I’ve been using the Heat mk1 since it first came out, and it’s a really useful tool. I have to say though, I really can’t understand why they didn’t use this updated version as an opportunity to add a parameter lock sequencer. It’s such an obvious feature for an Elektron box!
I've been waiting for them to do a performance mixer. Basically the octatrack minus samples with more inputs and a more modular routing. If they kept the scenes and crossfader from octa it would be a killer live effects machine.
offtopic: I would really love to see a documentation on/with the guys who develop the interfaces and display visualizations of the ELEKTRON machines. For me this still is the key, why these boxes are so intuitive and easy to use - a real boost for creativity in musicmaking. 🙌😊
I've been writing and producing electronic music since 1997 and out of everything I've ever used, heard, or known of, the only piece of gear that I truly believe every musician should own is the analog heat. It is the ultimate studio glue. That said, the analog circuits are the real value and I'm not sure I care much about the fx since I have a bunch of effects already and without being able to route fx via 4-6 individual sends with individual ins/outs, I'd rather just keep doing fx the way I've been doing them.
I was expecting something more like a mixer+heat&fx combining and polishing thingie with multiple connectivity options like 1 stereo channel for digitone, 1 stereo for digitakt maybe another for rytm or a4 & syntakt. where in the end all get separate vol controls, fx, dist with different amounts etc. I mean this is a great update on the heat especially with the new fx and flow page but I was expecting something more complex where you can route multiple signals. Just one stereo in ... I don't know.
So sick they got voltagectrlr onboard, dude has been freakin elektron boxes like no one else can. Thought my setup was dialed but this unit is exciting
Only bought the mk2 in March. It be nice if they offered an upgrade for mk2 owners though I understand it’s not exactly like a software update. So be it😞
Last Sunday was the first time I ever heard of this company and the Analog MKII. This morning I was getting ready to buy one at Sweetwater. Something told to me to go to TH-cam and look for more demos. Today, you announce a new one!
Yeah a mixer with flexible per-channel and bus compression to run between the synths/drum machines and the Heat would have been perfect. I've got plenty of reverb and delay pedals already, and my Heat mk2 is still doing it's job beautifully.
oh my... you took an Analog Heat and crammed the Octatrack FX section into it, figuratively speaking I mean (and obviously it's a lot more than that). I approve. People have asked for something like this for a LONG time from Elektron. Emmy want.
yes, I was looking to see if they linked or credited him in the description glad he's in touch and working with elektron now, one of my favorite elektron channels
For someone who wants a coloring / end of chain box this is now very interesting as it makes up for some of the shortcomings of the analog heat. For instance, i chose oto boum for my end of chain box, but I miss the headphone output, and eq. Now this has a compressor (albeit digital), and it becomes more of a all in one box. Well done, although I don't think I'll be needing it, and I also think current heat MK2 owners won't be happy haah.
Aww damn the compressor is digital? Thats unfortunate but i guess if you've already converted the signal for the reverb & delay, might as well compress it at the same time. The Mk2's envelope follower can already kinda be used for some analog compression, albeit in a rough, hard to control way. Hopefully it allows bypassing the AD conversion altogether if only using the Heat circuits, without any noticeable drops or spikes in volume.
@@yewrforstnaymhearyewrlayst5566 Same here. I've a bit annoyed, but I have been so impressed with my Mk2 that this is almost an insta-buy anyway. If the compressor was analog I'd pull the trigger easy. My Heat sees more use than a lot of my other gear, so I'm sure there's something I could part with to fund this. Gonna have to think on it for a bit though.
You sir are 100% correct. Spent $800 just 6 months ago for my Heat MKII. The Heat MKII is the only Elektron device that hasn't received any type up upgrade since it came out. It's one of the most expensive Elektron devices too, you would think they would have added some features via firmware update so the people who did buy the MKII feel like they got their moneys worth. I buy Elektron because they support their products for years after they come out with cool updates and features. It's not crazy to expect some type of upgrade for the Heat MKII. This is disappointing to say the least. Instead of upgrading the MKII and adding some features they want me to buy yet ANOTHER device.
Well, I'm glad I spent $800 for the Heat MKII just 6 months ago just to find out they want me to buy an entirely new machine just for a few FX that could have been added via a firmware update. This really feels like a slap in the face by Elektron honestly. Every other machine has been upgraded via FREE firmware updates but the Heat MKII just got left behind. $800 spent and literally no updates or support for arguably the most over priced of all the Elektron machines. Thanks Elektron for making me feel like I wasted $800 on my Heat MKII.
The heat MK11 is awesome, looks like you were willing to pay $800 for it. Hope you are at least using it instead of complaining about a company that progresses ever forward.
With this drop I got ahold of the MKI, still a mindblowing device today. I totally get the hype with this new drop, hope to get my hands on one someday!
I've been wishing for something like this for fx (apart from the octatrack) from elektron for a long time... unfortunately there are no individual input or outputs 🤔
this is nice upgrade to the analog heat. hoping it can handle an update in the future to allow for having multiple of the same dsp effect running at same time, like a reverb > drive > chorus > and a second different reverb etc.
Finally some good music on elektron's (it does happen but quite rarely, although of course this is totally subjective...?). But how come the name of the producer from the video isn't written in video nor in the video's description? Not even a # ?!?
Nice upgrade, but the chorus and delay should've been analog. A nice multistage phaser would be nice too. Yeah, I know it would cost twice as much, but based on what Elektron can already do, they can totally make it happen.
they couldn't have gotten anyone better than Voltage CTRLR for this for real!! prolly took bro like .002 seconds to figure out every single function lol
I saw heat and FX and thought sweet an FX firmware update. Denied!!! They basically created a MKII firmware from multiple models FX options and changed ON button / screen color. Should have actually introduced a new novel product. Most have already bought plugins or pedals which from what I heard briefly sound better. When it's used and 40+% off I may take a closer look. My MKII already does a great job mangling any track beyond recognition if/when needed.
Heat is already at 899€, how much will the +FX cost then? Oh gawd To have it stand out and have its price be reasonable you should really add parameter locking and sequencing to the machine like others already stated!
As an mk1 owner I don’t feel compelled to upgrade. This just adds a bunch of mediocre digital fx, and I guess it could be nice for live performance and stuff, but plugin fx are just so much better than what this has to offer. I already use overbridge in tandem with vst plugins and even if I had this version that’s still what I would do. I would only use the distortion eq section and do everything else with plugins. It’s just a way better workflow imo
I can see your point that for certain workflows it doesn’t make sense. I don’t own mk1 or 2 and this will probably get me to buy. I do work inside and outside the daw. In the daw I would use this to mangle individual tracks and on the mix (situation depending)… outside the box I’d mangle tracks or samples and resample. I have always been searching for a modern take on the Korg kp3… not sure this is it… but if it does well the first year I will probably pick it up.
@@dracul74 If what you're really looking into is a multifx device for mangling and resampling stuff, I highly recommend you look into Devious Machines Infiltrator 2! It has more fx than I can count (including spectral fx) + you can sequence those fx + it has a one button randomization feature which is super neat for coming up with unexpected results! As for the heat, I like to use it on a send bus. It helps add some nice saturation to groups and you can use the envelope follower to as a sort of pseudo-compressor. Though I guess they've added a compressor anyway lol. So there's that. Heat is also great for mastering if that's something you're looking into! Oh and you can also use it with an electric guitar. Heat + IR cab simulation can easily help you achieve a great guitar tone :D
@@TheAlburp much thanks… will definitely check it out! I do like to mangle… my current (hardware) favs are using various effects from my sp 404mk2, using my tascam 4track tape (great for gluing a mix, vibe or pitching samples), my ua 4-710d (tube or analog vibe) or various guitar pedals.
As a MK1 owner, gotta say that what I like most of this new model is the screen and its fancy graphics… Among that, if somebody sells me one “used” at a decent price I will let my GAS out, sell mine, and make someone happy. The thing is that almost NOBODY sells a Heat 🤪
VoltageCtrlRtv! They picked the right person to introduce this unit! 👍🏾🔥
damn. they really did. sick introduction! congrats Elektron. last track is fire
Some of the realists beats I've ever heard in a product demo.
yeah
How do you spell the guy's name? There are dozens of artists with voltage in their name and I can't find him.
@@razoraz voltagectrlr
This is the best-produced company demo video I've ever seen.
still think this is great th-cam.com/video/94riFNcAJD0/w-d-xo.html
You're joking right?
@@ZenMountain Link us a better one connoisseur...
@@carianoff Hahaha, you're joking once again, right? Funny man ;)
I almost fell asleep watching it
I’ve been using the Heat mk1 since it first came out, and it’s a really useful tool. I have to say though, I really can’t understand why they didn’t use this updated version as an opportunity to add a parameter lock sequencer. It’s such an obvious feature for an Elektron box!
They will on the MKII
I totally agree, also a bigger format like octatrack or analog4 with more faders and knobs
I've been waiting for them to do a performance mixer. Basically the octatrack minus samples with more inputs and a more modular routing. If they kept the scenes and crossfader from octa it would be a killer live effects machine.
@@politesociety oh yes!
I would be happy for instead of the Control Unit having an additional Stereo Input.
GHETTO GANDALF! What up, VoltageCtrlr! Big big upgrade to the Heat.
this is the perfect dude to showcase electron boxes. Good hire Elektron!
Awesome to see Voltage doing the video. Good stuff Elektron!!!
Love to see VoltageCtlr doing the promo for this!
Great to see new hardware coming out from you guys
Voltage!!! They got the right person to demo this. Love it. Great presentation. Got me tempted now!!
offtopic: I would really love to see a documentation on/with the guys who develop the interfaces and display visualizations of the ELEKTRON machines. For me this still is the key, why these boxes are so intuitive and easy to use - a real boost for creativity in musicmaking. 🙌😊
Powerful. I Hope that the +FX can be updated and add more types of fx´s like Comb Filter, Waveshaper, Frequency modulation and stutter gate fx. :)
Give them time
You could make a stutter gate effect with the LFO
glad to see mr Voltagectrlr on Elektron chanel! great demo!
So happy to see Mr Voltage to introduce this unit! Big up to Elektron! You kill the game ❤
I've been writing and producing electronic music since 1997 and out of everything I've ever used, heard, or known of, the only piece of gear that I truly believe every musician should own is the analog heat. It is the ultimate studio glue. That said, the analog circuits are the real value and I'm not sure I care much about the fx since I have a bunch of effects already and without being able to route fx via 4-6 individual sends with individual ins/outs, I'd rather just keep doing fx the way I've been doing them.
Whoa where can I find the track at 3:31 ?? So awesome
Can the Analog Heat MKII get a firmware update for this?
This what it should be in totality . Hell even charge for the upgrade. This is the third analog heat in less than 10 years
Great sounds and tracks in this demo. The guy knows his craft.
Great insight from Voltage Controller, so stylish!
I was expecting something more like a mixer+heat&fx combining and polishing thingie with multiple connectivity options like 1 stereo channel for digitone, 1 stereo for digitakt maybe another for rytm or a4 & syntakt. where in the end all get separate vol controls, fx, dist with different amounts etc. I mean this is a great update on the heat especially with the new fx and flow page but I was expecting something more complex where you can route multiple signals. Just one stereo in ... I don't know.
An overbridge per channel mixer with individual fx slots
Sometimes you don't get what you want. You get what you need.
Is it me or is the asking price much for what it’s offering?
that would be amazing
a 4ch performance mixer, multi ins and aux outputs would have been a better choice
So sick they got voltagectrlr onboard, dude has been freakin elektron boxes like no one else can. Thought my setup was dialed but this unit is exciting
I hope this means the previous version becomes cheaper second hand. I can put a multi-fx pedal in front of it myself.
Mk2’s about to flood the used market! 🎉🎉🎉
Thats my plan also, then use the money saved for a digitakt 2!
Glad to see Elektron giving you some love, you always make they're stuff sound bad ass!
analog heat 4 channel performer mixer with multi inputs and aux outputs would ha been a better option.
The beat @ 2:45 is crazy 🔥
This is totally amazing! I'm saving my money for it!!!! I was about to buy Heat mk2 but I'm so happy that I did not!!!
Siiiiick! Nice to see VoltageCtrlR in there, and MyVolts cables! I hope he put some MachineDrum through this new box o'tricks ;)
Niiice. Dig that 1965 afghan album back there. Gentlemen is their best.
Would have loved a sequencer (with slides) on this
just use MIDI from an Octatrack, Digitone or A4.
big up Voltage Control!
Only bought the mk2 in March. It be nice if they offered an upgrade for mk2 owners though I understand it’s not exactly like a software update. So be it😞
feel this.
Agreed
another sick product from elektron...
i am a big fan of your machines
ghetto gandalf was the right choice for the presentation
I just love the aggressive tones you can get out with this device! Well done!
LOL, to the hand in the background that shuts off the globe light!!!
Last Sunday was the first time I ever heard of this company and the Analog MKII. This morning I was getting ready to buy one at Sweetwater. Something told to me to go to TH-cam and look for more demos. Today, you announce a new one!
I expect a Syntakt firmware update soon too
first time you what? i've had a SID Station for 20+ years now...
Yeah man. Never heard of them.
I have 4 elektron boxes and absolutely love them but this needed to be an 8 input mixer in a larger form factor. not enough for the investment.
that was my thought, too!
Yeah a mixer with flexible per-channel and bus compression to run between the synths/drum machines and the Heat would have been perfect. I've got plenty of reverb and delay pedals already, and my Heat mk2 is still doing it's job beautifully.
So they added digital effects and called it a day?
Very nice video guys. that mix between humour and seriousness, pretty cool.
oh my... you took an Analog Heat and crammed the Octatrack FX section into it, figuratively speaking I mean (and obviously it's a lot more than that). I approve. People have asked for something like this for a LONG time from Elektron.
Emmy want.
VLTGCTRL though!! Love this guys beats, what a device Elektron 💥💥💥
yes, I was looking to see if they linked or credited him in the description
glad he's in touch and working with elektron now, one of my favorite elektron channels
voltagectrlr! you love to see it.
Please tell me that this is working on the original Heat Mk2?
Nah, they just submarined all us Heat owners. Thanks, jerks!
Man like voltage 🙌
For someone who wants a coloring / end of chain box this is now very interesting as it makes up for some of the shortcomings of the analog heat. For instance, i chose oto boum for my end of chain box, but I miss the headphone output, and eq. Now this has a compressor (albeit digital), and it becomes more of a all in one box. Well done, although I don't think I'll be needing it, and I also think current heat MK2 owners won't be happy haah.
seeing that i just bought my mk2 for nearly the same price about a year ago, you can say i am pretty mad.
Aww damn the compressor is digital? Thats unfortunate but i guess if you've already converted the signal for the reverb & delay, might as well compress it at the same time. The Mk2's envelope follower can already kinda be used for some analog compression, albeit in a rough, hard to control way.
Hopefully it allows bypassing the AD conversion altogether if only using the Heat circuits, without any noticeable drops or spikes in volume.
@@yewrforstnaymhearyewrlayst5566 Same here. I've a bit annoyed, but I have been so impressed with my Mk2 that this is almost an insta-buy anyway. If the compressor was analog I'd pull the trigger easy. My Heat sees more use than a lot of my other gear, so I'm sure there's something I could part with to fund this. Gonna have to think on it for a bit though.
You sir are 100% correct. Spent $800 just 6 months ago for my Heat MKII. The Heat MKII is the only Elektron device that hasn't received any type up upgrade since it came out. It's one of the most expensive Elektron devices too, you would think they would have added some features via firmware update so the people who did buy the MKII feel like they got their moneys worth. I buy Elektron because they support their products for years after they come out with cool updates and features. It's not crazy to expect some type of upgrade for the Heat MKII. This is disappointing to say the least. Instead of upgrading the MKII and adding some features they want me to buy yet ANOTHER device.
Sooooo, when does the Machinedrum UW MK3 get released?
Nice. Any chance of adding some FX to the Heat MKII?
don't count on it haha
Of course! You can sell old gear and buy new one🤪
Yeah I'm sure elektron will add FX to the old one to ruin sales of the new one.
@@canecreek00 I’m glad we agree!
@@tendingtropic7778 I’ll be counting a long time!
Well, I'm glad I spent $800 for the Heat MKII just 6 months ago just to find out they want me to buy an entirely new machine just for a few FX that could have been added via a firmware update. This really feels like a slap in the face by Elektron honestly. Every other machine has been upgraded via FREE firmware updates but the Heat MKII just got left behind. $800 spent and literally no updates or support for arguably the most over priced of all the Elektron machines. Thanks Elektron for making me feel like I wasted $800 on my Heat MKII.
The heat MK11 is awesome, looks like you were willing to pay $800 for it. Hope you are at least using it instead of complaining about a company that progresses ever forward.
With this drop I got ahold of the MKI, still a mindblowing device today. I totally get the hype with this new drop, hope to get my hands on one someday!
The digital interface has become a signature look for Elektron
Excellent update, fantastic video, and given me a new channel to follow!
Altough i love the sound of the heat 1. For a bunch of bonus digital effects. The price is just to steep for me.
Sheerrrr wizardry!!! Ive been looking at adding Heat to my master chain for awhile. Thanks to the wizard!
Just got my mk2 and I geel giiuuhpped! I definitely would have waited if I knew this would happen. It's all good tho. I love my mk2
I've been wishing for something like this for fx (apart from the octatrack) from elektron for a long time... unfortunately there are no individual input or outputs 🤔
Can this be used through a dj mixer for sound affects?
This presenter is inspirational!
i sold my AH MK2 a few weeks ago, and its a good thing too bc the second hand prices probably just plummeted lol...
this is nice upgrade to the analog heat. hoping it can handle an update in the future to allow for having multiple of the same dsp effect running at same time, like a reverb > drive > chorus > and a second different reverb etc.
2 pairs of inputs would have really been amazing.
Still, its nice to see more options for end of chain
Are LFOs trigger synced with transport? Only having free running LFO on mki and mkii is one of the biggest oversight of this otherwise great machine.
Finally some good music on elektron's (it does happen but quite rarely, although of course this is totally subjective...?). But how come the name of the producer from the video isn't written in video nor in the video's description? Not even a # ?!?
Love the music in this video!! Really nice
Yesterday was watching videos about GAS and today wanting this badly…lol :)
Dope, I can't wait for the Octatrak MK3!! Elektron, we'll pay top dollar! Get it out there!
Can I connect it with my Digitakt through USB to process each track separately, without going through a pc with overbridge?
That flow page. This might be a goody.
Would this be a good unit to use with an MPC
is this a real question?
i guess FX parameters are all MIDI/Clock syncable, real time adjustments with MIDI CC’s? looks good!
ya but can it do a sidechain compression / triggered pumping volume effect in an intuitive way?
Nice upgrade, but the chorus and delay should've been analog. A nice multistage phaser would be nice too. Yeah, I know it would cost twice as much, but based on what Elektron can already do, they can totally make it happen.
digital is much more versatile when it comes to fx and these sounds great
That apple was my favorite toy in 1979. Now the Heat+FX might be my new favorite toy in 2025.
I use my Ensoniq ASR10 or the E-Mu for this...
can i update my mk2 for this ?
they couldn't have gotten anyone better than Voltage CTRLR for this for real!! prolly took bro like .002 seconds to figure out every single function lol
So if I’m hearing this correctly the effects will be printed when go to abelton via overbridge?
Ugh I guess I'm gonna have to finally get one of these.
Very nice
Must have my set up needs this asap
Looks sweet but still no mono split?...even my 10+ year lexicon has it...
Impressive, very nice. Now lets see a MachineDrum 2.0
!!!!
Can one switch out all the digital effects out of the signal parh?
Yes
Should I buy it if I already own a Microcosm? 👀
Who is this guy? I can find anything on Spotify or Soundcloud? Any help would be appreciated!
This is voltagectrlr! instagram.com/voltagectrlr/?hl=en
instantly copped this
I love these units so much I've got two Analog Heats MK1s. I'm definitely getting this one too 😌
Is the +FX backwards-compatible with MKII presets?
My favorite elektron machine becomes even more of a staple 👌🏾
VoltageCtrlRtv! Right on!
This one is a winner!
Oh great! More stufff
Haha, I actually felt the same way.
Rock solid demo.
I saw heat and FX and thought sweet an FX firmware update. Denied!!! They basically created a MKII firmware from multiple models FX options and changed ON button / screen color. Should have actually introduced a new novel product. Most have already bought plugins or pedals which from what I heard briefly sound better. When it's used and 40+% off I may take a closer look. My MKII already does a great job mangling any track beyond recognition if/when needed.
Heat is already at 899€, how much will the +FX cost then? Oh gawd
To have it stand out and have its price be reasonable you should really add parameter locking and sequencing to the machine like others already stated!
UI visuals are real nice ala OP-1
so glad i just bought an mk2 a year ago for nearly the same price
As an mk1 owner I don’t feel compelled to upgrade. This just adds a bunch of mediocre digital fx, and I guess it could be nice for live performance and stuff, but plugin fx are just so much better than what this has to offer. I already use overbridge in tandem with vst plugins and even if I had this version that’s still what I would do. I would only use the distortion eq section and do everything else with plugins. It’s just a way better workflow imo
May as well never make anything hardware ever again then because plugins are more flexible than anything anyone could make in hardware.
I can see your point that for certain workflows it doesn’t make sense. I don’t own mk1 or 2 and this will probably get me to buy. I do work inside and outside the daw. In the daw I would use this to mangle individual tracks and on the mix (situation depending)… outside the box I’d mangle tracks or samples and resample. I have always been searching for a modern take on the Korg kp3… not sure this is it… but if it does well the first year I will probably pick it up.
Ya but I'm cursed by Gypsies and all my software crashes no matter what 😅😅😮
@@dracul74 If what you're really looking into is a multifx device for mangling and resampling stuff, I highly recommend you look into Devious Machines Infiltrator 2! It has more fx than I can count (including spectral fx) + you can sequence those fx + it has a one button randomization feature which is super neat for coming up with unexpected results!
As for the heat, I like to use it on a send bus. It helps add some nice saturation to groups and you can use the envelope follower to as a sort of pseudo-compressor. Though I guess they've added a compressor anyway lol. So there's that. Heat is also great for mastering if that's something you're looking into! Oh and you can also use it with an electric guitar. Heat + IR cab simulation can easily help you achieve a great guitar tone :D
@@TheAlburp much thanks… will definitely check it out! I do like to mangle… my current (hardware) favs are using various effects from my sp 404mk2, using my tascam 4track tape (great for gluing a mix, vibe or pitching samples), my ua 4-710d (tube or analog vibe) or various guitar pedals.
Damn you Elektron, I don't need this. I'm totally going to sell my mk2 to buy one, but I really didn't need this.
Okay I needed this.
Kinda scared to know the price
Love it! I’ll be buying for sure.
Vltgctlr crushing it as usual!
As a MK1 owner, gotta say that what I like most of this new model is the screen and its fancy graphics…
Among that, if somebody sells me one “used” at a decent price I will let my GAS out, sell mine, and make someone happy.
The thing is that almost NOBODY sells a Heat 🤪