{"product_id":"chordcat-alphatheta-groovebox","title":"ChordCat AlphaTheta Groovebox","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChordCat AlphaTheta Groovebox\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeet Chordcat – a new type of portable groovebox from AlphaTheta that helps producers find fresh inspiration for chord progressions and enables musicians to quickly capture and develop their ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring its initial pre-release in Japan, Chordcat received enthusiastic responses. A broad range of music makers – from beginners to experienced producers – bought up all available units.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilding on this momentum and wave of positivity, Chordcat is now receiving a worldwide release so that even more people can use it to fuel their creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned to evoke the freedom of musical exploration, the Chord Cruiser feature enables you to create seamless and intuitive chord transitions, putting creative harmonic choices right at your fingertips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis allows you to intuitively select recommended chords while playing to compose your own tracks without requiring advanced musical knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChord Cruiser mode: easily create unique chord progressions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 built-in effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunning Direction function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSound presets and sound-shaping tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey and scale settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerous workspace and versatile connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChord Cruiser Mode\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenerate up to 110,000 chord combinations that you can use to create your own progressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut the groovebox in Chord Cruiser mode and an exclusive algorithm selects and suggests multiple musically compatible chords from the database. You can audition these chords and assign your favourite to a key, after which the next suggestion is automatically activated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith this intuitive workflow at your fingertips, you can enjoy a straightforward process for creating original tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e3 Built-in Effects\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eManipulate 3 built-in effects intuitively using the XY pad:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArpeggiator: creates melodies from chords.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelay: adds depth to sounds and spatial dimension to your music.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDucker: adds dynamics and emphasis, creating a sense of movement in your tracks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRunning Direction Function\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChange the playback direction of 4×4 step-sequenced patterns with a single press of a button.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose from 4 options — right, down, clockwise and counter-clockwise — to discover new phrases and rhythms. This function unlocks new ideas, allowing you to create innovative chord progressions or explore rhythms across different genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e145 Sound Presets + 16 Drum Kits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for a wide range of genres, you can spark new ideas during the creative process by switching between 145 sound presets and 16 drum kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFine-tune your sound presets to your liking using the low-pass filter and amp envelope. These parameters can be automated per pattern, allowing you to dynamically change both the tone and the chord progression. This lets you create vibrant phrases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey and Scale Settings\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen you set a key and scale on Chordcat, only the notes belonging to the selected key and scale are assigned to the keyboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe compatibility of chords suggested in Chord Play mode or Chord Cruiser mode with the selected key and scale is indicated by LED lights; perfect for beginners and professional musicians alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExpansive Workspace: 8 Tracks, 16 Patterns and 128 Steps (8 Bars)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn intuitive and flexible workspace for your music production:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 tracks: play up to 8 different instruments or sounds simultaneously, such as drums, bass and synths, with independent control for each track. You can also adjust track volume and pan to balance the left and right audio channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 patterns: create and save up to 16 unique phrases per track and build dynamic song arrangements. You can also use the Pattern Chain function to play patterns in a specific order for seamless transitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e128 steps (8 bars): arrange sounds precisely within a configuration of 16 steps (1 bar) x 8 pages, enabling detailed sequencing and timing for your compositions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVersatile Connectivity: Expand Your Creative Horizon\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChordcat can easily be integrated with external synthesizers and DAW software on PCs\/Mac computers thanks to the MIDI OUT\/THRU, MIDI IN and USB Type-C ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Chord Play and Chord Cruiser modes to effortlessly control and play along with your connected devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEnhanced DAW Software Integration: Chordcat Manager and Ableton Live Lite Bundle\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeamlessly import and export sequence patterns between Chordcat and your PC\/Mac using the dedicated Chordcat Manager software.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExport patterns created on the hardware to your DAW software to modify sounds, or import patterns from your DAW into Chordcat to experiment with arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChordcat offers Ableton Live Lite, music production software, as a free bundle. By combining Chordcat and Ableton Live Lite, you can achieve a seamless workflow, from sketching ideas to creating complete tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Portability\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThanks to its flat design with no knobs or protrusions, you can easily slip Chordcat into a small bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts compact and lightweight construction means you can take it anywhere and make music whenever inspiration strikes – in the studio, at home or on the go.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBattery or USB Power\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChordcat runs on 6 AA batteries, allowing you to make music anywhere. The groovebox also supports USB Type-C power for longer sessions when connected to a PC\/Mac.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith Chordcat, you can capture and develop your ideas on the spot without missing a beat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUSB-C cable\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWarranty\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuick Start Guide\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AlphaTheta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53485423722834,"sku":"018280","price":261.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1027\/6464\/2642\/files\/018280-1_20973ffe-396b-4c51-9725-a76ec3a584ef.png?v=1787379243","url":"https:\/\/sirtore.live\/en\/products\/chordcat-alphatheta-groovebox","provider":"S2 Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}