Hydrasynth Deluxe Dual Layer Sounds Part 1

In this video I play original sounds using both layers of Hydrasynth Deluxe, demonstrating the power and flexibility of having two Hydrasynth engines sounding at once.
Included are a selection of sounds such as pads, ambient, polysynths, epianos, bells and strings. I’ve recently been working with some old analog poly synths while also programming the Hydrasynth Deluxe - and the sound gulf between them is actually not as big as I imagined! Hence several patches in this video are reminiscent of those old sounds. I include also a couple of soundscape patches. I’ve really only scratched the surface here: there’s so much potential in this synth for ambient soundscapes.
* UPDATE: all these sounds are now available to purchase in my Hydrasynth Deluxe Sound Banks volumes 1 & 2. Link to purchase: synthuniverse.sellfy.store
Hydrasynth Deluxe Sound bank vol 1 demo: • ASM Hydrasynth | Delux...
Given that we can layer almost infinite tracks in our DAWs, why do we need a dual layer synth? In my experience there are four main ways of conceiving and creating sounds with two layers, and I’ve included examples of each within this video:
1 - Contrasting sounds. Two distinctive sounds are either played together (e.g. the Harp arp chorale patch) or confined to different zones of the keyboard in split mode (e.g. the Voice-string split patch). This can be useful for auditioning sound combinations to be layered later in a DAW, or for jamming musical ideas
2 - Composite sounds. Here, two distinct sounds are combined to create a single coherent one (e.g. the Key pad or Sparkle bell patches) where neither layer stands out too much. This can give more depth and interest than single sounds
3 - Double sounds. Here an identical copy of a sound is made and ‘doubled-up’ with the original (e.g. the Vintage or String Machines x2 patches). Then subtle changes are made to each. Detuning, panning, adjustments to rate of LFOs and chorus effects can all increase size, depth and richness of the overall sound
4 - Designer sounds. Here sounds are conceived ‘from the ground up’ utilizing both layers so the finished patch doesn’t appear layered at all (e.g. 6 oscillator experimental patch). This approach is time-consuming but gives much scope for imagination, creating unique patches that sound organic
The effects you hear on the sounds are all internal to Hydrasynth: no external effects were used and no other processing applied other than a small amount of limiting and EQ for mastering to KZbin.
The sounds in this video could also be created on any combination of Hydrasynth engine if you own more than one, such as Hydrasynth Keyboard, Hydrasynth Desktop and Hydrasynth Explorer. The Deluxe just makes it a bit easier having both engines in one unit.
There was no sponsorship or affiliation to ASM or their products in the creation of this video.
All musical ideas in this video are my own and are copyright to me.
Other Hydrasynth videos
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Colourful Sounds of Hydrasynth Part 3 • Colourful Sounds of Hy...
Time stamps
00:00 Deep sweep
01:19 Harp arp chorale
02:19 Stacked poly
03:18 Key pad
03:59 Fizz punch
04:30 Voice-string split
06:46 Percussive key pad
07:58 6 oscillator experimental
09:54 Vintage
10:37 Choir in 4ths
11:57 Universal
12:59 Sparkle bell
13:40 String machines x2
14:45 Poly string
16:26 Cloud formations
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[@silvana9066]

If this synthesizer came into existence when Jean Michel Jarre was playing, the world as we know it would not be the same ; this synthesizer is a celestial creation from Olympus itself 😮

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing!

[@LSSTmusic]

according to equipboard, jean michel jarre does indeed have one of these in his studio. it's the 49 key version but still lol

[@coversauce4786]

My man with the cable management 👏

[@TheDavidPoole]

Hey Mr. Universe. That's the best demonstration of the Hydrasynth that I've heard. Yyou really showed the depth and breadth of the instrument. I think for the price, it's unbeatable. Thank you for sharing.

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback! Pleased you appreciated it. I agree the Hydra is great value for money considering what it can do and it's well built too. Part 2 will be following soon...

[@TheDavidPoole]

@@synthuniverse hey, that's weird. This only just appeared in my notifications. I'll have ro look back to see what else KZbin is trying to deny me! Lol Looking forward to seeing part 2!

[@harveyspecter1653]

Agreed. This is a damn good sounding synth and the demo illustrates just that.

[@TechM3X]

Some of these patches definitely give off New England Synclavier II & Oberheim Matrix 12 vibes. Wide & so very deep.

[@synthuniverse]

Wow that's a good compliment! I love the sound of the Matrix 12 although I've never played one as they're pretty rare beasts. It's a nice challenge with the Hydra Deluxe to see how far we can push it and how wide and deep it can sound - still a work in progress...

[@antonyfaulkner8649]

I think your video Demos of the Hydrasynth are hands down the best I've seen, and that's amongst some pretty stiff competition. Hearing your videos, is how I hear my HS Dlx, although I can't play so well, you bring out the musicality I love about this synth. I can get lost in a single preset for hours, tweaking, nudging, tasting... every time it's an adventure. I hope you will do more videos, I think you provide the justice the HS deserves. ❤️

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks so much for your feedback! I'm pleased you like the videos and I agree this synth can be very musical and can take us to new places. You may be aware that I released sound banks of single Hydra sounds and a bank of Multi patches will be forthcoming. I love the fact that people can now play my sounds and do their own thing with them. Plus the income from these helps me to carve out the time to make new videos, so hopefully more to come...

[@rossjackson3349]

The choir patch is incredible. Absolutely love it. ❤

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for the feedback - appreciated!

[@notsospy]

It really is! I would love to get my hands on that patch!!

[@BenDaleTV]

Me too. Its surreal.

[@St3ph4n3]

True.

[@shadowmover63]

I think that's my favorite one too. Very nostalgic

[@positronalpha]

I've had one sitting in a box for a year - I have no good place for it and am slowly working on building my studio. This makes me even more eager to finish the construction and get this thing unpacked :).

[@synthuniverse]

Oh yes you definitely should unpack it when you get a chance! Like any deep synth it takes a while to get under the skin of, but we’ll worth it. I have 2 Hydra single sound banks available in case you’re interested (elsewhere on the channel) and a Multi bank due in a few months. Good luck with finishing the studio build!

[@lafemmedevastation]

I'm likely to do the same thing you're doing, where you wait until your studio's "ready" and then unleash the beast all at once ...ahhh will be a glorious day (when I'm 99 years old) 😆

[@liviou2004]

Absolutely great !! Love the Voice-Strings patch. You've demonstrated that Hydrasynth can do pretty subtle and warm sounds.

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for the feedback! Yes I didn't expect the Hydra could do those sounds when I first bought it. I also find it very musical and expressive as an instrument to program and play.

[@retrotrollet]

I love it ❤ so beautyful patches and you play it lovely.

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for the feedback glad you enjoyed it!

[@amb13nt59]

Absolutely stunning demo!

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks very much for your positive feedback!

[@holidaygames]

Such an incredible synth!

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Nathanaelsun22]

Simply incredible... musicality, composition, creativity and synthesis.. thank you!

[@synthuniverse]

Thank you for your kind feedback! Appreciated, cheers

[@Kshege]

This is pure art and inspiration for all us synth enthusiasts. You are a true master of your craft.

[@synthuniverse]

Thank you humbly for your kind comments! I'm pleased you appreciate the content - I will continue to try and get the most out of these synths and share with the synth community.

[@piteft]

Another perfect video with tasty patches ! Thank you for your effort. My HS Deluxe arrived about a week ago, and I spends a lot of time with it, learning and diving into it. Amazing synth for this price

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback! Great you are taking the time to learn the HS Deluxe. It's well worth persevering through the head-scratching phase - then it becomes a joy to use. Have fun...

[@TheBazingaBoat]

Lovely video. So well done. The composition gripped me and certainly aided in selling me on the contraption!!!

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks very much for your feedback! Thanks for subscribing too - more Deluxe videos on the channel...

[@vanessajazp6341]

Sooooo beautiful!! Definitely buying one of these!

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback!

[@philwilkes222]

Great sounds and great playing!

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for the feedback!

[@tenaciouscj]

We're desperate for a patch pack! Haha. Between all of your Hydrasynth videos you've displayed so many great sounds, thanks for showcasing them.

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback! Yes I'm working on the single banks for release by Xmas. Cheers

[@sandroamatucci2447]

Fantastic Synth, fantastic Sounds, fantastic Play. I love the Theremin part.

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback! For Deluxe owners, my Multi sound banks featuring all these sounds are coming soon, so if you're a subscriber you'll be notified. All best

[@offworldsynths2019]

Incredible sounding synth!

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Jimbo386000]

This is my dream synth. And you make it sound even better than I already knew it could sound! I'm hoping to get one soon and I'll be buying your patches to go with it!

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your comments and feedback! Yes there's so much potential with this synth and it's great value too. It's well constructed and the OS is also pretty stable and reliable. It's become my workhorse poly synth as I can get from an idea in my head to a finished sound more quickly than any other synth I own. Good luck with it and enjoy the patches too...

[@Jimbo386000]

Thanks for responding! Yeah I'm not sure exactly when my instruments will sell, but when they do, I'll be buying this!

[@TechM3X]

The layer patches are beyond tasty and incredible. Would love to be able to pay for them. Again, incredible work! 💖

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback - pleased you like them! Once I've got the Single banks out I'll see if I can put a Multi bank together

[@dimitargadzhev3800]

Amazing instrument, thank you for your performing!

[@synthuniverse]

It's a pleasure, many thanks!

[@Flyingrabbit2222]

One of the nicest things about this keyboard, aside from it being big fun to play, is the placement of the headset jack at the front left. They provide both 3.5mm and 1/4 sockets, so no hunting for adapters or trying to feel for the right spot on the back of the unit in a dark venue.

[@synthuniverse]

Yes you're right that's a good feature

[@sims774]

IMHO the best Hydrasynth Deluxe video series, without a doubt . Very strong and imaginative playing on all videos. Obviously a very gifted musician, and a brilliant sound designer also. All sounds are fantastic! I intend to buy all when I have mine ... So please keep it up Jim! 👍 (a little sakamoto-YMO side on the "Fizz punch" sound... like it!). I would be very curious to hear your personal musical creations, you're truly talented. Thanks for your videos.

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks very much for your kind feedback and comments! I'm pleased you like the Hydrasynth content. I think there are still so many unexplored possibilities with synths for music creation and hopefully I can do my small bit to inspire others to make beautiful and interesting music! I'll post links/ videos on this channel when I have my own creations ready to share...Cheers

[@dongaiser]

As I await my new Hydrasynth Deluxe to arrive from AMS, I came back to watch your video again. My most favorite patch you made is the one at 4:30, Voice-String Split. What you have created here is amazing. Your song just soars! TRUELY beautiful.

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your kind feedback and comments! I'm pleased you like that patch and performance. Enjoy your Hydra Deluxe! So many possibilities for making music with it. My single patches will be out soon so if you're a subscriber then you'll be notified :-)

[@Zwopper]

Mind officially BLOWN! 🤯 I need this synth and I need your great sounds! ❤️

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback! Pleased you like my sounds. Singles patch banks will be coming out soon. Have fun with the Hydra if you get one!

[@BenDaleTV]

@@synthuniverse Add me to that list please. I need the choir patch and the deep sweep for the standard Hydrasynth 49 key.

[@synthuniverse]

@@BenDaleTV Thanks for your interest in my sounds! My Hydrasynth sound banks vol 1 & 2 are available to purchase and contain several choir sounds similar to this one for the Deluxe, including Vol 1 patch 36 and vol 2 patch 26. If you layer two of those together in your DAW harmonised a 4th apart with some reverb, you'll get pretty close! kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3iWkK2soNiCeLs

[@Geepstar]

Mine is coming next week. In the meanwhile I enjoy your vids and gain inspriration. Thank you for sharing.

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks very much for your feedback! Enjoy your Deluxe...

[@Geepstar]

@@synthuniverse I am still thinking about the Jupiter X. I can get an almost new one for almost the same price. What would be your opinion if I may ask (and if you know an answer)

[@synthuniverse]

@@Geepstar Not sure if it helps but I'll give my opinion. I have heard the Roland but haven't used it. It seems to be a great synth for those who want the Roland 'sound' but don't want to invest in a vintage analog unit. The raw sounds, interface and multiple confusing sound engines of the J X seem to have divided opinion however and probably disappointed many who just wish they would re-issue something 'classic'. What I like about the Hydrasynth, as I've said elsewhere in comments, is that it has no legacy and is therefore baggage-free and future-facing. It has its own sound and is not pretending to be anything else. I think it's ideal if you love creating and tweaking sounds and you have those 'what-if?' questions of modulation and experimentation. On the other hand, if you just want great smooth legacy pads, pianos etc and a simple interface then the J X might be a better bet.

[@user-oh1wf5vx5q]

wow thats one of the best synth patches ive ever heard

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for the feedback!

[@buckycore]

Jesus, this thing is majestic. This is litterally the only hardware synth that makes me want one

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ingostromitzky497]

Very nice playing,the Deluxe is a sound Monster.

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@mikefoo6842]

Deep Sweep and Voice String split is so JARRE !!!

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for the feedback! Yeah the voice string split I definitely had his early Oxygene stuff in mind - also Tomita

[@earlbrackett6508]

gorgeousness & gorgeousity...superb !

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for the feedback - appreciated!

[@abwdoc]

Great job on the patches….please post when they will be available. The sounds this instrument is capable of making, along with it’s build quality and awesome 76 keys, seems to lake it the keyboard steal of the decade. Keep up the great programming, and put me on your customer list.

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback and for sharing! The Hydra single patches will be released very soon with demo videos then hopefully Multi patches some time in 2023. Agree about the build quality and the 73 keys are great - means less using the octave buttons

[@VacancyOfDisco]

so many great JMJ style sounds! great programming!

[@synthuniverse]

Hey many thanks for the feedback!

[@dongaiser]

Beautiful sound design you’ve done and nice playing style as well. I also would be willing to paying for these patches. I had already decided to buy the Hydra Explorer, but now am seriously considering buying the deluxe. Thanks. :)

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for the feedback! I started with the original Hydra keyboard plus the desktop which meant I could layer 2 Hydras. The Deluxe does makes that easier. Also I guess it's the keyboard size and ribbon that give it the edge for some people. The portability of the Explorer is great though - combine one of those with a Desktop unit and you would have serious synth power that could be carried in a rucksack. For standard gigging/ studio/ recording use however, I would go with the Deluxe. Good luck with with it!

[@michaelhornby2961]

Deep sweep Jean michel jarre. Choir just so beautiful. This keyboard really ignites the creativeness lacking in so many keyboards out there.

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your feedback!

[@harveyspecter1653]

Say again digital cannot sound warm? This beast is shockingly good! Bloody hell. I need one.

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing! Sorry if I've fuelled your GAS - but yes it is an amazing synth and worth getting. Well built and super user-friendly once you get to know it

[@Sicolirics]

I can't believe I have one of the synthesizers from Jean Michell Jarre's Souvenirs of China album in my own room ( Hydrasynth Deluxe ) 0:00 😮 AWESOME 😂

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your feedback! Plenty of potential in this synth to re-create classic sounds

[@OmniTorch]

Amazing!

[@synthuniverse]

Thank you!

[@agusgener74]

Incredible synth.. 😍😍 minute 12:00 reminds me some Enigma sounds. Very good demonstration 👍🏼

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for the feedback please you enjoyed it!

[@DreamscapesMusicCinema]

Awesome sound creations Jim! Thanks so much for your wonderful Demo. This is next on list ..... Mark Bensette Aux Bois 🇨🇦.

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for the feedback! Listening to your music I think the Hydra Deluxe could work very well for you - so many possibilities for calm, layered textures with subtle movement. Good work!

[@DreamscapesMusicCinema]

@@synthuniverse It got here today!.....

[@synthuniverse]

@@DreamscapesMusicCinema That's great news - just in time for Xmas! Enjoy...

[@hansemannet]

Take my money! I love it!

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing!

[@tinybytes1377]

The Voice String Split @4:32 ish sold me - Memories of Isao Tomita !

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing! Yes, the genius that was Tomita. His spirit is always with me

[@Vladi_mir_M]

Just wow!

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@GertBoers]

Excellent patches! Beautiful playing. ( -> jealous ;) )

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for the feedback! No need to be jealous - just make beautiful music your way! We each have something unique to offer...

[@RayyMusik]

Brilliant and very inspiring; particularly liked the multi-LFO patch at 9:something. Unfortunately I only have a HS 49. :(

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback and comment! Yes I used to have the HS 49 key and I would layer it in Logic - worked fine. Then added a Desktop unit which made it a bit easier to conceive these layered sounds.

[@ronaldwild]

great!

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks!

[@vitaliypredoliak2124]

Suddenly was surprised by reaction of my jaw - drooped down in out of my control )))

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your feedback! The Deluxe sound banks are coming very soon - with video demos

[@chrisb1460]

@6:46 oh yeah!

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks!

[@boolage]

If you are contemplating selling patch libraries - you will have a ton of interest after all of these great demos. Sounds are amazing !

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for the feedback - appreciated! Yes, I'm in the process of making 2 Hydra single banks which will be available in the coming months

[@ingostromitzky497]

I think you should do a Multi Bank as well, your sounds are so inspiring

[@synthuniverse]

@@ingostromitzky497 Many thanks for the kind feedback. I'll put it on the list of things to do.

[@ingostromitzky497]

@@synthuniverse your‘e the best🎉

[@Bouwput]

As a Deluxe owner I see there's tons and tons of potential still to be discovered! Love the clever pogramming of expression etc. Count me in for a multi bank. (There aren't much around yet.)

[@johnbeckett8367]

Great sounds and Great Playing !

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback!

[@indigocotton4187]

Voice-string split - Oxygène Pt 1 - very expressive 👍

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for the feedback! Yes I definitely had that piece in mind when I was performing that!

[@MusicWizard85]

Have you ever used up all 16 voices? What are your favorite things about HSD that make it stand out from other synths? What are you using to hold all your cords together in the back? I love how it has an intuitive interface for any skill level but then also has more deep dive stuff for advanced users to further tweak. Awesome sounding demo!

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback and questions! Yes I have used up the 16 voices on occasions - particularly playing big chords then you get a bit of note-stealing. But 16 voices in Unison mode is crazy - too powerful to be useful. No synth is perfect and every synth has its own personality. The UI is definitely a strong point of the HSD. As a modular Eurorack user, I love the fact that I can ask a 'What would happen if?' question and then answer it. This is rare on a polysynth - to get that amount of modulation possibilities while still getting musical results quickly. And being able to play chords unlike with a modular synth. I've also been surprised at how warm and thick the sounds can be, although you really have to dig deep into the Oscillator Mutants to achieve it. Like any deep synth, if you only skim the surface you could be left disappointed. I think it's a synth that rewards curiosity and imagination. I hope that helps! The cord tidy is simply some plastic oak effect trunking that usually gets stuck to walls.

[@Laserguy2009]

I thought I wanted a Moog One- Never Mind...

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing! As owner of both I can say that while the Moog One is a dream-synth and does have a great user-interface, it is not always straightforward to great results with. It's a very different beast to the old Moog polys and the sheer number of parameters to tweak can be overwhelming. The deeper the synth, the longer it takes to work out its sound and personality I guess...

[@MusicWizard85]

😅 Same here. Moog One is a bit too complex for me. I'm a big fan of intuitive, easy to understand layouts. HS Deluxe is at the top of my wishlist! I own a Korg Wavestate and while it sounds incredible, the layout of everything isn't very intuitive or amateur friendly. I needed to watch many YT videos to figure it all out. The approach Hydrasynth takes is much more logical for my brain plus 16 voices of beautiful bliss.

[@Laserguy2009]

@@MusicWizard85 And you could buy 4 of them for the price of a Moog One!!!

[@CoderCoronet]

Moon One all the way 😉

[@xntricity6446]

I was thinking id never afford a moog one but this hydrasynth is something else wow!

[@powermix24]

I've had my 49 key Hydrasynth since August 2020! It's simply a stunning synth! Amazing patches and performance.

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback! Agreed and pleased you're enjoying the Hydra

[@sedumjp]

Love the percussive keypad,. Seriously thinking of buying this synth, and the cost of the sound bank library would be worth it for this one alone....The use of an expression pedal to switch elements of the sound on and off shows that the Hydrasythn is a real performer's keyboard.

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your feedback and for sharing! Yes, you can assign almost any parameter to performance controls such as an expression pedal, or the ribbon etc. It's the most expressive synth I've used by a long way. Many of the sounds in my sound banks utilise these abilities, even if it's just to damp the filter cutoff. I love being able to change the sound while continuing to play with two hands.

[@TheCasalinthesky]

Oh my!!!! Wow

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for sharing!

[@synthtitan9523]

I actually bought a Hydrasynth Deluxe a few days ago again (it was on discount and I could not resist). I also own a Novation Summit. The Hydrasynth can sound great, however you need to work harder to get the sound you like. You can compare the Hydrasynth with those so-called healthy rice-wafels. The Summit is a rice-wafel covered in caramel. It tastes delicious from the start, but it will always taste like caramel. The Hydrasynth is a blank rise-wafel but it comes with a lot additional flavours that you have to apply yourself. In other words you can make the Hydrasynth as tasty (or disgusting) as you want. Having said so, that Hydrasynth still misses some essential features to my opinion: - No support for sostenuto - No dotted timings in the arp - No true bi-timbality on the Deluxe

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing and for your analogy to rice-wafels! Yeah the Hydra is definitely deep and requires effort. As you suggest, no synth is perfect I guess but overall the features are well thought-through and well implemented.

[@michaos1]

String machines at 13:41 take you through space and time to a holy Chirch of magic synthesis.

[@synthuniverse]

Hey many thanks for the feedback, pleased you like it!

[@ComposerMichaelDow]

Great range of sounds too nice work. Most demos I see just do a blade runner sound, or D50 style sounds. You've got it all. Apart from acid 😉

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback! Yes you're right I don't do acid...

[@jeffroweb]

Great dual layer patches and playing! Are you working on any 2.0 update patches using the new Glissando and voice mod features?

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback! Yes I’m slowly playing with the new features and hope to work on further patches later in the year.

[@derekcook3166]

Your video has made me come off the fence re the HydraSynth. So many videos I have seem are hard/brittle/underwhelming, but just the opening patch nailed it for me. Thanks. Are these presets in the synth or sounds you have made? If the latter, will they be for sale?

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your comment and feedback! These are all using my own single patches, apart from the harp sound and a Deluxe single preset called 'Polar Queen' that I tweaked quite a lot for the Deep Sweep sound. My single patch banks will be for sale soon. Multis possibly next year but no eta yet

[@vertigev]

WOW!

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks!

[@712Jefferson]

You might as well have just pulled the credit card out of my wallet yourself because, either way, I'm determined to own one after watching this video. Was already almost there on my own but this was just divine. Bravo.

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your feedback! Yes there's so much potential with the Hydrasynth and it's such a well conceived and well-made instrument. ASM should be paying me (but they're not)! Enjoy the synth - if you're new to Hydrasynth I would advise taking time to study the manual (it's helpful and well-written) and to master the oscillator mutants and filters: they're key to unlocking the soul of this synth. In case you did not see, all the sounds in these videos are available to purchase as part of my Deluxe sound banks - demo videos with purchase links are elsewhere on my channel.

[@LivinLifeLoud]

His videos sold me as well. I bought one and his patches too. Amazing synth.

[@HonorV2ultimate1tb]

When selecting a different sound...does the first sound stop abruptly or is there smooth transition to the next sound?

[@logan979]

(e.g. the Voice-string split patch).is this your creation or right out of the box ? sounds like a theremin ? best Hydra demo , really beautiful. Thank you !

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback and question! Yes the voice-string split patch is my creation and is included in my Hydrasynth Deluxe Sound Banks. Pleased you liked it!

[@logan979]

upgrading to a Deluxe. Thank you again for these lovely creations. I am looking forward to acquiring the patch sets . Hope you will be offering more of your sets in the future.@@synthuniverse

[@synthuniverse]

That's great I'm sure you won't regret it! I also upgraded and the Deluxe opens up a whole world of possibilities. I will be working on some new sounds at some point when other projects allow@@logan979

[@brunodadivore9606]

Hello really appreciate this video I am in love with this Synth and would like to Know the 07:30 piece of jazz if there is an impro or a standard ? Thanks a lot Bruno

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for the feedback! To answer your question, those are just a series of chords I put together which sounded nice on that sound. They are not from a standard as far as I know.

[@andy-ford]

Hi, does the Oxygene-like voice-string Split patch appear in one of the two Hydrasynth patch banks you have on sale? I couldn't find it mentioned or I must have overlooked it.

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your question! The Voice-string split patch is included in the Deluxe sound bank vol. 1 - here's a link directly to that part of the demo: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pn3bq5ehZq2ratEsi=OlD9V5rJujOm_87g&t=746 Purchase link is in description of that video. Hope that helps

[@tadream16w]

WOW ! Just wow ! I am selling my Hydrasynth 49key to buy a Deluxe purely based on your "Deep sweep" patch... Hope I can sell it quickly and that your sounds become available for us soon !

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing and for your feedback! My Multi patches will be available in the next few months - all subscribers will be notified. In the meantime, when you get your Deluxe - check out the factory single preset called 'Polar Queen'. It's what I used as the starting point for the Deep sweep patch.

[@tadream16w]

@@synthuniverse Got my Deluxe since last week. One issue I have is that one key swiches off(?) after 5 minutes and then comes back on to stay. Am in contact with ASM to get this sorted trhough my dealer. Looking forward to your patches !

[@synthuniverse]

@@tadream16w Great that you got your Deluxe but sorry you had that problem. Hopefully they will get it sorted quickly or give a replacement unit. The patches are in progress...

[@tadream16w]

@@synthuniverse Thx, the key is now out again. Very annoying. 😞 It could be a problem with the ribbon cable of the keybed. I seem to have scored a "lemon" new in the box. The ASM importer has given permission to open it up and have a look. But I am waiting for instructions to know which screws I need to unscrew. I hope it gest sorted quickly otherwise I will have to have it replaced.

[@tadream16w]

@@synthuniverse Hi Jim, finally got the Hydra problem sorted. Today I received a replacement synth through the distributor. Any news on the release of your patches ? Can't wait to try them.

[@kovelli6711]

I’m considering this keyboard or the mpc key 61. Im interested in sound exploration but also the composition. Which keyboard could help me make music more vividly and freely???

[@synthuniverse]

Hello thanks for your question. I'm not familiar with the MPC Key 61 but it's clearly a production workstation. If you want the ability to make complete grooves like a DAW and with sampled realistic sounds then this would be the one to go for. However, the Hydrasynth is very effective for raw synth exploration that will inspire you to compose. Although it can do decent realistic string, brass & key sounds - that's not its forte. Its distinctiveness comes from creating interesting/ original/ musical synth sounds in my experience. Hope that helps!

[@ComposerMichaelDow]

Wow. I need one. Well....I don't NEEEED one I guess....I want one. Badly!

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing! It's a super flexible and powerful synth

[@gyorgytoth325]

❤

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback!

[@playonkorg]

3:53---> i hear an Abba's 'The Day before you came' patch

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing!

[@mangaadraw3132]

hello, what is the song you play in the string machine demo AT 13:40 please ? by the way, very good series of videos, your test is of very good quality 👏🏻

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback! That string machine demo song is just one of my little compositions - doesn't even have a name

[@electedmusic7685]

Hello friend, can I ask you a couple of things? I currently have a ni s61 mkii, and I would like to know, are the keys for the hydrasynth deluxe 73 of good quality? do they feel quality, do they make noise? and my last question is, could i use the hydrasynth as a midi controller to play vsts on pc? And could I configure the sensitivity of the keys and also the sensitivity of the aftertouch on the keyboard, if I use it with a midi controller via USB to the PC? or can I only configure the sensitivity for the internal sounds of the keyboard? Please, you will love to know your opinion. Thank you very much and a big hug from Spain.

[@synthuniverse]

Hello - to answer your questions: in my experience the Deluxe keybed is perfectly usable. It's lighter than some high-end quality Fatar key actions but then you would expect that. Also they must have had to make compromises in implementing poly aftertouch. I've played the keyboard a lot and it's still fine. Yes you can configure the velocity and aftertouch in quite fine detail using system settings and in the mod matrix, making it very expressive. It will work as a vst controller and the Hydra does transmit NRPN MIDI which is finer resolution than standard. The main limitation will probably be what your vst instruments will receive! The main reason for buying the Deluxe though is as a standalone synth - that's where it shines the most, but I know people who use it as a controller too. Hope that helps

[@electedmusic7685]

but the keys feel cheap plastic?I have a ni s61 mkii, native instruments, do you think that the hydrasynth has worse keys and will I notice the difference?

[@QuantumComposer]

How does the keyboard action compare to something like a Yamaha Motif? Is it wobbly or does it feel solid and sturdy?

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your question. I don't have a Motif so can't comment on that. But with poly aftertouch the Hydra keyboard is going to have a different feel - some folks forget that. The keys have to fulfil the task of polyphonic pressure sensitivity as well as everything else. I think they got the balance right - the keys are responsive for fast playing, yet also very responsive for AT. They feel light and not as 'weighted' as some premium key beds, but I have played mine intensively and never had any problems.

[@QuantumComposer]

@@synthuniverse Sounds great, thanks!

[@mremboy]

When using both engines, is it necessary to use both "outs"? It appears you have, and I was curious. Great sounds, by the way!

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your feedback and question! You don't need to use both outs - it defaults to both engines being output from the main 2 outputs. But it's nice to be able to separate them to process the layers differently if needed.

[@mremboy]

Thanks. Which expression pedal do you utilize?

[@synthuniverse]

I use a Moog EP3 works very well with the Hydras@@mremboy

[@ronaldwild]

Would be great to get these wonderful multi sounds for our Hydrasynths Deluxe out there ... any chance making them available?

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your feedback and question! Yes I've had some requests for these and I'm still working on Multi sounds (so many sonic possibilities it's overwhelming!). Once the single sounds are out I'll look to create a Multi bank in the New Year. Cheers

[@ronaldwild]

@@synthuniverse top! Looking forward. Great playing by the way ;)

[@MrDjaremko1982]

Dont care if its analog or digital sounds great

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your feedback! You're right, at the end of the day if it sounds good that's all that matters

[@captaincanuck7110]

So I am thinking the voice-string split is besed off Tomita, which was based off ....?

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for the question! Tomita was a classical musician first so he probably tried to emulate the female vocal sounds he heard in opera on his Moog synthesizers

[@raelic3]

Are these sounds included in your soundbanks that are for sale (deluxe owner here as well)?

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your question. No, the currently available sounds are all single layer patches. But I'm working hard on Multi sound banks for the Deluxe that will include the sounds in this video. If you're a subscriber you'll be notified when they are released.

[@QuantizStudioRecords]

I also want this bank for my Deluxe. Great! When it s available,?

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your interest! These sounds are not in a sound bank yet, they were just some of the first Multis I made and wanted to share. Very soon I'll be releasing two Hydra single sound banks - if you're a subscriber you'll be notified. A Multi bank will be some time next year - can't say when. Cheers

[@WayneJoness]

I love the keyboard, I am a Deluxe owner, please let us know how we can purchase these patches!

[@synthuniverse]

I'm working on single patches that will be available soon. The Multi patches will come later! If you subscribe then you'll be notified when they are released. Thanks

[@WayneJoness]

@@synthuniverse I have subscribed!

[@synthuniverse]

@@WayneJoness Great - good call! You'll be among the first to know when they are released!

[@kr61ab67]

Sounds very good, but focused on ambient and film music maybe ?

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your feedback and question! Yes this video probably does focus more on those sounds, but if you listen to my demos of the sounds in my Deluxe Sound banks (linked in the description) there are a whole variety of different patches there to be used in many music styles, I hope showing the flexibility of Hydrasynth.

[@MrPapacc]

Grazie per il bellissimo video. Mi piacerebbe acquistarla ma vorrei fare due domande… 1) una volta collegata la presa usb al mio Mac, la Daw (Logic) riconoscerà anche le uscite audio del synth o solo il midi? Voglio dire, l’audio del synth lo devi per forza prelevare dalle uscite fisiche analogiche e farlo entrare in ingresso alla mia scheda audio oppure la Hydrasynth stessa fa anche da interfaccia audio? 2) (domanda forse un po’ banale) posso usare la Hydrasynth come master keyboard per Logic/VST instrument di terze parti (anche in stand alone)? Grazie.

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your feedback and questions! I'm afraid my Italian is poor and the translate tools don't help me understand your questions. If you can translate then I will reply.

[@MrPapacc]

@@synthuniverse I try like this… Thanks for the great video. I would like to buy it but I would like to ask two questions. 1) Can Hydrasynth work as a usb audio interface with my Mac Mini? Will the Logic Pro X software also recognize the audio outputs of the synth or just the MIDI protocol? Will I have to take the Hydrasynth audio signal exclusively from the analog jack outs? 2) Can Hydrasynth be used as a usb midi keyboard to control VST instruments installed on my Mac Mini? Thank you.

[@synthuniverse]

@@MrPapacc Okay I will answer 1) No you will need a separate audio interface to route the audio outputs of Hydrasynth into Logic. There are many good quality affordable audio interfaces on the market that will do the job fine (just remember if you buy a Deluxe you will need one with at least 4 inputs because the synth has 4 audio outputs if you want to use both layers at once like I do in the video). The Hydra USB output is just MIDI and data. 2) Yes, you can use settings in your Mac so the Hydra can control any VST instruments. The Hydra itself also has comprehensive MIDI settings and is a very expressive controller. Hope that helps - good luck with it!

[@MrPapacc]

@@synthuniverse Perfect, thanks for the reply! I actually already own a Universal Audio Apollo Twin. I'll probably need to expand the inputs with an external rack adat preamp…

[@JovianPath]

I'd love to see what you could do with the new GX-80 from Cherry Audio. A keyboard like the Hydrasynth this seems ideal for controlling it.

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks! Yes it's being mentioned a lot as an ideal partner to GX-80. I confess that so far I've resisted as I'm more drawn to hardware synths. The GX-80 sounds I've heard are swamped in reverb and FX, which I guess appeals to the 'film soundtrack' vibe but can obscure the raw sound of the software. Although credit to Cherry Audio for really excelling on the GUI and the feature list!

[@JovianPath]

@@synthuniverse Yeah, completely agree on the overuse of reverb in the effects of the GX-80 presets. However, Cherry Audio does a great job on the underlying synth engine as well (just turn off or turn down the reverb). It's worth it at their price point, IMO. Anyway, I just bought the Hydrasynth Deluxe and will certainly buy your sound pack when it releases. Really great stuff.

[@Everdaze]

Hey there! Are these patches available in one of your Hydrasynth Deluxe Dual patches collections?

[@synthuniverse]

Hello thanks for your question! Yes all the patches in these videos are in my Deluxe sound banks. There are demos of all sounds in these banks elsewhere on my channel. Hope you enjoy them!

[@alexbelciu5001]

In the first patch "Deep sweep", how exactly did you "emphasise" notes with poly aftertouch? I mean how did the pitch bending "know" which notes to bend? And the pedal you were using - you kept it pressed at the middle point (so that initially it sent a value of 64) and then you either pressed forward or backward? I know it's tedious for you to explain, but I would appreciate it! Greetings!

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your question! I'll try and explain: by pressing harder on certain notes, the poly aftertouch makes it possible to bring in the sound of an oscillator that is otherwise not sounding (basically controlling volume of that oscillator). The expression pedal (a Moog EP3) was used to bend the pitch of that oscillator by a perfect 5th. So when I wanted to bend notes down, I pressed the pedal to the toe position, while pressing the notes I wanted to bend harder so the bend could be heard. Then the opposite pedal direction to the heel to bend up. I could also 'reset' the pitch using the pedal by moving it while I wasn't pressing any notes hard, so the bend wasn't heard. I hope that makes sense!

[@alexbelciu5001]

@@synthuniverse Thank you!

[@thesupersoundoftrieste]

Is this the best poly synth? Which others could be a good choice with good functions in the same range of price? Is it really different from the hydrasynth first keyboard version?

[@synthuniverse]

That's a big question and I can't answer it for you! Any good dealer will help you compare the Hydra with the competition. Re: your last question, the Deluxe has two synth engines for double the power and the bigger keyboard. Those are the main differences

[@synthtitan9523]

I did own a Hydrasynth deluxe for a little while. Returned as I did not like the sound. Just personal taste nothing technical wrong with the instrument. I also was not fond with the dialer controls. Very difficult to set a value precise as the dialers do not detect when you turn faster or slower. I own a Novation Summit now which I think has an amazing sound and user interface. The Summit perhaps does have less bells and whistles than the Hydrasynth, but I think its amazing sound makes up for that.

[@thesupersoundoftrieste]

@@synthtitan9523 interesting, I will watch some video, thank u very much

[@helisoma]

@@synthtitan9523interesting as i was originally planning h to get the summit but saw Dr Mix with his HS then heard the HS deluxe and changed my mind to get it instead...what are the biggest differences that made you go to the Summit instead?

[@synthtitan9523]

@@helisoma Very personal: I like the sound of the Summit more than that of the HS. The HS sounds good, but a little too clean for my ears. You can make it more warmer if you want, but I cannot get to sound inspirational. Also I find the interface of the Summit just more usable.

[@BenDaleTV]

Will we be able to purchase the first patch Deep Sweep, and will it be available for the standard Hydrasynth?

[@synthuniverse]

I'm sorry no - that sound uses two layers so won't be available as a Hydra single patch, although I will include it in my Deluxe Multi bank when it comes out, in case you ever upgrade to a Deluxe

[@BenDaleTV]

@@synthuniverse Well then I will have to get the Deluxe model next time Santa visits lol!

[@synthuniverse]

@@BenDaleTV Yes that's what I did. I had the original Hydra which is brilliant, but the extra keys and ability to dual layer sold the Deluxe for me. It's very well built too. Cheers

[@VickersDoorter]

Is this collection of sounds available yet?

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for your question! To answer: no not yet - they will be part of a bank of 64 Multi patches. Subscribers to this channel will be notified when they are available.

[@JAZZWINDOW]

Good ! You have a social network page ?

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks! No social media for this channel yet - but I'll add it to channel page when I do

[@jpb37]

Like Vangelis blade runner's ost😊

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ageshero]

Absolutely do not understand this synth, but it’s one of the highest build qualities I’ve ever touched. Also I like that cable hider you have lol. I don’t even know what it is

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing! It's absolutely worth persevering through the 'head scratching' phase of trying to understand the Hydrasynth. Once you get through that phase, a whole world of possibility opens up...The cable hider is just oak-effect plastic trunking that you would normally stick to a wall

[@Sicolirics]

they did everything perfect except the letters on the right, mistake 😡

[@synthuniverse]

I can live with that!

[@user-nk2cc5gr7g]

У МЕНЯ НЕТ СЛОВ,НЕ НУЖНО НИКАКИХ ЖЕНЩИН.ТОЛЬКО ЭТОТ ИНСТРУМЕНТ,СИДЕЛ БЫ С НИМ СУТКАМИ.

[@synthuniverse]

Many thanks for your feedback!

[@SuperTheToaster]

when those clouds showed up, i thought i was starting to hallucinate.

[@synthuniverse]

Thanks for sharing! No, just me experimenting with video...

[@SuperTheToaster]

@@synthuniverse I'm hoping to get one of those synths, ive been using my casio cz-1 for the last 6 years