CyDrums – Expressive Drum Synthesizer

Description

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.

Wavetables

–        Spectrum

–        Formula

–        Complex

–        Overtone

–        Transform

–        Random

–        Sample

–        Glitch

–        Noise

–        Other

–        Crush

–        Fold

–        Shaper

–        Duty

–        Morph

 

Assign up to two parameters each to velocity and pressure on the drum pads, giving you real-time control over dynamic, time- and space-shifting sounds—directly under your fingertips.

 

 

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.

 

Sound Structures for Bass Drum, Snare Drum, Rim Shot, Tom, Closed HH, Open HH, Cymbal, Clap, Percussion/Acoustic and Synthesizer

 

 

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.

 

Insert Effects:
Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Tremolo, Vibrato, Delay, RingModulator, Detune, Overdrive, Crusher, Lo&Hi EQ, Low Pass Filter, Hi Pass Filter, Band Pass Filter, Tilt Filter, Vinyl Noise, Wow & Flutter, Auto Wah, S.Maximizer, Isolator, Compressor, Stomp Comp

 

Master Effects:
Compressor, Sidechain Comp, Remix, Snip Loop

 

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.

 

Performance Modes:

VariSpeed
Emulate tape machine playback
with pitch-altering speeds from 0.5x to 2x.

Length
Scale all track lengths as a percentage.

Release
Extend or reduce the release time for all tracks.

Random
Instantly randomize all tracks.

 

Seamless Integration with Your Setup
TRS analog 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.

 

Main Screens and Specifications

 

CFG (Config)
Configure settings for each track’s sequence.
– Length: 1 to 128 steps
– Note: 1/1 to 1/64
– Dice (Probability): 25% to 100%
– Sequencer Mode: Normal, Random, Stutter

 

OSC (Oscillator)
Edit the oscillators of the sound assigned to each track.
– Consists of dual Wavetables, Noise, and Tick (varies depending on the sound structure).
– Wavetable: Customize start/end positions, playback direction (modes), speed, and curve for each.
– Noise: Choose from White, Pink, Brown, Purple, and Frequency Resonance.
– Tick: Choose from Pulse, Half Sawtooth, Rectangle, Full Sawtooth, Rapid, Hi Frequency, and Noise.

 

SND (Sound)
Select and edit sound for each track.
– Select your preferred sound from 520 preset sound patches, simply adjust Pitch, Release, and Volume.
– Detailed editing of the sound structures is available in the EDIT screen.

 

FLT (Filter)
Set a filter for each track.
– Filter types: Low Pass Filter, High Pass Filter, Band Pass Filter, Low Shelf Filter, High Shelf Filter, Parametric EQ.

MOD (Modulation)
Set modulation with Velocity, Aftertouch, and Envelope for each track.
– Velocity and Aftertouch can each be assigned to two parameters.
– Over 60 parameters can be assigned, ranging from Wavetable selection to the Sens of other modulations.

 

AMP (Amplifier)
Set the amp envelope generator and other settings for each track.
– Adjustable ADR curves.
– Includes Distortion.
– Use the EFX BUS to set signal routing for effects and send levels for the track.

 

EFX (Effects)
Set up all effect configurations including routing.
– Insert Effects (22 types):
Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Tremolo, Vibrato,
Delay, Ring Modulator, Detune, Overdrive, Crusher,
Lo & Hi EQ, Low Pass Filter, High Pass Filter, Band Pass Filter, Tilt Filter,
Vinyl Noise, Wow & Flutter, Auto Wah, S.Maximizer, Isolator, Compressor, Stomp Comp
– Master Effects (5 types):
Filter, Compressor, Sidechain Compressor, Remix, Snip Loop

 

MIX (Mixer)
Perform mixing for all 8 tracks.
– Apply settings per pattern or globally across patterns.

 

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

 

Technical Details

 

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 x 1 (Omni-directional, 94dBSPL)

Built-in Speaker
Mono x 1 (1.5W 4Ω)

Audio Inputs
INPUT L / Guitar (Switchable 10kΩ and 1MΩ 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