Elektron Digitakt II OS 1.10: A Deep-Dive into the New Digital Arsenal

The star of the update is the new Comb Positive filter. Unlike its Comb Negative sibling, which produces hollow, tube-like resonances, Comb Positive introduces metallic, string-like overtones using positive feedback. The video highlights a clever workflow tip: holding the function button while adjusting frequency moves the feedback tones in octaves of C, and with key tracking set to 100%, the filter can be played melodically—essentially turning it into a pseudo-synth engine.

Modulation gets a significant boost with the addition of key tracking as a source. Users can now route incoming note values—whether from an external MIDI controller or Digitakt II’s own keyboard mode—to up to four different parameters per track, each with independent positive or negative offsets. This opens up nuanced sound design, such as inverting filter envelope depth or dynamically shaping filter cutoff based on pitch. Mono sampling is another practical addition: users can now sample from either the left or right input individually, or sum both to mono, making it easier to integrate multiple mono synths or external sources into a Digitakt-centric workflow.

Track Swap is a deceptively simple but powerful addition. It allows users to instantly exchange all settings, presets, and sequencer data between any two tracks. This is especially useful for live performers who need to reorganize their sets on the fly, or for studio users seeking a tidier project structure without losing their meticulously crafted patterns. The process is straightforward: access the track setup menu, select Track Swap, and hold the two desired track trig keys until the swap is confirmed. It’s a small workflow tweak with outsized impact for those who like to keep their sessions fluid and adaptable.

The sequencer, always a core strength of Elektron machines, gets even more flexible in OS 1.10. Parameter locks can now be applied to all active trigs on a page or track in one go—a boon for those who want to quickly inject variation without laborious step-by-step editing. The video demonstrates how holding a trig and page or trig and track enables rapid parameter changes across multiple steps.

Another welcome addition is the overdub option for live recording mode. Instead of overwriting existing trigs, users can now layer new notes on top—ideal for building up complex MIDI sequences or adding melodic lines over sustained chords. These enhancements further cement Digitakt II’s reputation as a performance-friendly, composition-ready groovebox.