My favorite sequencer is the WMD Metron. It's expensive and takes up a lot of space, and you even need the Voltera expansions to do CV. But it's very powerful and straight forward to use. WMD put a lot of effort into their tutorial videos, which also helps a lot.
I love intuitive hands-on sequencers with enough hp (horsepower) per hp, like the NE Mimetic Digitalis that is very versatile. But sometimes it’s good to have an expert that takes up more space. For melodies and for its musical and groove capabilities I love the new Melodicer by Vermona. And there’s my DIY Step Fader by Tesseract Modular, a 16-step or dual 8-step sequencer with a Metropolis-inspired ratcheting mode and 2 independently usable slew circuits. In a favorite patch driving the Loquelic Iteritas A and B inputs ...
Erica Synths Drum Sequencer. Comes with a couple of LFO’s, 1 dedicated bass track, 16 triggers/12 accents, plenty of steps, and all in a simple XOX style sequencing. I’m still new to eurorack/modular and found it’s simplicity was key for me. I had a WMD Metron, but found it was more intricate than what I was ready for. Great video and keep on keeping on 👍👍
Thx for this-super helpful, I like how you emphasize the playability of this, just the kind of sequencer I am looking for. What are some of your fave modules to pair with it (in addition to Voltage block)?
Magic! Thank you so much for sharing some of your process. Very cool use of the gear! What's your thinking about the varigate 8 these days? And, love to understand more what you use the voltage block for in this setup? In your opinion, is the Voltage Block necessary to pull the best out of the Varigates? Thanks so much!
Thanks, the v8+ is cool for drums, which it had more cvs and was labeled better, I still prefer the v4+. And voltage block is great, I need to make a video about it.. soon!
I just got a Verigate 4+ and was thinking if I paired it with the Voltage Block, I could use the Varigate to control gate on 4 sequences while Voltage Block provided pitch CV, and I'd STILL have 4 channels on the Block to use as CV modulation sources. That's awesome! Looks like my wallet is about to shrink...
As humans we are fascinated by patterns, I enjoyed the video just listening to the sounds evolving. I'm new to modular so I'm relying on my Korg SQ-1 and also the Octatrack for sequencing. I'm closing in on the Qu-bit Bloom as have always been fascinated with fractals.
Nice vid an beautiful sounds, thanks! My favorite sequencer too for a small setup. I see you have obviously exchanged Plaits for the more experimental Basilimus I.A. which I will have a look at right now...
I looked at the Varigate 4+, but really only wanted a trigger sequencer, so I went with the Bastl Knit rider. I was pretty tuned off by having to constantly re-set the slider values to reflect the current state. It's really slick package tho, love the probability and repeat too. Thanks for always putting up great vids.
Nice video! Can you link the cv and gate so that the cv doesn't change until the next gate occurs? (so that you don't get those changes in pitch between gates) … I think this is possible on the V8+
I only have my NiftyCase for Eurorack currently, so I'm limited on space. (Will be filling it in a few days when my Maths arrives). So for now, sequencing is going to be my SQ-1, Keystep Pro and Ableton. Dig the vibe of this, though, just don't think it makes sense to give up the space for it, given my other options.
I have the Varigate 4+ and it can do a lot in a compact format, but it can also be confusing because the 8 sliders are constantly out of touch with reality. Whenever you switch between the tracks and the various modes within a track, the sliders do not indicate the values for that track and mode, and you have to sort of guess/remember where you are. It gets better with practise but this will never be a truly hands-on module for me.
What did you think of Marbles when you had it in terms of random generation? I am on the fence about selling it for the varigate, I want something more intuitive, remembering all the button combinations can really be a pain. :/ and amazing video. Always so helpful and inspiring :)
Thanks! I didn't like it too much, like you said, to many button combinations and not as clearly labeled as the v4+. Also the v4+ is a lot smaller, so that's another plus :)
I tried so many sequencers and now Hermod is still in my case but it kind of stops or slows my creative flow. I often keep it unpatched and use smaller one trick ponies like the Baby8 for melodies, the SWT16+ to trigger things and simple LFOs or TempsUtile and Maths to modulate things. But if I look at this, I think about using just these two modules for all my needs. Looks amazing!
I really have some super bad experience with this module, i try to clock it with an external clock source and it just went total nuts and then it just stop to trigg gates i tryed so long to figuer everything out but just went total angry Quit even trying 😔
I’m currently using Hermod as an “off the grid” midi looper style sequencer for free form ambient stuff of which it excels. Squarp added this function a few updates in so you might not have had the chance to try it when you had one....
Yeah, but no swing is a deal breaker for me. And I'm assuming that it doesn't accept a swung clock input, right? What's with Malekko? The Manther has a great sequencer, except no swing there either. "It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing" ;)
I agree. I love my Varigate 4+ but if I want a major scale sequence (really basic from C to C) it's quite difficult to dial in the precise notes because the sliders cover a few octaves and the space between each isn't as large as you think visually. However, it is great fun to play with and for more precise control the Voltage Block is king as she said :)
I swear those aren't liver spots, was painting right before this ':) What's your favorite sequencer euro or non euro?!
My favorite sequencer is the WMD Metron. It's expensive and takes up a lot of space, and you even need the Voltera expansions to do CV. But it's very powerful and straight forward to use. WMD put a lot of effort into their tutorial videos, which also helps a lot.
I love intuitive hands-on sequencers with enough hp (horsepower) per hp, like the NE Mimetic Digitalis that is very versatile. But sometimes it’s good to have an expert that takes up more space. For melodies and for its musical and groove capabilities I love the new Melodicer by Vermona. And there’s my DIY Step Fader by Tesseract Modular, a 16-step or dual 8-step sequencer with a Metropolis-inspired ratcheting mode and 2 independently usable slew circuits. In a favorite patch driving the Loquelic Iteritas A and B inputs ...
Erica Synths Drum Sequencer. Comes with a couple of LFO’s, 1 dedicated bass track, 16 triggers/12 accents, plenty of steps, and all in a simple XOX style sequencing. I’m still new to eurorack/modular and found it’s simplicity was key for me. I had a WMD Metron, but found it was more intricate than what I was ready for. Great video and keep on keeping on 👍👍
"going to patch rings into clouds just to make everyone mad". classic. love it.
That one made me laugh.
People who got into modular Amy time after 2019 will not understand this joke lmao
Great video! Thanks, Jade!
Thanks for pointing me to the varigate and 🎛️ control.
My favourite part was when the beauty jumped out of the chaos.
This channel is dope. Very clear. Love it.
Thank you for inspiring me Jade, trying to live my best life in these effed up times through modular discovery and you've kept me going
just got the varigate 4+ recently and it's really an amazing module for that small form factor. and the 3 main modes are brilliant.
Great video! This and your previous video about the Varigate are the reason I have one on the way to me now 😂
UA-cam just sent your video my way 😂 when I got my newest sequencer, the Varigate4+. Ty YT, ty @Jade
Using a Metron with two Volteras myself. That was a great demo and jam. Thanks for sharing the whole process.
Thx for this-super helpful, I like how you emphasize the playability of this, just the kind of sequencer I am looking for. What are some of your fave modules to pair with it (in addition to Voltage block)?
The part when it just locks in at 6.30 was epic and from then on, great stuff!
Magic! Thank you so much for sharing some of your process. Very cool use of the gear! What's your thinking about the varigate 8 these days? And, love to understand more what you use the voltage block for in this setup? In your opinion, is the Voltage Block necessary to pull the best out of the Varigates? Thanks so much!
Thanks, the v8+ is cool for drums, which it had more cvs and was labeled better, I still prefer the v4+. And voltage block is great, I need to make a video about it.. soon!
“We going to go Rings into Clouds to make everyone mad…” Hahahahahha
How do you know the root note of the key you are in? is that always set by the VCO tune dial? (in other words; How do I know I'm in C scale?)
Correct, the root note will be whatever the tune knob is set to on each module.
@@JAdeWii_ Thanks Jade. My black version arrived last night. This thing is wild. Your videos rock!
I just got a Verigate 4+ and was thinking if I paired it with the Voltage Block, I could use the Varigate to control gate on 4 sequences while Voltage Block provided pitch CV, and I'd STILL have 4 channels on the Block to use as CV modulation sources. That's awesome! Looks like my wallet is about to shrink...
Hi Sean! Can U add swing to the V4+?
black sounds better ;) liked your smile at the end
She is Amazing! ❤️❤️❤️ +1 Like
As humans we are fascinated by patterns, I enjoyed the video just listening to the sounds evolving. I'm new to modular so I'm relying on my Korg SQ-1 and also the Octatrack for sequencing. I'm closing in on the Qu-bit Bloom as have always been fascinated with fractals.
SQ-1 was my first sequencer, love it. And yes, the bloom looks cool!
Nice vid an beautiful sounds, thanks! My favorite sequencer too for a small setup. I see you have obviously exchanged Plaits for the more experimental Basilimus I.A. which I will have a look at right now...
Nice work!
I looked at the Varigate 4+, but really only wanted a trigger sequencer, so I went with the Bastl Knit rider. I was pretty tuned off by having to constantly re-set the slider values to reflect the current state. It's really slick package tho, love the probability and repeat too. Thanks for always putting up great vids.
Great overview. I wish I had known about the Varigate 4+ when I started with modular. I recently caved in and also got the Voltage Block.
They make a great combo!
Nice video! Can you link the cv and gate so that the cv doesn't change until the next gate occurs? (so that you don't get those changes in pitch between gates) … I think this is possible on the V8+
love it! Can you add swing to the varigate 4+?
great job
I only have my NiftyCase for Eurorack currently, so I'm limited on space. (Will be filling it in a few days when my Maths arrives). So for now, sequencing is going to be my SQ-1, Keystep Pro and Ableton. Dig the vibe of this, though, just don't think it makes sense to give up the space for it, given my other options.
I just got it in black, haha. Wanted silver.
Have you been able to try the Acid Rain Maestro?
I have the Varigate 4+ and it can do a lot in a compact format, but it can also be confusing because the 8 sliders are constantly out of touch with reality. Whenever you switch between the tracks and the various modes within a track, the sliders do not indicate the values for that track and mode, and you have to sort of guess/remember where you are. It gets better with practise but this will never be a truly hands-on module for me.
What did you think of Marbles when you had it in terms of random generation?
I am on the fence about selling it for the varigate, I want something more intuitive, remembering all the button combinations can really be a pain. :/
and amazing video. Always so helpful and inspiring :)
Thanks! I didn't like it too much, like you said, to many button combinations and not as clearly labeled as the v4+. Also the v4+ is a lot smaller, so that's another plus :)
I’m using the Varigate 4+ (thanks to you) together with Marbles. Would be nice with a Voltage block too though.
I tried so many sequencers and now Hermod is still in my case but it kind of stops or slows my creative flow. I often keep it unpatched and use smaller one trick ponies like the Baby8 for melodies, the SWT16+ to trigger things and simple LFOs or TempsUtile and Maths to modulate things. But if I look at this, I think about using just these two modules for all my needs. Looks amazing!
Felt the same way about hermod. Still cool tho, but yes, 2 of these would be gold!
I really have some super bad experience with this module, i try to clock it with an external clock source and it just went total nuts and then it just stop to trigg gates i tryed so long to figuer everything out but just went total angry Quit even trying 😔
I’m currently using Hermod as an “off the grid” midi looper style sequencer for free form ambient stuff
of which it excels. Squarp added this function a few updates in so you might not have had the chance to try it when you had one....
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Yeah, but no swing is a deal breaker for me. And I'm assuming that it doesn't accept a swung clock input, right?
What's with Malekko? The Manther has a great sequencer, except no swing there either. "It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing" ;)
I hate my varigate when it comes to dialing precise notes. It’s fun only for random pitches.
that's where the Voltage block comes in ;)
I agree. I love my Varigate 4+ but if I want a major scale sequence (really basic from C to C) it's quite difficult to dial in the precise notes because the sliders cover a few octaves and the space between each isn't as large as you think visually. However, it is great fun to play with and for more precise control the Voltage Block is king as she said :)
I’m confused I thought you were bored with this
Selling my modular. Waste of time.
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