Trying new things is never a bad thing, they tried, learned and will use that wisdom in future products.
Someone had mentioned that it burnt on the forum…
It seems that they’re only offering refunds, not replacements.
If the overheating defect only affects “a very small number of units”, why is this the case?
I have one, and have had no issues with it, but I’m obviously not taking any chances, so it’s going back. But the fact that they’re not replacing them means that I won’t be either.
- Inserts joke about overheating risk to world from non-rechargeables
Unfortunate turn of events. Perhaps they’ll find a solution to the fault.
Should beta testers be concerned with their handles?
Aww this is sucks for Elektron and customers
FAQ here:
like the Model:Cycles? I agree!
Yes. Everyone. Advice is to cease using them straight away. Remove batteries. Unplug everything. Then send it back to them.
You’ll have to pry my power handles from my cold, dead hands! (Raises power handle above head in defiance)
Seriously, I think I’m keeping mine. I will remove the batteries when it’s going to be unused, but I still want that damn handle.
I’m not sure that’s wise. There’s obviously a major fault if they’re all being recalled en masse. Unless you want to disconnect it and remove the batteries every time you’re not using it.
Yes, that is what I’m suggesting. Leave the batteries in the bag until I am actually going to use it for any length of time. That’s how much I hate having to use a tethered USB brick when I’m using it away from home.
Still considering just keeping it as tilt stand…
those are fine. i’m thinking of a proper big box like MnM or MD
Gives us some new machines in the Model:Cycles and all will be forgiven.
I’ll do with new machines for the M:C
Man I think the days of those mega boxes are long gone. But what if… Elektron just releases a branded PC…
This doesn’t match my experience. My ARmkii is freaking awesome.
Good thing I had mine over the sunny weeks… made a bunch of beats with it outside… now the rain has come and it’s going back…
And I bought this super Varta charger with extra super rechargeable batteries… what else do AA!? Need to put them in something… musically that is.
So it’s now officially available in black?
Is that the Next Wednesday announcement? I was expecting a major DN update