u/jimbo_bones

Ever since I got my Tonverk I've struggled with the division of labour with the Digitakt 2. In order to keep which sound is coming from where straight in my head I've been using the DT2 as a pure drum machine and the TV for melody, ambience etc.

I also find only having a stereo out on the DT2 limiting. I want to send various outputs to the Tonverk and pedals via a mixer discretely. Though I know Outbox is coming.

I'm considering selling the DT2 and picking up an Analog Rytm MK1. Clearer division of labour, an output per track and less of what I don't need from the DT2. Plus one or two hundred quid back in my pocket if I'm lucky.

A used AR MK2 could be in reach if I sold some other gear but it feels like the major benefits are the better screen (I can live with that), better pads (I'm not much of a finger drummer) and a sample input (not really part of my workflow). Or maybe it's worth the extra outlay in ways I'm missing?

Alternatively I could wait for Outbox and use it with the DT2 or even swap in a Syntakt with Outbox.

Anyone using a similar combo able to offer a perspective on this?

My 15 year old cousin has borrowed my old MK 1 Digitakt now that I’ve upgraded. He’s keen but it turns out I’m a terrible teacher.

I think he grasps the concept of parameter locking, the sequencer in general, how the LFOs work, how to load or record samples, how to use single cycle oscillators to make a synth sound etc. I don’t think he needs much more guidance on the technicalities of the device.

He’s a good guitarist and plays in a band with his mates so he gets music in general but he just hasn’t got any real experience making electronic music. He’s new to it in general as a bit of an indie kid but I think he’s getting into techno and the jungle his old man was into as a lad.

I think it would be really helpful for him if there was a follow along sort of video or series out there. Can anyone recommend anything? Genre’s not particularly important, I think he just needs to get to the point where he can feel like he’s made something rather than randomly messing about