AlphaTheta's Chordcat is a purpose-built groovebox that centralises chord creation within its workflow, departing from the synthesis–first approach of competing units. The hardware spans 8 independent tracks, 16 saveable patterns, and 128 steps arranged across an 8–bar grid, enabling precise arrangement work.

Manipulate 3 built-in effects intuitively using the XY pad:

• Arpeggiator: Creates melodies from chords.
• Delay: Adds depth to sounds and spatial dimension to your music.
• Ducker: Adds dynamics and emphasis, creating a sense of movement in your tracks.

Change the playback direction of 4×4 step-sequenced patterns by pressing a single button.

Choose from 4 options — right, down, clockwise, and counterclockwise — to discover new phrases and rhythms. This feature unlocks new ideas, so you can create innovative chord progressions or explore rhythms across different genres.

Designed for a wide range of genres, you can spark fresh ideas during the creative process by switching between 145 sound presets and 16 drum kits.

Tune your sound presets however you like them using the low-pass filter and amp envelope. These parameters can be automated for each pattern, allowing you to dynamically change the tone as well as the chord progression. This allows you to create lively phrases.

Key Features:

• Midi and USB-C compatible
• Bus powered by USB-C or 5hr battery life with 6 AAA batteries
• Sleek and portable design ideal for travel
• When you set a key and scale on Chordcat, only the notes that belong to the selected key and scale are mapped to the keyboard.

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