The Monotron Delay Sounds Amazing All By Itself!

The Monotron Delay Sounds Amazing All By Itself!
Today I decided to use the Monotron Delay all by itself! I've done this a few times on the channel already, and it's always a blast. While seemingly quite simple, there is actually quite a bit of depth to the sound you can coax out of this little box! Enjoy the video :)
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[@edgeof60]

The Monotron Delay is a perfect "gateway" device for anyone looking to inexpensively dip their toes into the synth world. It was the first thing I got in "phase 2" of my synth journey (phase 1 being my analogue monosynths collected in the 1980's). It's also a perfect gateway into the circuit-bending world, with its clearly labelled patch points on the circuit board. I just took this leap and soldered a bunch of female dupont cables onto each one, now it has new life as a micro-modular unit to plug into my Bastle Kastle & Drum and Volca Modular. For those willing to go this route it opens up a whole new world of syncro-glitchiness.

[@PFDarkside]

Wow, I had no idea. Is there a community that does this or did you just figure it out?

[@crnkmnky]

@@PFDarkside There is definitely a modding community! Probably a Facebook group as well. Check out the video “We Love Monotron” and the tutorial by Collin’s Lab. So many mod videos! 😦

[@FreeBeat]

Right on that's awesome! It's pretty hard to beat the combination of one of the less expensive pocket operators and the monotron delay for getting into synths!

[@returnofthegoth2220]

You have to admire the simplicity of this device. Personally, I love pairing it with the Monotron Duo to get some crazy sounds, old Scifi movie noises or something like a Classic Dr. Who episode soundtrack.

[@FreeBeat]

Yeah, it's almost hypnotic to use. I can completely lose track of time with nothing other than the monotron delay and a pair of headphones. Thanks for watching!

[@CNTRRNDM]

Yapp, the Korg Monotron Delay is amazing! And you know what? It's also a great noise generator...I love to sample the Monotron noise/hiss/whatever and use it as kind of an FX layer in my lofi tracks

[@FreeBeat]

Gotta love the hiss!

[@magnuseriksson8081]

I am just saying, Korg, has so great sound very often, love it!!

[@FreeBeat]

They sure do!

[@wiggesobk]

Very nice Session! Especielly the sound you did in the beginning👌

[@FreeBeat]

Thank you!

[@neonblack211]

I forgot how much fun these things are

[@rivitheadlab2523]

Thanks for showing what it can do on its own! I have mine ordered and will have it in two days. I'm excited to use it with my Volca Bass synth and create some incredible EBM bass lines. Super punchy with that delay. I can't believe it's so cheap. And it looks real Atari retro.😎 Have a great day and thanks again.

[@I.O.M.]

FB. Nice ambient jam. Please, more of this :)

[@FreeBeat]

Thanks so much!

[@joaquinxaviercascinivisnov8176]

My favourite channel

[@FreeBeat]

Wow, thank you so much!

[@jkmo79]

Unbeliveble!!!

[@FreeBeat]

Thanks for watching!

[@SimpleHold]

Some wild, spacey sounds! This would go well with your recent OP-1 jam.

[@FreeBeat]

Thanks!

[@DeformedDevices]

It's a fact. I need one of these.

[@FreeBeat]

It's a lot of fun!

[@DeformedDevices]

@@FreeBeat I have been wanting some solid option for drone sounds for some doom/shoe gaze

[@_-Marcel-_]

Yeah! 💯

[@FreeBeat]

🤘

[@BAD_LUX]

Very nice 👌

[@FreeBeat]

Thank you!

[@craigsurette3438]

Play this thing like this in a rock band, and BOOM! instant Spacerock! You can easily get into classic Hawkwind or Ozric Tentacles territory

[@FreeBeat]

Awesome!

[@tesorotesoro1654]

Erpland dude

[@guilessa]

So cool

[@FreeBeat]

Thank you!

[@marguskiis7711]

KMD is a little BEAST

[@FreeBeat]

It sure is!

[@MrGeoffashley]

So many different timbres in this and great potential samples and loops to layer…you should take bits from this session into the OP-1 and flesh out a full track just from monotron samples

[@FreeBeat]

Great idea!

[@TylerWoodisawesome]

i already have a monotron 'original', and the monotron duo. but the monotron delay is now only $35 new. After watching a couple videos, including this one, I realized I also need this one haha

[@TrickmanTerry]

I asked for one of these for Christmas.

[@FreeBeat]

Awesome!

[@Z3R0TH3V01D]

Just landed one of these for a song on fleabay, really looking forward to making a frankenstein-ien mess of the OG Monotron and this

[@djformalin]

Nice noise...🎼

[@FreeBeat]

Thanks!

[@SonicVibe]

you convinced me this over the nts1 everyone like you say says the nts1 better for 40 more but i just like the sound of this and the look lol

[@FreeBeat]

Have fun!!!

[@FreeThink1984]

I played my first one until it broke so now I have a second one….even though I have about $10k worth of synth gear now lol

[@FreeBeat]

Thanks for watching!

[@bikegarrett]

Awesome demo, performance, such cool sounds, amazing technology value !!! Beethoven woulda killed for one of these !!!

[@FreeBeat]

Could you imagine what someone like him would have done with one of these?!

[@bikegarrett]

@@FreeBeat he would definitely be watching Free Beat videos to learn how to use it, then look out !!!

[@insanedumpling123]

I scan sync them with the po33?

[@bikegarrett]

@@insanedumpling123 yes, do you want a transfer ?

[@insanedumpling123]

@@bikegarrett just need more to play with

[@kengreen6901]

Question, in regards to GAS. I have the NTS-1, is there any point in getting the Monotron or Doutron? Awesome demo!

[@OPdbx]

I love the echo on the monotron delay! Just wish it was less noisy and that the aux input had more headroom. Overall it's a nice raunchy box!

[@FreeBeat]

I used to hate the noise, but I have sort of embraced it as part of the device. It's got its own unique thing going on :)

[@strangersun7721]

The noise is what makes it cool!

[@AndrewPRoberts]

I just got one to pair with my PO-16

[@FreeBeat]

Right on, killer combo!

[@Mr.Tubster]

Geez i think the twice, i perma use the delay 4 my stuff. € 39,- is just like a present 😍😍😍

[@FreeBeat]

Yeah, it's a great deal!

[@stefanopassera]

Hey thanks for the video! Is it normal for it to leave a lot of background noise? With the Pocket operator the sound always remains distorted, making it difficult to play techno music by adding the Korg effects, what do you think?

[@h2o1969]

I need to get mine back out.

[@FreeBeat]

Do it!

[@rnottemusic]

oooohh, now i get why your mini korg synths are always plugged in; it’s into the audio interface! i thought they had to be plugged in to be powered, but that would defeat the purpose of a small, portable device, wouldn’t it?

[@FreeBeat]

The Korg Volcas that I often film with actually have the option to either be battery powered or wall powered. I almost always film with them powered via the wall (and also going into my interferace). However, the monotron can only run on batteries which is why I brought up that fact :) hope that clears things up!

[@86davy]

Wish there was a way to get rid of the omnipresent fuzzy buzzing in the background whenever I use it. That being said, I use my monotrons everyday and love them and love that other people love them

[@FreeBeat]

Yeah haha, it can get annoying, depending on what you're trying to get out of it. I've learned to love it though! Thanks for watching :)

[@crnkmnky]

I got a used Monotron Delay as a bonus in a Craigslist buy. For a while, it was my only effect pedal. It got curious attention every time I brought it to an open mic. I gave it to my sister, but she’s so busy as a new doctor that she hasn’t played it in months. 😿

[@FreeBeat]

Bringing the delay to an open mic night sounds awesome!

[@danieladdled]

Fun fact - kids can't resist these things, and usually get some gnarly sounds out of them (:

[@MrGeoffashley]

@Daniel Miller I can confirm as a father of 5 sons ranging in ages 2-13

[@danieladdled]

It's a great honeypot to keep little sticky hands off more expensive instruments!

[@MrGeoffashley]

@@danieladdled that’s supposed to be the idea, but they still can’t resist the fancy stuff. My 2 year old found my op-z the other day and was hiding in a corner trying to figure it out…they all love the look of the OP-1 (mostly the graphics on screen) and all the flashy lights on the TR-8 & TR-6s…and I don’t even want to get started in the guitars and brass….and, oh my!!…the piano!!

[@MrGeoffashley]

@@danieladdled I learned the basics on a drum kit back in high school jazz band (but that was almost like 25 years ago) and I’ve always wanted my own set, but with these kids (love ‘em to death as I do) I’m terrified

[@danieladdled]

I fall back on my Electribe (Sampler 2), which is built like a tank so I don't worry too much about it. And guess have enough blinky lights and knobs (;

[@electroshox]

alien fart machine

[@FreeBeat]

👽

[@Two-Eyed_Boy]

🤨🤔😮😲🤯

[@FreeBeat]

😁🤘

[@zvonimirpotchniep]

Kmd is the best

[@FreeBeat]

Gotta love it haha.

[@Grayfizzle]

I'm hearing echo the dolphin sonar command

[@FreeBeat]

Awesome haha

[@promethiousb1489]

No it doesnt....lol...limited headroom,,noisy output...glad you like it mind,,peace...

[@FreeBeat]

Fair enough, we've all got our likes and dislikes haha. Thanks for watching!

[@loamanai]

I follows you since about january this year cause i was looking for Tutorials of the arturia Microfreak. In my oppinion one of the greatest Machines ever.u own one and you dont do anything with it. That makes me very sad!!!

[@magnuseriksson8081]

Yes, more Microfreak stuff, you can get a lot of great sound out of that one.

[@crnkmnky]

Don’t be sad. Watch his old videos and watch other channels. Most importantly, get freaky with yourself!

[@FreeBeat]

I have quite a few microfreak videos on the channel, and I have more scheduled don't worry :)

[@LeekowalskiWalker]

No.

[@crnkmnky]

*Yesssss.* 😼

[@LeekowalskiWalker]

Trying to convince yourself.

[@crnkmnky]

@@LeekowalskiWalker Who’s trying to convince who, Kemosabe? 🙃

[@LeekowalskiWalker]

Yourself

[@crnkmnky]

@@LeekowalskiWalker I know you are.