🎶 Sequence your sound, own the groove.
The Korg SQ-1 is a compact, metal-bodied analogue step sequencer featuring dual 8-step tracks, versatile MIDI and CV/Gate connectivity, and flexible power options including batteries and electric cable. Designed for professional musicians and producers, it delivers precise control and portability in a sleek package made in Spain.
Item weight | 1.41 Pounds |
Body material | Metal |
Included components | Korg CV Sequencer & Sync Box (SQ1), Black, Small |
Finish type | Shiny. |
Manufacturer | KORG |
UPC | 714573520376 799198393086 |
Global Trade Identification Number | 04959112123342 |
Connector type | SYNC IN/OUT, CV OUT, GATE OUT, MIDI IN/OUT |
Product Dimensions | 24.89 x 11 x 8.69 cm; 639.57 g |
Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. (included) |
Item model number | SQ1 |
Material Type | Plastic |
Region of Origin | Western Europe |
Country Produced In | spain |
Size | Einheitsgröße |
Battery Type | Alkaline |
Power Source | Electric Cable |
Item Weight | 640 g |
R**N
Fantastic little step sequencer but not for everybody.
I've used an SQ-1 for a while now, and I've just ordered a second. My son already has three of them. And we use them far more than any other sequencers. But I wouldn't be likely to use them for live gigs - for that I'd go for something like my Beatstep Pro for the ability to reproduce (multiple) full arrangements on cue. The SQ-1 can't do that, and it is quite fiddly - it's almost impossible to dial in exactly the notes you want in a hurry and, instead of arrangements of multiple patterns you only get one 16-step or two 8-step patterns. And the manual is just a single page - it tells you what all the controls are for but there's very little explanation of what you can achieve with them.On the other hand. First, it's well-built, feels solid and so far, they've all been completely reliable (unlike, say, my BSP). And it's actually very easy to use when you start getting into it. It's more about getting hands-on and experimenting. It really doesn't matter if you don't know exactly what you're doing at first, it might even be an advantage in some ways. For example, I switched it on yesterday with no idea what was set up on it. So I connected it up to a little Model D synth - and clicked round playing all the notes in a zig zag pattern first, then first row followed by second row, backwards and forwards pendulum, rows separated (so I only heard one of the two 8-step patterns at a time - I think row two must have been a bassline, with higher notes on row one) and random order (my favourite, especially when I'm using it for modulation). Then I played with the speed, clicked the synth up and down octaves - and, as always, ideas just started falling out of it. Ideas I would never have dreamed of using a standard sequencer. Ideas in spades too - some very weird, some very musical. From there you start changing the odd note here and there, and shaping things more to your taste. Or taking steps out to experiment with different time sigs. And, when you hit on something you really like, it's easy enough to recreate the sequence in another sequencer or a DAW for re-use.Plus you can send the outputs to anything you like. So it's very well suited to a modular environment where you can have your gates routed to clock a Sample & Hold, or use them to trip switches and have CV controlling the speed of an LFO, or modulation intensity (anything with a socket...) rather than just the pitch of a VCO. (Using one row for pitch, and the other for accents - routed to, say, cutoff frequency or envelope intensity - can create a lot of dynamic movement in a simple bassline and funkify it all up) I use it with my Doepfer modular a lot, but it's also been a particularly good partner for Korg's MS-20 and Odyssey, Behringer Neutron, MakeNoise 0-Coast, etc.You can even get sequences to change key - run both rows in parallel, use row one for your basic sequence, then activate one note at a time manually on row two. Add the two CVs, feed that to your oscillators and by changing which step on row two is active, you get key changes. For a low-cost unit that gets you into step sequencing and gives you a wealth of possibilities to explore and experiment with, there's nothing to beat it. But if you're used to sequencing on a DAW and expect something similar, you're more likely to be disappointed.
B**R
Brilliant little box from Korg.
What a flexible little sequencer this is. It's very easy to create note information in controlled voltage/gate, outputting on one or two channels simultaneously plus outputting digital data via midi and USB. Sequences can be altered or edited on the fly. The construction is robust, tidy and very usable. Certainly good value for the money.
C**H
Simple to use
No indication of notes being dialled in. I use with a tuner on the output of my synth.
B**7
Amazing Value for Money and good piece of kit at a great price
Just received this gadget this morning (12/08/15) and was very excited when I was unboxing it. Got it plugged into my MiniNova synth straight away. Feels strong & sturdy, well made and solid buttons. It was amazing, got some great bassline sequences, absolutely great for what I wanted it for. Sounds fantastic. I'm only a novice at this music-making and just starting out on my musical journey, so this machine is well recommended.
M**D
Solid and sturdy
The manual could be a little bit more helpful, but overall it's a very solid sequencer, especially for this price.
M**2
Great sounds but fiddly and inconsistent setup.
Well it's a great toy to play with and can produce some interesting stuff driving my Korg MS20-Mini, it's well made, tough and has quite a lot of features. However this really is just a toy, using it in a studio for example is a quite miserable experience. Unlike the Synth it drives there are no marks that you can record for settings, what's more the tiny little knobs that adjust speed, tone, etc. just have very little accuracy, getting this to repeat a previously defined pitch and pattern is a real problem. I am grateful to the user community for getting help on setting it up to attach to my synth as the default settings do not work and even the patching for the cables is not easy to find on the Korg website. They tell you that this CAN do interesting things but not HOW to do them. Very disappointed as Korg make good products (like the MS20) and usually document them well, this seems to have slipped through the net. Of course if you want a groovy toy to do Electro-Jazz compositions in Starbucks then this might be your preferred tool.
A**.
a cool little sequencer
not done a whole lot with this yet but if ya think its for you then it likely is get on youtube give it a search it can be used in lots of ways i love it
S**D
Excellent product
Bought as a gift and the recipient reports being very pleased.
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