Korg SQ-64

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Korg SQ-64

Korg

SQ-64

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 507708
Brand: Korg
Model: SQ-64
Price: $251.90

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The SQ-64 is a fantastic little sequencer for anyone wanting to add some rhythmic spice to their setup. It’s particularly well-suited for electronic musicians, experimental sound designers, or anyone looking to expand their melodic and rhythmic possibilities without a massive, complicated system. It's a creative powerhouse in a surprisingly compact package.

Product Description

  • Korg SQ-64
  • Polyphonic Step Sequencer with 4 Tracks
  • 3 Melody tracks with 8-fold polyphony and 16 patterns of 64 steps each
  • Drum track with 16 monophonic sub-tracks
  • 64-Key matrix with illuminated buttons
  • OLED display
  • Editing modes per melody track: gate
  • pitch and modulation
  • Keyboard modes for the step buttons: Keys
  • Isomorphic and Octaves
  • 4 Alternative playback modes per track: Reverse
  • Bounce
  • Random and Stochastic
  • Integrated arpeggiator
  • 64 Memory locations for complete projects
  • Tempo: 30 to 300 bpm
  • Aluminium housing
  • Power supply via USB or optional 9 V power supply KA350 ( not included)
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 368 x 74 x 144 x mm
  • Weight: 1.0 kg

*Connections:*

  • CV outputs 3.5 mm mini jack for pitch
  • gate and modulation per melody track
  • 8 Trigger single outputs 3.5 mm mini jack for drum track
  • 1 MIDI input and 2 MIDI outputs: 3.5 mm mini jack (MIDI adapter required)
  • USB MIDI
  • Analogue sync input and output
PROS
  • • Aluminum housing feels robust, hinting at Korg’s build quality.
  • • Polyphonic sequencing offers significantly more creative flexibility than basic sequencers.
  • • The OLED display is crisp and readable, even in dimly lit environments.
  • • Multiple playback modes (Reverse, Bounce) introduce happy accidents and rhythmic complexity.
CONS
  • • Limited CV outputs might bottleneck complex modular setups.
  • • The 64-key matrix, while illuminated, can feel cramped for extended use.
  • • Drum track’s monophonic sub-tracks restrict drum kit layering options.

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Key Features

Type Polyphonic Step Sequencer
Compatibility Compatible with Eurorack and other CV/Gate systems
Connection 3.5mm mini-jack CV/Gate outputs, 8 Trigger outputs, USB power
Power USB or optional 9V DC power supply (KA350)
Weight 1.0 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It integrates well, offering dedicated CV/Gate outputs per track, but the limited number of outputs may require careful patching for complex modular setups.
Yes, the 8 trigger outputs allow for triggering multiple external drum machines or other devices, although each sub-track is monophonic.
While the interface is relatively intuitive, mastering the various playback modes and keyboard modes takes time and experimentation; a basic understanding of sequencing principles is helpful.

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