As Good as an MPC? - Hip Hop Beats on the Elektron Octatrack

[@NetraamNav]

Pitching the bass up to find the right notes works wonders. I've been having trouble with basslines for years and never thought of this. Amazing.

[@jonmakesbeats]

Thanks. Just something I picked up over the years

[@tommyk88888]

Thank God! An actual skilled beatmaker making high quality beatmaking videos. A breath of fresh air while the world is falling apart around us. 👏✨

[@uncoiledfish2561]

The world is falling apart?

[@guillll]

You didn't notice ? Global warming ?

[@snubdawg1386]

@@uncoiledfish2561 did you just wake up from a 20 year long coma 14 hours ago?

[@prod.natejalo1122]

@@snubdawg1386 its not that bad get off the internet lmao

[@cky90781]

And you can rest assured this mans energy/personal is the same on & off camera 💯 this is as genuine as it gets.

[@hugefood]

Ha I can't believe I watched a 30 min video about a piece of gear I don't own or know how to use. I was fully invested in the outcome of this beat! Great stuff.

[@MrLionelrichtea]

A classic Barry beat if I’ve ever heard one. Love it when you unlock the next level 25:49

[@jonmakesbeats]

Classic Barry

[@levilainsanchez]

@@jonmakesbeats Dude please, tell me that you’ve recorded your voice over this heavy beat ! Otherwise, is there any chance to get a final mixed/mastered version of the beat on your Patreon website ?

[@jonmakesbeats]

@@levilainsanchez it's available on the Patreon!

[@Atograph]

You dropped so many Octatrack gems in here without even trying! I'm definitely going to add some of these tricks to my OT workflow. Thanks a lot!

[@jonmakesbeats]

OT is the most misunderstood sampler of all time, in my opinion. Glad to shine some light on what i can be.

[@ShizTheWhiz]

The OG 2017/18 twitch streams pushed me over the edge n commit to a preowned mk1, four years later you drop a tut on my bday, blessed shit! appreciate the lil tricks i've completely overlooked over the years, really appreciate it man

[@mgband]

So, I originally watched this video before getting an Octatrack and had zero idea what the hell was happening. I am now watching it again after having an Octatrack for some months and it is like I had learnt a new language. Things made sense. Interesting feeling.

[@bogward4330]

Wow, it's genuinely wild how you're able manipulate all those samples and mix em all together into a crazy cool ass beat all the while teaching us some of the magic, no less in 34 minutes. Bravo to both of you, this is some real inspiring stuff.

[@tmherbamate]

Been a fan of your music for years but only recently discovered this channel. This is by far the most informative and entertaining octatrack video I’ve seen and I’ve done a lot of research on that thing. And a really nice beat no less!

[@Oddfather]

You think you had us fooled “Barry”…….we all know it was Gary behind the mic the entire time

[@jonmakesbeats]

"Barry is actually Gary" conspiracy theory is not something I saw coming

[@truehypercrab]

Today I listened to Rap Album One and wondered what is Jonwayne up to these days? Wasn't disappointed! Don't know shit about music but I love this

[@ScottFarlee]

HE TOOK IT THERE WHEN HE ADDED THE BASS OMG

[@johndecelles]

That LFO effect you put on that Glock had me going for a second, but I saw you through. Can’t wait to use these these new tricks on my beats. Thanks Barry

[@binsquirrel]

Daamn that's a fine jam, and inspiring to see you make it!

[@jonmakesbeats]

That's the idea so I appreciate it being inspiring to you

[@damnthatsweak]

Hello? Yes, this is Akai. Can you stop? You're killing us!

[@schnoodlevideo]

So happy with how this turned out :) thank you again!

[@jonmakesbeats]

Thanks again for the help

[@avace917]

As a user of MPCs for 3 decades, I have to say that I find Elektron machines very intimidating. I have an Akai MPC One Plus currently.

[@lwpweb]

I love your very clear explanation of doing slices. In each step of your video it is clear what you are doing. And not to forget NI machine makes slicing even easier than the mpc. Anc clear OTC ia more than a sampler.

[@andrij.demianczuk]

To create linked slices, you can always create a slice grid and move the slice points around. Ricky Tinez taught me this and it really sped up my workflow on the Octatrack.

[@jonmakesbeats]

Yeah that is definitely a valid way to slice but I find myself moving the slices once they're created so much that it's just easier to do it like how I've been doing it

[@Osckii]

This is one i was looking for. As a long time hip hop digitakt producer I was grateful for the new update but not being able to zoom in on samples or move the end and starts is trash. With this video i believe Its time to make the leap to the flagship and this is so happens to be my workflow also < Its crazy. Thanks Jon

[@markstewart2880]

Absolutely marvelous! You take your time to explain everything, and in a simple and effective way. The best I’ve yet to see on the internet/ YT. Bravo to you brotha!

[@Kai-zy8wd]

Ah thanks man.. Been fiending for more since your last JonMakesBeats Twitch streams. Glad to see ya back!

[@CarlosChoryBecerra]

I really felt that “YEAHHHHH” at 32:58 cause I definitely was bopping hard to this shit.

[@jonmakesbeats]

It's that moment when you reach the summit. Always satisfying

[@reversespring]

This was one of the most enjoyable and zen-like „tutorials“ I‘ve ever watched on YT! Learned so much! Please keep going 🙏🏼

[@jazzguitarinetsdfferjd966]

you might really enjoy cuckoo's tutorials on the digitakt and digitone :) they're really chill and great instructionals as well

[@christopherknowles]

This is a high quality video with the perfect amount of sauce.

[@prodbymai]

Thank you for these vids boss 🫴🏻

[@SleepyTelly]

I could watch you do this for the rest of my life, Barry.

[@hackeddead]

I’ve been wanting to see your workflow so I can see if there is anything I can improve on while using the Octatrack. The great news is from watching you on stream and your workflow on other gear I’ve pretty much been able to get as close as I can but this video showed me the keys I need to unlock a new level of beat making. 🙏🏻 keep up the good work mate you’re absolutely crushing!

[@jonmakesbeats]

Glad it helped

[@keedavid88]

Just came across this vid while drinking my coffee, now it's time to fire up the octatrack

[@pietart3596]

I'm so happy I found your channel Barry

[@MrArnoudberkepas]

Okay, already learnt a lot of stuff I can apply in my workflow. Been a fan for a number of years and now even more.

[@13337ification]

copped an octatrack after watching ur streams and love it so much, so many great tips here.

[@jonmakesbeats]

I'm glad I was able to show you some of the capabilities

[@michaellancaster3540]

One of the best demonstrations of the octatrack I’ve ever seen. Thank you.

[@bahutu802]

8:46 Wow, might look like a minor detail, but that zero crossing square is _dope_ ! There is nothing more annoying than having to zoom in 100x just to hit those zero crossings manually... (as it is the case on virtually any other device...)

[@jonmakesbeats]

It's a feature that I sorely miss in every machine that doesn't include it. Such a time saver.

[@ruffiankick]

yoooo now i wish everything had that feature.. sheesh 😂

[@atetraxx]

Mpcs have zero snap.

[@noname-ng6sj]

@theinvisibleman what have you missed? They've had this feature since 2005 and it's flawless. I use it every day.

[@a.nobodys.nobody]

​@@noname-ng6sj yeah I never had an issue with it. Works great

[@Yokai.Wakukhan]

BARRY XD Thank you, these words are everything!

[@keepbullfighting]

that's some good stuff there mr. Barry

[@Jason-xy6jy]

Thanks for making this Jon, just got my octa a month or so ago and it’s a scary beast

[@jonmakesbeats]

Keep going it's worth it to let it click

[@Gear-Tube]

Hey Jon! A suggestion. You recently talked about making a “the joy of painting” type serie, I think it would be really helpful if, in it, you go as in depth in your process as in this video. I remember being young and dreaming of in depth beatmaking session videos like these. Plus I got an Octa and love learning your ways of working it. I’m excited to see where you go with this 👍

[@katerrumpel5118]

Always a pleasure, Jon.

[@joe1478]

best octatrack content.

[@thomasdannegger]

This is incredible! Thank you for laying this all out. I don't think I ever really took the time to explore how slices worked with sampling, and so it just never clicked with the workflow. This makes me want to get an Octratrack because I like this methodical process of getting things set first.

[@PiotrstrashcanŚmietnikPiotra]

that was awesome and I must say that the workflow on the octatrack wasn't as scary as I thought it would be!!

[@Procksy]

Incredible work as always Barry! I look forward to for sure hearing more from you in the next episode.

[@SKRDyaheard]

BREH am I just now finding out Jon Wayne has a youtube channel where he teaches beatmaking on the OT? Thought I was recognizing the voice. Shoutout you man you're a massive inspiration

[@seji_sage3350]

This is so perfect. I hope one day to see you preform live. Im Florida but have waited to see you so maybe one day

[@jaytrawm5744]

Wow, this whole time I never knew you had this channel. Love this stuff, man. Keep creating

[@Helloiammyles]

Aw yeah!

[@Binge-Minge]

You're an awesome dude. Extremely interesting channel, I've never really been into sampling with hardware but this is changing my mind! I love the creativity you share, it's a real skill.

[@iblamesummers]

god bless you, jonwayne. 🙏

[@wetwillyy92]

absolute fire could watch this all day, thank you for these!!!

[@AFXWIN]

Thanks for doing this!

[@donnyh2]

So sick Barry are you going to release these series of beats when you've finished making them all? Please do.

[@Pheekofc]

really useful tutorial that actually gave me tons of ideas for things to try in Ableton. Thank you!

[@TheBeardReview]

Wasn't sure about Barry at first, but he's pretty nice with it! Loving these beats dude, can't wait for more 🔥

[@rickypicture9026]

I love seeing the wide range of music people make with the octatrack. I use mine for house and techno but this is making me want to give beats a try. Thanks for the great video Jon!

[@ritofuturito]

I feel so lucky I found your channel, Barry 🔊📻🎶

[@magnuseriksson8081]

Love the sound you get, Dooooope!!!

[@OZD_Collective]

I love this guy. Dude, its magic. And too satisfying.

[@kennethscott3807]

Artistry at its finest!! Great video and wonderful beat!

[@agu__gonzalez]

Yeeeeeeee Barry

[@nkrusty3907]

Another great beat, another great video, keep them coming!

[@Dirksonic]

Again. Super cool and usefull. Need to check them all. Thank you.

[@Sinnersainthuman]

killin it octa fam!

[@simonbarth3181]

This is the best thing ever

[@wl_1999]

DOPE!

[@peaterrepeater4441]

Awesome, Barry! Keep going on and you might be able to make a career out of it!

[@CRAETION_]

LOVE these videos (Barry)

[@grimriffs7889]

Thank you so much for these man helping me stay inspired and keeping me going!

[@w-h-y-]

Cool to see how you work with the OT. So many different approaches to it

[@jonmakesbeats]

Facts it's a modular machine. Half the trouble learning it is deciding what kind of machine you want it to be and creating a template. Everyone uses it differently

[@sickrickTV]

thank you for all the insights, that's very kind!

[@coldpizza5040]

woo!

[@KAMOYA17]

Shout out from South Africa Barry. You should consider rapping over tour beats. Who knows, it might go somewhere 😉

[@Anythingelse83]

Excellent work sir loving these

[@aSimpleChat]

This is hot! Thank you for explaining much of this process. Such a versatile machine and I’m just learning what it can do. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@Schoellack1]

man im a huge fan

[@GNOM3BeatsOfficial]

I had to sub brotha . Great work!

[@beatrushmusic]

Would love to see what you can pull off on a Digitakt! Particularly with the lfo time stretch work around.

[@ruffiankick]

Elektron's sequencers are calling me. 😂these looks fun to use for hip-hop. even the little Model:Samples they came out with a few years ago. Its the parameter Locking for me. i love that as an option

[@jonmakesbeats]

You might also enjoy Trackers if you like the step parameter locking concept.

[@ruffiankick]

@@jonmakesbeats yeaa, see had no clue the Tracker could do that too. Good to know 👀

[@kadar_BAM]

sick beat Barry keep it up

[@zodiac909]

Man always impressing.

[@NickT6630]

This is excellent!

[@anvitsharma4885]

beautiful!!

[@pierceclegg825]

Did you do a voice over? The explanation is flawless.

[@jonmakesbeats]

Barry stood over my shoulder while I was working with an SM7 and narrated like a basketball announcer

[@wmphatic]

Bro I am a huge fan, still bumping rap album 1 & 2, I was just curious about people using octotrack for hip hop, when I started it, I was thinking why is this voice so familiar, low and behold it’s jonwayne himself, love the content, also tradition every year for me to bump Yuletide bangerz in December.🤙❤️

[@dreamsaremaps]

Excellent video and track! Subbed and looking forward to whatever you do next!

[@liammcooper]

you da man barry

[@toneotone4813]

The beat came to “life... that’s why I dig ELEKTRON...

[@Tokuushi]

I learned something today, thank you!

[@bumnul]

yooo I've been waiting for u to make one of these! fuck yea

[@mayorbruno]

Holy shit thank you so much for sharing the knowledge

[@ramzizzle]

That vocal turn around sounds like some old battles tyondai stuff

[@the808kurokami6]

Sick with it!!!

[@peacefulpigeon7254]

Thanks so much loads of really useful tips! And really great track cheers

[@endeiks]

Cool!

[@user82938]

Don't overlook the distortion on the 2nd page of the filter effect. I prefer it to the distortion effect often.

[@jonmakesbeats]

Just got up on that a few weeks ago!

[@curtainsinmotion]

Great stuff! Thanks!

[@jonmakesbeats]

Thanks for watching

[@lowercaserache]

Your intro fucking killed me holy shit, king of beats in more ways than one over here 😂💖

[@fanusamurai]

Thanks for making me miss my Octatrack! x)

[@chambre466]

thanks very much man. So cool

[@charliebone552]

so nice dude