HyperSynth - Hcard-705

Hcard-705 (Yamaha DX5 - DX1)|Order

Introduction:

Hypersynth "Hcard-705" is a multibank cartridge pair for expanding the external memory of Yamaha DX5 and DX1. DX5/1 voice memory is limited to 32 presets for each parts A and B, which could be upgraded to 64 presets by adding an external Yamaha "Data RAM" cartridge. "Data RAM" is discontinued, rare, and expensive. Its third-party versions rely on a battery for data retention. "Hcard-705" can be used as a drop-in replacement for Yamaha "DATA RAM" cartridge. it stores up to 400 banks per cartridge without the worry of battery life and data loss. Hcard-705 is compatible with DX5/1 voice and performance format.

Features:

-Memory size for voice: Up to 800 banks (25600 Voices, card A+B).
-Memory size for performance: Up to 400 banks (25600 Perfs, card A).
-Loaded with 52 voicebanks per card.
-Loaded with 2 performance banks (Hyper-Bank + Yamaha Factory).
-Instant access to different banks using touch buttons.
-Two digits bank indicator display.
-No need for a battery.
-Drop in replacement for "Data RAM", "Voice ROM" and "Perf Rom" cartridge.
-Hidden "Memory Protect" option.
-Compatible with Yamaha DX5 and DX1.

Performance Banks (Hyper-Bank + Yamaha Factory):

Performance is the magic part of DX1/5 which enables Dual and Split modes. In single mode, the DX1/5 engine is nothing more than a DX7 MKI. Hyper-Bank is the first third-party and commercially available performance bank for Yamaha DX1/5. Hyper-Bank contains 64 presets in 8 categories: Gated/Rhythmic, Synth, Pad, Yamaha Bests, Key/Piano, Bell, Bass/Lead, Misc. The sounds cover new age, ambient, retro, vintage electro, disco, and EDM genres.

Voice Banks:

"Hcard-705" pair is loaded with 52 voicebanks per card:

-Hyper-Bank voices (Bank 0-1)
-Yamaha DX1/DX5 original voice ROMs (Bank 2-3)
-All Hcard-701 soundbanks (Bank 4-27)
-All Yamaha VRC-1XX cartridges (Bank 28-51)
-Default banks (Bank 52-399)

These soundbanks are categorized in a way to simplify the workflow of sound selection.

Additions and Fixes (REV.2):

-CNC metal case with scratch-free golden anodized finish.
-Chamfered edge bottom side that provides easy insertion.
-Colored touch buttons.
-CNC milled edge connector for robust connectivity with slot socket.
-Upgraded from 2L to 4L PCB with new microprocessor and more stable firmware.
-Hcard-705 now draws less power from the DX5/1 power supply.

Soundbank	Description (1 bank = 32 presets)	Soundbank	Description (1 bank = 32 presets)
00-Hyper-Bank 1	HyperSynth Voice Bank 1 - Card A/B	27-Factory DX7	4B Synth, Complex & Effects Group
01-Hyper-Bank 2	HyperSynth Voice Bank 2 - Card A/B	28-VRC-101 A	Keyboard, Plucked & Tuned Percussion Group A
02-Factory DX1/5	Yamaha Original Vioce ROM 1 - Card A/B	29-VRC-101 B	Keyboard, Plucked & Tuned Percussion Group B
03-Factory DX1/5	Yamaha Original Vioce ROM 2 - Card A/B	31-VRC-102 A	Wind Instrument Group A
04-Bells Set 1	Collection of bell sounds	32-VRC-102 B	Wind Instrument Group B
05-Bells Set 2	Collection of bell sounds	33-VRC-103 A	Sustain Group A
06-Bass Set	Collection of bass sounds	34-VRC-103 B	Sustain Group B
07-Harp Set	Collection of Harp sounds	35-VRC-104 A	Percussion Group A
08-Organ Set	Collection of organ sounds	36-VRC-104 B	Percussion Group B
09-Guitar set	Collection of guitar sounds	37-VRC-105 A	Sound Effect Group A
10-String set	Collection of string sounds	38-VRC-105 B	Sound Effect Group B
11-Moog set	Collection of Moog synth emulation	39-VRC-106 A	Synthesizer Group A
12-Waldorf Set	Collection of Waldorft synth emulation	40-VRC-106 B	Synthesizer Group B
13-Analog Vntg	Collection of analog sounds	41-VRC-107 A	Special Selection "David Bristow" A
14-Synth Brass	Collection of brass sounds	42-VRC-107 B	Special Selection "David Bristow" B
15-Synth Pad 1	Collection of electronic pad sounds	43-VRC-108 A	Special Selection "Gary Leuenberger" A
16-Synth Pad 2	Collection of electronic pad sounds	44-VRC-108 B	Special Selection "Gary Leuenberger" B
17-Marimba Set	Collection of marimba sounds	45-VRC-109 A	Studio 64 A
18-E-Piano	Collection of E-Piano sounds	46-VRC-109 B	Studio 64 B
19-Fender Rhd	Collection of Fender Rhodes sounds	46-VRC-110 A	Special Selection "Bo Tomlyn" A
20-Factory DX7	1A - Master Group (Japanese Version)	47-VRC-110 B	Special Selection "Bo Tomlyn" B
21-Factory DX7	1B - Keyboard & Plucked Group	48-VRC-111 A	Special Selection "Bo Tomlyn II" A
22-Factory DX7	2A - Orchestral & Percussive Group	49-VRC-111 B	Special Selection "Bo Tomlyn II" B
23-Factory DX7	2B - Synth, Complex & Effects Group	50-VRC-112 A	Live 64 A
24-Factory DX7	3A - Master Group (American Version)	51-VRC-112 B	Live 64 B
25-Factory DX7	3B - Keyboard & Plucked Group	52-199	Default Voice (Card A and B)
26-Factory DX7	4A - Orchestral & Percussive Group	200-399	Default Perf bank Card A, Default Voice Card B