alexforta's Reviews

Steep, steep learning curve ( otherwise 5 stars )

But once you get there it's a beautiful piece of kit. From what I read if you can work with the OT you will have no issues with other Elektron gear. If you already own a piece of Elektron kit it should be familiar and more easy to ramp up.

Hands on drum computing monster for studio use

This one's not for the faint of heart. You can't save settings. There is no recall. Neither is there USB connectivity. It's all analog baby.

I pair it with an Octatrack to sample parts when magic moments unfold.

About getting creative when using the DRM as a standalone: You can use the Master out on the back, or plug in TRS cables for each output on the front to separate tracks. When using a Y-style stereo plug you can route the L channel into a send effect and use the R signal, from that effect, back into the DRM. The machine will feed the processed signal back into the Master mix. This basically means you can have 8 effect pedals next to the DRM, one for each track and go nuts.

For me this is an ideal instrument. It's build like a solid piece of metal ( or tank if you prefer ). The knobs feel great. The sound quality is up to par.

I love to get lost when jamming on the DRM. Realising that I will never return to this exact spot in time and space.

Replaced by the Xone:4D

Soon after this one came out it got replaced by the Xone:4D ( which is an Traktor certified mixer for DVS ). It also misses the 4 band EQ the Xone:92 has and which I miss a lot when using this one. Nice to be able to use in a home studio as a sound card / midi controller and dj mixer.

Best and most versatile analog mixer out there

Numerous in- and outputs. Especially the send / returns ( 2 sends on each channel ). Outputs have a lót of headroom. Hard not to fall in love with the 4 band EQ ( > any new mixer I would consider in the future must have a 4-band eq ). Anyone looking for a high quality mixer for their dj / small live PA setup: this one's it. Without a shadow of a doubt.