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How do I configure the Octatrack MKII to send MIDI clock and transport controls to other devices in my setup?
Go to the Project menu > MIDI > Sync and enable 'Clock Send' and 'Transport Send'. Then, adjust the MIDI channel in the MIDI > Channels menu to match your other devices.
What is the best way to save and manage my patterns, kits, and parts on the Octatrack MKII?
Use the 'Project' menu to save your entire project, which includes all patterns, kits, parts, and settings. Regularly backup your projects to an external storage device via the USB port for safekeeping.
How do I quickly switch between different audio slices within a sample loaded into a Flex Machine on the Octatrack MKII?
Use the 'SRC' (Source) page of the Flex Machine and use the LFO to modulate the 'Slice' parameter, allowing for rhythmic or evolving slice changes, or trigger the slices manually using the sequencer.
Why am I experiencing audio dropouts or stuttering when using multiple tracks and effects on the Octatrack MKII?
The Octatrack MKII has a limited polyphony and DSP processing power; try reducing the number of tracks playing simultaneously, simplifying the effect chains, or using more efficient sample formats (e.g., mono instead of stereo).
What is a 'Static Machine' and how does it differ from a 'Flex Machine' on the Octatrack MKII?
A Static Machine streams audio directly from the CompactFlash card, allowing for longer samples, while a Flex Machine loads samples into RAM, providing faster access and manipulation but limited by RAM size.