I’m interested in getting into some old-school step sequencing with my LP. But I’d rather not invest in hardware, because of space and because I’ll probably only do it occasionally. And I don’t want to use the sequencer that’s built into my Korg, or Cubase, because what attracts me is the simplicity of step sequencers.
So, does anyone make software emulations of step sequencers? Something that would be free-standing (not a plug-in if possible), and has an interface that invites real-time tweaking, and I guess outputs MIDI note values and CC numbers to drive pitch and other parameters. Does it exist? Thanks…
I’m not familiar with one, but that doesn’t mean that it doesn’t exist.
Numerology is a great piece of software. I used it a lot for a film I worked on recently. Controlling the Little Phatty, generating audio to be processed with my Moogerfoogers, or generating sequenced CVs by sending audio into the Envelope Follower on my Low Pass Filter.
You should also try Bankstep v2.1, it’s like the old school modulars. Somewhat tricky to operate if you arent into that sort of stuff, but there is an extensive pdf. manuaul you can download. It’s been really stable on my laptop as of yet! I think I got it from http://www.vstplanet.com
If anyone here could explain to a total newbie on VST’s and midi sequencers the way of making this softwares work on a PC i would be really grateful… thanks in advance.
Rigth now i use my LP only played by myself but i really want to learn to sequence it and expand my sonic possibilities..
I’m referring to the sequncers suggested in this tread… i already download them but don’t know what the next step is. If you like you can PM me so we don’t hijack the tread, but i feel the explanations may be useful for someone else here… thanx
Yes! Especially I would like to know whether I will be able to send the sequence to my (hopefully arriving on saturday) MP-201 via USB and then from there via MIDI or CV to the LPTE?
I’m not an expert on the MP-201, but it should work like most other midi interfaces. Connect the MP-201 to computer via USB. Connect whichever output you want(cv or midi) on the MP-201 to whichever input you want(cv or midi) on the LPTE.
The cv inputs on the LPTE should already be configured for the most part. The midi input needs to be assigned. Make sure it is set to whichever channel you willl use(prob. CH.1) and you set the midi clock as external if you want the sequencer to determine the time. This is all explained in the LPTE manual, if you have not read the midi section, I would suggest doing this now.
Once you are connected and configured on the hardware end you must configure the software. In all VST software there are options which allow you to select multiple midi functions. The LPTE should appear on whichever software you are using as a midi device. Make sure it is selected on CH.1. For this example make the midi channel output to CH.1, same as input on LPTE. I’m not sure if this is too simple of an explaination, or too complex for you guys. It’s really easy once you understand “midi flow”, but I hope this helps at least to start!
P.S. READ THE MANUAL!!!
What you describe is exactly what I would have done/will do! Just wanted to make sure I haven’t forgotten anything, as it seemed to be suspiciously simple;-)
Thanks!
PS: I will reread my LP manual for sure. Just finished the MP-201 one…
midi is not complicated at all, once you get the hang of it. Make sure to set the LPTE midi out to off, to ensure no midi feedback. Also the MP-201 will show up as the midi device, not the LPTE. Sorry for that. The MP-201 should pass the midi signal on thru to the LPTE.
Thanks a lot gtivr6fan!! i actually use my LP connected via MIDI with mi MP-201, a Roland Juno G and a Hammond MIDI foot controller, my question was directed to the use of software sequencers (VST) and the Host program. I’ve downloaded Chainer but don’t really know how to use it… how to load the VST’s and use them… thanx again
