Hydrogen (software)

Features

• Pattern-based sequencer, with unlimited number of patterns and ability to chain patterns into a song.
• Up to 192 ticks per pattern with individual level per event and variable pattern length.
• Unlimited instrument tracks with volume, mute, solo, pan capabilities.
• Multi-layer support for instruments.
• Sample Editor, with basic cut and loop functions.
• Time-stretch and pitch functions.
• Time-line with variable tempo.
• Single and stacked pattern mode.
• Ability to import/export song files.
• Support for LADSPA effects.
• Real-time slide control for swing.
• Option to slightly randomize velocity, time, pitch and swing functions to give a more "human" playback.
• Multiple patterns playing at once.
• GMkit, the drum kit features: Kick, Stick, Snare Jazz, Hand Clap, Snare Rock, Tom Low, Closed HH, Tom Mid, Pedal HH, Tom Hi, Open HH, Cowbell, Ride Jazz, Crash, Ride Rock, and Crash Jazz.