The Model:Cycles is a lightweight six‑track FM‑based groovebox designed for hands‑on sound exploration. Its six Machines—Kick, Snare, Metal, Perc, Tone, and Chord—offer a wide sonic palette, each shaped by four intuitive macro controls for fast, expressive sculpting. With Elektron’s powerful sequencer, per‑track control, and performance‑ready workflow, it enables fluid creation of rhythmic and melodic patterns in both studio and live environments. Key features Tracks 6 FM‑based audio tracks Sound engines Kick, Snare, Metal, Perc, Tone, Chord Macro controls 4 per Machine for rapid sound shaping Sequencer Elektron 64‑step sequencer with parameter locks Performance tools Chance, swing, micro‑timing, retrig Pads 6 velocity‑sensitive pads Connectivity MIDI In/Out/Thru, audio out, headphone out Power USB‑powered Dimensions Approx. 270 × 180 × 40 mm Weight Lightweight, portable design Overview Six Machines covering both percussive and melodic FM synthesis Dedicated knobs for immediate, tactile sound manipulation Flexible sequencing with per‑track length and tempo multipliers Built‑in performance features for dynamic live expression Compact and portable for mobile production setups Ideal for creating full rhythmic and melodic compositions without samples Included Accessories USB power cable Quickstart documentation Included Software Elektron Transfer utility Overbridge support for DAW integration
