Maybe next time I’ll lower the camera or move it more to the left hand side so it’s out of the way
The Hardware Megathread
relic
#2355
I will have a look some time today. I 100% set myself up for a hell day today because I was lazy for the last two weeks…
relic
#2358
@Auto-meh-geddon I found that pretty interesting and enjoyed the jam part at the end. Has me wanting to look at more MicroFreak videos lol.
@canecreek rather enjoyed that : ) I really need to get my ass to the UK for some camping.
Auto-meh-geddon
#2359
The Microfreak is super fun and playable, with many sweets spots. It does shine once you slap some effects on it and in the video the Korg NTS was adding distortion and reverb
relic
#2360
My bitch with both the Drumbrute and their little monosynth was not enough sweet spot/they kind did just one sound. Good to know there is more going on with the Freak.
Been curious about the NTS too…how are the FX on it? My concern with the Volca type stuff is always the size how easy it is to tweak live.
Auto-meh-geddon
#2361
With a selection of digital engines, there’s stuff for everyone, plus to my ears the filter sounds really good.
I still can’t get anything good out of the fm engine and a few others, but I might not have really looked too much into them.
On the other hand, the noise oscillator is pure gold.
Auto-meh-geddon
#2362
On thing I truly miss from the Digitakt is the Elektron Stepsequencer. The Force is good but nudging notes left and right can be a pita.
Might get a 2nd hand cycles for the FM and the sequencer.
relic
#2363
I really don’t see a reason to sell my samples. Ot does a lot for the money. For $300 you would get FM engines and an Elektron six track sequencer!
chasedobson
#2364
Fucking mix job has got me out of “creative mode” I need to finish this project and dive into eurorack stat. Additions happened, and i need a couple of other things… it’s FUCKING ENDLESS
relic
#2366
Almost bought a Behringer 303 but found out they come in purple so gonna wait until I find one of the “grape” flavored ones lol
chasedobson
#2367
I modded my friends TR626 today. posted on FB about it and Relic suggested i post here as well. Pics and explaination.
Stock Roland TR626. That IC in the center is the sample content EPROM. Its soldered in and has to go! Its a delicate process as i need to keep it in order to allow for the box to operate in “standard mode”
Some time with an iron and a solder sucker (and a few choice four letter words) BADA BING - EPROM removed with no damage to the board, the EPROM or my mental health. (fingers and toes intact as well!)
To save hassles and for future proofing, an IC socket is added, this also makes the IC sit higher, which is clutch in this mod, as the new IC/EPROM is far larger than the old one.
Roland EPROM loaded up into the mod board. The IC behind it is the new sounds, and the pads to the left are for switches that allow for realtime “hot swapping” of the Linn and DMX kits.
as you can see the mod is significantly larger than the original, that socket supplied the additional space so it doesnt rest on any components nor short the board. i originally thought it didnt come with the socket and considered mounting this to the other side of the board to be safe, but it didnt fit well in the case that way and i realized there was a socket (it was underneath some packing material and there was no documentation of its existence)
connecting the switches to the new IC.
mod installed with switches in place. i used some old 3 conductor mic cable thinking that it would be more tidy than 5 individuals but the shielding made those leads a bit more bulky than i would have liked, caused a bit of bulge on the 626 case. it was cosmetic only, so i kept it.
drilled 1.4inch holes in the case and mounted the switches.
damnit. i marred the case w my pliers putting those bolts on the pot stems.
I’ve got a video of the thing in action, but i cant post here and i couldnt be bothered to post to youtube but the damn thing works and my client is happy. not a bad friday afternoon.
relic
#2368
I don’t know why but this project has struck me as just really fucking cool.
Like… I’ve seen lots of common TR X0X mods and this is creative and interesting. Maybe its more common than I think? Usually on gear slutz people are adding midi or extra outs or something.
To come up with this idea an do it is super impressive to me.
RFJ
#2369
Yeah dude, me too, super impressed you could do that and what an awesome idea. I bet you tripled the value of that machine at least. Great work there!
RFJ
#2370
And here’s mine…
I’m using 2 Noise Engineering Basimilus Iteritas Alters as melodic voices, Squid Salmple for percussion / simple bassline and the Make Noise Mimeophon for effects. I’m also using the WMD Arpitecht as the primary melodic sequencer. Clocking the system with Pams New Workout, logic being derived for extra percussion triggs via the NE Integra Funkitus. Radio Music handling the Moon Landing sample. Recorded with a Zoom H6.
Sadly, it’s not the best camera angle because the mixer on the right is cut off where I’m bringing certain parts in and out.
The main thing I love about a system like this though is I didn’t have to program a single midi note or progression. I can just turn it on and dial something in while experimenting with various clocking methods, logic, and arps. It’s also a very plyable system as you will see. Sure, I’m not going to get a DAW based level of composition but I’m not really interested in that these days. Mainly interested in having a system I can play.
The Basimilus can get way more agressive than I’m having it here but this first jam is a bit tame because I’m just getting my feet wet with the system. Next video I’ll do a Patch From Scratch with a much better viewing angle and a system walkthrough at the same time.
AikiGhost
#2371
So apparently NI are finally releasing a standlaone Maschine called wait for it… “Mascine+” but for some reason it has no CV out and only one pair of audio outs… Its like they want to compete with AKAI MPC/Force but don’t really get the standalone market?
Leak:
Auto-meh-geddon
#2373
At that price point they can do better…
Will stick to the Force, I’m super happy with the current beta and the direction it has finally taken…