Korg SQ1 CV Sequencer & Sync Box - Compact Black MIDI Controller for Synths & Drum Machines | Perfect for Live Performances & Studio Production

Connect any type of device and control it freely 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. Sturdy and compact body, with battery operation Packed with carefully selected functionality, the SQ-1 features a compact and very sturdy sheet-metal body. Placed beside the MS-20 series, you'll notice a sense of solidity that gives the impression they were manufactured in the same era. The unit can operate on two AA batteries or on USB bus power.Sequence step resolution is selectable as quarter notes, eighth notes, or 16th notes. You can specify the way in which the step knobs control the pitch. Ideal hardware sequencer As a connector, the SQ-1 provides two CV/GATE OUT channels, the standard MIDI OUT and USB MIDI, littleBits out (to connect to the littleBits synth kit by littleBits Electronics Inc.), plus the SYNC IN/OUT channel that allows you to connect to the volca series and monotribe. Compact and complete with all the functions you need, the SQ-1 is the ideal hardware sequencer. Connect and control the MS-20 and many other types of equipment Rather than the commonly used V/Oct standard, the CV design of the MS-20 always used the Hz/V standard that provides excellent pitch stability limiting the step sequencers that are able to correctly control the MS-20. As a descendant of the SQ-10, the SQ-1 supports the Hz/V standard, enabling it to control the MS-20 or MS-20 mini. The V/Oct standard is also supported, and the voltage level of the CV output and polarity of the GATE output can be specified as appropriate for the connected device. Versatile sequencer modes The SQ-1 provides two channels (A and B) of 8-step sequencer that can operate consecutively, or be used in a variety of other modes. For example, you can run A and B following each other to function as a 16-step sequencer, ignore the order and make the steps play randomly, or use A and B to control different parameters as they run in parallel. From simple sequences to complex changes, you can choose from a variety of modes to suit your needs. Technical Specifications 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) Dimensions 7.60" x 3.31" × 2.48" Weight 1.41 lbs