Toraiz SQUID: Review, tutorial + top 14 features that make it special (Pioneer DJ Squid)

Squid is a surprising new sequencer from Toraiz - with quite a few new innovative features. Here's my review with an emphasis on what's new and what can be improved/added.

Among other, there's a full sequencer and sampler buyers guide in my In-Complete Book of Electronic Music Ideas, Tips and Tricks (hint: it's in-complete because it's always being updated…):

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Gear used in this video (affilaite links):

► Toraiz Squid: https://amzn.to/2XAx1sg
► Moog Sirin: https://amzn.to/2Y89X1m
► Make Noise 0-Coast: https://amzn.to/2SlSE9Z

Simpler sequencers you might want to check out:
► KeyStep: https://amzn.to/2R2u54s
► BeatStep Pro: https://amzn.to/2NaToRi

Mid range sequencer with built in keyboard:
► Novation SL MkIII: https://amzn.to/2Bu1BqF

A powerful sequencer to compare to Squid:
► Squarp Pyramid: http://bit.ly/Squarp-Pyramid

Here's a link to the video I mentioned, on how to "import" MIDI clips into almost any drum machine:

► https://youtu.be/kLKEgxA32Ao

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TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
0:50 Connectivity
1:40 UI Overview
2:40 Project scope
4:35 Pattern sets
6:10 Sequencing notes
7:20 Ratchets & count
7:45 Scales

If you want to jump right to what makes Squid unique:
9:00 (#1) Time warp
11:30 (#2) Multiple arps
12:45 (#3) Transpose locks
13:40 (#4) Repeat pads
14:45 (#5) Chord/harmonizer
16:15 (#6) Interpolation
17:40 (#7) Randomization
18:45 (#8) Groove control
19:30 (#9) Speed modulation
20:30 (#10) Running direction
21:40 (#11) Rhythmic control
22:10 (#12) Trig probability
22:50 (#13) Multiple undos
23:15 (#14) MIDI import/export
24:25 Pros and cons
28:20 Squid jam

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NOTE: Occasionally I’ll try out affiliate marketing and include affiliate links. This means that I may earn a commission when you click on or make purchases via affiliate links. The content of this clip is entirely my opinion, and was not paid for or dictated in any way by the company creating the gear. Without addressing the particulars of products shown here as they might be under NDA, gear shown on this channel may be either sent by the manufacturer, on loan for review or bought at a discount.

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