Elektron Digitone review, tutorial and FM synthesis explained (VPM synthesis too...)

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A detailed review of the core features of Elektron's new Digitone. Feel free to ask me anything in the comments.

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TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
0:40 The most FAQ
1:25 Subtractive synthesis
2:00 FM synth basics
3:40 Ratios
4:35 Envelopes
6:10 Algorithms
7:30 More controls
9:00 Filters
10:40 AMP options
11:35 effects overview
12:45 LFOs
14:30 Sorting thru sounds
15:40 Sequencing options
17:40 Parameter locks
18:05 Trig conditions
18:50 Sound locks
19:50 Some misc stuff
20:45 The arpeggiator
22:00 Midi tracks and FX

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[serdarsaydan]

hey,
apart from the very good quality of your videos, i like the fact that you do not celebrate yourself like a popstar like some other youtubers.
but that is probably a matter of taste. your videos are very pleasant for me. thank you so much for all your helpful introductions to all these machines.
greetings from berlin

[lacevvood]

Very informative. I'm an electronics engineering student and we just covered AM, FM and fibre optic communications. I love being able to connect what I'm learning in class to synths :D

[rodmorrison]

I am so late to this party but this has got to be the very best, clearest and most informative video I've seen about the Digitone. You have completely dispelled my fear of this box and I'm going to have to have a serious think about whether I need one now.

[ActualKaktus]

I often create drum sounds with mine using Steinberg's Backbone. It allows me to separate the noise and tonal characteristics into separate layers for resynthesis, editing, and a number of other things. I can also layer additional samples. It's an awesome tool for doing sound design and making drum kits. The digitone produces great samples.

[davidrobot]

If you haven't already maybe consider penning some books on this stuff. Your comprehensive explanations, full feature coverage, and exceptional presentation skills make me think this is what you should be doing. Are you a dentist? Anyhow keep going. o/

[RobertAdachi]

First time to understand the basic mechanism of FM synthesis. Thank you very much. You are super!

[SteveM]

You have an amazing wealth of knowledge! And you're also a great instructor/demonstrator. Thank you for the amount of time and effort you put into these awesome videos.

Cheers!

[RedMeansRecording]

This is a great review! I learned something. Thanks!

[dataphreak]

I never knew how to use a spectrum analyzer until I saw this video. I can use an Oscilloscope, but seeing the spectrum analyzer used with a "Harmonic Rich" synth voice and a filter really brought things together.

[kawaiismoke]

Dude you have single-handedly made me buy so much great gear. Thanks for making these videos! You have a real gift for demonstrating gear in an interesting and succinct way.

[sierragold]

Easily, one of the most informative, well thought-out synth channels on YouTube. Thank you!

[heavysystemsinc.]

Just ordered mine today. I'm an FM junkie, and although I am not especially impressed with the 4OP here and only sine wave (TX81z is has far more capabilities), the sequencer itself is what will make this machine for me.

[MichaalHell]

This was very informative. FM synthesis coupled with elektron sequencing seems like a crazy ride!

[bakatoroi]

It's been many months since I started researching what synth I'm gonna get next. This video finally ends that quest. Thank you!

[myheartjoy]

I just bought one recently and this video is epic, super helpful in understanding this machine.

[gingerlady]

All your expert knowledge and patience gives me hope to get to grips with this machines capabilities. I am so interested sound synthesis this video will be my reference point. I cant thank you enough.

[goldmanz]

Thank you for the quality production... Camera work and Content... very nice

[shapeshiftersmediagroup]

I'm so late, but this looks like a phenomenal Amazing review as always.

[HarMegiddo]

Wow. Blown away by your teaching skills and explaining fm synthesis. What an incredible video!!!

[kmontzka]

Been waiting for your review since this was announced. As always, it was well worth the wait. Thanks for a very informative overview of what the Digitone is capable of and how it achieves it. Thanks again!