Keep these up man, great work. I got my first musical gear as an adult around when you started this channel, probably shortly afterwards. I've since realized I'm far less capable and knowledgeable than I thought, now I'm refocused on easy mode presets I can sit down and play easily. For me that's a Korg SQ-64 as a sequencer for a 1010 Razzmatazz and MicroFreak (they each have their own but I couldn't figure them out and got a great used deal on SQ64). I probably should have started and focused solely on a MiniFreak or Hydrasynth Explorer, but for now I'm using these to learn and get music going faster for me without a computer.
Well, I'm glad you didn't give up when it got difficult. I have heard such contrasting opinions on the sq-64 that I'm very interested to try it! I love the physical form factor of it. Sounds like the sq-64 has made the music fun for you, and that's the most important! Microfreak has been on my want list for the longest, and all the 1010 stuff is cool. I got the chance to try the black and blue box. I actually started with a dedicated sequencer as well. Much easier to learn one sequencer and apply it to multiple machines than to try and learn 3 different sequencers.
Lovely set up! I'd suggest diving into synthisizing drums on the E2 rather than using the pcm samples. Then, sample or export the sounds and use them in the tr-6s👌. This comparison really shocked me what the E2 was capable of as a synth. I will be crafting some drum packs soon, I might share them, but I will deffinently be using them in upcoming videos and jams.
Hmmm, I do love the volca sample! It actually is featured in my zine of favorite drum machines, where the E2 and volca drum are not! But are you synthisizing the kicks in the sample or simply loading them up? 🤔
I absolutely love the metal faceplate of the MK2 tribes! And yes, I didn't go into it much in this video, but mk1 is voice 1 and 2 ring modulation, whereas mk2 has cross modulation. I find cross modulation way better for percusion, but it feels like you essentially lose a voice when using this feature, difficult choice when you only have 4 to start with.
GREAT Comparison....head to head Showdown!!!!...Not dry ....nor lackluster!!!.....PERFECT for those on the fence looking for Demos......Great Demo!!! 😊
Thank you! I'm glad you liked it. Very nice collection of drum machines you go there. I love percusive sounds so I can never have enough drum machines!
Wanted the ER1 and the others , back in the 90s, but couldn't afford them. Nearly bought the Electribe 2(s) when they came out but got distracted by other gear. Finally came back to Korg when the volcas came out and I have the FM;Drum;Keys and Modular. The ER1 ,though limited, is the best of the 3 although I love my Volca Drum. Have also had several Kaoss pads and now I only have the KP1.
I'm definitely a big korg fan boy. All 3 machines are special, but seeing how the ER-1 is currently the most expensive, I'd say the common opinion agrees with you. Though it could be a rarity thing due to being so far out of production. ER-1 is deffinently the most hands on 'instrument', where the other 2 feel more like tools. Even though the ER-1 has a special charm, the single motion recording per part always gets in my way.
I get it, not exactly a fair comparison, but I use E2 for drums alot. With no sustain envalope, it deffinently feels like a drum machine! If you have spent alot of time on the ER-1, the E2 feels like the same TYPE of drum machine. Also, E2 is so much fun for techno!
@@MyLittleSynths I get the point, 90% of my drums come from the E2 but when I search for drum machines I always have to wade through mostly groove boxes. My TR8s now has a lot of sounds other than percussion, still I wouldn't call it a groove box. I really line the Volca drum but mine stopped working after minimal use I have a lot of Korg kit and the Volca is the only piece to stop. Have you had any problems with yours?
I agree! TR8s is not very good as a groove box. Volca drum even has the pitch quantizer! I'm sorry to hear about your volca drum. I don't think I have had any problems. I deffinently pushed it to its limits and was able to overload the midi a few times. But it's super rare for it to act up and always snaps back after a power cycle. What is yours doing? Maybe try updating the firmware?
Thanks for the video and info. Can you please share your setup for battery operated ER-1?
Keep these up man, great work. I got my first musical gear as an adult around when you started this channel, probably shortly afterwards. I've since realized I'm far less capable and knowledgeable than I thought, now I'm refocused on easy mode presets I can sit down and play easily. For me that's a Korg SQ-64 as a sequencer for a 1010 Razzmatazz and MicroFreak (they each have their own but I couldn't figure them out and got a great used deal on SQ64). I probably should have started and focused solely on a MiniFreak or Hydrasynth Explorer, but for now I'm using these to learn and get music going faster for me without a computer.
Well, I'm glad you didn't give up when it got difficult. I have heard such contrasting opinions on the sq-64 that I'm very interested to try it! I love the physical form factor of it. Sounds like the sq-64 has made the music fun for you, and that's the most important! Microfreak has been on my want list for the longest, and all the 1010 stuff is cool. I got the chance to try the black and blue box. I actually started with a dedicated sequencer as well. Much easier to learn one sequencer and apply it to multiple machines than to try and learn 3 different sequencers.
BTW....We have the tribe2...TR6s....mbrut Impact ....each has its place and vibe....YOU ROCK!!
Lovely set up! I'd suggest diving into synthisizing drums on the E2 rather than using the pcm samples. Then, sample or export the sounds and use them in the tr-6s👌. This comparison really shocked me what the E2 was capable of as a synth. I will be crafting some drum packs soon, I might share them, but I will deffinently be using them in upcoming videos and jams.
@@MyLittleSynths Thanks for the tech advice and GREAT CHANNEL!!!!!! ❤️.
I think the best budget drum solution is the korg volca sample 2, especially if you use an external sequencer.
Hmmm, I do love the volca sample! It actually is featured in my zine of favorite drum machines, where the E2 and volca drum are not! But are you synthisizing the kicks in the sample or simply loading them up? 🤔
Finally! The ER1mk2！Among the ERs there is a difference too, between mk1 and mk2.. I prefer the features and all metallic look of the mk2.
I absolutely love the metal faceplate of the MK2 tribes! And yes, I didn't go into it much in this video, but mk1 is voice 1 and 2 ring modulation, whereas mk2 has cross modulation. I find cross modulation way better for percusion, but it feels like you essentially lose a voice when using this feature, difficult choice when you only have 4 to start with.
GREAT Comparison....head to head Showdown!!!!...Not dry ....nor lackluster!!!.....PERFECT for those on the fence looking for Demos......Great Demo!!! 😊
Thank you! I'm glad you liked it. Very nice collection of drum machines you go there. I love percusive sounds so I can never have enough drum machines!
@@MyLittleSynths EXACTLY!!!!!!!
Wanted the ER1 and the others , back in the 90s, but couldn't afford them. Nearly bought the Electribe 2(s) when they came out but got distracted by other gear. Finally came back to Korg when the volcas came out and I have the FM;Drum;Keys and Modular. The ER1 ,though limited, is the best of the 3 although I love my Volca Drum. Have also had several Kaoss pads and now I only have the KP1.
I'm definitely a big korg fan boy. All 3 machines are special, but seeing how the ER-1 is currently the most expensive, I'd say the common opinion agrees with you. Though it could be a rarity thing due to being so far out of production. ER-1 is deffinently the most hands on 'instrument', where the other 2 feel more like tools. Even though the ER-1 has a special charm, the single motion recording per part always gets in my way.
I think Volca Drum could win in a price range/functions ratio
I agree! It's deffinently an evolution of the ER-1. I just wish it wasn't volca sized!!
The E2 is not a drum machine.
I get it, not exactly a fair comparison, but I use E2 for drums alot. With no sustain envalope, it deffinently feels like a drum machine!
If you have spent alot of time on the ER-1, the E2 feels like the same TYPE of drum machine.
Also, E2 is so much fun for techno!
@@MyLittleSynths I get the point, 90% of my drums come from the E2 but when I search for drum machines I always have to wade through mostly groove boxes. My TR8s now has a lot of sounds other than percussion, still I wouldn't call it a groove box. I really line the Volca drum but mine stopped working after minimal use I have a lot of Korg kit and the Volca is the only piece to stop. Have you had any problems with yours?
I agree! TR8s is not very good as a groove box. Volca drum even has the pitch quantizer! I'm sorry to hear about your volca drum. I don't think I have had any problems. I deffinently pushed it to its limits and was able to overload the midi a few times. But it's super rare for it to act up and always snaps back after a power cycle. What is yours doing? Maybe try updating the firmware?