Sequential OB-6 User Manual

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OB-6 OS 1.5.5 Addendum
OB-6 OS version 1.5.5 adds a number of new features not covered in the main
Operation Manual.
New Features in OS 1.5.5
• Arpeggiator Beat Sync. is Global parameter quantizes keyboard perfor-
mance of the arpeggiator so that notes are quantized to the current clock
divide setting.
• MIDI note output from the arpeggiator and sequencer. is allows you to
use the OB-6 arpeggiator or sequencer to drive other sound modules.
• When in Unison mode, you can now transpose Sequencer playback without
having to hold down the  button.
Checking Your Operating System Version
If you’ve just purchased your OB-6 new, OS 1.5.5 may already be installed. If not,
and you want to use the new features just described, you’ll need to update your OS to
version 1.5.5 or later.
To update your OB-6 OS, you’ll need a computer and a USB cable, or a MIDI cable
and MIDI interface. To download the latest version of the OB-6 OS along with
instructions on how to perform a system update, visit the Sequential website at:
https://www.sequential.com/updating-ob-6-os/
To check your OS version:
1. Turn on your OB-6. The OS version number is briey displayed in the main
bank/program display.
2. If your OS is out of date, download the latest version from the URL above and
update your instrument using the instructions included with the download.

Sequential OB-6 Specifications

General

Brand	Sequential
Model	OB-6
Category	Synthesizer
Language	English

Summary

New Features in OS 1.5.5

Arpeggiator Beat Sync

Quantizes arpeggiator performance to the current clock divide setting for precise beat playback.

MIDI Note Output

Enables OB-6 arpeggiator/sequencer to output MIDI notes to drive external MIDI devices.

Sequencer Transposition in Unison Mode

Allows sequencer transposition by pressing a key, without holding REC button when Unison is enabled.

Checking Your Operating System Version