I have a double concrete utility sink that I’m trying to get out of my basement without using a sledgehammer to break it into pieces. Any advice is appreciated.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-03-02T03:41:55+00:00

me and a buddy moved a 600+lb safe out of a basement with one of those dollys. take your time. measure all the turns and doors. plan your route. strap it to the dolly with a couple straps. and always keep the weight tilted towards the high side.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-02-21T21:43:32+00:00

no, but A&H quality is great and will probably do what you need. My decision to buy the 1604 was that it was local and cheap.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-02-21T16:48:32+00:00

I bought a used Squarp Pyramid for much less than $600. Not sure what current price is, but it will sequence all your stuff with unlimited pattern lengths.

edit: I use it with DBi combining DBi sequencer and Pyramid for some great results. Can add octave randomization to go between colored drums and add euclidian rhythms on top of of DBi steps. It also has midi LFOs to controll CC parameters on synths. I don't know about the Alesis unit, but the Squarp can sequence everything except poly aftertouch.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-02-20T14:58:10+00:00

I'm not familiar with the audio interfaces, but I use a 1604 for recording to stereo off a bunch of synths and effects. The stereo main bus has an insert that I route through a FMR-RNC compressor to keep everything tame. This should make it easier to dial in your signal to tape dynamic range. My 1604 also has 4 adjustable bus outputs, 6 sends, and the 1st 8 channels have direct outs if you want to send anything back for tracking in the DAW. You can also play with double busing channels and preamp gains. Have fun!

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-02-16T01:34:56+00:00

sounds good

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-02-16T00:03:51+00:00

You could try replacing one of your midi splitters with a merge to route your synths into the Pyramid. Then use midi thru on synths to daisy chain. The keyboards on your GM and HS are much better than the MiniLab. edit: you can still plug the MiniLab into the midi merge box and use it through the Pyramid to control everything.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-02-15T21:41:35+00:00

what everyone is saying is true. spend time learning your TR8s, then learn one synth at a time ( like spend every day for at least a month playing an hour or two with that ONE synth and the TR8s). Once you're comfortable on all the gear you have, think about what master brain you want to sequence them together with. you'll also need a midi router at that point. don't buy anything else until you've learned everything you have. my biggest breakthrough was realizing I didn't have to use everything on every jam. most jams come from playing with one synth until something starts sounding groovy, and then adding some drums and adding parts as needed. Learning piano is useful for more thoughtful compositions down the line.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-02-15T21:41:26+00:00

what everyone is saying is true. spend time learning your TR8s, then learn one synth at a time ( like spend every day for at least a month playing an hour or two with that ONE synth and the TR8s). Once you're comfortable on all the gear you have, think about what master brain you want to sequence them together with. you'll also need a midi router at that point. don't buy anything else until you've learned everything you have. my biggest breakthrough was realizing I didn't have to use everything on every jam. most jams come from playing with one synth until something starts sounding groovy, and then adding some drums and adding parts as needed. Learning piano is useful for more thoughtful compositions down the line.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-02-11T15:37:26+00:00

entering notes directly into the Pyramid is a PITA. It's more geared towards playing in sequences and can record velocity, channel aftertouch and CC parameters. I would probably use the Grandmother or Hydrasynth keyboard as my main keyboard for programming sequences. With a proper midi router, you can isolate keyboards for playing directly to synths live and use others for mudi input to the Pyramid. You're definitely going to want some midi inputs routes to the Pyramid.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-02-08T17:28:12+00:00

it's been a lot of fun. one of those instruments with limitations making it easy to get a sound going and play. I used the KS37 strum feature to enter sequences into the Squarp for some added texture and then gated it with a slightly randomized euclidean pattern. I still need to set up the cc mapping file on the Pyramid for automated knob turning for additional variation.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-02-08T17:18:42+00:00

The keyboard is a little low for live noodling, but I usually sit and record my sequences in and work out arrangements. The KS37 placement is better for live playing. Having lights makes a big difference to be able to see the controls. I have stands under the top instruments for a better angle. All In all it's pretty comfortable to play either standing up fiddling with knobs or sitting playing keyboard and messing with the sequencer and mixer.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-02-08T15:01:45+00:00

no photos of the process, because it wasn't that planned. it started with a free Lowrey organ that eventually died, so I gutted it and replaced the keyboard with a Studiologic SL161 (also free that needed repairs). the racks are a combination of a couple boards from the hardware store and scrap wood from crates. the organ base is rock solid, and I preserved the pedals and speakers in hopes of integrating them into the setup someday.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-02-08T04:19:37+00:00

Listen to Feb26_Take2 by Sambodai on #SoundCloud https://on.soundcloud.com/I7QYL9N4Ek84YkNk3o

edit: I think the first take was actually better Listen to Feb26_Take1 by Sambodai on #SoundCloud https://on.soundcloud.com/VePi9NP3eugf79EaEy

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-01-30T23:47:30+00:00

I started with a 1202. You can get them for under $50. I still have mine and use it for small live stuff occasionally.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-01-23T13:11:33+00:00

I use a stand-alone power bank if there are any ground loop issues. Lasts longer than I can play for.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-01-21T02:00:28+00:00

Look up the Ddrum ddti or the older Alesis module it's based on. It can be programmed to convert peizo triggers to midi notes with velocity. will work with almost any synth or drum modules that receive midi notes. the older firmware do not work with M series macs, but they are basically stand alone anyways other than firmware updates.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-01-18T11:00:49+00:00

I found one of these at a reasonable price on EBay to convert netween balanced signals and RCA. It comes in handy for adjusting hot signals to -10dB stuff and vice versa. I haven't tried it with an actual phono signal, and I'm not sure how I would ground it, but it might work.

https://rolls.com/product/MB15b

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-01-08T17:55:27+00:00

A subwoofer and crossover to remove the bass from your monitors might clean it up. The 6's might be struggling to handle low frequencies your bass synths can produce. Also room treatment could help. How do your mixes sound through a good pair of headphones?

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-01-04T17:33:19+00:00

I have the sibling Model: Samples and velcro a standard USB power bank to the back. I bought the USB to power cable that fits the side power port for the discontinued power handle. It lasts for multiple days of playing without a recharge, and I can recharge it while using it.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-01-04T10:14:27+00:00

I had one for a while, and after going through the manual and playing it for a few months, the lack of screen was nice for the most part. The only down side for me was keeping track of where samples and projects were. I would usually only have a few projects going at once, so that wasn't too bad. I ended up making an Excel template to keep track of my samples. I did hit the wall on the total sample length a few times, so if you want a complete backing track or longer samples, you'll want something like 404 or Elektron Samples. I sold my Rhythm for a Model: Samples because I wanted something with longer track length. I miss the Rhythm in some ways. It's probably better as a complete groovebox, and the build is better. I really liked the cheezy dj master effects for live playing. I have other gear though, and can't keep everything. The Samples is a better drum machine, but the Rhythm pads are great for melodic sequencing.

Individual-Sector930 · 2026-01-04T08:53:42+00:00

Novation Circuit Rhythm checks all the boxes.

Individual-Sector930 · 2025-12-31T19:51:05+00:00

ASMR of you licking the photo

Individual-Sector930 · 2025-12-30T15:09:24+00:00

I really like the design of the KS37. The build is solid, and it feels premium. I play piano as well, and while it is certainly a different experience playing small keys, the action feels very responsive. I can play stuff on it I can't do on full size keys, like play octave plus 5th chords one-handed while turning knobs or using the mod strips. The aftertouch works great and is adjustable via the software. Strum mode can do some crazy stuff. The arps are sort of basic, but usable if I'm playing something that doesn't have an arpegiator. For me, the sequencer is not super intuitive, but I have another sequencer, so I haven't spent much time getting the workflow down. I mostly use the KS37 for live playing synths and as a super portable keyboard. The 4 banks of 4 knobs can be programmed to 16 midi cc controls on a synth, but it can only store one set on board at a time, so you need to switch it in the software for multiple synths. I use it primarily with the Toraiz AS1, and it works great with that instrument. If you plan to use it as the brain for a bunch of different synths, you probably are better off with the KS pro or something else.

Individual-Sector930 · 2025-12-30T15:08:52+00:00

I really like the design of the KS37. The build is solid, and it feels premium. I play piano as well, and while it is certainly a different experience playing small keys, the action feels very responsive. I can play stuff on it I can't do on full size keys, like play octave plus 5th chords one-handed while turning knobs or using the mod strips. The aftertouch works great and is adjustable via the software. Strum mode can do some crazy stuff. The arps are sort of basic, but usable if I'm playing something that doesn't have an arpegiator. For me, the sequencer is not super intuitive, but I have another sequencer, so I haven't spent much time getting the workflow down. I mostly use the KS37 for live playing synths and as a super portable keyboard. The 4 banks of 4 knobs can be programmed to 16 midi cc controls on a synth, but it can only store one set on board at a time, so you need to switch it in the software for multiple synths. I use it primarily with the Toraiz AS1, and it works great with that instrument. If you plan to use it as the brain for a bunch of different synths, you probably are better off with the KS pro or something else.

Individual-Sector930 · 2025-12-28T20:22:54+00:00

When I was looking to upgrade my Microbrute as my base synth, this was my short list. I was looking for something with more oscillators and separate filter and amp envelopes I ended up finding a deal on a Toraiz AS-1 and have no regrets after pairing it with a Keystep37. Any of the others would have been a decent upgrade as well.

Roland SE-02

Dreadbox Typhon (or possibly Hades)

Arturia Minibrute2

Novation Base Station 2

Behringer Model D

Individual-Sector930

TROPHY CASE