Polyend Drums Black

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.

Advanced Sequencing with Real-Time Control
Polyend Drums features an 8-track sequencer designed for both precision programming and live performance. With up to 128 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.

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.

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.

Premium Build and Studio Integration
Built from a single-piece aluminum with custom metal knobs and high-end components, Drums is designed for durability and long-term use. Each unit is produced in small batches with close attention to detail.

Why It Stands Out
Drums doesn’t force you to choose between sound, workflow, and performance. Drums combines all three, delivering analog character, deep sequencing, and hands-on control in a single instrument.

FEATURES

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. The SSI2130 is often described as a superior, modern alternative to the classic CEM3340 or SSM2030. The SSI2140 filter is a modern version of the classic SSM2040.

Each voice features:

• • 2x SSI2130 oscillators

• • SSI2140 filter: LP / HP / BP mode

• • SSI2164 VCA

• • Analog noise generators

• • SSI2140 filters: LP / HP / BP mode

• • SSI2164 VCA

• • Additional digital oscillators

• • SSI2140 filter: LP / HP / BP mode

• • SSI2164 VCA

Sequencer.
Years of experience led us to our most advanced and intuitive sequencing system yet. 8 tracks with up to 64 steps, deep per-track control, probability, micro-timing, pattern chaining and generative tools move you beyond simple stepped playback into expressive composition.

• 8 tracks with up to 64 steps per track

• 48 songs with song arrangement mode

• All-parameter locks

• Real-time step and parameters recording

• Independent track length and speed

• Independent track play mode

• Step repeats with various velocity curves

• Step conditions and chance

• Micro timing

• Track random, euclidean and beat generators

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 50 instruments, each containing its own mutations, you get hundreds of options to choose from.

• 50 instruments (each can assigned in any of 8 tracks)

• 500+ instrument mutations

• Analog: classic and FM

• Digital: VA, WT, FM, physical modeling, samples

• 8 independent LFOs with 29 waveforms

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.

• X0Y morphing

• Instant fill trigger

• Track volume metering

• Track mutes

• Quick kit access

• Quick pattern change

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.

• 10 sequencable insert FX

• 2 send buses

• 52 send FX

• Master 8-band EQ

• Master compressor with sidechain

Hi-fi audio.
The device runs on a dual-core main CPU, with auxiliary processors handling peripherals and analog control. The architecture is designed to deliver fast response, high stability, and enough processing headroom for complex sequencing, synthesis, and effects running simultaneously.

• 32-bit floating point at 96kHz internal processing

• 24-bit/96 kHz DAC for output

• 24-bit/96 kHz ADC for input

• 32 GB of internal storage

SPECIFICATIONS

Ins & Outs.

• 2 × 1/4” audio out jacks

• 8 × 1/4” individual track output jacks

• 1 × 1/4” stereo headphone jack

• 2 × 1/4” audio in jacks

• 1 x 1/8” MIDI in jack

• 1 x 1/8” MIDI out jack

• 1 x 1/8” MIDI thru jack

• USB C

In the box.

• Drums unit

• Quick guide

• Power Supply (12V/4A)

Size and Weight.
Height (w/ knob): 1.69 inches (4.3 cm)
Width: 17.56 inches (44.6 cm)
Depth: 11.50 inches (29.2 cm)
Weight: 6.84 pounds (3.1 kg)