I recently got the Akai Force for my drums and it’s now quickly becoming the centerpiece of my studio. Super intuitive, plus Ableton Live integration is awesome, syncs with Ableton Link and it can totally control Live. And you can even install an ssd for up to 2tb of storage on the unit, loving it.
Goon from NI forums has this to say: Aura is great for Drum sequencing, Maschine is a better all rounder, with a software package that hits the spot. The Aura only comes with Nektarine, which is similar in concept to Komplete Kontrol, but it is clunky and takes some working out. the Aura does have the onboard sequencer which is very very powerful, but you will need to transfer that to your DAW at some point. I cannot comment on DAW integration yet, as Nektar are still working on DAW integration for LIVE which I use.
Mel David
🐻 Small factor drum unit from UNO
evo8
I got the Maschine mk3 in the end, still getting to grips with the basics but it's cool so far!
Mel David
🦉 Last year I was considering getting a drum machine but I ended up getting a Traktor Kontrol S2 instead. Figured I can use the pads like a drum machine anyhow. If I had the dosh I'd get a workstation keyboard. Always loved that way of working. Another option. Trackers.
🐻 Beat jamming must feel good on ultra-responsive Sanwa buttons. I want one but it's a non-essential so I'm not getting one.
Teezdalien
I swear by my Digitakt these days. Such a potent and inspiring little box. Great DAW integration with Overbridge too.
Sushipunk
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Originally posted by Teezdalien
I swear by my Digitakt these days. Such a potent and inspiring little box. Great DAW integration with Overbridge too.
Woah, hey mate :eek:
Teezdalien
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Originally posted by Sushipunk
Woah, hey mate :eek:
Hey Stu! Hope you're well man. Gonna try being more active around here again! :)
Sushipunk
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Originally posted by Teezdalien
Hey Stu! Hope you're well man. Gonna try being more active around here again! :)
Yeah, I'm good! It'll be nice to see you around these parts again. Hope you're well too. You still down in Melbourne?
Teezdalien
Ah great to hear. Yes, still in Melbz. Life is pretty good considering the times! Haven't been too affected really. Spend most of my spare time home working on music and stuff anyway, and work has been pretty consistent, so my routine hasn't changed too much.
Sushipunk
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Originally posted by Teezdalien
Ah great to hear. Yes, still in Melbz. Life is pretty good considering the times! Haven't been too affected really. Spend most of my spare time home working on music and stuff anyway, and work has been pretty consistent, so my routine hasn't changed too much.
Thankfully I haven't been too badly affected here either, but everything is still pretty ing weird, lol.
Connector
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Trying not to intervene here but have you guys checked out the new Roland Groove Boxes?
That thing looks and sounds really good. But holy ! The price! :eyes: I guess if money aint a issue then why not?
