# Drum machine / synth / sampler geekery **URL:** \ **Category:** General\ **Created:** [August 12, 2023, 12:02pm UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727 "2023-08-12T12:02:52Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 12
**Author:** ![PolarJames](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/polarjames/32/10195_2.png) [@PolarJames](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/PolarJames)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2025, 11:14am UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/222 "2025-02-25T11:14:55Z")
Oh sweet, thanks. Dug out some old vinyl. Will build up a jungle/liquid d and b collection from playlists I’ve made. Looking to get a pair of direct drive decks and a mixer at some point. Can start with one deck. I had numark turntables when younger and a Gemini mixer, really regret selling those. ---
**Author:** ![cleam.clackers](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/cleam.clackers/32/252_2.png) [@cleam.clackers](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/cleam.clackers)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2025, 5:42pm UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/223 "2025-02-25T17:42:04Z")
My partner’s father had the handle ‘PJ the DJ’ in the sixties. ---
**Author:** ![jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/jimvo/32/336_2.png) [@jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/jimvo)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2025, 7:10pm UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/224 "2025-02-25T19:10:24Z")
Bump… get summat recorded! ---
**Author:** ![jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/jimvo/32/336_2.png) [@jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/jimvo)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2025, 7:19pm UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/225 "2025-02-25T19:19:40Z")
> **[Audio-Technica ATLP120XUSB (Black)](https://www.richersounds.com/audio-technica-atlp120xusb-black/)** > > Shop for Audio-Technica ATLP120XUSB (Black) USB Direct Drive Turntable with Richer Sounds for expert advice and lowest prices guaranteed These look alright. Might be worth a look on eBay Edit these might be a bargain or maybe trashed > **[Pardon our interruption...](https://www.ebay.co.uk/splashui/challenge?ap=1&appName=orch&ru=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fitm%2F365347270449%3F_skw%3Dsoundlab%2Bturntable%26itmmeta%3D01JMZ8YDEFYZ52PS005XR48DBC%26hash%3Ditem551064ef31%3Ag%3AKvgAAOSwinhniUy6%26itmprp%3Denc%253AAQAKAAAA8FkggFvd1GGDu0w3yXCmi1cvu7B2isr%252FvjHJwZT0xOyUW3OA4tVP32RfM4p3nps6PKtlJkk8InIGaklPNBLp%252FFOB%252FGZY5LCfW8INh3y3KnOVoq%252BnXTXUaSA2uuhsXq9WrZ3DPV64UrNkCr64bHtuvsgO4OjS%252BL9SOYdECSRo2xeSsV95M2vAlXfp9icUdKTV3LtTVN6aPqRUAlU94KHMVbDTxLVArTS61fmgAH5PfianoDEF4%252FAU9SM5sfRfA26YzmduXRU%252FeNXxTkZyhKkhB3FxyjypLUBqfL%252FhmHF3%252BKuf7sO5X5t6JRyP89sZ%252BGygAA%253D%253D%257Ctkp%253ABk9SR7LX-einZQ&iid=3a3d168e-82c8-45ec-80b4-45828d528e9c&iim=wODkuMU&iia=OiTY3LjQi&iiz=csMYwLjcxiln)** You can pick up 2000s dnb 12s really cheap now > **[Pardon our interruption...](https://www.ebay.co.uk/splashui/challenge?ap=1&appName=orch&ru=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_nkw%3Ddrum%2Bn%2Bbass%2Bjob%2Blot%26_trksid%3Dp2332490.m4084.l1313&iid=128f30d4-f2a3-4eab-bc46-f7ce51798fb8&iim=PODkuMs&iia=WQTY3LjAI&iiz=WByYwLjcxVHE)** ---
**Author:** ![PolarJames](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/polarjames/32/10195_2.png) [@PolarJames](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/PolarJames)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2025, 7:38pm UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/226 "2025-02-25T19:38:43Z")
Thanks, I’m pretty skint so those job lots look good. Going to pick up the odd jungle/liquid record up too that I particularly like. Records like Even If by Calibre. I can’t really afford the decks and mixer right now but will save up. In the meantime I’m going to use Mixxx which is free dj software to relearn the basics. ---
**Author:** ![jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/jimvo/32/336_2.png) [@jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/jimvo)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2025, 7:56pm UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/227 "2025-02-25T19:56:31Z")
If i was starting now I’d probably go digital. Much cheaper, more portable, easy to set up > **[Pioneer DDJ-200 Wireless Smartphone DJ Controller Mixing Console](https://www.simplysoundandlighting.co.uk/products/pioneer-ddj-200-controller?variant=45401678315840&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Simply+Sound+and+Lighting+Shopify&utm_content=Pioneer+DDJ-200+Wireless+Smartphone+DJ+Controller+Mixing+Console&tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_campaign=18710900771&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA8fW9BhC8ARIsACwHqYq7hqyI1S47cNb3VM-KSAo4B74IjpFZ4XAUl10nLA7uzH-uoXAVsV8aAleiEALw_wcB)** > > STREAM, CREATE, EXPERIENCEStart DJing with Pioneer DJ’s easy-to-use DDJ-200 smart DJ controller. Lightweight and compact with a pro-style layout, it’ll help you learn to mix and, if you want to, develop DJing from a hobby into something more. Put... I’ve got this, runs off a phone or laptop. Used it loads, no issues https://www.mixcloud.com/widget/iframe/?feed=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mixcloud.com%2Fjim-thompson%2Foptical-illusion%2F&hide_cover=1 ---
**Author:** ![PolarJames](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/polarjames/32/10195_2.png) [@PolarJames](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/PolarJames)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2025, 8:15pm UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/228 "2025-02-25T20:15:55Z")
Oh, not sure about digital, love vinyl too much. That Mixing Console does look cool though if you were playing out and were struggling to transport heavy decks etc. I can see the advantages of digital for sure. I’m just gonna build things up slowly. Get some records, one deck which I can connect to my amp and speakers then another deck and mixer. ---
**Author:** ![PolarJames](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/polarjames/32/10195_2.png) [@PolarJames](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/PolarJames)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2025, 8:16pm UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/229 "2025-02-25T20:16:38Z")
Sick mix, just listening now. ---
**Author:** ![jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/jimvo/32/336_2.png) [@jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/jimvo)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2025, 9:14am UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/230 "2025-02-27T09:14:09Z")
![Screenshot 2025-02-27 at 09.12.40](https://uksf-media.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/original/3X/e/9/e90fd5a853b3abc38ddaff5f0ce1cda6df9068cf.jpeg) Can anyone tell me what kind of lead these inputs are for? DOesn’t look like regular jack ---
**Author:** ![notactuallyhere](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/notactuallyhere/32/26258_2.png) [@notactuallyhere](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/notactuallyhere)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2025, 11:23am UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/231 "2025-02-27T11:23:15Z")
mix of jack and xlr. So you can plug either. ---
**Author:** ![jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/jimvo/32/336_2.png) [@jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/jimvo)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2025, 2:39pm UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/232 "2025-02-27T14:39:42Z")
Thanks. Wasn’t sure Ever used one of these? > **[Tascam DP24SD 24-Track Portastudio Mixer](https://www.andertons.co.uk/tascam-dp24sd-24-track-portastudio/)** > > Get the Tascam DP24SD 24-Track Portastudio Mixer at Andertons Music Company today! ---
**Author:** ![notactuallyhere](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/notactuallyhere/32/26258_2.png) [@notactuallyhere](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/notactuallyhere)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2025, 3:00pm UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/233 "2025-02-27T15:00:53Z")
I had a zoom MRS 16 track for a while before I bit the bullet and went for Logic/mac. Loved it, makes you treat everything based on what you hear as opposed to what you see. I liked the restrictions but my music started to get more complex and I outgrew it. Basically the same idea, it’s a great setup for dawless mixing and whatnot. Dead easy to use too. ---
**Author:** ![jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/jimvo/32/336_2.png) [@jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/jimvo)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2025, 3:27pm UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/234 "2025-02-27T15:27:05Z")
Yeah I’ve got a tascam 8 track, gets a good sound and i like using it but you can only record 2 tracks ar once ---
**Author:** ![jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/jimvo/32/336_2.png) [@jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/jimvo)\ **Post date:** [April 8, 2025, 10:17pm UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/235 "2025-04-08T22:17:59Z")
[![](https://img.youtube.com/vi/PJONOczeWag/maxresdefault.jpg "Sully "5ives" – Track Breakdown & Renoise Tracker DAW Explainer | The Art of Production") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJONOczeWag) Bit of Sully studio method I like how he treats that break ---
**Author:** ![cleam.clackers](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/cleam.clackers/32/252_2.png) [@cleam.clackers](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/cleam.clackers)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2025, 7:12am UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/236 "2025-04-09T07:12:44Z")
“The drum sample almost becomes the drum stick and the delay becomes the drum.” Wow 🤯 (Couple of out of print Sully bits just been repressed I noticed btw). ---
**Author:** ![jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/jimvo/32/336_2.png) [@jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/jimvo)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2025, 7:47am UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/237 "2025-04-09T07:47:57Z")
[![](https://img.youtube.com/vi/yzXCvaMZQ60/maxresdefault.jpg "Sully "Model Collapse" – Track Breakdown | The Art of Production") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzXCvaMZQ60) The new one broken down ---
**Author:** ![jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/jimvo/32/336_2.png) [@jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/jimvo)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2025, 7:49am UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/238 "2025-04-09T07:49:55Z")
How you getting on with the sp? Got owt to share? ---
**Author:** ![cleam.clackers](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/cleam.clackers/32/252_2.png) [@cleam.clackers](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/cleam.clackers)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2025, 8:05am UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/239 "2025-04-09T08:05:45Z")
Working on it. I’ve got loads of sketches and some track ideas. I’m pretty technically-challenged tbh but having soo much fun, particularly with the s1 and the p6. I’m going to Leeds tomorrow to a PMT store. Need some advice on how to get all my various boxes more integrated and possibly buy some monitors. ---
**Author:** ![jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/jimvo/32/336_2.png) [@jimvo](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/jimvo)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2025, 8:46am UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/240 "2025-04-09T08:46:53Z")
Midi cables, audio cables and a mixer. I just saw a review of a new mixer actually Called Assembler. Youd want some effects pedals as well… welcome to gas. Gear acquisition syndrome [![](https://img.youtube.com/vi/jjgfgjGMw1k/maxresdefault.jpg "BOOM CHICK and ASSEMBLER by Pittsburgh Modular & Cre8Audio // Review & Tutorial") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjgfgjGMw1k) Edit, fuck that it’s £400 or something. You could get something like a tascam portastudio. Basically a 8 track… you can record 2 things at once then add layers over the top. ---
**Author:** ![cleam.clackers](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/user_avatar/ukskateforum.co.uk/cleam.clackers/32/252_2.png) [@cleam.clackers](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/u/cleam.clackers)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2025, 8:57am UTC](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727/241 "2025-04-09T08:57:28Z")
I’m starting to wonder to what extent largely avoiding a computer is making life more difficult tbh. Thanks for the links - I’ll take a look at that​✌ [Previous page](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727.md?page=11) [Next page](https://ukskateforum.co.uk/t/drum-machine-synth-sampler-geekery/3727.md?page=13)