All user reviews for the Alesis Micron

Not bad, nice touch is the pots without stumbles as allowing qd is changed from the program to not be touched in wacky mods ....
I like the pitch bend which lights in the dark, he could have done for mods too but hey
On trs well with cubase SX

UTILIZATION

Super simple ....
They are long rflchi guys I trs more presents, I leave to the sound design ings ,
What a treat the changes directly accessible is often sufficient to make the most that hurts.

SOUNDS

MMMAAAASSSIIIVVVEEEEEEEE,
I love dj rack generalized dc analigique like I was looking for and it's really not bad. The bass is enormous, the lead intrssants pads and really nice.
It is an inspiration bte sounds speak for themselves even

OVERALL OPINION

The synth responds completely my expectations
I had test several times in store and inform me about its CHARACTERISTICS, I am not the low gn poyphonie 8 tracks I think because often both parties to really make this thing enough a mix.

It is a small synthetic analogue of scne modlisation. The small bte t think well, there is little trs CONTRL but a multitude of handy shortcuts and easy mmorisable, the pots are non-profit practices and the keyboard has a good touch (for a novice like me, I think). Ct of the connection, there is everything you need: MIDI in, out and through, Jacks to amplification, headphone, pedals expression ...
There are lots of sounds, basses, leads, pads, rhytm, percussion etc ... the sounds are not ralistes, it is not the purpose of this type of hardware, they are ditables but it gets complicated is that the the LCD screen is very small and are quite a few pages. There is also a utility Mac / PC, I did not test.

UTILIZATION

The architecture is simple gnrale config, you can plug and play on using the original sounds, for the edition against some find quite laborious. If we have time we can make sounds interresting. When I ordered from Woodbrass the manual franais t print and bind me by the store (nice). Overall it's pretty clear there are some fast boot and some exploring in greater depth the possibilities of the synth. Always the same, take his time ...

SOUNDS

For now I am exploring a few presets, sounds at first seem all the same quite cold but I think that sticking a tube pramp derrire a will. Otherwise, I love all the sounds either classical or techno we inhale quickly and trs Młoda or rhythmic leave alone. TRS is a good instrument has a well-designed affordable price.

OVERALL OPINION

I for a week and my deuxime analog synth modlisation, first as a MicroKorg. I do not have enough exprience on this type of hardware to see if I remake that choice. Nanmoins seen the report quality price, I'm tempted to say yes.

8 voices, 3 oscillators with EACH,
2 multimode filters,
3 envelope generators,
2 LFOs,
sample and hold, and tracking generator
4 multi-timbral shares
Programmable step sequencer
Programmable arpeggiator
Programmable rhythm sequencer for drum kits
Dynamic realtime phrase sequencer
Stereo Effects, Including reverb and 40-band vocoder
1 / 4 "balanced stereo analog outputs and inputs with 24-bit conversion

UTILIZATION

This is a small device that does not let my indiffrent, which may surprise those who know I gots for real and my analog set up. Does this toy my prt as I was leaving on vacation, history davoir something to put me under the fingers and easy to transport.
When jai lengin seen I must admit having a priori pluttngatif: toy look, almost no knobs Well, Miss dserte EST on better than nothing

But then the arm operating manual in French, easily assimilated in a short time the feet in the sand is discovering that in this small boiboite there are a lot of things that have pretty nice lair! All that remained was that test.

Even if the means Dhaka in its rel Reduces time to a minimum even when we must say that is lergonomie think. A combination of buttons and keys on the keyboard allows fast and direct ACCS paramtres filters, osc., Envelopes etc. ..
In the same Manir can easily assign a knob to vary a parameter in real time.

It's true that t Lidal was a little more knobs but hey, for 250 euros and more doccase.et the keys are normal sized, not micro.

And again, for those who connate basic principles of analog subtractive synthse, CCAA as lon paramtres DSIR is straightforward and fast anyway. However, for someone who wants to learn synthse subtractive better one button per function to properly view and understand what makes lon.

SOUNDS

The engine is the ION synthse and therefore is relatively complete and powerful: a good modulation matrix, 3 oscillators, 2 x 18 filtresSachant that the filters are (in this catgories VA, comparable real good sr) quite friendly and trs Varis.
So, by grinding out the bte can sound very original, thin or loose in all catgories (pads, cloths, bass ..). Javais an amplified speaker of good quality and made silent quite correct.
I think the effects are there dass fool quality but if they are just like little Whereas dappoint tools to sculpt the sound, they can still have their usefulness.

OVERALL OPINION

Have I Found gnial on this synth cest what I was looking actually for a long time without the possibility EST time limit, you can easily get an ide of components that lon was at the top.

Systm denregistrement the sentences could not be simpler and can capture in real time an ide bass, lead etc. Then you can turn it into a set up, add more pace, split keyboard, transpose the game can be short in a short time to get a mini-model .. or just have fun.

In this little cest a real groove nest-box but by no means a work-station. Recorder sentences arpgiateur, no sequencer not rel time: this little stuff so give some autonomy to set its design which allows Samus and the well quickly which ultimately stimulates also c is in any case I think the crativit.

This small (in size) my synth impressed me because it provided a good MyMusic, stimulate my crativit EST and I think a great quality (especially on vacation) . Who sadresse he finally? In fact I do not know. But for the price doccasion, I think its a good tool for quickly matrialiser ides and its format.
Finally, it allows that do most of the hardware VST but cest, cest transportable and fits me well because I'm not too PC.

Everything has already been written about it ...

UTILIZATION

The use is actually very clear!
Although the number of knobs forced to navigate the submenus, it allows the machine to learn rather quickly (although it may seem paradoxical as it ...=
The manual is a model of clarity: a quickstart to play right away and a user manual more complete in order to go further.

SOUNDS

I use this keyboard in a group of goth / industrial and that's exactly what I needed to supplement my microKORG.
The sounds are not really realize (it's not sure what is asked).
That said we can find the sounds of organ and electric piano very usable sounds for those seeking a little less pure electro.
The bass and drums are super efficient, same for the pads ..
The "Brass" is a little below but personal ..

OVERALL OPINION

I have my micron for only a week and it's as if I had always been so nice ... I found I had bought an early Nova II XL in innovation (used): it not fit me (albeit a very good machine) and was boring to use: blame a notice rotten made out of common sense. The value for money is unbeatable micron! I like the functions: the programmable drum machine, the latch (to prolong a note to infinity) and the function that can record a phrase and the sound to loop! Superb and very easy to implement.
I do it again this election! it is very clear!

Rf. product. Trs complete as his great ERRF the Ion. Manual means.
The editor Mac / PC is a great consolation.

UTILIZATION

The edition is an ordeal. One menu for all custom settings! Fortunately there are shortcuts. The keyboard is enjoyable and trs Controller also even if the small buttons are a bit temperamental. However, the possibilities are standard with the rhythms, the mini squenceur splitage and keyboard.

SOUNDS

Not bad for the modlisation of analog. Powerful and prcis APRS is not the analog. I find that the more pchu microKORG. It has the characters and many presets.
Effects not so good.

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for several months.
I like the concept with the options, size, design.
For 250 I do not do it again yet this choice. It is convenient but too tedious to program and if the house we draw something INTERESTED, live it gives very little I know is in the grain of the sound. Frquences should be treated as normally, hardware synths are well balance.

All adjacent t said. Synth powerful and compact.

UTILIZATION

The edition is difficult, you have to go into endless sub-menus, but There's shortcuts and the possibility to configure the knobs, which is not ngligeable ...

SOUNDS

The sounds are not ralistes (fortunately, it's a synth), but offer a wide range, not ngligeable.
I use almost no effects, I go through a multi purpose, even if they dpannent. Everything seems good dynamic expression level, ARAG quickly and well. The trs are are good, but unlike the microKORG IMHO, the presets are REALLY bad. When the fate of the paper we say that a toy sounds and can do anything funny. APRS, save and edit sounds y'aquelques, and then bte s'avre trs powerful and capable of moults things. And then the sound engine is the same as the Ion, so the "sound engine" is broadly comparable to the access number or keyboard. Despite its price, it dlivre the big big sound, no doubt the top! Many characters too!

OVERALL OPINION

I possde since 2006, I wanted to complter a first synth to build capacity, and have a polyphony synth modeling more powerful than the MK.
I like the capacity of Creations, processing, variations in those sounds and pipelines which in fact-as some have said in the forum a semi-modular (sduisant concept). I like the least laborious edition.
It offers excellent sound engine can rev right things in the bass sounds, leads, pads and fx. As mentioned above, it is compared (in its sound architecture, at least) on keyboards and other access, except that it is priced much more aggressively, it is less flexible and autonomous than others, its polyphony is very s limited compared to its competitors (I do not care that ten fingers, two leaves ca me to turn the knobs) and clearly, there's been doing SAVINGS logic level knobs, buttons, etc ... In short, it is not as other possibilities, but in his hard-sound capabilities, it dfend more than well and there are many who point out its strengths. But it is a compact synth. For pure sound aspect, it is broadly comparable to the much more expensive synths than him! But since everything is compared to the price and not to the ear ...
Now, about that choice again, as a j'hsiterais except one or two prcis MODELS (Virus TI for its capabilities, not specifically developed to sound) I do more towards m'orenterais modeling, but directly to the analog. Above all, I have a buzz on my micron that even if it is not so "terrible as a" can become a cum obsesionnel and repeated in the air, for example.

CHARACTERISTICS good because of normment paramtres ... may be even too much!

UTILIZATION

It sucks!

Of course, the problem is highlighted dj CSTA to paramtres via a single knob. Even with keyboard shortcuts is annoying. But is the price paid for the small size and low weight of the machine (which is a good choice CRITERIA scne to make, or even for ct practice).

But this is not the main worry for me: you see, we see that this type of instrument has been designed by the Next-Generation ingnieurs who swear by the computer.

Indeed, the management of MIDI sounds great Relva of anything! Instead of like everyone is saying organize the sounds you want to save in locations that can numrots commnander MIDI (with the well-known numrotation 0 127), our computer scientists are ALESIS alls imagine dbile logic, where the sounds are stored in an endless series of "gender", in which certain sounds are found on several occasions (eg for FAV " Favorites ", for sounds RECENT utiliss" recently ", etc.).. So when you send via a keyboard or other source matre MIDI control change to a program changes the MICRON is placed anywhere without any logical! This means that it is impossible to properly control program changes on scne matre via a keyboard.

This is serious since trs in my case I drive all with a Roland A90, so I have to change the sound by hand (like the old days you might say, but when even!) During together. This limits greatly the advantage trs the device, because of the sudden the possibilities become trs limits on scne.

SOUNDS

Trs good sound type "analog modlise". At the landed cost (with DIFFERENT headphones good quality), yet skeptical j'tais dpart: I found way too gnreux the top of the spectrum, giving c Does a little chilly, with also a lack of mdium, tessitura which is often the charm of the real analog (TB "hot").
However, in situations of group play, I'm surprised trs enjoyable: the synth lines dlivre thunder ffective clear, either with LEADS like "antics" in Rick Fawn MINIMOOG Wakeman, or LOW with fleshy. It possde a espce of "aura" particulire, we peroit on all types of sounds, even trs DIFFERENT them, a kind of signature sound if one wants, which gives it a "frank" and "white" to make it stand out as it should in a set. At least the impression I rptition in, I did not test as part of a mixing in the studio.

OVERALL OPINION

I use just a few weeks, but I feel that DJ is a good buy in terms of its ...

As against this problem by MIDI control makes me really dbile the use of basic Manir trs scne: change sounds by hand (!), Which is a shame in 2011!

So, I can not use background.

To hell with computer logic and illogical!

See manufacturer website ....

UTILIZATION

The config is simple when you understand the logic.
The manual is pretty well done (better than Roland).
The edition is well thought out and follows a set order.

SOUNDS

For sounds, I reprogrammed everything. Sounds, rhythms, arpeggios ....
Many sound critical, but for the sound color, it is you who program ...
So sorry to say, but if the sound does not suit you is that you do not understand the logic of the machine. With Micron, no limit! All the sounds I want, give me a micron. It's true that I spend time, but I get everything I want.
No sounds I hate that I have seen again 99% of factory sounds!
The sounds are not realistic, it's not a modeling analog sample player.

OVERALL OPINION

I bought it in 2007 for my setup on stage, he toured with a AN1X, korg karma and a Korg Z1 and Emulator II. It goes well with all kinds of synths.
The Micron has many parameters, you just have to dive in and learn about the machine to get the best! I admit that the modulation matrix is ​​complex but very powerful.
ending with a note of humor of a synth is like a woman, he must love and respect to make the most of himself!

It is a three-octave keyboard with soft touch rather good, with two sliders, three knobs, a pitch wheel (which becomes redder with the extremes of pitch, too class and a notched knob is magical the nerve center of the machine. MIDI I / O, audio in and out, headphone jack. It is small and easy to carry and ideal as a master keyboard for those who like me have a small office shallow.

All but a little plastoc use eventually it moves too - unless you read on the Harmony Central forums that the knob is notched the game and must be changed every few years ...

For sound, it is those of ION whose reputation is second to none. Three oscillators, full of waveforms, two filters, modulations incredible possibilities on paper, it is a beast.

Many hundreds of presets, classified by styles (pads, lead, SFX, etc.). With the opportunity to set favorites to find them faster rate that banks are excellent and editable cf. below and "setups" that are a combination of a rhythm, a bassline and a lead or a pad assignable portions of the keyboard, this is a find.

An excellent arpeggiator and a holding function of the note ... Too bad it all is not transmitted via MIDI, the main drawback of the machine for me.

A very very very good software company, unfortunately a bit expensive ion Hypersynth the Editor here: http://www.hypersynth.com/ion-editor.html

UTILIZATION

The manual is clear and well thought out.

The configuration is quite simple finally, the keyboard shortcut system is well thought out. We use all the time notched knob is a bit annoying but I think that architecture is clear: in all, a sound editing on the bike is simple and a bit tedious.

And then you try the software publisher and everything becomes extremely simple! The interface reminds me of the Papen Albino and is simply magical, it makes everything very easy, and more integration with Cubase is perfect. Randomize and there's one that generates patches alone, is not it beautiful??

SOUNDS

So and sounds?

For VA, it sounds very very very well. And he knows everything, that's hefty, knowing that I find it particularly excels in piano sounds weird in pads and FX - this is because of its multiple possibilities of modulation, including 'everything that moves in all directions, it lives, it throbs, it is.

The effects are a bit caricatured, but still usable, it all sounds very digital still, what is interesting for certain sounds.

OVERALL OPINION

I've had about 6 months, and I had a gaggle of VA before him. My reference is the NordRack 2 against which it fits perfectly the comparison in a very different kind and very complementary.

The value for money is incredible, even if you buy the software publisher.

It's really a weapon of war from the small home studio with no room and a laptop with a MIDI interface.

Of course, if I had two times more space I would otherwise, but this is really my master keyboard / synth ideal.

A 3-octave keyboard that truly deserves 2 more damage.
All connections are provided including a microphone (vocoder possible)
Polyphony is limited on the other hand -8 votes-(ca + rhythm sounds big shambles)
Interesting and programmable arpeggiator * (* hello patience)

UTILIZATION

To cheat you get used pretty quickly but you must master the wave oscillators and other patterns of synths.
Sub menus which are accessed by pressing the same button always, the sound of button presses that may irritate you.
The French manual was given to me 10 days later by my dealer.
From

SOUNDS

thunder in quality and quantity of many sounds of the 80s and 90s, good very good sound.
You'll move sounds in space and can twist them in any direction.
The vocoder is there but not enough to not roll over.

OVERALL OPINION

A year and a half, I separated because I'm more scene.
I bought and paid for in LILLE cheaper than anywhere else.
His weight and it takes place in a keyboard are very handy on tour.
A combination of sounds

Good synth and vocoder, but the drums is what I am blown away by ...

UTILIZATION

At first the lack of knobs may frighten you, but once you have the shortcuts down pat you will find it ok. Pattern creation is perhaps a bit weird at first but myself coming from many years of gear that is worse I found it fine !

SOUNDS

I have found that the real strength in this little keyboard is the percussion. Really. I am running Logic studio and apart from this little beastie I have now offloaded all other drum and percussion oriented gear. Simply put, between Logic and the Micron as two complementary pieces there is nothing lacking on the electronic music front when it comes to percussion. Try it out as a drum machine and I am sure you will agree ...

OVERALL OPINION

Sound doesn't "break down" as easily as Ion etc., fat kicks, tight snares and hihats, does noise as well. Great sound quality ... sorted !

The Alesis Micron is a analog modeling synthesizer that has about a three octave range. It has a pitch wheel as well as some modulation sliders. It then has knobs to scroll between different presets, and to control different parameters of each. It has 1/4 inch connections, as well as MIDI connections. It has all types of analog synth presets, as well as the ability to make and store your own sounds. It has full polyphony, but can be set to just be monophonic.

UTILIZATION

The configuration and set up of the Alesis Micron is quite easy to follow, and only takes a little bit of use to figure out what everything does. There is a good amount of control available, and presets are convenient and useful. I have never seen the manual for the Alesis Micron, but it is easy enough to use that you shouldn't need it too much. However, since there are a decent amount capabilities, it can be useful to have the manual when learning the in depth features.

SOUNDS

The sound quality of the Alesis Micron is top notch and is great for any type of music that you would like to use analog synth sounds with. I use it mostly for pop and rock, and always find that the sounds work well with what I am trying to do and are overall realistic sounding. The keyboard itself is easy to play and I like the way the pitch wheel is set up. Overall, I'm a big fan of the presets and capabilities that this synth has.

OVERALL OPINION

I've been using the Alesis Micron for about two years and it is one of my favorite analog modeling digital synths of this size that is on the market. The preset sounds are really great and there is a great amount of control available over your tone. The price is definitely reasonable, as this is a great instrument. The only reason it is so cheap is because of its small size, which I do not mind. Overall, I highly recommend the Alesis Micron.