Synthstrom Audible - Deluge
- Order number: 240615
Deluge by Synthstrom Audible — The All-in-One Grid-Based Studio in a Box!
The Deluge from Synthstrom Audible is somewhat of a rare entry in the modern electronic music production landscape. As a standalone device, it challenges the notion that serious music arranging requires a computer. Where many hardware sequencers appear limited in scope, the Deluge offers many arranging functions you don’t usually come across in a portable music device. Originally released in 2016, the Deluge has seen numerous updates that has expanded the scope of what it is capable of — groovebox, sampler, poly-synth, CV & Midi sequencer, song arranger or multi-effects unit — it does it all. In other words, one of the main draws with the Deluge lies in its ability to work completely independently from a computer.
Built in New Zealand, the Deluge's straightforward metal chassis houses a deceptively powerful architecture. Other than the small OLED screen, the main way of interacting with the Deluge is through its 8x16 RGB pad matrix. It serves as a dynamic interface, transforming between different functions – from step sequencer to keyboard to sample chopper – all depending on the context. This adaptability of its grid matrix means you can spend less time navigating menus and more time in the state of musical flow.
Unlike traditional grooveboxes that work primarily with patterns, the Deluge allows for complete song arrangements through its own take on the traditional DAW-timeline. This means users can compose entire pieces from start to finish without external equipment.
The sampling capabilities also deserve its own attention. The Deluge can record audio directly and manipulate it in ways typically reserved for computer software. It is able to handle both time-stretching and pitch-shifting with relative ease, and its ability to quickly chop and assign samples across the pad matrix makes it appealing for beat-programming.
Another nice feature is its synthesis engine. While many hardware grooveboxes often offer rather basic forms of synthesis, the Deluge provides FM synthesis, ring modulation, and wavetable capabilities. The modulation options are extensive, allowing for complex sound design that would normally require a more intricate setup or multiple pieces of equipment.
It's challenging to fully cover all the features of this device within the scope of this text, but its capabilities are extensive. For those looking to escape the computer screen or dreaming of a "DAWless" setup, the Deluge warrants serious consideration!
Features:
- Synth, sampler, groovebox, multi-fx unit, sequencer and more all in one unit.
- Grid-based workflow
- Built-in synthesizer engine with subtractive, wavetable and FM synthesis
- Sampling capability with real-time manipulation
- Battery-powered portability
- Onboard effects like reverb, delay, and sidechain compression
- Continuous firmware updates adding new features
- SD card storage for your projects and samples
- MIDI and CV/gate outputs for controlling external gear
- OLED Screen
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