Getting Started w/ Elektron Analog Heat +FX

[@no1semach1ne]

Thanks for the vid used to have the mk2, needless to say when I first turned it on I had no clue what was going on with all the fx engaged 😂

[@Duskmos]

Lol that'll happen! Once you get used to it, the interface on the +FX makes it easier to see what's what for sure.

[@funktuate]

Love mine sooo much. Just got it last week! Thanks for uploading this, I love to see what others are doing with it!!

[@Duskmos]

Congrats! It’s a beast. I’m using it on everything haha 😆

[@funktuate]

@@Duskmos as you should haha

[@mauriciomandara5946]

Great demo and Great box! Thanks for sharing 👍🏻

[@Duskmos]

Appreciate the kind words! Love this thing! 🙌

[@maikvanrossum]

Thanks for this gentle walkthrough, very nice 👌🏻👍🏻 As you also have (tested) the Chroma Console, I was wondering how do you think the compare when it comes to colorize and sculpt different type of sounds? As far as I can tell both have ‘modules’ that can be flexibly routed. The CC has the Character module, where the AH has the analog section. Furthermore the CC has the Movement, Diffusion and Texture modules. But the AH also has time-based, shifting, compression and colorization type effects. Not to say one is better than the other, but where do both excel…?

[@Duskmos]

Mannn it’s tough. For the price, Chroma Console is amazing. I think it sounds good and has that effect block / module thing going (as you mention) which is a really nice approach, and the size is nice and control scheme easy. I do think the Analog Heat is a different beast, although I totally understand how you’d compare the two. I love the Heat for the main saturation/drive character first and foremost, and the “extra” effects are nice for sure, more modulate-able, you get the bonus of a recording interface as well as “plug-in” mode. Effects-wise I’m partial to the tape noise and hiss you can get from it and the bitcrush is pretty nice. I think the Heat maybe sounds a little more high quality, but it should for 2.5x the cost. If I were using one on a pedalboard I’d absolutely go for the CC, desktop with Elektron boxes - the AH. I plan to keep the AH as the main saturation on my mix, and the CC will be used on individual devices, as needed. Maybe a great option for the cue send effect on my Octatrack. That’s my 2 cents, a bit rambling but I think it boils down to seeing the CC as more of a “superpedal” and the AH more of a “studio box” effect. Hope this helps in SOME way haha 😆

[@maikvanrossum]

@@Duskmos thanks for sharing your thoughts, much appreciated! 🙏🏻 Yes, the AH +FX is more expensive than the CC. The actual difference will be 300-350 euro’s, because Hologram doesn’t have a local resellers or distribution partner in Europe (tax, shipment, etc. will top the regular price of the CC about 150 dollars). Then again, that’s still a lot of money that should result in some sort of added value. I can see the CC is much more direct and hands-on, which I find important in case of a performance and also during the in-studio creative process. I really do like the Elektron workflow, which offers a nice balance in menu diving (studio) and direct control (performing, playing). The well-known Heat section of the AH is a no-brainer to me and I find it much better and gives you more precise control (also by what’s available in the menus) then the Character module of the CC. On the other hand, the other effect blocks do sound a bit to clean and digital to my ears, so less ‘character’ and warmth then the ones in CC’s other modules. But maybe they just need some (studio) work to create your own custom patches. Could be a nice topic for a comparison video… 🫣😉

[@Duskmos]

Totally agree - I never do comparison videos but this would be a nice one 🙌

[@maikvanrossum]

@@Duskmos well, maybe don’t call it comparison… ‘creative mimicking’ would probably be better, and it could even be the start of a unique series, too 😅

[@KeithDuncanSound]

Cool

[@Duskmos]

Heat!

[@sawssman965]

Nice video. Love the fx and everything it brings to the table. I'd love for it to be able to run multiple instances of itself. How do you like that little TE mixer? Seems like it would be kind of a pain to work with.

[@Duskmos]

Totally agree, and thanks for the compliment! So I actually love the mixer, it’s one of my most favorite objects ever haha. I think it all depends on your use-case as far as it being difficult to work with or not. If you want to get in and twist knobs constantly, then maybe so. For me it’s great being able to bring in that many channels, on battery power, with such a small footprint, and add some effects - or use it as a multichannel interface in a pinch. It’s great for these videos or small tabletop setups. My main mixer is a Model 1.4 and that’s what I use for more serious hands-on mixing, but for what I do, I’d be able to use the TX-6 for most duties and be super happy with that choice. The knobs are good at only changing the value of the knob you’re turning, not others you might graze against, and if you can turn those little twist knobs on some pedals (those shaft style ones, like in volcas too) you’ll be fine with the size unless you have fat fingers haha. I have big hands but slim/average fingers and sure it’s small but I don’t mind working around that for the amazing portability win.🙌

[@nrnrnrnrnrnnrnrnrnr]

Thx for the vid! I got mine few weeks ago with a great deal from the sound of you (they are in poland). My general issue is that the fxs are on the end of the chain while one would probably want to have them for chanel or for individual synths, like you can do with the godfather. Apart that its a great tripping machine:)

[@Duskmos]

That's great that you scored a good deal, I'm always on the hunt myself haha. YES that would be next-level if the Analog Heat had multiple inputs, with effects per channel and then heat on the main bus - that would be pretty epic. Lol do we just need 1 Heat+FX per synth/groovebox/drum machine?? Maybe? Might try and win the lottery, brb. =)

[@nrnrnrnrnrnnrnrnrnr]

Ahah yes that's always a good option! Would love to see ur review of the godfather (or comparison with AH+fx, once u get ur hands on it :)

[@jaytatt]

This is a helpful overview, thanks. Any plans to get stuck into the Mod section?

[@Duskmos]

Thanks for the kind words, and I might just! It is a complex piece of the Analog Heat puzzle that hasn't been covered much. It will likely be a while since I like to spread out coverage of devices over time, but I'll definitely add it to my list!

[@Gummo22]

Uh interesting. When did this Rev of the analog heat come out?

[@Duskmos]

Last summer! I think just over a year now (crazy)

[@mindexpansionpuzzles]

Keeps selling out but gets restocked and sells out again.

[@ukiemexican]

Have you used the AH with overbridge yet? If so what daw do you use? I’ve been trying to use with Logic and can’t get it to print effected audio.

[@Duskmos]

Hey! No I don’t really do anything in a DAW besides record as I complete a project. I also use Logic, so if I end up trying it out anytime soon I’ll def let you know my findings!

[@ondraJams]

Cool video 👍 but I’m totally hypnotized by the melody riff, love it ❤ I would like to ask you for permission to use it during my fun “101 Essentials to electronic music” course in my company during offsite event. All author credits will go to you, I swear

[@Duskmos]

Absolutely! Appreciate you asking. =)

[@ondraJams]

@@Duskmos thank you 🙏

[@magicseadog8674]

Wish it was cheaper. It's a bit of a weird mix of different stuff. Very elektron really.

[@Duskmos]

You’re right about that, very Elektron and it’s definitely an interesting mix of things. Obviously as someone who has a lot of effects I don’t really need a multi effect to do all the things at once, but I’d say if I were going to only own one - this would be the one for me. It’s definitely a premium option for sure, which to be honest would be hard to beat if you purchased each type of standalone effect separately, and not forgetting that it’s also an audio interface too (I always forget that). No lie though if you’re more interested in the drive/eq/filter piece, I’d keep an eye out for a second gen one at a good price - I was watching one on eBay recently that ended up selling for $450ish - under half the price of the +FX and it’s still a fantastic box! Give these time though and these will come down, and just stay diligent - get them on your feed on reverb, set up alerts on eBay 👌

[@stiglau3681]

can confirm, I have the gen1. All have the same coloring. Just add effects to taste, and save $$

[@MUNRO13]

Sounds terrible in my opinion.

[@Duskmos]

You’re allowed haha. What multi-effect do you like better?