Help with setting master clock on Digitakt

[tnussb]

I would like to use ableton just to record (would it be easier to use the standalone overbridge app?)

I’m not sure if a “crap laptop” (as you described it) will get you anywhere with Overbridge.

Minimum Computer Requirements
Overbridge 2.0 requires a high-performance computer optimized for audio production. Elektron recommends the below specs as minimum specs.

• At least 8GB of RAM.
• At least Intel Core i5 CPU.
• OpenGL 3.2 capable GPU.
• Dedicated USB host port for each Overbridge hardware device. USB Hubs are generally not supported and may cause problems with both connectivity and performance.
• Windows 10/macOS 10.12

The specs are not the only thing necessary to have a smooth experience. Real-time performance of the system is equally important. This is affected by other running processes and by different manufacturers of computer hardware. There are tools available to analyze systems.

I would just try it with Ableton how it goes. You can always fall back to the standalone app if necessary.