Elektron yesterday introduced the Digitone II, a major update that adds new synthesis options, double the polyphony and 16-track sequencing.

Here’s a roundup of early reviews and demos for the new Elektron Digitone II:

First up is the Loopop review, embedded above. Host Ziv Eliraz offers an in-depth overview of the new synth, plenty of audio examples and his take on the device’s pros and cons. Eliraz says that “Digitone II is an excellent sounding, versatile multi-timbral synth,” but also notes that it’s a deep synth that comes with a steep learning curve and lots of key combinations to memorize.

Next up is a review from synthesist Sarah Belle Reid:

Reid is new to the Elektron workflow, and her video focuses primarily on the synth engine and audio demos, but does not dig deep into its sequencing and other capabilities.

This video, via hissquiet, is a Shut Up & Play style demo, featuring about 40 minutes of extended patch demos that highlight the range of the Digitone II:

Next up is a demo from Cuckoo, which captures him creating his first track on the Digitone II:

Synthesist Gino Cortesi says that ‘This is the best Elektron box to date” in his review, highlighting the deep synthesis engine combining with the Elektron sequencer’s capabilities:

Synthesist Jogging House shared this ambient track that features the Elektron Digitone 2 Ambient recorded to 1/4″ analog tape:

Check out the reviews and demos, and share your thoughts on the Digitone II in the comments