SampleTron 2… They didn’t miss with this one!
Sample based Hip hop producers will find value in the Mellotron. This vintage instrument has significantly influenced production techniques despite not achieving the iconic status of the turntable or drum machine.
The Mellotron’s introduction to the music scene was brief but impactful, running with the idea of the Chamberlin and setting the stage for the advent of sampling, a cornerstone of Hip hop.
Instruments like the Fairlight CMI, Akai Mpc series, and other sampling drum machines marked a new era in music production during the ’80s and ’90s’.
Although the Mellotron may not be a staple in modern Hip hop production setups, its legacy endures in the samplers and synthesizers that are now vital to Hip hop’s production process, continuing to influence new musical styles and techniques.
SampleTron 2 Walkthrough Video
SampleTron 2 Instruments
In SampleTron 2, the ‘skin’ changes according to the sound selected for Track A. The default skin is classic white M400 when using’ non-Tron’ samples.
Overall, the software features 10 interfaces, each designed to reflect the look of original vintage instruments.
SampleTron 2 Models With Shortlist Of Sample Instruments
| Model | Based On | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| M1 | Chamberlin M1 | 2 TRUMPETS M1, BRASS M1, CELESTE CHORDS M1, etc. |
| MkII | Mellotron MkII | BRASS B SUPPER MKII, 60S SWIRL GUITAR MKII, etc. |
| M300 | Mellotron M300 tape-based sample player | TRUMPET M300, ACCORDION BASS M300, STRINGS M300, etc. |
| M400 | Mellotron M400 | PIANO-LIKE M400, BIG TRON BRASS M400, SPRING GUITAR M400, etc. |
| M400S | Mellotron M400S | 3 VIOLINS M400S EXT, 8-VOICE CHOIR M400S, SOLO FLUTE M400S, etc. |
| Novatron | Novatron | BRASS+STRNGS NOVA, SOLO CELLO NOVA, CHOIR NOVA, etc. |
| Optigan | Mattel Optigan | MOVIN BADLY OPTIGN, HARMONIUM OPTIGN, CHOIR OPTIGN, etc. |
| Orchestron | Vako Orchestron | SOLO HORN ORCHESTRN, ORGAN ORCHESTRN, STRINGS ORCHESTRN, etc. |
| 360 | 360 System Digital Keyboard | SOLO HORN 1 360, VIBES 360, EP 360, etc. |
| VP330 | Roland VP-330 analog vocoder | VOCODER STRINGS DRY VP330, SUPER VP CHOIR, GENECHOIR, etc. |
| Modern | New acoustic & electric instruments designed for SampleTron 2 | SUNBURST PIANO ACOUSTIC, BRASS ORCH MODERN, SOLO TRUMPET MODERN, etc. |
Sampletron Overview Video
SampleTron 2 Demo
Yes, everyone sound used in this demo comes from SampleTron 2!
SampleTron 2: Hip Hop, Lofi, Chill Hop
Here’s a quick outline to give you an idea of how SampleTron 2 can be useful in for multiple hip hop sub genres.
| Genre | Tones | Instruments | Specifics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hip-Hop | Flute and string sections for atmospheric backgrounds; choir sounds for soulful layers. | Mellotron flutes, strings, and choir. | Sample sounds to create loops or hooks, adding a vintage or cinematic vibe. |
| Lo-fi Hip-Hop | Warm, nostalgic tones, especially flutes, strings, and electric piano for mellow backdrops. | Mellotron flutes, strings, brass. | Perfect for mellow, atmospheric backdrops; enhances lo-fi quality with wobbly sounds. |
| Chill Hop | Smooth, mellow tones from strings and choir to add depth without overpowering. | Mellotron strings, choir, and brass. | Layered under beats for a relaxed vibe; use subtle, ambient pads for background. |
| Rock | Dramatic string and brass sounds for classic, progressive edge or psychedelic touch. | Mellotron strings, brass, choir. | Use for bold sections in ballads or to add psychedelic touch to traditional tracks. |
| Alternative | Unique, sometimes eerie tones for experimental edge and atmospheric intros or bridges. | Mellotron flutes, strings, choir. | Great for creating atmospheric intros, bridges, or backing textures. |
| Jazz | Unexpected texture or vintage vibe, though not traditionally jazz. | Mellotron flutes, strings, vibes. | Use sparingly for color or to create nostalgic or cinematic feel. |
SampleTron System Requirements
To run SampleTron, you’ll need to meet some basic requirements. However, how well it performs will depend on what and how many tracks/plugins you’re currently running within your session prior to loading an instance of SampleTron 2.
Remember, the more resources your machine has available, the smoother your experience will be.
MacOS Requirements
- Operating System: MacOS 10.10 or later
- CPU: Intel-based Mac or later; compatible with M1 (Apple silicon) using Rosetta 2
- RAM: Minimum 4 GB RAM (8 GB recommended)
- Storage: 10 GB available hard drive space
- Graphics: OpenGL 2 compatible graphics adapter
Windows Requirements
- Operating System: Windows 7 or later
- CPU: Intel or AMD CPU with SSE2 support; multi-core recommended
- RAM: Minimum 4 GB RAM (8 GB recommended)
- Storage: 10 GB available hard drive space
- Graphics: OpenGL 2 compatible graphics adapter
- Sound Card: ASIO compatible for low-latency performance
Conclusion
This is yet another excellent Mellotron emulation as if your computer didn’t already have enough.
Definitely, do not pass up on this one. SampleTron 2 offers a lot, including, but not limited to, its presets, DSP power, and a slew of other features.
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