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Haken Audio Announces EaganMatrix Micro Synth Module

4 Jan, 2025  No Comment


Haken Audio, creators of the Haken Continuum Fingerboard and other MPE-capable synths, has announced the EaganMatrix Micro – a new synth that packs the EaganMatrix sound engine into a compact USB module.

EaganMatrix is the sound engine that powers the Continuum, the Expressive E Osmose and several other synths. The EaganMatrix Micro features the same full-featured EaganMatrix sound engine, but in a compact self-contained form factor, powered and controlled via USB.

An intro video below, by Edmund Eagan, demonstrating using the Warbl wind controller to control EaganMatrix wirelessly, via BLE MIDI and the CME WIDI Host:

The demo includes both realistic virtual instrument sounds and more ‘out there’ sound design examples. Eagan customized these presets to take advantage of the Warbl’s specific sensing technology.

Hundreds of Presets are included with the EaganMatrix Micro. An external cross-platform (Mac and PC) Haken Editor can be connected to modify and customize the EaganMatrix System Presets, or to create new presets from scratch.

Specifications:

  • Polyphony: Nominal 1-3, Maximum 8
  • Stereo Audio Output: 3.5 mm TRS
  • EXT Connection: 3.5 mm TRS – Can be used as a pedal input (Yamaha FC3A with HOSA MHE-100.5 is recommended),                                                                                          or can be configured for a Control Voltage Converter.
  • Seven Segment Display: Preset navigation and settings
  • USB Power: 500 mA (190 mA average actual usage), via Mini USB connector
  • USB MIDI: via Mini USB connector (USB-A to Mini USB cable included with purchase) – Allows bidirectional MPE and MPE+ connection to other devices; allows connection to the Haken Editor for editing and archiving EaganMatrix presets
  • Dimensions: 11.3 x 5.8 x 1.9 cm (4.4 x 2.3 x 0.75 inches)
  • Weight: 0.075 kg (2.6 oz)

The EaganMatrix Micro — u2x is available now for $449.

Sonicware Introduces CyDrums Drum Machine

3 Jan, 2025  No Comment


Sonicware has introduced CyDrums – a new instrument that they describe as a “neo-hyperactive drum machine”.

CyDrums features an 8-track, 128-step sequencer, based on the workflow of the Lofi-12 XT. You can store up to 128 patterns per project, enabling you to create complex song arrangements or seamlessly switch patterns during live performances.

The official video intro:

Features:

  • 4D Drum Sound Evolution – Wavetable x Velocity & Pressure Modulation
  • 22 Custom-Built Sound Structures
  • Two Insert Effects, Reverb, and Master Effects with Flexible Routing for Versatile Sound Processing
  • 8-Track Drum Sequencer
  • Generative Patterns with Randomization and Probability, Plus Numerous Performance Features incl. VariSpeed and Snip Loop

An example of the CyDrums in action:

The Sonicware CyDrums is available now, with an intro price of $399 (normally $499).

Vintage Roland Sounds For ASM Hydrasynth

3 Jan, 2025  No Comment


Push-Pull shared this preview of The Nostalgic Collection, a new sound library of vintage Roland sounds, recreated for the ASM Hydrasynth.

The preview provides an A/B style comparison of the Hydrasynth patches to the original sounds:

Features:

  • 40 patches recreated from the iconic Roland JX3P and Juno-106 synthesizers
  • The patches are easy to install, via the ASM librarian. Instructions are included in a PDF that comes with the download.
  • The patches are compatible with all the synths of the Hydra series: Explorer, Deluxe and Desktop.

The Nostalgic Collection for ASM Hydrasynth is available now for $10.

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