A different drum - Fuse distinctive analog percussion with digital samples. Bring in the power of sequencing and performance controls. The Analog Rytm MKII is a one-stop solution beat machine.
True analog punch
Feel the depth of booming kick drums, the snarling bite of snares, the bellow of cavernous toms, and the airy shimmer of hi-hats. What really sets the Analog Rytm MKII apart is its supreme analog sound. Pick from multiple uniquely tuned synthesis models for varied percussive sounds and more. Fine-tune to your liking and get working.
More than a drum machine
For ultimate creative versatility, you can layer digital samples on top of analog synthesis. Capture your own sounds, or use pre-recorded material, to make these fused beats as smooth, as rough, as realistic, or as fantastic as you’d like. Then process that ear-watering combination through analog filters and overdrive on each track for jaw-dropping results. To finish off, send all 12 tracks through the Analog Distortion and Compressor circuits while adding shimmer and glitter with the digital send FXs. The Dual VCO synth engine adds a whole other bass or melodic level to your compositions.
Performance first
When you have your refined sounds ready to go, release them with precision using the twelve velocity-sensitive pads. Or perform detailed programming using the all-powerful Elektron sequencer. Spontaneous performance or meticulous composition: it’s up to you.
Inspiration dynamite
The Analog Rytm MKII and Analog Four MKII arrive loaded with phenomenal factory content to kick off your music-making. The likes of Eraldo Bernocchi, Lucifer’s Aid, Spit Mask, and (d) glitch, as well as the intrepid Elektron team, have gathered together a fresh bank of patterns and kits to dive straight into – giving you access to a hearty and varied bunch of musical ideas right out of the box.
Analog Rytm MKII and Overbridge
With Overbridge and Analog Rytm MKII, you essentially get a real analog drum machine inside your computer. The unmatched sound of real analog drums being controlled from a plugin interface offers ultimate convenience and flexibility.
- Fully integrate Analog Rytm MKII with DAW environments
- Control your Analog Rytm MKII with audio and sync using a dedicated VST/AU plugin (stand-alone operation available)
- Recall all Analog Rytm settings and non-sample based projects when loading a DAW project
- Stream all eight internal analog voices, external inputs, and main bus to separate DAW tracks (24 bit/48 kHz)
- Route DAW audio to the Rytm’s analog compressor, and tracks for analog filtering
Analog Rytm MKII specifications
Drum voice features (×8)
- Fully analog signal path
- 1 × specialized analog percussion sound generator
- 1 × sample playback engine
- 1 × analog overdrive circuit
- 1 × 2-pole analog multi-mode filter
- 1 × panning VCA pair
- 1 × filter envelope
- 1 × amp envelope
- 2 × individual effect sends
- 1 × assignable LFO
- 1 × dedicated LFO fade envelope
Storage
- 128 Projects (+Drive)
- 128 Kits per Project
- 128 Patterns per Project
- 16 Songs per Project
- 4096 Sounds (+Drive Sound Library)
- 128 Sounds per Project
- 127 samples per Project
- 1 GB +Drive sample storage
Sequencer
- 12 drum tracks
- 1 FX track
- Sequencer MIDI Out
- Up to 64 steps per pattern
- Individual length per track
- Individual scale per track
- Parameter locks
- Instant Pattern, Kit and Sound reload
- Live friendly Performance mode
- Trig mute, swing, slide, accent functions
- Track transpose
- Trig conditions
- Micro timing
- Chromatic mode
- Scene mode
- Sample-per-step change
- Sound-per-step change
- Assignable Retrig
- Full real-time control
Send effects
- Delay
- Reverb
Master effects
- Analog stereo distortion
- Analog stereo compressor
Hardware
- 12 large, velocity, pressure sensitive, and backlit pads
- 128 × 64 pixel OLED screen
- MIDI In/Out/Thru with DIN Sync out
- 2 x 1/4” impedance balanced audio out jacks
- 1 x 1/4” stereo headphone jack
- 8 x 1/4” impedance balanced individual track output jacks
- 2 × 1/4” balanced audio in jacks
- 2 × 1/4” ext in jacks
- 2 × 1/4” CV/Expression inputs
- 48 kHz, 24-bit D/A, and A/D converters
- Flash-EEPROM upgradable OS
- Electrically isolated USB 2.0 High Speed port
Balanced audio outputs
- Headphones out level: +15 dBu (55 Ω)
- Main outputs level: +15 dBu
- Individual outputs level: +15 dBu
- Output impedance: 440 Ω unbalanced
Unbalanced external inputs
- Input level: +15 dBu maximum
- Audio input impedance: 9 kΩ
Balanced audio inputs
- Input level: +15 dBu maximum
- Audio input impedance: 19 kΩ
- Digital S/N ratio: 110 dB (20–20,000 Hz)
CV/Expression inputs
- Input voltage on tip: -5 V–+5 V. Supplies +5 V on ring
- Accepts CV, Expression pedals
Electrical specifications
- Unit power consumption: 14 W typical, 20 W maximum.
- Recommended power supply: 12 V DC, 2A
Physical specifications
- Aluminum enclosure
- Dimensions: W385 × D225 × H82 mm (15.2 × 8.85 × 3.3″) including knobs, jacks and feet
- Weight: approximately 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs)
Miscellaneous
- 3 year Elektron warranty
Included in the box
- Power Supply PSU-3b
- Elektron USB cable
- Quick Guide
Accessories
- Elektron Audio/CV Split Cable Kit
- Elektron DC-1 Dust Cover
- Elektron ECC-7 Carry Bag
- Elektron PL-3 Protective Lid
- Elektron RMK-3 Rack Mount Kit
- Elektron PSU-3b Replacement Power Supply
- Elektron CA-1 Instrument Cable
- Elektron USB-1 USB-A Cable
- Elektron EGB-2 Gig Bag
- Elektron OH-7 USB Hub for Overbridge