This is an introduction to the OXI ONE MKII by OXI Instruments, available at Takazudo Modular.

OXI ONE MKII is the successor to the original OXI ONE, a standalone sequencer capable of freely controlling sequences across 8 parts and up to 64 tracks. With expanded generative features, a large OLED display, and a significantly more powerful CPU, it's the legitimate evolution of the well-established OXI ONE. As a new electronic instrument, it matches modular systems, machine live setups with MIDI gear, and DAW-based music production.

This product is available for purchase below.

OXI Instruments: OXI ONE MKII Nostalgia

¥153,800（税込／送料込）

OXI Instruments: OXI ONE MKII Black Edition

¥158,800（税込／送料込）

Additionally, the following two products are available as options for this product. If you're considering a purchase, please check these out as well.

• OXI Split V2
• OXI Pipe MKII

• Product Photos
• Create at the Speed of Inspiration
• New Features
• Included Accessories
• FAQ

Product Photos#

Black Edition#

Nostalgia Edition#

Create at the Speed of Inspiration#

OXI ONE MKII is the culmination of years of refinement, completed with invaluable feedback from the community and artists.

By integrating powerful new features and optimizing workflows, it achieves unprecedented speed and creativity. The result is the most powerful, intuitive, and affordable sequencer available today.

New Features#

Speaking as someone who primarily plays modular synths, for modular synth players I'd say this is something that can create sequences more advanced and in greater quantity than most sequencers available in the modular world, while also being simple to use.

However, among those who have purchased the original OXI ONE, I'd estimate that more than half aren't using modular synths, but rather other synths, standalone equipment, or enjoying DAW-based music production. For such use cases, if we consider hand-playing and playing back DAW-programmed data as two extremes, OXI ONE sits in the middle — it's a music device with a strong instrumental quality that gives you the feeling of controlling sequences like playing an instrument.

The OXI ONE Sequencer#

I personally view the OXI ONE sequencer as something that uses an 8x32 pad layout and implements everything conceivable. This is entirely due to the development prowess of OXI Instruments — or more specifically, the work of a single genius developer named Manuel. These kinds of devices often seem to be created by one extraordinary person. (Reference: Perfect Circuit interview article)

When thinking about what to add to such a device, what do you rely on? For OXI Instruments, it's clearly community feedback. The OXI Instruments Discord server has over 2,000 participants, and what's remarkable is that they systematically respond to feedback and opinions received there.

During a conversation about incoming stock, I once heard that they compile opinions from Discord discussions into a Google spreadsheet and address them one by one. This is needless to say not something easily done, even as part of one's job. OXI ONE's reputation has grown significantly, and that's undoubtedly the result of such accumulated improvements.

While the hardware interface might look like "just a few more buttons compared to the original" at first glance, I'm confident that those changes reflect the feedback they've received. The original OXI ONE dates from 2021, and considering the time elapsed, the hardware has evolved significantly. MKII represents the 2025 version of OXI ONE, with carefully considered UI evolution reflected throughout.

About the Original OXI ONE#

That said, does this mean the original OXI ONE is no longer useful? Not at all. First, according to the official Discord — sourced from an FAQ response — they plan to update the original OXI ONE's firmware alongside MKII updates as far as the hardware performance allows.

In my speculation as a developer (Takazudo), the microcontroller running the software — essentially what would be the OS on a computer — is likely the same for both the original and MKII. If so, it seems likely that updates will continue for the original OXI ONE, with the only limitation being features that require the newly added buttons on MKII.

And from my experience actually using OXI ONE, while MKII's hardware performance has improved, I'd imagine virtually no one has experienced performance bottlenecks with the original. Maybe someone creating massive numbers of MIDI sequences might have encountered issues, but I've regularly used all 4 parts with drums, multiple sequence lines, full use of the harmonizer function, and maxed out CV and Gate usage — and I've never experienced a freeze or felt any delay. So regarding MKII's performance improvements, think of it as More is MORE — more is always better.

MKII as a Second OXI ONE#

For those thinking "But I just bought an OXI ONE recently" or "I already own one," what I personally recommend is MKII as a second OXI ONE. I use two OXI ONEs myself, and having two provides considerable expandability.

For modular synth users, this goes without saying perhaps, but when attempting any kind of live performance, in the modular world it's normal to assemble as many sequences, switches, and CV controls as you want in your own preferred way. From that perspective, OXI ONE is simply one sequencer, and having two to operate independently is perfectly useful.

For example, you could run drum sequences continuously on one while running 2-3 melody sequences on the other. Conversely, trying to do all of this on a single OXI ONE would require rapidly switching between parts while operating.

In the modular synth context, buying another one with the mindset of "adding one more sequencer" is, I'd say from my experience using two, a viable possibility.

I realize suggesting two units in a product introduction might seem unusual, but anyway, for those looking for a great sequencer, I believe OXI ONE MKII will continue to spread as a strong contender going forward.

Included Accessories#

• OXI ONE MKII unit
• Travel case
• USB cable
• TRS-DIN Type A conversion adapter
• microSD card

Additional Product Photos#

FAQ#

Q1: Can the original OXI Split and OXI Pipe be used with OXI ONE MKII?#

With OXI ONE MKII, all peripherals from the original OXI ONE are compatible. Conversely, for the original OXI ONE, only the OXI Pipe MKII is not compatible. Below is the complete compatibility list:

• OXI ONE MKI + Pipe MKI: ⭕ Compatible
• OXI ONE MKI + Pipe MKII: ❌ Not compatible
• OXI ONE MKII + Pipe MKI: ⭕ Compatible
• OXI ONE MKII + Pipe MKII: ⭕ Compatible
• OXI ONE MKI + Split V1: ⭕ Compatible
• OXI ONE MKI + Split V2: ⭕ Compatible
• OXI ONE MKII + Split V1: ⭕ Compatible
• OXI ONE MKII + Split V2: ⭕ Compatible

However, for OXI ONE MKII + OXI Pipe MKI, a mini-HDMI to HDMI conversion cable is required. Not all cables work due to varying specifications, so a cable confirmed to work by the manufacturer is listed below.

• UGREEN HDMI mini HDMI Conversion Cable | Amazon

Also, regarding OXI Split V2, when used with OXI ONE MKII it can be expanded to 6 output ports, but with the original OXI ONE it can only handle the same number of ports as Split V1.

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That concludes our introduction of the OXI ONE MKII.

As the legitimate evolution of the original OXI ONE, with its 8-part sequencer, expanded generative features, and improved workflow, it has established a new standard for sequencers.

OXI Instruments: OXI ONE MKII Nostalgia

¥153,800（税込／送料込）

OXI Instruments: OXI ONE MKII Black Edition

¥158,800（税込／送料込）

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