Elektron Model: Cycles groovebox/synthesizer
The Elektron Model: Cycles is a compact FM based groove box. FM synthesis is a sound process, it allows for a particularly natural and varied sound. However, this technique can be too difficult for beginners. With Model: Cycles, Elektron provides an instrument that allows you to modify the sound without using complex parameters such as FM level, FM ratio and FM scale. Indeed, the groove box proposed by Elektron has a six-track FM engine, each track can be easily manipulated by a dedicated button.
As we said, this groovebox offers six different tracks (one for each FM "machine"), namely Kick, Snare, Metal, Perc, Tone and Chord. Obviously, each track has its own parameters. There are also two global effects, a delay and a reverb, send FX for each track. This instrument offers you enough memory to store sounds and patterns. Therefore, you don't need a computer to store your creation. Moreover, Model: Cycles is equipped with a USB audio port, which can send audio data to your smartphone, etc. Note that many drum machines and drum machines use analog (virtual) synthesis and samples. Model: As mentioned earlier, Cycles is based on FM synthesis, which makes it a great choice for musicians looking for an exceptional timbre.
Six-Track FM Groovebox.
Scale dense, jagged angles, glide across vast, flowing plains, or sink into mists of dissonance. To model is to shape the formless. Model:Cycles is a six-track FM groovebox that explores the heart of sound sculpture.
With six unique machines in a lightweight unit, you can effortlessly shape rhythm and melody across the digital spectrum using instant touch controls. Exploration becomes accessible.
Defining the formless.
The six Digital FM Engine Machines are unique to Model:Cycles, covering both percussive and melodic synths, allowing you to make complete and varied compositions. The four basic synthesis controls put the tools of sound sculpting at your fingertips, modifying the behavior of each machine and allowing you to push them to their limit. Every sound has a beginning-where will you take it?
12 Dedicated Buttons
Dedicated knobs allow you to twist each machine in every direction and get unexpected results that are just waiting to be discovered. Use Control All to push one parameter to the extreme and vice versa on each track. Elektron's powerful sequencer gives you the freedom to record every move live or program the sounds and parameters of your composition step by step.
Lightweight but powerful and heavy sound.
Whether you use it as a versatile stage instrument or as a groovebox to create full compositions away from your studio, exploration has rarely been so convenient and uninhibited.
TECHNICAL FEATURES:
Voice synthesis
- 6 × FM-based machines
- 1 × Assignable LFO per track
- 1 × Assignable velocity modulation per track
- Storage space for up to 60,000 presets
Sequencer
- 6 × Audio tracks (all of which can be used as MIDI tracks)
- Elektron sequencer with up to 64 steps.
- Unique length and range parameters per track
- Locking of parameters
- Micro timing
- Trigger conditions
- Assignable retrigger
- Real-time or grid recording of notes and parameters
- 96 × Projects
- 96 × Patterns per project
- Send and master effects
- Delay and reverb send effects
Hardware
- 6 × Velocity sensitive pads
- 1 × 1/4" stereo headphone jack
- 2 × 1/4" impedance balanced audio output jacks.
- 1 × Micro B USB 2.0 high-speed port
- MIDI In, Out/Thru TRS 3.5 mm dual-polarity jacks
- 128 × 64 pixel LCD display
- 48 kHz, 24-bit D/A converters
- Power Input: 3.5 × 1.35 mm center positive barrel jack, 5 V DC, 1 A
- Battery input: center positive jack 5.5 × 2.1 mm, 4-10 V DC
- 2 × slots for attaching the BP-1 power handle (battery pack will be available at - a later date)
Miscellaneous
- USB audio compliant
- Elektron 3-year warranty
Physical Specifications
- W 270 × D 180 × H 39 mm (10.7" × 7.1" × 1.6") (including buttons and feet)
- Weight: approximately 0.80 kg (1.8 lbs)
- Included in the box:
- PSU-4 power supply
- USB-2 micro USB cable
- 2 × MIDI adapter (5-pin DIN to 3.5 mm TRS minijack)
Brand reference number:
MODEL:CYCLES
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