Strokes Sequencer for iOS, Mac and Windows is Now a Self-Contained Groovebox
Developer John Howes inform us know that he’s released a major update to his Strokes application, noting that “what was once just a MIDI sequencer is now a fully-fledged, self-contained instrument/groovebox, featuring 8 samplers, a reverb, and delay.”
Strokes features a collection of seven interconnected modules that interact with one another in real time:
- Grids – 4 x channels of euclidean or step (XOX/TR) rhythm generators
- Logic – 4 x channels of algorithmic rhythm generators
- Matrix – 8 x synchronized per step/stroke parameter modulation sequencers
- Weights – 4 x envelope followers
- Shares – 4 x probability processors using markov chain pattern analysis
- Notes – 7 x pitch presets for sequencing chords, melodies and kit changes
- Patterns – 5 x device wide snapshots / presets
The sequencer is deeply integrated with the samplers, with each sampler featuring:
- amp attack/decay
- adjustable start/end & loop (drag top/bottom half of waveform)
- root note (for tuning the sample)
- multi mode filter lp/bp/hp
- delay & reverb sends
- 4 modulation lanes hooked up to the sequencer
In addition to the new sampler features, there’s Ableton Link integration, cross-platform project sharing and a bundled factory sample pack, with over 100 sounds captured from a Machinedrum, Monomachine and Nord Drum 2.
Strokes is available now on iOS for £19.99, and on Mac and Windows for £35.
