I am trying to pass midi clock through the PC4 and dosnt seem to be working. Is the possible? midi clock going into the input and passing the midi clock through to the output?
I need to investigate as I dont use it to pass midi through. But my guess is no it wont work, you need a 'midi thru' output. Unless the out works as midi through and out at the same time? I will look into it, if it doesn't, dont worry, you could get a midi box like the Kenton stuff, I recently got the Kenton merge 4 so I could copy and distribute signals, I think that would be the right fix for you? Or something similar?
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers i picked up a Merger V2 2x2 MIDI Merger to merge a midi clock signal with the PC4 's output. A little pricy for such a basic function that i feel like could have been a simple thing to have in the PC4 firmware... but it works!
Really dig this style of video. Definitely want to see more of this from you. Really inspiring some performance ideas for me. Keep it up. Also, the track was really good in general. (and god don't get into those lame, over the top thumbnails 😂)
I have 2 AS1s and they need an external device to get under the hood. I am ordering the Faderfox EC4 which gives me 2 rows of 8 for each AS1. Page over and I have 16 per unit, that's quite the flexibility. I will never have to tether another synth to a PC again just because it lacks knobs. Most exciting is the Blofeld, an amazing synth let down by lack of knobs. Nord 3P can benefit too but most rewarding is being able to patch change without having to hover over said synth. These devices maybe pricey, but well worth it in the end. I have been searching for a solution locally and only the MIDI Fighter is available, has no screen, no din in or out and costs around the same. I managed to get 1 from Thomann cheap, + 3 years warranty so it's a no brainer for me.
You absolutely could do that and have even more control. Personally for me it’s overkill, just two performance macros per track adds so much to my set without been overwhelming. PC12 looks brilliant though but takes up more space. Good use case would be to use a PC12 to control multiple machines
I use the Faderfox Ec4 (the one with encoders). It's great with the Typhon Macros as you can build up then push the button to return to the Min value. Saves having to twist it all the way back.
I just got my Syntakt on Friday. I need to find a Fader Fox and then I can experiment more with it. At the Detroit Movement festival this weekend so I am feeling super inspired!
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers Absolutely amazing. I live coming from Detroit. It’s a one of a kind event in a one of a kind city. ❤️ Syntakt is bringing me lots of joy.
Dude, just got a Syntakt for Christmas and totally get it, don’t know what people are complaining about. This is an amazing photoshop package for sound. So much fun The PC4 controls are too pricey for me though for what it is, do you know if there are cheaper alternatives?
I have had the Midi Fight Twister before, I really liked that. There are a ton of super cheap controllers around, maybe aim for one that would provide two knobs per track (24 total)
Subscribed. Nice energy! Looking forward to the next videos. 2 questions: can you record the modulations you build with the Faderfox into the Syntakt sequencer? there seems to be an option to modulate parameters for ALL the tracks and machines, can you decide which parameters are affected on all tracks or is it default?
1. Haven’t tried that yet and I have a sneaky feeling mod and breath can’t be trig locked but I will check :) you could very well do that if you map individual parameters instead of the performance macros. 2. I hardly use All parameters option, it’s unfortunately not adjustable, that would be an amazing little performance hack. I would definitely use it to open up reverb and delay time
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers coolio! About mod and breath: my sneaky feeling too (at least that was sadly the case on the Digitone, it won't record them). But as you say, better focus and be creative with what's there and there's so much on this unit. And yes, mapping the same Faderfox or Twister knob to many parameters could be a sick bunch of macros. Can't wait to get my own Syntakt. Thanks so much!!!
@@fumarolas I almost went down the one knob to control all parameter route like how I do it on Octatrack. But I think there’s a lot to be explored when having access to multiple sound scaling capabilities. May do a video soon though testing the one knob method. I just had a cool idea, you could have 4-5 one knob macros like this because there’s mod, breath, velocity etc so you could have 4 or so really good macros that control multiple things each.
Exceptional video & track, thanks for sharing your knowledge. Question for you: I’ve seen some complaints online about the PC4’s 7bit resolution, suggesting that using it for things like filter cutoff could cause stepping because of less granular values (vs the 14bit resolution of say the EC4), but I didn’t hear anything like that with the assignments you had - did you come across any similar concerns? I was hesitant to grab a PC4/12 instead looking at the EC4, but obviously the PC series wins the day on sheer number of knobs so it would be preferable provided the resolution is not an (audible) issue. Appreciate any thoughts you have on this & look forward to checking out your other videos, cheers.
Hey sorry for the late reply! I haven't noticed, but maybe thats because im used to digital controllers and Ableton from performances starting over a decade ago, maybe im just used to the stepping now. Im sure there probably is but nothing to put me off using it so far. I think the PC range is definitely more suited for Syntakt because of the definitive stop and start of the knobs and how the mod depth amounts are global, if the Syntakt reset the knobs every time you changed the pattern then the EC4 would be a good shout. Thats how I look at it, if the piece of gear resets values then endless is a good option, if the values stay constant and global then classic fixed knobs are the better option as you will always know where the depth amounts are set during a live performance.
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers Cheers James, makes sense & appreciate the detailed reply. I took the plunge and ordered a PC4, keen to try it out - and perhaps one day upgrade to the behemoth that is the PC12 to use across a few of my Elektrons. All the best.
Did you make video on setting up the mod wheel? I didn’t see one on the channel, but I may have missed it. I have a FaderFox EC4 that I am trying to get up and running with the Syntakt
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers I finally figured it out somewhat. Issue I had was I forgot to set up the midi receive in on the Syntakt from usb to Midi or Midi+USB. I did notice Elektron l’s cc mappings are a bit different than standard ones so that is something I need to look into a bit. Thank you so much for the quick reply. I’m an electro fan as well and love the walk through in this video!! Look forward to watching more of your content. Thanks again
@@JustinUrban1 Mappings are similar to other machines but the CC numbers correspond to specific things in the syntakt, it’s best to refer to the manual, at the end there is a midi cc appendix. It lists all the category’s, parameters and relevant cc number. The other thing to consider is midi channel, so all tracks will share the same cc number for, say, the filter, but midi channel refers to which track the message will be sent to. As an example, track 1 is midi channel 1, track 2 is midi channel 2 and so on.
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers I did get the channels worked out. Now it’s just the cc mapping per channel. I’ll have to look at the manual again. I looked at the little booklet that can with this unit, but am not sure if that’s the complete manual. I found that the standard 74 controls the filter cutoff, but 75 instead of 71, which was listed in a standard cc mapping document I found online, controls the Resonance of the filter. I love the dual VCOs in the analog machines on the Syntakt for those acid style sounds so those are my first main parameters I wanted to get down. Sorry for rambling on lol. I just love the Syntakt for its inspirational creativity workflow.😃😃
@@JustinUrban1 Yeah its great! I love those dual VCO's too! Yeah the book is a start up guide, support page on Elektron website has the full user manual, its pretty hefty!
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This is how sharing knowledge should look like! Well done 👍
Thanks 🙏 glad you enjoyed it, I will be posting weekly from now on so any topics you wish me to cover just let me know 🍻
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers yeah I'm pretty much interested in your liveset workflow in your 2 hour set video
@@Goratek I did a live 3 hour masterclass on this last month, I may run another soon.
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I am trying to pass midi clock through the PC4 and dosnt seem to be working. Is the possible? midi clock going into the input and passing the midi clock through to the output?
I need to investigate as I dont use it to pass midi through. But my guess is no it wont work, you need a 'midi thru' output. Unless the out works as midi through and out at the same time? I will look into it, if it doesn't, dont worry, you could get a midi box like the Kenton stuff, I recently got the Kenton merge 4 so I could copy and distribute signals, I think that would be the right fix for you? Or something similar?
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers i picked up a Merger V2 2x2 MIDI Merger to merge a midi clock signal with the PC4 's output. A little pricy for such a basic function that i feel like could have been a simple thing to have in the PC4 firmware... but it works!
I’m shocked that electro really means electro for once on YT! ❤
I know what you mean! Whenever I search electro it’s cheesy modern electro EDM house 😂
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers exactly, same thing with techno. Rarely means the real stuff.
Great job! Well explained and sounds amazing, Thx!
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
Really dig this style of video. Definitely want to see more of this from you. Really inspiring some performance ideas for me. Keep it up. Also, the track was really good in general.
(and god don't get into those lame, over the top thumbnails 😂)
I have 2 AS1s and they need an external device to get under the hood.
I am ordering the Faderfox EC4 which gives me 2 rows of 8 for each AS1.
Page over and I have 16 per unit, that's quite the flexibility.
I will never have to tether another synth to a PC again just because it lacks knobs. Most exciting is the Blofeld, an amazing synth let down by lack of knobs.
Nord 3P can benefit too but most rewarding is being able to patch change without having to hover over said synth.
These devices maybe pricey, but well worth it in the end. I have been searching for a solution locally and only the MIDI Fighter is available, has no screen, no din in or out and costs around the same.
I managed to get 1 from Thomann cheap, + 3 years warranty so it's a no brainer for me.
Can you save your project and Songs or Patterns? What GUI does the Syntakt have?
Yeah you can save all of those just like on the other Elektron machines. Similar architecture and screen to Digitakt
Syntakt has 12 channel/track. Why not then PC12? Why PC4? thx
You absolutely could do that and have even more control. Personally for me it’s overkill, just two performance macros per track adds so much to my set without been overwhelming. PC12 looks brilliant though but takes up more space. Good use case would be to use a PC12 to control multiple machines
I use the Faderfox Ec4 (the one with encoders). It's great with the Typhon Macros as you can build up then push the button to return to the Min value. Saves having to twist it all the way back.
(the subrscribepage and IG link are not working)
Thanks for the heads up! Will sort that now
should work now :)
Fuck sake, I’d better find another £1k 😅😅
Finance is our friend 😂 it’s getting out of hand for me
Great video - just got a Syntakt and this video has got me right up to speed! Thanks! It's a great machine isn't it, really fun to use.
Glad it’s been helpful! Yeah I absolutely love it so far, haven’t played it over the weekend but using it again today, can’t wait!
Can i copy the mod/breath mappings to other sounds?
Yes :)
This so excellent well bloody done
Thankyou Mark! Looking forward to having a session with you soon :)
Thanks it’s great to hear reviews from live performer )) really looking forward to see your explanation on the integration of the faderfox
Thanks glad you enjoyed it :)
I just got my Syntakt on Friday. I need to find a Fader Fox and then I can experiment more with it.
At the Detroit Movement festival this weekend so I am feeling super inspired!
How was the festival? Hope your enjoying the Syntakt!
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers Absolutely amazing. I live coming from Detroit. It’s a one of a kind event in a one of a kind city. ❤️ Syntakt is bringing me lots of joy.
Dude, just got a Syntakt for Christmas and totally get it, don’t know what people are complaining about. This is an amazing photoshop package for sound. So much fun
The PC4 controls are too pricey for me though for what it is, do you know if there are cheaper alternatives?
I have had the Midi Fight Twister before, I really liked that. There are a ton of super cheap controllers around, maybe aim for one that would provide two knobs per track (24 total)
Love your muting kick and get wild trick :)
Thanks! Hoping to give others inspiration through tuts :) Gonna do some more on my full setup with other machines too.
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers re-inspiration, it's working!
Subscribed. Nice energy! Looking forward to the next videos.
2 questions:
can you record the modulations you build with the Faderfox into the Syntakt sequencer?
there seems to be an option to modulate parameters for ALL the tracks and machines, can you decide which parameters are affected on all tracks or is it default?
1. Haven’t tried that yet and I have a sneaky feeling mod and breath can’t be trig locked but I will check :) you could very well do that if you map individual parameters instead of the performance macros.
2. I hardly use All parameters option, it’s unfortunately not adjustable, that would be an amazing little performance hack. I would definitely use it to open up reverb and delay time
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers coolio! About mod and breath: my sneaky feeling too (at least that was sadly the case on the Digitone, it won't record them). But as you say, better focus and be creative with what's there and there's so much on this unit.
And yes, mapping the same Faderfox or Twister knob to many parameters could be a sick bunch of macros. Can't wait to get my own Syntakt. Thanks so much!!!
@@fumarolas I almost went down the one knob to control all parameter route like how I do it on Octatrack. But I think there’s a lot to be explored when having access to multiple sound scaling capabilities. May do a video soon though testing the one knob method. I just had a cool idea, you could have 4-5 one knob macros like this because there’s mod, breath, velocity etc so you could have 4 or so really good macros that control multiple things each.
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers Yes! Exactly what I had in mind. Exciting. I used to have a Touché for this kind of 4 macros situation.
@@fumarolas haven’t looked at the touché yet
Awesome video mate
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it :)
Exceptional video & track, thanks for sharing your knowledge. Question for you: I’ve seen some complaints online about the PC4’s 7bit resolution, suggesting that using it for things like filter cutoff could cause stepping because of less granular values (vs the 14bit resolution of say the EC4), but I didn’t hear anything like that with the assignments you had - did you come across any similar concerns? I was hesitant to grab a PC4/12 instead looking at the EC4, but obviously the PC series wins the day on sheer number of knobs so it would be preferable provided the resolution is not an (audible) issue. Appreciate any thoughts you have on this & look forward to checking out your other videos, cheers.
Hey sorry for the late reply! I haven't noticed, but maybe thats because im used to digital controllers and Ableton from performances starting over a decade ago, maybe im just used to the stepping now. Im sure there probably is but nothing to put me off using it so far. I think the PC range is definitely more suited for Syntakt because of the definitive stop and start of the knobs and how the mod depth amounts are global, if the Syntakt reset the knobs every time you changed the pattern then the EC4 would be a good shout. Thats how I look at it, if the piece of gear resets values then endless is a good option, if the values stay constant and global then classic fixed knobs are the better option as you will always know where the depth amounts are set during a live performance.
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers Cheers James, makes sense & appreciate the detailed reply. I took the plunge and ordered a PC4, keen to try it out - and perhaps one day upgrade to the behemoth that is the PC12 to use across a few of my Elektrons. All the best.
great video man!
Thanks 🙏
Did you make video on setting up the mod wheel? I didn’t see one on the channel, but I may have missed it.
I have a FaderFox EC4 that I am trying to get up and running with the Syntakt
Filming that one next week :)
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers I finally figured it out somewhat. Issue I had was I forgot to set up the midi receive in on the Syntakt from usb to Midi or Midi+USB. I did notice Elektron l’s cc mappings are a bit different than standard ones so that is something I need to look into a bit.
Thank you so much for the quick reply. I’m an electro fan as well and love the walk through in this video!! Look forward to watching more of your content.
Thanks again
@@JustinUrban1 Mappings are similar to other machines but the CC numbers correspond to specific things in the syntakt, it’s best to refer to the manual, at the end there is a midi cc appendix. It lists all the category’s, parameters and relevant cc number. The other thing to consider is midi channel, so all tracks will share the same cc number for, say, the filter, but midi channel refers to which track the message will be sent to. As an example, track 1 is midi channel 1, track 2 is midi channel 2 and so on.
@@jamesorvis_mixhackers I did get the channels worked out. Now it’s just the cc mapping per channel. I’ll have to look at the manual again. I looked at the little booklet that can with this unit, but am not sure if that’s the complete manual. I found that the standard 74 controls the filter cutoff, but 75 instead of 71, which was listed in a standard cc mapping document I found online, controls the Resonance of the filter. I love the dual VCOs in the analog machines on the Syntakt for those acid style sounds so those are my first main parameters I wanted to get down.
Sorry for rambling on lol. I just love the Syntakt for its inspirational creativity workflow.😃😃
@@JustinUrban1 Yeah its great! I love those dual VCO's too! Yeah the book is a start up guide, support page on Elektron website has the full user manual, its pretty hefty!
Thanks handy tips