Korg Wavestate Tutorial: Mastering Wave Sequencing 2.0 (Beginner to Pro Guide)

In this video, I dive deep into wave sequencing on the Korg Wavestate (hardware, Native, and SE versions). Wave sequencing 2.0 is one of the most powerful features of the Wavestate, and I’ll walk you through exactly how it works, where it came from (the legendary Korg Wavestation), and how to build your own evolving pads, rhythmic sequences, and even drum patterns.

We’ll explore:
How wave sequencing differs from modulation sequencing.
Using timing, pitch, shape, gate, and value lanes.
Creating smooth evolving sounds, percussive patterns, and random/probability-based sequences.
Practical examples including evolving vocals, rhythmic drum grooves, and recreating classic Wavestation sequences.

Tips for programming envelopes, velocity switching, and syncing across multiple layers.

Whether you’re new to the Wavestate or looking for advanced tricks, this video will give you the tools to make your own evolving soundscapes.

Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:17 What is wave sequencing on the Wavestate?
1:11 Origins – the Korg Wavestation (1990)
2:03 What wave sequencing actually does
2:32 Controlling time, pitch, length & morphing
3:03 Layers and performance structure
3:47 Starting with an init patch
4:12 Timing, sample, pitch, shape, gate & value lanes
6:09 Looping, start/end points & crossfades
7:27 Smooth transitions and evolving pads
9:16 Organic timing vs step sequencing
10:06 Loop start/end vs end step
11:17 Using probability for variation
12:20 Pitch lane explained
13:38 Note advance & sample switching
15:20 Shape lane & random order options
16:18 Fit to scale – keeping sequences musical
17:20 Gate lane for note length
17:52 Value lane – sequencing filter cutoff & more
19:26 Tempo sync, swing & step lengths
21:08 Creating rhythmic sequences (kicks, snares, hats)
22:08 Using bass loops & patterns
22:32 Real examples of wave sequencing
23:15 Recreating classic Wavestation-style sequences
25:22 Adding FX – chorus & delay
27:14 Using sequence volume for dynamics
28:24 Creating smooth evolving vocal sounds
30:52 Drum/percussion wave sequencing
33:18 Velocity switching tricks (EP & piano layers)
36:00 Advanced wave sequencing uses (pads, drums & more)

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