Elektron Octatrack MKII Performance Sampler - Black

If your considering getting this then just fo yourself a favor and do it. This is a workhorse of a machine. Workflow took some getting used to but all gear takes some time. I love it. Midi is kinda clunky but, what it can do as a drum machine and how it can really shape songs is wonderful. Definitely became a center piece for me and my home studio

This is my second Electron buy, my first being the analog Rytm. I love their machines! The Octotrak has superior sampling capabilities and it's a very attractive looking machine. Looks great when doing live sets and I'm constantly getting asked to make music samples for other artists based off of the sounds I have compiled using this machine.

I just received the Octatrack after having my eye on it for the better part of two years. Thankfully that was just in time for the “black” version of the MKII to come out, solidifying any justification I had to buy it. I plugged in my Digitone and Analog Rytm MKII to the Octatrack, and started playing around with re sampling tracks i already made on the digitone. To my surprise, the Octatrack offered MUCH deeper and more flexibility with arrangements than with just the digitone or Rytm on their own. Not only is this machine incredibly intuitive with other Elektron hardware, it works with any other piece of equipment you could have in your setup. The SP-404A pairs nicely with the Octatrack, offering re sampling capabilities and well as flexibility with existing ... MoreI just received the Octatrack after having my eye on it for the better part of two years. Thankfully that was just in time for the “black” version of the MKII to come out, solidifying any justification I had to buy it. I plugged in my Digitone and Analog Rytm MKII to the Octatrack, and started playing around with re sampling tracks i already made on the digitone. To my surprise, the Octatrack offered MUCH deeper and more flexibility with arrangements than with just the digitone or Rytm on their own. Not only is this machine incredibly intuitive with other Elektron hardware, it works with any other piece of equipment you could have in your setup. The SP-404A pairs nicely with the Octatrack, offering re sampling capabilities and well as flexibility with existing patterns. You could easily load your entire set into this machine (lots of storage) and just jam away! no other equipment needed. I would highly recommend this for anyone who is interested in a performance sampler that can do just about anything imaginable (did i mention LFO designer?) and need a “brain” for their setup!

I’ve been obsessed with the Elektron workflow for a few years now. The Octatrack is the ultimate.This thing is just so insanely versatile and powerful and can be set up to work in so many different and unique ways.It is a bit complex and takes some manual reading, tutorial watching and some serious practice. But all that effort is 100000% worth it.I was waiting to see if Elektron would release an mk3.The day they dropped the anniversary edition I knew an mk3 wasn’t coming so I literally ordered one that day.The Fact that you have a fader that can change hundreds of parameters with one sweep and 16 different variations of that.Plus “parts” were are a bit of a mind f*+% at first but once you wrap your head around them you realize how insanely powerful it ... MoreI’ve been obsessed with the Elektron workflow for a few years now. The Octatrack is the ultimate.This thing is just so insanely versatile and powerful and can be set up to work in so many different and unique ways.It is a bit complex and takes some manual reading, tutorial watching and some serious practice. But all that effort is 100000% worth it.I was waiting to see if Elektron would release an mk3.The day they dropped the anniversary edition I knew an mk3 wasn’t coming so I literally ordered one that day.The Fact that you have a fader that can change hundreds of parameters with one sweep and 16 different variations of that.Plus “parts” were are a bit of a mind f*+% at first but once you wrap your head around them you realize how insanely powerful it is.Plus they just updated the firmware (after 10 years) to match the new digi box features.Huge game changer !!I could go on for days about how powerful and awesome the Octatrack is but I’ll just leave it at this :This is the ultimate in sample manipulation, sequencing and even loop box style workflows.If you enjoy making music you have to try the Octatrack.There’s nothing else like it !!!!

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This machine is far deeper than you will ever need or use! The depth is considerable but it is exceptional at everything it does. While there is a learning curve that requires repetition, there are tons of great materials online to get you in as deep as you need. Need a sampler, a resampler, a performance mixer, it is all that and more.

Review of Elektron Octatrack DPS-1 MKII - Dynamic Performance Sampler

It is complex and like learning a new language. I dove deep and now jamming away. Advice I would give is to read the manual and forums thoroughly merlin's manual and electron's before getting stuck. 2, run it through a mixer or interface as it will max out powered monitors. 3, save parts regularly.I got to an Ableton alternative and slices and mangles well. It is nothing like a DAW that's why I like it and the endless possibilities.

Review of Elektron Octatrack MkII in Black

Not for the faint hearted! I've had this for over a fortnight and still have so much to learn. This is an intricate and complicated machine, the only limitations I've found so far are my own knowledge of it. If you're looking for a drum sampler I would check out the digitakt, but if you're looking to upgrade your live setup I can recommend 100%.