# Portable Analog Step Sequencers Make Noise's 0-CTRL is a Fully Analog Step Sequencer By Anton Schefter | Published 2020-05-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/0-CTRL References: [ask.audio](https://ask.audio/articles/make-noise-announces-0ctrl-step-sequencer) & [makenoisemusic](http://www.makenoisemusic.com/synthesizers/ohctrl) American modular synth company Make Noise released the 0-CTRL, which is a small and fully analog patchable, clockable controller and step sequencer for voltage controlled synthesizer systems. The step sequencer was designed to be partnered with their 0-Coast mono-synth product, adopting the same compact form factor and signature matte-black product design. 0-CTRL does not include menu and mode options, instead it provides full analog control with a thoughtful layout of knobs, patch-points and gold-plated copper touch plates. What really sets this controller apart is its support for microtonal melodic playing, dynamic gates and dynamic envelopes, which help it deviate from the typical robotic sequence feeling. The step sequencer's other features include: sequence, pitch, strength and time control per step, voltage control over stop and direction, dynamic reset, pressure and touch gates, and more. The 0-CTRL is currently available through Make Noise's website, where it retails for $399 USD. Image Credit: Make Noise ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Analog Step Sequencers:** The rise of portable analog step sequencers presents opportunities for creating new and unique musical compositions. - **Microtonal Melodic Playing:** The support for microtonal melodic playing in controllers like the 0-CTRL opens up avenues for experimental and unconventional music production. - **Dynamic Gates and Envelopes:** The inclusion of dynamic gates and envelopes in step sequencers allows for more expressive and lively musical sequences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Modular Synthesizer Systems:** The 0-CTRL is designed to be used with voltage controlled synthesizer systems, creating opportunities for innovation in this industry. - **Musical Instrument Manufacturing:** The release of portable analog step sequencers by companies like Make Noise presents opportunities for innovation in the musical instrument manufacturing industry. - **Electronic Music Production:** The introduction of new features and capabilities in analog step sequencers fosters innovation in the field of electronic music production. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Portable Miniature Soundboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seqtrak.md) - [Intuitive MIDI Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matrix-midi-controller.md) - [Compactly Portable Theremins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theremins.md) - [Kid-Friendly Synth Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourstep-sequencer.md) - [Portable Music Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-midi-controller.md) - [Pocket-Sized Beat Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylophone-beat.md) - [Beatmaking Controller Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slab-controller.md) - [Portable Miniature Music Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tracker-mini.md) - [Thrifty Hardware Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardware-synth.md)