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
- 7 banks of factory samples by Richie Hawtin and Erica Synths team
- Up to 16 banks for user samples
- 64 Mb total sample memory
- Line input for sampling
- Built-in microphone for live sampling
- Built-in speaker
- 7 parameters for sample sound design
- Individual level controls for each voice
- Parameter locks and automations per track
- CV/Gate sequencer for synthesizer control (1V/Oct gate)
- Memory of 4 banks with 16 patterns each
- Memory of 4 banks with 16 kits each
- Memory backup via USB-C
- Versatile, hands-on X0X-style sequencer
- Sequencer with ratchets, probabilities and microtiming
- Up to 64 step sequences
- MIDI IN and MIDI OUT via DIN and USB-C
- Stereo output
- 3.5mm headphones output
- Unit Dimensions (including knobs): 40.5 x 18.5 x 6 cm
- Weight: 2.7 kg
