OXI Instruments OXI One: Multitrack Mode Unpacked – Workflow Powerhouse for Modern Setups

The OXI One is introduced as a highly adaptable multitrack sequencer, designed to serve as the central hub in both studio and live environments. OXI Instruments frames Multitrack mode as ideal for sequencing drums, monophonic melodies, and even for experimenting with polymeter, making it a flexible tool for a variety of electronic music workflows. The video’s opening highlights the One’s ability to consolidate melodic and drum patterns into a single, unified interface, streamlining creative sessions and freeing up other sequencers in a larger setup.

What stands out is the architectural logic: eight tracks are visually stacked from bottom (track 1) to top (track 8), following a piano roll convention that feels instantly familiar to anyone used to DAW interfaces. Each row is an independent track, and the layout is optimized for direct access—whether you’re storing monophonic sequences or juggling multiple drum parts. This approach is clearly aimed at musicians who value fast, hands-on control without sacrificing depth.

Multitrack mode on the OXI One allows users to sequence up to eight fully independent tracks, each with its own MIDI channel and note assignment. This flexibility is crucial for complex setups, whether you’re splitting drum sounds across channels or layering melodic lines. The tutorial demonstrates how to assign MIDI channels and base notes per track, accommodating both drum machines that require separate channels and those that map sounds to different notes on a single channel.

A key highlight of the Multitrack mode is the depth of step parameter editing. Users can long-press any step to access a dedicated menu, where velocity, pitch, gate length, and modulation amount can be tweaked per step. This granular control allows for intricate dynamic variation, even in short sequences, and is especially useful for programming expressive drum patterns or evolving melodic lines.

The workflow is designed for speed: encoders are used to dial in values, and the interface provides immediate feedback. The video shows how editing a few hi-hat steps with different velocities and gate times can quickly add complexity and groove. While modulation lanes and LFOs are mentioned, their full capabilities are reserved for a future tutorial, keeping the focus here on the essentials of step-level editing.

Performance is clearly a priority in Multitrack mode, with features like mute and solo for individual tracks accessible directly from the drum view. The video demonstrates how these shortcuts help manage complex arrangements, letting users isolate, preview, or drop out parts in real time. The drum view itself is optimized for live play, mapping velocity ranges across pads and providing quick access to muting, soloing, and other performance functions. This integration of sequencing and live control makes the OXI One a compelling choice for both composition and on-the-fly improvisation.