Digitakt 1.5 : Time Stretching & Slicing Update!

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00:00 : intro
01:36 : werp machine
03:41 : repitch machine
05:47 : slice machine
11:18 : bar length recording
16:04 : doggy distraction minute
17:12 : sample rate reduction
22:15 : thoughts re: octatrack, elektron, and more
30:10 : future feature wishlist?
31:16 : outro and patreon props

robot optimization tests : Unlock new dimensions of sonic exploration with time stretching and added machine functionality on the Elektron Digitakt! In this comprehensive tutorial, we delve into the powerful time stretching capabilities of the Digitakt, a sampling drum machine and sequencer from Elektron. Learn how to manipulate tempo, duration, and pitch to stretch your samples, opening up a world of creative possibilities. But that's not all – we also explore the added machine functionality of sample slicing, one-shot mode, and sample rate reduction. Discover how to slice up your samples, rearrange them, and create dynamic patterns. Dive into one-shot mode for instant triggering of your samples, perfect for drum hits and sound effects. Explore sample rate reduction for gritty lo-fi textures and digital artifacts. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced user, this tutorial provides step-by-step instructions, insights, and creative techniques to enhance your music production with the Digitakt's time stretching and added machine functionality. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your sound design and composition game. Watch now and unlock a world of sonic possibilities with the Elektron Digitakt!

[nckwntzl]

Nothing makes me happier than a video with good chapter makers. Imagine the joy when you said "this is the doggie distraction minute" and I checked to find that you had made a chapter for it. Bravo

[chinidadian]

So much respect for Elektron for continuing to add features this many years into the product's lifecycle.

Also much respect to you for these fun but fully educational videos.

[thelightshineth]

First time viewer - fun video! I've had my Digitakt since it came out and it's so freaking amazing how much they have added. I remember when the big issue was "when overbridge??" and look how far it has come now. The new machines add so much more flexibility in direct creative exploration without having to fiddle with all these intricate hacks. In the manual they talk about the Digitakt having "soul" or something to that effect and in the past I always thought that was kinda overstated fluff, because the DT still always seemed very "mechanical" and technical and fiddly... like, yeah it could do a LOT of stuff but it's like you had to consult the Elektronauts Handbook of Secret Hacks to do all of it - but now as it is today I think I could truly stand by the sentiment that it has grown to be something with true soul in a streamlined and elegant form.

[ElSWVisitor]

Thanks. Got my digitakt yesterday and updated this morning. You saved me a little reading 😃

[PeterHommel]

Shoutout to @AudioPilz: Maybe a Better Gear episode?!

[catchthehare]

Your final points are totally on point. There seems to be real - sustainable - philosophy from Elektron about product lifespan and the longevity of these machines through continuous (and perfectly doable) updates. I feel there was blip with the Analog series and how quickly they went from MKI to MKII, but they seem to have found their stride in UI and industrial design now

[joepolophotography]

This is some top tier youtube right here, been loving your digitakt videos. Definitely the best overview of the new features I've seen so far. Keep up the good work

[connorscsf]

This update is badass! I love that Elektron listens to us party people and continues to update their devices.

[AT-eheo]

This update is the perfect reason for a “Better Gear” episode

[jacobthewinner]

I feel spoiled sometimes. Thanks Elektron, Thanks Wes!

[MikkelGrumBovin]

NOW I BELIEVE AGAIN ! In what, i have NO clue, but my faith is STRONG !

[marcelallbriton]

These updates come from viewing the Digitakt as a musical instrument rather than an electronic box. Well done Elektron. Keep the musical instrument design philosophy. It differentiates you in a crowded sea of electronic boxes.

[duketranslucentrd]

New to the channel. Thank you for just blowing my mind by pointing out that Digitakt with OS 1.5 has time-stretching. How the hell did I miss that?? I've been clamouring for that feature for eons. I really should pay attention when updating the OS. PS - and I say this with all the love in the world as I love your style and humour - but you remind me a lot of Kip Dynamite!

[aquaticnuke]

I hope Florian saw this video! Thanks Wes for the tips I was slicing my amens in fl studio I didn’t realize it had this update! I’m behind the times

[kylewall]

Quickly becoming my favourite synth channel, I love that you fuck with breaks and your sense of humor is great. I hope we get some machines on dn, midi arp would be killer.

[allgonewrongful]

Dude no one else has mentioned the LFO destinations, I was afraid to hope, but my god that is brilliant, thanks. And i got my 2nd lfo back!

[DuckForPope]

I have both the Digitakt and the Octatrack. I'll always love the Octatrack for the two things the Digitakt can never replicate: the crossfader and external cards for holding GB's of samples!
Having said that the Digitakt is really damn impressive for it's price point. Just.. wow 😍

[mike_qbik]

Best overview of the update. Like best. And why I am not surprised ) I come here only for the best 👍🏻

[jimistixxdrums]

Thank you for your work.
Love your delivery, love the videos.
Yay Softpops!

[salosling]

using the Digitakt as a sound collage/musique concrete machine, I'd be more then content if this was its final form. Even now that v2 is out, i still dont feel urgent to swap out v1 for it based on my needs. Excellent machine that's now a personal staple