Hydrasynth Deluxe Overview

The ASM Hydrasynth Deluxe is a premier synthesizer, boasting a dual-engine design with 16 voices and a 73-note keybed featuring PolyTouch polyphonic aftertouch. This flagship model combines two Hydrasynths into one, enabling KeySplit and Dual voice modes with 8 independent voices each. Separate balanced stereo outputs enhance its versatility. A 4-octave ribbon controller adds expressive playability, while CV/GATE I/O ensures compatibility with modular synths. With WaveScan oscillators, Mutator waveshaping, and configurable filters, plus extensive LFOs, envelopes, and effects, it’s a powerhouse for sound design and a top-tier synthesizer-controller combo.

Key Features Highlight

The Hydrasynth Deluxe offers a 16-voice polyphonic digital wave morphing synthesizer with Single, Multi, Dual, and Keysplit voicing options. Its 73 full-size keys feature POLYTOUCH polyphonic aftertouch and MPE compatibility. A multifunctional ribbon controller supports modulation, pitch bend, and theremin mode. Microtuning is supported via MIDI Tuning Standard files. It includes 1024 single program locations and 640 multi-program slots with 1280 embedded programs. Three WaveScan oscillators, four Mutator wave shapers, and seven noise types provide vast sonic possibilities, complemented by a 32-slot mod matrix, macro controllers, and a versatile arpeggiator for dynamic performance.

Technical Specifications Overview

The Hydrasynth Deluxe is a polyphonic wave morphing synthesizer with a digital sound engine and 73 semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive keys featuring ASM’s POLYTOUCH polyphonic aftertouch. It offers 16-voice polyphony, 1024 single presets, and 640 multi-programs. Equipped with three WaveScan oscillators, four Mutator wave shapers, and seven noise types, it includes a multimode filter with 16 types and a variable LP-BP/Notch-HP filter. Nine insert effects, five delays, and four reverbs enhance its sound. Connectivity includes four balanced 1/4″ outputs, dual headphone jacks, USB, MIDI I/O/Thru, and CV/GATE I/O. Dimensions are 44.45″ x 13.62″ x 3.62″, weighing 29.33 lbs.

Features

– 16-voice polyphonic digital wave morphing synthesizer
– Single/Multi Dual/Keysplit voicing options
– POLYTOUCH Polyphonic Aftertouch, Note on/off velocity keyboard with 73 full-size keys
– MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) compatibility
– Multi function ribbon controller (Modulation, Pitch bend, Theremin mode)
– Microtuning support via MIDI Tuning Standard files
– 1024 Single program locations with Category Search
– 640 Multi program locations with 1280 embedded program locations

Specifications

Type: Polyphonic Wave Morphing Synthesizer
Sound Engine Type(s): Wavescan
Analog/Digital: Digital
Number of Keys: 73
Type of Keys: ASM POLYTOUCH(TM) Polyphonic Aftertouch Keyboard, On/Off Velocity-sensitive, Semi-weighted
Other Controllers: Ribbon Controller, Pitch Bend, Mod Wheel
Polyphony: 16 voices (Full/Layer/Split)
Number of Presets: 1024 Single Programs, 1280 Programs in Multi (Upper/Lower)
Number of Multis: 640 Programs
Oscillators: 3 x Wavescan oscillators (219 Waveforms), 4 x Mutator wave shapers (8 Types), Noise (7 Types)
Mutators: 8 Types (FM-Lin, WaveStack, PW-Orig, PW-Squeeze, PW-ASM, Harmonic Sweep, Hard Sync, PhazDiff)
Noise: 7 Types (White, Pink, Brown, Red, Blue, Violet, Grey)
LFO: 5 per Voice (Sine, Triangle, Saw Up, Saw Down, Square, Pulse27%, Pulse13%, S&H, Noise, Random, Step), Tempo syncable, Semitone Lock
Envelopes: 5 per voice, Tempo syncable, Variable trigger sources
Filter Types: 1 Multimode Filter (16 types) and 1 Variable LP-BP/Notch-HP filter, series or parallel routing
Filters: Filter 1 (LP Ldr12, LP Ldr24, LP Fat12, LP Fat24, LP Gate, LP MS20, HP MS20, LP 3-Ler, BP 3-Ler, HP 3-Ler, LP Stn12, BP Stn12, HP Stn12, LP 1 Pole, LP 8 Pole, Vowel), Filter 2 (LP-BP-HP, LP-Notch-HP)
Effects: 9 Insert Effects, 5 Delays, 4 Reverbs
Effects Types: Chorus, Flanger, Rotary, Phaser, Lo-Fi, Tremolo, EQ, Compressor, Distortion, Delay, Reverb
Arpeggiator: 8 types (Up, Down, Up&Down, Up/Down, Order, Random, Chord, Phrase)
Other: Mod Matrix (32 slots), Macro Controllers (8), Favorites (32), Randomizer (Patch and Module), MPE Compatibility, Warm Mode, Microtuning
Audio Outputs: 4 x 1/4″ Balanced (L/Mono Upper, R Upper, L Lower, R Lower)
Headphones: 1 x 1/4″, 1 x 1/8″, Separate volume control
USB: 1 x Type B
MIDI I/O: In/Out/Thru
Pedal Inputs: 2 x 1/4″ (expression, sustain)
Other I/O: 2 x 1/8″ Inputs (Mod 1, Mod2), 5 x 1/8″ Outputs (CV, Gate, Mod1, Mod2, Clock)
Power Supply: 12V DC switchable power supply
Additional: Utility shelf
Height: 3.62″ / 9.2cm
Width: 44.45″ / 112.9cm
Depth: 13.62″ / 34.6cm
Weight: 29.33lbs / 13.3kg
MPN: HSLX

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging

Base Item

Shipping Weight: 43.25 lbs

Shipping Dimensions: 52 x 19 x 10 in

Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): HSLX

Open Box (Very Good)

Shipping Weight: 43.25 lbs

Shipping Dimensions: 52 x 19 x 10 in