Exploring a REAKTOR Sampler

6Exploring a REAKTOR Sampler

In this tutorial we will have a look at Memory Drum 2 which is a very useful sample player for drum kit samples.

6.1Recap and Overview

Now we have explored two of the Synths in the REAKTOR Library, it is time to have a look at one of its Sampler Players.

▪We will learn how to replace one the samples in the Sample Map with one of own samples.

▪We will also learn how add a sample to the Sample Map.

▪We will look at how to select samples in the Sample Map using our MIDI keyboard, and how we can audition samples by using our mouse.

▪We will also look at Sample Mapping in REAKTOR.

▪Finally, we will have a brief look at some of the unique features of Memory Drum.

So first, we are again going to use the Browser to load up Memory Drum 2.

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Using the Browser to Launch Memory Drum 2

Fig. 6.1 Memory Drum 2

6.2Using the Browser to Launch Memory Drum 2

1.In the Sidepane, click on the Browser tab to open the Browser.

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Using the Browser to Launch Memory Drum 2

2.In the folder tree, navigate to Ensembles > New Additions > Sample Player.

3.Double-click on MemoryDrum2.ens to launch it.

Fig. 6.2 Choosing Memory Drum 2 in the Browser

Memory Drum 2 is mapped so that C1 will play the first sample and each semitone will play a new sound. First of all, explore the sounds by playing different pitches on your key­ board. Maybe you are happy with the samples but you would like to replace them with some of your Samples? To do that, we need to open the Sample Map Editor.

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