# CVquencer — MIDI and CV/Gate Sequencer

> Multi-layer step sequencer for CV/Gate, MIDI, and internal synth control. (iPhone/iPad app by Alan Clifton.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cvquencer/id1393687163 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alan Clifton](https://appshunter.io/developer/395774303)
- Category: Music, Music, Entertainment
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.1 · 188 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-12-09
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cvquencer/id1393687163/reviews.md

## What is CVquencer?

CVquencer is a step sequencer that can control analog synthesizers using CV/Gate via a suitable audio interface, output MIDI to external instruments, control synthesizer apps running on your iPad, or run stand-alone using its internal sample-based synthesizer.

CVquencer has four layers, each consisting of 16 steps. Each step has an eight stage gate sequencer controlling how it will repeat: individual repeats can be set to a rest, a note or tied to the next repeat. Note length, timing, velocity, modulation, playback probability and glide can all be set per step.

Each layer has its own clock divider and playback direction. Combined with the step repeats this allows CVquencer to create patterns that are far more complex than a typical step sequencer.

Notes:
• To use CV/Gate an appropriate DC-coupled audio interface and suitable cables are required.
• CVquencer does not function as an Audio Unit plugin since it requires multi-channel access to an audio interface when generating CV/Gate signals.

## Key features

- CV/Gate control for analog synths
- MIDI output for external instruments
- Control of synth apps on iPad
- Standalone operation with internal synth
- Four layers with 16 steps each
- Eight-stage gate sequencer per step
- Per-step note length, velocity, and glide control

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cvquencer/id1393687163/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Enjoying this powerful and intuitive sequencer

*2022-07-09, version 1.0.5*

So far it’s been pretty smooth. I have only one minor quibble - the currently playing step is too hard to see at a glance: the contrast with the step’s usual color isn’t great enough. I’d like it if the contrast was greater or even if we could choose a different color for the steps and/or their ‘playheads’ and have a completely different color for the currently playing step. But just better contrast for the playing step would be enough.

### 5/5 — Nice

*2020-03-09, version 1.0.3*

Please keep updated

## Frequently asked questions about CVquencer

### What is CVquencer?

CVquencer is a step sequencer designed for controlling analog synthesizers using CV/Gate signals or MIDI. It can also control other synthesizer apps on your iPad or operate independently with its built-in sample-based synthesizer.

### How do I use CV/Gate with CVquencer?

To use CV/Gate functionality, you will need an appropriate DC-coupled audio interface and suitable cables. CVquencer requires multi-channel access to an audio interface for generating these signals.

### Can CVquencer be used as an Audio Unit plugin?

No, CVquencer does not function as an Audio Unit plugin. This is because it requires multi-channel access to an audio interface when generating CV/Gate signals, which is not supported by the Audio Unit format.

### What makes CVquencer's patterns complex?

CVquencer allows for complex patterns through its four layers, each with 16 steps, and an eight-stage gate sequencer per step. Features like individual step repeats, clock dividers, and playback direction per layer contribute to intricate pattern creation.

### What devices does CVquencer support?

CVquencer is currently supported on iPads. It requires iOS 11.0 or later and is compatible with devices running that operating system.

### How often is CVquencer updated?

The latest version of CVquencer is 1.0.6, which was last updated on October 25, 2022. While the exact update frequency isn't specified, this indicates recent development activity.

### What is the price of CVquencer?

CVquencer is a paid application, priced at $9.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscription options mentioned for this app.

### What is the age rating for CVquencer?

CVquencer has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 4 and above, with no content restrictions for younger audiences.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.6 — 2022-10-25

Fixes an issue where playback wouldn't start when running on iPadOS 16.1.

### 1.0.5 — 2021-09-23

Fixes a compatibility issue with iOS 15 and corrects an issue where some entries in the drop-down lists could appear as "...".

### 1.0.4 — 2020-12-08

Fixes a potential crash when selecting a MIDI input or output device on the setup page.

### 1.0.3 — 2019-12-28

• Fixes a crash that may occur with certain USB audio interfaces if the calibration routine is run with the input channel set to 'Off'.
• Fixes a problem where settings for the calibration mode (V/Oct or Hz/V) or range (negative to positive or zero to positive) of layers 2, 3 & 4 would be applied to layer 1.

### 1.0.2 — 2019-12-14

Minor bug fix: automatic saving of CV/Gate calibration data.

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