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clone45 · January 3, 2026, 6:25pm

Ok, these are all fixed. I’ve added some options for the A/D envelope, and some fancy LEDs. I’ll get this rolled out pretty soon!

jeremy · January 4, 2026, 3:21pm

PatchSeq Coming Soon! JW-Modules/Voxglitch collab

jaibhimadevi · January 9, 2026, 1:24am

Just a heads-up.. Bytebeat has no documentation; I went to check what the presets formulas were, and no such luck.

jeremy · January 9, 2026, 1:47am

github.com/clone45/voxglitch

src/modules/ByteBeat/ByteBeat.hpp

master


      
          // to decide which equations should be included in the final release.

          //

          // If you want to add a new equation, you'll need to:

          //  1. Add the equation in the switch statement in the compute function below

          //  2. Increment the constant NUMBER_OF_EQUATIONS in defines.h

          //

          // Why is "w" defined as a class variable instead of inside of this function?

          // It's because you may want to use the previous value for "w" when calcuating the next "w".  :-)

          //

          

          float compute(uint32_t equation_number, uint32_t t, uint32_t p1, uint32_t p2, uint32_t p3)

          {

            switch(equation_number) {

          

              case 0: // Exploratorium

                w = ((mod(t,(p1+(mod(t,p2)))))^(t>>(p3>>5)))*2;

                break;

          

              case 1: // Toner

                w = ((t>>( mod((t>>12), (p3>>4)) ))+( mod((p1|t),p2)))<<2;

                break;

zakforrest · January 9, 2026, 6:04pm

what the heck is this

jeremy · January 9, 2026, 6:18pm

he wanted to know the bytebeat module formulas @zakforrest

jaibhimadevi · January 10, 2026, 1:16am

Thanks a heap! Now, I can enter them into Cella’s bytebeat module for comparison (and, of course, edit/add formulas- I love the editability of the Cella one, but can’t CV through different formulas as one can with the Voxglitch).

zakforrest · January 10, 2026, 6:04am

No the YouTube video

Yeager · January 10, 2026, 12:29pm

Haha, I also was assuming you reacted to the code…

and we all know what happens when you assume…

clone45 · January 11, 2026, 3:51am

Hi everyone! I have some BIG new modules coming soon, one in collaboration with @jeremy . They’re very similar in design, but serve different purposes. One allows you to easily randomize, edit, and sequence through small patches.

The other is the successor to the Voxglitch Groovebox, completely re-imagined.

FiroLFO · January 11, 2026, 2:28pm

Your voice has changed somewhat, Bret. Maybe the excitement about the module release…

This Groovebox2 looks very interesting!

Some comments for PatchSeq. It’d be nice if

I could drag the cable from one socket to the other one (instead of deleting the old and adding a new one)
there was a way to quickly delete a cable (instead of right-click and then remove)

I found the “reset from host” but Is there also a “clock from host”?

shawnbortree19 · January 11, 2026, 2:49pm

Considering PatchSeq is already out, is that one the successor to your groovebox module? It just looks so deep it’s worth a donation but I gotta hear more, I’m not being impulsive this time but it does seem this new module has grabbed me by the wallet… hoping we can get a tutorial video or another showcase of its modules and effects soon!

Nay-seven · January 11, 2026, 6:29pm

testing PatchSeq right now ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBNFTmJLUFM ) Love it ! would love to select the step with a Launchpad…do you think it could be a future addition ?

Edit : found a way with Transit module

clone45 · January 11, 2026, 6:54pm

Hi everyone! It’s a busy morning, so it’ll take me a moment to respond. In the meantime, I wanted to answer Shawn’s question:

Yes, Groovebox Advanced is the successor to the Groovebox module. Let me break down the difference:

PatchSeq is more focused on randomization and experimentation.
Groovebox Adv. is clearly more focused on groovebox “stuff”.
You can’t assign multiple patches to a single sequencer step on the PatchSeq. Instead, each step has its own dedicated patch.
Groovebox Adv. will not have the randomization features that PatchSeq does
Groovebox Adv. will be more expensive than PathSeq, because it’s more powerful. Probably $30 instead of $10 for the PatchSeq)

There’s more, but those are some of the basics.

shawnbortree19 · January 11, 2026, 8:31pm

Will both have similar modules and features? I could possibly help support your cause with patchseq but i might want to support with the advanced groovebox… I can’t wait to hear more from both of these modules soon

clone45 · January 11, 2026, 8:47pm

I’ll put together a comparison document for you. Give me about 30 minutes.

clone45 · January 11, 2026, 9:06pm

Ok, here we go!

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PatchSeq vs Groovebox Advanced

Both modules are step sequencers that sequence entire synthesizer patches rather than just notes or CV values. However, they use fundamentally different approaches to patch organization.

The Key Difference

PatchSeq uses a 1:1 model: Each of the 16 steps has exactly one patch. Step 1 plays Patch 1, Step 2 plays Patch 2, and so on.

Groovebox Advanced uses a library model: You create a library of up to 16 reusable patches, then assign them freely to any of 32 steps. Multiple patches can play simultaneously on the same step.

Quick Comparison

Feature	PatchSeq	Groovebox Advanced
Steps	16	32
Patches	16 (one per step)	Up to 16 (reusable library)
Patch assignment	Fixed (step = patch)	Flexible (any patch to any step)
Layering	One patch per step	Multiple patches per step
External CV inputs	4	6
Audio outputs	4	4
Randomization	Yes (multiple strategies)	No
Mode/Length CV	Yes	No (use Sequencer Control patch)
Global effects patch	No	Yes
Sequencer control patch	No	Yes

Choose PatchSeq If You Want…

Maximum variety per step - Every step can have a completely different sound engine
Quick randomization - Generate instant patches with multiple sonic strategies
CV control of sequencer behavior - Modulate mode and length from external sources
Simpler mental model - Step 5 is always Patch 5, no assignment to remember

Choose Groovebox Advanced If You Want…

Longer sequences - 32 steps vs 16
Patch reuse - Create a kick drum patch once, assign it to steps 1, 5, 9, 13
Layered sounds - Stack a bass patch and a percussion patch on the same step
Programmable sequencer logic - Build custom sequencing behavior with the Sequencer Control patch
Master effects - Apply global reverb, compression, or creative effects to all patches
More external modulation - 6 CV inputs instead of 4

Workflow Comparison

PatchSeq Workflow

Click step 1, build a patch
Click step 2, build a different patch
Repeat for all steps you want to use
Each step is independent - changing step 3’s patch only affects step 3

Groovebox Advanced Workflow

Create patches in your library (kick, snare, bass, lead, etc.)
Select a patch, click steps to assign it
Select another patch, click steps (including the same steps for layering)
Changing a patch in the library affects all steps using that patch

Use Case Examples

“I want 16 completely different sounds in sequence”

Use PatchSeq - The 1:1 model means maximum sonic variety with no repeated patches.

“I want a drum pattern with a reusable kick and snare”

Use Groovebox Advanced - Create one kick patch and one snare patch, then assign them to create your rhythm pattern across 32 steps.

“I want generative patches I didn’t design myself”

Use PatchSeq - The randomization system generates complete, playable patches with various sonic strategies.

“I want to build my own custom sequencer logic”

Use Groovebox Advanced - The Sequencer Control patch lets you create probability gates, euclidean rhythms, or any custom step logic.

“I want global reverb on everything”

Use Groovebox Advanced - The Effects patch processes all audio before it reaches the outputs.

“I want to modulate sequence length with an LFO”

Use PatchSeq - The LENGTH CV input directly controls sequence length with external CV.

They’re Complementary

These modules solve different problems. PatchSeq excels at maximum timbral variety and quick experimentation through randomization. Groovebox Advanced excels at structured compositions where patches are building blocks you arrange and layer.

Many users find value in both - PatchSeq for sound design exploration and happy accidents, Groovebox Advanced for more deliberate, arranged sequences.

Also see:

https://github.com/clone45/voxglitch/blob/master/docs/modules/patch-seq/Choosing_Between_PatchSeq_and_GrooveboxAdvanced.md

https://github.com/clone45/voxglitch/blob/master/docs/modules/patch-seq/PatchSeq_vs_GrooveboxAdvanced.md

shawnbortree19 · January 12, 2026, 2:14pm

Well I do plan on having both available, but I must consult my wallet first cause I still have to hear more of these and I’m not sure which one to buy and which one to ask for… I’m happy to donate but since my budget is tighter I gotta wait for the groovebox to come out first

clone45 · January 12, 2026, 6:32pm

Thank you Seth, for requesting this. I didn’t know it was possible until you brought it up. @agentf64

Marsona · January 13, 2026, 4:58am

Hey just chiming in to say I recently discovered your collection via the Metamodule and just wanted to say great job. Having your collection along with cv funk and mutable available in my physical rack is endlessly enjoyable. Thanks for what you do.