Explaining the PlayFader CV/MIDI Sequencer

video upload by mylarmelodies

"In this tutorial/demo I’ll explain the unique way the Playfader CV/MIDI sequencer works, showing the basic keystrokes you need to be able to make, erase, transpose, mute and apply temporary effects to sequences. I’ll also keep the shortcuts onscreen so you don’t need to remember them.

I'm using the Dreadbox NYX, Music Thing Workshop and Roland T-8 here. T-8 supplies clock to the PlayFader. PlayFader sends CV/Gate to the two analog synths.

LINKS TO THE PLAYFADER OFFICIAL SITE (Not an affiliate link):
▶︎ https://goplayallday.com

Thanks to Hadj at Play All Day for hiring me to make a tutorial. Hope this helps you play!

CHAPTERS
00:00 Core Concept
00:40 Recording Basics
02:34 Muting
02:50 Erasing (Punch-in)
03:21 Transpose
04:06 Recap
05:09 Fun Effects
06:14 Erase (Whole Track)
06:37 Change Time Base
07:20 Change Loop Length
07:14 Mixing Timebases
08:39 Catch Up Mode
09:00 More Mixing Timebases
10:33 Performing: Mutes, Fun FX, Play Buts, Transpose
13:33 The Two Buffers
13:56 Performing"

Best Budget Synth 2024 // Dreadbox NYX Reissue

video upload by Starsky Carr

"Review and demo of this stunning little synth, that I'm calling my best budget synth of 2024. It sounds exactly like you'd expect from Dreadbox... The NYX Reissue sounds MASSIVE ... and luxurious, bur it's got not very hidden depths. With a knob per functioin there's not a lot of hiding1 But unless you look deeper you might miss its 4 LFOs, 3 AR/ASR envelopes, 2 glides, 2 filters, HP/LP series/parallel.."

0:00 quick overview
2:54 2 Big Fat Analog Oscillators
5:54 2 Big Fat Analog Filters
6:37 VCO + VCF + MOD Routing
8:10 Mod Generators - Envelopes & LFOs
12:00 Recapping + Rounding Up

Dreadbox Nyx v2

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Machina Bristronica 2024

video uploads by sonicstate

Playlist:

1. Bristronica 24: MyVolts The Silent Alchemist Nears Shipping

We caught up with Caroline who gave us the latest update to the *Silent Alchemist*, a versatile power hub designed for musicians. Featuring five isolated USB-C outputs and a high-wattage sixth output capable of delivering 100 watts, the device can power a Mac with the remaining outputs providing 20 watts each. Its independent circuits ensure noise-free operation, catering to a variety of devices including the Dreadbox module and Sysmo slope generator.

The Silent Alchemist uses innovative step-up power tips to convert USB-C input to the correct voltage for various devices. There's also new feature: an uninterruptible power supply allowing seamless transition between wall and power bank sources. Also introduced were updated cables, such as silver candy cords and floating ring TRS to TS cables, expanding connection flexibility. The Silent Alchemist is expected to be available in December with a competitive pricing strategy.

More Info:
https://myvolts.com/

2. Bristronica 24: Circuit Happy ML2M Clock Sync module updates

At Bristronica 2024, we caught up with the creator of the *ML2M*, who introduced us to the latest version. The ML2M is a compact Eurorack module with Wi-Fi capabilities, allowing seamless synchronization with Ableton Live, Bitwig Studio, and iOS music apps using Ableton Link without the need for cables. It either connects to an existing network or creates its own, ensuring robust sync even in environments with unreliable Wi-Fi. The module, which retains its 2HP size, now features MIDI integration through TRS jacks. Users can access a web interface to configure each output for different clock divisions and reset triggers, making setup straightforward and flexible.

Alongside the ML2M, there's also the Missing Link Junior. This desktop version offers the same functionality but in a box format, complete with MIDI and CV clock outputs. Both products are now accessible, with a starting price of $250.

3. Bristronica 24: Archaea Exchange Patching Module

At Machina Bristronica 2024, we caught up with Arran from ‪@archaea_modular_synthesis‬ who presented the *Exchange Module*. This programmable patcher, a year in the making, evolved from its early prototype stage to a fully functional module. Arran explained how the Exchange can route synth voices via a beam controller and three exchange modules installed within the skiff, allowing for versatile patching. Operating like a matrix patchbay, it enables users to select inputs and outputs with the push of a button, create presets, and chain multiple modules for synchronized patching.

Communication between the modules occurs over the Eurorack power bus as well as over MIDI via the USB-C connection. The Exchange maintains analog integrity, ensuring there’s no conversion latency. The forthcoming release expected in late November 2024, includes a USB-driven editor for enhanced control capabilities.

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Dreadbox NYX re-issue

video upload by Dreadbox

"Legendary goddess of the night, NYX is back in its original form. A versatile, compact, semi-modular synth, with an epic reverb.

Video by Under__thinker"

Studio jam on Dreadbox NYX

video upload by Echoflow Music

"Another studio jam on Dreadbox Nyx analog synthesizer"

1984 Akai AX-80: 17 more great sounds

video upload by Valmont

"I played for hours straight so I had to change my camera's battery 4 times and my SD card, then assembling and sorting all the cuts I realized it moved a bit, sorry for that!
One of the great thing with the AX80 is the stability: it doesn't move of a single cent, which is fundamentally important for live performances! (Also there are 64 presets it's nice). More than being stable, it's also really in tune thanks DCOs drivers. (too much in tune..?)
It's nice to know this synth has a double-mode crossmod section, an ADSR to DCO routing and an additional sub waveform. On 8 voices so it goes big! I especially like the crossmod. It's not as versatile as a Prophet 600, but it does have a sonic difference. The filters are a question of taste, I'm into the 2044 reference and those CEMs don't sound quite the same, they have a more aggressive resonance... They're just different (in a CEM way by definition :p)
And well that look, with astonishing neon LEDs behind opaque plexiglass, and this fantastic keyboard feel! Oyy we don't speak enough about it, but it's amazing, it's perfectly balanced and nice to play with.

As usual with mono sources, I preamped the AX-80 thru a Golden Age Premier PREQ-73, and since the Akai output level is super high it easily went on overdrive. The Akai doesn't drive by itself, it's on the contrary really clean!

0:00 - matt's jupiter
0:22 - bbd like
0:38 - edged era
0:54 - chillaxattitudzer
1:16 - nyx
1:40 - parallels
1:59 - pouet
2:16 - rotterdam
2:37 - shattered skies
2:54 - sparkling cubes
3:21 - trapezoid bridge
3:45 - staircase
4:18 - strewed semolina
4:45 - atmos
5:12 - grasping at straws
5:35 - cubicle
5:58 - cardboard box"

GOING HOME FROM SUPERBOOTH 2023

video upload by LESINDES

"BIKE RIDE HOME from SUPERBOOTH 2023 Wuhlheide to Charlottenburg.
Some prominent synths used:
Norand MORPHOS + Serge RESONANT EQUALIZER for bass line
Dave Smith Instruments POLY EVOLVER for strings and synth atmos
Dreadbox NYX for bicks
and stunning Sinevibes DROPLETS and Waves RETRO-FI for dub piano."

DREADBOX NYX V2 SN NXX0132 w/ Original Box

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Dreadbox NYX V2 Analog Paraphonic Synthesizer w/ Original Box

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Dreadbox Nyx v2 & EHX Deluxe Memory Man

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Dreadbox NYX Paraphonic Analog Synthesiser

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Dreadbox Nyx v2 & Boss DD3 Digital Delay

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Dreadbox Synths + Korg NTS-1 Synth Jam - Friday Fun

video upload by sonicstate

"This one came up fast and dirty - we were just about to break down the set for working on a new review and this just sort of happened. Yes its pretty derrivative ( we think that top line might be property of Mr Vangelis), but we thought it had a vibe and its got a thoroughly Greek vibe.

Stems available on our Patreon:
https://patreon.com/sonicstate

We're using the Dreadbox NYX MKII, Erebus MKII, Typhon, Korg NTS-1, Zoom MS70-CDR, Arturia Keystep Pro and the Conductive Labs MRCC MIDI patchbay."

Dreadbox NYX V2 Semi-Modular Duophonic Analog Synthesizer w/ Original Box

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Dreadbox Revisited

video upload by ProckGnosis

Update: New Nymph sighting at 6:08. Screenshot captured here.

"Was able to drop by and visit the new Dreadbox office and workshop on a recent trip down to Greece. Pay attention because Yiannis drops some subtle hints about products in the pipeline. And yes, some of them might not be monosynths.

Video timeline:
00:23 - Introduction (beer and band babble)
03:38 - Touring the new offices
13:19 - Touring the new workshop

Minus the drums, 96% of the sounds in the music in this video is the Dreadbox Nyx v2.

The last visit to Dreadbox was in 2018, and here's the link to that video:" [posted here]

New Dreadbox 6 Voice NY Synth Coming in September?

This one was spotted and sent in via Soviet Space Child.

It appears Dreadbox is working on a 6 Voice NY synth and it's coming at the end of September. Their previous synth with NY in the title was the 2 VCO paraphonic NYX. They also had the 4 voice ABYSS.

Note the 2nd image below is a vote for the color: Dark Blue or Black. I'm guessing the top half of the image is the blue and the bottom the black to give you an idea of the color scheme for each.

The pink font gives off the the 80s vibe of the Erebus V3 limited edition and the HYPNOSIS.

Update: you can find a glimpse of it and the new Abyss MK2 here.

07-STG Soundlabs Radiophonic 1: Sound Performance Examples 1 & 2

video by AutomaticGainsay

"Here are a few implementations of the STG Soundlabs Radiophonic 1, being controlled by an Arturia MicroFreak, and featuring some extra modulation sources from a Dreadbox Nyx."

08-STG Soundlabs Radiophonic 1: Sound Performance Examples 2

video by AutomaticGainsay

AutomaticGainsay STG Soundlabs Radiophonic posts

Dreadbox NYX + Luminance v2

video by Sinevibes

Dreadbox Nyx v2 & Eventide H9 (Ultratap)

video by 3rdStoreyChemist