Elektron Model:Samples

Great sampler for creative musicians

I purchased Elektron Model Samples a few months ago and it has exceeded all my expectations. This compact sampler from Elektron is a true creative tool that helps me bring my musical ideas to life. One of the best features of Model Samples is its intuitive interface. I can easily create and edit my samples directly on the device, without the need for additional software. Plus, the built-in effects add extra depth and character to my tracks. I'm thrilled with the sound quality I get from Model Samples. Each sample sounds bright and clear, and the ability to mix and adjust parameters allows me to achieve the sound I want without any extra effort. Additionally, Model Samples is highly portable, making it an ideal tool for creating music on the go. I can take it with me anywhere and work on my projects in any environment. Overall, Elektron Model Samples are a great choice for those looking for a compact and powerful sampler. I am completely happy with my purchase and recommend it to all my music friends.

Nice little machine, but...

But the parameter labels on the front panel are disappearing after one year. Some of them are barely visible. The unit was never been exposed to sunlight. Quite strange.

Anything else is working fine. Playing on this instrument is always instant fun.

Great sampler!

I really like my Elektron devices. The combination of Model:Samples with Digitakt is super creative. The great thing is that, even with basic knowledge of the two, you can already come far in creating interesting drums and melodies. However, I also notice that, once you get deeper into programming, you can get even more fun out of them. It invites you to do something new instead of always programming the same thing you are used to. Every time, I'm surprised by what can come out of it and by how all-round the machines are.

Lately, I really started to like Model:Samples for creating melodies. I record samples from my modular synth or from the arturia_official V collection, which I then sample into new melodies. The downside is that the pads are not that nice as the Digitakt, but you can adjust them in velocity. But for the price you get a really nice machine!

Serious toy

Nice nice combination of constraints and depth. Has the instant quality you want from a groovebox and I got this over the more expensive units for the knob per function. The one thing it really misses is separate outs on USB (or audio) as it's nice and jammable but splitting the tracks out to DAW for editing requires you to play each track at a time. Kind of hoping they pursue this line and decided to get the cycles as well after a couple of hours with this.

Easy to use

Pretty straight forward, dont have to delve too deep into the manual, online tutorials will suffice if needed, sounds on board are kickass enough, of course it cant be compared to the higher end elektron stuff, but its a good gateway to get the hang of small parts of the workflow