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The Step Sequencer

Some music production software makes use of a simple visual interface that includes a step sequencer which has a row of buttons or cells in the length of two, four or more bar that you fill to create looping patterns. A step sequencer will allow multiple instruments. Since you just fill cells, there is not much variation or creativity involved in the creation of the loop and some beat makers think this is far too constrictive and limiting, but to the beginning it can prove to be valuable in learning basic grooves and patterns before going into professional features music production software or hardware. Some step sequences allow you to change the velocity, panning or pitch of each cell however. After the loop is created you can move to another pattern and create another loop, then combine the patterns you have created in the matrix window of a song editor window. With all your patterns set in order you can now export them into the audio filetype of your choice.