Sequencers / Grooveboxes

Akai are celebrating 35 years of their MPC platform with the release of a new version of their flagship instrument that boasts a retro look along with increased processing power and storage. 

Toneworks' first release is equipped with a comprehensive step sequencer, harmoniser and arpeggiator, and can either host software instruments directly, or control them via MIDI. 

Precyne is a new software MIDI sequencer which aims to provide users of predominantly hardware-based studios with DAW-like editing capabilities.

Circuit Rhythm's latest firmware update provides a host of new features which Novation say make the device more intuitive than ever to use.

Chord Sequencer has received its first update, gaining a range of new content and features which aim to make customising chord progressions and finding new sounds both faster and easier.

Novation are celebrating their 30th year with a series of artist videos and a huge equipment giveaway.

Beatmaker from Soundation is a new online sequencer and sampler which allows users to collaborate in real time via their internet browser.

Latest OS update brings a much-requested Song Mode feature to Elektron's Digitakt, Syntakt, Digitone and Digitone Keys instruments. 

David Caulfield has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the production of a book detailing the development of the Akai Professional products that put sampling and sequencing into the reach of musicians. 

Akai's latest instrument combines an MPC with a keyboard/synthesizer, and offers a complete standalone production environment. 

A new feature update for Akai's MPC units is on the way, bringing with it a new browser, plug-ins and MIDI capabilities.