User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Important Safety Instructions
- Welcome to Hydrasynth!
- Quick Start Guide
- Overview
- Hydrasynth Desktop
- Understanding the Modules
- The Oscillator Group
- The Mixer Module
- The Filters and their Controls
- The Amp Module
- The Envelopes
- The LFOs
- The Effects
- The Voice Module
- Ribbon Controller (keyboard only)
- The Arpeggiator Section
- Mastering the Macros
- The Mod Matrix
- The CV / Gate Section
- Patch Management
- The System Setup Pages
- Control Combinations
- Scales
- Hydrasynth Specifications
- Declaration of Conformity
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Important Safety Instructions
Save Your Ears!
The product and its software, when used in combination with an amplier, headphones or
speakers, may be able to produce sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. DO
NOT operate for long periods of time at a high level or at a level that is uncomfortable.
If you encounter any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, please consult an audiologist.
Precautions Include, but Are Not Limited to, the Following:
1. Read and understand all the instructions.
2. Always follow the instructions on the
instrument.
3. Before cleaning the device, always
remove the USB and DC cable. When
cleaning, use a soft and dry cloth. Do
not use gasoline, alcohol, acetone,
turpentine or any other organic
solutions; do not use a liquid cleaner,
spray or cloth that’s too wet.
4. Do not use the device near water or
moisture, such as a bathtub, sink,
swimming pool or similar place.
5. Do not place the device in an unstable
position where it might accidentally fall
over.
6. Do not place heavy objects on the
device. Do not block openings or vents
of the device; these locations are used
for air circulation to prevent the device
from overheating. Do not place the
device near a heat vent at any location
with poor air circulation.
7. Do not open or insert anything into the
device that may cause a re or electrical
shock.
8. Do not spill any kind of liquid onto the
device.
9. Always take the device to a qualied
service center. You will invalidate your
warranty if you open and remove the
cover, and improper assembly may cause
electrical shock or other malfunctions.
10. Do not use the device with thunder and
lightning present; it may cause electrical
shock.
11. Do not expose the device to hot
sunlight.
12. Do not use the device when there is a
gas leak nearby.
13. Ashun Sound Machines is not
responsible for any damage or data loss
caused by improper operation of the
device.
Specifications Subject to Change
The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing.
However, Ashun Sound Machines reserves the right to change or modify any of the specica-
tions without notice or obligation to update the hardware that has been purchased.
Before Requesting Service...
Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service. Service
charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to how a function or feature works (when
the product is operating as designed) are not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and are
therefore the owner’s responsibility.