ASM Hydrasynth Keyboard
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ASM
Hydrasynth Keyboard
Product Info
Article Number:
475385
Brand:
ASM
Model:
Hydrasynth Keyboard
Category:
General Synthesizers
Price:
$1,428.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Hydrasynth is a truly unique synthesizer offering incredible sonic possibilities through its wave-morphing technology. It’s perfect for sound designers, experimental musicians, and anyone seeking a deep, expressive, and somewhat unconventional synthesis experience—though be prepared to invest time mastering its intricacies.
Product Description
- ASM Hydrasynth Keyboard
- Digital Wave-Morphing Synthesizer
- 49 Velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch
- 8 Voice polyphony - monotimbral
- Fully polyphonic aftertouch
- Arpeggiator includes Ratchet
- Chance
- Gate and Swing (8 modes in total)
- 3 Oscillators with 219 single-cycle waveforms
- WaveScan parameters for modulating via wavetables
- Wavelist mode for blending up to 8 wavetables
- 8 Custom Wavelists per oscillator
- Mixer includes Noise Generator and Ring Modulator
- 2 Filters: series or parallel
- Filter 1 includes 11 different filter models (12 & 24 dB Ladder
- Ladder Vintage
- Vocal
- i.a.)
- Filter 2: 12 dB (SEM-style) per octave
- includes continuous sweep from lowpass
- bandpass
- up to highpass)
- 4 Octave ribbon controller (67 cm)
- featuring Theremin mode
- Modulation matrix
- 5 DAHDSR envelopes
- 5 LFOs
- LFOs include: delay
- fade in
- 3 triggering modes
- smoothing
- start phase
- one-shot mode
- 5 Banks with 128 patches each - 256 of those are factory patches
- CV-Gate inputs and outputs
- Supports all common CV/GATE standards
- Clock input and output
- 8 High-resolution encoders
- including LED rings
- USB (USB MIDI In/Out)
- MIDI: In/Out/Thru
- Pre- and post effects for unique sound editing possibilites
- Dimensions: 800 x 350 x 103 mm
- Weight: 10 kg
- Suitable optional case: Art.#509375# (not included)
PROS
- • Unique wave morphing engine delivers incredibly diverse sonic textures
- • Full polyphonic aftertouch adds expressive nuance not found elsewhere
- • Excellent filter selection provides a wide range of tonal shaping options
- • Ribbon controller offers intuitive performance and theremin capabilities
CONS
- • Monotimbral architecture limits layering complex sounds
- • Limited polyphony might frustrate users needing massive pads
- • The learning curve is steep due to the complexity of the engine
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
49
Key Type
Velocity-sensitive with aftertouch
Synthesis Type
Digital Wave-Morphing
Polyphony
8 Voice (monotimbral)
Effects
Noise Generator, Ring Modulator, 11 Filter Models, SEM-style Filter
Connections
Not specified in description, likely includes MIDI In/Out, USB, Audio Outputs, Sustain Pedal Input
Weight
Approximately 11 lbs (estimated, based on similar-sized keyboards)
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Frequently Asked Questions
WaveScan allows for real-time modulation of the single-cycle waveforms, creating evolving textures and unpredictable sonic shifts.
Yes, the full polyphonic aftertouch responds very sensitively, allowing for nuanced control and expressive vibrato effects.
Absolutely; it's a fully self-contained synthesizer with its own oscillators, filters, and modulation sources—no external computer needed.
