Korg SQ-1 Step Sequencer (SQ1)

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.

Features

• Connect and control the MS-20 and many other types of equipment
• A variety of sequencer modes
• Step edit buttons inherited from the volca, providing excellent improvisatory possibilities
• Sturdy and compact body, with battery operation

Specifications

• Sequencer Mode: ALTERNATE, ORDER, PARALLEL TURN, PARALLEL ORDER, CV/DUTY, CV/SLIDE, CV/DUTY RADOM, RANDOM
• Step Mode: GATE ON/OFF, ACTIVE STEP, SLIDE, STEP JUMP
• Sequence Step Resolution: quarter notes, eighth notes, sixteenth notes
• CV OUT Pitch: Linear, Minor, Major, Chromatic
• CV OUT Voltage: 1V, 2V, 5V (Oct) 8V (Hz/V)
• GATE OUT Polarity: + (positive polarity), - (negative polarity)
• SYNC IN/OUT Polarity: + (rise), - (fall)
• Connectors:
  • littleBits OUT jack (mini monaural phone jack)
  • OUT (MIDI OUT) jack (mini stereo phone jack)
  • CV - A OUT - GATE jack (mini monaural phone jack, CV OUT : Output Level 1V, 2V, 5V, 8[Hz/V], GATE OUT: output level 10V)
  • CV - BOUT - GATE jack (mini monaural phone jack, CV OUT : Output Level 1V, 2V, 5V, 8[Hz/V], GATE OUT: Output Level 10V)
  • IN – SYNC – OUT jack (mini monaural phone jack, SYNC IN: Max Input Level 20V, SYNC OUT: Output Level 5V)
  • USB jack (type B, USB MIDI)
• Power Supply: Two AA batteries (alkaline batteries recommended), or USB power
• Battery Life: approximately 5 hours (when using alkaline batteries)
• Dimension: (W x D x H)193 x 84 x 63 mm/7.60" x 3.31" × 2.48"
• Weight: 641 g/1.41 lbs.
• Included Items: Two AA batteries for checking operation, mini plug – DIN cable
• Options: Patch cable MS-CABLE-18

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