The ASM Hydrasynth Explorer is a compact, portable version of the Hydrasynth that doesn't compromise on features. Full 8-voice polyphony like the original unit, a mid-sized PolyTouch keybed, and the 5 LFOs and envelopes you've come to know and love, in a lightweight, battery-operable housing. Eight AA batteries can be inserted into the Explorer for up to four hours of battery life, providing the sound of the Hydrasynth on the go. With the same premium effects section, Mutators and wavetable oscillators, the Explorer can load the same patches as the original Hydrasynth or the Hydrasynth Deluxe, providing the beautiful, versatile sound design capabilities and expressive PolyTouch keybed of the original. The Hydrasynth Explorer is ideal for players who need the sound of the Hydrasynth on the road, or those who need a slightly more affordable package to obtain the Hydrasynth at home.