I've just been starting to look at a machine to run backing tracks for my band, as we have some pads and string sections we just can't faithfully recrate live on stage. My laptop is just too delicate to use in a live setting, and all of the other backing track machines I have seen seem complicated (they probably aren't, but they look it to me haha). This is perfect! Seems VERY user friends and I really love that it is in a pedal platform so I can just run it along side, or ever ON, my pedalboard. This is the best option I have seen for this sort of thing so far. Thank you for this video!
That's a great rundown, I hate being in control of backing tracks. But at least here it's a set of metal foot switches. Not an iffy row of buttons on a tiny MIDI controller
Justin!! The legend himself. Thanks for checking out the video! You’re exactly right. Feel’s like there’s a huge gap in backing track players that don’t require a laptop setup/hefty knowledge/isn’t a simple ‘plug and play’ situation
I believe it can! I haven’t experimented with that side of things fully yet, but you can create a full MIDI track in Ableton (for example) with everything you need, import it to the Idoru, and then the MIDI-Out will send that
I’d be really interested in a 10 or 12 out version of this. We’re a 6 piece band with clicks, backing keys sections (intros and interludes) and live keys so having keys stereo 1/2 clicks on 3, vocals 4, drums 5/6, bass 7, lead guitar 8, rhythm guitar 9, backing keys 10/11 would mean we can rehearse without any member there and run the one session. Hopefully he makes a version with more outs in the future.
That would be so cool!! It’s a bit more expensive and not quite the same as it requires a laptop, but might be worth looking into something like the PlayAudio 1U. I would normally recommend the Cymatic Audio LP-16, but they’re discontinued annoyingly. Be worth looking into nonetheless as it’ll give a good idea of what you might need!
I've checked this; it's good but kind of too expensive for a backing track player with a footswitch. I'll stick with the MacBook Pro for now until a Chinese manufacturer produces a more affordable option
Totally get it. I’m thankful that Adam was kind enough to send it to me! It falls in the category of people who are looking at the price range of the SPD-SX/SPD-SX Pro, or the old Cymatic Audio backing track players to run tracks but don’t want a full sample pad on stage. It’s amazing for what it does, though!
@@DrumElectric I think you hit the nail on the head. I run playback for a couple touring acts and have been PRAYING for this device since they discontinued the Cymatic. I have an SPD but am stuck with the 4 outputs, and can't bring myself to splurge on a Pro. Also, this is a MUCH friendlier size for artists who need to maximize gear space in the van.
I've just been starting to look at a machine to run backing tracks for my band, as we have some pads and string sections we just can't faithfully recrate live on stage. My laptop is just too delicate to use in a live setting, and all of the other backing track machines I have seen seem complicated (they probably aren't, but they look it to me haha). This is perfect! Seems VERY user friends and I really love that it is in a pedal platform so I can just run it along side, or ever ON, my pedalboard. This is the best option I have seen for this sort of thing so far. Thank you for this video!
Sounds like this is perfect for your needs! It’s incredibly strong, so no need to worry about delicate things!
That's a great rundown, I hate being in control of backing tracks. But at least here it's a set of metal foot switches. Not an iffy row of buttons on a tiny MIDI controller
Justin!! The legend himself. Thanks for checking out the video!
You’re exactly right. Feel’s like there’s a huge gap in backing track players that don’t require a laptop setup/hefty knowledge/isn’t a simple ‘plug and play’ situation
Nice one mate 👌
Can it send full midi program changes?
(MSB, LSB & PC)
MIDI Channel > Bank > Sub Bank > Program Change Value
I believe it can! I haven’t experimented with that side of things fully yet, but you can create a full MIDI track in Ableton (for example) with everything you need, import it to the Idoru, and then the MIDI-Out will send that
I’d be really interested in a 10 or 12 out version of this. We’re a 6 piece band with clicks, backing keys sections (intros and interludes) and live keys so having keys stereo 1/2 clicks on 3, vocals 4, drums 5/6, bass 7, lead guitar 8, rhythm guitar 9, backing keys 10/11 would mean we can rehearse without any member there and run the one session. Hopefully he makes a version with more outs in the future.
That would be so cool!! It’s a bit more expensive and not quite the same as it requires a laptop, but might be worth looking into something like the PlayAudio 1U.
I would normally recommend the Cymatic Audio LP-16, but they’re discontinued annoyingly. Be worth looking into nonetheless as it’ll give a good idea of what you might need!
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JamMan stereo loop player by EHX will do similar for a lot less
Isn't that discontinued, and has only 3 outputs?
Good! I’m glad there are different options for people that need different things
I've checked this; it's good but kind of too expensive for a backing track player with a footswitch. I'll stick with the MacBook Pro for now until a Chinese manufacturer produces a more affordable option
Totally get it. I’m thankful that Adam was kind enough to send it to me! It falls in the category of people who are looking at the price range of the SPD-SX/SPD-SX Pro, or the old Cymatic Audio backing track players to run tracks but don’t want a full sample pad on stage. It’s amazing for what it does, though!
@@DrumElectric I think you hit the nail on the head. I run playback for a couple touring acts and have been PRAYING for this device since they discontinued the Cymatic. I have an SPD but am stuck with the 4 outputs, and can't bring myself to splurge on a Pro. Also, this is a MUCH friendlier size for artists who need to maximize gear space in the van.