Octatrack Mk2 Dawless setup // Live performance.

This is a rushed setup i use on the Octatrack MK2. Had a last minute show in a few days, and this combination of gear allows me to easily perform dawless and improvise live freely.
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[@mrotaveria]

Bleep: *sounds* Ricky Tinez: whoo hooo, thats insane!!

[@Kevinschart]

that unbridled enthusiasm keeps me coming back

[@valeriegrey8328]

Kevin Schart fr, this is one of the reasons i love his channel. i love seeing peeps get inspired or excited about their music, and it gives me that same feeling!

[@elifan2523]

Would love to see a video of your performance from these venues some time

[@UncleBoogieRF]

Absolutely seconded! I’ve wished that for a while.

[@hiiipower3005]

good comment...show us the heat ricky🔥🔊💯

[@jdm6784]

I agree 100%

[@Huumf]

he doesn’t perform live he just sits in his room

[@modgrip805]

@@Huumf haha

[@AvianBreak]

Been watching your videos for a while, but man, it is so nice seeing someone show off workflows for making music, as opposed to just rundowns the newest hardware release. I get way more value and inspiration from seeing someone build up something musical from scratch from just a group of instruments you have sitting around. One video I would love to see is how you manage samples, since really getting started with that seems a bit daunting to me.

[@trevor4835]

Ricky your studio room is a treasure trove. Thanks for sharing bro.

[@Ellotus13]

Okay this is a random comment but I love the color scheme of these videos. It's so warm and inviting. Incredible video again, kudos!

[@256k_]

Ellotus13 I bet you it’s something most people take for granted but creators put a lot of effort into doing.

[@BrianKupferschmid]

I love the way you use your modular. The Octatrack seems pretty intimidating to me, but you work it like a pro. All in all, good setup. This is the type of video that inspires me to play with setup ideas.

[@matthewy393]

Every Sunday I get in from work, have some food and sit down to watch the next Ricky Tinez vid. Perfect way to end the week.

[@RickyTinez]

Haha right on time! Thanks Matt

[@GeorgeLuoTheIntimidator]

Would love to see more stuff on transitioning between samples/synths, both with loopback and midi. Good video as always

[@darkforestzero]

This is such a great video. I love seeing your thought process, especially when troubleshooting issues. Thanks for being such a chill, cool, knowledgeable dude.

[@256k_]

Bro what a damn tease! I’ve been racking my brain trying to figure out how to fade in and out between live audio input and resampling that input without getting both to play at the same time or having to switch parts! Cmon Ricky! Get that video out ASAP! ❤️ Also hope you killed it at the show.

[@SuperSimple90]

YES please show the dj live modular thingy"!!!!

[@jdm6784]

I own so much gear without learning each so I felt buried for so long. These step-by-step videos showing how to get everything to work properly is so appreciated. Thanks =)

[@kill_screen]

Your octatrack vids are pure gold my friend. I pick up something new every single vid

[@VoltageCtrlRtv]

It was really cool seeing you rock this setup live this weekend. You have a really dope workflow and sound! Thanks for the Octatrack tips and my mind is still blown watching you rock that impromptu 404 session! See you around bro.

[@RickyTinez]

My man! Appreciate that, good hangsas always. We'll have to link up and jam

[@BaileyHeredge]

Thanks for being so thorough showing how to route the midi and audio. It's something I'm sure loads of people just starting out struggle with. Sick beet also

[@JustinUrban1]

I decided to finally get an Octatrack. I’ve learned how to mangle loops so far with slices. I know this is going to be a long learning curve, but I’m familiar with Elektron workflow. I am going to watch all your videos on this machine to learn how to use this. I’m working towards my first live set when things open back up in Detroit. I’m going to run the Blackbox with a midi fighter for live performance functions like filters, the Digi for the drums, and Octatrack as a mixer/live looper. Thanks for all the cool vids

[@martti7363]

Octatrack is so much fun once you get the hang of it, endless possibilities!

[@petrpazyna]

love that you showing all the process with all mistakes and thoughts

[@des7638]

Well done. That Juicy modular 🚨🚨

[@hunterfoxen]

whatup ricky this is hunter, i met you at Movement this year in the gear booth you were showing off the Summit. was great talking with you, keep up the good work!

[@Trovarsi]

Hahaha!! 🤣 Well I’m glad you made to my place ok AND with a bangin live set!! 😎

[@lesterhein1]

You guys need to record these :)

[@ElectronisoundsAudio]

Love watching you make these grooves - Keep up the great work, Bro! 😀 👊

[@MrSteezzo]

20:48 when you find that grooveeee🕺🏽

[@MaashuCookiemonster]

This is so valuable. At ~6:30, loving the way you break down your thought process.

[@jakke300]

Ricky could you do a vid on the 0-coast, i'm wondering on in what way you use it :)

[@Metasfera]

You made my week bro. Super interesting. 👌

[@MrBasic]

I don't work for Novation. And yes, the Circuit is in fact the bees knees.

[@theflubba]

Ricky boy does though.

[@CaptainAlbatross]

That cap is just plain awesome.

[@squarewavesound1053]

Excellent choices! Great vids as always :)

[@crust616]

Motorcycles are machines too!

[@rotatingrecords]

Hey man, just wanted to say thanks. I had been pondering between an oktatrack and circuit or getting an akai force for a few weeks and this as well as your other vid on the setup pushed me in this direction. It definately looks like it will be more flexible when using my Virus and as I start rebuilding my rig out disconnected from computer daws.

[@RickyTinez]

Oh nice! I like the immediacy of this setup. It's quick to change up the direction of a Song fast

[@rotatingrecords]

@@RickyTinez My only concern at this point (before actually having them on site) is that the circuit might not be a long term solution for drums/bass. I suspect though that it will more than suffice for a good while given the bits of performances and routing that you've shown.

[@GUIM1797]

MKII: Dawless Victory! "Toasty!"

[@UncleBoogieRF]

Bad ass! The last five minutes are epic.

[@slvrcross]

oooh Zaddy Rick never disappoints... ;o

[@hippisarecool]

Digitone octatrack is THE combo

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

Love my Elektron gear and has been flawless at shows and convenient to carry around.

[@Digiphex]

2:44 "I got too much stuff." Naaaaah. Never sell.

[@nietsmusic]

The Circuit has and always will be in my live setup, as you said, a safety net but also a great creative tool that I know will sound great by itself if my Ableton/hardware hybrid goes south.

[@edgi55]

Really enjoyed this video, nice to see how you prepare for your gigs

[@isaac.anthony]

I'm trying to source power distribution from a single box. There's a bunch of power distro for guitar pedals, most of my gear is like the Octatrack (12volt). Then I wouldn't even need a power squid. Also looking for the right case that will hold Octa, A4, TR8S, avalon, k-mix and possibly laptop (looking at gun cases). Mentioning what I'm looking for, because it seems like you'd benefit from the same tools. Making gear easier to gather and travel...

[@isaac.anthony]

I also use a battery pack than can power all my gear for over an hour, so if the power goes out or gets yanked, my gear is still working...

[@vexxecon]

I'm just starting to get into modular diy and your videos make it look so approachable.

[@descentintozachstrom]

Bro you’re a wizard

[@vuilgatmusic7333]

My dude! I didn’t realize you worked with Novation. Do they need any Developers :)?!?! I practically only play Circuits right now but I was a software developer for about 7 years before I started messing with music. Let me know 😱!

[@f_stop]

That end jam is slammin

[@countblainer]

That jam at the end tho 🔥

[@danielpmiller1159]

Love the setup. Question, with the mod case on the left of the Octatrack as scene A, can you set up another mod case on the Right side and have that as scene B? Clock both and crossfade between them like a DJ does with records? and maybe save scenes for each, like changing vinyl/songs on turntables to play a set? Hopefully, that makes sense.

[@chatolars]

Brilliant, thanks for sharing. What about the 1010 music blackbox : didn’t make it as an overall, easy to carry sequencer/groovebox?

[@Habteuchlieb]

Thats really a lot of stuff! How did you afford all of this? I mean yeah sure acquired over time but how? :D Good vid. Like hat you show how you come up with your ideas ( on how to build up a live set)

[@jumpontheroof]

Awesome workflow video! Looking forward to seeing the tutorial on modular sampling!

[@jasoncaldwell0613]

Hey Enrique...do u have any old mpcs or desktop synths you want to part with? Ill buy them and also make videos to show you what i can do...i love your channel...just got a 2nd job so im saving up for either a KORK MINIXD OR ARTURIA MICROBRUTE....REGARDLESS SHOT OUT TO YOU AND MUCH LOVE AND SUCCESS TO YOUR CAREER.

[@Soren_Skarsgard]

I'd love to see you doin live in europe, man!

[@lillepott]

Really loving these videos! Definitely would like to see more of the live setup with Octa and tips on transitions

[@Abrown2048]

Need more of you playing live!

[@ruffiankick]

that beat in the background is flames Bro! up my alley

[@RickyTinez]

Thank you! I have for free download on my bandcamp linked in the description! 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@X-101]

HELL YEAH, goddamn you are really making me want a Circuit now, been debating between it and the Korg Sampler 2 to go with my Octatrack, the Circuit seems super quick to sequence stuff

[@tarnlicht3657]

Again an awesome video, really glad I discovered this channel :D

[@cqbs]

I really love your presentation style. Great work and infos!

[@ChazSeamus28]

love motorcycles and the noise from them i bet has saved lives but can get somewhat annoying when you are doing alot of recording, i'd def get a ticket if my car was that loud...good luck trying to tell those peeps to keep it down.. hahahaha! excellent video bro

[@baqcasanke]

ChazSeamus28 imo its a myth that loud tail pipes save moto lives. I ride and not much will ever make you more noticeable. People nowadays are shit to motorcyclists. I had a woman make eye contact with me while i was heading into the intersection and she STILL took a right turn on red and nearly caused a serious collision.

[@abstractmodule4574]

Its not bias. Circuit is a little beast! I love mine! Haven't ruled out the possibility of buying a second one to get really crazy with.

[@RickyTinez]

Same.. 4 sequencers and 8 part drum machine... that’d be fuuunnn

[@awilsonator]

The Tony Ferguson of hardware

[@isaacanthonydj4124]

i use a TD3 with my octatrack/live setup, you really making me think about going with a euroskiff instead, dope AF! keep that shit up, bruv!

[@maxpowers3494]

I have the H4n Pro as well. A tips and tricks video would be awesome.

[@sotokan5060]

Get a Deluge, solve all of your Octatrack setup complexity problems. Keep the analog mono!! Great Video as always . Thanks Ricky ;)

[@kookiespace]

omg I AM watching this on sunday!!

[@charliewilson7283]

I love the jamming at the end. Would love to see more improvs!

[@YoavRginal]

Great video sir. I really connect to your groove and style, and I've been trying to understand if the Octatrack would be right for me, this video helped.

[@JakeG]

Awesome setup and great vid. Where's that Mono Station? When you were browsin thru the monos that's what I was thinkin was gonna appear.

[@riddimfernandez5139]

Great video dude. Would love to see more videos on the OT - I use mine very much in the same with a Rytm for drums and A4 for bass. Great work.

[@prvlnrzrlv4797]

I would like to see a video with a bunch of perfomance tricks and tips, your djing skills are fit so right in this case learning so much from your vids, thanks a lot man

[@von...]

noice m8888. Once you setup that last modulation at 20:37 she fuckin slappped my dude

[@Jhgkgfghk7]

Power squid, where have you been all my life! Picked up via affiliate link, cheers!

[@joseantoniojimenezcorona6811]

Thanks man! Great vídeo! Inspiring. Im going to jam with my gear hypefull because of this video.

[@Abysmii]

Oh man, seeing your 0-coast made me miss mine. I outgrew it for sure, but it had such a fun workflow.

[@RickyTinez]

It’s super immediate! Even with no patch cables

[@Aldoistaken]

Hey man, did you notice any difference in audio quality between the OT MkI and MkII? I'm thinking about switching from a DT to an OT Mk2 but I remember from one of your video that the Octatrack has a slightly darker sound, is it still the case? I love the DT crystal clear sound

[@amberdean1263]

I've been a Digitakt owner for 6 months and just picked up the OT Mk2... as long as you keep the Octatrack in 24-bit mode (it defaults to 16-bit) it sounds super clean. But I will say that the effects are super dated and some of them sound downright awful. And the timestretch algorithm gets super grainy and lo-fi very quickly. I love the workflow and the sound of the Digitakt so I won't be selling it, but will instead use it as a supplement to the OT.

[@Aldoistaken]

@@amberdean1263 Hey, thank you for the detailed answer, that's quite reassuring actually! I heard about the dated FXs, that's a shame, I'll miss the lush Digitakt reverb for sure but I'm not too worried about the rest, I can appreciate a bit of dirtiness here and there. :) Anyway thank you again!

[@nigeltedbury5805]

Can't bring myself to throw out my DR-202 either! I see it lurking in the background.

[@lechat5960]

It's awesome dude! I would like you show to us a setup with octatrack mk2 and the 0-coast from make noise ;)

[@willhurt3446]

Nice. Is it possible to have all your sampling time available in 1 project ?

[@badhombre2484]

got any videos with the 0-coast? would be cool to see you jam with it!

[@gooneybird808]

I watched this awhile ago and I can’t stop thinking about how that’s the perfect setup...shit

[@BlurryDays]

"I'm not a complex artist, I just want to be very simple... but I could technically..." [Jimmy Neutron Brain Blast]

[@andyjohnson9714]

nice circuit demo

[@juanfranciscobertona4058]

Hey Ricky, do you use OctaEdit to manage your projects/samples? I usually find it hard to move ideas from previouse projects on the OT, to the point where I decide not to do it. I see you usally reuse a lot of older material. Also, how do you keep circuit from playing "wrong"notes on the OT? I always screw it up! PD: I love your videos, and saying "hey, that guy also has that same problem" makes it so much easier on myself. Keep the love coming!

[@AtomkeySinclair]

I suppose I have just not been paying attention to actual modular synths. I attempted to look up the MUM M8 thinking it was the whole box. Until I discover it is just that one module. That's really neat that you have what you want in that little form-factor. And I can already feel the itch to make one. Do you have any good suggestions on where to start looking for modules and how-to on power supplies etc? Thanks for the content. Always good stuff.

[@maarzt]

Really good and super helpful. Might get a Circuit

[@caydilemma3309]

I think when you leaned in to plug the MIDI cables in, it was the first time i’ve ever seen your hair lol

[@RickyTinez]

LOL I thought about editing it out and keeping the mystery alive

[@kemasolar]

9:14 in case someone is as curious as I was xD

[@Rustik1722]

Octatrack...how do use compressors...per track...and what kind of compressor setting do you use with Novaiton Circuit Audio..and do you use Stereo Circuit in? You don't use an interface live? Just the OCTA?

[@imissmykids4206]

Love your content bro

[@kimiko8796]

can you make more of a tutorial for this set up

[@brianhook]

If portability is paramount, consider an audiothingies micromonsta for synth duties. Sounds amazing and it’s tiny.

[@cole1714]

imagine walking in to a club and hearing this shit blasting, i'd mosh

[@N-trepid1]

As always, great peak into your work flow! I would love to know your impressions of your Digitone Keys once you familiarize yourself with it. Is it worth the price premium over the Digitone? Thanks!

[@oekhrevatin145]

Heeyy Rick, First off, great content! I’m really learning a lot from your video’s :) Always easy to follow and highly informative! I’m about to receive my Octatrack mk2 (hyped!!1!1!) but I have two questions about the set up. I’ve searched everywhere for the answer, but can’t seem to find one for my specific situation (or I just don’t get it) and really want to make sure before I damage anything in my setup. Also in this video you fast-forward the part where I have a question about haha. 1. On the website from Elektron it says it has 2 x 1/4” impedance balanced main outputs; does that mean I can use two 1/4” ts cables to connect it to a stereo input on my Allen & Heath Zed 12 FX? Or do I have to use balanced cables/adapters/or something else? I’ve been running my DT (I only recently discovered it has two balanced outs) also with two 1/4” ts cables and have no issues with noise or what so ever. 2. Also I would love your opinion and thoughts on how to audio route my setup when I recieve the OT. I have a Allen & Heath Zed 12 FX mixer, DT, Minilogue XD, Mother 32 (the last one I use almost all the time with a distortion pedal) and a guitar (I’m really stoked to be able to live loop with that one on the OT). I’m planning on running the Mother through the OT and maybe DT or XD?? I don’t want to lose to many tracks on the OT since I also want to use it as a sampler and what not. I would really like to hear your thoughts on this. If you feel like this is something I have to find out for myself I get that, but I would love to get an answer on the output-question! Keep up the good work with spreading knowledge! ^^ Peace

[@oekhrevatin145]

Edit: I’ve found the answer to question 1! Either ts or trs is what the manual says (been looking to much at forums where they all say something different). What do you use and doe you notice any difference in gain level and noise?

[@stathius]

I really enjoy your vid! I wish you could do one showcasing a live set with transitions between “tunes”.

[@ajang2005]

man, that was an interessting, nice and funny one. thx for this vid! :-)

[@seanruffolo6083]

Hey do you use headphones for your shows? Seems like it'd be nice to hear a patch before playing it, make sure you have the right sample loaded before sequencing it in, et cetera

[@user-wl1uz5sb9f]

INFINITE FUN

[@xamphoa]

What are those white shelves in the background? I seem to recall seeing something like that at Ikea. Or are those proper keyboard stands from somewhere like Jaspers?

[@LittleAmbientMachine]

Do think the workflow of the MK2 is better compared to the dsp1?

[@CapersJr716]

Is it time to revisit this video with the Circuit Tracks?

[@aidanvinum]

Great video. Production is proper. I got a question that has racked my brains for months: when i create a fake synth within the octatrack and play in chromatic mode, it records it in a very different way than the way I played it. Even when I use a Ocoast in midi and i play it during “live record” mode, it quantizes it, even if i disable the quantize. Any ideas??

[@jimshannononsounds]

Love that 4Ms case. Neat set up.

[@RickyTinez]

It’s the pico case!