Hi all, I’m new to this forum. Great discussions, good info!
Been studying Elektron Octatrack and Digitakt video’s for quite some time now.
I have the same question. DT or OT? I have no Elektron gear (yet).
I have an OP-1 and use it a lot. I would like a sampler/drum machine to add to it, which can turn an idea in my head into music, fast. Lately I prefer to make music in my living room (or anywhere), create something there and mix/arrange it in Ableton live (in the studio) later on (for me this is the “work” part, less fun).
I’m leaning towards the DT as the OT seems a bit overwhelming to me, in terms of the amount of functions it has. I’m afraid I will get stuck in exploring functionalities in stead of actually making music. At the same time these possibilities are very impressive. I’m sure the OT will surprise me in a a good way during a creative process. But from what I’ve seen on YT, I think the OP-1 and the DT (+ some midi synced synths I have) will be the best solution for what I like to do.
But…I find it so difficult as I’m really impressed with the OT as well, so I’m running around in circles. Questions like; will I miss the time stretching function when buying the DT?
It’s a luxery problem. Any advice or thoughts are most welcome!