The Sonicware CyDrums is a portable wavetable drum synthesizer and groovebox that reimagines electronic percussion through expressive synthesis rather than traditional sample playback. Featuring an advanced dual-wavetable sound engine with velocity and pressure modulation, 15 RGB performance pads, an intuitive 8-track sequencer and powerful generative composition tools, CyDrums is designed for musicians who want to create unique drum sounds from the ground up. With battery-powered operation, built-in speaker, extensive effects, MIDI, USB audio and portable construction, it is equally at home in the studio, on stage or wherever inspiration strikes. Key features 8-track wavetable drum synthesizer and groovebox Dual-wavetable synthesis engine with 64 proprietary wavetables 22 dedicated sound structures for drums, percussion and synth sounds 15 velocity-sensitive RGB pads with pressure modulation 520 factory sound patches and 128 drum kits 128-step sequencer with probability, micro-timing and parameter locks 22 insert effects, reverb and 5 master effects USB audio and MIDI, DIN MIDI and AudioSync connectivity Built-in speaker and microphone Battery or AC-powered portable design Overview Product Type Portable Wavetable Drum Synthesizer & Groovebox Tracks 8 Sequencer 128 Steps with Probability, Micro-Timing and Parameter Locks Wavetables 64 Proprietary Wavetables (Up to 256 Waveforms Each) Sound Structures 22 Factory Sounds 520 Presets Drum Kits 128 Effects 22 Insert Effects, Reverb, 5 Master Effects Pads 15 Velocity-Sensitive RGB Pads Connectivity USB Audio/MIDI, MIDI In/Out, Stereo Inputs & Outputs, AudioSync In/Out, SD Card Slot Power 12 V DC Adapter or 6 × AA Batteries Dimensions 147 × 175 × 46 mm Weight 550 g Included Content Sonicware CyDrums 32 GB SDHC card with factory content Power supply Carrying case Warranty card Creative Tools Design original percussion using dual wavetable oscillators, noise sources and dedicated drum synthesis structures Create evolving rhythms with probability, randomization, parameter locks and independent track lengths for advanced polyrhythms Shape sounds using an extensive collection of insert effects, master effects and flexible BUS routing Perform expressive beats with velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB pads that dynamically control sound parameters Record patterns in real time or step sequence with micro-timing, drum rolls and chromatic playback Integrate seamlessly with DAWs, MIDI hardware and modular setups via USB audio, MIDI and AudioSync connections Produce anywhere thanks to the compact battery-powered design with a built-in speaker and microphone Ideal For Electronic music producers Live performers Beatmakers Sound designers Experimental musicians Portable music production setups Studio producers Anyone seeking a synthesizer-focused alternative to traditional drum machines
