Cyclone Analogic TT-606 Drum Drone
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Cyclone Analogic
TT-606 Drum Drone
Product Info
Article Number:
402732
Brand:
Cyclone Analogic
Model:
TT-606 Drum Drone
Category:
Groove Boxes
Price:
$302.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The TT-606 is a fantastic little groovebox for anyone wanting classic drum machine sounds with a surprisingly deep sequencer. It’s a real winner for electronic musicians, beatmakers, and anyone looking for a portable, inspiring rhythm engine without needing a huge, complex workstation. The hands-on feel and immediate gratification are addictive.
Product Description
- Cyclone Analogic TT-606 Drum Drone
- Groovebox
- Instruments: Bass Drum
- Snare Drum
- Low Tom
- High Tom
- Cymbal
- Open Hi-Hat
- Closed Hi-Hat
- Rimshot
- Hand Clap
- Instrument- and submix level controls
- 64 User patterns with max. 64 steps
- 9 User tracks
- 32 User drum kits
- 16 User clips per instrument
- Per instrument
- per step modifiers: Accent
- Flam
- Roll
- Programmable fill variations for each pattern
- Time scales: 16th note
- 32nd note
- 8th note triplet
- 16th note triplet
- Assignable LED pattern colour
- Pattern copy / paste function
- Maximum programming length: 240 bars
- Per bar fill variation option
- 26 Illuminated buttons
- Tap Tempo input
- Main mix: 6.3 mm Mono (+ 15 dBu)
- Headphones: 6.3 mm Stereo (+10 dBu)
- Outputs: 3.5 mm
- MIDI In
- and Thru
- Power (9 V DC
- 300 mA)
- PC features: Cyclone Studio application for PC and Mac that enables Drum Drone software updates and user data backup and restore with MIDI SysEx transfer
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 310 x 130 x 35 mm
- Weight: 783 g
- Incl. 100 - 240 V universal power supply
- a case for transportation
- English user
PROS
- • Excellent drum sounds with surprising analog warmth and punch.
- • Intuitive sequencer with creative modifiers like flams and rolls.
- • Compact size and portability make it ideal for mobile setups.
- • Pattern copy/paste drastically speeds up workflow and experimentation.
CONS
- • Limited sound palette compared to more expansive grooveboxes.
- • Build quality feels a bit plasticky, typical for the price range.
- • Lack of direct sampling capabilities restricts creative possibilities.
Product Video
Key Features
Tracks
9 User Tracks
Sounds
Bass Drum, Snare, Toms, Hi-Hats, Rimshot, Hand Clap – analog-modeled
Sequencer
64 patterns, 240 bars, 64 steps, advanced modifiers
Effects
Submix level controls, basic instrument-level processing
Sampling
None - purely analog-modeled sounds
Connections
6.3mm Mono Out, 6.3mm Stereo Headphones, 3.5mm Aux Outs, MIDI In/Out/Thru
Weight
Approximately 2.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s inspired by the 606 but with a more modern, slightly warmer analog character – it doesn't perfectly replicate the original, but captures the vibe well.
Yes, it has a full MIDI implementation, allowing for control via external sequencers or drum machines.
While the 240-bar limit is good for loops and sections, building entire songs will require careful arrangement and pattern chaining.
