Sequential Pro 3 vs Sequential Prophet-5
| Sequential Pro 3 | Sequential Prophet-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | Full-sized, three-octave (37-key), semi-weighted Fatar keyboard with velocity and aftertouch | Full-sized, semi-weighted, premium 5-octave (61-key) Fatar keyboard with velocity and channel (mono) aftertouch |
| Aftertouch | yes | yes |
| Polyphony | 1 | 5 |
| Sounds / presets | 1024 | 400 |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| USB audio | No | No |
| Weight | 7.25 kg | 14.51 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 677 × 338 × 125 mm | 949 × 415 × 151 mm |
| Released | 2020 | 2020 |
| USB to host | yes | yes |
| Status | legacy | legacy |
| Keys | 37 | 61 |
| Pedals | 1 Expression pedal input, Sustain footswitch input, 4 CV outputs (4 x 1/8" jack) | Sustain footswitch input, Filter cutoff expression pedal input, Volume expression pedal input |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Sequential Pro 3 if budget is the priority — it is about $1900 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Sequential Pro 3 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (7.25 kg vs 14.51 kg).
- Choose the Sequential Prophet-5 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (1 vs 5).
- Choose the Sequential Pro 3 if you want more variety of built-in voices (1024 vs 400).
Full spec sheets: Sequential Pro 3 · Sequential Prophet-5. Rows with a highlighted background differ.