PISQUID

SQUID

Pioneer DJ

Building upon the success of the Toraiz SP-16 and AS-1, the Pioneer DJ Toraiz SQUID (SeQUencer Inspirational Device) is a multitrack sequencer that can create new phrases one after another by quickly programming and dynamically arranging sequence patterns. Serving as the heartbeat of your studio and live setup, the SQUID is optimized for effortless creation of musical phrases on-the-fly. The SQUID sequencer offers a multitude of advanced performance features. Start by creating sequence patterns with the 16 velocity-sensitive multicolored LED pads. Use Interpolation to arrange phrases by setting the pitch, gate, and velocity for the beginning, middle, and end of the steps, and SQUID will automatically supplement the parameters for the steps in between. Looking to add inspirational chords? Check out Harmonizer, which allows you to pick the root note and create up to six chord progressions to intuitively create evolving phases. Use the phrase arrangement segment for rearranging sequence patterns in real-time. The speed modulation can periodically increase or decrease the playback speed of a sequence to create unique grooves. Or, change the running direction of the sequence with up to 48 different playback directions. Additionally, the Groove Bend function allows you to change the trigger timing in real-time using the onboard slider. Another advanced feature, Time Warp, allows you to capture ideas in a track or a performance without the stress of practicing and recording multiple takes. The SQUID offers control over 16 tracks with each track hosting 64 patterns. Each pattern can be up to 64 steps with eight-note polyphony per step. The rear panel offers MIDI in/out/thru, out 2, USB, two sets of CV/gate outputs, analog clock I/O, and DIN Sync 24 I/O. The dedicated SQUID Manager app (Mac/Windows) allows you to easily import and export sequence patterns and back up projects. The Pioneer DJ Toraiz SQUID ships with an AC adapter and a power cord. Step Edit SectionIntuitively Create Sequence Patterns Create phrases by tapping the 16 multicolored LED rubber padsSet step parameters and play in real-time as if the pads were keys on a keyboard. Combine various sequence functions such as Interpolation and Harmonizer to help build your soundsHarmonizer Intuitively create evolving phasesHarmonizer enables you to play chords easily by hitting the Harmonizer buttons with the Pitch value set on each step parameter as the root noteUp to six chords can be assigned to the Harmonizer buttonsRecord chord compositions into steps and record real-time performances with the Harmonizer buttons, so you can intuitively create evolving phasesInterpolation Instantly make a phraseArrange Phrases: Set each parameter (Pitch value, Gate value and Velocity value) for the beginning, middle, and the end of the steps, and the SQUID automatically interpolates (supplements) parameters for the steps in between themWithout setting the parameters of each step individually, you can quickly set the pitch and dynamics of the sound and create a phrase while the idea is fresh in your mind16 Multicolored LED Pads Pads enable various featuresInstantly switch between features using the SQUID s 16 multicolored LED rubber pads, which are linked to independent mode buttonsTrigger Mode: Step record sequence patternsTranspose Mode: Transpose your patterns on the flyScale Mode: Play scales with the 16 pads as if you were playing a keyboardVelocity Detection: Add nuanced expression to your performances by varying the strength of your keystrokes