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
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@LSSTmusic
7 ай бұрын
according to equipboard, jean michel jarre does indeed have one of these in his studio. it's the 49 key version but still lol
@TechM3X
Жыл бұрын
Some of these patches definitely give off New England Synclavier II & Oberheim Matrix 12 vibes. Wide & so very deep.
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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...
@camilobay06
Ай бұрын
14:45 Poly string’s first note made me think about the PS1 intro. 😄 Thanks for the video!
@synthuniverse
Ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@buckycore
10 ай бұрын
Jesus, this thing is majestic. This is litterally the only hardware synth that makes me want one
@synthuniverse
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@rossjackson3349
Жыл бұрын
The choir patch is incredible. Absolutely love it. ❤
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks for the feedback - appreciated!
@notsospy
Жыл бұрын
It really is! I would love to get my hands on that patch!!
@BenDaleTV
Жыл бұрын
Me too. Its surreal.
@St3ph4n3
11 ай бұрын
True.
@TheyBenefit
5 ай бұрын
I think that's my favorite one too. Very nostalgic
@positronalpha
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
11 ай бұрын
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) 😆
@TheDavidPoole
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@synthuniverse hey, that's weird. This only just appeared in my notifications. I'll have ro look back to see what else KZitem is trying to deny me! Lol Looking forward to seeing part 2!
@harveyspecter1653
8 ай бұрын
Agreed. This is a damn good sounding synth and the demo illustrates just that.
@antonyfaulkner8649
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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...
@mikefoo6842
Жыл бұрын
Deep Sweep and Voice String split is so JARRE !!!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback! Yeah the voice string split I definitely had his early Oxygene stuff in mind - also Tomita
@liviou2004
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely great !! Love the Voice-Strings patch. You've demonstrated that Hydrasynth can do pretty subtle and warm sounds.
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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.
@ingostromitzky497
Жыл бұрын
Very nice playing,the Deluxe is a sound Monster.
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback!
@dimitargadzhev3800
Жыл бұрын
Amazing instrument, thank you for your performing!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
It's a pleasure, many thanks!
@michaelhornby2961
11 ай бұрын
Deep sweep Jean michel jarre. Choir just so beautiful. This keyboard really ignites the creativeness lacking in so many keyboards out there.
@synthuniverse
11 ай бұрын
Thanks for your feedback!
@tenaciouscj
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks for your feedback! Yes I'm working on the single banks for release by Xmas. Cheers
@TechM3X
Жыл бұрын
The layer patches are beyond tasty and incredible. Would love to be able to pay for them. Again, incredible work! 💖
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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
@Sicolirics
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your feedback! Plenty of potential in this synth to re-create classic sounds
@Flyingrabbit2222
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Yes you're right that's a good feature
@Kshege
4 ай бұрын
This is pure art and inspiration for all us synth enthusiasts. You are a true master of your craft.
@synthuniverse
4 ай бұрын
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.
@dongaiser
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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!
@loftfive-p9k
7 ай бұрын
wow thats one of the best synth patches ive ever heard
@synthuniverse
7 ай бұрын
Many thanks for the feedback!
@Zwopper
Жыл бұрын
Mind officially BLOWN! 🤯 I need this synth and I need your great sounds! ❤️
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@synthuniverse Add me to that list please. I need the choir patch and the deep sweep for the standard Hydrasynth 49 key.
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
@@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! kzitem.info/news/bejne/xn1pxa6spKWAdY4
@Jabedabedo28
Ай бұрын
What a superb start of a demonstration...Wonderful sounds. You conjure an amazing sound out of that instrument.. Especially the DEEP SWEEP ... WOAW... Love it. Soon I bought mine, I'll contact you to purchase the sounds. Big thanks for that wonderful work y've done.
@synthuniverse
Ай бұрын
Hey thanks so much for your feedback and interest in my sounds! Congrats if you're getting a Deluxe - it's a truly great synth
@abwdoc
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
@piteft
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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...
@dongaiser
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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 :-)
@tinybytes1377
11 ай бұрын
The Voice String Split @4:32 ish sold me - Memories of Isao Tomita !
@synthuniverse
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! Yes, the genius that was Tomita. His spirit is always with me
@glentreb
13 күн бұрын
Awesome demo!! Very inspiring
@synthuniverse
13 күн бұрын
Hey thanks for the feedback - appreciated!
@retrotrollet
Жыл бұрын
I love it ❤ so beautyful patches and you play it lovely.
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback glad you enjoyed it!
@Nathanaelsun22
Жыл бұрын
Simply incredible... musicality, composition, creativity and synthesis.. thank you!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind feedback! Appreciated, cheers
@sims774
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
@boolage
Жыл бұрын
If you are contemplating selling patch libraries - you will have a ton of interest after all of these great demos. Sounds are amazing !
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
I think you should do a Multi Bank as well, your sounds are so inspiring
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
@@ingostromitzky497 Many thanks for the kind feedback. I'll put it on the list of things to do.
@ingostromitzky497
Жыл бұрын
@@synthuniverse your‘e the best🎉
@Bouwput
Жыл бұрын
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.)
@Jimbo386000
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for responding! Yeah I'm not sure exactly when my instruments will sell, but when they do, I'll be buying this!
@DreamscapesMusicCinema
Жыл бұрын
Awesome sound creations Jim! Thanks so much for your wonderful Demo. This is next on list ..... Mark Bensette Aux Bois 🇨🇦.
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@synthuniverse It got here today!.....
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
@@DreamscapesMusicCinema That's great news - just in time for Xmas! Enjoy...
@vitaliypredoliak2124
Жыл бұрын
Suddenly was surprised by reaction of my jaw - drooped down in out of my control )))
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your feedback! The Deluxe sound banks are coming very soon - with video demos
@AKDanMusicMan
2 ай бұрын
Your cable management is on point.
@synthuniverse
2 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@scavenom2008
2 ай бұрын
Excellent way to show this beast of a machine. Great playing
@synthuniverse
2 ай бұрын
Many thanks for your feedback - appreciated!
@Laserguy2009
Жыл бұрын
I thought I wanted a Moog One- Never Mind...
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
😅 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
Жыл бұрын
@@MusicWizard85 And you could buy 4 of them for the price of a Moog One!!!
@CoderCoronet
Жыл бұрын
Moon One all the way 😉
@xntricity6446
Жыл бұрын
I was thinking id never afford a moog one but this hydrasynth is something else wow!
@TheBazingaBoat
Жыл бұрын
Lovely video. So well done. The composition gripped me and certainly aided in selling me on the contraption!!!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much for your feedback! Thanks for subscribing too - more Deluxe videos on the channel...
@sandroamatucci2447
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic Synth, fantastic Sounds, fantastic Play. I love the Theremin part.
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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
@VacancyOfDisco
5 ай бұрын
so many great JMJ style sounds! great programming!
@synthuniverse
5 ай бұрын
Hey many thanks for the feedback!
@MusicWizard85
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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.
@RayyMusik
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant and very inspiring; particularly liked the multi-LFO patch at 9:something. Unfortunately I only have a HS 49. :(
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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.
@amb13nt59
10 ай бұрын
Absolutely stunning demo!
@synthuniverse
10 ай бұрын
Thanks very much for your positive feedback!
@vanessajazp6341
Жыл бұрын
Sooooo beautiful!! Definitely buying one of these!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks for your feedback!
@Geepstar
Жыл бұрын
Mine is coming next week. In the meanwhile I enjoy your vids and gain inspriration. Thank you for sharing.
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much for your feedback! Enjoy your Deluxe...
@Geepstar
Жыл бұрын
@@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
Жыл бұрын
@@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.
@mangaadraw3132
9 ай бұрын
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
9 ай бұрын
Many thanks for your feedback! That string machine demo song is just one of my little compositions - doesn't even have a name
@holidaygames
Жыл бұрын
Such an incredible synth!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@philwilkes222
Жыл бұрын
Great sounds and great playing!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks for the feedback!
@offworldsynths2019
Жыл бұрын
Incredible sounding synth!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@brunodadivore9606
6 ай бұрын
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
6 ай бұрын
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.
@ronaldwild
Жыл бұрын
Would be great to get these wonderful multi sounds for our Hydrasynths Deluxe out there ... any chance making them available?
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@synthuniverse top! Looking forward. Great playing by the way ;)
@jeffroweb
Жыл бұрын
Great dual layer patches and playing! Are you working on any 2.0 update patches using the new Glissando and voice mod features?
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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.
@logan979
10 ай бұрын
(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
10 ай бұрын
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
10 ай бұрын
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
10 ай бұрын
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
@AbsurdTV1
2 ай бұрын
Great sounds my friend!!! 🎉
@synthuniverse
2 ай бұрын
Hey many thanks for the feedback!
@andy-ford
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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: kzitem.info/news/bejne/0YKu4JihanqpZ6Qsi=OlD9V5rJujOm_87g&t=746 Purchase link is in description of that video. Hope that helps
@mremboy
10 ай бұрын
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
10 ай бұрын
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
9 ай бұрын
Thanks. Which expression pedal do you utilize?
@synthuniverse
9 ай бұрын
I use a Moog EP3 works very well with the Hydras@@mremboy
@QuantizStudioRecords
Жыл бұрын
I also want this bank for my Deluxe. Great! When it s available,?
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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
@Everdaze
Жыл бұрын
Hey there! Are these patches available in one of your Hydrasynth Deluxe Dual patches collections?
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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!
@raelic3
Жыл бұрын
Are these sounds included in your soundbanks that are for sale (deluxe owner here as well)?
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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.
@earlbrackett6508
7 ай бұрын
gorgeousness & gorgeousity...superb !
@synthuniverse
7 ай бұрын
Many thanks for the feedback - appreciated!
@electedmusic7685
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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?
@indigocotton4187
Жыл бұрын
Voice-string split - Oxygène Pt 1 - very expressive 👍
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks for the feedback! Yes I definitely had that piece in mind when I was performing that!
@agusgener74
Жыл бұрын
Incredible synth.. 😍😍 minute 12:00 reminds me some Enigma sounds. Very good demonstration 👍🏼
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback please you enjoyed it!
@sedumjp
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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.
@derekcook3166
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
@BenDaleTV
Жыл бұрын
Will we be able to purchase the first patch Deep Sweep, and will it be available for the standard Hydrasynth?
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@synthuniverse Well then I will have to get the Deluxe model next time Santa visits lol!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
@@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
@QuantumComposer
Жыл бұрын
How does the keyboard action compare to something like a Yamaha Motif? Is it wobbly or does it feel solid and sturdy?
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@synthuniverse Sounds great, thanks!
@captaincanuck7110
Жыл бұрын
So I am thinking the voice-string split is besed off Tomita, which was based off ....?
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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
@alexbelciu5001
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@synthuniverse Thank you!
@powermix24
Жыл бұрын
I've had my 49 key Hydrasynth since August 2020! It's simply a stunning synth! Amazing patches and performance.
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks for your feedback! Agreed and pleased you're enjoying the Hydra
@kovelli6711
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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!
@712Jefferson
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
His videos sold me as well. I bought one and his patches too. Amazing synth.
@synthtitan9523
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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.
@kr61ab67
Жыл бұрын
Sounds very good, but focused on ambient and film music maybe ?
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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.
@hansemannet
Жыл бұрын
Take my money! I love it!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@MichaelDowComposer
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks for your feedback! Yes you're right I don't do acid...
Many thanks for the feedback! No need to be jealous - just make beautiful music your way! We each have something unique to offer...
@MrPapacc
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@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
Жыл бұрын
@@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
Жыл бұрын
@@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…
@harveyspecter1653
8 ай бұрын
Say again digital cannot sound warm? This beast is shockingly good! Bloody hell. I need one.
@synthuniverse
8 ай бұрын
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
@WayneJoness
Жыл бұрын
I love the keyboard, I am a Deluxe owner, please let us know how we can purchase these patches!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@synthuniverse I have subscribed!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
@@WayneJoness Great - good call! You'll be among the first to know when they are released!
@VickersDoorter
Жыл бұрын
Is this collection of sounds available yet?
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
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.
@tadream16w
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@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
Жыл бұрын
@@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
Жыл бұрын
@@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
Жыл бұрын
@@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.
@Vladi_mir_M
Жыл бұрын
Just wow!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback!
@michaos1
7 ай бұрын
String machines at 13:41 take you through space and time to a holy Chirch of magic synthesis.
@synthuniverse
7 ай бұрын
Hey many thanks for the feedback, pleased you like it!
@chrisb1460
Жыл бұрын
@6:46 oh yeah!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@thesupersoundoftrieste
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@synthtitan9523 interesting, I will watch some video, thank u very much
@helisoma
Жыл бұрын
@@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
Жыл бұрын
@@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.
@HonorV2ultimate1tb
3 ай бұрын
When selecting a different sound...does the first sound stop abruptly or is there smooth transition to the next sound?
@synthuniverse
2 ай бұрын
No it does cut the sound off when you change preset
@HonorV2ultimate1tb
2 ай бұрын
@@synthuniverse thank you...yes i found that out after purchasing...but there is a. work around by splitting the. keyboard i guess
@ronaldwild
Жыл бұрын
great!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@AKDanMusicMan
2 ай бұрын
4:30 has a Kitaro vibe for me with some JMJ Equinox
@synthuniverse
2 ай бұрын
Hey thanks for the feedback!
@JAZZWINDOW
Жыл бұрын
Good ! You have a social network page ?
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! No social media for this channel yet - but I'll add it to channel page when I do
@OmniTorch
Жыл бұрын
Amazing!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@JovianPath
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@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.
@MrDjaremko1982
Жыл бұрын
Dont care if its analog or digital sounds great
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your feedback! You're right, at the end of the day if it sounds good that's all that matters
@charthers8903
12 күн бұрын
Anyone had to make a decision between the Hydrasynth and Jupiter x?
@playonkorg
Жыл бұрын
3:53---> i hear an Abba's 'The Day before you came' patch
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@MichaelDowComposer
Жыл бұрын
Wow. I need one. Well....I don't NEEEED one I guess....I want one. Badly!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing! It's a super flexible and powerful synth
@TheCasalinthesky
11 ай бұрын
Oh my!!!! Wow
@synthuniverse
11 ай бұрын
Many thanks for sharing!
@vertigev
Жыл бұрын
WOW!
@synthuniverse
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@actuallyatomic
Ай бұрын
13:29 Beat It!!
@synthuniverse
Ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! Yes I agree it has those vibes - the Beat it sound was a Synclavier I think
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