Dreadbox / Nymphes

6-voice polyphonic analog synthesizer. Built-in digital reverb. 92 preset memory. Full MIDI control.

Nymph(e)s are the goddesses of nature in Greek mythology, who not only personify nature but are always connected to the wild.

They are said to live in rivers, springs, forests, groves, fields, caves, mountains and valleys. They live as goddesses of springs, holy wells and fresh water.

The polyphonic synthesizer NYMPHES was born in the hope of bringing a smile back to your face during the uncertain pandemic.

We tried to condense ambitious ideas into a small, compact box without compromising on the quality of the instrument.

The result is an extremely elegant synthesizer.

Full analog synthesizer with built-in digital reverb

Polyphony: 6 voices

""Lush"" digital reverb developed by Dreadbox

12 envelopes & 7 LFOs (2 envelopes per voice, 1 LFO per voice, 1 generic LFO)

6 play modes

98 preset memories
(49 factory presets & 49 user presets)

USB or DIN5 MIDI
Full MIDI control via CC (IN & OUT)

Compact. USB powered for maximum portability

Metal enclosure

Features
Features per voice
1 x VCO with variable waveform
1 x Sub-oscillator
Noise generator
1 x LFO per voice: Key tracking, fade in/out, 5 waveforms, wide frequency range reaching FM range
2 x Envelope generators
24db/Octave resonant filter for accurate tracking
6dB/Octave low-cut filter

Features for all voices
1 x Common LFO (LFO2) is an LFO that can be assigned to any parameter and provides simultaneous modulation for all voices. It has key tracking, fade in/out, 5 waveforms, wide frequency range reaching FM range.

Modulation wheel, velocity, and monophonic aftertouch can be applied to multiple parameters simultaneously, modulating each by different amounts.

Specifications & Connection
USB powered (1.5 watts)
50 hours of use with a 20,000mA mobile battery
USB or DIN5 MIDI IN
6.3mm mono standard out (TS)
3.5mm stereo mini out

Dimensions: 24 x 12.5 x 3.8 cm
Weight: 0.85 kg

Requirements
USB-A adapter (5V) 1000mA or more
MIDI device or keyboard (USB HOST or DIN5 MIDI OUT)
Monitor, amplifier, headphones, etc.

Included items
USB cable (A to B) > DIN5 to 3.5mm adapter > Quick Start Guide > Menu map

Important notes
The actual current consumption is 310mA. Some computers may not be able to supply enough current.
Before connecting to an adapter or computer, make sure that the adapter or computer can supply enough current to Nymphes. If it does not, use a USB splitter or an externally powered USB hub.
If you use a USB adapter, make sure to use one that can supply 1000mA or more.