Agreed that the er1 is a great sounding machine and has a very nice interface (the step sequencer is great). But it should be pointed out that it is very aptly named as a rhythm *synth*, not a drum machine. Yes, it makes drum sounds (and lots of other wierd stuff), but you have to program/patch them in. Not exactly difficult, but it does not operate like a typical drum machine; there are no individual sound selections. Lots of people don't mind this, but it should be noted for anyone actually looking for a drum 'machine'. It's built more for screw-around-and-see-what-happens than it is for building drum-only patterns.
-----Original Message----- From: Spellman, Scott <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: '[email protected]' <[email protected]> Date: Tuesday, May 16, 2000 12:03 PM Subject: [313] Re: Wanted:TR-808, an alternative >If you really want an 808 type drum machine with sequencer, the Korg ER-1 is >great. It has tru analog sounds, idiot-proof 808 sequencing with accent, >built in delay and low boost, and easy solos and mutes. The best thing-it >is one of the few(only?) modern drum machines that can record/play new parts >on the fly without stopping!- a tremendous bonus for live PAs like mine. >Its sounds are unique-they are very 808-like, but are not copies of those >sounds like the Drumstation or any one of the new Roland boxes. Overall, a >very fun and loveable piece of gear. > >Scott >O-Zone live P.A.:::4th dimension/detroit >www.4drecords.com > > >--------------------------------------------------------------------- >To unsubscribe, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] >For additional commands, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] >
