Polyend Tracker Mini Portable Audio Workstation

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Musicians and producers on-the-go will rejoice over the Polyend Tracker Mini, a handheld, battery-powered audio workstation with a retro form factor and updated and forward-thinking functionality. The device features an integrated sampling engine and two synthesizer engines (granular & wavetable) well suited for any creative artists looking to break patterns and forge unique avenues of sonic construction. The Tracker Mini incorporates all the characteristics of the original Tracker, but in a smaller, handheld format, perfect for creating music anywhere.

The Tracker Mini has numerous improvements, including a built-in rechargeable battery, onboard microphone, extended memory (up to 8 minutes mono), stereo sample compatibility, audio over USB, and a hard case. The Tracker Mini is backwards compatible and can interchange files freely with the original Tracker.

To get you started, a collection of genre-specific sound packs made by professional artists has been included. You can also load your existing sample library or record new ones with the line input or built-in microphone. Thanks to the bilateral MIDI implementation, you can use the Tracker Mini to sequence and control external gear, or it can be used as a sound module controlled by any external MIDI software or hardware devices. The Tracker Mini includes a range of accessories such as a USB-A power adapter, a USB-C cable, a stereo 3.5mm to dual 1/4" adapter cable, a 3.5mm to MIDI DIN 5-pin adapter, a 16 GB microSD card, and a microSD to USB-A adapter.

Handheld Tracker Form Factor Large 5" Screen and Vertical Timeline Powerful Sequencer + Onboard Microphone Sampler, Slicer, Wavetable, and Granular Import, Record, Edit Samples 8-Track, 256 Patterns, 128 Steps Built-In Effects and Advanced Tools Battery Powered: Up to 8 Hours of Use Includes MicroSD Card and Adapters Includes USB Cables and Audio Cables

Key Specs
Sound Generation	Analog Modeling / Digital / Sample-Based
Number of Pads	No
Audio I/O	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Main/Headphone Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Line Input
MIDI I/O	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Input (DIN 5-Pin Adapter Included) 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Output (DIN 5-Pin Adapter Included)
USB I/O	1x USB-C (Class-Compliant , Bus Power, MIDI)
Media/Memory Card Slot	Single Slot: microSD/microSDHC
Parameters
Sound Generation	Analog Modeling / Digital / Sample-Based
Number of Pads	No
Transport Controls	Yes: Record, Play
Display	Color TFT
Standalone Operation	Yes
Sounds
Number of Rhythm Pattern Presets	256x User Pattern
Set Lists & Kit Chaining	Yes
Sampling Formats	PCM - 44.1 kHz / 16-Bit (Record, Save, Mono) WAV - 16, 24, 32-Bit (Load/Import, Mono or Stereo)
Maximum Sample Length	30 Seconds per Sample
Built-In Effects	20x Preset (Factory)
Built-In Speaker	No
Sequencing & Recording
Sequencer	Number of Steps: 128x Step Number of Sequencer Patterns: 256
Motion Sequencing	Yes
Audio Recording Formats	WAV
Max Audio Recording Time	8 Minutes per Song
Connectivity
Audio I/O	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Main/Headphone Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Line Input
Trigger Device & Pedal Inputs	No
MIDI I/O	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Input (DIN 5-Pin Adapter Included) 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Output (DIN 5-Pin Adapter Included)
CV/Gate I/O	No
Sync I/O	No
Network I/O	No
USB I/O	1x USB-C (Class-Compliant , Bus Power, MIDI)
Media/Memory Card Slot	Single Slot: microSD/microSDHC
Internal Drive Bays	No
Wireless	No
Bluetooth	No
Audio Performance
I/O Impedance	1/8" / 3.5 mm Mic/Line Inputs: 29 Kilohms
Maximum Input Level	1/8" / 3.5 mm Mic/Line Inputs: 8.2 dBu
Maximum Output Level	1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Outputs: 9 dBu 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Outputs: 17.6 dBm
SNR	1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Inputs: 90 dB 1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Outputs: 97 dB 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Outputs: 98 dB
Compatibility
Included Software	No
Mobile App Compatible	No
Power
Power Requirements	USB Bus Power
AC/DC Power Adapter	Included
Current Consumption	1 A (Bus Power)
Physical
Color	Black
Included Accessories	USB Cable
Dimensions	6.7 x 5.1 x 0.8" / 17 x 13 x 2 cm
Weight	0.8 lb / 0.4 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight	2.68 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	12.6 x 11 x 2"

Polyend has refined the signal path to provide more headroom and pristine stereo audio playback. Additionally, they've added genre-specific sample packs pre-designed by professional artists to help you get started making music faster. The sampling time has been increased to four times the capacity of the original Tracker, and the audio over USB and USB MIDI make it perfect for hybrid setups. You can add individual track effects, record directly to your laptop, or mix and master in your DAW. The included travel case will keep your Tracker safe while you do what you love in new places.

Tracker Mini has all the necessary tools to create an album, whether you want to start with the included sample pack or record your own. You can convert samples to instruments, control external devices, create simple or complex compositions, mix tracks, master, and export songs. The Mini has got you covered.

Equipped with a high-quality microphone and an onboard battery that provides up to 8 hours of playtime, the Tracker Mini enables you to instantly transform your surroundings into a musical canvas. You can create a sample pack from a camping trip or craft a drum kit from your morning commute. Store your sonic memories, get inspired, and leave the studio behind.

Projects created on the original Tracker are fully compatible with the Mini, allowing you to start a song in the studio and finish it on the go.
Tracker Mini has a complete MIDI implementation, enabling you to control any external gear or use it as part of a larger setup. For greater convenience, you can also connect it to a MIDI keyboard to input notes.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. The manual implies this is "yes" but I'd like confirmation. After embedding 8 channels of AES/EBU into SDI on Channels 1-8, can I output the SDI into another BMD Audio to SDI Mini and embed another 8 channels of AES/EBU audio into 9-16... outputting a single SDI cable with all 16 channels of AES and video?

A: Absolutely, I do this quite often. Just some simple dip switch settings.

Q: 2. What audio input cable am I shopping for? Is this a TRS? I want to output from our Allen & Heath mixer's XLR.

A: Hello, If you have XLRM outputs from your mixer you will need XLR female to 1/4" TRS cables. This is what I use and it works fine.

Q: 3. Can you delay the audio to sync with the video? Looking to use without a computer. Audio from Mixer and Video from PTZ Camera. I will need to sync the audio, can this be done?

A: From working with this device, there is no way of delaying the audio source at all.. You can change the setting to where the analog audio is being set to the SDI stream. Like 1-4 or 5-8, etc Hope this helps.

Q: 4. I have 1 sdi camera that connects this capture card https://a href= http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/766050-REG/Blackmagic_Design_BDLKULSASDI_UltraStudio_SDI.html target= _blank www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/766050-REG/Blackmagic_Design_BDLKULSASDI_UltraStudio_SDI.html/aHow would I connect audio from my mixer board to this device and then into capture card ?

A: Connect your SDI camera to the input to the Mini Converter. Connect your audio console analog audio to the audio inputs to the Mini Converter. The output of the mini converter connects to the Ultra Studio

Q: 5. I see there are mini switches on this, what numbers to do you have on?

A: This all depends on your particular usage of the device. - Do you want to get analog or AES audio from it? Dipswitch #8 determines which one is output. - An SDI signal can carry up to 16 channels of audio - but this device can only output 4 for analog and 8 for AES at a time - so dipswitches #5 & 6 determine which group of audio channels is output.In my particular usage for this device - I want analog audio - channels 1-4 from the unit. So I leave all 8 dipswitches in the OFF position.

Q: 6. Does all 3 stool colors come with the cushion because the yellow one, in the pictures shown, come with the cushion?

A: All (3) colors come the same way. There is no cushion supplied with any one.

Q: 7. There is no information on the product! 1. What is the max height setting? 2. Is the height setting adjustable? 3. What is the weight?

A: The Mini Max Portable & Collapsible Stool has a maximum height of 17.7" / 45 cm. The height is adjustable. This item weighs 2.8 lb / 1.25 kg.

Q: 8. Is the analog audio output balanced or unbalanced?

A: The Blackmagic Design SDI to Audio Mini Converter has 4 channels of professional balanced analog audio with standard 1/4 inch jack connections.

Q: 9. what is the diameter of the seat?

A: The Diameter of the Mini Max Portable & Collapsible Stool is 9.85 inches .

Q: 10. I would like to derive audio wordclock from HDMI. My ADC will accept AES as wordclock. Can I use this with CONVMBHS24K6G "HDMI to SDI 6G Mini Converter" to embed silent audio (perhaps from unconnected analog inputs?) and then extract the silence to use as wordclock with this device?

A: I'm not sure if it is necessary to feed silent audio but you certainly can. If there is no audio on an SDI track the AES audio out will be silent.

Michael	24/09/2024
[USB Bus Power] They just work. Always fit perfectly. Look great. I have so many of them now! 5

luvmyboys27	13/09/2024
[Black] [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This computer is truly a dream come true for me! I am Starting my first work from home job so this was perfect for me to find as I’m limited on space. The HP Z2mini G9 Workstation is small, yet powerful. Equipped with windows 11 and an intel processed it is perfect for business entry level profession. 5

Gary in the USA	05/09/2024
[Color TFT] I wanted a small form workstation but needed NVIDIA graphics and this is working well for me. 5

John	04/09/2024
[1 A (Bus Power)] My 4 year old Lenovo was struggling to process things, so I upgraded to the HP X2 G9 Mini Workstation. It needed to share space with my CyberPower gamer pc that I use for photography processing, so a reduced footprint was important to me. I upgraded to 32 GB of Ram vs 16 in the Lenovo, and added 1 TB of external memory to the 500GB installed. So far, it's much, much faster processing things than the Lenovo ever was. I needed to add a Logitech webcam and Dell soundbar to the Dell monitor, and that seems to integrate well with the HP. 5

anyonymous	28/08/2024
[ Included] [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am so amazed at the power this mini workstation has. i7, 32gb RAM, 512 SSD, NVIDIA 8GB graphics...all of this in the tiny case. I know what you're thinking...what about thermal control and ports? Well, after playing Fortnite and getting through a couple CAD designs, I haven't seen this perform poorly yet or start to overheat. Obviously this isn't designed as a "gaming pc" and over long periods probably wouldn't have the cooling needed, but it can handle anything needed for the every day or business user. So impressed with this mini workstation, will be getting more when needed. 5

Dave	16/08/2024
[Black] This machine is blazingly fast and reliable. 5

Robert	17/07/2024
[Yes] My previous HP, a Z2 G4 has been solid for the past three years but the fan was loud and Chrome was usually the cause. On the Z9, add DDR5 memory and the maxed out NVidia A2000 video card, I have yet to hear the fan on the G9. It weighs a lot more than the G4 and I credit that to the beautiful metal outer case and all the heatsinking inside. The only drawback to the A2000 video option is you must loosen the one blue screw and remove the card if you need to do anything to the BIOS. Ms-windows must be running to get any video as the Nvidia A2000 card does not have EGA/VGA emulation. Not HPs fault, IMHO. BIOS company and microsoft need to add support. 5

Fozzie85	09/07/2024
[Yes] [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is my favorite desktop to date. It looks so sharp with my setup. I don't have to dedicate a huge space for a tower anymore. The graphics are on point; every click is sharp. The processor is impressive and fast. The only odd thing was there wasn't an HDMI port for the display. I had to get a conversion cord for a mini display port to HDMI. Super cheap cord, but odd that the port wasn't included. Also, to get into it, there's a simple little latch, which could make future upgrades easy. I think size and functionality are a perfect match in this modern workstation. It's awesome. 5

Letty406	18/06/2024
[USB Cable] [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love my HP Z2 Mini G9 Workstation it doesn't take up much room and fits perfectly in my office. It is very lightweight but a fast computer with enough memory and best yet with windows 11. I couldn't ask for a better workstation for my office that has everything I need all in one. Definitely recommend this amazing HP Z2 Mini G9 Workstation. 5