New ASM HydraSynth 8 Voice Digital WaveMorphing Hardware Synthesizers - First Demos & Details

Update: Playlist added above. You can use the player controls to skip around.
Update2: New pics and product description added below.
Update3: Official press release with higher res pics starting with the desktop added below.

Playlist:

1. ASM Hydrasynth Keyboard Preset Sounds - Perfect Circuit - interview here
[Note Supporters of MATRIXSYNTH get %10 off at Perfect Circuit! See the support page for details. Thank you to all who support the site!]
2. ASM HydraSynth Overview Demo arp and Poly Touch Pads - Ken Flux Pierce Fluxwithit
3. HYDRASYNTH FIRST IMPRESSIONS – This is an INTENSE synthesizer - BoBeats (Patreon)
4. New Polysynth - HYDRASYNTH - From ASM - Sonic LAB First Look - sonicstate
5. Hydrasynth: Review, detailed tutorial // Keyboard vs Desktop // Polyphonic Aftertouch - leploop
6. Hydrasynth Review - BBoyTechReport.com
7. Welcome the ASM HydraSynth! Digital Wavemorphing Synthesizer - Ken Flux Pierce Fluxwithit
8. ASM HydraSynth Exploring Oscillators and Mutants - Ken Flux Pierce Fluxwithit
9. ASM Hydrasynth Sounds Demo 🎹 - Sweetwater
10. ASM Hydrasynth Synthesizer Deep Dive 🎹 - Sweetwater

ASM stands for Ashun Sound Machines, not to be mixed with the Elby Designs ASM2 & ASM STRAT 1.

Screen grab of the desktop version.

via Fluxwithit

"Over the past year or so I was fortunate enough to work on this project. Eventually it became one of the most interesting synthesizers I have seen hit the market in ages. What makes the ASM HydraSynth so special? let’s start with a run down of the bullet points first.

Hydrasynth is an 8 voice digital wavemorphing synthesizer.

8 voices3 oscillators: 219 waveforms, custom wavetables with wavelist/wavescan function, ring mod, 3 noise colors.4 custom “mutator” sections each with 7 effects FM-lin,wavestack,PWM,PWM squeeze, PWM-ASM,Sync,Harmonic sweep. oscillators can be stereo panned.

2 Simultaneous filters that can be arranged in parallel or series. Filter 1 has 11 filter models including traditional Moog style 12 and 24db ladder filters, q compensated 12 and 24db ladder filters ala MatrixBrute, 18db slope LP,BP,HP,filters based on the Threeler eurorack filter, MS20 style HP and LP filters,LPG filter and a Vowel filterOscillators can blend into filters at varying amounts, Filter 2 is a SEM style multimode filter with morph control LP-BP-HP.dedicated analog 270 degree pots for cutoff, resonance and Drive/Morph.

5 6-stage DAHDSR envelopes with BPM sync allowing you to sync the slope of each stage to the beat. Looping with definable number of repeats

5 LFO each with 10 waveforms + noise, delay, fade in/out, and phase. multiple trigger modes , step mode with pattern length.

32 point mod matrix with 28 sources and 188 destinations .

8 macros each with scribble strip and up to 8 destinations each. Macro buttons also allow for quick value changes.

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Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) Announces New Hydrasynth Deluxe and Hydrasynth Explorer Synths

Hydrasynth Deluxe Introductionvideo upload by ASM Ashun Sound Machines

Hydrasynth Explorer Introduction
Hydrasynth Explorer Introduction video upload by ASM Ashun Sound Machines

"Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) announces Hydrasynth Deluxe and Hydrasynth Explorer keyboard synth sensations

LOS ANGELES, CA, USA/HONG KONG, CHINA: creativity-sparking sensational products provider Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) is proud to announce upcoming availability of Hydrasynth Deluxe and Hydrasynth Explorer as two new additions to its Hydrasynth keyboard and desktop Polyphonic Wave Morphing Synthesizer siblings successfully launched to widespread critical acclaim in 2019 — the new-found former as a 73-note, 16-voice version of the Hydrasynth keyboard, while the latter features a 37-note mid-sized key-bed — as of September 9…

As a 73-note, 16-voice version of the Hydrasynth keyboard complete with proprietary ASM Polytouch® technology to provide responsive velocity and expressive polyphonic aftertouch over each note, Hydrasynth Deluxe additionally features dual stereo — MAIN/UPPER (L/MONO and R) and LOWER (L and R) — outputs. On top of that, there are also split and layering functions for its 16 voices powered by two separate Hydrasynth — analog modeling (OSC 1-3) and WaveScan synthesis (OSC 1+2) — voice engines, allowing for full bi-timbral control. An accessory shelf that mounts on the back of the right side of Hydrasynth Deluxe extends the top panel-available area so diverse devices such as sound modules, mixers, laptops, and drum machines can comfortably be accommodated atop. A user-assignable four-octave ribbon controller and ergonomically-designed pitch and modulation wheels — all familiar from the Hydrasynth keyboard — all add to its illustrious performance capabilities, complimented by an also-now-familiar connection compliment of SUSTAIN and EXPRESSION PEDAL inputs, MIDI (IN, OUT, and THRU on five-pin DIN, as well as class-compliant USB B), and a comprehensive CV / GATE section (for playing nicely with the ever- widening Eurorack modular world, vintage synthesizers, and more).

Moving on to the other end of the synth scale, Hydrasynth Explorer is a compact-sized Hydrasynth featuring a 37-note mid-sized key-bed with proprietary ASM Polytouch® technology to provide responsive velocity and expressive polyphonic aftertouch features that are not found in other smaller-sized keyboards. However, Hydrasynth Explorer still has the full eight-voice Hydrasynth engine and, despite diminutive — 21.81”/ 55.4cm (W) x 9.72”/24.7cm (D) x 2.28”/5.8cm (H) — dimensions in comparison to its bigger brother, also features CV / GATE OUTPUTS, a SUSTAIN PEDAL input, and standard-sized MIDI IN and OUT connectors (complimented by class-compliant USB B connectivity), as well as a stereo — L/ MONO and R — OUTPUT and another output for (head)PHONES. Perfectly portable, Hydrasynth Explorer can also be powered by 8x AA batteries — not included.

Indeed, Hydrasynth Deluxe and Hydrasynth Explorer both bring back polyphonic aftertouch — one of the most requested features in synthesizers and controllers — with their respective semi-weighted-keys-providing Polytouch® keyboards beautifully breathing life into otherwise static sounds by affording an ability to create expressive passages, unlike common channel aftertouch-enabled keyboards. It is not necessary, therefore, to learn a new keyboard technique to be able to play and perform with an ASM Polytouch® keyboard. Thanks to the two new additions to ASM’s Hydrasynth keyboard range, deciding which one best suits is now a threefold creative choice... and a clearly-defined one at that!

The bigger picture is immediately clearer as ASM CEO Glen Darcey ends on an equally high note: “Our goal at ASM is to create premium- quality, fantastic-sounding, extremely-playable instruments providing musicians with the affordable tools they need to express themselves musically. Our team has many years of experience with electronic music products, both on a personal and professional level — from playing them to designing them. Our unique partnership with Medeli allows us to realize this goal.”

Hydrasynth Deluxe and Hydrasynth Explorer are expected to ship in November 2021, available to purchase via ASM’s growing global network of authorized dealers (http://www.ashunsoundmachines.com/dealers) at an MSRP of $1,999.00 USD ($1,799.00 USD MAP)/€1,749.00 EUR/£1,699.00 GBP/¥224,900 JPY for Hydrasynth Deluxe and an MSRP of $799.00 USD ($599.00 USD MAP)/€599.00 EUR/£549.00 GBP/¥79,900 JPY for Hydrasynth Explorer."

Also see the Hydrasynth Explorer Performance by Dominic Au posted pre press release earlier today here.

ASM Hydrasynth Demos and Patches by Major OSC

Major OSC

You can find the patches at http://www.majorosc.com/

This above features quite a few videos, a few of which are pretty long. You can use the controls on the bottom of the player to skip around. You'll find tutorials, feature overviews, and demos.

Playlist
1. MajorOSC Special Presentation: Hydrasynth 1 Hour Review Special
2. Ignition 2 for Hydrasynth In Development
3. ASM Hydrasynth FM / PWM Slider Full Walk through Part 1 & 2
4. Free Ignition Patches for ASM Hydrasynth Now Available
5. Ignition Patch Bank for ASM Hydrasynth - Official Preview Part 1 of 3
6. Ignition Patch Bank for ASM Hydrasynth - Official Preview Part 2 of 3
7. Ignition for ASM Hydrasynth Official Preview Part 3 of 3
8. IGNITION Patch Bank for ASM Hydrasynth - Sneak Peak Patches 1-20
9. Hydrasynth Patches - Ignition Feb Progress Update
10. ASM Hydrasynth Presets: Ignition Patch Collection - MajorOSC
11. ASM Hydrasynth Performance Demo
12. ASM Hydrasynth Sound Design for Keys and Plucks
13. ASM Hydrasynth - 32 Mod Slots Filled ! What a Machine!!! - FULL Patch Bank Now Available

ASM Hydrasynth Walkthrough by Red Means Recording

Red Means Recording

"The Ashun Sounds Machine Hydrasynth is an 8 voice digital wave morphing synthesizer with polyphonic aftertouch. This is a series of videos going over its features and what makes it special."

Playlist:

ASM Hydrasynth Walkthrough: Part 1 (Overview, Oscillators, Filters)
ASM Hydrasynth Walkthrough: Part 2 (Mutants)
ASM Hydrasynth Walkthrough: Part 3 (Ribbon and Mixer)
ASM Hydrasynth Walkthrough: Part 4 (Envelopes and LFOs)
ASM Hydrasynth Walkthrough: Part 5 (Mod Matrix and Macros)
ASM Hydrasynth Walkthrough: Part 6 (Effects)
ASM Hydrasynth Walkthrough: Part 7 (Arpeggiator, Randomizer, Browser)

Note Part 1 & 2 were previously posted, so skip them if need be.

ASM Hydrasynth Version 1.3.0 Firmware Update

"LOS ANGELES, CA, USA/HONG KONG, CHINA: musician-empowering musical instruments creator Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) is proud to advance its innovative Hydrasynth digital wave morphing synthesizer — launched late last year to widespread critical acclaim as its inaugural hardware product, produced as a keyboard variant (featuring a proprietary PolytouchTM 49-note polyphonic aftertouch keybed and a user-assignable ribbon controller) and desktop variant (with 24 velocity- and polyphonic aftertouch- sensitive pads, plus an included 19-inch rack-mount kit) — with welcomed new features, thanks to a major firmware update, ultimately coinciding with the first day of The 2020 NAMM Show, January 16-19, Anaheim, CA, USA, where both variants of Hydrasynth will wow visitors for the first time for sure…

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ASM Hydrasynth Keyboard Preset Sounds

Published on Sep 3, 2019 Perfect Circuit

"The new Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) Hydrasynth keyboard is an eight-voice synth with rich options for sound design: with Wave Scanning oscillators, sound shaping via multiple Mutators, two flexible filters per voice, and a fully-thought-out effects section, Hydrasynth is a sound designer's dream.

It offers full polyphonic aftertouch, a large ribbon controller, and an intense arpeggiator with randomness and ratcheting built in. And of course, the modulation section is formidable: five complex envelopes, five complex LFOs, CV/Gate I/O and a 32-path modulation matrix make it possible to create everything from classic key sounds to evolving generative soundscapes.

In this video, we explore some of the Hydrasynth's presets. If you're interested to learn more about the Hydrasynth's design process, check out our interview with ASM design director Glen Darcey here: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/signal...

Hydrasynth Keyboard available here: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/asm-hy...

Hydrasynth Desktop available here: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/asm-hy..."

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Supporters of MATRIXSYNTH get %10 off at Perfect Circuit! See the support page for details. Thank you to all who support the site!

See the ASM Hydrasynth announcement post here for additional demos, details, and pics.

Hydrasynth Firmware 2.0 – Introduction & Performance by Dominic Au & Tutorials

Hydrasynth Firmware 2.0 – Performance by Dominic Au
video upload by ASM Ashun Sound Machines

"In this video, product manager Dominic Au demonstrates various new Hydrasynth 2.0 features.

#HydrasynthExplorer #AshunSoundMachines #Hydrasynth #ASM"



Playlist:
Hydrasynth Firmware 2.0 – Bit Redux
Hydrasynth Firmware 2.0 – Voice Modulator
Hydrasynth Firmware 2.0 – LFO / Envelope Quantize
Hydrasynth Firmware 2.0 – Step Advance LFO
Hydrasynth Manager 2.1 Tutorial

ASM adds features and functions to perennially popular Hydrasynth range with major (2.0) firmware update available for free

LOS ANGELES, CA, USA/HONG KONG, CHINA: creativity-sparking sensational products provider Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) is proud to add features and functions to its perennially popular Hydrasynth range — comprising the original Hydrasynth keyboard and Hydrasynth desktop, announced to widespread critical acclaim in September 2019, followed by the flagship Hydrasynth Deluxe and portable Hydrasynth Explorer models announced in September 2021 — with a major (2.0) firmware update available for free as of March 15…

As an appealing appetiser, ASM’s major (2.0) firmware update adds three more memory banks to the Hydrasynth keyboard, desktop, and Explorer models, matching the Deluxe’s existing eight banks for a total of 1,024 patches. Put it this way: all are cutting-edge digital wave morphing synthesizers that positively invite their respective users to get involved in designing sounds, so more memory makes sense. Speaking of sound design, each Hydrasynth oscillator — OSC 1, OSC 2, and OSC 3 — now includes a new BitRedux (bit reduction) parameter that allows users to choose between OFF, 16, 12, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, and 2 bits.

But — given that the 2.0 firmware update readily ranks as a major one — there is more, including more modulation options, thanks to a new modulation source called VoiceMod (voice modulator) that allows users to offset values for each voice that can then be applied in the Mod Matrix to vary chosen parameters per voice. Digging deeper, all five envelopes — ENV 1 through to ENV 5 — and LFOs (Low Frequency Oscillators) — LFO 1 through to LFO 5 — have new Quantize options, so adventurous users can quantize their outputs to achieve unique stepping effects. Excitingly, now it is possible to choose to advance through the steps with each new note on with the LFOs in Step mode, meaning users can play through the steps one by one with each new note press.

For flexibility in the studio or at home, Hydrasynth’s version 2.0 firmware update also allows users to bypass each of the (Pre-FX, Post-FX, Delay, and/or Reverb) effects globally in the system page — to record a dry signal without having to edit each patch, in other words. Thanks to the 2.0 firmware update, Hydrasynth users can choose how the sustain pedal operates. The three options available are: Sustain — traditional sustain (as it has always worked), Sostenuto — press and hold a single note while playing notes above it, and Mod Only — disables the sustain function, allowing users to then route it in the Mod Matrix.

Meanwhile, mention must briefly be made of other added features and functions, to include: Arp range expanded to six octaves; new Arp Step Offset parameter; Bank selection from browser window; ability to randomize all steps in LFO Step mode; new display Dim, On/Off options; Glissando mode added to Glide options; fine control for more subtle options offered by Vibrato; and Local On/Off status recalled (with in-screen reminder). As ASM CEO Glen Darcey duly concludes: “We hope you like the new features in 2.0. I would ask that you download the manual; there are some good tips and tricks on each of the new features and functions in there.”

Marion (Oberheim) MSR-2 Poly Analog Modular Synthesizer

via this auction

"Concernig the O.S. VERSION:
- Following Internet searches, I believe these are the latest OS versions:
MSR (mainframe) Version 1.09 / ASM (synthesizer module) Version 1.13
- As you can see, the mainframe of the actual item has OS 1.09; can´t really tell the ASM version at this point

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Some facts/rumors about the MSR-2:
- It has Audio-In, so you can process external audio signals thru the envelope/filter et al.
- The Marion MSR-2 is known for having the 'Oberheim sound' packaged inside a compact single-space rackmount module with modern digital reliability and MIDI implementation.
- Despite its rather harmless and simple appearance, the MSR-2 allows for some fairly complex but intuitive programming. The filters, envelopes, LFOs and other parameters are very analog-like in their sound and editing methods.
- The module is 16-part multitimbral.

8 voices and HROs (high resolution oscillators) used in here, midi control, the rest is quite like the Matrix 6, this mainframe can hold up to 2 complete ASMs (16 voices) and a main graphic EQ. planned: sample player, wavetable synth, FX, FM?.. - Module never came up.. has triangle to saw morphing.

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ASM Hydrasynth Oscillator + Mutator In Depth Tutorial

Published on Oct 25, 2019 Perfect Circuit

"In this video, we take an in-depth tour of the ASM Hydrasynth's Oscillators and Mutators. If you want to know more, check out our Signal article here: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/signal...

ASM's Hydrasynth is a tremendously powerful digital synthesizer with its own rich set of options for sound design. It uses a unique sonic vocabulary throughout, offering deep options that any synthesist will love exploring. The oscillators provide 219 waveshapes and the option for WaveScanning—a wavetable-like technique for smooth wave morphing.

Each Hydrasynth voice also features four Mutators (or Mutants)...processes that enable classic effects like FM, sync, and PWM. The Mutators take each of these techniques into far deeper territory than typically possible, however, often transforming these familiar tricks into something entirely new.

Even without touching the filters or effects, the Hydrasynth is an incredibly powerful instrument.

Hydrasynth Keyboard available here: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/asm-hy...
Hydrasynth Desktop available here: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/asm-hy..."

ASM Hydra Sound 3 & 4

verstaerker

"ASM Hydrasynth Sound 3 - Industrial Time!
this time without any external Midi-sequencing .. using the LFO in Stepmode as Sequencer ..."

ASM Hydra Sound 4


"ASM Hydrasynth Sound 4
no external Midisequencer used just an LFO as Stepseqeuncer"

verstaerker ASM posts

Asm Hydrasynth Explorer - "Otherworld" 40 Presets

video upload by LFOstore

"Lfo store presents 'Otherworld' bank for Asm Hydrasynth Explorer.

Welcome to the sound world of cinematics.

(Bank supported by all Hydrasynths)

Buy: https://www.inspireuplift.com/Asm-Hyd...

More Hydrasynth presets: https://www.inspireuplift.com/shop/Sa...

Sacral Reason presets: https://www.inspireuplift.com/shop/Sa...

The sound pack is dedicated to organic and motion sounds.

In the bank you will find: leads, plucks, bass, arpeggios, moving polys and pads.

The Asm Hydrasynth Explorer is an incredible synth with amazing features and sound that never ceases to amaze and inspire.

40 presets are waiting for you and are ready to fill your compositions with new colors and inspire creativity.
Cinematic, Electronic, Ambient, create new musical worlds with Asm Hydrasynth Explorer and 'Otherworld'

Each patch of our sound set is musical and can be immediately used in your tracks and production.

Enjoy and let the music be with you!"

ASM Hydrasynth Deluxe - All Playing, No Talking

video upload by Kraft Music

"Find exclusive ASM Hydrasynth Deluxe BUNDLES at Kraft Music:
https://www.kraftmusic.com/brands/ash...

Adam Berzowski from Kraft Music shares a synths of summer exploration of the ASM Hydrasynth Deluxe. Contact Adam directly at 414-858-4008 or aberzowski@kraftmusic.com if you have any questions or would like to place an order.

The ASM Hydrasynth Deluxe polyphonic digital synthesizer from Ashun Sound Machines combines a dual sound engine setup with an expansive Polytouch keybed. Offering wide-ranging tone generating capabilities, each of the two sound engines features three oscillators, dual Wave Mutators, and two filters that can be configured in series or parallel, with separate balanced analog audio outputs for each engine. The 73-note keybed offers polyphonic aftertouch over each note, giving you the type of expressive control found only in certain vintage synths, while the carefully-designed user interface, four-octave ribbon controller, and ergonomically designed pitch and mod wheels provide remarkable expression and control.

Get more for your money with an exclusive ASM Hydrasynth Deluxe polyphonic wavemorphing synthesizer bundle from Kraft Music. These package deals include the accessories you'll need to get the most out of your new digital poly synth, all for one low price. If you have any questions, please contact us. Our knowledgeable sales advisors will be happy to assist in choosing the bundle that's right for you!"

Asm Hydrasynth Explorer - "Aura" 40 Presets

video upload by LFOstore

"Lfo.store presents "Aura" the bank for Asm Hydrasynth Explorer.

Buy: https://www.inspireuplift.com/Asm-Hyd...

(Bank supported by all Hydrasynths)

Asm Hydrasynth Explorer is an incredible synthesizer with amazing features and sound, and we continue to unlock its potential.

Time for cosmic vibrations and deep dive into space!

In the bank you will find deep and atmospheric pads

40 amazing presets are waiting for you and ready to fill your compositions with new colors and inspire creativity.

Cinematic, Electronic, Ambient, create new music worlds with Asm Hydrasynth Explorer and "Aura"

Every patch of our soundset is musical & can be immediately used in your tracks & production.

Enjoy and may the music come with you!"

Asm Hydrasynth Explorer - "Cybersynth" 40 Presets

video upload by LFOstore

"Lfo.store presents 'Cybersynth' the bank for Asm Hydrasynth Explorer.

Buy: https://lfostore.sellfy.store/p/asm-h...

(Bank supported by all Hydrasynths)

What awaits us in the future, the dawn of mankind and space exploration, or the dark era of technological slavery, in the world of Corporations...

We are continue the series of banks dedicated to Asm Hydrasynth Explorer.

Asm Hydrasynth Explorer is a powerful synthesizer with huge potential and an incredible variety of sounds.

40 presets are waiting for you and ready to fill your compositions with new colors and inspire creativity.

This soundset dedicaited to powerful & agressive tones from the Cyberpunk culture.

Inside of the soundset:

Lush pads
Razor leads & plucks
Low & neurotic basses
Arps

Suited for all modern genres of electronic music: retrowave, ambient, trance, house, classic electronica, downtempo.

We put all our effort & inspiration to make this patches suited for many genres & styles of electronic music.

Every patch of our soundset is musical & can be immediately used in your tracks & production.

Welcome to the universe of sounds."

ASM Hydrasynth | Deluxe Sound Bank Demos

video uploads by Synth Universe

Playlist:
ASM Hydrasynth | Deluxe Sound Bank Vol. 1 Demo (patches 1-16) | Synth Universe
ASM Hydrasynth | Deluxe Sound Bank Vol. 1 Demo (patches 17-32) | Synth Universe
ASM Hydrasynth | Deluxe Sound Bank Vol. 2 Demo (patches 1-16) | Synth Universe
ASM Hydrasynth | Deluxe Sound Bank Vol. 2 Demo (patches 17-32) | Synth Universe

Buy this sound bank here: https://synthuniverse.sellfy.store

Knobcon: An In-Depth Look At The Hydrasynth Synthesizer

Published on Sep 11, 2019 Synthtopia

"At Knobcon 2019, Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) introduced the Hydrasynth – a new hardware synth that they say offers a massively deep and flexible sound engine and unique performance controls, including polyphonic aftertouch and a four-octave ribbon controller.

We talked with ASM's Glen Darcey, who gave us an in-depth look at the new synth."

Knobcon 2019: Hydrasynth With Glen Darcey

Published on Sep 11, 2019 sonicstate

"Seemingly coming from nowhere to release one of the most interesting new digital poly synths on the market Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) have made a splash with the Hydrasynth... Heading up Product and Vision for the company is Glen Darcey.

Glen previously worked at Arturia and Akai however this new role at ASM has given him more creative control and presented some new challanges.

Our resident US reporter Jim (Earmonkey Music) was on hand at Knobcon this year to talk to Glen about some of the creative decisions made on the Hydrasynth."

Knobcon 2019: ASM Hydrasynth Sounds Only Demo

Published on Sep 11, 2019 sonicstate

"Our resident reporter Jim (Earmonkey Music) was able to grab some time with the Hydrasynth to really get down to the knitty gritty and check out some of the sounds it can make. As a keyboard player himself he really put that poly aftertouch keybed to the test."

ASM-1

Tom sent a link to some shots of his ASM-1 to the SDIY list. It's actually up for sale. I asked him if I could back up the shots as you don't see much info on the ASM-1. He was kind enough to oblige and sent me another shot of the complete wiring and power supply. You can find the images here.
This ASM-1 includes stackable banana cables which allow you to patch multiple cables.

You can find the ASM-1 homepage here, but be sure to check out the label below for more as well.

Marion MSR-2 Analog Synthesizer - RARE (Oberheim MSR2) A- 01307

via these auctions

"Tom Oberheim (of Oberheim synthesizer fame) founded Marion Systems in the early 1990s to develop a mainframe modular synthesizer that was planned to accomodate differerent synthesis technologies as plug-in boards. The MSR-2 chassis, which is 1U rackmountable, supports 2 plug-in boards. The subtractive analog ASM was the only plug-in board ever offered for the MSR-2 -- it offers 8 voices (16 HROs) of analog synthesis using Oberheim's new DCO-based HRO (High Resolution Oscillator) technology with continuous waveshaping to create waveforms that bridge the gap between the usual saw/square offerings. A derivative of this CEM chip-based HRO design lives on today in Dave Smith's Evolver and other DSI instruments.

A slightly less expensive version of the MSR-2 was sold as the Pro Synth which included a single ASM board but I don't believe the Pro Synth was expladable like the MSR-2. Like most MSR-2s, this unit has one 8-voice ASM board, so it has room for another ASM board in the 1U chassis if you can track one down. If two ASM boards are installed, they can be used as one 16-voice (32 HRO) synthesizer, or they can be layered.

The best features of the MSR-2 are the filter section with very powerful FM capabilities and the deep modulation routings offered -- not surprisingly, they are very similar to the modulation capabilities of Oberheim's Matrix 6 and Matrix 12 synthesizers which preceeded the Marion. Also, even though the unit only has a few knobs, it is very easy to program even with complicated patches. The MSR-2 operating system is very similar to that of E-mu's Proteus line -- very logical."

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ASM Hydrasynth - All Playing, No Talking!

video upload by Kraft Music

"Find exclusive ASM Hydrasynth BUNDLES at Kraft Music:
https://www.kraftmusic.com/brands/ash...

Adam Berzowski from Kraft Music shares a synths of summer exploration of the ASM Hydrasynth. Contact Adam directly at 414-858-4008 or aberzowski@kraftmusic.com if you have any questions or would like to place an order.

The ASM Hydrasynth from Ashun Sound Machines is a next-generation polyphonic digital synthesizer. Hydrasynth was created for sound designers and performers alike, designed for maximum flexibility, expression, and ease of use. Its advanced wavetable synthesis engine utilizes three oscillators, dual Wave Mutators, and two filters that can be configured in series or parallel to deliver immense tone generating capabilities. Hydrasynth is available both as a 49-note keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch and as a desktop/rack module with 24 polyphonic pressure touch pads.

Get more for your money with an exclusive ASM Hydrasynth polyphonic wavemorphing synthesizer bundle from Kraft Music. These package deals include the accessories you'll need to get the most out of your new digital poly synth, all for one low price. If you have any questions, please contact us. Our knowledgeable sales advisors will be happy to assist in choosing the bundle that's right for you!"

Asm Hydrasynth Explorer - "Neon Heart" 40 Presets

video upload by LFOstore

"We continue Asm Hydrasynth soundsets series & present 'Neon Heart' now is the time for Analog & Vintage Sounds!

Buy: https://lfostore.sellfy.store/p/asm-h...

(Bank supported by all Hydrasynths)

Asm Hydrasynth Explorer is a powerful synthesizer with great potential and an incredible variety of sounds.

Welcome to the warmly vintage world!

40 presets ready to breathe new colors into your music and inspire creativity.

Cinematic, Electronic, Ambient, Retrowave, create new music worlds with Asm Hydrasynth Explorer and 'Neon Heart'

In the bank you will find neon pads, airy plucks, warm poly and bass that will fill your compositions with new colors and emotions.

Every patch of our soundset is musical & can be immediately used in your tracks & production.

Enjoy and may the music come with you!"