Notes: Sonicware's 'neo-hyperactive' drum machine takes a proudly digital approach to rhythm, offering some fascinating creative takes on synthesis and beat making. Create and perform with generative patterns and randomisation.
Supplier's Notes:
CyDrums | Expressive Drum Synthesiser
4D Drum Sound Evolution
22 Custom-Built Sound Structures
Versatile Effects & Flexible Routing
Powerful 8-Track Beat Making
Endless Creative Possibilities
Included:
- CyDrums unit
- 32GB SD card preloaded with many preset programs
- Power Supply Unit
- Warranty
*Batteries, USB cable and the other connection cables sold separately.
4D Drum Sound Evolution
Wavetable x Velocity & Pressure Modulation = 4D Drum Sounds That React, Transform, and Evolve
22 Custom-Built Sound Structures
22 Sound Structures Tailored to Each Instrument for Endless Sonic Possibilities
Versatile Effects & Flexible Routing
Two Insert Effects, Reverb, and Master Effects with Flexible Routing for Versatile Sound Processing
Powerful 8-Track Beat Making
Non-Stop, Intuitive Beat Making Powered by an 8-Track Drum Sequencer
Endless Creative Possibilities
Generative Patterns with Randomization and Probability, Plus Numerous Performance Features incl. VariSpeed and Snip Loop
Wavetable x Velocity & Pressure Modulation = 4D Drum Sounds That React, Transform, and Evolve
CyDrums offers 64 original wavetables, each comprising up to 256 single-cycle waveforms. With full control over start/end positions, playback directions with modes, speed, and curves, the sonic possibilities go far beyond imagination.
22 Sound Structures Tailored to Each Instrument for Endless Sonic Possibilities
CyDrums features 22 sound structures specifically tailored to each instrument, combining dual Wavetables, Noise, and Pulse sources to deliver sounds that range from classic drum machine tones to deep, innovative sonic exploration.
No need to start from scratch
CyDrums offers 520 ready-to-use preset sound patches, covering classic drum machine tones, synth bass, and FX.
Find them quickly with the tag search feature.
Two Insert Effects, Reverb, and Master Effects with Flexible Routing for Versatile Sound Processing
CyDrums delivers five versatile effect routing modes, allowing you to assign any track to specific effects via BUS Routing.
Non-Stop, Intuitive Beat Making Powered by an 8-Track Drum Sequencer
CyDrums boasts a powerful 8-track, 128-step sequencer based on the acclaimed workflow of the Lofi-12 XT. Unlock the freedom to experiment with odd time signatures and evolving polyrhythms.
Store up to 128 patterns per project, enabling you to create complex song arrangements or seamlessly switch patterns during live performances.
Generative Patterns with Randomization and Probability, Plus Numerous Performance Features incl. VariSpeed and Snip Loop
CyDrums empowers your creativity with powerful generative pattern tools.
Randomization lets you craft unique variations per track or control all parts in real time, while Probability allows you to set trigger chances from 25% to 100% for tracks or individual notes-sparking endless possibilities and new musical discoveries.
Seamless Integration with Your Setup
TRS analogue output, digital output via USB, MIDI in/out, and AudioSync for effortless DAW and hardware compatibility.
Compact, Battery-powered, and Built-in Speaker
CyDrums is designed for inspiration anywhere-from your living room to the outdoors.
- A single project contains:
128 patterns (incl. 32 preset patterns)
16 songs
Up to 256 projects can be stored.
- 1,024 sound patches (incl. 520 preset sounds)
- 256 effect patches
- 128 drum kits
- Polyphony: 1 voice per track + USB & External stereo audio
- Realtime non-quantize recording (with MicroTiming edit)
- Directly enter notes for each step when playback is on or off
- Duplicate to extend a sequence
- Copy and paste function for various parameters between tracks
- Parameter Lock function to record parameter settings for each step
- Drum roll with the D-pad
- Play chromatic/scales in Pad mode
- Enter longer notes (Tied notes)
- Diverse Mute features?
- Pattern BPM / Global BPM can be set
- Switching between half-speed and double-speed BPM
- Metronome and pre-count function
Hardware specifications
Pads: 15 velocity-sensitive pads with RGB LEDs
Controllers: Control knob x 5, Directional pad with 2 button controls
Display: 1.5 inch OLED display
Built-in Mic: Mono x1 (Omni-directional, 94dBSPL)
Built-in Speaker: Mono x1 (1.5W 4O)
Audio Inputs
INPUT L/Guitar (Switchable 10k and 1M impedance)
[LINE Gain] PAD: -20dB
[Hi-Z Gain] LOW: 0dB, NORMAL: +10dB, HI: +20dB
INPUT R/Dynamic Microphone
[LINE Gain] PAD: -20dB
[MIC Gain] LOW: 0dB, NORMAL: +28.8dB, HI: +50dB
Audio Outputs
STEREO LINE OUTPUTS (Max +6.5dBV)
*The above jacks are all balanced 1/4" TRS Jack Connectors
PHONES jack (stereo 3.5mm mini jack type)
USB port
micro USB Type-B
[USB Audio] USB 2.0 Full Speed, 48kHz-16bit Input: 2 channels, Output: 2 channels
[USB MIDI]
[Mass Storage Class] USB2.0 High Speed
*For iPhone, Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter required separately
MIDI ports
MIDI IN connector (5-Pin DIN type)
MIDI OUT connector (5-Pin DIN type)
Other connectors
SYNC IN jack (mono 3.5mm mini jack type)
SYNC OUT jack (mono 3.5mm mini jack type)
SD card slot (Standard size *Supports SDHC cards up to 32 GB)
DC IN connector
Bottom side hole
1/4-20UNC screw for tripod mount
Size and weight
Width: 147mm | approx. 5.8 inch
Depth: 175mm | approx. 7.8 inch
Height: 46mm | approx. 1.8 inch
Weight: 550g | approx.1 lbs 3.5 oz
Power supply
DC12V output AC adapter (500mA, Inner Diameter: 2.5mm, Outer Diameter: 5.5mm, Polarity: Center +)
Ni-MH AA SIZE Rechargeable Battery or Alkaline AA SIZE Dry Battery x 6
(Alkaline dry batteries life: approx. 4 hours)
*Batteries sold separately
Accessories
32GB SDHC card preloaded with many preset programs
Power Supply Unit
Warranty
*USB cable and the other connection cables sold separately
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