PROCESSOR MANAGEMENT TIPS
If you have experienced drop outs or crackling sounds with bitbox mk2, you have
probably pushed the processor to its limits. Bitbox mk2 does not limit what you can do
based on anticipated processor load. We have tried to balance the design of the system
to optimize what you can do without over-driving the processor while still giving you
room to make creative choices. That being said, here are some tips you can use to
reduce your processor load and the corresponding chance of encountering sound
artifacts:
■ Configure your pads to run monophonic whenever possible. On most percussion
sounds, you won't hear the difference and this is an easy win.
■ Use mono samples instead of stereo where appropriate. Stereo samples are
twice the work to load and play.
■ Use 48kHz samples when possible—especially for stuff played at unity pitch.
This gives the CPU less work to do.
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