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caidicus
Registrace 20. 08. 2010
Thanks for tuning in.
My channel is "mostly" devoted to the exploration of music equipment, gadgets, and musical hardware.
Every once in a while, I'll stray off to something odd like video games or vaporizers.
But, for the most part, I'm all about the music "stuff".
Feel free to subscribe, leave comments, whatever. I always appreciate the feedback I get from viewers.
I've got a music channel up now, under the artist name Caidicus. Check it out here.
czcams.com/channels/X6Lh9D5_YM3hUJr_BbQddw.html
This is Caidicus, out.
My channel is "mostly" devoted to the exploration of music equipment, gadgets, and musical hardware.
Every once in a while, I'll stray off to something odd like video games or vaporizers.
But, for the most part, I'm all about the music "stuff".
Feel free to subscribe, leave comments, whatever. I always appreciate the feedback I get from viewers.
I've got a music channel up now, under the artist name Caidicus. Check it out here.
czcams.com/channels/X6Lh9D5_YM3hUJr_BbQddw.html
This is Caidicus, out.
AI Music Video for Shapeshifter by Caidicus
The video is AI generated using Neural Link, a pretty cool service that cost me $40 a month for 36 minutes of 1080p video generation. The videos are generated off of images that you either upload yourself, or create from a prompt. Their prompt generation is also pretty cool as there's a "pimp my prompt" option that will add and edit your prompts in a way that can create more refined images to start the video generation from.
While the video is AI generated, the music was composed myself using my plethora of hardware synthesizers. I'm quite interested in the world of AI, and have briefly tried AI music generation out of curiousity, I find the process removes the fun of actually creating music myself. So, I think I'll stick with actually making my own music.
This song is called Shapeshifter and is based off the idea of what our world might feel and look like to an alien that lands here and experiences it. I feel like the AI generation does a great job of making scenes from our world look and feel otherworldly, as it might seem to that alien as they go through different locations.
Anyway, thanks for watching, let me know what you think, and I'll see you all in the next one.
caidicus
While the video is AI generated, the music was composed myself using my plethora of hardware synthesizers. I'm quite interested in the world of AI, and have briefly tried AI music generation out of curiousity, I find the process removes the fun of actually creating music myself. So, I think I'll stick with actually making my own music.
This song is called Shapeshifter and is based off the idea of what our world might feel and look like to an alien that lands here and experiences it. I feel like the AI generation does a great job of making scenes from our world look and feel otherworldly, as it might seem to that alien as they go through different locations.
Anyway, thanks for watching, let me know what you think, and I'll see you all in the next one.
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AI Generated Music Video "Losing Color - Caidicus"
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So, I used a service called "Neural Frames" to generate this video. I gotta say, seeing a video play as the MV for one my own songs... It's pretty amazing. Regardless of how one feels about all the AI news and stuff, I'm extremely grateful to be able to realize such an "out there" dream. I never thought I'd see such a thing. Anyway, thanks for watching!
Totally Amateur Arturia Astrolab Review
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In this video, I go through the reasons why I think the Astrolab is actually a pretty awesome addition to my own setup. I'm sure others may disagree, I've even experienced a bit of mockery over my choice of buying one, we're all married to our own opinions. :D Anyhow, I try to be as comprehensive as I can about the Astrolab, there's a lot to unload, and hopefully this video will be both informa...
E-Readers, reMarkable 2 VS BOOX Tab 10c Pro, and Why reMarkable 2 is Not a Very Good Option
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In this video, I share my experiences with the reMarkable 2, and why I eventually had to choose another option, eventually ending up with the BOOX 10c Pro. While the hardware of the reMarkable 2 is very nice to look at, there are some significant shortcomings to the device, all of which I go over in this video. I hope it's both useful and enjoyable to watch, and of course, thank you for watching.
Anxiety Isn't Real.
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Obvioiusly THIS guy's high as a kite, saying something so ridiculous as "Anxiety isn't real". Gimme whatever HE'S smokin', right? Hear me out, it might make more sense than you think. As always, thank you for watching my videos, if they help even the tiniest amount, that makes me happier than you know. No need to Patreon, I don't have one. No need to subscribe, lord knows when the next video wi...
Depression's Darkest Lie, and a Visualization I Find Helpful for Climbing Out of It
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This was the day after one of my worst bouts of depression, that I've experienced in a long time. I'm still not entirely out of it, but at least feeling better enough to start posting CZcams videos again. I hope even one person finds it helpful, and thank you for watching.
External Validation Isn't Evil, In Moderation
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This was the day after the worst depression I've had in a long time. Sometimes, that means that I have thoughts, and motivation to record those thoughts, that feel dangerously close to inspirational. Sometimes, it just means I sit around doing nothing all day. Thankfully, this was the former, not the latter. I hope this video is helpful or entertaining to at least someone. Thank you for watching.
Star Citizen: Fun at Lorville!
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It appears out multi-tools are working in Lorville. Fun times!
New Gear, New Problems, Same Old Story. READ THE MANUAL!
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Just a brief going over of some of the new stuff in my music room as well as the resounding message of wisdom that one should always consult the manual when facing new gear.
Netflix Film Review: The School for Good and Evil
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Here's my super quick review for "The School for Good and Evil", on Netflix. I liked it! My daughter liked it, too! Overall, I thought it was a great movie. Not because it did anything particularly original, but more so because it was well-acted and just a downright enjoyable movie. Another important factor is that my 12-year-old daughter really enjoyed it, too. She doesn't easily sit down for ...
Netflix Film Review: The Bastard Son & The Devil Himself
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Just a quick and amateur review of the Netflix TV show called "The Bastard Son & The Devil Himself. I don't hate movies and shows easily, so if you're the kind of person who's especially critical of film and TV, you might find my review lacking, or you might just totally disagree with it. It's all good! Personally, I really enjoyed this show, looking forward to seeing what happens next, after e...
MPC Effects, Assigning them to a Pad, a Program, Or an Entire Project
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In this video, I go through how to assign effects per sample, program, or as master effects to the whole project. (Like a compressor that makes sure everything's level in the end) I hope this helps! If you have any questions, feel free to comment; I LOVE comments! Leaving a like is also greatly appreciated, it helps me know I'm doing something useful by posting videos like this. Thanks for watc...
"The Midnight Club" Netflix Show, First Impressions
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Here's what I think, after watching two and a half episodes of "The Midnight Club." (I said one and a half, but time seems to be flying faster than I thought because I'm already halfway through the second show) I definitely recommend giving it a watch, well-acted, the script is more than competent, and the story is intriguing. I won't give away anything about the story or what has happened so f...
"Last Seen Alive" 2022 Netflix Film, Movie Review
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My personal take on the 2022 Netflix film, Last Seen Alive. Tell me, in the comments, if there's a movie you'd like me to review. I'll do it! Thank you very much for watching.
DAWless Topic: Why GAS Isn't (Always) a Bad Thing!
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DAWless Topic: Why GAS Isn't (Always) a Bad Thing!
Gift From XiaoMi, for Buying the XiaoMi 12S Ultra. (Repost Without Editing)
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Gift From XiaoMi, for Buying the XiaoMi 12S Ultra. (Repost Without Editing)
Xiaomi Sent Me a Gift With My Xiaomi 12S Ultra!
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Xiaomi Sent Me a Gift With My Xiaomi 12S Ultra!
MPC Live/X/One Tutorial, How to Increase Sequence Length, After You've Finished It.
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MPC Live/X/One Tutorial, How to Increase Sequence Length, After You've Finished It.
Starting a New Series, Interviewing YOU! Music Producers and Artists
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Starting a New Series, Interviewing YOU! Music Producers and Artists
Steam Deck Competitor Onexplayer, Does the Steam Deck's Price Really Make it That Much Better?
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Steam Deck Competitor Onexplayer, Does the Steam Deck's Price Really Make it That Much Better?
OneXPlayer Valve Steam Deck "Competitor" (Functionally similar, but priced VERY differently)
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OneXPlayer Valve Steam Deck "Competitor" (Functionally similar, but priced VERY differently)
Is Star Citizen a Scam? (Not from my perspective, and here's why)
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Is Star Citizen a Scam? (Not from my perspective, and here's why)
New Recording Setup (and MPC Live Workflow Tips and Tutorial)
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New Recording Setup (and MPC Live Workflow Tips and Tutorial)
I Had a Defective Zoom H6, I Had a Surprising Outcome!
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I Had a Defective Zoom H6, I Had a Surprising Outcome!
(Off Topic) Star Citizen Idris Fight to 30k (still learning OBS)
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(Off Topic) Star Citizen Idris Fight to 30k (still learning OBS)
MPC Live, X, and One, How to Use Automation
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MPC Live, X, and One, How to Use Automation
MPC Live Exporting Audio Track Sample with Effects
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MPC Live Exporting Audio Track Sample with Effects
You're a legend! Just what I was looking for
Yes sir
Thank you
Very thorough. Super helpful!
My issue with my Live2 is my Audio tracks just cutting off on playback after 9-10 bars. The screen shows the recording took but no sound.
Oh wow, that is a VERY odd, and very frustrating issue. I can record unlimited bars into the audio tracks, so it makes me wonder what's going on with your live. If you add me to Discord, username is also caidicus (all small letters), perhaps I can help you get it sorted out. I hope you can find a solution.
Suuuuper helpful
That's awesome! Thanks for watching, AND for commenting.
You can turn off all the other bothering raw sounds one by one under edit.
Love your channel. Quick question. My sequences /all tacks in a song have gone mono one speaker. I must have pressed something wrong. Quick fix? Keep up the good work...
Hey man, unfortunately, I don't know what's causing your issue, so I don't know how to fix it. I would just say to check your outputs in that track's settings. The eye icon at the top right of the track window. The other thing is, make sure you haven't set the pan to be all right or all left, in the track view where you can see what looks like a piano view. Below where your notes are penciled in, there's a bar-graph view that shows volume, but I think there's also a setting for left and right pan in there. I'm sorry I can't offer any more specific instructions than that. I do hope you get it figured out, and thank you for the kind comments about my video.
Whole video is informative. For the short version, skip to 9:07. Good looking, I learned something new.
One thing about the design that is bad is the display / Enter button. Would have been much better with a larger display and just a normal "Enter" button. Not a personal fan of the "wiggly" display idea. The general idear of the instrument is definetly great. of cause some won't like it, some will love it, and some of us would wish they had taken it a bit further with a more serious powerfull processing board to actually reach out to match the posibilities like the Korg Kronos. and provide a larger ammount of cuncurrent sound combis and poliphony. Arturia already have possible one of the best plugin collection available in the V-collection and other plugins. Wether they sound exactly the same as the originals or not is not a real issue to me. Just to have that many classic instrument recreations in a "box" or software collection in a stage keyboard is kinda awsome. Just wish Arturia will take it further with an "Astrolab Titanic" where you just have to connect eg. a Keylab 88 or what you prefere in keybeds to have a full gig setup for all your sounds 😋
Well, I suppose one benefit of this keyboard is that any patches you make in V Collection can be exported directly onto your Astrolab. Then, the four knobs you use as macros can be set to modify parameters of the patch according to your liking. I like this synth simply because it's a very straight forward, plug in and play synth. Nice for when I just want to pull up a patch and start playing.
I just got the astro lab, I punched in a couple of instruments to favorites but I cannot find where they went, would you know.
Sure! Underneath the dial, there are a few buttons. Hit the back button until you reach the screen where you can see that heart option. You should be able to find your favorited selections there.
I wonder if the MPC was designed as a Performance device and not as a Production device. There's always a step that I miss when using the MPC, but have no issue when using Ableton and a Launchpad.
keep going !
Interesting that it has SPDIF I/O .. One of my audio interfaces has that -- It's just a way of sending digital audio over an RCA cable -- so you can get audio into it to process with its FX without going through extra analog/digital conversion steps, or having to rely on computer connectivity for the same.. I'm thinking about getting this Ti Polar as my first Virus synth..So very tempting; Iridium Core is the same price though, so I'm on the fence. Definitely going for TI1 over 2 , as all that extra power would be wasted on me and most people. It's already 80 voices of Polyphony , 16 voice multi-timbral, which would be hard to have that many simultaneous patches at once in your song, using 80 voices at once ... (Bass, a couple Leads, pads, sound FX , flourishes -- probably wouldn't even use 50 voices for me)
I read some coments that effects don't come trough the headphones, is this true? Because I would use for in ear monitor on live gig and I need to hear the effects applied to vocals. Another thing is I want to use an external Behringer FX2000 effects on AUX and I will return on a stereo Channel. It is possible to also the internal effects be sumed with this external effects? Or when I connect a P10 cable on AUX it will desengage internal effects?
Hi there, thanks for commenting on the video. Unfortunately, I don't use this mixer anymore, so I'm unable to give you answers. I hope you can find them somewhere, though.
@@CaidicusProductions Thank you for replying! : )
Also, consider buying a MIDI Thru box so you don’t have chaining headaches
@caidicus you should do another version and improve the video production. Content is brilliant!
what's that little magnifying glass with the 16 pads icon for on the automation edit page in the grid view for? It seems to zoom into random spots but I trying to figure out how its really supposed to be used.
I’ve watched a lot of Review Videos on this instrument and this is one of the best ones I’ve seen. I like your honest approach and it’s very informative. If possible would you possibly do a video that shows how you can record into a DAW with it and utilise the Audio Inputs and USB-C connectivity? I don’t know whether it’s possible to just record the Audio of everything you are doing and effecting coming in via the Audio inputs via USB for instance
Hey, brotherman. Unfortunately, I don't have a DAW to test this with, as I use an MPC Live in place of a DAW. That said, I don't see why whatever's going into the inputs on the Astrolab wouldn't also come out of any and all outputs of the device, including the USB. You might need to set it in the settings, though you might not need to, either. If you plug the Astrolab into USB, and plug something else into the audio inputs, then hook the USB up to a PC, whatever comes out of the Astrolab should go into whatever DAW you're using, so long as you've set it up to receive on the track you're trying to record into. Should, being the keyword. :P
What did you get instead? I have the same problem but also: the screen tears and glitches out 😂
I mainly use the MPC Live for midi sequencing, but I also bought and have yet to use the OXI One. It's considerably more expensive, but far more feature rich with unique features.
@@CaidicusProductions yea I’ve been looking at the OXY1 salivating, but right now i don’t feel like menu diving. I like the simplicity and power of the MPC
@@brownwerise4357 You said it. Anything that isn't immediately available is only one or two taps away. Still, I feel like I need to watch some OXI One videos again and remind myself why I bought the thing. :P There WAS a reason, it does do some cool things, I just can't remember which. I'll figure it out, soon enough.
Thanks .
Thanks for the tips. I'm new to the MPC platform and trying to figure out a workflow that will work for me and help me cut the umbilical to the DAW. Recording longer audio tracks or several passes of the same section is definitely a part of that for me, but I'm starting to see that it's not going to be so easy in the MPC environment. Your video gave me a useful idea, though. I can expand the length of a sequence, jam over that, and then cut it back to the original length at the section that I like best. This definitely helps. One thing, though. You used song mode to make a longer section. Maybe this function didn't exist earlier in the MPC, but there is a function in the sequence menu (accessed via the pencil sign to the right of the sequence name on the main menu) that allows you to simply double the sequence at the press of a button. This doubles any existing audio tracks, too, but you can just record a new longer one after that. It's probably a lot quicker and easier than using the song mode.
I did not know about the double feature. How is that accessed? Also, thank you for the thoughtful and comprehensive reply, and of course, thank you VERY much for watching.
@@CaidicusProductions You're welcome! The options for doubling (or halving) the sequence length are accessed via the Home page. As you will know, this page is divided into three sections - for Sequence, Track and Program. There is a pencil on the right hand of the screen for each of these sections. If you tap the pencil for the Sequence section, it brings up a page with different options. the 2x or /2 options are here. They're very quick to use - and very helpful. I hope they save you some time in the future. All the best!
Really appreciate your perspective. I am trying to avoid long learning curves and tech for the sake of tech. I have been using an Arturia controller with my MacBook and Ableton. While this combo is super powerful, I am spending way too much time trying to get a solid baseline understanding of all that stuff. This keyboard with my Roland drum machine and Boss looper is a simpler solution for my use case (live performance).
The best Mpc Live Auto Sampler Tutorial I've seen yet! Thanks!!
Nice to see this review! That keyboard certainly scores in the looks department - I'd totally put that into my living room for people to marvel at. Such a futuristic yet classic design.
Oh hi there, Floyd! I love your presentations. Thank you for commenting on my video.
You are more Pro and unbiased than some "pro "YTubers
I really appreciate the compliment. :D
Hello hardware synth guy, do you know any standalone synth that can be battery operated? Thanks
Roland Jupiter-Xm?
Depends on your budget. There are quite a few options for that, I think even the Hydrasynth Explorer can be powered by batteries, and it's an extremely capable synth that costs $500. There are other options including some of the new Roland mini devices that can be powered via USB and a power bank. It's really up to your budget.
Regarding the software from Arturia, you should register this is your Arturia account and wait for a sale or deals. Usually you get an extra discount if you own other Arturia gear or software. For example, I have a Minifuse 2 audio interface and some time after I added it to my Arturia account I got an offer to upgrade to analog lab pro for only 29 bucks. And it costs normally 200 or 100 on a sale.
Here's hoping they offer me a discount. I've bought both the Astrolab and the Polybrute, so one can dream. :D
Why is the beginning of your video mirrored?
I used my phone's front camera for that part, me thinks. Apologies.
It sounds great, but it could of been better. Polyphony is strange, and mine locked up last night it's a toss up, it's cool but then it's goofy at the same time, keybed is fun to play., should give you v collection, wtf.
I am not offput at all by this instrument. A synth on the go.
Love to see reviews from you! Nice one man...hope you're doing well!
Hey Sanjay! Yep, I'm doing alright. I've been hitting the gym, trying to get into shape. Just bought an apartment and moved in there, it's really nice. How're you and your wife doing?
At least one neutral video not sponsored, congratulations!
I'm too small to be sponsored and, being completely honest, I've no need to accept any money to talk about the gear I love. :D
@@CaidicusProductions We see too many demos that are actually not sincere but commercial, it is why I prefer demos like yours, keep your integrity! ;-)
@@samplidium :D I wouldn't know what other way to be. Thank you again for these comments, I feel like I don't deserve such kindness, but I'm extremely appreciative.
Hey man im a beginner and my dream is to make a song now i bought the moc live 2 but its very complicated i learned how to record my guitar and vocals but they sound horrible and plus i still dont know how to make a song which is my wish
Why does no one demo this with a guitar?!
Very helpful! Thank you!
Awesome...Milana sent me 1
7:57 11/12 is just 11/12 A stereo inpujt with level and even panning. Sure, you can route your FX return there. It's perfectly suited for that, but you can also return it on 1/2 if you need to. Again, not a problem. You can route any stereo signal into 11/12. (A return channel just is an input).
@PendelSteven I read some coments that effects don't come trough the headphones, is this true? Because I would use for in ear monitor on live gig and I need to hear the effects applied to vocals. Another thing is I want to use an external Behringer FX2000 effects on AUX and I will return on a stereo Channel. It is possible to also the internal effects be sumed with this external effects? Or when I connect a P10 cable on AUX it will desengage internal effects on the 8FX mixer?
@@redondobruno I think that's because you can choose USB 3/4 or Master for the headphones. If you choose wrong, you only hear USB 3/4. Other than that, I don't work at Soundcraft and don't own this mixer.
6:57 Jack to RCA adapteres don't cost much and make RCA inputs jack inputs. I don't see the problem. In fact, at the moment I use four of them to connect two pairs of RCA to jack. Or well, one RCA to jack, the other jack to RCA signalwise, but the point is: This is not a problem! They are very useful!
I am looking for a device to use as a preamp for a Crown XLI1500 power amp that I will receive next week. Home audio preamps are ridiculously expensive, and many are not a good match for that power amp. So, all I want is a device to use for playback of music in a home audio system. I have read that the two mic preamps in this mixer are high quality, and that the 3 band EQ is also very good. I am just looking for something to allow me to tweak the sound of the power amp without spending on an overpriced home audio preamp. Is a mixer like this a good solution?
I had a Jupiter 50 for a little while, bought it used out of curiosity, and I thought it was really cool. But, it was pretty big and heavy, and didn't really fit my needs. Still give it a thumbs-up though.
I ended up selling my Jupiter 80 a couple of years ago. I gotta say, I really do regret parting with it...
@@CaidicusProductions I understand. I have a Fantom 06 now… it’s a keeper.
@@erichkohl9317 I've heard the Integra is very similar, almost virtually identical to the Jupiter 50-80 engine. Not sure how true that is, though. What's the deal with the Fantom 06? Tell me about it, if you're keen.
youvee cracked the code
Do you know of any good gear that pairs well with the EMX-1? Appreciate your in depth review of the EMX-1. Just trying to set up a reasonable simple DAWless setup after using Reason 3 years ago
I would say something that can record, as the EMX-1 can make songs and such, but not as straight forward to actually take it to the MP3 stage, so to speak. I feel like a Roland device would be a great pair. Either an MC-101 to MC-707, depending on your cashflow, or one of their SP 404 MK2. Aside from that, if you have the cash for it, my personal favorite "heart of my setup" device is my Akai MPC Live. It is my all-time favorite groovebox as it integrates so well with absolutely any other gear I pair it with. If cost is a concern, a used Live 1 (there's the Live 2, now) or an MPC One (functionally almost entirely the same) is a good alternative.
@@CaidicusProductions thanks for the advice I’m waiting for the EMX to arrive but meanwhile this gives me some 💡 the 404 Mkii looks like a fun one
@@chriskellenmurphy Nice, let me know how it goes when your gear arrives!
superb!
I know I'm 5 years late, but you have to click on the "Audio" tab, then enter "Audio Edit Mode" and mute the audio from within there. You can't mute it from the main audio window (like I was attempting to do in the past), or it won't work in "Song Mode". If you follow the steps I mentioned above, it'll work like any other track mute in "Song Mode."
Is there a way where I can only load effects on a certain amount of samples instead of the whole program?
Yep, at the top of the effects area, right after you click on the eye, there are a few icons, one being a set of squares (the whole program), one being a single square (a single pad), another being a crown, (master effect of the whole song), and another I can't remember off the top of my head. You'll want to select the icon that's a single square, then choose the pad that the sample is on.
@@CaidicusProductionsThank you sir!
Tnk you. I was searching for 2 days😅
Drum program? The program can have any sound/synth/vst!
lol, indeed, it's just called "Drum Program" in the menu.
@@CaidicusProductions 🥰🕺
I have the dark star and this synth I also really like it’s got a nice style mk1 polar is a beast
Great review, thank you 🙏
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