AlphaTheta Chordcat

AlphaTheta Chordcat – Compact, intuitive and extremely creative groovebox designed for producers, live artists and musicians of any level. With dedicated functions for chord generation, sequencing and controlling external instruments, Chordcat is the ideal solution for creating, experimenting and producing music wherever you are.

Main features

• Portable stand-alone groovebox with extensive creative and control functions
• Chord Cruiser mode
  • Generates up to 110,000 musically compatible chord combinations
  • Select, listen and assign chords to keys to create unique progressions
• 3 integrated effects (controlled via XY Pad)
  • Arpeggiator – transforms chords into melodies
  • Delay – adds depth and spaciousness
  • Ducker – creates dynamics and rhythmic pulse
• Running Direction function
  • Changes the playback direction of 4×4 patterns with a single button
  • Options: right, down, clockwise, counterclockwise
• 145 sound presets + 16 drum kits
  • Covers a wide range of music genres
  • Includes low-pass filter and envelope with automation per pattern
• Tuning and scale settings
  • Displays only compatible notes on the keyboard
  • LED indicators for chords matching the selected scale
  • Ideal for beginners and professionals
• Composition and arrangement functions
  • 8 independent tracks – for drums, bass, synths, etc.
  • 16 patterns per track – compose and save musical phrases
  • 128 steps (8 measures) – detailed sequencing with pattern chaining
• Extended connectivity
  • MIDI IN/OUT/THRU + USB-C - Control external synthesizers and DAW software
  • Use Chord Play and Chord Cruiser modes with external equipment
• Software integration
  • Chordcat Manager – import/export patterns with PC/Mac
  • Ableton Live Lite included – complete production from idea to final track
• Portability and power
  • Flat design, without protruding buttons – easy to carry in a bag
  • Operates on 6 AA batteries or powered via USB-C 

Technical specifications:

• Connections:
  • Master audio output (R): Jack TS 6.3 mm
  • Master audio output (L/mono): Jack TS 6.3 mm
  • Headphone output: Stereo Jack 3.5 mm
  • MIDI OUT/THRU: 5-pin DIN port
  • MIDI IN: 5-pin DIN port
  • USB Type C port
• Operating temperature tolerance: from +5 °C to +35 °C
• Operating humidity tolerance: from 5% to 85% (without condensation)
• Power:
  • Via USB (bus-power) DC 5 V, 500 mA
  • Or via 6 AA/LR6 alkaline batteries (NOT INCLUDED)
  • Battery life: approximately 5 hours
• Dimensions: 247 x 111 x 33 mm
• Weight: 0.4 kg (without batteries)