I've got a couple of MFB Eurorack Modules for my modular synth. I've got the OCS-2 triple oscillator, and the SEQ-02 sequencer. Sometime soon I'm hoping to get some of the drum modules.
@tubelogicat 1 no, the audio output is a normal stereo jack 2 yes, it comes with a general power supply, but we suggest you to use a better power supply (stabilized), in order to reduce the electric noise ;)
And I've been doing it for 12-13 years, own a tr-606, most of the electribes at one point, a few grand of software, Monotribe, MPC-1000- Juno alpha one and two, AND am currently building my own Yusynth modular from scratch, I can go on. I work for a major music equipment distributor(that unfortunately DOES NOT CARRY MFB to my dismay) and completely disagree with what you have said. Nothing in the digital realm sounds like this and some styles (DNB etc) simply need drums like this.
Very interested in this little box of wonders! One crucial quesiton though: is it possible to create sequences that aren't the full 32 steps? For example a 14 or 28 step sequence, which would sit nicely in a 7/4 groove. How about the MFB 522 (i know it only has 16 steps, but i'd like to know if it can be something different too)? Cheers!
I like digital equipment as well as analogue. It doesn't sound bad, just different. I'd also keep hold of your digital gear. I'm certainly not parting with my Novation Supernova II, Roland JP8000, or Korg Prophecy. So they don't sound exactly like my analogue gear, but they still sound good, are in mint condition, and flightcased. I'm hoping that in years to come they will become collectors items as cherished as all that analogue gear. I think they probably will. Well I hope they will.
Nice video !! I have two questions though : does the audio output is actually a small (3.5mm, i guess) stereo jack ? And : did it come with a dedicated power supplier, or did you have to buy it separately ? Thanks
This is a good meat and potatoes analog kick and snare source. The samples high-hats, though there are randomization functions on board to keep them interesting.....are....an acquired taste?....The toms are very old school analog, either you like them or you don't....but this machine is worth it for the kick and snare alone. Plus, MFB did what EVERY drum machine manufacturer should do but doesn't: If you are marketing a "budget type" drum machine, the minimum number of outputs nessasary for the product to be usable are: Individual outs for both kick and snare, then a stern output for the rest. Anything less and it's not worth buying. MFB DID include the minimum number of outputs nessasry for pro use. So if you are considering this machine? I say GO AHEAD!
The MV-8000 doesn't sound anything near what this does. More functionality but typical digital DSP emulations which are nothing when compared side-by-side with a good analog drum machine, their monophonic bass emulation on that model is also crap in comparison to its analog equivalent, No body resonance or drive, etc. I have been using software and hardware synths since late 1999 and I have compared a massive amount of all that you could possibly run across in usage. This owns 9000 drums.
Digital emulations simply don't do it for me. The machinedrum comes reeeeeealllly close but still a proper analog kick and snare punch the body more than their emulated equivalent.
i own a tr808, linn drum, korg kpr 77, simmons sds5, mpc 3000 , and the roland mv 8000, do not take this personal i been doing techno beats for over 20 years pro i know what sounds good and the mfb is a piece off crap you must work for them hahahahahahah.
I just love the oomph of the sounds this thing makes!
thats a nice little kick asser! wow, thanks for sharing. i have to check that out
I've got a couple of MFB Eurorack Modules for my modular synth. I've got the OCS-2 triple oscillator, and the SEQ-02 sequencer. Sometime soon I'm hoping to get some of the drum modules.
@tubelogicat
1 no, the audio output is a normal stereo jack
2 yes, it comes with a general power supply, but we suggest you to use a better power supply (stabilized), in order to reduce the electric noise ;)
I'm collecting these modules in Eurorack format, very warm and punchy sound! And they go for super cheap second hand
@ballflesh
yes you can.
If the oh e hh are togheter, the sequence starts again
@9JohnSmith9
of course U can!
There's a MIDI in
Thanks a lot for uploading this, very helpful!
So phat. They should make more, the Tanzbar is too damn expensive.
The answer is Tanzmaus
@666gary666
you can´t change the pan of the toms but perhaps you can change the hats pan (i´m not sure)
And I've been doing it for 12-13 years, own a tr-606, most of the electribes at one point, a few grand of software, Monotribe, MPC-1000- Juno alpha one and two, AND am currently building my own Yusynth modular from scratch, I can go on. I work for a major music equipment distributor(that unfortunately DOES NOT CARRY MFB to my dismay) and completely disagree with what you have said. Nothing in the digital realm sounds like this and some styles (DNB etc) simply need drums like this.
the kick drum is awesome considering what a tiny little box it is i'd grab one just for that
Very interested in this little box of wonders! One crucial quesiton though: is it possible to create sequences that aren't the full 32 steps? For example a 14 or 28 step sequence, which would sit nicely in a 7/4 groove. How about the MFB 522 (i know it only has 16 steps, but i'd like to know if it can be something different too)?
Cheers!
Thanks for sharing. Convinced me to buy :)
I looooooove it. It is THE SOUND for me. Does anyone know a cheaper substitute for this?
I like digital equipment as well as analogue. It doesn't sound bad, just different. I'd also keep hold of your digital gear. I'm certainly not parting with my Novation Supernova II, Roland JP8000, or Korg Prophecy. So they don't sound exactly like my analogue gear, but they still sound good, are in mint condition, and flightcased. I'm hoping that in years to come they will become collectors items as cherished as all that analogue gear. I think they probably will. Well I hope they will.
great demo - sounds pretty phatty
Sounds really good for it's price.
It'd be nice to have a few hat choices since they're samples anyway. But pretty sweet. Likin the drive!
Nice video !! I have two questions though : does the audio output is actually a small (3.5mm, i guess) stereo jack ? And : did it come with a dedicated power supplier, or did you have to buy it separately ?
Thanks
lovely snare.
@javiceres
this is already the cheaper substitute!
Can the 503 be used as a sequencer for other instruments (another synth, for example)?
How to set pattern long less than 16 beats? Programing 13/oh and 15/hh on the same step does not work. Even using 14 and 16 does not work .Any help?
did you find a solution?
@cohubo
yes you can
Good demo!!!!
Great little groovebox, although discontinued. Sadly, no claps
Where can I find this machine for sale? I didn't find anywhere :/
Having trouble getting shuffle to work...
Brilliant, I'd grab one if they were still around.
It can not be used as an external sequencer unfortunately
@AlexisNembrode
stereo
Thanx
This is a good meat and potatoes analog kick and snare source. The samples high-hats, though there are randomization functions on board to keep them interesting.....are....an acquired taste?....The toms are very old school analog, either you like them or you don't....but this machine is worth it for the kick and snare alone. Plus, MFB did what EVERY drum machine manufacturer should do but doesn't: If you are marketing a "budget type" drum machine, the minimum number of outputs nessasary for the product to be usable are: Individual outs for both kick and snare, then a stern output for the rest. Anything less and it's not worth buying. MFB DID include the minimum number of outputs nessasry for pro use. So if you are considering this machine? I say GO AHEAD!
Any effects on this or is this completely dry?
GeneralGist what kind of gear demo wouldn't be dry?
you could also buy a trout instead of apples
And I assume Fatherpeepee works for a competitor.
The MV-8000 doesn't sound anything near what this does. More functionality but typical digital DSP emulations which are nothing when compared side-by-side with a good analog drum machine, their monophonic bass emulation on that model is also crap in comparison to its analog equivalent, No body resonance or drive, etc. I have been using software and hardware synths since late 1999 and I have compared a massive amount of all that you could possibly run across in usage. This owns 9000 drums.
fabulous quality , u don't have to be a drummer afterall
Hello!
Can you save the tempo of the song or everytime we have to find this tempo?
thanks
Digital emulations simply don't do it for me. The machinedrum comes reeeeeealllly close but still a proper analog kick and snare punch the body more than their emulated equivalent.
@kesh30
here
mfberlin.de/
@petersedin ¬_¬
lol trout are much nicer than apples, but apples are nice to sometimes if there grown the right way.
sounds pretty dry to me
Mack .Doggs what kind of drum machine demo wouldn't be dry? It's supposed to show off the sounds without any processing. Duh
@ESSEKNOB At
i own a tr808, linn drum, korg kpr 77, simmons sds5, mpc 3000 , and the roland mv 8000, do not take this personal i been doing techno beats for over 20 years pro i know what sounds good and the mfb is a piece off crap you must work for them hahahahahahah.
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