Elektron Tonverk represents Elektron's entry into a new platform territory — a comprehensive polyphonic multisampler and audio processor designed to push the boundaries of sound exploration and music creation. This machine serves as both an intuitive sonic pathfinder and an intricate labyrinth of creative possibilities, offering musicians and producers a vast array of tools for capturing, processing, routing, and transforming audio in unprecedented ways.

Possible Usage Scenarios

• Live performance instrument with polyphonic playback and real-time sound manipulation
• Studio workstation for creating and processing multisampled instruments from external gear
• Sound design laboratory for exploring complex routing and extensive effect chains
• Drum machine and rhythm creator using Subtracks to load up to eight simultaneous sample layers
• Sampling station for capturing external hardware synths and making monophonic patches polyphonic
• MIDI sequencer hub with 16-note polyphonic sequencing capabilities
• Effects processor for external audio with multiple routing configurations
• Song and pattern arranger with comprehensive song mode and pattern transitions
• Modular integration point for routing audio in and out of external processing chains
• Educational tool for learning advanced synthesis, sampling, and signal routing concepts
• Preset and instrument library builder for archiving and organizing custom sounds
• Performance controller with chord mode, arpeggiator, and scale quantization for live improvisation

Architecture & Core Concept

At its foundation, Tonverk provides eight stereo audio tracks that can be utilized in vastly different ways depending on your creative direction. Beyond these primary tracks, the system includes an additional eight tracks dedicated to buses, send effects, and mix operations. This 16-track architecture creates a universe of routing possibilities, with each track featuring its own dedicated sequencer. The result is an instrument that functions equally well as a standalone performance tool, a studio centerpiece, or an effects processing powerhouse.

The Four Machines

Tonverk's sound generation revolves around four distinct machines, three for audio and one for MIDI control:

Single Player reimagines the classic one-shot sampler as a polyphonic instrument. Users can load, record, or drag-and-drop stereo samples directly from their device and play them back with full polyphonic capabilities. The machine offers precise control over start and end points, loop positioning, and includes a crossfade parameter for creating seamless, butter-smooth loops that can extend indefinitely into "polyphoninfinity."

Multi Player transforms Tonverk into a traditional multisampled instrument host. Various samples are intelligently mapped across the keyboard, ready to deliver melodic performances with the nuance and character of real instruments. The machine ships with a curated collection of multisampled instruments spanning diverse sonic territories, and users can expand this library infinitely through the Auto Sampler functionality.

Subtracks offers a unique approach where each of the eight lower row keys on Tonverk's keyboard can host its own independent sample. This essentially transforms a single track into eight simultaneous Subtracks, each capable of playing concurrently. Every Subtrack features its own dual filter system, amplitude envelope, and modulation capabilities. This architecture enables creative scenarios like layering eight different drum machines within a single drum machine track, or building complex textural instruments from carefully selected sound sources.

MIDI Machine extends Tonverk's capabilities beyond audio, allowing it to function as a sophisticated MIDI sequencer and controller for external gear, selectable on both audio and bus tracks.

Sampling Capabilities

Tonverk provides two complementary sampling approaches. The Recorder function delivers straightforward audio sampling from external or internal sources, following the familiar workflow that Elektron sampler users know and trust.

The Auto Sampler adds a transformative dimension to the sampling experience. By connecting MIDI-equipped gear—whether hardware synthesizers or software instruments via USB — users can automatically capture multisampled instruments with configurable note ranges and velocity layers. The system handles the tedious work of stepping through notes and recording each sample, making it effortless to transform a favorite monophonic synthesizer patch into a fully polyphonic instrument with extended range and expressive velocity response. The USB connectivity opens doors to sampling from any available software application on a connected computer or device.

Routing Adventures

Tonverk's routing system represents one of its most powerful and distinguishing features. Every track possesses independent routing capabilities, creating an extensive and flexible signal flow network where audio can travel from multiple sources to various destinations. Sounds can embark on their own unique processing journeys or converge for combined treatment through shared effects and buses.

The physical connectivity supports this routing philosophy with four balanced quarter-inch audio outputs, two balanced audio inputs, and a stereo headphone output that doubles as an additional routing destination. MIDI In, Out, and Thru ports provide comprehensive MIDI connectivity, while dual USB-C ports and an SD card slot round out the connection options. Notably, audio can be sent out of Tonverk, processed through external gear, and routed back in for further manipulation — creating hybrid signal paths that blend internal and external processing.

Effects Arsenal

The effects complement within Tonverk is nothing short of comprehensive. The machine introduces numerous new Elektron-designed effects including Rumsklang Reverb, Daisy Delay, Dirtshaper, Degrader, Chrono Pitch, Frequency Warper, Infinite Flanger, Phase 98, Filterbank, and Comb +/- filters. These join beloved Elektron classics and an expanded filter selection to create a processing toolkit that ranges from subtle enhancement to radical transformation.

With dedicated FX routing across the audio architecture and the ability to apply effects at track, bus, send, and mix levels, Tonverk becomes a true effects beast capable of both surgical precision and creative chaos.

Modulation Mayhem

Modulation possibilities in Tonverk extend far beyond typical sampling workstations. Each of the eight audio tracks features two voice LFOs, two dedicated FX LFOs, and one modulation envelope. When working with the Subtracks machine, many of these modulation capabilities become available per individual Subtrack, multiplying the creative potential exponentially.

Every track or Subtrack also includes one filter envelope and one amplitude envelope for classic subtractive synthesis-style shaping. The modulation doesn't stop at the track level — each bus, send effect, and the main mix track receives two additional LFOs. This creates a modulation matrix of staggering depth, enabling everything from subtle movement to wildly evolving sonic landscapes.

The Sequencer, Elevated

Tonverk takes the renowned Elektron sequencer architecture and expands it to its most ambitious implementation yet. Pattern lengths can extend up to 256 steps, providing room for extended compositions, evolving sequences, and intricate rhythmic structures. With every track featuring its own independent sequencer, users gain access to per-track parameter locking — a hallmark Elektron feature that allows any parameter to change value on specific sequencer steps.

The parameter lock system in Tonverk reaches new heights, offering more lockable parameters than any previous Elektron instrument. Remarkably, even the routing itself can be parameter locked, enabling sound to flow through different signal paths continuously or for precisely timed split-second moments. This creates opportunities for dynamic arrangements where the signal flow itself becomes a compositional element.

Additional sequencer features include individual pattern lengths per track, independent time scale multipliers, trig conditions and trig chance for generative sequencing, retrig functionality, micro timing for humanization and groove, and dedicated sequencer lanes for organizing complex patterns.

Performance Features

Beyond its studio capabilities, Tonverk excels as a performance instrument. The keyboard mode supports 36 different musical scales, making it accessible for players of varying skill levels and enabling instant harmonic coherence. Chord mode allows single keys to trigger full chords, while the per-track arpeggiator transforms static notes into rhythmic patterns.

Song mode provides arrangement capabilities for structuring complete compositions, while pattern transitions enable smooth changes between sections during live performance. Perform mode optimizes the interface for real-time interaction, and extensive modulation source assignments for external MIDI keyboards ensure that Tonverk responds expressively to performance gestures including pitch bend, mod wheel, breath control, and aftertouch.

Verkstation: Complete Workstation Concept

Tonverk positions itself as a potential complete Elektron workstation solution. Users can multisample their entire hardware collection, building a personalized library of instruments that can then be processed, layered, and sequenced in ways impossible with the original gear. Custom drum kits, melodic instruments, and effects presets can be saved and recalled instantly.

The combination of comprehensive sequencing, flexible routing, extensive effects processing, and expressive performance features — all contained within a single, integrated instrument — makes Tonverk a genuine workstation alternative that maintains the immediate, hands-on workflow Elektron is known for.

Sound Library

Tonverk ships with an extensive factory library designed to showcase its diverse capabilities. The included content spans multisampled instruments, complete Subtracks instrument sets, individual samples for the Single Player machine, and numerous presets that demonstrate the sonic range available. This library serves as both an immediate creative resource and an educational tool for understanding the machine's potential.

Technical Specifications

Audio Architecture

• Voice Polyphony: 8 voices per audio track
• Audio Tracks: 8 stereo audio tracks
• Bus Tracks: 4 stereo bus tracks
• Send Effect Tracks: 3 stereo send effect tracks
• Mix Track: 1 stereo master mix track
• Total Tracks with Sequencers: 16 independent sequencers

Factory Library

• Diverse sound library including single samples, drum sets, multisampled instruments, and presets

Machines

• Single Player: Polyphonic one-shot sample machine
• Multi Player: Multisampled instrument player
• Subtracks: 8 simultaneous sample layers per track
• MIDI Machine: Full MIDI sequencing and control (available on audio and bus tracks)

Filters & Modulation

• Track Filters: 1 digital base-width filter per track/subtrack
• Voice LFOs: 2 assignable LFOs per audio track
• FX LFOs: 2 assignable LFOs per audio track
• Bus/Send/Mix LFOs: 2 assignable LFOs per bus, send effect, and mix track
• Envelopes: 1 modulation envelope per voice, 1 filter envelope and 1 amplitude envelope per track/subtrack
• Performance Modulation: Dedicated modulation setup per track for pitch bend, mod wheel, breath control, and aftertouch

Effects Suite

• Comb +/- Filter
• Filterbank
• Low-pass Filter
• Multimode Filter
• Infinite Flanger
• Panoramic Chorus
• Phase 98
• Warble
• Chrono Pitch
• Frequency Warper
• Compressor
• Degrader
• Dirtshaper
• Daisy Delay
• Saturator Delay
• Rumsklang Reverb
• Supervoid Reverb

Sequencer Specifications

• Maximum Pattern Length: Up to 256 steps per pattern and track
• Pattern Length: Individual pattern length per track
• Time Scaling: Individual time scale multiplier per track
• Step Features: Parameter locks, trig conditions, trig chance, retrig (audio & MIDI), micro timing
• Sequencer Organization: Sequencer lanes for pattern arrangement
• Polyphonic Sequencing: Full polyphonic note entry and playback
• Arpeggiator: Per audio and MIDI track arpeggiator
• Step Edit Mode: Dedicated step editing functionality

Performance Features

• Trig Modes: 2 trig mode options
• Track Management: Dedicated track controls
• Velocity Sensitivity: Full velocity sensing and recording
• Keyboard Mode: 36 selectable musical scales
• Song Mode: Complete song arrangement system
• Chord Mode: Chord triggering from single keys
• Pattern Transitions: Smooth pattern changing options
• Perform Mode: Optimized performance interface

Routing Capabilities

• Extensive routing options with track-level control
• External send and return capability
• Headphone output doubles as routing destination
• Parameter-lockable routing for dynamic signal flow
• Multiple source to multiple destination routing matrix

MIDI Capabilities

• MIDI Polyphony: 16 note polyphony per step
• CC Controls: 16 assignable continuous controllers
• MIDI LFOs: 2 assignable LFOs per MIDI track
• MIDI Ports: MIDI In, Out, and Thru

Audio Connectivity

• Audio Outputs: 4 × ¼" impedance balanced audio output jacks
• Audio Inputs: 2 × ¼" balanced audio input jacks
• Headphone Output: 1 × ¼" stereo headphone jack (also routable)
• Converter Quality: 48 kHz, 24-bit D/A and A/D converters
• External Input Mixer: Dedicated mixer with routable outputs

Digital Connectivity

• USB Ports: 2 × USB-C ports
• USB Audio: Class Compliant USB Audio interface
• Storage: SD card slot (64 GB SD card included)
• MIDI: 5-pin DIN MIDI In, Out, and Thru

Display

• 128 × 64 pixel OLED display

Physical Specifications

• Construction: Sturdy steel casing
• Dimensions: W 286 × D 176 × H 63 mm (11.3″ × 6.9″ × 2.5″) including knobs and feet
• Weight: Approximately 1.85 kg (4.08 lbs)
• Mounting: 100 × 100 mm VESA mounting holes (M4 screws, max 7 mm length)

Factory Included Accessories

• 64 GB SD card
• Power Supply PSU-5
• Elektron USB-C cable
• Exclusive artwork