How to improvise live with Octatrack // Building a live set from scratch using Perfourmer MK II

[@hamzage]

Came for the Octatrack and now I need this perfourmer MK2...

[@OoraMusic]

ahhaha sorry

[@robert.melter]

One of the best tutorials of live performing with the Octatrack. Big ups!

[@OoraMusic]

Wow, thanks!

[@primity]

Take risks stimulates creativity. Love that philosophy.

[@OoraMusic]

Absolutely!

[@Boris_Chang]

Dude, you are as gracious as you are knowledgeable. Thank you for generously sharing with us.

[@OoraMusic]

My pleasure!

[@s-now]

These "real life" video are very very helpful, thanks for sharing your workflow.

[@OoraMusic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@martti7363]

Nice, as a new octatrack owner I like watching the different applications people have for them!

[@dscapes1]

That Perfourmer is so useful. You can change up the whole track to sound entirely different with a few turns of knobs. Saves so much plodded menu diving on the Okto. Love this setup man!

[@nicolascarta2626]

Wow i cannot believe how powerful is the perfourmer, it sounds amazing, and has so many features that i didn't know ! Also I love the way you manage your live set, the chord part is just epic ! Thanks again

[@use1essjams]

"right now we want a kick, but we will add it later because we want to suffer more" ROFL

[@Steve_643]

It’s cool to see people use that Model 1 mixer for a performance tool and more for than just DJ’ing. It is more of a high quality mixing desk with parametric eq’s and low pass and high pass filters than a DJ mixer!!!!

[@philipborlin]

And extremely overpriced.

[@daveywaltz1830]

As a DJ and producer I would rather use it in this matter or in the studio. Beautiful device, but voor DJ’ing def Xone

[@Lordxfx]

This truly reminds me of the daw-less days. Less is more. Awesome take on how you think and work, inspirational..

[@OoraMusic]

Thanks for listening

[@Lordxfx]

@@OoraMusic The pleasure is all mine.

[@NathanHuiYi]

This has given me a lot of ideas, thanks for breaking it down in detail!

[@atomboyd]

This was INCREDIBLY useful for unlocking some blockage I've had around my workflow. Thanks so much for the video, really appreciate it.

[@richardforge6914]

I love how you said that the Nord Drum is your new addiction :) Great video!

[@carmeloponente5030]

Probably the best video I've see with the OT. Thank you for this, it was very relaxing ! Keep the good work ! A presto

[@carmeloponente5030]

@@OoraMusic Time doesn't matter sometimes :)

[@dreamlogic1563]

Thank you very much for this walkthrough! I tend to go bigger and bigger with my set up but once in a while something comes along that reminds me to focus on a smaller setup because if you focused and know how to use a few selected pieces of gear it is more than enough to create something beautiful!

[@OoraMusic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ThanasisPapathanasiou1963]

It is amazing how underrated the Perfourmer is. I'm in love with mine. Nice work Federico, thanks.

[@bio303]

One of my desert island synths - only second to the OB6!

[@hurphendale]

Great video! I always pick up something new every time I watch someone walk through their live flow with the Octatrack.

[@MichaelToop]

Very cool! Helped me a lot with my live flow setup. I had 1 MIDI into my modular and after watching this I realised I need more then I can run multiple voices on my modular controlled by the OT.

[@drkakophanos3013]

I have been enjoying how you share your workload and how to get the best of limited amount of instruments. Thanks

[@kiickinballistics]

Giant RESPECT for sharing your knowledge and insights. You are all set for the Lockdowns. Stay well!

[@OoraMusic]

Thanks! Just finished a full 4 part Octatrack performing masterclass on Patreon, now I shared all i know :D

[@Getthenderson]

Love the sound of the Perfourmer, doesn't seem like there are talking reviews of it, you should do one! Nice set up

[@squoblat]

I don't have an Octatrack, but this gave me a lot of ideas for getting more out of the Perfourmer. Thanks!

[@subradial]

Around 23:40 it turns into pure magic, love it!

[@OoraMusic]

Thanks!!

[@ryckdeckard262]

Love your "approche" of the performance you're a real inspiration for me. TY ! hug from french bask country o/

[@OoraMusic]

Glad to hear that!

[@madebypete]

Great video mate. The quantisation function is a great safety net that leaves your mind and hands free to explore

[@scalebrain643]

Something tells me perFOURmers are gonna start selling really well after people see this demo - great use of the Mono and Poly modes to showcase what having knob per function synths is all about.

[@rafavresto7047]

I’m been window shopping that Vermona for a year now, I might pool the trigger soon. It’s just beautiful with a little reverb

[@gebhardmeilinger8578]

No risk , no unique performance ! Real live playing is dangerous but really sexy ! Great show! (Producing "masterpieces" kills the flow/soul. Just make music) This is exactly my approach, and my new channel.

[@gebhardmeilinger8578]

@@OoraMusic yess! If you know what you do, you can do everything.

[@ThizOne]

Great explanation of how you have set up your live set. Great stuff 🤖👍

[@OoraMusic]

Thanks!

[@joostvanbunnik7646]

Great explanation of this awesome synth. My Perfourmer is being delivered on monday. Thank you so much for showing off your setup.

[@sebastianshuster5229]

Thumbs up on this. Great insight into how you approach music making. I especially appreciate the philosophical viewpoint that applies to the machines. To whoever put the 1 thumbs down, you made a mistake. Go fix it!

[@scenario1236]

I dont know how I missed this one. Brilliant insight into your set up. I've been avoiding Elektron but I think the Octatrack will be inevitable

[@OoraMusic]

i tried to avoid it too :)

[@boostandflow4603]

This is just outstanding. I'm just starting out and planning on picking up an octatrack and performer

[@OoraMusic]

you will be happy with that!

[@naykipap4508]

Amazing video Thanks a lot for showing your workflow! I had no idea it was possible to quantize notes on Octatrack! Gonna check this out straight away!

[@MusikKonkret]

Exactly the same surprise! "( ". . . it was possible to quantize notes on Octatrack!!") Cool workflow cool stuff ... i will check it out. Thanks.

[@Panam511]

Ho man…after having watched a first video with the SH-01 now there is this one. This the first time a sound design video session is so well explained and interest me so much. This is very…very interesting. I will continu to watch.

[@OoraMusic]

Glad you liked it!

[@_moosdohmen_]

I am not a big fan of the word amazing but this video comes pretty close. 😍 Truly inspiring stuff!!

[@OoraMusic]

thansk!!!

[@aaanicholls]

This is a beautiful representation of true improvisation. So inspirational. Thank you for sharing

[@OoraMusic]

Thanks a lot!

[@ketamu5946]

Ni e video. Vermona is so awesome. One of the most underrated companies. Huge sound and build like a tank. Best costumer support hands down. I've got the drm1mk3 and it's my go to drum (with an exception for the jomox mbase11 for the kicks).

[@cl1xor]

This is exactly how i use the octratrack but also for studio work. I use it to create ideas and sketching pad away from the computer and then later record/edit and arrange in the DAW. Much more inspirational and musical than only working with a DAW imo.

[@AlPlatino]

Great video thanks. I liked the polyrhythmic trick and also the P2 mode so just sequencing via MIDI the same chord sounds different in each cycle. Cheers from Madrid.

[@OoraMusic]

Gracias!!

[@harrycherns1037]

idk about edm, m8, but it really transfer more of a true origin detroit techno vibes to me. Dark tones, but moving, having the groove by their volume. Sense of texture and resilience. Quality stuff.

[@lucidekoningh]

Beautiful stuff, man! Thanks for this video. I bought myself an Octatrack recently, the Perfourmer is on the wishlist. This was very inspiring to watch!

[@OoraMusic]

Thanks

[@ansgarmcleod8933]

I got my vermona drm1mk3 used and after 5 years it had to be repaired... it was fast, cheap and vermonas tech support is the best in the business! You could fend of a zombie invasion with their stuff and play a gig afterwards

[@OoraMusic]

ahah i till never been able to get an hold of them. Never got a reply to my mails!

[@kenb7540]

Brilliant ! What a great walk through. Love it. 👏👍🙏

[@OoraMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@dadjeanious1025]

Different username than your IG handle but I knew it was you when I saw the Model 1 in the preview. Great content and music as usual, thank you!

[@maarzt]

great how that evolves. excited to recieve mine.

[@OoraMusic]

you ll love it

[@gertiedoolocks7861]

Great Video! Thanks! Would it be possible to do an in-depth video about the Perfourmer MK II - a type of tips / tricks / hidden features /interesting textures.....very little informational videos of this type out there that I am aware of

[@CREWorxMedia]

I second that, would love to see a brake down! Roman

[@CREWorxMedia]

@@OoraMusic!! @@OoraMusic

[@fattyboombatty7736]

You have a good day too - nice demo of your workflow....

[@orpheuscreativeco9236]

It's great to get insight on live performance! 🙌 I've yet to play any of my stuff live, so any videos like this help to demystify it a little bit more. Thank you! ✌️

[@Steve_643]

The Octatrack is the most versatile sampler you can get!!!!! It’s a live performance tool and a studio workhorse that can be the center piece of your studio that you can use as a master sequencer or it can be secondary piece as a drum machine/ sampler!!!! It can be complex or you can keep it simple!!!!!

[@lardosian]

But does it only have 8 channels, its a machine I dont really understand!!

[@bagheeramusic2452]

​@@lardosian yes it almost have 8 channels but you can do so much with them. Now I'm using the Octatrack(OT) to play long samples wich I made before in Ableton and than I'm using the Digitakt as a drummachine And with just this two peaces you can make music for a long time :)

[@nebula0697]

I think you're the guy with the jam on modular on the roof. Excellent subject and the vermona perfourmer is absolutely badass sounding

[@nebula0697]

@@OoraMusic that was a really beautiful track. I'm glad I found your channel.

[@Steve_643]

That Fader Fox controller is dope

[@damiensmith371]

This was awesome, thank you Federico. Great music and great showing of your process. Cheers!

[@AscensionMusicExperience]

wow man I am super impressed! Inspirational 4 sure!

[@OoraMusic]

thanks!!

[@plazahotelmusic]

Really appreciate your POV, thanks for sharing your amazing skills -

[@OoraMusic]

My pleasure!

[@palindromeAU]

Excellent explanation of your gear & flow path of sound. Super powerful 👍

[@OoraMusic]

Thanks!

[@grantfloering]

Man this is top tier information man! Thanks for sharing! I’ve been trying to do this with my analog rytm, but the scale quantize on the OT is what I need.

[@Resoundsound]

Thanks. Very inspiring! I am going to try this with the OT + the Dual VCO machines in Analog Rytm.

[@OoraMusic]

Have fun!

[@TheFetteEnte]

Thats so fucking inspiring. I really need this Vermona Synth. The fact that it has 4 Midi Tracks is so nice!

[@OoraMusic]

Yeah is a great instrument

[@bluemonkeylounge]

Love the sound!

[@OoraMusic]

thanks!

[@christolito]

Great walkthrough - super inspiring, even if I don't own the gear (only produce on iOS + AUM). Found your channel recently and its really helpful! Cheers!

[@OoraMusic]

Great to hear! is my strong belief that you can do music with anything, and knowing the ideas behind the process is what helps to be creative. Thanks!

[@hadror13]

On iOS - you may want to try "Drambo" - very close in flow to the Octatrack and other Elektron units. With less menu diving due to the touchscreen and full MIDI learn

[@tendingtropic7778]

love your stuff! thanks for the octatrack tips, I come from a metal history too, very cool that you do too!

[@tendingtropic7778]

what is that mixer?

[@OoraMusic]

Rock on!

[@OoraMusic]

Playdifferently model1!

[@laughingthrushmusic5269]

the out of tune bit at 23:37 is a nice touch of imperfection. love this shit. god

[@chatolars]

Been following your music for a time Now, just discovered your channel . Instant suscribe! Brilliant work 👍

[@OoraMusic]

Welcome aboard!

[@quintenoorschot3500]

Is this Quantization on the Octratrack also possible on the Digitakt 2? Love the idea of always getting the right note

[@gibbohack]

Come sempre i tuoi video sono 💯💯💯 qualita !!!!!

[@OoraMusic]

grazie mille

[@partsproject]

I really enjoy the rich tones.

[@OoraMusic]

thanks!

[@BonasBuden]

This is pretty much ideal what I would like to aim for. There is always that multi way street of how much you have prepared things and how much is purely on the fly performance. I have a drumming background so I really feel you when you talk about this performative aspect of playing live. Currently I have been preparing some ambient and techno sets for Digitakt which would be easy to take to park or where ever just by one man. Currently they are preprogrammed stems which I would compose together and tweak in-situ. Of course that is not purely improvisation as there is already pre-programmed sequences involved. But then again music hardly ever is purely improvised. In a band songs have already been composed and very well practised before any live performances. That Perfourmer looks really nice instrument for that use. I currently have Polyend Medusa which I think would fit really nice for your approach. It has 6 oscillators which can be independently assigned to different midi channels. I don't have Octatrack either but yet again I think I could use my Digitakt for sequencing. That setup with mixer and Collider delay + reverb would be pretty portable and I could definetly see myself playing some mellow background tunes in some shady brew pub.

[@BonasBuden]

Have to correct myself. Medusa does have combined VCF for all of the oscillators so it is a huge drawback against Perfourmer. Also envelopes don't have controls knob per function control for each oscillator and only one output channel so can't send oscillators separately to FX.

[@OoraMusic]

thanks for the share, really interesting. Medusa was on my list ( also their SEQ ) still want to try one!

[@BonasBuden]

@@OoraMusic Regardless of its shortcomings in this particular application I would say that the Medusa is a keeper. It is really versatile synth tonally. Besides playing arps, melodies, bass and such just as any synth I think it shines in creating slowly evolving textured drones. Also there is something particular in its own sound. It is hard to describe. I would not say it is metallic but somewhat interesting tonal character. It's not that it's cold or anything. It is more so analog sounding than your average analog synth. Example during warm-up you can hear it getting out of tune and you need to use calibration functionality. Once it is warmed up it keeps tune pretty well. Sequencer adds whole different dimension to it. You can map many different scales in different configurations on the pads. That many times leads to interesting results when playing different layouts. Pads have velocity and X / Y aftertouch which could be mapped to any of synths controls.

[@EarlyMist]

I am constantly amazed by what I am hearing coming out of the perfourmer. My dream would be exactly what it is...but with the ability to SAVE PATCHES! And if it could that then it could most likely recieve commands from other CC gear. One can but wish...

[@OoraMusic]

maybe you can create a rack instrument in Ableton that sounds similar!

[@aintnopicnic3662]

Fantastic! This gave me so much ideas&inspiration for my setup! Thank you so much! Stoked.

[@TROGULAR10000]

Amazing tutorial and music at the same time.

[@OoraMusic]

Thanks!

[@TobiasUdolicko]

this is so helpful, so cool and so beautiful. Really made my day bro thanx

[@OoraMusic]

Thanks a lot Too!!

[@PauloARod]

So happy I came across this video, it's awesome! I've been eyeballing a Volca Sampler 2 and after watching this, I'm wondering if the Volca 2 can do the job of the Octatrack of sending sequences locked to a particular key or mode or is this a feature of the Octatrack and maybe other more expensive sequencers? Cheers

[@OoraMusic]

Sorry i never had the chance to use the volca!

[@ubiquitousreverser]

Pretty sure the Volca does not have the ability to do that, it can receive, not send midi. May be a mod for that though but out of the box nope.

[@alfiedotwtf]

"because we want to suffer more" LOL. This is a beautiful tutorial!

[@OoraMusic]

:)

[@ElectronisoundsAudio]

Really great workflow! Thanks for sharing this! Subbed! 😁🙏👊

[@valquireveljkovic]

amazing explanation and setup, thank you! very inspiring!

[@OoraMusic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@oceansunrisestudio]

Thank-you. Exactly what I was looking for. Very informative. You have a great approach to live performance and improvising. 🔊💞♾

[@OoraMusic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@thousandthone]

Great demonstration of free form performance with electronic music. I love this. Good idea generation and ideas for hardware setup. Do you ever run this through your tape?

[@McEnroe911]

Great video. You said you used to sing and play guitar. Do you ever incorporate your voice into your electronic tracks? You have such a great voice I would love to hear that 💡

[@McEnroe911]

@@OoraMusic just sing about your favorite reverb pedals 🙌😎

[@chestnut40]

This is what i was looking for 🤩👌

[@OoraMusic]

:)

[@CharlieHughJones]

Absolutely brilliant Federico - loved this thank you. Super inspiring and helpful. Given me some ideas for my analogue 4 to try a few things!!!! 🙏👏

[@oddjobzombie]

Great video, I gained a lot of context for performance. How do you have that scene set up to change over to the resampled loop? Specifically, which volumes get reduced to make room for the recording? Thanks!

[@samuelmatteau8290]

Such a generous sharing of your workflow thanks !

[@OoraMusic]

My pleasure!

[@carstenbecker8104]

Very nice. Sounds and Tutorial are amazing. 👍

[@OoraMusic]

thanks!

[@gaspardguilbert728]

Thank you very much for sharing your techniques !

[@OoraMusic]

My pleasure!

[@HarryKelvin]

Love this!!! Question. What settings do you use for the arp? So that you can input single notes like that within the musical (quantized) scale? Huge thanks!!!

[@OoraMusic]

I just put the scale quantization and then imput notes on the keyboard!

[@el_dani]

Very inspirational video, thank you! These two really sound like a great combo: amazing sound and hands on synthesis on the Vermona; mangling, resample and sequence power of the Octatrack - I‘m a bit jealous of the setup, might need to swap in the Analog 4 for the Vermona, but the Analog 4 has wider sound power and an Electron sequencer 🤔

[@OoraMusic]

Im considering to buy again the A4, i think they are different beasts. Vermona is amazing with a great sequencer. A4 can live by itself.

[@yannbzh100]

The Vermona will be my next synth, I will sequence it with the Analog 4, the master output of the Vermona will go into the ext in of the Analog 4 so that I can use the fx (chorus, delay, reverb) and I will sample the sequence with the Octatrack.

[@user82938]

Sounded really nice.

[@pyrofiliac]

videos looking and sounding awesome!!

[@2mbst1]

Why didn't I know about the perfourmer sooner? What a perfect synth!

[@djedalee-david7711]

Cool workflow! Thanks for sharing 😊🙏

[@OoraMusic]

thanks!

[@gillescafedjian1381]

Very nice video and setup. Is the reverb from the mixer or from the octatrack ?

[@vntgmike]

Really insightful thanks for sharing

[@nowordsmusic3450]

Nice setup and explanation... what kind of kick are u using? Sounds nice! Cheers

[@claudioportugal1786]

This is amazing! Do you know if we can do the same workflow and transitions between tracks / ideas using Elektron Digitakt as a sequencer instead of Octatrack? Tks!

[@OoraMusic]

I knowm DT is great

[@javest]

Great ideas, i did scale quantize with Ableton to have the same freedom during improvisation. A question: vecaud Perfrourmer is so hard to find, could i do simlare thing with ore instruments (analog if possible)? Elektron A4? 4 volca keys? Other you could suggest-me?

[@OoraMusic]

Id say try the A4, I will probably give it another try soon!

[@javest]

@@OoraMusic less hands on ctrl than perfourmer, but maybe scale quantization on A4

[@shapemodulator]

Very nice video, with nice tune. As always. A question, is it now possible to use the cross fader to affect midi cc values through scenes?

[@OoraMusic]

I think so , need to check

[@shapemodulator]

@@OoraMusic in older OS it wasn’t possible. The last two years I used the mpc but now I have to go back to the OT “ノ

[@arunningjourney1460]

This video is too good!

[@OoraMusic]

thanks!

[@Melanholix]

A lot of nice ideas. Is the reverb and delay from the mixer or OT?

[@OoraMusic]

yes!