Elektron Digitakt II – 8-Track FM/PCM Drum Machine & Sampler

The Elektron Digitakt II is a powerful, performed-ready drum machine and sampler. With 8 voice tracks, 4 FX engines, deep Elektron-style sequencing, and USB audio/MIDI support, it brings creative rhythm production to any setup—compact, intuitive, and fully designed for immersive performance.

Põhiomadused

• 8-track voice architecture: Each track can use samples or FM-based sound engines (Kick, Snare, Clap, Hi-hat, Chord, Wave, Tune, Bass) with up to 128 voices per track
• Advanced sequencer: 64-step sequencer with parameter locks, micro timing, retrigs, conditional triggering, probabilities, per-step sample length, and mute conditions
• Four FX layers: Delay, reverb, bitcrusher/sample-rate reduction, and filter with resonance—each track can apply its own FX
• Sample manipulation: Load, record (via audio or USB), trim, reverse, pitch-shift, and apply envelope/mod LFO to samples
• Elektron workflow: Deep sonic control via intuitive knob-per-function interface and visual feedback on OLED screen
• USB + MIDI I/O: Acts as class-compliant audio interface, offers Overbridge plugin, and supports MPE, MIDI In/Out, and Sync connectivity
• Robust build: Steel chassis with compact 21.5 × 17.6 × 6.3 cm dimensions and 1.46 kg weight—built to endure studio or stage

Eelised

Digitakt II gives rhythm creators the hands-on experience of sampling, sequencing, and sound design in a unified box. Perform live with dynamic rhythms, shape textures on the fly, overdub samples, and integrate directly with software or hardware—all with low latency and tactile control.

Kiirspetsifikatsioonid

• Voice tracks: 8 (sample or FM)
• Sequencer: 64 steps with advanced parameter locks and conditions
• Effects: Delay, Reverb, Bitcrusher, Filter per track
• Sample engine: Live sampling, sample import, trimming, editing, tuning
• Display: 128 × 64 OLED
• Audio I/O: 2 × 6.3 mm outputs, 1 × 6.3 mm input, USB 2.0 class-compliant audio
• MIDI: In, Out, Sync with MPE support
• Mõõtmed: 21.5 × 17.6 × 6.3 cm
• Kaal: 1.46 kg

What’s in the Box

• Elektron Digitakt II unit
• PSU-3c power supply
• USB-kaabel
• Documentation & artwork

Sobib ideaalselt

Ideal for beatmakers, live performers, sound designers, and electronic musicians seeking a hands-on groove workstation. Great for live sampling, rhythmic experimentation, DAW integration with Overbridge, and compact studio or stage rigs.

Ühilduvus

USB class-compliant interface for recording audio and MIDI. Integrates with Overbridge for DAW sync and plugin editing. MIDI/SYNC ports allow linking to synths, sequencers, and vintage gear. Also supports SD storage for samples and projects.

Plussid ja miinused

✅ Plussid:

• Powerful sampler/sequencer with Elektron’s workflow
• Four FX layers per track for texture and depth
• Sturdy design, compact form, built for performance
• Seamless DAW and hardware integration via USB and MIDI

⚠️ Miinused:

• Elektron-style interface may take time to learn
• Limited tracks—expansion requires external sequencer or chaining

The Elektron Digitakt II merges sampling, sequencing, and performance into a strikingly creative groovebox. Its expressive engine and tactile flow make it a centerpiece in modern music-making setups.