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Machinedrum 10 year review & Deep Dive

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  • Опубліковано 17 сер 2024
  • The Elektron Machinedrum is the first Elektron instrument that really helped me understand the workflow and really get into a new approach to making music. This video goes through some of the sounds and sequences I designed throughout my time with the Machinedrum.
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  • @whatistau
    @whatistau 9 місяців тому +2

    It has such a unique sound.. Gerlad Donald (Heinrich Mueller, Arpanet) used it extensively on many of his late albums. Quantum Transposition is made almost entrely on MD & MM

  • @MrRachele
    @MrRachele Рік тому +10

    I like to call my Machinedrum a drum synth. But I hear you on the modular front. Coming back to the MD after learning modular synth techniques, the MD did open up and now I love it even more than before.
    Staple in the studio and live.
    Still my favourite Elektron box.
    Although admittedly I have none of the newer mk2 or square boxes.
    All the old boxes are enough for me.

  • @churlishbeardo
    @churlishbeardo 13 днів тому

    Oh, that’s a MK1 - I’d forgotten that they only sported two bars. Great kits and patterns here, thanks.

  • @J1M0TEE
    @J1M0TEE Рік тому +4

    Yes mate! So good to see some love for the OG non-UW Machinedrum! 🙏🏻🧡
    I recently picked one up and absolutely love it. The sound design possibilities are incredibly vast on this beast. I love the sounds and patterns you’ve teased out of it. Thanks for sharing, brother ✌🏻

  • @DanielD.mp3
    @DanielD.mp3 Рік тому +9

    Was really hoping you’d get into some of the programming techniques on these! Every pattern is magical.

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  Рік тому +13

      I'll make a video about my programing approach to the MD. Thanks!

    • @jehr897
      @jehr897 Рік тому

      Great beats. Would also love to see a workflow video along with how you apply ROM/RAM machines for some crazy IDM stuff. A tutorial would be sick! Keep up the killer grooves.

    • @Claidheambmor
      @Claidheambmor Рік тому +1

      @@jehr897 Gonna be hard to demo on the Mk1 non-UW

    • @jehr897
      @jehr897 Рік тому

      @@Claidheambmor just noticed this!

  • @mattkaz9604
    @mattkaz9604 6 місяців тому +1

    It's still the drum machine that I find most interesting and versatile. It lacks some newer sequencer developments from the newer elektrons, but the sound of it is still more unique and inspiring.

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  6 місяців тому

      Yeah the Machinedrum was my first Elektron box… it’s still one of my favorites! What it lacks I. Modern Elektron sequencer power, it makes up for with the assignable 16 LFOs!!!

    • @RP-mp4ow
      @RP-mp4ow 6 місяців тому

      Individual track sounds would be nice. The rest can be externally sequenced, but that's where my workflow with this incredible machine broke(and would break again if I ever got another opportunity with this machine(drum))
      Still, no other drum machine was as deep or as boundless feeling as this one. Still my favorite despite its shortcomings

  • @Kablehead
    @Kablehead Рік тому +5

    I wish they would bring it out again. And i'd like to have a red display on all my elektron devices. 🙂

    • @hesher2301
      @hesher2301 Рік тому

      White or black displays much better ))

    • @Kablehead
      @Kablehead Рік тому +2

      ​@@hesher2301 Red displays very much better )))

  • @subradial
    @subradial Рік тому +3

    Love the sounds and patterns, thanks for great video! It is my favourite Elektron box along with Monomachine and Octatrack, pretty much endless possibilities of sonic manipulations / modulations and palette, especially when combined together, nothing comes close apart from modular setups. If I have to sell all my gear but could keep 3 boxes - those will be the keepers!

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  Рік тому +2

      Awesome, thank you! Yeah if I had a monomachine I would keep those three as well!

  • @jamiekent673
    @jamiekent673 Рік тому +1

    Great video 👌, I remember trying to get my hands on either a Machinedrum or a Monomachine from 2006 till about 2009, they seemed so expensive for my student pokets. They just looked so cool and different and everyone who owned one just seemed content, like they had seen the light or something 😅... Anyway never did manage to get the cash together to buy one and went through a string of cheaper hardware synths... So when I walked into a music store in 2017 and saw a digitakt for the first time my mouth just dropped... It's been my "go to" everything since... I sometimes sequence a nord drum with it for some pseudo Machinedrum vibes 😏...

  • @JoshBeavers
    @JoshBeavers Рік тому +2

    You've made some amazing and sick patterns. Great work on this thing!

  • @Farold_Haltermeyer
    @Farold_Haltermeyer 7 місяців тому

    Hugely helpful to hear long term experiences, big thanks

  • @SpikesStudio3
    @SpikesStudio3 Рік тому +2

    Ah bro, that was sweet. Im UW but the md is one of the best drum machines ever made. It was "right place, right time". "With love from sweden" it says in the box. Gold.

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  Рік тому +1

      Absolutely one of the best drum machine ever! Thanks.

  • @mykhailshavkunov7345
    @mykhailshavkunov7345 Рік тому +1

    happy owner of one. it's magical box. I had OT and DT sold them. MD is keeper for sure.
    ps: great video! ambient kits were amazing!

  • @ubiquitousreverser
    @ubiquitousreverser 8 місяців тому

    Mmm, yes, yes. Love the sound. I always enjoy your vibe w/your music & this just makes me want to sample this video and others use of the MD and get to cutting and shaping the sonics in the OT. ❤ Also have enjoyed these ‘long term’ reviews to hear on the experienced perspective of gear rather than the first impressions. Thanks for sharing the MD love.

  • @KentBuchla
    @KentBuchla Рік тому +1

    Very nice programs and use of modulation, Shiro.

  • @browe
    @browe Рік тому +1

    Happy New Year! Peace and respect. MD is a beautiful instrument (I loved my MK II--no special pedigree like yours) and makes a lovely companion to its sister the Monomachine.

  • @ricardovtoledo7139
    @ricardovtoledo7139 Рік тому +2

    Buen video maestro, gracia por el gran trabajo

  • @whoadog8725
    @whoadog8725 Рік тому +5

    Man… I regret selling mine. I love the Syntakt, but it’s not same mane.

  • @blush_response
    @blush_response Рік тому +1

    dope grooves, Shiro :)

  • @fsuchs
    @fsuchs 11 місяців тому +1

    Exciting video!

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  11 місяців тому +1

      glad you enjoyed it.

    • @fsuchs
      @fsuchs 11 місяців тому

      Really you beat composing skills are enjoyable :) I need to work on my MD a bit more ;)

  • @OrignialDublix
    @OrignialDublix Рік тому

    awesome demo! impressive projects

  • @dracul74
    @dracul74 Рік тому +1

    Sounds great!

  • @tteejj_
    @tteejj_ Рік тому +1

    Great video! I just got my hands on one but it needs a little love. Who do I get at the Elektron office in LA to send to? Thanks again!

  • @cold00n
    @cold00n 3 місяці тому +1

  • @SONICrider
    @SONICrider 8 місяців тому +1

    Happy I found this... Have one 2 and this gave me new directions, thanks \0/

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  8 місяців тому +1

      Yeah! it's one of my all time favorite instruments after the modular synthesizer

    • @SONICrider
      @SONICrider 8 місяців тому

      @@VoltageCtrlRtv - kinda agree, modular is my first go to... take care!

  • @tolookatyou
    @tolookatyou Рік тому +1

    Love this!

  • @ukbloke28
    @ukbloke28 7 місяців тому

    Every beat is incredible. Do you have anywhere I can buy full length versions, I’d listen to this all day?

  • @adamjohnson5152
    @adamjohnson5152 Рік тому +2

    Hey Voltage Control, great content. Your beat compositions are inspiring. Do you think it’s worth getting the UX version over the non UX version? I am looking for an instrument where I can learn drum sound design and synthesis, but that last me awhile in terms of versatility. I was considering the Tempest, but the Machine Drum seems like a better place to start. Would appreciate your insight.

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  Рік тому

      I like the original Machinedrum, I didn't need the sampling capabilities. I like the synth engines in it, it's sooo good for sound design... the Machinedrum is like a digital modular synth disguised as a drum machine. I do have to say the Tempest is an incredible instrument, damn it, now you got me thinking about adding one to the collection. hahaa

    • @adamjohnson5152
      @adamjohnson5152 Рік тому +1

      @@VoltageCtrlRtv I appreciate for your input. Thank you. Do you know if the synth engine is different in the original Machine Drum from the UW version? I couldn’t find any comparison in terms of sound. Also, I would be curious what you could do with the Tempest.

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  Рік тому

      They have the same synth machines, the UW version is really cool, I just didn't need to spend extra for more sampling, I already have 2 Octatracks, a Digitakt, OP-1, OP-Z and my OG MPC60II. Send help. hahaha

    • @adamjohnson5152
      @adamjohnson5152 Рік тому

      @@VoltageCtrlRtv Thanks for the advice. I’ll pick up the non UW, so I can focus on design and composition. I think a limited palette may work better to just develop my skill set first. I noticed you also use the Bluebox mixer. What are your thoughts on this unit? Would you prefer an analog mixer over this?

    • @adamjohnson5152
      @adamjohnson5152 9 місяців тому

      Hey VC, just got the Machinedrum drum original version. I have to wrap my head around and see what we can do. Thanks for the inspiration. Your demos convinced me.

  • @SONWU
    @SONWU Рік тому +1

    Hey!
    The kit starting at 04:13 …is that snare synthesized? If yes, that is impressive!

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  Рік тому

      All sounds were made with the Machinedrum machines, no samples on the OG MD. Peace bro!

    • @SONWU
      @SONWU Рік тому +1

      Thanks for your answer! woweee…very nice :)@@VoltageCtrlRtv

  • @goutemouassa7537
    @goutemouassa7537 Рік тому +1

    Amazing video, just discovered your channel. Does the Syntakt get into MD territories ? 2nd hand price in France are similar for a non UW version

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  Рік тому +1

      thanks for tuning in! The Syntakt tiptoes a litte bit in the Machinedrum direction, but the MD has deeper options for sound design.

  • @delsinnisled9443
    @delsinnisled9443 2 місяці тому +1

    how come the scale setup button has only 3 leds? fake machine?

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  2 місяці тому

      I have the MK1 version, the 1st led is for 1/16 notes and the other 2 are for 1/32 notes that are split between page 1 and 2.

  • @patrikkonat3085
    @patrikkonat3085 Рік тому

    VoltageCTRLRtv have you considered trying out the MegaCommand Live?
    It really makes the Machinedrum a little younger.

  • @quiddam
    @quiddam 10 місяців тому +1

    sounds 100x better than the syntakt. I sold mine like a dumbass back in the day when I didn't know any better

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  10 місяців тому +1

      I don't like pitting the Elektron boxes against each other, but I have to admit the Machinedrum is incredible!, and 100x better then the Syntakt. I really like being able to assign the unused LFO's to as many modulation points to one sound/machine. I just wish the MD had the modern day Elektron sequencer and it would be in god mode! I'm going to start a campaign/petition "Return of the Silver Elektrons"
      Machinedrum & Monomachine with modern sequencers and overbridge! Thanks in advance Elektron. LOL

  • @ElectronicazMusic
    @ElectronicazMusic Рік тому +2

    Excellent demo. Thx so much. I have a MKII arriving in a couple of days. Excited? Errr, just a bit.

  • @lewis9898
    @lewis9898 Рік тому +1

    Elektron need to reissue the MD or make a Mk 3 asap!!

  • @onesmallthought
    @onesmallthought Рік тому

    Just keep coming back to this video. it sounds like you're modulating the delay time with an lfo. How do you do that?

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  Рік тому

      the 16 lfo's are assignable to pretty much every function in the Machinedrum, you can use multiple lfo's per sound if they are unused on other tracks.

  • @arhnstaylor4061
    @arhnstaylor4061 Рік тому

    Yes.

  • @onesmallthought
    @onesmallthought Рік тому +1

    2:56 ✊ Which model do you have?

  • @mofateam1
    @mofateam1 Рік тому +1

    I still like my MD, it has a character of its own - the only not so great thing about it is the cheap reverb...

  • @user-tn6xc7dy6n
    @user-tn6xc7dy6n Рік тому +1

    Shameless plug that I'm selling mine :)

    • @VoltageCtrlRtv
      @VoltageCtrlRtv  Рік тому

      no shame in that... you're in the right place.

    • @Claidheambmor
      @Claidheambmor Рік тому

      Considering you've not said where in the world you are or how much you're asking, it's not much of a plug.

  • @NUNUA
    @NUNUA Рік тому +2

    Infamous = well known for some bad quality or deed. This is the dictionary meaning.