BULLFROG DRUMS
7-Voice Drum Machine
The Bullfrog Drums is a versatile instrument – a drum machine, sampler, CV/gate sequencer – all optimized for a learning path in drum programming, sampling techniques, working with samples and integrating into various performance setups. Because it has sample-based voices, this instrument is not limited to percussion sounds – samples can made of be any sound from an abstract noise, a chord stab to drones and beyond. The Bullfrog Drums has a hands-on interface built into a signature Erica Synths aluminium enclosure and will feel intuitive to use in any setup, whether in the studio or on stage.
Features:
- 7 sample-based drum voices let you build a complete kit with simultaneous kick, snare, hats, and much more
- Load your own recordings, samples, and sounds with up to 16 banks for user samples
- 64MB of total sample memory across 16 folders for creating a full library of custom sounds
- 7 banks of 32 factory samples curated by Erica Synths and pioneering electronic musician Richie Hawtin
- Live sampling via built-in microphone and line input for field recording and sample capturing
- 7 per-voice sound parameters to shape each voice: Pitch, Decay, Loop Point, Cutoff, Resonance, Drive, and Pan
- Mix your kit thanks to individual level controls for each voice
- Per-step accent, ratchet, probability/odds, and microtiming add dynamics, variation, and human feel
- Per-track parameter locks and automation for evolving patterns
- Sequencer with up to 64 steps plus Tap and Step programming modes for composing sophisticated phrases
- Independent track length, time division, and play direction per voice can create mind-bending polymetric rhythms
- CV/Gate sequencer with 1V/Oct and +5V gates lets you sequence synths and other gear for rhythm-tight performance
- 4 banks of 16 patterns and 16 kits each; map out an entire performance, link kits to patterns, or
- keep them independent for in-the-moment control
- Integrates via MIDI In/Out (DIN5 and USB) or Clock In/Out for modular systems and vintage gear
- Stereo balanced output goes straight to a mixer at line-level for easy performance setup
- Built-in speaker for performance and 3.5mm headphone output for silent monitoring
- Memory backup via USB-C
Specifications:
- Type: Drum Machine
- Pads: 16 x Sequencer Keypads
- Other Controllers: 14 x Rotary Controls (7 Sound Parameter, 7 Level)
- Polyphony: 7-voice
- Sounds: 7 x Drum Voices (sample-based), 7 x Banks of Factory Samples
- Kits: 64 x Kits (4 banks, 16 kits each)
- Patterns: 64 x Patterns (4 banks, 16 patterns each)
- Sequencer: Up to 64-step (X0X-style)
- Sampling: 64MB Total Memory
- Analog Inputs: 1 x 1/4"
- Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (left, right)
- Headphones: 1 x 1/8" TRS (rear)
- MIDI I/O: 2 x 5-pin DIN (in, out), USB
- Other I/O: 1 x 1/8" CV, 1 x 1/8" Gate, 1 x 1/8" Reset, 2 x 1/8" Clock (in, out)
- USB: 1 x USB-C (rear, MIDI)
- Features: Built-in Microphone & Speaker
- Power Source: 12V DC Power Supply (included)
- Height: 2.4"
- Width: 15.9"
- Depth: 7.3"
- Weight: 2.7 kg
