Utilities for polyphonic channels

16 Squared (Null Set)

16-step 16-channel polyphonic step CV-sequencer. Can create 16 different sequences on a small footprint.

Contrary to other step sequencers, the knobs control CV values of each polyphony channel (in oppose to steps). Only the active step is being edited. Specific steps can be accessed using respective buttons for forward and backward motion (keep clock turned off).

Forward and backward motion of the sequencer is controlled by sending triggers to respective ports, allowing for intricate movement patterns and variation.

Number of steps and number of polyphony channels are chosen with knobs in the GUI.

UPC_16-Squared (Null Set)_20251220.vcvs (10.6 KB)


Unfortunately, using VCV Rack’s randomization (CTRL + R) also randomizes step and poly settings, which usually is not desired. Specifically randomizing channel CVs can be accomplished using stoermelder’s Strip module.

[When importing the following file, also use STRIP++ (stoermelder) to preserve the mapping between STRIP and 16 Squared. Instructions at: Expandable sequential switch - #8 by Alphagem-O]

UPC_16-Squared (Null Set)+STRIP (stoermelder)_IMPORT USING STRIP++_20251220.vcvs (14.4 KB)

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