Chordcat Eight-Track Groovebox

AlphaTheta Chordcat

Chordcat from AlphaTheta is an eight-track groovebox with powerful harmonic composition features, providing an innovative and inspiring platform for generating musical ideas on the go. Onboard this unique device are 145 preset sounds and sixteen drum kits, enabling you to craft an entire ensemble of eight tracks to create full compositions. In each track, save up to sixteen phrases of 128 steps, and arrange them into longer songs using the Pattern Chain features to seamlessly transition between musical moments. Integrated effects like the arpeggiator, delay, and ducker let you add movement and nuance to patterns, with the touch-sensitive grid controller and keyboard enabling intuitive control over sound parameters, patterns, and settings.

Key to the Chordcat's workflow is the powerful Chord Cruiser mode, which algorithmically suggests musically compatible chords to allow for ear-led harmonic composition. Assign these chords to the keyboard, and you can quickly create and remix new chord progressions, making for a great way to find new sounds through harmonic exploration. Likewise, Key and Scale settings keep your keyboard centered around a chosen tonal or modal framework, providing a fun and friendly interface for beginners and professionals alike. For keeping things fresh, inventive grid based sequencing with multiple running direction modes help shake up patterns, perfect for creating variations and generating new ideas. Whether you're looking for a convenient chordal sketchbook or just want a fun and funky way to jam on the go, Chordcat from AlphaTheta is one formidable feline sure to bring your workflow into harmony.

Chordcat Features

• 8-track groovebox with unique harmonic composition features
• 145 preset sounds and 16 drum kits for full ensemble arrangements
• Save up to 16 patterns per track
• 128 steps per pattern
• Pattern chaining and arranging mode for creating seamless transitions between patterns
• Arpeggiator, delay, and ducker effects
• Chord Cruiser mode algorithmically suggests multiple compatible chords to help build unique chord progressions
• Grid-based sequencing with four direction modes
• Key and scale modes for intuitive tonal pattern creation
• Battery or USB powered for portable music making
• Chordcat Manager software and Ableton Live Lite bundle for seamless DAW integration
• MIDI input and output/thru
• Stereo main output and headphone output