playing guitar and the idea of practicing without disturbing others around me makes sense.

[@kevincmarynda3678]

So... nobody's gonna talk about that Solar with Floyd and Sustainiac ?

[@eyalleviton2617]

My first thought

[@GENIAZZA]

@@eyalleviton2617 Mine too

[@TCH-Joe]

Please tell me you'll be releasing Solar guitars with the Sustainiac.

[@russellzauner]

If I had a guitar with a sustainiac my neighbors would probably literally get pitchforks and kill me

[@russellzauner]

also a MIJ Solar series would be pretty great, especially for bolt on models

[@metalwrath4]

Latest Ola music is some of his best so far

[@DavidNwokoye]

A PC is the best guitar rig IMO. Top notch tone for like 1/10th of the price. And you can film and edit videos too. All Ws

[@michaelsavides8856]

I agree with you 100% but I personally would always have some sort of competent backup cuz computers can get really squirrely..

[@krich4567]

Holy shit it took me like a good minute to realise that you weren’t Rudy Ayoub!

[@fircej]

Dude this is some real help right here, the automation is definitely going to be of some use, thank you man!

[@nicholasbstone]

Some really tasteful and inspired lead guitar here!

[@AvoidingHumanSociety]

As a one man band musician this is exactly how I play all the time. I basically just use my recording set up. Great video.

[@exscape]

Same here. Started with a V-AMP (Behringer clone of the Line6 POD) and moved on to using my computer with plugins. Still doing the same thing 15 years later. Very cheap and very flexible.

[@AvoidingHumanSociety]

@@exscape I use a focus rite scarlet 4i4 on a MacBook Pro using Logic Pro X. Been going this route for YEARS myself. Glad to hear you’re still pushing man. We can do it on our own!

[@The_Real_Daniel]

So killer seeing you play that song

[@YannMetalhead]

"I just really like to figure shit out man" - - - Beautiful!

[@Devinadamsont]

im a busker and what i do for my setup is i have a audio interface and i run it into my macbook pro and into logic and the output going through my pa. its one of the cheapest ways to have the functions of a digital system without spending too much....(if that person has a macbook though). it has zero latency and is perfect

[@caileanhunt8679]

That lead tone is awesome!

[@BURN_SHITTUBE]

I've been doing this for several months to a year now, really love it!! Using GNU/Linux (ubuntu studio) with mostly free/opensource software, it fuggin kicks asssssss!! Much more simple than unplugging and pulling units out of my rack (or bringing the whole rack) each time i go play or jam somewhere, and sounds wayyyy better!! 🤟😃🤘

[@ChristopheJaja]

Automation to change sound ! Great idea thanks

[@steven_marque_official_channel]

Stay safe out there man & come to Florida for a clinic when you can!

[@CrushingAxes]

Dudeeee I've been thinking about the same thing! I have an old laptop and it's still kicking! Almost all my amps broke during this time! And I used this laptop all the time travelling and working, like waaaay more than my amps.

[@CluntEstwode]

The M1 Macbook Airs are fantastic for what they can do in such a light package. I picked one up earlier this year and its been an amazing replacement for my old frying pan of an intel Macbook Pro

[@OlegAryutkin]

that's cool. the guitarists are discovering tech that keyboardists have had for decades.I wish my guitarist was this innovative.

[@TeddyLeppard]

That’s working smart.

[@babayagaslobbedaknobba]

This is what I plan to do. Maybe even for gigs. There are just so many options.

[@quasipseudo1]

Those tones are effin' perfect. Damn! Great effin' leads also!!!

[@JoniRenko]

I thought about using a laptop and plugins set-up at live shows recently but couldn't figure out how to switch between clean and distorted guitars. Automation didn't even cross my mind. This video made me wanna try a set-up like this. So thanks, Ola!

[@kane6529]

Or a midi controller

[@Clinthopanonymous]

Holy shit... The color of that guitar is amazing.

[@ScottMcdonaldMusic]

This is so much simpler than I was making it. I didn’t even think about using my laptop (that I record with anyway) until I saw a solo act playing a bitchin show. Thanks for the video. You sparked a million other ideas.

[@PeteHawthorne]

We need sustainers to be a feature on some standard Solar's ;)

[@mikeg.9238]

I like your blue's tone , very Allman Brothers sounding!

[@yakkoyuuzou3816]

This is the video that I really wanted to watch, this is the type of content that I subscribed for

[@marty5150]

I can proudly say that I had the honour to plug into that rig and it rips!

[@godzilla964]

I have an Ipad with Bias Fx and a positive grid riff interface. All I need is a power amp pedal and a cabinet.

[@janstroemming]

This solo is so beautiful ola!

[@DAKILLTA]

You should record the clinics for the people who can’t go. Obviously you don’t have to it’s just fun to watch

[@karimpardayev]

But be aware that first setup won't be fun and will take 3 hours

[@RSProduxx]

yeah... I stopped bothering with automations... several parameters for several effects on 8+ tracks... not the most fun in the world :)

[@mattvdh]

@@RSProduxx if you're a noob ya

[@RSProduxx]

@@mattvdh ya, as if it turned into a fun thing when you get used to it... controller with billions of knobs and sliders may help alot though :)

[@leo.nordmann]

@@RSProduxx I love automating stuff actually. But i'm also more of a producer so yea... I once had like 25 automation channels on one track 😂😂😂 Part of making glitchy psychedelic music I guess.

[@rickkrainak]

@@leo.nordmann any suggestions on tutorials on how to automate plugin changes I can't find any videos etc?

[@apstech4618]

I hear three or four other guitar layers in there. Beautiful piece.

[@bishfish1514]

Clinics are so cool I remember finding the dimebag clinic on KZbin and watching it for like 58 minutes we’re are you doing the clinic?

[@hailstress]

This is friggin awesome. You could use MIDI to bring in foot switches if you want (Probably you already know that) You can always buy an old board with USB like MK II Line 6 Shortboard, connect it to your PC and voila you got switches and you got Volume Pedal (You can use as you see fit too) They all can be programmed on your desired MIDI channel and MIDI Signals

[@thahoustonbassrunnaz4389]

I enjoyed seeing you have fun with technology! Pretty cool 👍🏾🔥🔥🔥

[@mrsandman_]

Thanks, Ola! I am looking to do home recordings, so the vid is really helpful.

[@duaneanderson6393]

I'm sold on he Neural DSP product , good job Ola.

[@hailmaryrecordings8255]

That’s a really great-tone. I like the tune too - cool progression.

[@thomask9577]

That's one of the coolest guitars I've ever seen

[@onielmelendez4315]

Holy crap! after months and months of searching actual mucisians using an m1 mac as a rigz...finally! You are godsent! Thanks for this! 👍🏻🤟🏻❤️ Hoping this becomes a series! Tutorial, pleeeze?! (kudos to the really sick grooves 👍🏻🤟🏻❤️)

[@AntonyTheMaster]

Great tutorial, but I prefer Overloud TH-U as 1st choice. The auto change plugin is magic!

[@ssblu2112]

Absolutely sick sleeves!

[@TheRtyfghcvb]

Can you make a step-by-step tutorial on how you automate tones for the different parts of the song, please? Would be a great help for a layman like myself.

[@anthonycarr9118]

as a bedroom guitarist an iMac is pretty much all I play thru,even on GarageBand the sound is pretty damn good.

[@techniqueswithtodd]

Great solo work Ola!

[@mccloud273]

THE ARCHETYPE PLINI!! I can't wait for them to update it to the new engine, that and the Nameless

[@davidcampbellii6342]

Thanks for providing and sharing the information Ola! This is incredible!

[@jacobdowler1]

i want that guitar but in that awesome gold color your other one is in! i love that!

[@TheStringDojo]

Great instruction, song and performance, ideas and all

[@Dlokey4315]

Thanks Olga. You helped me out alot with a nice set up. 🤘💀🤘

[@zsoltg]

This was amazing Ola, plenty of good tips and really amazing guitar tones!

[@djharm]

I play in a band. I use no amp on stage. I use a laptop with Guitar Rig 6 into a Rig Kontrol 3 pedal. A/B/Y switching between a clean AC30 and a dirty 5150 with a tube screamer, flanger, phaser, delay, reverb and wah, all off of that pedal board and GR6. It can be done. My guitar playing friends have all came up to check out what I have going on on stage.

[@saturnorbit6810]

Dude this is so sick! Your demo 2/3 thru was awesome!!!!

[@briancastellanos179]

That's amazing Ola, could you please! create a video about how to setup those automations?

[@Bill13257]

That was really awesome !! I'm an at home guitar player .... I need to get a set up like that ... Very kewl to see the set up in action ... Thank you !! 🎵🎵🎶🎶🎵🎵

[@martymuerte]

My favorite video ever!!!! Keep making these. I love Logic and using it live.

[@massiveactionmedia]

I use the SSL 2+ for travel and a MacBook/Logic. The SSL is powered by USB C which makes setup just one plug and it's small, durable, and sounds great for vocals as well when using it for tracking. I like simplicity and SSL makes it extremely simple.

[@josephgoode7646]

This is so awesome and helpful! Thank you Ola!

[@bitronicc1887]

Been a really big fan of NI's Guitar Rig 6 as of late. They have a few new amps that incorporate machine learning into them...how, I'm not sure, but they sound pretty solid.

[@joshrepik]

Damn I have GR5, wonder if I can upgrade to 6 for cheap

[@necurrence1776]

@@joshrepik you can have it for free by downloading some Native Instruments Komplete Start Bundle. It's a very laborious process but it does offer Guitar Rig 6. I've played it for like 2 hours then never used that bundle again . There so much browsing through shit until you find something cool sounding , might as well just use my amp and my phone plugged in the Aux for some backing tracks.

[@joshrepik]

@@necurrence1776 I kick myself every day for selling my 5150, but it went to a good friend

[@bitronicc1887]

@@necurrence1776 If you're looking for guitar presets, it's not for you. Their presets are fair, but the true potential is for modelers, people who enjoy building their own patches and tweaking them to chase down the tone they want.

[@necurrence1776]

@@bitronicc1887 you're right, presets not for me. I also use Amplitube 3 or 4 can't remember but it's old, and then Ignite Emisarry. My personal vst are in this order Ignite>Amplitube >Guitar Rig 5>Guitar Rig 6 being the worst for me.

[@lancekovacs9298]

Ola your vibrato is the best

[@jsa2145]

very interesting and clever use of the software !

[@Metaldad87]

That automation set up is sick, I'm sure it's kinda tedious to set up but great once it's done

[@neelchakraborty]

Damn he is a wonderful music producer

[@atthelimit88]

This is so awesome! I've learned so much from your KZbin! Hope to catch one of your workshops/clinics!

[@petervansuijlekom2278]

Great explanation Ola! Great job!

[@lucasmunoz6797]

Every red solar guitar looks kick ass!

[@QuintalandaQuarter]

One of the most useful videos I’ve seen all year!!!! Thanks Ola!! You rock man!!

[@SheaRecordmetal]

That’s pretty gangster. Not gonna lie. Ola you are the newest generation of guitar hero. Very cool automation. It’s like having a sound guy hitting pedals for you.🤘🏼

[@mikewifak]

My bedroom setup is basically the bargain basement version of this. Kramer Barreta Special (I have better guitars, but I like this one) > Focusrite cheap-ass whatever red thingy > Reaper channel with Plini plugin across. Literally like less than $500 for all of it.

[@joshrepik]

My Scarlett does great DI as well, even on usb. I run schecter, but that’s just because they’re damn good guitars for the price and the neck fits my hand comfortably. I’ll get a solar eventually 😈

[@mikewifak]

@@joshrepik I just can’t bring myself to buy a guitar without giving it a try first. Love Ola’s videos, and I know the guitars are probably good quality, but until I lay my hands on one, I can’t even seriously consider it.

[@joshrepik]

@@mikewifak hey I totally get that!! It really is about the connection you make with the instrument and it’s fit for you, I’m just saying that these guitars are super nice and everyone that plays one seems to love them. I’ve played so many different brands, from Gibson to LTD, bc rich, fender, cheap stuff, dean, etc. in my experience the feel of a guitar is super important, which is why I go with schecter, but I love having other stuff around. I’m sure the solar lives up to the hype, and I like supporting people I respect, so I’d buy a solar even if I hated it just to get ola a few buckaroos lol

[@regniscire]

So when is that sick af red beast going to be available? Absolutely need it

[@grinder2401]

Also, bring back the affordable A2.6 version that you used to do in the very same colour. That's one awesome colour!!!

[@jomanaaa4758]

That red Solar is gorgeous 😩❤️🔥

[@mister_syre]

A Sustainiac! Awesome!

[@jgic]

Luv this OLA...definitely technology has come a long way..Neural DSP is slaying it man...what else can we do to keep up huh.....embrace it..."Technology"

[@Gizmo-st1ky]

I learned something today.

[@stranger5088]

I’m kinda doing the same thing for my writing process now. One guitar, one amp sim and that’s it. No bullshit to keep me from getting shit done.

[@Alex-Dissonance]

This is awesome! I would love to see a tutorial from you how to setup automations

[@GunDrummer]

Thanks for the info dude. I keep having babies and just can't use amps as much so getting this put together