User Manual

66 Sequencer Dave Smith Instruments
Sequencer
The Prophet X has a polyphonic sequencer for creating repeating
patterns of notes and chords. You can play up to 64 steps with up to 6
notes held simultaneously per step. You can also add ties and rests to a
sequence. Use the bpm, clock divide, or tap tempo controls to adjust the
sequencer playback speed. For most sequences you’ll probably want to use
sounds with a relatively sharp attack and short release.
You can play along with a sequence (provided there is available polyph-
ony), making it a powerful live performance tool. When the sequencer is
playing, the arpeggiator is disabled.
All factory programs have a sequence associated with them. Recall a
program and press the sequencer’s
play button to hear its associated
sequence.
The Clock and Sequencer controls
An audio signal connected to the rear-panel sequence jack can be used to
control sequencer playback. This makes it possible to tempo sync the sequencer (or
arpeggiator) to a recorded drum track or other audio source. Audio signals used to
drive the arpeggiator/sequencer should not exceed 5 volts peak-to-peak. See “22.
Seq Pedal Mode: Normal, Trigger, Gate, T-G—Selects the mode for the rear-panel
sequencer jack.” on page 127 for more information about choosing the appropriate
mode for these behaviors.