NAMM 2019: Elektron Introduces Model:Samples, 6 Track Sample-Based Groovebox

In the approach to this year’s NAMM show, Elektron has introduced Model:Samples, a six track sample-based groovebox that supplies a 64-step sequencer, 6 velocity-sensitive pads, a Chromatic mode for writing basslines and melodies, and much more.

Key Features

• Control All lets you twist your sounds to oblivion. Then use Reload to take you back to where you started
• Use Parameter Locks to automate parameters. Each step can have a totally different sound
• Load six samples at once – just like a kit. Great when you have made a Pattern with Parameter Locks, LFOs etc… Load six new samples to instantly experiment and come up with unique and unexpected results
• Write basslines and melodies using Chromatic Mode
• New Chance parameter. Chance determines the possibility whether the sequencer steps on a track are triggered or not. Combining Chance with the Control All functionality can lead to many interesting results and happy accidents
• Record sequences with or without quantization. Steps can be micro-timed with individual Swing control per track
• Individual Step Length per track
• Individual Tempo Multiplier per track
• Class compliant USB audio 2.0

Model:Samples specifications

• 6 Audio tracks (all of which may be used as MIDI tracks as well)
• 6 × Velocity sensitive pads
• 96 Projects
• 96 Patterns per Project
• 1 × Sample playback engine per track
• 1 × Resonant multimode filter per track
• 1 × Assignable LFO per track
• Delay and reverb send FX
• Elektron sequencer up to 64 steps with unique length and scale settings per track
• Real-time or grid recording of notes and parameters
• 64 MB sample memory
• 1 GB storage
• Class compliant USB audio 2.0
• 1 × 1/4″ Headphones output
• 2 × 1/4″ Balanced main outputs
• 1 × Hi-speed (micro) USB 2.0 port
• 1 × 3.5 mm standard audio minijack (TRS) for MIDI In
• 1 × 3.5 mm standard audio minijack (TRS) for MIDI Out/Thru
• 2 × slots for attaching Powerhandle BP-1 (battery pack to be released at a later date)

Pricing and Availability
The Elektron Model:Samples, to be priced at $449, will become available in February, and you can visit the Elektron website to learn more.

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