Description

From Korg:

When the classic MS-20 analog synthesizer appeared in 1978, it had a trusted partner in the SQ-10 step sequencer. Now, after thirty years, the MS-20 has been reborn as the MS-20 mini, and the SQ-10 has evolved into the more modern SQ-1.

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.

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

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