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Notes: When the classic MS-20 analog synthesizer appeared in 1978, it had a trusted partner in the SQ-10 step sequencer. Now, after thirty years, the MS-20 has been reborn as the MS-20 mini, and the SQ-10 has evolved into the more modern SQ-1.

The SQ-1 is a compact step sequencer with 2 x 8 steps. It's wealth of connection jacks allows it to be connected to the MS-20 and a variety of other synthesizers. Vintage analog synths or the latest compact synths can be controlled from this single unit. You can also switch between a variety of synthesizer modes and use the step buttons to create performances overflowing with spontaneity, just as when using a volca unit.

Liberate yourself from the numerically-bound parameter editing that's typical on a DAW; you'll enjoy truly musical inspiration as you train your ears and concentrate on what your fingertips are doing. Don't miss the experience of music that's driven by your instinct.

Rather than the commonly used V/Oct standard, the CV design of the MS-20 always used the Hz/V standard that provides excellent pitch stability limiting the step sequencers that are able to correctly control the MS-20. As a descendant of the SQ-10, the SQ-1 supports the Hz/V standard, enabling it to perfectly control the MS-20 or MS-20 mini. It goes without saying the V/Oct standard is also supported, and the voltage level of the CV output and polarity of the GATE output can be specified as appropriate for the device you've connected. This versatility will enable you to control a wide variety of other synthesizers as well.

As a connector, the SQ-1 provides two CV/GATE OUT channels, the standard MIDI OUT and USB MIDI, littleBits out (to connect to the littleBits synth kit by littleBits Electronics Inc.), plus the SYNC IN/OUT channel that allows you to connect to the volca series and monotribe. Compact and complete with all the functions you need, the SQ-1 is the ideal hardware sequencer.

The SQ-1 provides two channels (A and B) of 8-step sequencer that can operate consecutively, or be used in a variety of other modes. For example, you can run A and B following each other to function as a 16-step sequencer, ignore the order and make the steps play randomly, or use A and B to control different parameters as they run in parallel. From simple sequences to complex changes, you can choose from a variety of modes to suit your needs.

The 2 x 8 step buttons can be used in the usual way to turn notes on/off, but you can also use the MODE button to switch their function, opening up powerful possibilities such as letting you "perform" the sequence itself, as on a volca unit.

"Active Step" lets you skip steps mid-way through a sequence, and "Step Jump" lets you instantly play just the step that you press, producing irregular rhythms or effects that are reminiscent of short loops. "Slide" produces an effect in which steps are connected smoothly; using this to control a synth bass is an easy way for anyone to generate an acid sound.

Packed with carefully selected functionality, the SQ-1 features a compact and very sturdy sheet-metal body. Placed beside the MS-20 series, you'll notice a sense of solidity that gives the impression they were manufactured in the same era. The unit can operate on two AA batteries or on USB bus power.

Sequence step resolution is selectable as quarter notes, eighth notes, or 16th notes.

You can specify the way in which the step knobs control the pitch. The knob values can specify the pitch directly, or they can specify the closest note in a major, minor, or chromatic scale.

Notes: Brilliantly innovative sequencer from the renowned synth brand. Huge creative potential in the studio and live settings. Ideal for use with analogue synths and Eurorack.

Supplier notes:
The Make Noise 0-CTRL is a patchable, clockable controller and step sequencer for voltage controlled synthesizer systems. Designed to be patch pals with the 0-Coast, it is a tabletop device whose inputs and outputs follow Eurorack standards, making it also a great partner for a modular system or another patchable tabletop synth.

Power Requirement: +15VDC on 2.1mm Tip Positive Connector
Includes Power Adapter, Patch Cables

Notes: A new generation in hardware sequencing.

Create - perform - control- Step up to an unparalleled level of connectivity and control.

The SQ-64 is an incredibly powerful and compact Polyphonic Step Sequencer with amazing hands-on intuitive controls and deep editing options to give you all the flexibility and sequencing power needed for all your musical projects.

With its 64 step pad Matrix, Crystal clear OLED display, sturdy and elegant aluminium body, a wealth of connections and a variety of modes and features, the SQ-64 will become the central piece of your music studio providing total and seamless control over all your instruments so you can focus on what matters most; your music!

Despite its compact size, the SQ-64 has unparalleled connectivity and will allow you to easily control, connect and make the most of all your analog and digital gear. MIDI IN (x1) and OUT (x2), micro USB type B, Sync IN & OUT, 3 Melody tracks each with MODULATION, PITCH and GATE outputs and a DRUM track with 8 individual trigger outputs for controlling analog synths, Eurorack, and drum machines.

Each of the Melody tracks (x3) has 16 Patterns of up to 64 steps each, and the Drum track (x1) has 16 Subtracks also with up to 64 steps each, that can be played, chained and edited in a variety of ways. Melody tracks and patterns can be edited in several modes (GATE, PITCH and MODULATION) so you can alter the information sent by your sequencer on each of these steps in many interesting ways. The DRUM track outputs can be fine-tuned to match the polarity and voltage of your connected device(s).

Its audio Sync In & Out connections will allow you to seamlessly control all your other KORG gear such as the volca synthesizer series, minilogue, monologue, minilogue xd, prologue and many others!

Whether you are into Analog synths, Eurorack semi-modular synths, Digital drum machines, or do everything on your DAW with digital plugins, the SQ-64 will give you instant and precise hands-on control of each and all of these.

The SQ-64 has 64 beautifully LED-lit Step button pads that not only let you see the whole picture at once, but also allow for super-fast and satisfactory editing with its encoder knobs and dedicated mode buttons that will simplify and speed up your workflow. Each step has graduated lighting; the higher the modulation value, the stronger the button lights up to give you a clear visual on what's going on in the sequence.

The OLED Display is crystal clear, bright and visible from any angle, so you can have access to all the information you need no matter whether you are making music at home, in the studio or playing live!

The 3 melody tracks include a MODULATION output, so every step on your sequence can be creating complex modulations on your gear of choice, greatly expanding your options and possibilities for sound creation.

It has never been easier to create polyphonic chords patterns, melodies, complex poly-rhythms and modulations on the fly and record them as data on each of the 64 project slots available.

The SQ-64 won't just allow you to create incredible sequences; it packs several features and modes that will let you edit on the fly and play any of your gear real-time.

The 64 pad Matrix can be also be used as a Keyboard, allowing for several layouts to be used for maximum flexibility (several scales can be assigned to any of these and a number of other parameters can be easily changed)

Keys: Your traditional piano layout.
Isomorphic: the notes are displayed symmetrically in rows, you can easily transpose the same chord pattern up and down without changing its shape
Octaves: one scale displayed in 3 different octaves on each row

Sequencer: 64 step sequencer with 3 melodic tracks with up to 8 note polyphony, and 16 monophonic rhythmic tracks

Tempo: BPM30.0 - 300.0

Inputs: MIDI IN connector (3.5mm stereo mini-phone jack, use a type-A MIDI converter cable), SYNC IN jack (3.5mm monaural mini-phone jack, 20V maximum input level)

Outputs: MIDI OUT1, 2 connector (3.5mm stereo mini-phone jack, use a type-A MIDI converter cable), SYNC OUT jack (3.5mm monaural mini-phone jack, 10V maximum input level), CV GATE output A/B/C jack (3.5mm monaural mini-phone jack, 10V maximum output level), CV PITCH output A/B/C jack (3.5mm monaural mini-phone jack, 10V maximum output level), CV MOD output A/B/C jack (3.5mm monaural mini-phone jack, 10V maximum output level), TRIG output 1~8 jack (?3.5mm monaural mini-phone jack, 10V maximum output level)

Power: USB bus power, or DC 9V AC Adapter ([- o +], separately sold)

Dimensions (W x D x H): 368 x 144 x74 mm / 14.49 x 5.67 x 2.91 inches

Weight: 1.0 kg / 2.20 lbs

Included items: Owner's Manual, USB cable

Accessories (separately sold): KA350 AC Adaptor, Patch cables MS-CABLE-18

Notes: A real powerhouse of a sequencer, featuring eight tracks each with six different modes. MIDI and CV/gate outputs allow you to control pretty much any instrument, including modular gear.

Supplier's Notes:
Portable hybrid multiengine

A new inspiring way to create musical ideas and control all your studio gear

6 modes available per sequencer

Multitrack

8 tracks with totally independent parameters: start-end points, length, speed, etc. Configurable MIDI outputs and scale note filtering. Did you miss having more tracks? Now you can unlock up to 32 tracks in the OXI ONE.

Chord
Innovative chord function generator for easy creation of chord progressions.
Inspiring palette of chords with plenty of types and voicings that perfectly matches to each other. It comes with a handful of dedicated chord menus.

Poly
Total freedom with up to 7 voices, 4 CC's and plenty of parameters per step.
Forget your DAW piano roll for a moment and enjoy this new creative editing experience with unique features like per note chance or logic conditions.

Mono
Full control of a monophonic track with complete visualization of the melody.

Stochastic
Create the perfect recipe for an endless generative idea or melody.

Matriceal (new)
Forget everything you know about sequencing. A step further in generative improvisation.

All this in a compact and premium package

Take full control of your studio gear

USB Host

Connect and Power USB MIDI keyboards and controllers

BLE Central and Peripheral
Battery powered (Up to 8 hours)
BLE to CV, BLE to MIDI, BLE to MIDI USB and vice versa

Deep & instant command of your modular rack

With 8 cv, 8 gates, clock out and clock/cv in and all of them highly configurable

OXI ONE includes VCA ready dynamic envelopes, glide, vibrato, LFOs and
modulation outputs, you have plenty of possibilities for your Modular system.

The grid adds another layer of performance: turn on/off and change cv sources in real time
With "trig envelopes" MIDI and CV goes hand in hand
Triggered envelopes are AD envelopes with velocity as amplitude and
gate as decay time, the attack can be modulated by any of the modulation lanes (new)
Envelopes can be used as dynamic modulation source for VCA/LPGs
MIDI (TRS, USB, Bluetooth) to cv and vice versa
With MOD on, you can record the movement of the encoders to create looping modulation or draw automations directly in the grid
Sequencer: Select which sequencer affects the corresponding output and easily turn on/off the output
Modulation: assign any cv to output any internal modulation

Plenty of tools
From the creation of musical ideas to live sequencing and performing
OXI ONE gives you all the power
Full connectivity & battery powered
Use it as composition tool with your favourite DAW.

Bluetooth to unlock wireless power. Control awesome apps in your tablet, smartphone or any other BLE MIDI device.

Power and connect USB MIDI devices thanks to the USB Host capabilities.

MIDI routing from/to USB, TRS, BLE and CVs.

Up to 8 hours of battery life.

Play big & easy
Store up to 15 projects with up to 64 patterns for all the sequencers.

Live arranger with song view let's you arrange and chain patterns visually.

Performing keyboard with arpeggiator and advanced chord triggering.

UNDO function to the rescue.

128 steps per sequencer.

Solid & compact build
Compact dimensions: 36 x 14 cm.

Only 1.5 cm thick.

Premium anodized aluminium case and knobs.

Bright OLED display.

USB C port.

Algorithmic pattern generator
Get instant musical results with a fully controllable generator

Euclidean rhythms

Drum pattern generator based on MI Grids (new)

Random perform
On the go non destructive randomizer:
Velocity, Octave, Trigger, Retrigger (ratchets), Time division and more

Handy tools you always missed at your disposal:

Two LFOs per sequencer with assignable internal and external destinations (new)
Up to 32 Modulation Lanes
independent length and speed (new)
routable to external and internal parameters (new)
routable to any CV output
Routing to all possible internal parameters, CC's and other MIDI messages.
Loop function
Extend, zoom, duplicate and move your patterns in all directions

Specifications

5V DC 1.7A (USB type C supply)
Li-Po Battery 2200mAh
Radio equipment:
Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4GHz, Tx Max: 4 dBm
Mechanical specifications:
Aluminum chassis & Silicone buttons
Dimensions: 36 x 13 x 3 cm
Weight: 890 gr.
Operating temperature:
10 OC to 36 OC

Inputs and outputs

USB C for 5V power supply and MIDI USB. It also charges the internal Li battery
MIDI TRS input and output (Din adapter included). MIDI Out is 5V, MIDI IN accepts both 5V and 3.3V
MIDI Bluetooth BLE 5.0 bidirectional, peripheral and central roles.
CVS (1 t 8) outputs: from -3V to 8V
GATE (1 to 8) outputs: 5V or 10V configurable
Clock Out and Clock/CV In (can be independent with a splitter)

Accessories

Included in the package
USB C to A cable
MIDI DIN to TRS adapter (Black color) Type A

Not included

TRS to DIN5 Clock adaptor (Grey color):
Exposes One's Clock and Start-Stop IN and OUT to other gear's DIN SYNC ports
TRS to TR-TR stereo splitter (Pink color or Black and Red):
Splits the Clock and Reset outputs of the OXI One in two mono outputs.
Splits the Clock/Gate IN and Reset/CV IN inputs in two mono inputs.
OXI Split: increases the number of MIDI Outputs available.
OXI Pipe: Eurorack module to break out the CV/Gate outputs.

Notes: Reboot of the classic Megacity sequencer, the AS500 follows the same unique approach with up to 64 steps presented in two banks, each split into groups of eight cascading steps.

Supplier's Notes:
New Analogue Sequencer!

Almost identical re-boot of Analogue Solutions' legendary Megacity sequencer.

Smaller form factor

Desktop design

Some general over enhancements, internal improvements.

Note: This version is pure analogue and does not feature a quantizer or MIDI.

Standalone 64 step analogue step sequencer with a host of unique features that sets it apart from others

What's so special about this sequencer?

AS500 is formatted differently and operates differently than other step sequencer.

Traditionally step sequencers run horizontally from left to right then loop back to step one. You can make the pattern shorter, but generally that's it.

AS500 patterns run vertically downwards in columns. As the end of each column is played, the next to the right is played.

AS500 has a unique Jump system. When a Jump switch is on, the rest of the column's steps are bypassed and the sequencer jumps straight to the start of the next column

These two features in particular as familiar enough ways of working to be intuitive, but different enough to force you to work and think in a slightly different way. The end result is you will get sequences and patterns that you might not have created otherwise.

More Variation

Many step sequencers can start to sound repetitive since it's usually the same single pattern looping endlessly.

AS500 allows you to split the sequencer in half and use the right half as a Fill-In pattern to add variation, much like vintage drum machines.

These Fills are activated via a Push Button, or via a trigger pulse from an external modular.

AS500's format and Jump switches, combined with excellent features like Fill-In, Split sequencers and other features makes AS500 a great sequencer package.

Use

If you are familiar with analogue sequencers in general, then most features of AS500 should be fairly self-explanatory, but it would still be worth having a read through the manual.

The sequencer is laid out in vertical columns, eight in total.

The sequencer runs from top to bottom, and left to right.

The Difference Between Reset and Jump

If a Reset is initiated the sequencer returns to step one, the first step of the sequencer.

Use Reset to shorten the sequence.

If a Jump is initiated the sequencer will advance (jump) to step one of the next column to the right.