Is a Korg EMX right for me?

[Rogue Ai]

You can adjust pattern lengths but only by divisions of 2, as in 16, 32, 48, 64. However you can change the scaling.

[wakestyle]

Only down side about it is that I don't want to use any on board sounds or the tubes in it... it would all be extra weight...

[Vertflyer]

Can the sequencer sequence external midi with polyphony?

[Rogue Ai]

Originally Posted by Vertflyer

Can the sequencer sequence external midi with polyphony?

If you set multiple parts to the same midi channel, you can. But each part is monophonic.

[Kaoz]

I've got one, and love it, but honestly of you're only going to use it as a sequencer it's a waste of money, and there are probably better alternatives out there in the same price range.

[wakestyle]

Originally Posted by Kaoz

I've got one, and love it, but honestly of you're only going to use it as a sequencer it's a waste of money, and there are probably better alternatives out there in the same price range.

Such as? I wouldn't mind getting a unit that could also output decent bassline/drum pattern, such as Roland or such..

[SlutButtMcNabb]

If it's mainly for sequencing, have you considered a Yamaha QY700?

[wakestyle]

I was seeing a EM1, which was quite a bit cheaper. Can it work well for midi sequencing?

The main thing I'm interested in that I can easily change the note of outgoing patterns via midi.

Basically I like to quickly plug in a rhythm or try different sounds out quickly.

[SlutButtMcNabb]

Originally Posted by wakestyle

I was seeing a EM1, which was quite a bit cheaper. Can it work well for midi sequencing?

Yes - but it has only 64 steps per pattern (as opposed to the EMX/ESX 128 steps) and all parts (for any Electribe) are mono. I also don't think there is any way to alter velocity/pitch bend/aftertouch, etc when sequencing external stuff...