It gets that sound from a combination of digital isolators and analog filters, if you like this there's some other machines that you might like as well The Cummer but one, sequential circuits prophet vs , prophet 2000 ,ensoniq ASR 10 , The oberhiem DPX one single player , which basically is an immune system simulator to rackmount minus the sampling option but their software you can use to do your sampling with, also the David Smith evolve, kawi made one to the k3
I have a ppg wave and the esq 1 sq80 are the closest sounding thing I've ever heard , it's a shame the architecture was not a little more flexible when they built it is because we're not seeing much in the way of retrofit kits for it like we are for some of the other machines, sits beautifully with my ppg wave 2.2 and prophet vs
I don't own an ESQ-1, but I'm glad I've watched! It gave me insight on how a small, seemingly boring, sequence becomes a powerful backing for a lead. I'm fairly new into the world of music making, so tips like these are very valuable to me. I often over-complicate these kind of things. I own a Novation Circuit, to which this can be applied with ease and use another synth (or my Impulse, as Circuit has two synth engines) for the lead. Thanks, Todd!
Without external equipment is there any way to add swing to the sequencer? That's has always been the downfall of this sequencer and I have not been able to find an internal work around so if you have any tips you could share that would rock!
What is the advantage of using an onboard sequencer like this versus just recording the MIDI notes in a DAW? Is there any reason to do this besides it being fun to use an old interface and to get away from the DAW? I've always avoided onboard sequencers on all the stuff I have cause I just don't really see the point to it. Honest question!
You don’t get many advantages in terms of tech. It’s about exploring old workflow. Sometimes those workflows can push toward specific classic sounds and styles.
@@toddsmithmusic3172 That makes sense... lets say you usually do just record to a DAW, and then made a sequence on the ESQ-1, I feel like everything would then have to revolve around the ESQ-1 and would just have to record all audio, am I dumb? How would you adjust the workflow from there? Hope its not an annoying question :)
@@toddsmithmusic3172 It works just need to set "slave" for the R5 and its internal sync to MIDI and thats it, pretty simple and they sound great for italo disco together !
I've had one of these for about 3 weeks now. Been obsessed with it ever since I found it. This video was really helpful!
Classic synth !
It gets that sound from a combination of digital isolators and analog filters, if you like this there's some other machines that you might like as well The Cummer but one, sequential circuits prophet vs , prophet 2000 ,ensoniq ASR 10 , The oberhiem DPX one single player , which basically is an immune system simulator to rackmount minus the sampling option but their software you can use to do your sampling with, also the David Smith evolve, kawi made one to the k3
@@jamesdelrogers542 David Smith lol
I literally just repaired an esq1 two days ago and was trying to work out how to use the sequencer!!!!!
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I'll be doing another video in which we add a live recording and do copy/paste very soon. Glad it helped
I bought an ESQ-1 the time you made this video. Perfect timing dude!
Perfect! =)
Absolutely amazing sounding synth/workstation. Awesome for soundtracks. And synth wave.
Thanks. This is a really useful video
I like the sound of this synth so much. I really wish the released a modern version of this. Keep the sound, but update the user interface
made myself a dang sangquence
Dang bro. You killer dog !
Being using the ESQ 1 since I bought mine in the 80’s. The seq is very easy to use and fly over the buttons when recording
Sounds incredible!!!
I have a ppg wave and the esq 1 sq80 are the closest sounding thing I've ever heard , it's a shame the architecture was not a little more flexible when they built it is because we're not seeing much in the way of retrofit kits for it like we are for some of the other machines, sits beautifully with my ppg wave 2.2 and prophet vs
I don't own an ESQ-1, but I'm glad I've watched! It gave me insight on how a small, seemingly boring, sequence becomes a powerful backing for a lead. I'm fairly new into the world of music making, so tips like these are very valuable to me. I often over-complicate these kind of things.
I own a Novation Circuit, to which this can be applied with ease and use another synth (or my Impulse, as Circuit has two synth engines) for the lead.
Thanks, Todd!
I agree. it's all a gentle balance. =)
Beautiful sequence ! I find a lot of similarities between the ESQ-1 and the TS-12 sequencer. Not surprisingly though. Cheers from Canada.
Mine came in the mail today
Classic synth !
Did the mailman leave in good health?
@@lovemadeinjapan hah I know what you mean
I have had an ESQ-1 for 35 years but now the display has gone dead So, I’m bidding on another ESQ-1 right now. Keep your fingers crossed 🙏 😋
Without external equipment is there any way to add swing to the sequencer? That's has always been the downfall of this sequencer and I have not been able to find an internal work around so if you have any tips you could share that would rock!
Is there a way to make the notes longer in step sequencer? It are they all just a quick quarter note
What is the advantage of using an onboard sequencer like this versus just recording the MIDI notes in a DAW? Is there any reason to do this besides it being fun to use an old interface and to get away from the DAW? I've always avoided onboard sequencers on all the stuff I have cause I just don't really see the point to it. Honest question!
You don’t get many advantages in terms of tech. It’s about exploring old workflow. Sometimes those workflows can push toward specific classic sounds and styles.
@@toddsmithmusic3172 That makes sense... lets say you usually do just record to a DAW, and then made a sequence on the ESQ-1, I feel like everything would then have to revolve around the ESQ-1 and would just have to record all audio, am I dumb? How would you adjust the workflow from there? Hope its not an annoying question :)
did you create the “SW-Brs?”
I thought the term "workstation" was coined only two years later (Korg M1)?
What would I have to change in settings, if I wanted to sequence the ensoniq with another sequencer. Through midi
You ever figure this out ? Sorry missed this message
@@toddsmithmusic3172 It’s ok. No I didn’t. Do you have any ideas?
Have got that sequencer working with other gear so you know the issues lies in the ESQ1?
You have to sync the INTERNAL/EXTERNAL clocks depending on which you want to keep the LEAD and which one the FOLLOW. Read Panos's comment below!
Iam trying to sync this beast to my Roland R5 if anyone can help just drop a line here, thanks !
Never tried midi sync, only midi control . Should work tho, care to touch of settings you've touched ?
@@toddsmithmusic3172 It works just need to set "slave" for the R5 and its internal sync to MIDI and thats it, pretty simple and they sound great for italo disco together !
Thank you my friend
3 LFO's? Huge
Man you sound like Ice-T