Digitakt II

SampleStack supported

Elektron

A 16-track drum computer and sampler with deep sequencing and 5 playback machines.

Format

Standalone

Sample Rate

48 kHz

Bit Depth

16-bit (converted internally)

Channels

Stereo or Mono

File Formats

WAV, AIFF, MP3 (via Transfer app)

Storage

Internal +Drive (20 GB)

Specifications

Memory 400 MB sample RAM, 20 GB +Drive storage

Features

  • 16 stereo/mono audio tracks (also usable as MIDI tracks)
  • 128 steps per pattern/track, individual length and time scale
  • 5 SRC machines (Oneshot, Werp, Stretch, Repitch, Grid)
  • 5 filter machines
  • 3 assignable LFOs per track
  • 1,024 samples per project

Transfer Method

Elektron Transfer application (Mac/Windows) via USB. Auto-converts to 16-bit / 48 kHz, keeping stereo files stereo.

Notes

  • No direct SD card access; all transfers via USB using the Transfer app
  • Directory structures preserved when transferring folders
  • Auto-created target folder named /transfers-YYMMDD
  • Samples persist on the +Drive even after factory reset

Preparing samples for the Digitakt II

The Elektron Digitakt II has no card slot. Samples move over USB with the free Elektron Transfer app, which converts them to 16-bit, 48 kHz on the way in while keeping stereo files stereo, and stores them on the 20 GB +Drive. Folder structures are preserved, and transfers land in an auto-created /transfers-YYMMDD folder.

Samples stay on the +Drive even through a factory reset, so the library you build persists. SampleStack prepares and converts a set to 16-bit 48 kHz before it reaches the Transfer app, keeping folder structure intact so nothing is re-sampled or rearranged unexpectedly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sample format does the Digitakt II accept?

The Digitakt II accepts WAV, AIFF, and MP3 via the Elektron Transfer app. Samples are converted to 16-bit, 48 kHz, and both mono and stereo files are supported. The Transfer app handles the conversion automatically.

How do I get samples onto the Digitakt II?

Only via USB through the free Elektron Transfer app. There's no direct SD card or USB stick access. Drag samples into the app and they're transferred to the +Drive (20 GB internal storage). Folder structures are preserved on transfer.

How many samples does the Digitakt II hold?

Up to 1,024 samples per project, with up to 400 MB of sample RAM loaded at once and 20 GB of total +Drive storage. Samples persist on the +Drive even after a factory reset.

What's the difference between Digitakt I and II?

The Digitakt II adds stereo sample tracks (the original was mono-only), 16 audio tracks (up from 8), 5 sample playback machines including time-stretch and pitch, more sample memory, and longer patterns. Sample format requirements are similar but the II handles stereo files natively.

Why won't the Transfer app see my Digitakt II?

Most common cause is the Digitakt's USB mode being set to Audio/MIDI rather than Transfer. Hold FUNC and tap SETTINGS to switch modes. On macOS Sonoma and later, also check that USB device permissions are granted for the Transfer app in System Settings → Privacy & Security.

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