the problem with roland drum machines and "drum machines" in general is
that the sounds in them are preset and not very customizable. if you want
to sound like autechre or something you'll probably be disappointed ...
you'll definitely want some sort of effects to make it sound a bit more
interesting. they sound good when run through some distortion or a filter
that doesn't mean it's worthless though ... i still use my old R70 (which
is arguably much more lame-sounding than a DR660) for sampling sources and
easy quick sequences for sketching etc.
if it's used and going for a cheap price, there's no reason why you
shouldn't pick it up, esp. if you're on a low budget. at any rate it's
probably a bit more flexible than ReBirth esp. in terms of sequencing
control. plus the roland drum machines have good midi brains and can be
hacked relatively easily to drive other MIDI modules ... all of
Squarepusher's old stuff was sequenced entirely on a DR660 ... which is a
testament to his dedication and talent if anything is :)
josh
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On Fri, 11 Aug 2000, Scott Allison wrote:
quoted 13 lines Anyone ever use a boss dr660 drum machine? I am in the process of setting up
> Anyone ever use a boss dr660 drum machine? I am in the process of setting up
> a home studio, I have rebirth and am thinking about getting this machine
> used, is it a waste of money or something that would be a valued asset in a
> idm geared set up?
>
> thanks for any input
> -scott
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