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As early as the late 1960s there were the first drum machines. These were pre-programmed rhythms – tango or mambo were particularly popular. These so-called rhythm machines became a typical hallmark of solo entertainers. They were used in home organs and later also in synthesizers. Today's drum machines are hardly comparable to those first-generation rhythm units. The differences are about the same as between a drum kit and a child's drum. This applies both to the sound and to the sound generation and the variety of applications. A drum machine, such as the Korg KR-mini, produces its sound analog using synthesizers or digitally via samples. The sound generation is driven via interfaces, such as CV/Gate or MIDI, built-in pattern sequencers or drum pads. Here there is overlap with the electronic drum kit.
Drum machines are available from just under €100 – the Korg KR-11 Digital Drum – up to well over €1,500. At the top end of the price range sits the Analog Rythm MKII by Elektron. The Analog Rythm MKII from Elektron impresses with eight specially designed voices and delivers first-class tones with its analogue sound generator. The unit featuring 12 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads is playable and very clear. This drum machine is clearly a device for professionals who want to build and record their own samplers and constantly thrill their audience with new sonic ideas.
A really good mid-range unit is the drum synthesizer DrumBrute Impact by Arturia. With 17 fully analogue drum sounds that cover virtually every sound the percussion world has to offer. Each instrument is controlled individually via its own control. Not only can the voices be addressed separately, the clear control layout also gives every other feature its own control. Four individual outputs (Kick, Snares, Hi-Hats, FM Drums) as well as a 3.5 mm headphone jack complete the technical equipment of this excellent instrument.
Drum kits and E-Drums
A drum machine is versatile and certainly no rival to an acoustic drum kit, but a useful and wonderful complement. You can lay grooves under a drum kit and practise new patterns. Also, in the realm of sound generation at the intersection of music, theatre and visual arts, the drum machine has become indispensable, and of course an E-Drum is still an important tool for any solo entertainer.