Description

Ready to take its place at the center of any serious Eurorack system, the Erica Synths Black Sequencer is a four-channel CV/gate/modulation sequencer built to turn complex modular control into an immediate, performance-ready experience. Designed as part of the Black Series, it combines robust hardware construction, oversized performance controls and deep sequencing functionality into a single 42HP module. With up to 64 steps per pattern, CV, gate and modulation recording, MIDI and analog clock integration, and an onboard quantizer, Black Sequencer is positioned as a master controller for modern modular rigs. It’s equally suited to live performance, generative experimentation and structured composition, offering classic step sequencing expanded with contemporary flexibility and control.

Four Tracks of CV, Gate and Modulation Control

The Black Sequencer features four fully independent channels, each providing dedicated CV, gate and modulation outputs for controlling voices, filters, envelopes and effects across a modular system. Each track supports per-step adjustment of note, glide, gate length, modulation depth, probability, repeats, ratcheting and microtiming, allowing sequences to evolve far beyond simple step patterns. The underlying design is derived from the Hexinverter and Erica Synths philosophy of keeping controls tuned to musical “sweet spots,” making it fast to dial in usable results without sacrificing depth. Individual level control and dedicated outputs ensure seamless routing into external modules, processors or full modular voices.

Advanced Sequencing, Scales and Song Construction

Built around an X0X-style workflow, the Black Sequencer offers hands-on step programming with minimal menu diving, thanks to one-function-per-button access and a clear OLED display. Patterns can run up to 64 steps with independent track lengths, time divisions, multiplications and play directions—including forward, reverse, ping-pong and random—opening the door to polymetric and polyrhythmic sequencing. A built-in quantizer supports preset and user-defined scales, including microtonal tuning, while song mode allows patterns to be chained into full arrangements with repeat and stop control. Projects are stored across 16 banks of 16 patterns and backed up via SD card for reliable recall and transport between systems.

Performance Tools, Connectivity and Creative Control

Designed with live use in mind, the Black Sequencer includes extensive performance tools such as track mute and solo, pattern reload, shuffle per track, real-time transposition, roll effects and the powerful MAGIC function for controlled parameter randomization. Connectivity is equally comprehensive, with MIDI In/Out (DIN and USB), configurable clock and reset I/O, CV/gate inputs for external control and individual modulation routing options that support envelopes, LFOs, triggers and stepped or slided voltages. Whether acting as the clock master of a Eurorack system or integrating into a hybrid MIDI/CV setup, the Erica Synths Black Sequencer Eurorack module is ideal for artists seeking deep control, evolving patterns and expressive live interaction.

Erica Synths Black Sequencer Eurorack Module
Erica Synths Black Sequencer Eurorack Module
Features
  • 64-step Eurorack module with four CV/gate/mod tracks allow for sequencing complex layers at once
  • Up to 64 steps per pattern covers long evolving sequences
  • Chain 64 patterns in Song mode for live set arrangement
  • Microtonal tuning and quantizer enable alternate scales and tuning systems
  • Per-step probability, repeats and ratchets create nuanced, shifting rhythms
  • Independent time divisions and shuffle per track for polymetric sequencing
  • 16 encoders speed up step input and real-time edits
  • MIDI in/out and clock/reset I/O sync easily with other gear
  • SD card slot backs up patterns and updates firmware quickly
Specs
General
  • Product type: Modular CV and MIDI sequencer
  • Model: Black Sequencer
  • Channels: 4 independent channels
  • Tracks: CV, gate and modulation per channel
Sequencer
  • Sequencer type: X0X-style step sequencer
  • Steps per pattern: Up to 64 steps
  • Bars: 4 bars of 16 steps
  • Track length: 2 to 64 steps per channel
  • Patterns: 16 banks with 16 patterns per bank
  • Songs: Up to 16 songs per bank
  • Song length: Up to 64 patterns per song
  • Recording modes: Step programming, tap recording, CV and gate recording
Per-Step Functions
  • Note: Per-step note entry with octave and microtonal support
  • Gate length: 10 discrete gate length values per step
  • Probability: Per-step probability and odds settings
  • Ratchets: Per-step ratcheting up to 8 repeats
  • Repeats: Per-step gate repeat up to 8 times
  • Microtiming: Per-step timing offset
  • Arpeggiator: Per-step arpeggiator with scale and direction control
  • Glide: Master glide and per-step glide control
Quantization
  • Built-in quantizer: Yes
  • Quantizer modes: Input quantizer and output quantizer
  • Scales: Preset scales and user-defined microtonal scales
  • Microtonal tuning: Adjustable up to ±50 cents per note
Modulation
  • Modulation outputs: 4 configurable modulation outputs
  • Modulation modes: Stepped CV, slided CV, note CV, decay envelope, ASR envelope, ADSR envelope, LFO, per-step LFO and trigger
  • LFO waveforms: Sine, triangle, saw up, saw down, square, random and noise
  • Voltage range: Configurable up to ±10V
Clock and Sync
  • Clock source: Internal, external analog or MIDI clock
  • Clock input: Analog clock input
  • Clock output: Analog clock output configurable at 1ppq, 2ppq or 4ppq
  • Reset input: External reset input
  • Reset output: Configurable reset output behavior
Inputs
  • CV input: Configurable CV input
  • Gate input: Configurable gate input
  • Modulation input: Configurable modulation input
  • MIDI input: DIN5 MIDI input
Outputs
  • CV outputs: 4 CV outputs
  • Gate outputs: 4 gate outputs
  • Modulation outputs: 4 modulation outputs
  • MIDI output: DIN5 MIDI output and MIDI thru functionality
Memory and Storage
  • Project structure: Projects containing banks, patterns and songs
  • Storage: SD card slot for projects, backup and firmware updates
Controls and Interface
  • Encoders: 16 step encoders and 1 data encoder
  • Display: OLED display
  • Performance controls: Mute, solo, pattern chaining, shuffle, roll, magic randomization and performance mode
Power
  • Power consumption: +145mA and -25mA
Dimensions
  • Dimensions: 42HP × 0.98" depth

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