Dreadbox Nymphes

Six voices of analogue synthesis in a compact desktop instrument built for chords, pads and expressive melodic parts.

A complete polyphonic voice architecture

Nymphes gives each of its six voices a voltage-controlled oscillator and sub-oscillator, with a 24 dB low-pass filter and 6 dB high-pass filter for shaping the spectrum. The combination covers rounded bass notes, focused leads and layered chords, while the sub-oscillator adds weight without requiring another instrument in the arrangement.

Movement beyond the front-panel footprint

Twelve envelopes and seven LFOs provide substantial modulation for a small synthesiser. Use them to give notes a changing shape, introduce subtle pitch or filter movement, or make a held chord evolve over time. The compact control layout brings the main sound-shaping functions together while further parameters extend the programming possibilities.

Recall sounds and add space

Digital reverb supplies an onboard sense of space, and 98 preset locations comprise 49 factory sounds and 49 user memories. Start from an existing patch when writing quickly, then save a personalised version for later sessions. MIDI control allows Nymphes to join a keyboard, sequencer or computer-based production setup.

A small but capable studio instrument

The mono audio output provides a direct route to a mixer, effects chain or audio interface. Power requires a suitable USB 5 V, 1 A supply. Nymphes is a practical choice when you want true analogue polyphony on the desk without giving a large keyboard instrument a permanent place in the room.