Sequencers / Grooveboxes

Native Instruments take their hybrid groove machine to another level with new hardware and a big software update.

The tiny 8 Step Program is capable of all sorts of creative CV control.

The Doepfer Dark Time looks and behaves like an analogue sequencer, but its digital heart means there's more to it than meets the eye.

I'm an ambient musician looking for an addition to my synth collection. I'm interested in the Quasimidi Polymorph, yet they...

Not a company to do things by half, Elektron have combined their first analogue synth with an incredibly versatile sequencer.

With a long and enviable pedigree in hardware sampling and sequencing, the Akai MPC range has finally gone soft...

The legendary MPC brand is reborn in a form that aims to marry its famous hands-on ethos with the unlimited possibilities of the software world. Does the combination work?

Steinberg’s Sequel is one of many simple but intuitive loop‑based music programs. What’s new in version 3 — the sequel to the sequel to Sequel?

Swedish synthesists Elektron have turned their attention to sampling — and, with characteristic individuality, have created something quite unique.

NI have updated Maschine — so is it now all we thought it could be?

Analogue Solutions get back to basics with their new sequencer, the Europa.

Native Instruments's hybrid hardware and software beat machine promises the best of both worlds. Does it deliver?

Genoqs take a unique approach to hardware sequencing, as weve seen previosuly from their Octopus sequencer. Now theyre back with a smaller and far more affordable model: the Nemo.

Just when you think you've seen it all, Yamaha come straight at you out of left field with an instrument unlike any other. But is the Tenori-On a musical revolution in the making or a white (flashing) elephant?

Have Roland finally outgunned Akai's renowned MPC series in the battle for the hip-hop market?

Steinberg have drawn on some of the technologies they pioneered in Cubase 4 to create a new entry-level sequencing package.

The latest version of Image Line's affordable FL Studio music software adds a powerful resampling editor and processor, plus some neat plug-ins.

Akai's famed Music Production Centre goes mini...

Roland take their MC concept further with new features, flying faders and computer integration. Let's explore...

If you want a unique approach to hardware sequencing or a charming accessory for the bridge of your alien mothership, the Genoqs Octopus could be just what you're looking for...

Akai have updated the classic sampling sequencer concept last embodied in the MPC2000XL, but have they managed to preserve the magic formula that made the series a success?