Cheapest Option to get "one more track"

bandersong · 2014-05-04T00:10:17.000Z

Thanks for the replies. I’ll probably be going that route then.

Accent · 2014-05-04T01:27:13.000Z

Microbrute also seems like it could be a good option.

subq · 2014-05-04T04:06:10.000Z

I added a moog minitaur to my A4, it handles most of my bass lines and frees up an A4 track.

Geneoart · 2014-05-04T05:36:31.000Z

mono tribe! that synth is cheap as dirt and has drums.

jonah · 2014-05-04T05:47:45.000Z

nord drum?

also, it’d need filtering distortion, or some kind of processing, but you can use the CV at audio rates and run it back in/run it through something else. (it’s loud, watch out)

nightfade · 2014-05-04T11:13:00.000Z

Braids is my plan.

Geneoart · 2014-05-04T12:05:42.000Z

I played with Braids at meme antennae. That piece sounds great! Not cheap though $400 bucks.

nirun · 2014-05-04T12:43:00.000Z

""subq"":

I added a moog minitaur to my A4, it handles most of my bass lines and frees up an A4 track.

+1 get one used it sounds really different to the A4. 1/4 inch inputs and CV control over level/pitch/filter/gate

subq · 2014-05-05T05:47:01.000Z

""nirun"":

[quote=“subq”]I added a moog minitaur to my A4, it handles most of my bass lines and frees up an A4 track.

+1 get one used it sounds really different to the A4. 1/4 inch inputs and CV control over level/pitch/filter/gate [/quote]
The minitaur is a bass beast, it will shred your woofer, heh.
Btw, you can map the cv control to pretty much anything. It has the 4 cv inputs but what they control can be changed. Also, if you have an OT you can do crazy modulation with all the midi CC.
My minitaur mostly has a permanent home on one of my a4 inputs.

wiresandstraps · 2014-05-05T11:12:14.000Z

Hooked mine up to a MiniBrute yesterday, and then my modular. Works fine, except on the modular I had some tracking issues at first. Resolved this in one of the setup menus.

bandersong · 2014-05-12T13:56:46.000Z

I ended up getting a MicroBrute and I am thoroughly impressed and happy by its use with the Analog Keys. It has a good character that gets those aggressive sharp sounds easier than AK so the AK can focus on where it shines: pads and basses. For leads the microbrute is sick, and with the AKs effects it really sounds amazing.

Thanks all for the suggestions

jimmypw · 2014-05-12T13:59:26.000Z

""elhambre"":

[quote=“t”]Mutable Instruments Anushri.

+1

Plus with the Anushri you get one of the coolest drum machines ever![/quote]

This comment sold an anushri to me. Check out my review. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGMUOzPEuY0

subq · 2014-05-12T15:39:15.000Z

^ excellent choice (and good video)

I have all the volcas and they are great for the price but for slightly more money and a little work you can do better…the anushri is an example of that…you run into a wall pretty quickly on the volcas

neuro_toxin · 2014-05-12T18:44:31.000Z

My setup is a bit different, but I am looking at either the Stylophone S2 or the Microbrute. The bass on the Stylophone is tremendous. It’s also extremely portable, which I am all about.

elhambre · 2014-05-26T21:28:46.000Z

""jimmypw"":

[quote=“elhambre”][quote=“t”]Mutable Instruments Anushri.

+1

Plus with the Anushri you get one of the coolest drum machines ever![/quote]

This comment sold an anushri to me. Check out my review. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGMUOzPEuY0[/quote]
Happy to hear that! Have fun!

wiresandstraps · 2014-05-27T00:13:44.000Z

Good choice on the MicroBrute. My Minibrute loves the AK!

Nymphomation · 2014-06-03T09:47:47.000Z

My AK is on order, so forgive me if this is a dumb question… I’ve looked about and watched reviews, but can’t work it out.

Can the AK sequence another synth alongside it’s own 4 tracks, using the onboard sequencer? I know it has a CV sequencer track, but I have a Volca Bass which has MIDI input. I’ve also borrowed a friend’s monotribe, but that just has SYNC in. Or is there an easy way to convert the CV out into MIDI so something like the Volca can be sequenced?

Thanks in advance

namnibor · 2014-06-04T03:23:39.000Z

""Nymphomation"":

My AK is on order, so forgive me if this is a dumb question… I’ve looked about and watched reviews, but can’t work it out.

Can the AK sequence another synth alongside it’s own 4 tracks, using the onboard sequencer? I know it has a CV sequencer track, but I have a Volca Bass which has MIDI input. I’ve also borrowed a friend’s monotribe, but that just has SYNC in. Or is there an easy way to convert the CV out into MIDI so something like the Volca can be sequenced?

Thanks in advance

Neither the A4 or Analog Keys will “midi sequence” anything, with CV indeed their only external sequencing on their own abilities. The Analog Keys will only act as a midi controller at push of button while you still could have the AK sequencer running, but not driving anything via midi by sequencer.
There’s the original Waldorf Pulse Plus (only the ‘PLUS’ version) that has not only extensive midi implementation, but also extensive CV INS/OUTS, and also will work both ways as a CV to MIDI/MIDI to CV converter. Not sure if the expensive Kenton Box would do what you want with the Volca Bass or if the Volca is able to be circuit-bent like the Monotribe can be.
Really hoping with OverBridge, the ability for A4/AK to midi sequence at least bare minimum note data.

Nymphomation · 2014-06-04T10:12:33.000Z

Thanks for the reply. Shame it won’t sequence external MIDI, I’ve read a few posts bemoaning it.

Ironically, I sold my Waldorf Pulse (though not the plus version) to help fund the AK purchase! I loved that little beast. I’ve just read that the Monotribe has an update which allows for CV input, though I think it’s only gate. There’s even a video of someone CVing one with an A4.

Synthtopia – 28 Feb 13

Korg Monotribe System Update Adds CV/Gate Control

Several readers let us know about an update to the firmware for the Korg Monotribe that adds CV/Gate control: Korg Japan have released a new system firmware, version 2.11, for the Korg Monotribe th…

I actually really like the Volca and would prefer to use that (also, the Monotibe is borrowed!) I can borrow one of those Kenton boxes, so I’ll give it a go. Reverse MIDI to CV… never thought I’d be trying to do that!

I don’t quite get the ‘midi controller’ switch, though I’m sure it will make sense when I finally get my order. I take it midi clock is transmitted the whole time, whether the switch is enabled or not? At least that way I’ll have the Volca in time with it’s own sequencer.

bandersong · 2014-06-07T21:22:45.000Z

http://www.elektron-users.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=28&func=view&catid=9&id=213870#213870

Found that on the A4 subforum posted by coreyappleby

Basically rerouting the CV back into the AK/A4 and pushing up the LFOs to audible range. I’ve gotten tons of sounds using this and kind of wish I had read this before buying a microbrute (although microbrute is a lot of fun )