"2 oscillators, each activated with a switch, RCA jacks to plug in additional sensors like touch sensors, pressure sensors, etc. Powder coated metal enclosure decorated with exotic wood (Padauk), a red/orange hardwood, and solid aluminum control knobs.
Pulsing beats, spacey soundscapes with light Theremin photocell sensor control.
1/4" audio output jack, 2.1mm power adapter jack for external 9-12V power supply or 9V battery."
"Meet Traktor Pro 4. Traktor is the go-to software for hundreds of thousands of DJs at every level – from mixing with friends to headlining festivals.
The latest version brings stem separation, flexible beatgrids, iZotope Ozone mastering technology, and more. Plus, there are the Traktor staples like studio-grade effects, club-ready sound, and compatibility with the hardware that works for you."
Playlist:
Introducing Traktor Pro 4 | Native Instruments
What’s new in Traktor Pro 4 | Native Instruments
Introducing Ozone Maximizer in Traktor Pro 4 | Native Instruments
Introducing stem separation in Traktor Pro 4 | Native Instruments
Introducing Pattern Player in Traktor Pro 4 | Native Instruments
Introducing flexible beatgrids in Traktor Pro 4 | Native Instruments
Press release follows:
Berlin, July 17, 2024 – Native Instruments today announced Traktor Pro 4, the latest version of their flagship 4-deck DJ software. Building on the core features that made Traktor Pro the go-to software for hundreds of thousands of DJs around the world, the latest version brings next-generation creative tools including flexible beatgrids, high-quality stem separation, Ozone Maximizer, and Pattern Player. Wherever you are and whatever you’re playing, Traktor Pro 4 gives you the freedom and flexibility to mix your own way.
What’s new in Traktor Pro 4?
Stem Separation powered by AI and RX Transform the way you mix and remix with stem separation powered by AI and iZotope’s legendary RX technology. Precisely isolate and manipulate drums, bass, instruments, and vocals individually. With each stem waveform right in front of you, you can apply filters and effects with a high level of accuracy to get everything sounding just right.
Flexible Beatgrids Traktor Pro 4’s flexible beatgrids are ideal for moving between genres or mixing tracks with a changing tempo. With flexible beatgrids you can precisely follow each tempo change throughout a track, enabling highly accurate looping, beat jumps, beat effect layering, and beat alignment—all without impacting the audio quality.
Pattern Player Bring the sounds of iconic drum machines and leading producers to your sets. Pattern Player is packed with percussion kits including the signature drums of industry legends like Rebekah, Luke Slater, Len Faki, Chris Liebing, Dubfire, and many more.
Ozone Maximizer Take your sounds and sets to new heights while protecting the mix from clipping and distortion. Ozone Maximizer utilizes technology from iZotope’s award-winning Ozone mastering software. Its Intelligent Release Control allows you to finally boost the loudness of your sets without distortion.
Traktor Pro 4 features
Core functions Complete control over up to four decks in Track, Stem, and Remix Mode Highly reliable Sync to keep everything sounding on point [New] Advanced flexible beatgrids for precise effects, looping, navigation and mixing between tracks with changing tempo [New] Ozone Maximizer with iZotope’s award-winning technology to boost loudness while preserving transients and dynamics Mix recorder to record your sets A range of EQs and filters modeled on industry-standard mixers Key detection and shifting feature for harmonic mixing Smart Playlists for efficient library organization [New] Two free months of Beatport Streaming Advanced or Beatsource Streaming
Unleash Your Unlimited Imagination with the new Essential D1 — Your Intuitive Rhythm Partner
Los Angeles — July 17, 2024 — With a dedicated mission to empower musicians of all levels, Donner has proudly announced the official release of the Essential D1 Performance Beat Machine. Featuring both real-time recording and step sequencing workflow, the Essential D1 is engineered to inspire and open up a world of possibilities for both entry-level and advanced musicians venturing into the world of electronic music production and performing. The Donner ESSENTIAL D1 Performance Beat Machine is now available for purchase and ready for shipment since its first unveiling at NAMM 2023.
Versatile Sound Engine The Essential D1's robust sound engine offers a world of sonic possibilities. With 12 tracks, each featuring 1 to 2 custom-designed effects, as well as two send effects (Delay + Reverb) and a Compressor on the Master Channel, sound manipulation has never been more dynamic.
Two Workflows in One The Essential D1 effortlessly merges real-time recording and step sequencing workflows, providing an unrivaled platform for creative expression. Transition seamlessly between finger drumming and step sequencing to produce music with unparalleled fluidity.
Touch-sensitive Encoders With the new Essential D1, players can fearlessly explore sound parameters using the five touchable endless encoders. Ensure precision while checking values, as a touch instantly displays parameter values on the LCD screen, providing clarity before any changes are made.
Factory Content by Loopmasters In collaboration with leading sound design label Loopmasters, the Essential D1 includes factory content perfect for a variety of music genres especially electronic music. With 16 drum kits and 64 beat patterns upon device receipt, you're equipped to dive into music-making immediately.
Expand Your Setup D1 isn't just a drum machine; it's a gateway to a comprehensive musical setup. As a standalone beat machine or paired with the Essential B1 Bass Synthesizer, the AUX IN connection and full-size MIDI I/O allow for seamless integration with your other gears.
Sample Import Functionality Elevate your creativity by importing custom samples via the Donner Control software. The internal 4GB memory ensures ample space for your sonic innovations, enabling you to craft music that's uniquely yours.
Intuitive Color-Coded UI Experience music-making without limits through the Essential D1's intuitive design. Each of the 12 tracks is assigned a unique color, enhancing visual memory when operating via the RGB pads and faders, letting your instincts guide your performance.
User-Friendly GUI Navigating complex parameters is now a breeze thanks to the Essential D1’s LCD display and carefully crafted graphical user interface. Perfect for beginners, the Essential D1 empowers artists to focus on their craft with an intuitive beat machine.
"This very piece of music, more than any other, hooked me on the Buchla Music Easel. It's taken from Donnacha's album 'Stay perfectly still', wich is an amazing testimony of what the Easel can achieve on it's own. Here is my modest take on it. The Easel became my favorite electronic instrument since day one when I bought one late 2017. Maybe the only synth I really need. This is a live take, the first one. With a Boss DD5, a Strymon Blue Sky and Elektron Analog Heat. Footage: Dansk Arkitektur Center, Copenhagen, Denmark, June 2024.
Please enjoy on your favorite headphones or speakers. You can find my music here on Bandcamp: https://thamel.bandcamp.com Thank you for listening."
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"Crafting some Saturnian rainforest vibes on the Frap Tools CUNSA. Using it as the only sound source in the patch, pinging each of the four filter cores with a rotating series of clocks from the Make Noise Tempi. a sprinkling of FM here and there and finally running into the Intellijel Rainmaker for a touch of comb delay. Dense sounds from a relatively simple patch!
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Please note: This video was updated on July 16 after finding Resistor R328 was the incorrect value.
If you have an Avalon from the 6th run your unit may be missing a surface mount resistor relating to the filter PWM input. The result is that the filter CV offset feature and MIDI filter control are not working. This issue affects about 25% of 6th run units, approximately 80 units total.
Serial Numbers Affected: AVxxxx201704 between 0930 and 1044 (i.e.from AV090201704 to AV1044201704)
"In today's episode we use samples of the Prophet-5, Push 3, and my voice to make a total banger (I hope) from scratch. Auo-Shift on the Push 3 is amazing, I love it, and the Digitakt 2 does too! The Prophet-5 is one of the most sought after synthesizer on the market today, you love it and you don't even know it!
