IMHO

The Orba 2 is a capable and likable device but I feel it is hamstrung and limited by the approach of Artiphon to how it should be used. Right from the start this didn't suit me, so I began finding out how to work around that. Artiphon has provided the capabilities for users to create their own presets for the device, but they don't offer all that I require. Presets I have created have partly overcome some of those limitations.


I considered creating a document that would cover what I have learnt and what can be done, but that was a daunting project. I may attempt to do it in due course.


It is important to be aware that experimenting with the Orba 2 can brick the device. I don't guarantee anything. Artiphon are aware of this sort of activity, but they won't support it or answer questions about it.


I will use this space to offer presets I have created and feel may be useful to others. As far as I can tell,  presets for the Orba 2 will also work on the the new Artiphon Chorda. When I can, I will add presets intended specifically for the Chorda as some may be better to use on the Chorda with some modifying or use capabilities not available on the Orba 2.


I cannot, and will not try to, answer questions about aspects of functions like midi and bluetooth functions. 


What I am doing has been informed by the efforts of a few people who have contributed to the Artiphon community forum, along with what I have learnt myself. I'm very grateful to them for what they have taught me.


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