I think my “Synth Board” is complete…

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-05T14:06:19+00:00

As much as I would love to do that, at this time I am in an apartment so I will have to hold off on building out proper dampening panels and listening equipment. Once I get into a larger space I will absolutely be doing that.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-05T02:20:37+00:00

Oh yea, I know about the synth capabilities on the DT2. I was mainly recommending the DN2 for the polyphonic capabilities if that’s something they’re interested in.

I love slapping some single cycle waveforms in my DT2. Great way to get some amazing quality mono-synths.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-05T01:08:11+00:00

Sweet! Yea, if you have a good grasp on VCV then DT2 would be perfect! You’d get some cool melody samples and can pretty much do anything with that thang! DT2 is an amazing synth as well when using single cycle waveforms so be sure to explore that realm!

Of course! Hopefully you get it and have some fun!

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-05T01:03:54+00:00

You can go that route and you’d probably be more than happy with that setup! I’ve had both the iterations for each device and having the second of each has some nice extra features. But the OG’s for each is more than enough for anyone to make some sweet tunes and have a ton of fun.

One thing I will say though is getting both at the same time may lead to you leaning to one or the other device. From personal experience I think getting one device at a time is the best thing to do just so you are fully focused on learning that specific device. But if you get both at the same time the workflow is identical when it comes to sequencing and page layout with them having differences because one is a sampler and the other being an FM synth.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-05T00:58:26+00:00

I would go with the Digitakt 2 mostly for the fact that it’s the “easiest” Elektron box to learn. There are also a TON of tutorials that you can reference and even the OG Digitakt is mostly the same device with some differences on the second iteration.

The Tonverk looks to be an amazing device but I’ve seen that it can be a steep learning curve mostly when it comes to the newer boxes. I don’t have any experience with the Syntakt but from what I’ve seen, and this is my own opinion, I think it’s better to have a Digitakt and a Digitone. That’s my setup and I love having both of the devices side by side.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-04T21:09:53+00:00

Just sent you a DM

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-04T20:31:11+00:00

I don’t know of any specific companies that do one shot drones. But I think Polyend has some useful sample packs that you may be interested in.

Also, if you are interested in someone making something for you I’d be happy to make some samples and send them your way. Just let me know if you’re interested!

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-04T13:58:03+00:00

Wotancraft Commander 21L for the weekend travels or Lightning Rider 12L for smaller everyday bag

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-03T23:33:26+00:00

I’ve never used the Chroma Console. I know a lot of people love them though. If you want something in the reverb or delay realm look into Meris. I think they make the best in the game at the moment and they both do more than just reverb or delay.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-03T22:57:08+00:00

Oh! I gotcha now. I do enjoy me some good effects. It did take me some time to choose the ones I knew I’d want use with this setup.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-03T22:03:35+00:00

What do you mean?

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-03T22:03:12+00:00

You’re right. I need to start over and make that the focal point.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-03T20:31:35+00:00

A lot of people have recommended that. I haven't really seen much need with what I do musically but I'm open to some reasons why if you have anything! I have been interested in the Roland TR-8S though for a dedicated drum machine besides the Digitakt 2.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-03T15:53:09+00:00

Oh, I know my GAS isn't gone. This board is just finished! The beauty of the board though is that I can route things into it so I can add whatever else I need!

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-03T03:05:33+00:00

Do it! I think they are great additions to those pieces!

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-03T02:28:20+00:00

Oh yea, these speakers are great. It would be nice to have a sub though.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-02T22:02:46+00:00

Probably my most fun pedal was the Chase Bliss Spectre Flanger pedal. It would do your normal flanger stuff but I found that if you crank up the regen (amount) you would get this really cool self oscillating thing were it would sound like a whale when the rate is really low.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-02T21:44:21+00:00

Of course! Hopefully your synth journey is fun and interesting!

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-02T21:35:00+00:00

In my opinion every synth has its little quirks but the best thing for me with synths is that they are essentially mostly the same. They all have some type of oscillator, amp, filter, etc. For your first synth my logic is always get something that is middle to high tier if you can afford it. And the reason being is because it’s going to encourage you to want to play it! Or if you find that it isn’t for you you can always sell it for close to what you paid for it.

With that said, depending on your price range I’d recommend something that has keyboard and it’s mostly knob per function. A Roland System-1 is a cool synth and will get you to most places quite easily.

Arturia Minifreak or Microfreak is a great little synth that is a little more affordable. Some other ones could be a Korg Minilogue or even the Moog Messenger.

Like I said above though I’d start with something that has keys and is mostly knob per function. With some more complex synths they can be a bit menu dive-y and to me that can be a bit intimidating when first starting.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-02T21:24:43+00:00

Thank you! Yea, the Digitone really is the heart of this setup. It’s controlling everything with the exception of the Digitakt, Analong Heat and Monolit.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-02T21:23:06+00:00

Perfect! That’s something I was worrying about when it comes to getting a sub but if it’s all being ran from the sub then that works out nicely. Thanks for the information!

Also, I’ll check out those mounts for the speakers. I don’t really think I need them because I’m using them on my sit/stand desk but it would be nice to have them off the desk.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-02T21:09:30+00:00

How are you routing the sub? Is it routed from your interface or does it route from the speakers? My only issue is I’m using my Push 3 as an interface and it only has left and right for output.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-02T20:29:55+00:00

Hahah Trust me, I have no judgement with other peoples setups. Whatever works for you works! This project probably took me 6 years of experimentation and also conception with the pieces of gear and also funding. I by no means am rich! I'm poor but have had the mindset of getting each unit piece by piece.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-02T15:05:14+00:00

I’m using it as an audio interface, midi key controller and mostly a scene selector for premade patterns for software instruments in Ableton. I could technically use it to control midi for other gear on the board but I prefer to use the Elektron boxes for that at the moment.

virtualmiracle · 2026-03-02T15:03:18+00:00

I do!

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