Little Phatty--Live Step Sequencer Suggestions

I’m looking for a step sequencer to control my Little Phatty Stage II via CV gate for live performance applications, and I would like the advice of this board. Full disclosure: I know very little about CV gate applications and would appreciate any info about the basics.

Here are my requirements:

  1. No computers allowed!
  2. Must be relatively compact for preferably tabletop use/live performance/gigging.
  3. I want to produce house/techno basslines/appegiations, etc.
  4. I’d prefer to spend under $500.00 (this is probably unrealistic).
  5. Must be able to sync to midi-clock tempo from an external drum machine.

Any suggestions would be very much appreciated!

LG

Deopfer Dark Time
Elektron A4
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No love for midi sequencing? Lots of other flexible choices there.

The Dark Time is top of my list, but have you also considered something from DSI, like a MoPho or Evolver(?) Built-in 16x4 analog sequencers.

Thanks for the suggestions! I’ll look into them.

What about the Analogue Solutions Europa sequencer? I know it is midi, but does anyone have any experience with this device?