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Elektron Digitakt II User Manual

Elektron Digitakt II
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Elektron Digitakt II Specifications

General IconGeneral
SamplingYes
Sampling Rate48 kHz
Bit Depth24-bit
TypeSampler/Drum Machine
Polyphony8 voices
SequencerYes
Audio Inputs2x Mono
MIDIIn/Out/Thru
USBYes
EffectsReverb, Delay, Chorus
Power SupplyDC 12V
Audio Outputs2 × 1/4" impedance balanced main audio outputs, 1 × 1/4" headphones output

Summary

Introduction to Digitakt II

Manual Conventions

Explains the conventions used in the manual for clarity and consistency.

Understanding the Digitakt II

Digitakt II Panel Layout and Connectors

Front Panel Overview

Details the controls and functions on the Digitakt II's front panel.

Rear Panel Connections

Describes the various input and output ports on the rear of the unit.

Initial Setup and Power On

Provides essential steps for setting up and starting the Digitakt II.

Digitakt II Sound Architecture

Audio Voices Configuration

Explains the 16 stereo audio voices and their sound engine components.

Effects Processing

Details the integrated effects like chorus, delay, and reverb.

Digitakt II Data Structure Overview

+DRIVE Storage System

Describes the +Drive storage for projects, presets, samples, and kits.

Core Data Organization

Explains the structure of projects, songs, patterns, kits, presets, and samples.

Interacting with the Digitakt II

Navigating the User Interface

Guides users on navigating menus and screens using keys and knobs.

Parameter Adjustment

Explains how to edit and fine-tune various parameters.

Digitakt II Quick Start Guide

Exploring Factory Presets

Instructions for playing and exploring the device's factory presets.

Keyboard and Mute Modes

Guide to using Keyboard mode for playing and Mute mode for track control.

Tempo and Metronome Settings

How to set tempo, swing, and configure the metronome.

Parameter Editing Basics

Learn to edit individual track parameters for sound shaping.

Sampling External Audio

Step-by-step guide to sampling audio from external sources.

Digitakt II Control Reference

Understanding Controls and Keys

Explains the function of Trig Keys, Rotary Encoders, and Key Behavior.

MIDI Note Handling

Details how the Digitakt II processes incoming MIDI notes.

Operating Modes

Describes Keyboard, Mute, and Trig modes for different functionalities.

Patterns, Kits, Presets, and Samples Management

+DRIVE Library and Project Pool

Information on managing presets within the +Drive and project pool.

Preset Browser and Management

How to browse, load, save, and manage presets and kits.

Sequencer Functionality

Pattern Operations and Chains

Managing patterns, selecting banks, and creating pattern chains.

Pattern Editing Modes

Covers Grid, Live, and Step Recording modes for pattern creation.

Euclidean and Micro Timing

Exploring Euclidean sequencer mode and micro timing adjustments.

Quantization and Page Setup

Adjusting quantization and configuring pattern/track lengths.

Advanced Sequencer Features

Details parameter locks, preset locks, conditional locks, and fill mode.

Song Mode Operations

Creating, editing, and playing songs by arranging patterns.

Perform Kit Mode

Using Perform Kit mode for live tweaking and pattern changes.

Track Parameter Deep Dive

Editing Individual Track Parameters

Overview of parameter pages for editing track settings.

Trig Page Parameters

Detailed settings for note triggers, velocity, length, and probability.

Filter and Source Parameters

Configuration of filter machines and source parameters.

Amplitude Envelope Settings

Adjusting the amplitude envelope parameters (ATK, DEC, SUS, REL).

FX and Modulation Parameters

Settings for effects and LFO modulation.

FX and Mixer Parameters

Send Effects Editing

Adjusting parameters for Delay, Reverb, and Chorus send effects.

Compressor Master Effect

Detailed settings for the compressor, including sidechaining.

Internal and External Mixer

Configuring internal track levels and processing external audio inputs.

Sampling Guide

Sampling Menu and Sources

Settings for selecting audio sources and configuring the sampling process.

Sampling Process and Trim

Steps for recording audio, setting thresholds, and trimming samples.

Assigning Samples and Playback

How to assign samples to tracks and control their playback modes.

Sample Management

Loading, unloading, replacing, and renaming samples.

Sample Transfer and Directories

Transferring samples to/from computer and creating directories.

Settings Menu Configuration

Project Management

Options for loading, saving, and managing projects.

Song and Pattern Management

Features for renaming, clearing, saving, and reloading songs and patterns.

MIDI Configuration

Settings for MIDI sync, port configuration, and channels.

SysEx Data Transfer

Procedures for sending and receiving SysEx data for projects and patterns.

Audio Routing Options

Customizing audio signal paths to main outputs, effects, and USB.

Personalization Settings

Customizing LED intensity, backlight, key modes, and auto-copy.

System Settings

Includes USB configuration, OS upgrades, formatting, and storage overview.

Startup Menu Options

Test Mode and Resets

Accessing test mode, empty reset, and factory reset procedures.

Operating System Upgrade

Instructions for upgrading the Digitakt II's operating system.

Setup Examples and Configurations

Connecting with External Gear

Examples of connecting to a bass machine and a smartphone.

Controlling Synthesizers via MIDI

Using Digitakt II's MIDI tracks to control external synthesizers.

Digitakt II Key Combinations

Copy, Paste, and Clear Shortcuts

Quick key combinations for data operations like copy, paste, and clear.

Mode and Function Shortcuts

Shortcuts for accessing modes, sequencer settings, and muting tracks.

Preview and Save/Reload Shortcuts

Key combinations for previewing, saving, and reloading patterns and presets.

Technical Specifications

Electrical Specifications

Details on audio output levels, impedance, and power consumption.

Hardware and Connectivity

Information on the display, ports, and converters used.

Physical Specifications

Dimensions, weight, mounting options, and operating temperature.

Credits and Contact Information

Project Credits

Lists the Elektron crew and contributors to the manual and library.

Contacting Elektron

Provides the official website and office address for support.

Appendix A: Machines

Assigning Machines to Tracks

How to select and assign machine types to audio or MIDI tracks.

SRC (Source) Machine Types

Details on Oneshot, Werp, Stretch, Repitch, Grid, and MIDI SRC machines.

Appendix B: MIDI Specifications

MIDI Parameter Mappings

Lists CC and NRPN values for Track, Trig, Source, Filter, and Amp parameters.

FX, Modulator, and Mixer MIDI Data

MIDI control data for FX, LFOs, and mixer parameters.

Appendix C: LFO Modulation Destinations

LFO Destinations for Audio Tracks

Lists all parameters that LFOs can modulate on audio tracks.

LFO Destinations for MIDI Tracks

Lists all parameters that LFOs can modulate on MIDI tracks.

Appendix D: Keyboard Scales

Selectable Keyboard Scales

Lists all available musical scales for Keyboard mode.

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