SQ-1 : Excellent little gadget!

10 years ago

I really got to like SQ1. What I like the most is the linear pitch just like it used to be on classic vintage sequencer.

Pitch imperfections (or pitch fluctuations, or micro tuning) is very important aspect of music articulation and I wonder how synth manufacturers cannot grasp it. For example Arturia with their Beatstep, my second sequencer. Now that I got SQ1 I hardly touch it.

Another thing, SQ1 is two channel, a huge advantage in itself.

The only complaint is the programming and the manual. It made me scratch my head more than once, especially setting the clock divisions and gate polarity. Korg should give it more attention and at least provide some more tips and FAQ's.

Image Korg SQ-1

Technical Data

  • Manufactured by Korg
  • Released in 2015
  • Average price : $106
  • Weight : 641g
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