Sequencer Recommendations

[maudibe]

Aye lunarDough... just don't forget those attenuators and a Doepfer switch. Then you will be most happy

Even better with a quantizer or two...

[kisielk]

Rene you don't really have to dive through menus. Once you get familiar with it the options are fairly intuitive, and you can also "play" them in a performance. I especially like turning it on to the access page and messing with locations there.

Admittedly it does take a while to learn and the interface is really weird, but it becomes second nature after you play with it for a while.

[ablearcher]

+1 on orbitals. Great sequencer, good price, easy build, you'll probably need a quantizer to go with it though. Slew limiter too... Every module just seems to lead to more modules don't they?

[lunarDough]

I guess I'll have to check Rene out a bit more, it may end up being what I like better, I've been trying to avoid crazy intense modules like that....for no good reason, I'm realizing.

But yes every single module makes you want 3 more. Or need. There is only the need feels. I don't want (insert module), I need it.

[Spartacus]

Is the Stoicheia good for anything other than drum beats?

[geecen]

If you're after the Rene for it's reordering of sequenced notes, a cheap option to achieve something similar is a sequencer with CV control over which sequence step is played. You can then mix different lfos together and get endless combinations of sequences with the same notes Rene style. The above mentioned Orbitals does this I think, as does the RYO 8 step. Both DIY too which can save a bit of cash.

[Captain77]

Doepfer A-155 is really great if a classic approach is needed (I regret having sold mine), but you need a lot of space (HP).
I suppose Orbitals and A-155 share the same approach...
Make Noise Renè is a great choice for more umpredictable sequences AND it's great if you want to play it live (really interactive), just as kisielk wrote.
AND the output is quantized...

[Astronaut FX]

Are you dead set on a eurorack sequencer? Could a Beatstep Pro work for you?

[vedicspaceprogram]

I just added a Meng Qi Voltage memory to my sequencing arsenal. It can send six cv signals per step, so for a module like the Telharmonic or a Piston Honda you can get very animated sequences. It also has a pressure control mode which let's you send out six pressure control cv signals- which seems to me like a Pressure Points. It's well made and the touch plates seem to work better than on Make Noise modules. Very good for improvising and fun to use. Also has drum mode with six gates out, which i haven't tried yet. No quantized cv or modulation of sequencer (it does have reset input). The $350 price tag and 30 HP size make it appealing. This video is very detailed:



Rene is a cool sequencer for breaking away from 16 repeating steps. Being able to modulate the sequencer, quantized cv outs and being able to set the notes and limited memory are useful.

The Beat Step Pro is versatile, cheap, uses up zero hp and you can probably try from a local music store and see how you like it. Quantized cv outs, MIDI sync/clock sync, drum machine features and extensive memory make it very useful. Probably the biggest bang for the buck. I think I paid $150 (with free shipping and no sales tax) from a mail order store with a "make an offer" option.

If I could just own one of the above I think I would vote for the Beat Step Pro, because it does drums too. But, it depends on the modules you have and what you're trying to do.

[evileye0702]

If you are willing to think outside the box and have some spare change, the Koma Komplex is great. So hands on. No menu diving. Tons of CV points.

[Spartacus]

Anyone have a K4815?

[sauflesautres]

I'm adding my voice to the others who suggested the ER-101. It's got 4 tracks so you can use it to sequence many things at once. I love mine, it's the heart of my small modular

[calaveras]

I've got 2 synthrotek SEQ8 and an RYO paths.
Gate out per step, a random function. Clock in/out. Coarse and fine speed control.
3 CV outs with attenuation per each.
My main gripe is that it only plays forward, no pendulum or reverse.
Effing dirt cheap as a kit.

Gonna get that ratchet ass Doepfer next.

[Jalopy]

Also struggling with this myself.

From the perspective a screen, the trigger riot seems fantastic to me... but I seem to think its not a good starting point for sequencing in a 6U

So much to choose from

[Dogma]

For Melodic stuffs - Modcan Touch Sequencer
For beats and stuffs - Bastl Knit Rder

[artistcalled6]

The Audio Damage Sequencer 1 is a pretty capable sequencer. The 3 CV outs give it a great boost of utility, I've used them as LFOs and/or to trigger drum modules.