Any other views from here on this module?
Did it live up to expectations?
Ive been looking at it & considering getting one for a while but a little on the fence due to size & cost.
But will i need a midi to cv module or no
Re the BeatStep - No
It has 8 x trigger outs for the drums &, CV & Gate out for the 2 x sequencers so no midi required.
I used this in the beginning and found it very good at a reasonable price
Depends on what you want to do.
But definitely optional (to answer the question).
Small comment...
Instead of the Octalink there's other versions of these where the CAT cable connects from the back.
I use these as it keeps things cleaner out front.
Of course you'll need holes at back of your cases....
Traffic from Jasmine & Olive Trees does up to 3.
I think it's sort of what you're looking for
Hey, I was in similar situation for this module as didn't want to do something with surface mount & contacted these who provide a service:
https://www.monolithmodular.co.uk/
Very nice, sounds very inspiring. Any plans for distributors in Europe? :-)
-- Sarguiboy
Thank you! And thanks for asking. I am all for it, and I'm currently shipping to the EU from my shop. I'm happy to work with distributors, but to date the few that i have reached out to didn't bother responding. (These were in the U.S. and in their defense, I suspect that i am too small and unknown as of yet), but if you Know of any I should reach out to in the EU, I'm all for it! I just shipped an Arp Of Darkness to Ireland today.-- FileTransferProtocol
THat was me! - Looking forward to it
I was looking at that Cosmix also but as it's now older model it's not so easy to find...
I got this instead which is similar (I also like having mutes on hand)
https://www.modulargrid.net/e/g-storm-electro-influx
So, would this be an option and work out ok...
Niftycase + audio out cable into focusrite solo 3rd gen? https://focusrite.com/products/scarlett-solo-refurbished?setCurrencyId=1&utm_term=&utm_campaign=&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=9998263402&hsa_cam=483555825&hsa_grp=1148991330118347&hsa_ad=&hsa_src=o&hsa_tgt=pla-4575411501436731&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=e&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&msclkid=eceda7b65215191e608cc2167b74e255
-- EuroBadger
Yep, I use a focusrite in my set up to record into Ableton & it works fine
There are a few options for recording out but honestly there a lots of low cost USB audio interfaces available that would do this for you & that would cost less that buying a dedicated module.
You could use the remaining funds & HP you would save (niftycase is quite small) to get something else to put in the case.
Not exactly what you are looking for but I came across this recently:
https://somasynths.com/illuminator/
Hi, not to steal your thread but I've been looking into using an outboard mixer in the future to have functionality to record individual outputs directly into Ableton...
From looking around thinking along the lines of:
Presonus StudioLive AR12 or 16c, Signature 12 MTK, Tascam Model 12 Analog Mixer with Digital Recorder...
Anyone have any experience of doing this AND/OR recommendations of product above or other?
No. Just came across it while browsing today & thought of your post.
Have no knowledge of it to be honest
May I ask why you want to move the sequencer inside your rack? Is it purely the form factor?
Yes, I feel i'll prefer it in amongst the dedicated drum modules.. playability..erganomics..
On paper, the Beatstep Pro has somewhat the same functionality as the Erica Synths Drum sequencer (I believe difference being that Drum Sequencer has a few more tracks and accents while Beatstep Pro has two cv/velo/gate sequencer which you could also use for accents of course), while costing 1/4th of the price of the Erica Synths one. Also the workflow seems quite similar.
Just curious.
Beatstep is great, don't get me wrong, and great value... Plus you get 2 x sequencers built into it.
But, I have found that while I once thought 8 x outs would be more than enough, I've now used them all & want more; the others have 16.
I also feel the 4x4 grid vs the row of 16 pads will allow me to be quicker & better at programming on the fly..
Besides a drum sequencer where you'd program your own sequences, I find the Mutable Instruments Grids (or any of its clones) usefull to have as interesting accents or some extra background voices. Also it's really easy to dial in snare fills and funky hihat patterns. Grids is also not too expensive so maybe it's nice to have besides a dedicated drum sequencer.
Good shout, just looked at this & for future it could be a welcome next addition.
1 thing the SWT16 seems to have that the Erica doesn't is to be able to add fills on the fly..
I got the Robaux for monetary reasons and I'd say, hands down: Go for the Erica if HP and money is not the issure.
The Robaux rubberized buttons are just not very ... agile? you kinda have to press them hard - they're not trigger pads as e.g. on the ableton push. It works, but if you really want to jam live easily i'd def go for the Erica.
-- s_heidenreich
Cool, thanks for that....
Yeah, I'd rather wait, save & make the right choice...
Had actually wondered if the clicky buttons on Erica would be more "playable"...
Thanks for the input
Hello world,
I'm looking to purchase in the future a dedicated drum sequencer.
Currently have Beatstep Pro which is great but want to bring seq into the case which will be a dedicated drum rig.
Primary requirement are
To be able to play in a live sense as much as possible.
16 outputs
Prefer the 4x4 button layout (as assume easier to change on the fly compared to beatstep)
Currently zoning in on two options
https://www.modulargrid.net/e/robaux-swt16-
OR
https://www.modulargrid.net/e/erica-synths-drum-sequencer-with-black-keys
Ignoring space or cost factors does anyone have any experience that would recommend a specific choice on above (or alternatives with similar functionality)
Many thanks in advance for any input
Anyone purchase anything from VOID modular this year?
I see shop closed for orders around time I placed an order..
- Bought MuteMix back in July
- initial delay in processing & owner apologized (personal reason--understandable)..
- Shipping notification raised (label created) Aug..
Nothing since... checked in early Sept & got a reply but radio silence & no responses since...
Maybe this guy:
https://www.modulargrid.net/e/tesseract-modular-step-fader
It's seems to be able to do similar playability but with additional functions & at a fairly reasonable price.
Resolution (in case anyone else comes across this same scenario)
When clocking using a gate from PAMs the gate width needs to be >1%
(Blooms gate trigger input needs 6ms 5V pulses or longer to register)
I'd try a factory reset.
- Put the module in global mode: hold channel button for 3 sec. until channel led is white.
- Then, hold shift + reset until leds flash.
- Hold channel button to go out of global mode.-- geusensdriesmusic
Thanks, appreciate the response
I tired that & didn't work at 1st but when then changed the trigger on PAMs from gate to Triangle & bam, seems to be working using that ...
Hi,
Just got this module & after 1st plug in it seems the clock input doesn't work.
Anyone have any familiarity/experience with this issue?
Have contacted QB who said they'll look into it....
Hey,
I found these helpful to me:
(1st 3 minutes shows it)..
And also this:
https://ornament-and-cri.me/firmware/
While it seems obvious I found after multiple attempts I was using the wring size USB!.. So i'd doule check this..
Cool ,thanks wishbone....
I need to think a bit more, but I may just add VCA into my plan....
Was looking at a couple of your Jamuary videos (looks good btw) and it seems you have what I plan with the dedicated 3U drum rack... also I see you interacting with the Robaux in a way that I think I'm looking for...and in the patch 1 video the kick sound pretty thumping to me so maybe I just need to cover myself by including VCA...
@Stratx...Apologies for highjacking your thread!
I've literally just bought a Beatstep Pro for this after realising i want more control than the Robaux LL8, just gotta learn the Beatstep Pro now! Its way, way cheaper to buy an external sequencer and the triggers give a good Thwack on drum modules, the LL8 does not and your kicks may sound a bit whimpy unless you boost the triggers through a VCA.
Ah ok, thanks for that... I have a Beatstep Pro that I currently use for drums and it is great but was going to switch to have something in the rack & close to the drum modules and I was thinking the grid format easier to programme on the fly...but... if that's the case I may re-consider...
I'm still a bit new to this...are the Beatstep triggers, longer, higher V or something that makes the difference?
Is it mostly noticeable for the Kick.... Last thing I want is to end up with a whimpy kick!
I've been looking at the Robaux sequencers for this purpose recently...
Planning on using probably the LL82 for only drums...
