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Roland S-1 // Sequencer Deep Dive (along with the T-8)

Roland S-1 // Sequencer Deep Dive (along with the T-8)
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0:00 Hello // Ways of Supporting what I do
0:55 S-1 Sounds // First Impression
5:07 S-1 Sequencer
8:15 Sequencer Precision
12:59 Motion Recording
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  • @LiamKillen
    @LiamKillen Жыл бұрын

    Interested in purchasing some of the gear mentioned in this video? Support this channel while you're at it by using the affiliate links below: ►S-1: bit.ly/3HY1Hty ►T-8: bit.ly/3P9af2S

  • @FactorySnatch

    @FactorySnatch

    Жыл бұрын

    Where did you get the cool stand the the S-1 is on?

  • @biztosdotcom

    @biztosdotcom

    Жыл бұрын

    I also want to ask about the little stand, it would look good behind my KS37! :-)

  • @scottymusic69

    @scottymusic69

    Жыл бұрын

    I would also like to know where you got the stand!

  • @kathleencoveny3860
    @kathleencoveny3860 Жыл бұрын

    You always deliver .. with a full measure of content .. clarity .. creativity ... cheers to making it all so easy breezy!

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching :-)

  • @embersandash
    @embersandash Жыл бұрын

    I was ready to write this one off, but I think Roland actually did something really key - adding enough modern functionality that leverages the “all sweetspot” tone of their older synth. You also do a great job of explaining creative nuances (like when to add the accent) and then showing how to do it. My next box is likely going to be one of the Elektron boxes (leaning towards Syntakt), but I’ve got to admit a small, great sounding SH with modern features really appeals to me (and the SH101 was my first Roland ever, so I’ve got an attachment to the sound.). Great review.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey thanks! Yeah this one hits for sure.,

  • @MrFidelityc

    @MrFidelityc

    Жыл бұрын

    The Syntakt is an amazing device and would pair perfectly with this little monster. Got the S-1 last week on a whim and got to say it’s impressive for the money

  • @GullySyde28

    @GullySyde28

    9 ай бұрын

    Did you get a S1?

  • @embersandash

    @embersandash

    9 ай бұрын

    @@GullySyde28 nope.

  • @krazywabbit
    @krazywabbit Жыл бұрын

    my take away. Mr. Killen had fun using said gear on table and had some nice toast with tasty jam. End of the day, this is all we are searching for.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    I wish I had some toast lol

  • @DetroitMicroSound
    @DetroitMicroSound12 күн бұрын

    I love my S-1 so much, I couldn't resist getting the T-8 too. The S-1 is truly an SH-101 on steroids, shrunken down.... I have no doubt that when the T-8 arrives in a few days, it will be equally impressive. This is coming from somebody who's owned and played more than a few other folks vintage analog Roland machines.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    11 күн бұрын

    They are a WONDERFUL combo - have fun ! :-)

  • @krakulandia
    @krakulandia Жыл бұрын

    3 times the size of your wallet? And you still could afford to buy it?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Haha touche my friend...touche.

  • @thefumigator

    @thefumigator

    Жыл бұрын

    Take your upvote

  • @Grinfingrz5
    @Grinfingrz59 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this! I just stumbled across your post, and you have answered so many questions I had. Just purcased the S-1 a week ago, and I really like it (didn't really need another small synth, but...). Now I realize the many possibilities it posseses. Cheers!

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    9 ай бұрын

    Awesome! Always glad to help :-)

  • @afreezaphorogiancossack2194
    @afreezaphorogiancossack2194 Жыл бұрын

    Hey Liam, thank you for this, it was a really concise little demo/tutorial for me, I'm now trying to learn my way around this thing and having a lot of fun. I have learned something by watching this, so it worked. Thanks!

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Having fun is the most important thing! Thanks for watching :-)

  • @Raku777
    @Raku7772 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing this. I recently got an S-1 to add to my Argon8 to compose ambient meditative music. I want to learn more about how to use the sequencer on both instruments. You have helped with this video.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    2 ай бұрын

    It's a pleasure - you might want to join the Discord community if you have gear tech related questions - here's the invite: distrokid.com/vip/liamkillen

  • @olivergroves2007
    @olivergroves2007 Жыл бұрын

    This device is awesome I can’t wait to get it

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Yesss!

  • @Ninzumecha
    @Ninzumecha2 ай бұрын

    Just had a dive into my S-1 sequencer as I had to give up a midi channel on my circuit tracks and this has been super helpful, thanks 😊👍

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    2 ай бұрын

    It's a pleasure - also if you're interested in synth community vibes - hit up my Discord ! :-) discord.gg/xj8J2xJuBP

  • @jaydeepalmer
    @jaydeepalmer5 ай бұрын

    Just got the s1 yesterday! Man the sound design is strong qith this one! I'll pair it with my po33 and see what i can do with that 😊 Thanks for the tutorial!

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    5 ай бұрын

    My pleasure! Enjoy your week.

  • @Sequencer_JY
    @Sequencer_JY Жыл бұрын

    Hi Liam - Great timing on this video! Very nice, and like the new look of your setup there!

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @MrTrickydisco
    @MrTrickydisco7 ай бұрын

    I just got the s1 for Christmas. Already own a volca beats but seriously tempted by the t8 to better pair with s1

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    7 ай бұрын

    T8 + s1 is just so killer

  • @treffkiraly
    @treffkiraly3 ай бұрын

    Thanks that was super useful, simple and starightforward tutorial, at last I could write a sick tune 😊

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    3 ай бұрын

    Glad to help ! If you're looking for more resources / a community to get inspired from, check out my Discord (if you're not already a member): discord.gg/xj8J2xJuBP

  • @Madmohawkfilms
    @Madmohawkfilms Жыл бұрын

    Ive already got a TR8 and Jupiter Xm with the SH101 in it yet this video making me want these 2 tiny machines to go with my MC101. The GAS is strong ;)

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    it's REAL!!

  • @Mr54685
    @Mr54685 Жыл бұрын

    Nice gear review, really like your studio color scheme and lighting!

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    I appreciate you noting that!

  • @blenderbuch
    @blenderbuch Жыл бұрын

    Just starting with the s1. That clarified some! Thanks 😊

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to help 😊

  • @NunyaB1s
    @NunyaB1s Жыл бұрын

    I wasn't aware of this synth until it started showing up in my feed. The 101 was a hole in my studio sound, and while I normally prefer real analog the fact that they added the chop and draw features makes this the most unique offering even with synths that cost 2-3x as much. Because of the form factor, it's also light enough that I when I travel for work, I can bring it along with my Digitakt and have a little poly that's studio ready at the fore.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    For what it offers, this is the most affordable synth on the market

  • @NunyaB1s

    @NunyaB1s

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LiamKillen I haven't seen anyone call this out yet, but the only drawback that I've seen for this synth is that if you don't turn the effects to "global on," the unit resets the delay and reverb on pattern changes. Very silly oversight if you ask me... it's not enough to make me dislike it (I love it) but it is quite annoying. It's *slightly* better with the v1.02 update.

  • @HotStrange

    @HotStrange

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah I was a bit dismissive of it at first until I watched a couple of videos on it. Feature and sound wise it punches waaaay above its weight. All the oscillator mod options plus the LFO with motion recording make it a very powerful machine. This paired with a Volca Sample would be fantastic.

  • @davidcloutman2949
    @davidcloutman29495 ай бұрын

    It's not as easy to pick up as the T-8, but there's a lot of cool sounds to be discovered in the S-1. You do have to read the manual.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    5 ай бұрын

    I agree! I love the s-1

  • @marike1100
    @marike1100 Жыл бұрын

    “We’ll do it live” 😂 Funny reference, informative walkthrough, went deep, sounded excellent. I appreciate the various I/O options with the S1.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    haha classic clip. Thanks for watching ! :-)

  • @user-rk2xj8gr3h
    @user-rk2xj8gr3h4 ай бұрын

    The main problem with all AIRA devices, AND ESPECIALLY the T-8, is that once you connect them all via MIDI with a controller, or without, some obvious controls, such as tempo, BPM, no longer apply. it's unexpected actually.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    4 ай бұрын

    But wouldn't that just mean because the tempo is coming from another source ? Unlesss maybe i'm misunderstanding something here.

  • @user-rk2xj8gr3h

    @user-rk2xj8gr3h

    4 ай бұрын

    @@LiamKillen it is a general issue and we shell hope ROLAND will fix it by the next Update. Now I just keep to disconnect my T-8 from em all -exept audio in/out-to bring it under Control (BPM etc.), if you would understand what I mean.

  • @Hesohi

    @Hesohi

    10 күн бұрын

    I had some definite issues in my most recent live set and the T-8 and E-4 falling out of sync with the rest of the MIDI machines that came before it in a chain. It’s probably a midi problem. I should have known better with long midi chains and such. I hope it’s not a firmware issue. I haven’t had time to troubleshoot but I think it can be corrected with a midi splitter or something like that

  • @abrasionequation4632
    @abrasionequation4632 Жыл бұрын

    I had to order on S1 on Friday, cool little box.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah it's a lot of synth for the price.

  • @Two-Eyed_Boy
    @Two-Eyed_Boy Жыл бұрын

    I'm only a few minutes and let me just say, "SEE YA VOLCA FM. HELLO S-1!!" 😁

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    yeeelloooooo!!!

  • @78thandSynth
    @78thandSynth Жыл бұрын

    This thing sounds sharp. Clicked to learn how to control with Keystep 37.Thanks always for the edu

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    My pleasure! Have a great week.

  • @BananaJuice1984
    @BananaJuice1984 Жыл бұрын

    It feels and sound much more like a sinthesizer than a volca key by example. The UI is great and i tested a skulpt, a keys and a fM2 No one has this complete UI feeling. An App would be nice too.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah I agree with you

  • @fabianadastra
    @fabianadastra3 ай бұрын

    Do you need a laptop with daw in order to play like this? Or all sounds are cominf out from s1?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    3 ай бұрын

    All sounds from the s-1! Get I think you’d like my discord! discord.gg/xj8J2xJuBP

  • @darumabeats
    @darumabeats Жыл бұрын

    it seems so fun to use with a drum machine linked to it!

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    They play hand in hand.

  • @mikemeengs5720
    @mikemeengs572011 ай бұрын

    Could I have been just fine without one? Yup. But I think I'll find room for this little box of sonic fun...it sounds great, and that sequencer packs more punch than my Keystep Pro does.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    11 ай бұрын

    You def won't regret it :-)

  • @mastaboog749
    @mastaboog749 Жыл бұрын

    Wow this one looks excellent

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Great in combination with the T-8.

  • @pascalferriot6233
    @pascalferriot6233Күн бұрын

    Thanks for the vidéo :-) What IS the stand under the s1 ?

  • @Rafix-drummer
    @Rafix-drummer11 ай бұрын

    A question for the experts. *How do I connect devices with built-in sounds Directly to a control keyboard that has no sounds. *Which cables do I need? And what is the friend why? - I have: launch key 25 mk Novation control keyboard and want to connect it for example: to CIRCUIT TRACKS. Or - for the Roland device / Roland Aira S-1 and use their sounds. Many thanks to the helpers

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    11 ай бұрын

    I think that you mean you want to connect a midi keyboard to something like the S-1? Which is a great option to open it up! You would need a 5 pin midi cable and a 5 pin to 8th inch midi adaptor. Plug into the midi out of your keyboard into the midi in of your s-1 or whatever other unit you'd like to control. Hope this helps! :-)

  • @levanbleu
    @levanbleu3 ай бұрын

    Hey, what type of MIDI-TRS (A or B) do you use to connect the arturia keyboard to the rolands ? Can't make it work... help

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    2 ай бұрын

    This is the most annoying issue in the synth world and i'm not sure what the answer is TBH lol. I'm sure my Discord server would be helpful though - here's a link: discord.gg/xj8J2xJuBP

  • @AndrewPRoberts
    @AndrewPRoberts Жыл бұрын

    This might be one of the most powerful mini synths under 200 bucks

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Yup- I think it’s number one honestly

  • @treschlet
    @treschlet Жыл бұрын

    I really wish the T-8 and S-1 sequencers would have more sub-step options. Namely on option where the note plays on the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th substep, which would give the ability to sequence dotted sixteeths and something like triplets

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Maybe something they'll include with an update :-)

  • @rjs6xc
    @rjs6xc11 ай бұрын

    I am completely new to the topic. At the chaining part of the video - would it work if the t-8 was plugged into the s1 not the Arturia's midi in? I am looking at buying a novation launchkey (for the better daw control) but as I see on those there is only one midi out..

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    11 ай бұрын

    Yes you can very conveniently plug directly into the T-8 for pattern chain sync!

  • @JohnSAitken
    @JohnSAitken3 ай бұрын

    When you stop the master does the slave device stop as well?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    2 ай бұрын

    It certainly does - if you have any more music tech questions like this - my Discord server could also be very helpful - here's an invite: discord.gg/xj8J2xJuBP

  • @ud4458
    @ud4458Ай бұрын

    Hi Liam , where / what is that stand for the S1 ? I need one

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Ай бұрын

    That's from Varidock ! Also if you ever have other synth / gear related questions - hit up my Discord :-) discord.gg/xj8J2xJuBP

  • @BananaJuice1984
    @BananaJuice1984 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks i learned a lot

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    My pleasure

  • @darthcrios
    @darthcrios Жыл бұрын

    I think I will invest in the T8

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Good choice.

  • @tbornottb303

    @tbornottb303

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s a deal and sounds great!

  • @devinwells9399
    @devinwells93996 ай бұрын

    Could be a dumb question but as a beginner I’m curious….4 notes were played on the keys at the beginning when recording but during play back we see 8 pads lit up on the s1. Can someone explain why that is? I assume the note plays across two steps in the sequence?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    6 ай бұрын

    Hmm i do not have the answer to this question lol - i'm not 100 % sure. But thank you for watching! :-)

  • @steveroomdj
    @steveroomdj Жыл бұрын

    Hi Liam! congratulations for the channel! it has nothing to do with this video, I'm also a user/addicted of the 1.4 model and I wanted to know how you record your live? do you use a zoom recorder? I thank you :) a warm greeting from Switzerland

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes! I use a zoom recorder :-)

  • @LL-wz7je
    @LL-wz7je6 ай бұрын

    The old electribe A was like that. The different sounds were tied in with preset patterns

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    5 ай бұрын

    interesting.

  • @ghrs_music
    @ghrs_music Жыл бұрын

    I'm always impressed by how good this little box sounds, but I'm torn any it because I got rid of my Volcas because I got sick of using those tiny little controls. But then again, for my purposes the S-1 seems like it's a huge step up from the Volca Keys in terms of being a useful, practical studio tool, so maybe the tiny knobs are a small price to pay. Insert tiny knob joke here.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah there’s def a limit to these - as good as they do sound I believe they’re a piece of the puzzle 🧩 and not the entire puzzle itself, know what I mean?

  • @vccranker
    @vccranker8 ай бұрын

    Hello Liam, I've purchased the S-1 as a Christmas gift as we already had a T-8. Question: If the keyboard we end up with (Samson Carbon 49) only has MIDI out, would sending MIDI out from the T-8 to MIDI in on the S-1 be an option? This keyboard doesn't have an arpeggio feature anyway. Your thoughts? Thank you!

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    8 ай бұрын

    Yes that would work!

  • @Andy-kg9pj
    @Andy-kg9pj Жыл бұрын

    What would happen if I overwritten the demo pattern? Is it lost forever? Can I, for example, choose demo pattern 5 sound and make my own pattern and save it somewhere else? Or do I have to overwrite pattern 5?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    There's for sure a way to factoiry reset- i'm just not sure how to do that. I'd recommend checking the manual.

  • @rishiiization
    @rishiiization Жыл бұрын

    Not sure if you have mentioned, but the Aira S1 response to midi channel 3 while receiving midi CC. To the others, just make sure you set your midi out channel on the midi keyboard to channel 3 and you should be good to go

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Haven't responded yet! Thank you for this :-)

  • @OccamPuntas

    @OccamPuntas

    Жыл бұрын

    I can't have the S1 play a single note via MIDI in. Have tried from multiple sources: a Keystep pro and a BlackBox1010 (both midi out channel 3). Are there other settings on the S1 I'm missing?

  • @DavidBlueMultimedia

    @DavidBlueMultimedia

    Жыл бұрын

    @@OccamPuntas Same problem with keystep 37. Is there a midi receive switch in the S1 settings?

  • @OccamPuntas

    @OccamPuntas

    Жыл бұрын

    @@DavidBlueMultimedia My problem was caused by a difference in TRS standard. I was using a TRS to MIDI type B adapter (which came with my blackbox 1010). But the S1 needs a type A TRS to Midi adapter. As soon as I got the right adapter the issue was solved. Too bad they didn't provide it in the box. Let me know if that works for you!

  • @kidzorro
    @kidzorro3 ай бұрын

    3:12 Hi Liam, what is that holder you're using to prop up the Roland S-1? Is it height adjustable, and could it work for other small synths? Thanks

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    3 ай бұрын

    I can't remember the company name of that one but I get currently get all of my stands from Analog Cases.

  • @jmoody3
    @jmoody3 Жыл бұрын

    I heard you mention that you offer lessons on some hardware devices. Do we need to be Patreon members to make that happen, or can that be handled directly?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    You do not need to be a Patreon member to book a lesson- here's where you can book: liamkillen.youcanbook.me

  • @GullySyde28
    @GullySyde289 ай бұрын

    Hey man if u wabt to use a preset sound, instead of clearing pattern? Can you vopy to new bank and then clear? Will it keep the sound? Thanks great upload like always

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    9 ай бұрын

    I'm not 100 % sure of the ins and outs on this one. I would suggest hitting up a related group on Facebook- there's for sure something there.

  • @schmapps1
    @schmapps1 Жыл бұрын

    At 7:30 when you were going through all the steps, and adding extra notes on top of each other: could you also have just live-recorded the notes over top of each other? With the pattern running and recording?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    I haven't tried this, i'm not sure if the new note would replace the old one, or if they would stack over top of one another.

  • @schmapps1

    @schmapps1

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LiamKillen Thanks for the reply. Yeah, with the J6 the notes get replaced. But I'm hoping it's different with the S-1

  • @ottosmops5155
    @ottosmops51559 ай бұрын

    Hi guys I just fail to connect the Arturia with the S1. Any suggestions? MiDI setup? Wrong cables?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    9 ай бұрын

    It's most likely the wrong 5 pin midi to 8th inch midi adaptor- there's two different types - make sure you're using the right one. It's the most annoying problem in the synth world.

  • @donflanary2461
    @donflanary2461 Жыл бұрын

    how are you getting your Arturia to control your S-1??? I can't get it to work through the midi, help?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Make sure your controller is set to channel 3- that might solve it.

  • @CTraviesoMusic
    @CTraviesoMusic6 ай бұрын

    Por favor, ayudame a enviar notas desde @flstudio a la Roland s1... Creo que se puede hacer mediante USB, pero solo consigo enviar las notas desde la Roland al Fl Studio. Pero me gustaría hacer las melodías en el Fl Studio y modular en la s1. También he probado el enviar las notas midi, mediante una novation launchpad pro mk2. Pero no le he sacado ni el 30 por ciento del rendimiento 😢

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    6 ай бұрын

    Lo siento, ¡no soy usuario de FL Studio! Buena suerte para encontrar la información y gracias por mirar :-)

  • @marike1100
    @marike1100 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Liam, quick question: where you able to record midi in and send midi out in a DAW with that S-1 / Keystep setup? Having issues here. Thank you.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    I haven't tried this yet and therefor I am useless to you.

  • @marike1100

    @marike1100

    Жыл бұрын

    Not at all. Thanks for the reply, much appreciated.

  • @darkillusionsstudios6335
    @darkillusionsstudios633510 ай бұрын

    Quick question. Was your Keystep plugged into a computer, or did you use a wall socket?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    10 ай бұрын

    Walk socket if I remember correctly!

  • @darkillusionsstudios6335

    @darkillusionsstudios6335

    10 ай бұрын

    @@LiamKillen awesome! Thank you 👍🏻

  • @unclemick-synths
    @unclemick-synths Жыл бұрын

    Great video 👍. Does the sequencer have a way to transpose to incoming MIDI notes? If not and you have a contact at Roland, please ask them to implement it. The sequencer in my Boutique JP-08 doesn't do that and that really stinks - programming the same sequence into several patterns and then manually switching between them just doesn't hack it.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Ummmm there might be a way I’m not 100% sure

  • @alvarock65
    @alvarock65 Жыл бұрын

    I just can't get it to work with midi, I am using Type A Midi adapter, tried all the channels and nothing, no notes come out when I play on an external keyboard, tried with Arturia Minillab 3 and Roland Fantom 07, no sound at all via midi! Any thoughts?? Please help, thanks!

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Honestly I would say double check you’ve got the right adaptor

  • @alvarock65

    @alvarock65

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LiamKillen I just found out that my cable was bitten by my cat :-/ , I bought a new one and it is working now! Thank you so much my friend! Keep up the good work! Very nice channel, congratulations!!!

  • @alvarock65

    @alvarock65

    Жыл бұрын

    One more thing, I just found another video while searching for solutions here and the guy explained the difference between Type A and Type B, it is just the polarity of the TRS cable, he used some stereo breakout cables and cheap adapters to invert the polarity and it just works!

  • @MRREAZE
    @MRREAZE9 ай бұрын

    bought this a month ago love it

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    9 ай бұрын

    Have fun :-)

  • @toniolargeaspada5437
    @toniolargeaspada5437 Жыл бұрын

    What type of Mehdi cable do you used on the Roland S1, I picked up a boss, Mehdi, TRS/midi multi directional BMDI - 1-35 and it doesn’t seem to work

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m pretty sure those should work- make sure you’re set to the right midi channel on your Keystep- I’m pretty sure it’s channel 3

  • @davidcloutman2949

    @davidcloutman2949

    5 ай бұрын

    The TRS jack is the same 3.5mm jack that you would have plugged into your Walkman's headphone jack in the 1980s. Don't use the modern variant designed for cellphones. That won't work. The cables are cheap and ubiquitous. You don't need a fancy Roland cable. That being said, cheap cables tend to have lower build quality so don't buy the cheapest cable you can find.

  • @RealityShiftUK
    @RealityShiftUK17 күн бұрын

    Nice ! I wonder if this will go with the Roland tr 6

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    11 күн бұрын

    the s-1 ? Absolutely. It will work especially well with anything that's Roland.

  • @CaptainFuzzzy
    @CaptainFuzzzy8 ай бұрын

    How did you get the T8 to work with the Arturia??

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    8 ай бұрын

    Make sure you have the right 5 pin to midi adaptor! It's the most annoying problem in the synth world, there are multiple kinds.

  • @CaptainFuzzzy

    @CaptainFuzzzy

    7 ай бұрын

    Got the right cable thanks to your heads up. Still no response from the Keystep tho. Set them both to the same channel. Hmm

  • @DavidBlueMultimedia
    @DavidBlueMultimedia Жыл бұрын

    Hi Liam - How do switch from the keyboard on the S-1 to enable the keystep 37 to override it? I have both devices wired as shown and set to channel 3 but can't get them to talk to each other.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    There's a good chance that you're not using the correct 5 pin to 8th inch adaptor- I can never remember which model is the correct one for Roland products but the Elektron adaptor worked for me.

  • @DavidBlueMultimedia

    @DavidBlueMultimedia

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LiamKillen thanks Liam! I've ordered an adapter from Amazon, still waiting for the delivery, hopefully that will do the trick.

  • @DavidBlueMultimedia

    @DavidBlueMultimedia

    Жыл бұрын

    MIDI Adapter Breakout Cable - Audio Jack TRS 3.5mm to MIDI 5 Pins DIN Female - Type A - working now, thanks for your advice.

  • @julianfrank2461
    @julianfrank2461 Жыл бұрын

    once you record a 16 step loop is it possible to extend to 64 and copy the first bar to the other 3?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm sure there's a way but I don't know how to navigate this one.

  • @julianfrank2461

    @julianfrank2461

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LiamKillen nowhere in the manual either but I swear I saw someone do it before

  • @leewightman8619
    @leewightman8619 Жыл бұрын

    Can you use these to plug in a keyboard and sequence the keyboard sounds with the t8 or S1 like a korg sq1 or a beat step?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes you can sequence these with an external controller!

  • @leewightman8619

    @leewightman8619

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@LiamKillencan you sequence the sounds of a keyboard though the t8

  • @Painsoreal
    @Painsoreal Жыл бұрын

    Brilliant synth

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    truly.

  • @C-viche
    @C-viche10 ай бұрын

    Hi, i am havin some problems to make S1 controller by midi with the keystep 32, can you help me pls?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    9 ай бұрын

    I can probably help in an online lesson! Here's what I offer: www.liamkillen.com/book-a-lesson

  • @skinberry2
    @skinberry2 Жыл бұрын

    Now we wait for a Aira pocket sampler to complement this quartet

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Ouuuuuuu

  • @mindscaper1898

    @mindscaper1898

    Жыл бұрын

    My thoughts exactly

  • @OneAndOnlyMe
    @OneAndOnlyMe10 ай бұрын

    The S-1 has an accelerometer in it too which is innovative.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    10 ай бұрын

    Couldn't have said it better myself.

  • @SeasonsFingerboards
    @SeasonsFingerboards Жыл бұрын

    Awesome overview of the S-1! What's the stand you're using to raise the synth up?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! And the stand is from Varidock ! Highly recommended

  • @magicizaproblem
    @magicizaproblem Жыл бұрын

    Hey Liam, with the part of your video where you showed the metronome I understand how you turned on the count in in the menu etc. But you showed a way to turn the metronome off with shift so you dont have to use the menu. I can't get the shift+ record to turn off metronome...any thoughts on what needs tone setup for it to work?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Each time you hit shift + record you'll see on the screen what's happening- there's an option there to turn it off.

  • @robinsharepointblog
    @robinsharepointblog Жыл бұрын

    Just out of curiosity, how easy is it use these two machines together in a DAW where the DAW is controlling these devices (e.g. via midi?) ? I know the form factor is meant for on the road-use, but looking at this from a producing standpoint to load a project in a DAW and use that for sequencing rather than the machines themselves.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    I haven't dug into this much but they are absolutely compatible with a DAW- i'm just not sure to what degree.

  • @MrPawillie
    @MrPawillie Жыл бұрын

    how do i get to midi channel settings

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Shift and menu - scroll through there you’ll find it

  • @devtank
    @devtank Жыл бұрын

    This video is proving to me that my Keystep MIDI doesn't work. Also, what is that stand you have the S1 on? Id like to have one of those.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    It does work though 🧐 As for the stand- here’s a link! www.varidock.com/

  • @WVandellHarris
    @WVandellHarris Жыл бұрын

    Hello thank you for this video specifically! This is probably a no brainer question… this same set up would apply to a TR-8s + S-1 correct?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    It certainly would 😊

  • @mindscaper1898
    @mindscaper1898 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this, just got the s1 and I’m loving it. My first hardware acquisition! I was using iOS music apps for years but decided to go the hardware route Your video was so clear and easy to understand, is there any chance you could do a short video on the osc draw function? I’m trying to follow the manual but not getting any sound changes For example, I want to sculpt an acid lead to keep me going until I get the t 6

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s my pleasure ! Enjoy the s-1 😊

  • @magicizaproblem
    @magicizaproblem Жыл бұрын

    Also Liam in the video where u hook up the t8 when you do what seems like scrubbing steps and you added in notes - is this something only possible when S-1 and T8 are hooked up or can the S-1 do this by itself?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm not exactly sure what you mean on this one.

  • @magicizaproblem

    @magicizaproblem

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LiamKillen I jus got it. I had to update to v1.02. Out the box stuff you are doing just wasn't possible. Great video!

  • @MrBencoussens
    @MrBencoussens10 ай бұрын

    Hi thanks for the great content, could you share a link for the small stand you are using in this video

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    10 ай бұрын

    Here it is: www.varidock.com/

  • @ARTEMIYNIK
    @ARTEMIYNIKАй бұрын

    But how to do 8 bars?only 64 steps

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Ай бұрын

    I don't know exactly what you're referring to because I made this video a while ago !

  • @sonarfreq
    @sonarfreq Жыл бұрын

    can you overdub an already recorded sequence in real-time in order to add notes rather than use step record?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    If I’m understanding correctly, no you cannot

  • @AbuAreejQ21
    @AbuAreejQ217 ай бұрын

    should I get them both or get the AKAI APC64 instead cuz i usually do abelton live??

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    7 ай бұрын

    Push 3 might be right up your alley too

  • @AbuAreejQ21

    @AbuAreejQ21

    7 ай бұрын

    @@LiamKillenThanks!

  • @BananaJuice1984
    @BananaJuice1984 Жыл бұрын

    How can i copy a 16 step sequence and repeat it in a 32 step sequence?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m pretty sure you just hit copy hold it and press the sequence you want to copy and it’ll prompt you to copy it over- if not do the same thing with a variation

  • @ajilful
    @ajilful11 ай бұрын

    Great Video, can I play two presets at the same time ?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    11 ай бұрын

    You cannot.

  • @leewightman8619
    @leewightman8619 Жыл бұрын

    I'm sending away for a t8 in a week ..do you know if I can sequence my Yamaha DJ x through it.?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm not 100 % sure with DJ syncing as i've never tried it.

  • @renodutton4959
    @renodutton49597 ай бұрын

    What is the stand being used to put synth on?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    7 ай бұрын

    That one’s from Varidock!

  • @CTraviesoMusic
    @CTraviesoMusic7 ай бұрын

    Amigo nesecito aprender a enviar notas desde Fl Studio a la Roland s1

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    7 ай бұрын

    I wish I knew what this meant.

  • @theanachron303
    @theanachron30311 ай бұрын

    Distrokid double charged me.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    11 ай бұрын

    whaaaaaa???

  • @treeratrecordings
    @treeratrecordings Жыл бұрын

    I would like to hear the lick with every preset.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    noted

  • @BassFunMusic
    @BassFunMusic Жыл бұрын

    Amazing ♥☺sounds BRo

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Appreciate you! :-)

  • @Scotty_0077
    @Scotty_0077 Жыл бұрын

    Liam, What is the little riser stand you are using for the S-1?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    I got it from Varidock! I have a few custom= stands from them and couldn't recommend them more.

  • @Scotty_0077

    @Scotty_0077

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LiamKillen that’s a really cool concept, I might get a larger one to hold all the boutiques together

  • @pameladolin929
    @pameladolin929 Жыл бұрын

    can you save midi file to a usb stick? Tyvm 4 info!

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    not to my knowledge.

  • @MariaCalfaDePaul
    @MariaCalfaDePaul Жыл бұрын

    Really great Intro for this cool synth. Quick question. I have noticed a few synths have the thing where the presets are built into the “pattern” but when you do a save does that also save the changed preset and not just just the pattern. I have ruined a few presets on other small synths that way and it drives me crazy. So I guess you have to do a save mayve to a whole different pattern? Is that what needs to happen on this one too ? Like on the pattern you saved. Did it mess up the preset that you said you liked ?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm pretty sure that there's a "save all" sort of option which saves all of the above- as opposed to just the pattern, let's say. This is a common thing with other Roland units as well.

  • @MariaCalfaDePaul

    @MariaCalfaDePaul

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LiamKillen but can you save to a different location so that you don’t screw up the original preset ?

  • @mindscaper1898

    @mindscaper1898

    Жыл бұрын

    I remember you, you were involved in the iOS music community some years back

  • @MariaCalfaDePaul

    @MariaCalfaDePaul

    Жыл бұрын

    @@mindscaper1898 good memory. That is what gpt mr stsrted with electronic music. :)

  • @plutostube
    @plutostube Жыл бұрын

    can you have the parameters recorded in the sequencer but the notes to be sent from external midi (not coming from the internal sequencer)? ps: to work like a complex modulator for 8 parameters

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    That i haven't tried lol.

  • @plutostube

    @plutostube

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LiamKillen its working, I found out in the mean time 🙏

  • @EdgyNumber1
    @EdgyNumber1 Жыл бұрын

    ACB far and away better than Zen. S-1 and TR-8S would make an awesome team!

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    They certainly do !!!

  • @Orbit_Eternal
    @Orbit_Eternal Жыл бұрын

    Hi Liam. I was wondering if you could help me out. I recently picked up a Roland S-1, and have been trying to connect it to the Keystep 37. I have what I believe to be all of the proper cable connections. TRS type A MIDI adapter. Could use a little help and guidance. Appreciate any info that you can provide. Thanks. I am a bit of a novice when it comes to this stuff.

  • @Orbit_Eternal

    @Orbit_Eternal

    Жыл бұрын

    Nevermind. I figured it out. I was on the wrong MIDI channel.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    OK cool! :-)

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad that you figured it out! :-)

  • @Orbit_Eternal

    @Orbit_Eternal

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks. Also I reached out to you via your website looking for lessons. Don’t know if you’ve had a chance to see it yet.

  • @johanmentzer762
    @johanmentzer762 Жыл бұрын

    What is that clever stand ?

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Got it from Varidock! They have some really great custom stands.

  • @johanmentzer762

    @johanmentzer762

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LiamKillen Ah thanks!

  • @alipaulstagram
    @alipaulstagram Жыл бұрын

    Roland really love making things tiny.

  • @fatmstr97

    @fatmstr97

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s all about the motion in the ocean

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    yeah they're accessing this new market with these.

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Indeed it is :-)

  • @agustinbernal2760
    @agustinbernal2760 Жыл бұрын

    I heard "the lick" at sone point! 😅

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh yeah all over the place haha

  • @Painsoreal
    @Painsoreal Жыл бұрын

    Not bad🤠

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    Жыл бұрын

    Not bad at all!!

  • @jasonlitherland4270
    @jasonlitherland427010 ай бұрын

    This is insaaaaaaaaaaaaane for two hundred dollars

  • @LiamKillen

    @LiamKillen

    10 ай бұрын

    Absolutely!