Sequencers / Grooveboxes

The lastest firmware for the LIVEN 8bit warps adds some new effects and expands the capabilities of the onboard sequencer. 

The latest version of Sample Logic's MIDI sequencer and arpeggiator introduces more versatile pattern switching, a reworked modulation system, improved transposition and more.

The latest version of WA Production’s AI-powered MIDI generator now allows users to organise their ideas and song parts into eight scenes, as well as deliver a range of improvements and enhancements. 

Thingstone show us their new Track8 prototype audio recorder and sequencer.

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. 

Squarp Instruments give us a demonstrations of Hapax, the first hardware sequencer to fully support MIDI Polyphonic Expression.

Eventide give us all of the details on Misha, their new interval-based Eurorack sequencer/instrument. 

Equipped with 3000 samples and an array of performance features, Polyend say that Play is possibly most flexible and inspirational groovebox ever created...

New line-up includes T-8 Beat Machine, J-6 Chord Synthesizer and E-4 Voice Tweaker.

New version 3.1 firmware adds direct-from-disk streaming, compatibility with class compliant audio interfaces, and much more.

New MkII version boasts an enhanced sequencer, unlimited sampling time, and battery-powered operation.