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The first drum machine existed as early as the late 1960s. These were pre-programmed rhythms - tango and mambo were particularly popular. These so-called rhythm machines were one of the typical identifying features of solo entertainers. They were used in home organs and later also in synthesizers. Today's drum machine can hardly be compared with these first generation rhythm generators. The differences are about the same as between a drum set and a children's drum. This applies to the sound as well as to the sound generation and the variety in use. A drum machine, such as the Korg KR-mini , produces its sound analogue using synthesizers or digitally using samples . The sound generation is controlled via interfaces such as GV/ gate or midi, built-in pattern sequencers or drum pads . There is an overlap here with electronic drums .
drum machine are available from just under 100 euros - the Pocket from Teenage Engineering - to well over 1500 euros. At the end of the price range is the Analog Rythm MKII from Elektron . The professional drummer from Elektron impresses with eight specially designed voices and ensures first-class sounds with his analog sound generator. The mixer with 12 velocity-sensitive and pressure-sensitive pads is easy to play and very clear. This drummer is clearly a device for professionals who want to assemble and record their own samplers and always delight their audience with new sound ideas.
A really good mid-range device is the drum synthesizer DrumBrute Impact from Arturia . With 17 fully analog drum sounds that have pretty much every sound the percussion world has to offer. Each instrument is controlled individually via its own controls . Not only can the voices be addressed individually, the clear mixer also offers each other feature its own controls. 4 individual outputs (kick, snares, hi-hats, FM drums) as well as a 3.5mm headphone output complete the technical equipment of this excellent instrument.
Drums and electronic drums
A drum machine is versatile and certainly not a competitor to acoustic drums , but a useful and wonderful addition . With it, grooves can be placed under a drum kit and new patterns can be practiced. The drum machine has also become an indispensable part of sound generation in the border area between music, theater and fine art, and of course an e-drum is still an important tool for every solo entertainer.