OXI Instruments Dives into Dub Techno: OXI One as the Sequencing Brain

The video quickly dives into the synth section, where a 64-step sequence in chord mode is programmed on the OXI One to drive the Coral module. Modulation is a key theme: an LFO is mapped to amp and sustain, while two modulation lanes shape the filter envelope and harp parameter, adding evolving movement and a touch of shimmer to the chords. The Meta module is used as an effects processor, enhancing the Coral’s output and contributing to the overall texture.

On the rhythmic side, the Digitakt II is showcased as a versatile drum and bass engine. Classic 909 claps, hi-hats, and rides are sequenced with subtle variations—such as a fill-triggered clap pattern and dynamic hi-hat decay—to keep the groove lively. Percussion tracks employ polymeters and filtered loops, while the bassline is constructed from one-shot samples, all sequenced via the OXI One. This section highlights how the integration of these devices, under the OXI One’s control, allows for complex, evolving patterns with minimal menu diving.

The workflow demonstrated here is all about layering and live manipulation. The creator emphasizes the importance of a solid groove foundation—drums and percussion—before introducing melodic motifs and textures. The OXI One’s sequencing flexibility enables quick adjustments to patterns, polymeters, and modulation lanes, making it easy to experiment with different rhythmic and melodic interactions on the fly.

Performance tools are subtly woven in: the fill function on the Digitakt II’s play button, dynamic filter and decay tweaks, and the use of effects to add depth and movement. The addition of a simple bass loop on track 10 serves as the final touch, gluing the arrangement together and providing a sense of narrative flow. The result is a workflow that encourages both structure and spontaneity, ideal for live jamming or rapid studio sketching.