Octatrack vs MB6582 SID V2

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Hi Guys,

I have got recently a new sampler, the Octatrack. After I got my hands on for a couple of hours in order to learn the basic functions of this machine I decided to record a short jam session. I hope you like it.

http://soundcloud.com/orange_hand/orange-hand-octatrack-vs

Cheers

orange

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I would like to give you some suggestions for improvements:

  • add feedback pots to your MB-6582 and enable the EXT filter function - this will result into a more aggressive bassline

  • switch to the Knobs layer in the oscillator section, so that the most important parameters CutOff/Resonance/EnvMod/Decay/Accent are directly accessible, you should change them more often

  • is it possible to route the audio output of MB-6582 through the Octatrack and to apply some effects?

  • (I only played an Octatrack once and therefore I’m unsure but..) is it possible to sample MB-6582 during a session for some beats and thereafter to apply effects on such a sample?

Currently it sounds like two different instruments are playing in parallel, but somehow I miss the interaction between the instruments. Add at least a compressor (or limiter) at the end of the audio chain.

Best Regards, Thorsten.

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Hi Thorsten,

thanks for your feedback. You are right with your statements, the session is to static overall… There is a lot to improve. I will try to apply your suggestions in the next session…

Cheers

orange