![]() ![]() It's no space filling monster but it sits really well in the mix. Nothing at all wrong with the Deluge's synth engine. Based on what you've shared I think the Octatrack is the right one for you though. ![]() I've owned both, currently only own a Deluge. Covers all the weaknesses of both devices and plays really nicely with either. I kind of think you can't go wrong with either, but I'd say it comes down to portability + built in synth engine vs the crossfader (which is seriously fun) and overall better sound quality.Įither way, get a digitone to pair with whatever you choose. ![]() That said, it is still really fun and if synthstrom release a V2 model with a better screen I'd buy it in a heartbeat. I've also had a few outright crashes and found it easier than I'd like to reach the CPU limit and have things start clipping. The Deluge synth and effects sound flat to me, sound design isn't really fun, and navigating the folders for samples on that screen gets old quite quickly. It's just that it can go so deep that it has all these obscure features that might be hard to decipher, but you can also easily ignore them if they don't interest you. It's also nowhere near as hard to learn as people say especially if you're mostly using it as a drum machine / loop mangler / midi sequencer. It may be a decade old but the MK2 doesn't feel outdated at all - there's a really good reason they're still popular. I do definitely kind of miss the portability and how quick the deluge sequencer is, but apart from that the OT is, for me, the much better instrument. I don't have too much to add that hasn't already been said, but I've had both and currently only own the OT. Live performance => Elektron (in fact I think the Rytm is a better comparison to the Deluge vs. Sketching/composition/songwriting => Deluge The Octatrack also has the whole live looping technique built in which can be invaluable depending on your workflow. This makes it really easy to set up little (or big) variations in your track with a single action, where with Deluge you're pretty limited to the gold knobs unless you map an external controller. The Elektron boxes have really great performance features in scenes (Octatrack & Rytm) and performances (Rytm & Analog Four), where you can map whole sets of parameter changes to a single knob/pad/slider. But as a serious performance tool, I also find it lacking compared to the alternatives. I love the Deluge and can't seem to get myself to sell it, especially since it's so great as a travel jam/composition station. This is why I switched from Deluge to an Elektron-based setup. I suppose I can always resell either if I’m not vibing with it, but I’m really struggling to decide what’s the best box for me.ĭoes anyone have experience with both that can chime in? The Octatrack seems like it would be better for sampling and mangling, but it’s getting a bit dated at this point being 10 years old. I do love it’s portability and aesthetic. I’d imagine you guys might be biased towards the deluge, but what would you recommend in my situation? The only things turning me off from the deluge, are it’s lack of a real screen, and seemingly mediocre synth engine. ![]() Especially at the price point and with the new updates it’s receiving. I was leaning toward an OT for awhile, but the deluge is so damn tempting. Any features outside of that are a plus, but those 3 items are what I’d be using it for the majority of the time. I’m mainly looking for a box to serve as a drum machine, sampler, and live performance box. I’m having a tough time deciding between the deluge, and Octatrack. ![]()
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