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the filter-frequency will continue to shift relative to the note-sequencer-line. To challenge
you we have set the length of this line at 15 steps, a little shorter than the actual
sequence of notes;-)!
3.5 Step-sequencer advanced I
3.5.1Tonal sequences
The previous two chapters have introduced some of the basic functionality of the step-
sequencer. In the following chapters you will become familiar with some advanced features.
There are different types of sequencer lines available in the Spectralis step-sequencer.
We differentiate between tonal lines and parameter lines. We will deal with the tonal lines
first.
A tonal-sequencerline has different parameters from the parameter-sequencerlines. Each
step of a tonal sequencerline contains the following parameters:
Pitch
Determines the note you will hear when the step is played
Velocity
Determines the velocity with which a note is played
Length
Determines the length of the played note
Probability
This step-parameter determines the probability with which a note is being played.
This way a sequence will appear more lively, because steps are not necessarily being
triggered every time during each sequence.
Glide
The parameter “glide” is being used to determine if a note “glides” to the next note or
if the next note-pitch is reached directly. The glide-function can be turned on and off
for each step. The glide effect of the note-lines works in connection with the settings
prepared in the oscillator-section corresponding to the note-lines.(The “Glide” function
will be available from firmware version 098 on).
There are a number of variations concerning input of notes available, which we will tell
you about now. Sometimes you may want to set all steps to the same pitch, other times
you may want to change the velocity of individual steps. At times it may be preferable to
adjust the pitch with the help of encoders 1-16 – other times you may prefer to enter the
notes via MIDI. The following will provide a complete overview of the input options. By
selecting the right option for the respective purpose you will get to the desired result
quickly. Before we get started you need to select an empty pattern. Also you’ll have to
select a sound, which is suitable for use in a sequencer line. How about the sound
“Moogish” from the “Sequencer” category?!
Step-sequencer advanced - Tonal sequences
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