Introduction To Dirtywave M8 Tracker

The DirtWave M8 is a new portable tracker, which is loaded with features and powered by a Teensy micro computer. Having recently published our extensive guide to Trackers, we now have the opportunity to see one in action with Jeremy from RedMeansRecording. In the video, he demonstrates making chained patterns, the various synth engines, and on-board effects. 

Here are some of the features of the M8:

Sequencer Specifications

• 8 Monophonic Tracks/Voices
• 255 Patterns/Phrases & chains
• 256 Instrument Tables for advanced modulation
• 128 Instruments per song
• Song Arranger with Live mode
• Instantaneous song recall
• Full MIDI input & Output support

Instruments & Effects

• Wavsynth - Classic console & computer chip emulation.
• Macrosynth - Based on Mutable Instruments Braids
• FM - 4 OP 12 algorithm with feedback per operator.
• Sampler - 8/16/24 bit mono and full stereo wav format.
• MIDI Instruments with 10 user definable CCs.
• Global reverb, chorus, delay and a master bus limiter.
• Sample recording and song rendering/bouncing.
• No sample memory or length limitation.

Hardware Specifications

• 3.5mm TRS MIDI (Type A) input and output.
• Stereo audio input and Headphone/main output
• USB MIDI and Audio compliant (Micro-USB)
• SDHC Micro SD slot for storage
• 1200mAh USB rechargeable battery - up to 6 hours use.
• High quality 2.8" IPS display with capacitive touch
• Dimensions: 96mm x 133mm x 18~20mm

More info on the M8 can be found here: https://dirtywave.com/ 

More videos from RedMeansRecording here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChnxLLvzviaR5NeKOevB8iQ

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