Linn LM-2 LinnDrum Vintage Drum Machine Basic Demo

YouTube Uploaded by zibbybone on Jan 11, 2012

"I [zibbybone] made this video to demonstrate the basic functions of the LM-2 LinnDrum drum machine and to embed it in my eBay listing, but I just sold it to a local. I start off with a 2 bar pattern featuring every available sound. Next, I demonstrate the stock sounds except the toms are "Toms6", more of an electronics "Simmons" style instead of acoustic toms. I also demonstrate the tuning ability of the snare, sidestick (chained to snare's pitch), toms and conga as well as the closed hihat decay. The LinnDrum has 5 trigger inputs which can be assigned to any of the onboard sounds. Here, I use a Roland TR-707 to trigger the LM-2's kick, snare, sidestick, closed hihat and clap than then program a pattern on the 707. You can hear some double triggering on the kick and clap, so it's best to experiment with different sounds as your sources to trigger the LM-2. Ideally, you want sounds with sharp attacks and instant decays. I finish off the video with a pattern based on Don Henley's "Sunset Grill".
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