Erica Synths has officially announced the upcoming release of HexDrum, a new analog drum machine developed in collaboration with Hexinverter Électronique. Debuted at Superbooth 2025, HexDrum combines Erica Synths’ signature techno-oriented sound with Hexinverter’s forward-thinking drum design concepts.
HexDrum is equipped with 10 unique sound sources, including kick, snare, hi-hat, crash, and cymbal one-shots. Its sound engine is based on Hexinverter’s acclaimed Mutant series, providing a robust and rich analog tone. Each drum voice features an individual master output, giving users the flexibility to shape each sound independently without interfering with the full mix. This also enhances compatibility with external gear, making HexDrum an excellent choice for both studio production and live performance setups.
The machine also boasts a suite of built-in effects, including stereo panning, compression, sidechaining, and a “Master Drive” glue compressor, all of which streamline the sound processing workflow.
For sequencing, HexDrum includes a powerful 64-step sequencer, capable of holding up to 256 user-created patterns. With features like per-step probability, micro-timing adjustments, and rolls, the sequencer offers creative depth for dynamic compositions, whether on stage or in the studio.
The release of HexDrum is especially meaningful for Hexinverter Électronique, which ceased operations in 2023. Although the drum machine was originally conceptualized before the pandemic, it was never completed. Erica Synths’ dedication to finishing the project brings new life to Hexinverter’s innovative ideas. Stacy Gaudreau, founder of Hexinverter, expressed gratitude to Erica Synths for realizing what had once been an unfulfilled vision.
HexDrum is slated for release later this year.
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