Sequencers / Grooveboxes

Play+ retains the same external design as its predecessor, but with an upgraded processor that enables stereo sample playback, multitimbral polyphonic synthesis and more.

Korg's new MPS-10 drum pad promises unrivaled control over sounds and parameters, whilst the KAOSS Replay combines their popular XY-based effects system with a powerful sampler.

Sonicware are currently running a Kickstarter campaign to fund the creation of Lofi-12 XT, an advanced version of their popular Lofi-12 groovebox and sampler instrument.

The latest SmplTrek firmware introduces new features such as a Performance mode and loop playback support, as well as numerous improvements and bug fixes.

As well as offering deep integration with Ableton Live, Akai Pro's new APC64 can be used to control hardware instruments thanks to a built-in sequencer and CV/gate connectivity. 

The lastest firmware for the LIVEN 8bit warps adds some new effects and expands the capabilities of the onboard sequencer. 

The latest version of Sample Logic's MIDI sequencer and arpeggiator introduces more versatile pattern switching, a reworked modulation system, improved transposition and more.

The latest version of WA Production’s AI-powered MIDI generator now allows users to organise their ideas and song parts into eight scenes, as well as deliver a range of improvements and enhancements. 

Thingstone show us their new Track8 prototype audio recorder and sequencer.

Akai are celebrating 35 years of their MPC platform with the release of a new version of their flagship instrument that boasts a retro look along with increased processing power and storage. 

Toneworks' first release is equipped with a comprehensive step sequencer, harmoniser and arpeggiator, and can either host software instruments directly, or control them via MIDI. 

Precyne is a new software MIDI sequencer which aims to provide users of predominantly hardware-based studios with DAW-like editing capabilities.

Circuit Rhythm's latest firmware update provides a host of new features which Novation say make the device more intuitive than ever to use.

Chord Sequencer has received its first update, gaining a range of new content and features which aim to make customising chord progressions and finding new sounds both faster and easier.

Novation are celebrating their 30th year with a series of artist videos and a huge equipment giveaway.

Beatmaker from Soundation is a new online sequencer and sampler which allows users to collaborate in real time via their internet browser.

Latest OS update brings a much-requested Song Mode feature to Elektron's Digitakt, Syntakt, Digitone and Digitone Keys instruments. 

David Caulfield has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the production of a book detailing the development of the Akai Professional products that put sampling and sequencing into the reach of musicians. 

Akai's latest instrument combines an MPC with a keyboard/synthesizer, and offers a complete standalone production environment. 

A new feature update for Akai's MPC units is on the way, bringing with it a new browser, plug-ins and MIDI capabilities. 

Squarp Instruments give us a demonstrations of Hapax, the first hardware sequencer to fully support MIDI Polyphonic Expression.