Sonicware

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

Notes: Part of Sonicware's excellent Liven series, the Bass & Beats packs a powerful wavetable synth engine designed for dance music. Presets are classified by genre, making it quick to nail sounds.

Supplier's Notes:
Unleash this wavetable engine to create thick basslines that fit into all genres.

Combine wavetable modulation and our rich resonant filter to create satisfying growls and wobbles.

The bass synth engine includes:
- Two independent Wavetable oscillators with the 64 available wavetables.
- One sub-oscillator
- One noise generator which can create 16 different noise types.

Add even more flavor to your basslines with the built-in LFO, envelope generator, unison control, multi-mode filter, and distortion effects.
A Library of Rhythm Sounds Specialized for Electronic Dance Music

The Liven Bass & Beats is loaded with 350 high-quality rhythm sounds carefully selected for modern and timeless compositions.
The library of drum sounds also include risers and tension releases SFX which are useful tools when transitioning to new sections of your compositions.

Hit the Ground Running With 64 Bass Patches That Cover All Genres

The LIVEN Bass & Beats includes 64 bass presets including battle tested favorites such as the Reese Bass, Future Bounce Bass, Wobble Bass, Growl Bass, Neuro Bass, Deep House Bass, Acid Bass, 808 Sub Bass, and more.
Use these presets to quickly dial in the vibe of a specific genre.

Ready-To-Go Preset Drum Kits

The drum sounds are organized into well balanced kits for specific genres such as: DUBSTEP, HOUSE, HIPHOP, TRAP, TECHNO, EDM, R&B, DOWNTEMPO, CHILL TRANCE, DRUM'N'BASS, JUNGLE, FUTURE BASS, ELECTRO, ELECTRONICA, IDM, DISCO, BREAK BEATS, etc.

You can also mix and match sounds from the drum library to create your own custom kits. Side-Chain Compressor

The LIVEN Bass and Beats has built-in sidechain compression function that ducks the volume of the bass and the line-in audio. The amount of this effect is variable so you can dial it in to taste or turn it off when it is not needed.

Two Performance Knobs Can Be Mapped to Many Parameters at Once

Two ASSIGN knobs are provided for complex multi-parameter control.

Similar to the Turnado1 VST plugin, our "ASSIGN" knobs allow you to map many parameters to a single knob to create powerful effects which transform or mangle your sound with a single twist.

All preset patches include these "ASSIGN" knobs pre-programmed and ready for sonic exploration.

The "ASSIGN" knobs can also be parameter locked to create automated changes to multiple parameters over time.

Quick Muting and Un-Muting for Each Drum Sound

Each rhythm track consists of 16 individual drum sounds. Each sound can be individually muted and unmuted with a single button press. This allows users to introduce drum elements on-the-fly to build energy and create unique breakdowns.

Dedicated Mixer Controls

Dedicated controls for balancing the levels of you drums, bass, and line input. These knobs can be used to create an overall volume balance, or they can be used to create drops and breakdowns during live performances.

Advanced Bass Shaping Tools

The DIMENSION knob increases the stereo width of the bass synth without losing clarity or richness.

The M.Gun effect uses a rapid tremolo to add glitchy grit.

Explore Beyond the Preset Sounds With the Bass Engine Edit Mode Overlay

Build your own bass sounds from scratch or modify the presets.

Every parameter of the bass engine is accessible when the edit mode active.

Slip on the overlay and enter a whole new world of bass sound design.

Synth Engine Basic Configuration

2x Wavetable OSC: Each of the wavetable oscillators can assigned one of the 64 wavetables.

SUB OSC: The sub-oscillator provides solid, foundational bass support.

It can generate sine, triangle, sawtooth, square, LOG, and random waveforms.

NOISE Generator: The noise generator can generate 16 different types of noise, including both white and pink noise. It is a powerful tool for aggressive and industrial tones.

Deep Modulation

Almost all of the internal parameters of this device can be targets for modulation. The LFO, Envelope Generator, and ASSIGN knobs provide a wide range of ways to modulate every aspect of your sound.

For example, the LFO could modulate the settings of the Envelope Generator which is simultaneously modulating the Bass engine's wavetable position.