Electron Analog Rytm MKII Quick Manual

Analog Rytm MKII

A dierent drum

Quick Guide

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THANK YOU

Thank you for choosing the Analog Rytm MKII, an eight voice analog/digital hybrid drum
machine featuring the twang of the analog domain, the instant control, and eects of the
digital domain and the wonderful interplay of both. The analog signal path, digital controls,
samples, additive modulation and sampling capability, makes this drum machine a solid
instrument with a voice of its own. The innovative combination of modern technology and
tried and trusted ways of sound generation lets you create any kind of drum: purely ana­log, sample-based or a combination of the two. For all its layers of complexity and depth, it
remains instantly accessible and - we are sure you agree - fun to play.

This Quick Guide guides you through the basic functions of this product. For more detailed
information, please see the Analog Rytm MKII User Manual that you can download from
www.elektron.se.

We wish you a happy and creative experience. Have fun!

- The Elektron Team

Analog Rytm MKII

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FCC compliance statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the follow­ing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are de­signed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer­ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003.

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Legal disclaimer

The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not
be construed as a commitment by Elektron. Elektron assumes no responsibility for
any errors that may appear in this document. Elektron may also make improvements
and/or changes in the products and programs described in this document at any
time without notice. In no event shall Elektron be liable for any special, indirect, or
consequential damages or any damages whatsoever resulting from loss of use, data,
or profits, whether in an action of contract, negligence, or other action, arising out of
or in connection with the use or performance of this information.

European Union regulation compliance statement

This product has been tested to comply with the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
and the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU. The product meets the
requirements of RoHS 2 Directive 2011/65/EU.

Your product must be disposed of properly according to local laws and
regulations.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Do not use this unit near water.

2. Never use aggressive cleaners on the casing or on the screen. Remove dust, dirt
and fingerprints with a soft, dry and non-abrasive cloth. More persistent dirt can be
removed with a slightly damp cloth using only water. Disconnect all cables while doing
this. Only reconnect them when the product is safely dry.

3. To avoid scratches or damage, never use sharp objects near the casing or the screen.
Avoid applying any pressure to the screen itself.

4. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Make sure you place the
unit on a stable surface before use. If you mount the unit in a rack, be sure to tighten all
four screws in the rack mount holes.

5. Connect the unit to an easily accessible electrical outlet close to the unit.

6. When transporting the unit, use accessories recommended by the manufacturer or the
original box and padding.

7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or any
other equipment (including amplifiers) producing heat.

8. Do not put a protective cover on the unit while the unit is powered on.

9. This product, by itself or in combination with amplifiers, headphones or speakers, is
capable of producing sound levels that may cause permanent hearing loss. Do not
operate at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, conve­nience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.

11. Use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when it is not used for long periods of time.

13. Refer all servicing to qualified service technicians. Servicing is required when the unit
has been damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
unit, the unit has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.

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WARNING!

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE

• Do not expose the unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and also avoid placing

objects filled with liquid, such as vases, on the unit.

• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, nor use it in ambient temperatures exceeding

30°C as this can lead to malfunction.

• Do not open the casing. There are no user repairable or adjustable parts inside. Leave

service and repairs to trained service technicians only.

• Do not exceed the limitations specified in the Electrical specifications.

SOUND PEAKS

• A brief 3 kHz signal will be sent to all outs of the Analog Rytm MKII when the Test

mode on the Early Startup menu is activated. Remember to turn down the volume on all
speakers and headphones before activating Test mode.

• During calibration there will be loud and unpleasant sounds on the individual outs.

Disconnect these during calibration.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE POWER ADAPTER ELEKTRON PSU-3b

• The adapter is not safety grounded and may only be used indoors.

• To ensure good ventilation for the adapter, do not place it in tight spaces. To prevent

risk of electric shock and fire because of overheating, ensure that curtains and other
objects do not prevent adapter ventilation.

• Do not expose the power adapter to direct sunlight, nor use it in ambient temperatures

exceeding 40°C.

• Connect the adapter to an easily accessible electrical outlet close to the unit.

• The adapter is in standby mode when the power cord is connected. The primary circuit

is always active as long as the cord is connected to the power outlet. Pull out the power
cord to completely disconnect the adapter.

• In the EU, only use CE approved power cords.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

. INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 10

. CONVENTIONS IN THIS MANUAL ..............................................10

. PANEL LAYOUT AND CONNECTIONS .............................................................................. 11

. FRONT PANEL CONTROLS ...................................................11

. REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS ................................................15

3. OVERVIEW OF THE ANALOG RYTM MKII STRUCTURE ............................................. 16

3.1 +DRIVE .......................................................................16

3.2 DATA STRUCTURE ...........................................................16

3.3 ABOUT THE TRACK TYPES ...................................................18

. USER INTERFACE AND CONTROLS ................................................................................ 19

4.1 SCREEN NAVIGATION ........................................................ 20

4.2 PARAMETER EDITING .......................................................20

4.3 PARAMETER VALUE JUMP ..................................................20

4.4 [FUNC] KEY PRESS COMBINATIONS ........................................20

4.5 QUICK SCROLLING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

4.6 COPY, CLEAR AND PASTE ...................................................20

4.7 THE NAMING MENU ..........................................................21

4.8 PADS .......................................................................22

4.9 MACHINES .................................................................. 22

4.10 OVERBRIDGE .............................................................. 24

5. GETTING STARTED ..............................................................................................................24

5.1 SETTING UP AND STARTING ................................................. 24

5.2 PLAYING THE FACTORY PRESETS ........................................... 25

5.3 USING PERFORMANCE MODE ...............................................25

5.4 USING SCENE MODE ........................................................ 26

5.5 USING CHROMATIC MODE ..................................................26

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5.6 USING MUTE MODE .........................................................26

6. THE SEQUENCER ................................................................................................................. 27

6.1 SELECTING A PATTERN ...................................................... 27

6.2 PATTERN CONTROL ........................................................ 27

6.3 TRIG TYPES ................................................................. 28

6.4 PATTERN RECORDING MODES .............................................. 28

6.5 USING GRID RECORDING MODE .............................................28

6.6 USING LIVE RECORDING MODE .............................................28

6.7 PARAMETER LOCKS ........................................................29

6.8 PATTERN MODES ...........................................................30

7. SAMPLING .............................................................................................................................. 30

7.1 SAMPLING FROM EXTERNAL SOURCES ......................................30

7.2 ASSIGNING A SAMPLE TO A TRACK FROM THE +DRIVE ......................32

. TECHNICAL INFORMATION ...............................................................................................33

. CREDITS AND CONTACT INFORMATION ......................................................................34

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. INTRODUCTION

. CONVENTIONS IN THIS MANUAL

In this manual, we use the following conventions to describe the Analog Rytm MKII user
interface:

• KEY NAMES

Written with uppercase, bold style and within brackets. For example, the key labeled
“FUNC” is called [FUNC].

• KNOBS

Written with uppercase, bold, italic letters. For example, the knob “Track Level” is called
TRACK LEVEL.

• MENU NAMES

Written with uppercase letters. For example, the PROJECT menu.

• PARAMETER NAMES, MENU OPTIONS

Written with uppercase bold letters for parameter names and certain menu options
where you can make settings or perform actions. For example, CLOCK SEND.

• PARAMETER SETTING ALTERNATIVES

Written with uppercase letters. For example, OFF.

• SCREEN MESSAGES

Written with uppercase letters with quotation marks. For example, “BANK A: CHOOSE
PTN.”

• LED INDICATORS

Written with uppercase letters with angle brackets. For example, the Pattern page
LEDs are called: <PATTERN PAGE>.

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. PANEL LAYOUT AND CONNECTIONS

. FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

Direct

Kit Sound Track Pattern Song Setup Tap TempoSave Project

Save Kit

MIDI Config

New Chain Edit Song

Sequential Direct Start Direct Jump Temp Jump

Metronome Trig Mute

Scale

Accent Swing Slide Copy Clear Paste Cue Fill

Mute

Sound Browser

Assign Samples Settings

Quantize

BD SD RS CP BT LT MT HT CH OH CY CB

Main Out Ext In Audio In MIDI In MIDI Out MIDI Thru Control InBD LT CH/OHRS/CP USB DC In Power

Delay Reverb Dist Comp LFO

Sync BSync ASD MT/HT CY/CBBT

Main Volume

A

E F G H

B C D

Quick Perf Amount Track Level

1 BD 2 SD 3 RS 4 CP

5

BT

6

LT

7

MT

8

HT

9 CH 10 OH 11 CY 12 CB

Save

Reload

Retrig +

Retrig -µTime - µTime +

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

A

B

C

D

E

F G H

YES

1 2 10

26

14

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3 4 5 6 87 9 131211

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18

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20

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27

29

30

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32 33 34 35 36

1. MAIN VOLUME sets the volume for the main outputs and the headphones output.

2. [SAMPLING] opens the SAMPLING menu. The secondary function starts Direct
Sampling.

3. [QPER] key. Used to select which performance macro that should be controlled by the
QUICK PERF AMOUNT knob. The secondary function mutes the performance macros.