ARTURIA – KeyStep – USER’S MANUAL 27
5.2.1 Step-time recording
This may be the best place to start while you are learning to work with the sequencer. At
the most basic level, all you have to do to create a sequence is:
Press the Record button
Note: the next step will erase the existing sequence.
Play one or more keys at the same time
Lift all fingers to advance the step
Repeat the last two items
When you’re done, press the Stop button.
To hear your sequence, press the Play button. The results could be something like this:
5.2.1.1 Entering rests
The spaces that sometimes happen between notes are called “rests”. If you want to add
rests while creating a sequence, KeyStep provides an easy way to do it.
Take a look at the Tap button:
You’ll notice the words “Rest / Tie” underneath the button. You will use
this button to enter rests, and also to tie notes together (more about that
later).
Here’s what to do:
Press the Record button
Remember: the next step will erase the existing sequence.
Play one or more keys at the same time
Release all keys to advance the step
Press the Tap button to enter a Rest
Repeat the last three items
When you’re done, press the Stop button.
To hear your sequence, press the Play button. The results could be something like this:
