Alexkid shares his creative philosophy behind tools like SEQUND—why imperfection is essential, why sequencers should surprise you, and how to build plugins that jam instead of just quantise.
Alexkid’s approach to music tools has always favoured immediacy. His first Max for Live patch, Instant Haus, was a straightforward house pattern generator. Built for speed and usability, it empowered producers to jam without overthinking. That spirit carried through to his later work at 510k Arts, including the VST/AU sequencer SEQUND.
“I like tools that encourage ideas rather than technical fiddling.”
In the episode, Alexkid explores the idea of playful unpredictability. A good sequencer, he argues, doesn’t just spit out rigid MIDI—it asks questions, nudges variation, and disrupts repetition. This led to SEQUND’s polyrhythmic engine, dual melodic lanes, chance functions and CC control—helping producers break the loop mentality.
A recurring theme is groove vs grid. Having grown up with drum machines like the TR‑909 and MPC‑3000, Alexkid learned that imperfections—tiny delays, humanised triggers—are key to emotional depth.
“It’s those slightly off steps that make you nod your head.”
Modern tools often default to sterile perfection. Alexkid believes that’s a creativity killer. SEQUND embraces this with features like swing, hold, and randomness—restoring organic feel to sequences.
The SEQUND interface was intentionally minimal. Alexkid worked with Tadashi (HY Plugins) and Resonant Design to strip away clutter. Whether you’re tweaking pitch, gate, probability, or MIDI CC, it’s all accessible in one window.
“I wanted something you didn’t need a manual for.”
Alexkid sees SEQUND as more than a sequencer—it’s a creative partner. Presets from artists like Josh Wink and Soela give users immediate musical inspiration. Features like lane length independence (for polyrhythms) keep ideas evolving.
In May 2024, 510k Arts released SEQUND Lite—a trimmed-down version of the plugin. It retains the dual-lane concept and key generative functions but offers a simpler entry point for just €19 (intro offer).
Both share the same ethos: give producers movement, feel, and speed.
Whether you’re a seasoned producer or just starting out, Alexkid’s philosophy is clear:
With SEQUND, he’s built a sequencer that isn’t just a grid—it’s a groove engine.
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