FEATURES:
- MAGIC per step function (SHIFT + MAGIC)
Magic per step allows you to apply MAGIC function to defined steps of the sequence as probability or odd. For example if you set a setting of 100% on selected step on the MAGIC LANE page that step will apply defined MAGIC setting to the step every time it plays!
- MAGIC is now per channel setting
Since the introduction of Magic per step function you can now choose different MAGIC settings for each of the channels. This allows to create different evolving sequences on each of the channels. For example on channel 1 you can use Magic Lane to change a specific note on step and on channel 2 you can use the Magic Lane to change just the gate length of the selected steps.
- Pattern Reload (DATA + PATTERN)
Pattern reload allows you to reload the previously saved pattern in the current slot after pressing DATA encoder and PATTERN button combo. This is useful if you want to quickly revert Magic Lane changes made to the current pattern.
- TAP Tempo & Nudge
Now in the PERFORMANCE MODE (SHIFT + PLAY) screen you can set the desired BPM by tapping it in manually. To do so press and hold SHIFT and then tap the PLAY button. As well you can nudge the BPM up or down by holding SHIFT and pressing buttons.
- Mute & Solo in the Pattern menu
Now in the pattern menu you can MUTE the tracks by pressing the corresponding channel buttons or solo them by pressing SHIFT + CHANNEL buttons.
- Change BPM from Pattern screen
BPM can now be changed from the PATTERN screen with the DATA encoder
- MIDI velocity out on MOD channels
MOD channel via MIDI now can send MIDI Velocity control message! To enable this go to the MIDI MOD OUT setting page in the SETUP menu. Take note that this only works with positive voltage signals on the MOD CV modulation option.
- MIDI OUT offset setting
You can now offset outgoing MIDI notes. To set this go to the MIDI page on the SETUP menu.
FIXES:
- RST OUT was always on when signal is passed to GATE IN
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Download the firmware file from the Erica Synths support page and copy it to the root of an SD card. Insert the SD card into the module and power it on — the module will detect the new firmware and prompt you to update.
What is the latest firmware for the Erica Synths Black Sequencer?
The latest firmware for the Erica Synths Black Sequencer is version 1.06, released on 10 Mar 2023. FW//RADAR last checked Erica Synths's official page on 27 Oct 2026.
How do I update the Erica Synths Black Sequencer?
Download the firmware file from the Erica Synths support page and copy it to the root of an SD card. Insert the SD card into the module and power it on — the module will detect the new firmware and prompt you to update. Full instructions on Erica Synths's official firmware page.
Where can I download Erica Synths Black Sequencer firmware and drivers?
Directly from Erica Synths's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →
Is the Erica Synths Black Sequencer still receiving firmware updates?
The last firmware release we recorded is 1.06 from 10 Mar 2023. FW//RADAR still checks Erica Synths's page daily.