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Common DirtyWave M8 Questions
How do I sync the Dirtywave M8 to other MIDI devices like a drum machine or DAW?
Go to the `CONFIG` menu, then `MIDI`. Set `MIDI Clock` to `IN` or `OUT` depending on whether the M8 is the master or slave. Ensure the devices are connected via a MIDI cable or USB and set to the same MIDI channel.
How do I save a pattern, preset, or entire song (project) on the M8?
To save a pattern, press `FUNC + NOTE`. To save a preset, press `FUNC + INSTR`. To save the entire song, hold `FUNC + FILE` and select a save slot. Remember to frequently save as the M8 does not autosave.
What are the most important shortcuts for navigating the M8 quickly?
`FUNC + ARROW` keys scroll through menus quickly. `FUNC + NOTE` saves a pattern. `FUNC + INSTR` saves an instrument. Hold `SHIFT` for fine adjustments on parameters.
My M8 is frozen or behaving erratically. What should I do?
First, try restarting the M8 by holding the power button until it turns off, then turning it back on. If that doesn't work, check the Dirtywave forums for firmware updates and installation instructions as it might be a software issue.
What's the best way to use the M8's built-in synthesizer engines, especially the Macrosynths?
Explore the Macrosynth instrument type by selecting it from the instrument menu, and experiment with the modulation matrix using `FUNC + FX`. Assign multiple parameters to a single knob for complex, evolving sounds.