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ASM HYDRASYNTH User Manual

ASM HYDRASYNTH
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ASM HYDRASYNTH Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDigital Wave Morphing Synthesizer
Polyphony8 voices
ArpeggiatorYes
DisplayOLED
Oscillators3 per voice
Filters2 filters per voice
Filter TypeLow-pass, high-pass, band-pass, notch
Envelopes5 DAHDSR envelopes
LFOs5 x LFOs
Keyboard49-note keybed with velocity and aftertouch
Modulation Matrix32-slot Mod Matrix
EffectsDelay, Reverb, Chorus
ConnectivityMIDI In/Out/Thru, USB, CV/Gate
Audio OutputStereo 1/4" jacks
SequencerYes (up to 64 steps)
Weight10.0 kg

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Save Your Ears!

Warning about potential hearing damage from loud audio output.

Precautions and Guidelines

General safety precautions for operating the device to prevent damage or injury.

Welcome to Hydrasynth!

Main Features Overview

Introduction to the primary features and capabilities of the Hydrasynth synthesizer.

Quick Start Guide

Plug It In

Instructions for connecting power, audio, USB, and MIDI interfaces.

Overview of Hydrasynth

Top Panel: Keyboard Model

Diagram and labels for the top panel controls of the Hydrasynth Keyboard.

Top Panel: Desktop Model

Diagram and labels for the top panel controls of the Hydrasynth Desktop.

Main Systems Interface

Patch Selection and Browsing

How to select, browse, and manage patches using the Main Systems interface.

Core System Buttons

System Setup and Initialization

How to access System Setup and initialize modules or patches.

Master Control Section

CV/Gate Section Overview

Arpeggiator Section Details

Filter Controls Explained

Rear Panel Connectivity

Understanding the Modules

Core Sound Generation Modules

Amp, FX, Voice, and Ribbon Modules

Overview of Amp, FX, Voice, and Ribbon controller modules.

The Oscillator Group

Oscillator 1 and 2 Basics

Introduction to Oscillators 1 and 2, their parameters, and waveforms.

Oscillator 3 Details

Mutants 1-4

Pulse Width Modulation (PWM)

Harmonic Oscillator Mode

Ring-Noise Module

The Mixer Module

Filter Routing Options

Filter Configuration Modes

The Filters and Their Controls

Filter 1 Overview

Details on Filter 1 types, compensation, and parameters.

Filter 1 Parameters: Page 2

Filter 2 Overview

The Amp Module

The Envelopes Module

Envelope Features and Types

Overview of envelope features like ADSR, curves, and time-based segments.

Envelopes 1 and 2

Details on Envelopes 1 and 2, their pre-wired connections, and modulation capabilities.

Envelope Parameters: Page 1

Envelope Parameters: Page 2

Envelope Parameters: Page 3

The LFOs Module

LFO Features and Capabilities

Overview of LFO features, including flexibility and waveform range.

LFOs 1 and 2 Overview

Details on LFOs 1 and 2, their connections, and destinations.

LFO Parameters: Page 1

LFO Parameters: Page 2

The Effects Section

Chorus Effect

Parameters and settings for the Chorus effect.

Flanger Effect

Rotary Effect

Phaser Effect

Lo-Fi Effect

Tremolo Effect

EQ Effect

Compressor Effect

Distort Effect

Delay Parameters

Reverb Parameters

The Voice Module

Voice Parameters: Page 1

First set of parameters for the Voice Module, including polyphony and density settings.

Voice Parameters: Page 2

Voice Parameters: Page 3

Scale Selection and Customization

Options for selecting preset scales, custom scales, and microtuning.

Ribbon Controller (Keyboard Only)

Theremin Parameters: Page 1

First set of parameters for Theremin mode, including key span and octave shift.

The Arpeggiator Section

Arpeggiator Parameters: Page 1

First set of arpeggiator parameters including Tempo, Division, Swing, and Gate.

Arpeggiator Parameters: Page 2

Mastering the Macros

Creating and Naming Macros

Steps for creating new macros and assigning them names.

Assigning Macro Destinations

Save Patch Macro Options

The Mod Matrix

Creating Modulation Routes

Step-by-step guide to creating modulation routes in the Mod Matrix.

Modulation Sources Explained

Modulation Destinations Explained

The CV / Gate Section

Patch Management

Saving Patches

System Setup Pages

Master Settings: Page 1

Master Settings: Page 2

Keys and Pads: Page 3

MIDI Settings: Page 4

MIDI Settings: Page 5

MIDI Settings: Page 6

CV – Pitch Gate: Page 7

CV – Clock: Page 8

CV – Mods: Page 9

Control Combinations

[INIT] + Button X Combinations

Combining INIT button with other buttons for various functions.

[RANDOM] + Button X Combinations

[SHIFT] + Button X Combinations

[SHIFT] + Control Knob X Combinations

Scales Reference

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