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- Today I will tell you five reasons why I absolutely love the Elektron Analog Rytm MKII. It became one of my favorite pieces in the studio, and not only for its sound.
I have 5 reasons why I think this is the best drum machine in the market
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00:00 Introduction
05:50 Reason n1
09:50 Reason n2
12:20 Reason n3
13:50 Reason n4
16:50 Reason n5
19:10 Comparing Rytm to Syntakt
22:28 Some examples
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Thank you for sharing your love for this amazing machine with us!
Glad you enjoy it!
Hey there. Thank you for this video. Realy love that you having the zähl desk
Glad it was helpful! Some days Id love to have the mk1 for the size factor!
RYTM MKII and A4MKII are the backbone to my setup and I'm forcing myself to dive into every corner of both machines (over time) to really get the most out of them. They're really deep and it's easy to get drawn to other shiny new devices, but these can do so much and sound so good that it's hard to imagine needing more (though I have more and always will haha). Planning on doing an EP towards the end of the year with JUST the RYTM. Should be a fun challenge. =)
good luck , I love eps made with minimal amount of gear!
same here and the best electronic bands of the 1980s like Depeche Mode used very few bits of gear in the beginning to record theirhit records! Only decades later after they became super wealthy and famous did they acquire tons of shiny new gear and their new music is not as good as the old stuff. Like how Martin Gore of DM saying he had to layer the ARP 2600 due to lack of budget to buy gear!@@OoraMusic
Nice video man. Agreed on all 5 points.
Thanks for sharing your experience with syncing midi in an complex setup. In my experience more gear creates more problems and produces that run a more lean setup seems to release more music.
Top piece of kit, I’ve had and have way too many drum machines, this is thee best and most versatile!
Couldn't agree more!
I would love to hear more about your MIDI setup and dealing with latency in the Patreon group.
i am thinking of a good video soon. i m still refining the setup
Hi!! Thank you for everything you do :) I appreciate your videos so much, and the sound is just getting better and fleshier :))❤❤❤ - I wanted to ask who you said got you to fall in love again with the Rytm? I couldn’t get his name :)
Rødhåd. Have a look here: th-cam.com/video/LH0ENMScUV4/w-d-xo.html
Amazing you have moved all this gear around the world! NY- Milan- Berlin is a lot of gear movement without a roadie!
ahah LOT of work
I like the Rytm a lot - use it all the time. I regret selling my A4 as they were excellent together - the transpose was great for live.
Great to hear!need one
love my A4 was first synth and still have and use with other gear so powerful and fat sounding too
Also a word on Elektoron Sequencers. The grid does remind of x0x but also, the whole probability, conditions, triggless trig etc stuff, as well as separate track length has its roots in tracker software.
true!
Hey bro, thanks for backing me on the machinedrum dub techno in 10 mins. I havent had an AR. Kind of sits between MD and A4 for me and i have them. I believe someone of your skill set would appreciate the actual magnificence of the Machinedrum. Cheers for your work. Your dialogue is relaxing and interesting. 👍
Hey there! I have the MD and just today I was recording a full dub track with it. Is an incredible machine!
Great video again! would the syncing to the DAW via midi (and send start/stop from daw) also work with syntakt (and logic)?
Yes it does!
I bought an MK1 a year ago and the TR-8S at the same time, The TR-8S was instant fun and easy to use. I was disappointed with the Rytm tbh and put it away until last week when I decided to give it another try. I watched tons of tutorials and I finally learned the basics, my opinion about it has changed completely, I wouldn't say it's the best sounding drum machine for my style of music but it complements the TR8S beautifully, it''s all about the sequencer and P-Locks for me. I'm still trying to wrap my head around importing samples and saving kits etc, but the Rytm is a keeper.
great video as always !!
Yes it need some time for sure, but once you get it, it is amazing!
TR8S is amazing
Yes best drum machine off all time! The recent upgrade that Digitakt received (and a second LFO) would just be icing on the cake.
But maybe the Rytm is not capable (not enough DSP) of all the digital wizardry the Digitakt could..
Couldn't agree more!
Would love a 2nd filter more than anything else!
@@tpowers2332 second filter and lfo. Althouth i think additional filter is impossible as it's analog.
100% about Overbridge midi clocking! Even if I don’t use Overbridge for Audio streaming, using it for MIDI syncing is amazing!
yep!!
I just picked up the Perkons too. I'm looking forward to sampling the Perkons into Rytm.
great combo!!
I had many drum machines over last 25 years. Currently, I have Tempest, Tanzbar, Jomox, Machine drum, Volca Drum and AR mk2. if I had to choose one it would be AR. It just does the most of what I need the best. It is nice going for perkons, or designing sounds on Tempest, or using creamy power of Tanzbar, but AR beats them all, and in pair with Octatrack and MachineDrum it is my main percussion source.
I am in the same boat
@@OoraMusic same and I have a Roland TR-08, Korg Volca drums, DFAM and modular drums but one machine for drums the Rytm excels and can do entire sets so if I can only grab one piece of gear for a live jam the Rytm is perfect.
QQ - you mention using a sound card, in addition to that sweet assed mixer you have there? Do you feed the mixer out to the soundcard or does the mixer not have it's own inbuilt interface?
Curious about the routing bro.
Love you and your work always dude thanks for doing what ya do
the mixer is fully analog. i send all the direct outs , groups fx and mixdown to an antelope orion 32+.
Hello my brother, I am looking at which drum machine I bought because I want to sound different, I would like to know if this machine is good for creating kick drums for melodic techno and techno peak time, I would also like to know if this machine allows you to create quality special effects such as build -up or risers, among others. I would greatly appreciate your response as it shows that you handle it well. If you have another machine to recommend that you think may be more useful for what I am looking for, I would appreciate it. Thank you very much and greetings from Argentina, your channel is very complete.
Great video! Whose videos inspired you Rohan about Rytm @9:35?
I bought his masterclass, I recommend it!
@@OoraMusic What is the name of the Masterclass? I could not find it. What is the artist name? Also, i look forward to joining your Patreon to learn Rytm Sound Design
For my studio the dark Elektron trilogy of Rytm, OT and A4 is heaven and I also use my Virus TI2 and Digitone/AH such powerful gear in small space. Rytm holds it on against more expensive gear like modular analog drums for example.
I love my Rytm too, also have the Syntakt, but find I use the Rytm way more.
Have you ever considered the Toraiz SP-16? If you get past the ‘Pioneer DJ’ vibe to it, it’s really powerful… p-locks, 2 fx per track… and the Prophet 6 filter. 🎉
I own the RYTM MK2 and the SP-16 ... Besides the amazing DAC and Filter, IMO it doesn't hold a candle to the RYTM. Heck, you can't even delete samples off it, and Pioneer has essentially abandoned it. It is great for what it does do though, but the FX are really bad IMO.
That being said, it could definitely be an integral part of a setup when you need stereo samples!
I never tried one, maybe I should
@@happylittlesynth I keep reading this ‘the fx are bad’ comment, it seems like someone’s written it in a review and it’s been repeated down the line. Granted the reverb is not a Big Sky, but, generally the fx are superb and very underrated… they’re mainly Dynamic based fx, the Ducker (per track!) is superb, the distortion is really good, as is the Lo-Fi, and you get Delay per track… the available FX are fantastic for tonal shaping and mangling IMO.
I know the SP-16 has its quirks, but it’s like having 2x Digitakt (but stereo!) and an Analog Heat in one unit, at a bargain price. I love how performative/expressive it is too.
I would use the RYTM even if it didn’t sound good. Beautiful sequencer and build quality. Do you just use the stereo outs into your desk? Edit: jk you answered that, I just got excited 😂
yeah once you process it in the desk is amazing
@@OoraMusic and those color touch pads are superb fun!
As always extremely useful and interesting video! Thank you❤I'm looking for good drum machine which can do both samples and synth engines.
Glad it was helpful!
Hey Oora, I have been thinking about your move from NY to Berlin. How was it sourcing EU power supplies for all your gear? I would love to hear how you managed that with your gear and moving countries.
Also, my RYTM is my desert island piece of gear with my digitakt and A4. Ill sell the rest of my studio before my Elektron gear!
most of the things works fine using the same ac brick. My Wurlitzer and few rack gear need a step down converter ( about 100$ )
Welcome to Berlin! ❤
Hello, try the Control In 1+2 with Expressions Sliders and connect the Mainout from Analog Rytm to your nice Desk. Then you Mute on the AR Menu Mainout Routing everything off and under FX Routing the Kick Drum or so. I use a Expression Slider because of Manipulation faster. This is a way to us it! Have Fun
wow this sound interesting!
this sounds great - have you posted ab example on youtube?
No have video
hello!!
the Octatrack has conditional trigs! just pressing and holding a trig on the sequencer and press the right (or left) arrow key, that will bring you to the trig probability on the Octatrack!
Hey Simon, what I meant is that you dont have probability per track, only per step.
thanks for the extended review! be sure to invest in A4!
That's the plan!
I already commented on my love for my mk1 RYTM on Instagram but early on the video you mention someone else on youtube inspired you to dig more into your RYTM but I can't catch the name of the artist/youtuber you mention, would you mind sharing a name or link? Thanks for the video, I love both my RYTM and Octatrack but I think the relationship with Elektron boxes is rocky at times for most people and it's great to just be reminded "hey, you know, this box is cool, you should use it more". It's also great to hear about the different ways they're being used, they're deep boxes and sometimes it's easy to miss things or just not think of a certain ways to use them yourself.
Thanks! the guy is Rodhad!
Model: Cycles turned out to be my experimental fun box and I didn't pull all my hair out to learn. We need elekTron therapist to calm us down or massage B4 and after spending 2 hours daily.
(Addictive Tweak box )
Btw, analogue4 is like TB303 on steroids… (besides its bigger versatility off-course) … i love the keyboard version because of the genius way of interaction btw the keys and sequencer. It’s just grand. Btw… great music you got there!
thanks! I need one for sure!
What do you think of the combination Rytm and Perkons HD01?
its a killer combo. different sounds!
Who did you mention that inspired you to use the rytm again?
the mighty rodhad
This man is necessary..Not just peddling gear, and a musician who make greats music..WE NEED THE LP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:)
I have seen many videos about different Elektron products and I love what you can do with that but damn.... they look super complicated to use.... I have got nightmares about using Octatrack.... I was thinking of buying a Digitakt but this one isn't the easiest one either...
Do you find them complicated to use? How long did it take you to learn it?
they need some dedication, but the great thing is you learn one and you can use them all!
cellphone interference at 2:16.... the struggle is real!
Thanks for reminding me to go back to the RytmMKII! :)
yep, damnit
@@OoraMusic When I heard it at first I started checking my computers link to my mixer! :P
i honestly thought it was part of the drum fx lmao
Nah, it is the lo-fi glitch bitcrush texture effect plugin!
Hi do you hace to hit hard the pads for them to sound right or is it only mine?
they need quite a lot of force yes
Is the rtym the master clock or does that come from ableton to the rtym?
Ableton to the Rytm via overbridge
Great overview❤ ! I hope they will give us a firmware update soon ! Otherwise just to say, I just added the Analog 4 mkI next to my rytm, and together they are just amazing ! The A4 is so powerful, beautiful synth AND on top it's an amazing drum machine ! And pricewise the mkI is a bargain for what you get ! Anyway, cheers mate ❤ still loving your work 🙏🏻
thanks! i guess i need to try an A4
@@OoraMusic please do :) and report of course
I never had the Rytm ... but the A4 is also a crazy drum machine ... i have 2 of them ;-)
I just got an Analog Four & I love it. The drum sounds got me thinking I need a RTYM. This video is pushing me more in that direction. Thanks Nicolas for your perspective
@@a74Ri I’ve thought about that possibility too! 😊
Only jomox for drums here. But rytm especially mk1 has a darker lofi character which i dearly love ..but then again i have 2 octas😂 amazing ritualistic intro jam brother
jomox is great !! I also love using octa for drums
It works great as is, I think all of us RYTMheads would love a final OS update from Elektron
maybe 2 lfos 😊
@@OoraMusic This would be so good...
yes Federico !
😊
Wondering how long B4 funFlow started? One year or two years ?
Dig the UDO SYNTH BTW 🎼🎹 THAT WOULD BE MY FINAL SYNTH
it took few years to be completely in love
Tack!
thanks!!
Love mine and tried lots of drum machines. Lots of options and very easy to use for Elektron workflow. I love the original MachineDrum but prices are too high on that dated bit of hardware. Perkons is more expensive and Erica Synths gimped it with 4 voices and no screen. Jomox too cryptic OS to use. I would love to see a re-issue of the original LinnDrum and Oberheim DMX drum synths.
all great instruments you mentioned!
and with the new 1.70 update that adds Euclidian mode and new machines a chef's kiss to the Rytm!@@OoraMusic
Did you try Jomox Alpha base?
I did, amazing machine for sure
What is the mixer you are using?
zahl am1
It's hard to see anything else than that sick Zahl mixer, OMG!
ahah I know :)
very cool - do you still feel the same way 9 months later?
100% I recently did anew video about the new firmware. this drum machine is my favorite ever.
Thanks dude - I'm seriously considering adding this as my first drum machine/sampler/hardware sequencer - need to get some of my workflow out of the box and I love the sounds it produces. @@OoraMusic
What mixer is next to the AR2?
Its a zahl am1
what is the name of that white synth please? nice video
Abstrakt Instruments avalon
@@OoraMusic thx
Could you tell me what is the make of your mixer in this video please
Zahl am1
@@OoraMusic thank you
I love the RYTM❤
:)
Good video!! What's the white one box?
An Avalon!... i found it! 🙂
yep
Ha. Like Hoover, people call 'Live' Ableton!
damn, a am1 mixing desk, not bad!
:)
@@OoraMusic do you make a video on it?
It's probably one of the best drum machines ever made to date, unfortunately for me it's very complex to use and takes so long to learn and to learn it to the point of proficiency, i've stopped using it and started using the Vermona drum just for ease of use, but for me it is class...So much swing and delicacy of the drum sounds...this is a must for any studio in my opinion...Also syncs beautifully with pretty much everything...and for the price it's a versatile workhorse...And again also if you want just the drum sounds on a budget you could go for the Elektron Samples...
the word you might have been looking for was "workhorse". maybe... thank you for the video.
"Workstation" would be my guess
I'm very new to this, you've inspired me massively with your work. As a dj I'm not moving into creating my own music, progressive house.
you can use the rytm along with your dj setup tho!
Do you likeit more than Perkons?
I use the Perkons a lot for Percussions. The rytm is the main drum in my studio.
❤❤❤
"Workhorse" is what you meant?
ahah yes!
I expect to obtain either the Rytm or a DT at some point to go with my OT/A4/ST (tho considering outright replacing ST with either of the other two due to financial constraints).
So any input on these is super welcome as I wrestle with my future music identity.
rytm would be my choice!
I think the DT/ST combo is the greatest drum machine in the world right now - especially with the new machines they just added to the Digitakt. I had a RYTM and very much liked it, but it's beginning to feel abandoned by Elektron. Also, if you have a Syntakt, the machines in the RYTM are the same, but not as many. Also not a fan of that particular form factor, but that is just me.
@@eddievanheinous666 ST no compressor, no other Outs, and the kicks just don’t punch through even with hefty filtering and reso treatment.
Also it can’t be used as like just the drums or just the melody easily; everything in it sounds great and is super fun to make noise with which is totally my bag; but with the intro of OT into my central setup I would prefer to split the duties
I think "work horse" was the phrase you were looking for 🙂
😊
@@OoraMusic or workstation
I have a Syntakt... but I am GASing so, so hard for the Rytm....
Overbridge has quite a high latency overall, definitely not low/zero.
it works really great for me tho
@@OoraMusic no doubt for me too, 30-50ms is still unnoticeable in most situations
You had it since when it came out huh?
Why do you have the same 3rd iteration of it? That was not around until like 2020 but the RYTM first came in 2014. Something doesn’t add up!
I won’t argue with its greatness. I’ve had mine for a long while but I went mk1, Mk2 (grey) and then mk2 (black). It is a center piece for my live show along with the A4! Elektron is so amazing.
call the police!
@@OoraMusic They are on their way. One of them owes me a favor so they are going to confiscate your RYTM for me.
what is that 303?
aaa avalon, got it
you got it!
Wooowwww a Zael!!!
dream console :)
@@OoraMusic I have a Sony MCI MPX3000 and I am very happy with it, but I am clear that if I needed another analogue console today I would buy an AM1 without a doubt
I'd be interested to hear pros and cons in terms of Analog Rytm 2 and Perkons, why you rate this higher
Very different machines. Heart of RYTM is analog and can handle samples and effects quite well. Perkons is a hybrid machine with lots of knobs but limited sequencing chaining and all that
I’d say the sampling and over ridge really pushes this over the edge, the jomox kick drum and Erica lxr02 being close seconds, picked up a Berhringer 09 and 08 simply because I’ve always wanted them and they are fast to program. RYTM is so deep with tons of tweakability!
i love perkons, the only thing is that soundwise is a little too extreme for my smooth tastes
@@chinmitten You can chain 4x16 patterns on the Perkons to get 64 (same as the Rytm).
I always find rytm sounds ..hmm.. flat, muddy and far from organic especially if you compare to alphabase, tanzbars, but versatile. I just feel this machine needs so much work after to sound really good. But it is a matter of taste and for some people it fits perfectly.
fair enough!!
The word you were looking for is workhorse, mate
yep
Don’t like the analog part of this machine, and prefer the sample engine of Digitakt… But AR have a great workflow like all Elektron boxes for sure…
I found the analog machines feels so limited to my ears, in terms of intensity and versatility compared to an Alpha Base. Definitely not the same game imo
Good work for your video :) and yes I’m agree with you, TR8 is really a good drum machine for live purposes 😊
I love the silky machine and the hats ones. but I guess is a very personal matter!
The Rytm is just way too expensive now.
I noticed the price went up a lot , but still think is worth every penny
and where are your tracks that you can listen to? And not what you play on.
Bandcamp : oora.bandcamp.com
Had it twice, sold it twice. To me it’s one of the worst sounding drum machines currently in production. After using the Alpha Base for a year, there is no turning back. The Alpha Base sounds thick and gooey and has so much more presence than Rytm.
Fair enough :)
You’re out of your mind.
Seriously!!!
Talking 25 minutes about a black brick on the table, trying to explain, how wonderful it is?.. Guess what? I have written a song about your channel, this a great song, it will make everyone in TH-cam want to see your videos in quantity not less than ten. My melody is so sweet that you would cry from overflow of emotions. And this is just the first reason, why you should listen to my song about you. Why I am not telling you other 4 reasons to listen to my song? I am sure you already believe me, so I should not waste your time.
Imagine, one day you swap proportion of speech and music that we here in a video, and the quantity of "likes" + subscriptions will also surprise you. So far I go leaving just this teaser of the song. In exchange for your teaser of demo of this wonderful machine.
i really
loved it, keep em coming for my future videos pls
what mixer is that?
zahl am1
@@OoraMusic nice! I'll never be able to afford one of those.