Historically, the "sequencer" was part of a modular synthesizer (1960's). The earliest versions had 8 steps, and could be used to play 8 notes in "sequence", hence the name. It was pre-midi though and used voltage to control pitch. Scott ------------------------------------------------ > Noel Heinze wrote: > > "Will someone explain to me why it's called a sequencer? What does it > sequence?" > ============================================================================= New low pricing on books and music for the Rodgers Organ at www.frogmusic.com ============================================================================= To unsubscribe or change mail delivery (digest, vacation) go to www.frogmusic.com/rodgersmem.html