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Elektron Cycles - User Manual

Elektron Cycles
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Model:Cycles
User Manual

Table of Contents

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Summary

Compliance and Legal Information

FCC Compliance Statement

Details FCC compliance rules and potential interference with operation.

Safety and Maintenance Instructions

Important Safety and Maintenance Instructions

General safety and maintenance guidelines for operating the unit.

Warning: Fire, Electrical Shock, Product Damage

Specific warnings to reduce risks like fire, electrical shock, or product damage.

Power Adapter Safety Instructions

Safety instructions specific to the Elektron PSU-4 power adapter.

About the Model:Cycles

Model:Cycles Overview

Introduces Model:Cycles as an FM-based groovebox with a unique sound engine.

Panel Layout and Connectors

Front Panel Overview

Details the functions of controls and connectors on the front panel.

Front Panel Control Descriptions

Explains the numbered controls on the Model:Cycles front panel.

Front Panel Controls Continued

Front Panel Key Functions

Explains the numbered key functions on the Model:Cycles front panel.

Rear and Side Connections

Rear Connectors Description

Identifies and describes the function of rear panel connections.

Setup and Starting the Model:Cycles

Guides on physically connecting and powering on the Model:Cycles.

Quick Start Operations

Loading a Preset to a Track

Steps to load presets from the +Drive to a track.

User Interface Overview

Main Screen Display

Explains the information shown on the main screen.

Navigation and Menu Interaction

How to navigate menus, folders, and select items.

Model:Cycles Controls

Trig Keys Functionality

Explains the various functions and indicators of the trig keys.

Pads and Pad Menu

Details the pads for triggering presets and pad menu settings.

External MIDI Input Guide

How to use external MIDI devices to control the Model:Cycles.

Playing Modes

Chromatic Mode Operation

How to play presets chromatically using trig keys or external MIDI.

Preset Menu Operations

Saving Presets and Kits

How to save presets and kits, and create folders.

Loading Presets from +Drive

Steps to load presets from the +Drive to a track.

Preset Saving and Locks

Saving a Preset to the +Drive

Detailed steps for saving an edited preset to the +Drive.

Pattern Editing Modes

Grid Recording Mode

How to input trigs and locks using the grid.

Live Recording Mode

How to input trigs and locks in real-time.

Sequencer Features

Track Setup Menu

Settings for individual tracks like transpose and MIDI out.

Sequencer Timing and Quantization

Trig Note Menu

Adjusting pitch, velocity, and length for trigs.

Quantize Menu

Settings for quantizing recorded trigs.

Advanced Sequencer Features

Parameter Locks

How to lock parameter values to specific trigs.

Preset Locks

How to assign specific presets to sequencer steps.

Conditional Sequencing

Machine Locks

How to change machines on specific sequencer steps.

Conditional Locks Explained

How to set up logical rules for trig activation.

Conditional Lock Types

Details various conditional lock types like FILL, NEI, 1ST, X%.

Sequencer Workflow

Fill Mode

How to activate temporary pattern variations for fills.

Copy, Paste, and Clear Operations

How to copy, paste, and clear patterns, tracks, and trigs.

Pattern and Chain Management

Temporary Save;Reload Commands

How to temporarily save and reload patterns for live tweaking.

Track Related Parameters

Parameter Editing Basics

How to adjust track parameters using the knobs.

Control All Function

Applying parameter changes to all tracks simultaneously.

Machines and Sound Shaping

Machines Overview

Introduces the six FM-based machines and their parameters.

Track Effects and Modulation

LFO Menu Overview

Introduces the LFO menu for modulating parameters.

LFO Parameter Settings

LFO Destination Selection

Choosing which parameter the LFO modulates.

LFO Depth and Setup

LFO Depth and Polarity

Sets the depth and direction of LFO modulation.

LFO Setup Menu

Customizes LFO behavior and orientation.

FX Parameters

Reverb Effect Settings

Controls decay time and tone of the reverb.

Configuration Menu Overview

MIDI Configuration

System Upgrade

OS Upgrade in Standard Mode

Procedure for upgrading the OS using the Transfer application.

OS Upgrade in Legacy Mode

Procedure for upgrading the OS using legacy mode.

Startup Menu Options

Factory Reset

Re-initializes RAM and +Drive to factory defaults.

OS Upgrade from Startup

Initiates OS upgrade from the startup menu.

Key Shortcuts

Modulation and Chord Settings

Elektron Cycles Specifications

General IconGeneral
EffectsReverb, Delay
ConnectivityMIDI In/Out, USB
Power12V DC
Audio Outputs2 x 1/4" stereo
StorageInternal memory, USB