Elektron Machinedrum firmware

Elektron discontinued
drum-machine sequencer
Continue with Google Continue with Apple
⏸

Final firmware: 1.63

Elektron has stopped releasing firmware updates for this device. The last release we recorded is dated 23 May 2016.

What's new in 1.63

OS compatible with all Machinedrum versions. This release adds improved handling of program change messages, +Drive locking functions, and other refinements. For a full list of changes, see the documentation included with the upgrade zip file.

You can still add it to your rig to keep an inventory and track its used market price.

Download 1.63 from Elektronopens in a new tab — elektron.se

How to update the Elektron Machinedrum

Update via MIDI SysEx using the Elektron C6 SysEx Manager. Connect the Machinedrum to a computer via a MIDI interface, open the OS .syx file in C6, and transfer via SysEx. The machine will restart and install the OS automatically. Elektron Transfer is not compatible — use C6 only.

What you need

Elektron C6 — the software Elektron uses to load firmware onto the Elektron Machinedrum. Download links below.

Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.

Drivers & software for the Elektron Machinedrum

The Elektron Machinedrum is updated with Elektron C6, published by Elektron.

Download Elektron C6 from Elektronopens in a new tab — elektron.se

Sign in to see Reverb prices

Continue with Google Continue with Apple

Elektron Machinedrum firmware update history

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

1.6323 May 2016

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — elektron.se

Tracked in 1 rig on FW//RADAR.

Elektron Machinedrum manual & official pages

Elektron Machinedrum firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Elektron Machinedrum?

The latest firmware for the Elektron Machinedrum is version 1.63, released on 23 May 2016. FW//RADAR checks Elektron's official sources for new releases.

How do I update the Elektron Machinedrum?

Update via MIDI SysEx using the Elektron C6 SysEx Manager. Connect the Machinedrum to a computer via a MIDI interface, open the OS .syx file in C6, and transfer via SysEx. Full instructions on Elektron's official firmware page.

What software do I need to update the Elektron Machinedrum?

You need Elektron C6, available from Elektron's support site.

Where can I download Elektron Machinedrum firmware and drivers?

Directly from Elektron's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →

Where can I find the Elektron Machinedrum manual?

The official Elektron user manual is a PDF hosted on elektron.se. Elektron Machinedrum user manual (PDF) →

Is the Elektron Machinedrum still receiving firmware updates?

Elektron has stopped releasing firmware for the Elektron Machinedrum. The last version is 1.63 from 23 May 2016.

Related Elektron devices

Similar sequencer gear

View on Reverb →