1. electronic devices or software programs that record, edit, and play back sequences of musical notes or sounds
Usage: music technology
2. machines or instruments used to determine the order of components in biological molecules, especially DNA or proteins
Usage: biology; genetics

Examples

• The studio was equipped with several digital sequencers for recording music.
• Modern sequencers allow musicians to layer multiple tracks easily.
• DNA sequencers have revolutionized genetic research.
• The laboratory purchased new protein sequencers for their research.
• Many electronic musicians rely on software sequencers to create their compositions.
• High-throughput sequencers can process thousands of samples simultaneously.
• The band used vintage analog sequencers to achieve that classic sound.