Sequential Trigon-6 Module: Why You Should Be Using Synth Modules

Dave Smith’s synthesizer legacy was immediately cemented with the debut of the Prophet-5 in 1978. Nearly half a century later, Sequential continues Smith’s innovative spirit with the Trigon-6, initially released as a 49-key polyphonic analog synthesizer and now available as a synth module. It boasts the entire span of sonic capabilities that can be found in its full-size sibling, sans the keyboard. Packing power and portability into a mobility-minded module, this take on the immensely versatile Trigon-6 is a premium case study in what makes a solid synth module and why you should be using them in your setup. Daniel Fisher, Sweetwater's master of modules, takes the helm to show you just what a bona fide module can do.
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0:00 – Intro
0:38 – Why Desktop Modules?
2:22 – Sequential Trigon-6 Module
3:14 – Trigon-6 Realtime Performances
8:23 – Wrap Up
8:41 – Thanks for Watching!

#Sweetwater #Sequential #Trigon6 #SynthModule #DanielFisher #DanielFisherSweetwater

[RayyMusik]

My modules: Sequential Prophet-6, GS Music e7, Roland D-05. Waiting for the OB-X8 module to arrive in Europe.

[elissitdesign]

Every manufacturer should make Desktop/Rack versions of their synths. It should be standard practice.

[dazeja]

I really wish MOOG would come out with a Matriarch module that could be chained to the original module making it a 8 note paraphonic synth.

[cougarman]

I hope they make a Take 5 desktop module next!

[danwentz]

So… what’s needed, or possibly out there and I haven’t found it are MIDI controller keyboards with a large, flat open space for placing your choice(es) of desktops

[petermartinez]

I need this module. The DSI Prophet 08 PE has been an amazing tool. Roland integra-7 and yamaha Motif XS rack mounts help fill in any gaps in sound needs. Also the space and $$$ saving.

[Cysubtor_vb]

Recently decided to tip my toes into semi-modular waters with a Behringer K-2 and is now debating starting a small modular rack 😂

[laurentb.]

@sweetwater. Thank you for this great video. Could you please make a video with 2 or 3 Sequential / Oberheim modules (for example : Trigon 6 + OB-X8 + Prophet-5 or 6) and show how they can work together with your Novation 61SL in a jam ? Thank you. Regards

[acefstripe]

Harsh price. Lol, but it’s probably fair given all the associated costs.. MPE is a nice addition. Thanks for demo!

[somnyad]

How do you connect a keyboard controller to say, four modules? What is the midi cable organization? What issues might arise? Should we use a midi patch bay and/or stereo patch bay is there a way around this?

[danaoldenburg]

I would’ve like to have seen a Moog One module… It would likely have been the size of the Oberheim Expander; but I still think it would’ve been cool (and probably sold well, being less expensive than the keyboard version…)
✌🏻😎🎹🌴🌞

[paultorbert]

The newer Arturia controllers are great

Desktop Modules in my rig:

Blofeld, Streichfett, Neutron

[WalterGirao]

Is there a difference in the way the notes get triggered? Like midi as opposed to voltage? If so what are the implications of that?

[symbiosis]

But does midi cable do poly aftertouch? This synth has it

[Bossdup]

I hope they pay this guy extra for having a perfect flat top

[jknow]

Do analog synths sound noticeably different from digital synth software?

[SpacePatrollerLaser]

Nothing new. 37 years ago we used to have "rack-mount" modules like theEnsoniq Mirage and ESQ-M;s Korg A/D and Yamana TX81Z. Even the organs got in on the act Via Voce: DMI-64 and V3

[jltep]

😅 every time I hear this thing it sound broken

[Observe-n-Learn]

Wish UB-XA was released. For now the Pro-800 is my choice. Trigon should be renamed Travesty-6.
Redonkulous price, disingenuous rebate (only for owners of other overpriced SCI synths), Slighlty modded rehash of cannibalistic product line. If it were $1500 max price it might be competetive. Still love Daniel!

[DawlessHouseMusic]

Man. I can't even afford the module. Such a synth.