Erica Synths Bullfrog Drums

Bullfrog Drums – Drum machine, sampler, and CV/Gate sequencer

Bullfrog Drums is a versatile instrument that combines a drum machine, sampler, and CV/Gate sequencer in a single unit. It is designed to provide a practical and intuitive workspace for programming beats, sampling, and sound design—both in the studio and on stage.

With sample-based voices, Bullfrog Drums isn’t limited to drum sounds but can be used with everything from abstract sounds and drones to melodic samples and textures.

Key Features

• 7 sample-based drum voices
• 7 banks of factory samples from Richie Hawtin and Erica Synths
• Up to 16 banks for user samples
• 64 MB total sample memory
• Line input for sampling
• Built-in microphone for live sampling
• Built-in speaker
• 7 sound design parameters per sample
• Individual level controls for each voice
• Parameter locks and automation per track
• CV/Gate sequencer for synth control (1V/Oct gate)
• X0X-inspired hands-on sequencer
• Ratchets, probability, and microtiming
• Sequences up to 64 steps
• Memory for 4 banks with 16 patterns each
• Memory for 4 banks with 16 kits each
• Backup via USB-C
• MIDI IN and MIDI OUT via DIN and USB-C
• Stereo output
• 3.5 mm headphone output
• Rugged aluminum chassis from Erica Synths

Specifications

Sampling & Sequencing
Sample memory: 64 MB
Sequence length: Up to 64 steps
CV/Gate: 1V/Oct gate

Connections
MIDI IN/OUT via DIN and USB-C
Stereo output
3.5 mm headphone output
Line input

Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions: 40.5 x 18.5 x 6 cm
Weight: 2.7 kg

Included

Bullfrog Drums
12VDC power adapter
User manual

Bullfrog Drums is a flexible tool for sampling, beat programming, and hybrid setups with synths and external instruments.