OXI Instruments Conjure a Modular Halloween: Sequencing Spooks with OXI One, Coral & Meta

The video opens with OXI Instruments inviting viewers into a Halloween-themed session, promising a track built entirely from scratch using their flagship modules: OXI One, Coral, and Meta. The creator wastes no time, resetting the Coral module to ensure a clean slate and then mapping out the intended roles for each sequencer track on the OXI One. Track 1 is set for chords, track 2 for bass, track 3 for mono lead duties, and track 4 for drums—each mapped to the Coral for tight integration.

This modular approach underlines OXI’s philosophy of making their hardware the central nervous system of a hybrid setup. The workflow is immediately hands-on, with the creator demonstrating how quickly the OXI One can be configured to control multiple voices and parts. It’s a methodical start, but one that sets the stage for a patch that’s both flexible and deeply interconnected—a hallmark of OXI’s design ethos.

With the groundwork laid, the creator dives into building the bass, cycling through Coral’s engines until a suitably menacing sound emerges. The bass sequence is dropped an octave and made snappier, setting the foundation for the track’s ominous vibe. Drums are then constructed step by step: a classic four-on-the-floor kick, a snare with adjustable velocity, and hi-hats—each voice individually selected and tweaked within Coral’s drum engines.

The modular choreography continues as the Meta module is clocked and brought into play, adding delay and filtering to the evolving groove. The lead is next, with a sound chosen for its organ-like, spooky character, further cementing the retro horror aesthetic. Throughout, the process is methodical but creative, with each element layered and refined in real time, showing how the modules can be orchestrated for maximum effect.

Chords are introduced to thicken the arrangement, with the creator selecting and saving different voicings on the fly. The workflow is a showcase of step-by-step sound design, where each layer—bass, drums, lead, chords—builds towards a cohesive, spine-tingling synthwave track. The modular integration is seamless, and the video highlights how these devices can be used to construct a full arrangement without ever leaving the hardware.

As the session wraps up, the creator demonstrates the importance of saving both the OXI One and Coral setups. With a quick combination of shift and save on the sequencer, and a two-step process on the Coral, all voices, parts, and effects are stored for instant recall. This approach ensures that the carefully crafted sounds and arrangements can be revisited or further developed, making the workflow not just creative but also practical for future sessions.