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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.

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: MESS is a pedal that opens up a new world of possibilities. MESS blends traditional sound shaping with generative and performance power with four independent effect tracks can befreely assigned to over 120 studio-quality effects, all with sequenceable control over multiple parameters. Start a sequence and create entirely new textures that evolve in time - from lush ambient washes to glitchy chaos. Or switch off the sequencer and use MESS as a powerful, traditional multi-effects pedal.

Mess features 120 high-quality, stereo effects, ranging from traditional to the experimental. Choose from analog-style modulation and time-based staples or innovative spectralizers andnew ways to use granular engines.

MESS's 16-step grid pad is a real time sequencer and editor - with intuitive hands-on control that rewards experimentation without an advanced degree in sound design required. Sequence effect parameters, start or stop sequences without cutting out the effects, or build complex
polyrhythmic patterns that evolve as you play.

Each track runs independently, with detailed control over parameters, time divisions and length .Create slow spectral sweeps by slowing a sequencer down to 1/16th of the chosen tempo while increasing the speed of a microlooper for chaotic glitchy stutters all in the same patch. MESS has the tools to build-up textures or tear them apart.

MESS turns effects into an instrument. Unlike conventional multi-effects units that rely on staticpresets, MESS offers dynamic, programmable, and performative sound design. This effectspowerhouse is equally at home on pedalboards, in modular synth setups, or integrated intoDAW-less setups making it ideal for guitarists, synthesists, drum machine enthusiasts, and sound designers.

Notes: Immense power in this multi-featured sequencer from one of our favourite brands. Four channels of 64-step sequences with advanced options including probability, quantising and randomisation.

Supplier's Notes:
The Erica Synths Black Sequencer takes classical modular sequencing to the next level by adding tons of features required for contemporary modular synthesizers.

The Black Sequencer features 4 channels with CV, gate and modulation outputs, up to 64 step sequences that can be chained into songs, independent track time divisions, multiplications and lengths. It includes a built-in quantizer, LFOs, envelope generators, parameter randomization, a MIDI in/out and many other features essential for composing and performing electronic and experimental music. Even though it provides many programmable parameters per step, it's intuitive, easy and straightforward to use, and could well become a master controller for many modular setups.

Black Sequencer firmware 1.04 is now available!

It adds output quantiser which can quantise track outputs in real time or rewrite notes in the sequence. Update also adds new track and synced LFO time divisions.

Technical specifications:

Power consumption: +145mA, -25mA
Module width: 42HP
Module depth: 25mm

Notes: The Circadian Rhythms, is a professional performance gate sequencer in Eurorack format. Sitting at the centre of your system the Circadian provides triggers and gates to all your drum modules and percussive sounds as well as clocking your other sequencers with exceptional timing accuracy. Each channel voice can be programmed directly from the intelligent, eight-channel, 512-step master gate sequencer designed for composers looking to make music on the modular and perform live. Building up from basic step programming, multi-channel patterns of musical phrases can be repeated, looped, chained, muted, and manipulated in real-time, and, most importantly, all through a simple, clearly labelled menu-free interface.

Led Grid

Built around 72 buttons set as a multi-colour illuminated 8×9 array, Circadian Rhythms displays both note data and settings in a clear and precise manner. It takes only one click to switch to vertical view, turning the grid into a set of programming and real-time playing functions like Mutes, Loops, Swing, Fills, Copy and Paste, Grouping, Randomizing, and Manual drum-machine-style trigger entry. Activate any of those functions with only a button press or two. Using an array of multi-colour, illuminated buttons and innovative grid views provides a highly functional live performance sequencer with a beautiful, glowing appearance that will look amazing on stage for both performer and crowd. As a master controller, the heart of the modular synthesizer, the Circadian Rhythms generates high precision clock and reset signals for all the other sequencers and devices in the system and can also act as a high precision bridge for DAW synchronization.

Clock

Inside the CR ticks an extremely precise clock with jitter and latency measured in mere microseconds for the ultimate feel of the groove. The four modes of clock sync make interfacing with other modules, hardware, or software simple. Whether driving a large Eurorack system or synced to a DAW, the groove always remains tight.

Under the Hood

When state of the art chip technology, musically driven firmware, and professionally engineered hardware design all come together in one electronic device, the result is a music sequencer with unparalleled specifications. Starting with a powerful, precise sequencing engine that has superb feel for the groove, add internal functions that automatically balance performance and smooth user interface operation, and finish with outstanding low power consumption placing minimal stress on power supplies even at maximum output, Circadian Rhythms has a design focused on the requirements of the most dedicated musicians and composers. Long-time pros will immediately feel a machine made for their needs, while newcomers can instantly dive into next-level programming and performance.

SyncBus Technology

The Tiptop-Audio-designed SyncBus enables the CR to connect to any number of other SyncBus devices with the highest possible level of synchronization. A SyncBus master directly injects its core clock and running status into every connected unit so they work seamlessly as one device. Hook up two CRs to make a 16 channel device or add a Trigger Riot (or three) to the mix for further experimentation. Plus, the connection is done behind the panel so there is no need to patch anything together.

Size: 36HP
Depth: 29.4mm
Power: +12V 160ma / -12V 0ma / +5v 0ma

Notes: Proudly billed as the first fully programmable drum machine in a pedal format, the Step is designed to accompany other instruments. Four-track, 16-step sequencer with 300 Beat presets and 500 kits.

Supplier's Notes:
Step Modern Drum Machine

Step is the first fully programmable drum machine in pedal format. It's an instrument, a co-writer, an accompaniment at a live performance, or a bandmate in an empty studio. Designed with the flexibility to instantly start a unique song but with deep customization options to quickly create fresh beats. Step is for everyone - everyone that isn't afraid to experiment, take chances, try something new, and create original music.

4 Customizable Drum Tracks

Step is a 4 track drum machine with a complete interface. Easily control all parameters for each of the 16 steps on the face of the pedal, no computer editor needed.

Mix & Match

How about an electronic snare with a jazzy kick? With Step, with a twist of a knob, you can create your sound pack by combining sounds from different Kits.

Instant Drum Beat Generator

Tap in the tempo, turn the Beat and Kit knobs to find your groove and play! There are 300 rhythms and 500 kits - it gives tons of combinations.

Modern Sound

With over 2000 samples, from the sounds of classic analogue machines to acoustic drums, anyone can find the sound they want. And, if you're going to create your kits, you can easily do it, too.

Per-Step Control
Customize over 15 parameters for each track's drum sound on a per-step basis. Switch up hi-hat velocity, add reverb to a final crash or throw in a 10% chance for a drum roll.

A Thousand Songs

Create and play complete 16-part songs, easily put together by quick-copying patterns, selecting new beats or making your own. Then make a playlist and go live!

Stomp-In FX

Use the FX stomp-switch to punch in customized effects from delays, reverbs, loopers, rearrangers and more. Every pattern in your song can have a different stomp-in effect.

Expansive Connectivity

Step has all the connectivity you need, stereo input and output, MIDI in and out, expression pedal input, and micro SD card storage with USB-C connectivity.

Nerdy on Demand

Need polymetric or polyrhythmic beats? Or maybe some generative drums? Step offers per-track swing, speed and length, step probability, randomized note playback, and more. You don't have to get nerdy with Step, but you can!

Instant Inspiration

From musicians wanting to quickly play along with a drum kit to deep divers looking to create more than traditional drum beats, Step is for everyone. Either create songs instantly by selecting from 500 preset rhythms and 200 drum kits or use the interface to create completely customized beats anywhere. Loop 16 steps and jam or combine patterns into a 16 pattern song.
A Complete Instrument

Step is a fully customizable drum machine, with features designed to make original drum tracks you want to play along with. All Step's parameters can be controlled directly on the pedal with a straightforward, intuitive user interface. Create complex and evolving patterns using probability, a dynamic drummer by switching up the velocity on eat hit, a sloppy drummer with the humanize, chance and micro-move features, or a perfect robotic machine.

Performance Ready

As a live companion Step can't be beat. With the ability to stomp-in effects and change songs or patterns via the dedicated stomp-switches, Step is a one stomp solution for all your performance needs.

Smash the FX stomp-switch and create interesting transitions or emphasize a solo. Freely assign over 50 effects in 8 different categories to the FX stompswitch, from repeaters and rearrangers to delays and reverbs.

For even more live control, assign the expression pedal to parameters including tempo or volume.

In Sync

Step is the perfect bandmate, keeping everything in sync. Use Step's MIDI input and output to stay in time with your delay, start playback at the same time as a looper, and more.

Keep your devices in sync too. Step's sequences are also compatible with Play and Play+. Create and exchange patterns between grooveboxes and the pedal, in both directions.

Tech specs

Ins & Outs

Stereo/Mono In: jack 6.3 mm
L-Out/MONO: jack 6.3 mm
R-Out: jack 6.3 mm
Expression Pedal
MIDI In: mini-jack 3.5 mm
MIDI Out: mini-jack 3.5 mm
USB-C
Power: 9-18 V DC / min. 500 mA (power adapter not included)

Physical Dimensions

Height: 2.24 inches (5.7 cm) - with knobs
Width: 7.09 inches (18.0 cm)
Depth: 4.72 inches (12.0 cm)
Weight: 2.05 pounds (0.930 kg)

Notes: The Circadian Rhythms is moving modular synthesizer technology another step forward by gluing all the pieces of a system together. Each module or voice can now be programmed to play straight from an intelligent, eight-channel, 512-step master trigger sequencer made for composers looking to make music on the modular. Building on the sequencing concept of step programing multi-channel patterns of musical phrases can be repeated, looped, chained, muted and manipulated on the fly in real-time, and most importantly, all of this is done through a simple, clearly labeled interface. Using an array of multicolor illuminated buttons and innovative grid views provides a highly functional live performance sequencer with a beautiful glowing appearance of the programmed music that will look amazing on stage for both performer and crowd. As a master controller, the heart of the modular synthesizer, Circadian Rhythms generates high precision clock and reset signals for all the other sequencers and devices in the system to align with and can also act as a high precision bridge for DAW synchronization.

Views - Unlike most hardware sequencers that have a single static display of a timeline, Circadian Rhythms offers four different horizontal views of the timeline and two unique vertical views that scale from macro to micro. Switch between viewing 64 steps at once or all 8 channels side by side instantly. Stretch gates over multiple patterns to drive envelopes or use Zoom view to move a single hit back a few milliseconds in time to get the right feel all from the same interface.

LED Grid Built for Quick Access - Built around 72 buttons set as a multi-color illuminated 8x9 array, Circadian Rhythms displays both note data and settings in a clear and precise manner. It takes only one click to switch to vertical view and the grid turns into a set of programming and realtime playing functions like Mutes, Loops, Swing, Fills, Copy and Pate, Grouping, Randomizing, Manual trigger entry drum machine style and many many more. Activate any of those functions with only a button press or two.

Clock - Inside the CR ticks an extremely precise clock with jitter and latency measured in mere microseconds for the ultimate feel of groove. The four modes of clock sync make interfacing with other modules, hardware or software simple. Whether driving a large Eurorack system or synced to a DAW, the groove always remains tight.

SyncBus Technology - The Tiptop Audio designed SyncBus enables the CR to connect to any number of other SyncBus devices with the highest possible level of synchronization. A SyncBus master directly injects its core clock and running status into every connected unit so they work seamlessly as one device. Hook up two CRs to make a 16 channel device or add a Trigger Riot (or three) to the mix for further experimentation. Plus, the connection is done behind the panel so no need to patch anything together.

Under The Hood - When state of the art chip technology, musically driven firmware, and professionally engineered hardware design all come together in one electronic device, the result is a music sequencer with unparalleled specifications. Starting with a powerful, precise sequencing engine that has superb feel for the groove, add internal functions that automatically balance performance and smooth user interface operation, and finish with outstanding low power consumption placing minimal stress on power supplies even at maximum output, Circadian Rhythms has a design focused on the requirements of the most dedicated musicians and composers. Long time pros will immediately feel a machine made for their needs, while the newcomers can instantly dive into next level programming and performance.

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: Clever sequential signal processing from Joranalogue, capable of a range of functions including toggling signal muter/attenuator, clock divider, rotating shift register or programmable voltage bank.

Supplier's Notes:
Sequencers, sequential switches, counters, analogue shift registers... Modular synthesisers provide a wealth of creative sequential functions for controlling and processing signals. Choosing which of these to include in a system can be a bewildering task.

Except when you don't have to choose. Step 8 represents a new type of modular building block: a sequential tracking/sampling register, which can be configured to provide any of these functions, and many more.

At its heart lies an analogue 1-to-8 signal switch feeding an octet of high-stability track/sample-and-hold stages. Each of these has its own analogue output with an attenuation slider, in addition to a gate output. LEDs visualise the status of each stage in real time. The switch can be controlled sequentially using the built-in 8-step counter, or addressed directly by an analogue control voltage (CV).

Numerous advanced circuit techniques are used to avoid the issues that often plague analogue switching and memory modules. The result: totally transparent signal paths with low noise, distortion and voltage 'droop', yet high bandwidth and precision.

Add to this the ability to 'mute' the inactive stages, pause the counter, reset it, change its direction or even shift the stages on each step, and the possibilities quickly become near-endless. A scanning output takes things even further, particularly making sequencer or addressed voltage source use easy and intuitive.

For those who are feeling adventurous, there are always more applications to try: configurable voltage mapper, hocketing controller, clock divider, graphic waveshaper, multi-output analogue downsampler... Discover a new world of sequential synthesis with Step 8.

16 HP
+12: 110 mA, -12: 45 mA

Notes: The lovable oddball of the Arturia range, this brilliant hybrid synth combines versatile wavetable and digital oscillators with analogue filters. Touch keyboard gives uniquely expressive control.

*** New firmware update (26th October 2021) *** Arturia are happy to announce another major new firmware update for MicroFreak, bringing massive new creative functionality for users free of charge.

Firmware V4.0 elevates this hybrid desktop synthesizer's status as a sound design powerhouse even further:
New WaveUser sound engine
Allows for user wavetables(!!)
64-new presets
Sequencer Unison & Chord Voices
Faster Oscillator Encoder Response
....and more!

This update, plus ALL the of previous updates (see Vocoder & Noise Engineering oscillators etc.) cement the MicroFreak as one of the most interesting, powerful and flexible synthesizers on the market, whilst maintaining excellent value for money.

Supplier's Notes:

A synthesizer like no other, MicroFreak is a peculiar, exceptional instrument that rewards the curious musician. It blends wavetable and digital oscillators with analogue filters. It features a unique poly-aftertouch flat keyboard. It adds controlled randomness to sequences. This isn't a revolution, it's a mutiny.

This out-there little music machine features a versatile digital oscillator so you can create rare and interesting sounds with ease. Modes like Texturer, KarplusStrong, Harmonic OSC, and Superwave give adventurous musicians the chance to explore totally new, unheard possibilities. Like having dozens of synths in just one instrument, both wild-eyed newcomers and seasoned professionals will fall in love with MicroFreak's flexible, powerful synth engine.

Physical modelling, wavetable synthesis, virtual analogue, there is nothing as complete and exciting as the MicroFreak oscillator on the market. It's hard to believe from such a small synth, but here it is, ready for you to explore. Excite your creativity and reward your curiosity with a large, diverse sound palette. MicroFreak features 11 awesome oscillators, 4 bespoke Arturia engines, and 7 modes from our friends at Mutable Instruments.

Inspired by the trailblazing 12-dB Oberheim SEM filter, you can make MicroFreak's filter scream or whisper to taste. The filter is state-variable, and can even auto-oscillate! You can use this is any way you like, from taking the edge of the razor-sharp wavetable sounds, or automating the cut-off by modulating it with keyboard pressure or the in-built sequencer.

Record up to four automations, edit notes per step or use the innovative Spice and Dice sequencer functions to find happy accidents. Add randomization to create evolving, original patterns, and virtually rewire and reconfigure its signal chain and controls with the 5x7 modulation matrix.

Notes: Tesseract's step sequencer is designed for hands-on playability, configured as a 16-step or dual 8-step design. Unique features include a 'drunk' mode to add variety to your sequences.

Supplier notes:
Step Fader mkII is a 'hands on' eurorack dual sequencer, featuring two 8 step lines or one with 16 steps, plus quantizer, slew limiter, internal clock generator, CV inputs to control any parameter and more...

Each sequencer has independent settings for the play mode, start point, size (length), clock divider (or step repeat), transposition and duty cycle.
There are 16 presets to store & recall all the above settings plus CV input assignment, scale, tempo, step repeat and clock out ones.
The 2 channels of the quantizer can be used for processing external signals, same for the slew limiters.
The 16 illuminated buttons can be used to set several parameters, even to play the sequencer as a keyboard.

There are 3 MAIN SETUPS:
DUAL (2 totally independent 8 step sequencers)
PARALLEL (one sequencer with 2 rows of CV and 8 steps)
SINGLE (one sequencer with 16 steps)

There are also these PLAY MODES:
Normal
Reverse
Pendulum
Drunk
Random

Each sequencer features:
Clock input (clock input 1 is normalised to clock input 2)
Clock output
Reset input
Gate/Trigger output
Slew limiter output (unquantized)
V/OCT output (quantized)

Additionally, there are 2 summing outputs:
Gate/Trigger 1+2 (OR output of both G/T)
CV 1+2 (sum of both slew limiters)

Features 2 CV inputs with offset pots. Assignable parameters are mode, start, size, clock divider, key (the position of the sequencer is controlled by CV), transposition and duty cycle.

Dimensions: 26 HP

Current Draw:
85 mA +12V
36 mA -12V

Notes: The 'Quaid Megaslope' is a five stage function generator or modulator which operates in one of 3 modes; a multistage 'CZ' or 'Juno' style complex envelope, a super flexible LFO and a step sequencer with per step programmable slew or slides.

Each mode produces a varying output voltage moving from point to point across a set number of chained together stages. Each stage features a destination level, an overall rate or time to reach its destination level and a variable slope for the output path to take. As well as direct control, every stage feature voltage control of both level and rate. There are both unipolar and bipolar voltage outputs together with triggers emitted for the end of each stage and the end of a full cycle.

The Quaid Megaslope is designed to be fun, flexible and intuitive to use.

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

Review: Linkin Park were many people's favourite rock act at least for a short time during their rebellious teenage years. Well, it is now two decades since the American outlaws were at their peak and specifically 20 years since they released their second and globally acclaimed album Meterora. As such it gets a special anniversary reissue here that features all of the original material as well as four previously unreleased concerts on DVD, plus rare and unreleased material that will be all nee to even the most hardcore of fan. A real must for collectors.

Review: Analogue Productions' UHQR release of the Bill Evans Trio's Sunday at the Village Vanguard is a pinnacle in high-quality vinyl. Limited to 5,000 copies, this 200-gram 45 RPM 2LP set, mastered by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Audio from the original analogue tapes, offers an unparalleled listening experience. The set includes an eight-page booklet with liner notes by jazz critic Bob Blumenthal, enhancing its collectible value. Regarded as one of the greatest live jazz recordings, the album captures the remarkable June 25, 1961, performance of Bill Evans, Scott LaFaro, and Paul Motian at the Village Vanguard. The trio's exceptional musicianship and improvisational prowess are evident throughout, with seamless interplay and innovative approaches to jazz standards and original compositions. The UHQR Clarity Vinyl pressing at Quality Record Pressings ensures the purest sound quality, with improved dynamics, detail, and tonal accuracy. Standout tracks like 'Gloria's Step' and 'Alice in Wonderland' showcase Evans' delicate touch, LaFaro's inventive bass lines, and the trio's extraordinary chemistry. This release not only celebrates exceptional music but also offers an intimate, high-fidelity listening experience.

Review: Standing as one of Santana's most remarkable live albums, capturing the band's extraordinary chemistry and virtuosic performances during their 1973 tour. Originally released in Japan and not available domestically until much later, this triple LP remains a definitive document of the band's fusion period, blending Latin, Afro-Cuban, jazz, rock and psychedelic elements. The album showcases the thrilling improvisations and spiritual depth of the eight-piece lineup, featuring legendary tracks like 'Every Step of the Way', 'Toussaint L'Overture' and an incendiary 'Incident at Neshabur'. The reissue, sourced from the original master tapes and pressed on 180g vinyl, offers audiophile-quality sound, enhancing the clarity and balance of the performance. The dynamic range, rich bass and vivid percussion are rendered with exceptional presence, offering an immersive listening experience. With the inclusion of seven previously unreleased tracks, Lotus captures the band at its peak, delivering both precision and passion. This reissue is a stunning tribute to Santana's pioneering fusion era and in its most complete and unique packaging yet.

Review: The Moon and the Melodies, a collaboration between Cocteau Twins and ambient pioneer Harold Budd, stands as a unique gem in both artists' discographies. Originally released in 1986, this ethereal album is now being reissued on vinyl, remastered from the original tapes by Robin Guthrie. Unlike anything else the Cocteau Twins ever produced, this record blends their dreamlike soundscapes with Budd's serene, improvisational piano work. The result is an atmospheric journey, at once intimate and expansive. Tracks like 'Sea, Swallow Me' shine with Elizabeth Fraser's otherworldly vocals, intertwined with Guthrie's shimmering guitar and Raymonde's grounding bass, creating a sound that feels both familiar and entirely unique. Instrumentals like 'Memory Gongs' and 'The Ghost Has No Home' highlight Budd's delicate piano, enhanced by the band's signature ambient textures. The album is a study in contrasts, vocal tracks sit alongside instrumentals, each contributing to a cohesive yet diverse listening experience. For fans, this reissue is a chance to revisit a pivotal moment in the evolution of dream pop and ambient music. The album's enduring appeal is evident in its continued influence in social media. The Moon and the Melodies remains a shining light that can happen when artists from different realms come together to create something truly timeless.

Notes: Expression/CV Sequencer with 8 steps to control devices with parameters like oscillators, filters, and delay parameters!

The EHX 8-Step Program Analog Expression/CV Sequencer connects to another device and delivers sequencer control over parameters that respond to expression pedals or CV generators like oscillators, filters, delay parameters, you name it. Set your tempo with the Rate slider or Tap Tempo footswitch, or sync to a drum machine or DAW via MIDI clock. Six Tap Tempo Divide modes provide rhythmic diversity. This thing is a tweaker's delight!

You can add the optional 8 Step Program Foot Controller expands that to 100 presets!

NOTE: Compatible expression inputs must accept a voltage source as the controlling signal. The expression input should also allow for an expression pedal TRS plug with the following connections: Sleeve = Heel, Ring = Toe, Tip = Wiper. The expression voltage present on the Ring of the TRS plug sets the maximum range of the controlling signal; this Ring voltage must be between 2VDC and 9VDC.

Four sequence direction modes: Forward, Reverse, Bounce and Random
Rotary encoder gives you control over glide rate, direction, sequencer length and depth
Save, store and recall 10 presets. The optional 8 Step Program Foot Controller expands that to 100 presets!
Power adapter included

Specifications:

Circuit: Digital
Audio: Mono
Power Supply: 9.6VDC-200mA power adapter included
Dimensions (in): 5.75 x 4.75 x 2.5
Current Draw: 100mA
Year Released: 2013

Review: Miles in France is the eighth release in the acclaimed Miles Davis Bootleg Series and one that focuses on the formation of the Second Great Quintet during 1963 and 1964. The music captures both an ending and a new beginning and is spread across five performances on eight 12"s. It features over four hours of unreleased live recordings that highlight Davis' deep connection with France, where he and his band were, he felt, embraced more warmly than in their homeland. The set includes performances with George Coleman, Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter, and Tony Williams. Expanding on Miles in Europe, it presents all three distinct Antibes 1963 performances and two previously unreleased 1964 Paris concerts which chart the Quintet's evolution.

Notes: KeyStep is a new breed of portable musical tool combining the functionalities of a keyboard controller with a polyphonic step sequencer to control both analog and digital devices.

You need a portable USB MIDI controller but also want a keyboard that provides a musical playing experience? You have some MIDI modules you want to connect as well but don't want the footprint of a large keyboard? You have modular and analog gear you want to control via CV/GATEs? You want a step sequencer with polyphonic capability that can sync to your favourite modern and vintage gear? If only a single piece of gear could do all of this...

It's the touch...
The KeyStep controller does all this and more.
We started by designing our own "slim key" keyboard action, balancing the best features of compact mini-keys with the musicality of full-sized keys into this new keybed. The size, velocity and aftertouch of this new design provide the freedom of portability without sacrificing playability.

We also designed a new polyphonic step-sequencer with 8 programmable memories that you can recall at the turn of knob. You can choose gate times and swing settings instantly to change the feel of your sequenced performance on the fly. We also included the ability to record, overdub, and transpose your sequences in real time and still play the keyboard live.

Add a flexible and fun arpeggiator mode and chord play mode and you are set for hours of musical adventures.

...and the possibilities
These features alone would make KeyStep the best portable keyboard controller on the market. But we take it further by giving you a wealth of connectivity options: USB MIDI (of course), standard MIDI in and out (check), clock sync and DIN sync jacks (yes!), and CV/GATE outputs, plus a separate, assignable modulation CV output that can be used with the mod wheel, velocity or aftertouch. To say KeyStep is an amazing little controller does not say enough.

Keystep is the perfect performance controller in a compact package.

Adapts to your setup!
KeyStep was imagined and designed to become the modern musician's trump-card.
Whatever your setup, KeyStep will merge into it to overdrive your workflow and effectiveness. With KeyStep and its range of connections you can control any digital or analog synthesizer from the past, today and even tomorrow. Sequence them all!

Review: The Certified 12xPlatinum Grammy Award winning seminal debut album from nu-metal heavyweights Linkin Park is set to receive a brand-new limited reissue (along with 2003's Meteora and 2007's Minutes to Midnight) on what has been dubbed the "One Step" remasters. These high-quality audiophile pressings launch the new "Because Sound Matters One-Step" series, with each release providing details of the audio sourcing process; all housed in newly designed slipcases. Pressed on 180-gram black vinyl, numbered and limited to 3,000 copies, mark our words when we say you've never heard the genre-defining hits such as 'One Step Closer', 'Papercut', 'Crawling', or, 'In The End', with this level of clarity and fidelity, while the band's effortless fusion of metal, hip-hop, alternative rock and turntable wizardry, emboldened by the legendary production guru Terry Date, has rarely radiated such towering sonic warmth. Above all, the vulnerable lyricism and cathartic cadence of late, great lead vocalist Chester Bennington looms large and poignant.

Review: For more than a quarter of a century, Fuse has thrived on timeless music and pioneering artists, both local and international, all of which have helped make it Belgium's longest-running dancefloor. To celebrate this legacy, Fuse releases a 30-track compilation of techno's finest from around the globe. Each track represents a year, starting with Jeff Mills' iconic 'Step to Enchantment' from 1993. The compilation features legends like Planetary Assault Systems, DVS1, Steffi, Rodhad, Donato Dozzy and DJ Nobu, all of which sound superb as well as showcasing the evolution of techno. Fuse also highlights its vibrant local scene, proving Brussels' enduring influence as this milestone honours past guests and new partygoers alike across a mighty seven slabs of vinyl.

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.

Review: The fifth and final studio album by The Police, Synchronicity, released in June 1983, was the band's most successful effort, catapulting them to global stardom. The album featured four classic hit singles: 'Every Breath You Take,' 'King of Pain,' 'Wrapped Around Your Finger,' and 'Synchronicity II.' With over 8 million copies sold in the USA (8x platinum) and 300,000 in the UK (1x platinum), the total worldwide sales by the end of 1983 surpassed 20 million. The album, inspired by Arthur Koestler's "The Roots of Coincidence," garnered five Grammy Award nominations, including Album of the Year, in 1984. This first comprehensive archival album project for The Police has been compiled with full band cooperation. The expanded multi-format reissue features unreleased bonus material, new liner notes, interviews, rare archive memorabilia, and unseen photographs. The 4-LP set on standard black vinyl includes a 60-page lavish color book with unseen material, printed inner sleeves, and four art print photographs, all housed in a hardback slipcase. The track listing includes the original remastered ten-track LP, a 12-track collection of contemporaneous B-sides and singles bonus tracks, and two discs of previously unreleased alternate takes, out-takes, and instrumentals, making it the most complete and in-depth version of the album ever released.

Review: A posthumous Lee 'Scratch' Perry box set is here, designed to co-incide with the anniversary of the dub pioneer's passing, courtesy of the star's main advocates Trojan Records. Including a digital version, a CD and a 4xLP version, it also comes with a 50-page fully illustrated book written by Perry's official biographer David Katz. It contains rare and unreleased mixes and tunes alongside some of his best known work, with Junior Murvin's reggae staple 'Police And Thieves' and the Upsetters' boss reggae classic 'Return Of Django' numbering among the 109 tracks included .

Review: Many a music lover will have gone through a rebellious teenage rock phase, and if so there is a good chance that for a short period at least they were well into Linkin Park. The stadium-sized rockers were a seminal act in the naughties and their ground-breaking second album Meterora was released in March 2003. It now gets a special 20th-anniversary reissue and comes with global hit singles such as 'Somewhere I Belong', 'Faint' and 'Numb' all of which have the big energy riffs the band became known for. This 4 x 12" bumper pack comes with some extra rare and unreleased material.

Review: Three decades before he released The Philosophy of Modern Song - an insightful book devoted to 66 tunes that both impacted his career and the music world at large - Bob Dylan issued Good As I Been to You. The under-heralded 1992 album, Dylan's first solo acoustic album in nearly 30 years and first all-covers effort in nearly twenty years, can be seen as a prophetic prelude to what has become the Nobel Laureate's celebrated late-career arc. It's also an absorbing continuation of the custom Dylan has embraced since he first picked up a guitar.