A Modern Drum Machine Built for Professional Sound and Performance
Polyend Drums is a hybrid analog and digital drum machine that brings together four true analog voices, digital synthesis, sample playback, and an advanced 8-track sequencer in a single, performance-ready instrument. Designed for immediate hands-on control, Drums delivers powerful sound design, evolving patterns, and real-time performance tools without slowing down your workflow.
At the heart of Drums are four analog voices built on modern SSI chips, each featuring dual VCOs, a dedicated noise source, and a digital oscillator for layering or FM. A multimode analog filter and VCA shape each voice, giving you everything from tight, punchy percussion to tonal synth textures. Alongside the analog engine, digital and sample-based instruments expand the palette with over 40 instruments and multiple sub-mode variations.
Analog voices
Four analog voices built on modern SSI chips create a dense, classic tone with modern flexibility. Each stacks dual analog VCOs, a dedicated noise source, and additional digital oscillator for hybrid layering or precise FM modulation. Each shaped through a multimode analog filter and VCA, giving you everything from tight percussion to evolving synth textures.
Instruments
Multiple analog and digital synthesis methods, sample-based instruments, and eight independent LFOs give you the core tools for creating and modulating drum sounds. With over forty instruments, each containing its own sub-mode mutations, you get hundreds of options to choose from.
Live performance
Drums is designed for real-time control. Use the X0Y fader to morph kits, trigger fills instantly, and switch between patterns or sound kits without stopping playback. Key parameters stay close, so changes can be made while the pattern is running.
Effects
Drums includes three dedicated effects groups. Send effects for shared processing. Insert effects for individual tracks. A master chain for the final mix. Inserts can be sequenced per track, so effects become part of the rhythm rather than something added at the end.
Power
The device runs on a dual-core main CPU, with auxiliary processors handling peripherals and analog control. Internal audio processing is done in 32-bit floating point at 96kHz, with 24-bit/96 kHz DAC and ADC conversion for audio input and output.
Advanced Sequencing with Real-Time Control
Polyend Drums features an 8-track sequencer designed for both precision programming and live performance. With up to 64 steps per track, deep per-track control, and powerful generative tools, it goes far beyond traditional step sequencing.
This combination of control and flexibility allows you to build everything from tight loops to full live sets without leaving the instrument.
- Probability, micro-timing, and trig conditions for evolving patterns
- Parameter locks with knob-per-function control for fast automation
- Per-track length and time scaling for polyrhythms
- Euclidean, random, and beat-based fill generators
- Pattern chaining and song arrangement modes
Hands-on Performance and Playability
Drums is designed to be played. The interface keeps essential controls within reach, allowing you to transform patterns in real time.
These performance tools make it easy to move from studio production to live sets while staying in the groove.
- X0Y crossfader for morphing between instrument states
- Instant pattern and kit switching without stopping playback
- Fill triggers for transitions and performance effects
- Per-track mutes and real-time recording
Deep Effects Architecture
Drums integrates a flexible, production-ready effects system that goes beyond basic processing.
Effects can be treated as part of the composition, not just final polish, allowing you to shape sound as you create it.
- Dual send effects per track with parameter locking and cascading send
- Sequencable insert effects for rhythmic processing
- Master effects, including 8-band EQ and multi-mode compressor
- Extensive library of reverb, delay, waveshaping, and modulation effects
Built from a single-piece aluminum with custom metal knobs and high-end components. Drums is designed for durability and long-term use
- 8 individual outputs for separate mixing and processing
- Stereo input for processing external audio
- TRS MIDI in/out/thru for integration with external gear
- Dedicated headphone output for monitoring
- 32-bit/96 kHz internal processing with 24-bit converters
Analog and digital drum machine with 8 tracks
- 4 analog voices with dual VCOs, noise, digital oscillator, filter, and VCA
- 40+ instruments with multiple sub-mode variations
- 8-track sequencer with deep per-track controls
- Probability, micro-timing, parameter locks, and generative tools
- X0Y morphing, fills, and real-time performance controls
- Send effects, sequencable inserts, and master effects chain
- 8 individual outputs, stereo input, TRS MIDI, headphone out
