Strokes by Cong Burn sequencer, sampler and synth plugin interface

Strokes: Cross-Patched Sequencer, Sampler and Synth Plugin by Cong Burn

Rated 4.6/5 on Plugin Boutique (20 ratings)

Strokes is a cross-platform sequencer, sampler and synthesis plugin by Cong Burn, designed for free-flow experimentation with rhythm and modulation. It runs as a VST3 or AU plugin in major DAWs.

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01Overview

Strokes is an all-in-one workstation from Cong Burn that combines sequencing, sampling and synthesis in one plugin. Its sequencing and modulation are cross-patched, so changes in one part of a project affect the others. Cong Burn describes the design as intuitive regardless of experience level, with the aim of encouraging exploration of rhythm and modulation. It is available in VST3 and AU formats.

Best for

Experimental rhythm sequencing
Generative melodic patterns
Modulating external synths
Drum machine control
Sample-based sequencing
Algorithmic jam sessions

Developer: Cong Burn
Category: Sequencers
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

All-in-one sequencer, sampler and synthesizer in a single plugin
Eight sequencer channels, with the first four user-configurable
24 selectable oscillators on each channel
Sample playback with various sound design options
Probability settings for semi-random sequencer changes
On-board reverb and delay effects
Cross-patched modulation responding to rhythmic behavior
Sends MIDI to external hardware and software instruments
Stores patterns and melodic information within a project

03In depth

Sequencing and Modulation Built Around Cross-Patching

The first four sequencer channels can be configured to your needs, and the other four behave differently depending on those settings. Because sequencing and modulation are cross-patched, the actions of one part influence another, so patterns move together as a whole rather than as isolated loops.

Probability options add semi-random changes to the sequencers. On-board reverb and delay process the sounds being generated, and modulation options can change these sounds and effects subtly or significantly in response to the rhythmic activity in the project.

Patterns and melodic information can be stored within a project, so a single setup can produce different results each time it runs.

Sound Sources and Use With Other Instruments

Each sequencer channel can be assigned one of 24 oscillators, based on open-source code from a popular Eurorack module. Channels can also be assigned to samples of your choice, with various sound design options.

Alternatively, the on-board sounds can be bypassed so Strokes controls your own hardware or software synths and drum machines. Because it outputs MIDI, the generated information can be routed to your own instruments inside a DAW.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	Cong Burn
Type	Plugin
Category	Sequencer
Formats	VST3, AU
Operating systems	Windows, macOS, iOS

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Strokes support?

Strokes is available as a VST3 and AU plugin. Windows and macOS are listed as supported operating systems.

What do I need to run Strokes?

Strokes runs on Windows 10/11 and macOS 10.11 or later as a VST3 or AU plugin. It supports Intel Macs and runs natively on Apple Silicon. It is not iOS or iPad compatible.