29 thoughts on “Dreadbox Artemis 6-Voice Analog Synthesizer Now Available To Pre-Order”

1. Wow, stoked to see that dreadbox gives a new polysynth to all of us!
   (after the limited edition murmux for a few fortunate.)

2. Looks terrific. Too bad the synth offers more of the same, especially at that price. Feels like it should have had audio in as well, to allow the effects, which seem the big sell here, to be used on other synths as well? Synthesis is rather basic, which is not a bad thing… I think it makes for a good first poly for someone in the market for one, which I suspect is the demographic.

3. MPE!!! Let’s go!!

4. What is a “chartered Low Pass”?

   1. Yeah, makes it sound like they paid to use someone else’s filter design. I mean, if “rented” is what’s being meant here. It’s the only definition that makes somewhat sense.

   2. I understood this to mean that each filter is reserved per-voice. i.e. the synth is truly polyphonic, rather than paraphonic or round-robin, but I don’t know!

      In this case I think it’s making a distinction from the HPF, which looks to be paraphonic

5. Artemis is the virgin goddess of hunt and nature in Greek mythology. She roams the forests accompanied by nymphes. So I guess this could be seen as the full-sized version of Nymphes we’ve been waiting for.

6. This is becoming pretty boring or too “safe” for these companies. You keep seeing the same features on all these synths. The only demeaning thing for me is the two filters. I don’t understand why they believe that we need all these “analogue” synths out there, with the identical signal chains.

   1. Building synths like this is not about re-inventing the wheel but creating a well-balanced and inspiring musical instrument based on a traditional, tried and tested layout. Much like a piano – It’s always a piano, but every builder’s expertise and vision make each one sound unique.

      1. Exactly. With guitars and piano and other proven instruments, musicians learn that creativity is in their own hands; the instument gives you all you need. With synths it seems people want it do new crazy things, because creativity lies in the hand of the builder, not the musician. It’s a very off-putting attitude in electronic music.

         Add to this that people seem to learn everything from the same type of youtube video’s, and you got another musical dead end in the making.

      2. The piano comes from another musical era, where music was not sound based. It has a different role in the music it is used. I don’t believe it is a good parallel. Also, the piano is an interchangable instrument. You practice on one, you perform on another, you record on a third, and then you buy one, two in your lifetime? That’s it! There is no reason to keep looking for the next new thing. I don’t know what the designers have in mind here but for me it looks either a lack of ability to get beyond those standard designs or just another business having the graphic designer do most of the work.

   2. Pointing out that a vintage-inspired analog synth, crafted by a boutique manufacturer focused on doing one thing exceptionally well “is boring”, is in itself, tiresome.
      Is the most interesting music made with the most unique instruments? Certainly not. And often it’s the limitations that inspire creativity, it’s up to the operator to make something compelling with the tools they have. Perhaps the real ‘boring’ factor lies with the operator.

      And for every one of these “boring” synths, I could name an experimental, truly unique one. I won’t though, because that would bore me.

7. This looks like the synth they WANTED to make when they put out the Nymphes. Looks like a much more refined and usable version of that architecture. Except I don’t believe that this is *actually* a Dreadbox synth because omg it has an actual POWER JACK and isn’t just powered by dirty old USB!

   1. The Nymphes was designed as a budget-friendly, Juno-inspired synth from a boutique manufacturer that doesn’t want to compromise on build quality and sound.
      To achieve this, they did make some compromises on the UI.
      This is something entirely different, targeted at a different market.

      Personally, I prefer the USB-A connector—it’s generally more robust than the 2.1mm barrel, easier to power multiple devices, and angled cables are more readily available if needed.

8. The Sinevibes effects are what made the Dreadbox Typhon sound amazing.

   I fully expect that this 6-voice polysynth with the Dreadbox signature sound is going to be fantastic!

   (good thing the pre-orders aren’t live yet! :D)

9. Hey there…

10. Like mentioned in a previous comment, no audio in is a massive omission on this.
    I like the Dreadbox sound and Sinevibes effects.
    I have no need for this, but if it had an audio in I may have considered buying it and playing with it for a couple of months before deciding whether to keep or sell it on.

11. Trop cher !

12. A lot of discussion about whether it’s new enough. I think it’s fine to have diverse offerings in a tried-and-tested format. Analog polys are the bread and butter of so much, and Dreadbox know what they are doing.

    That said, this is not the most canonical analog poly if you only want to own one. Nor is it going for the budget angle for people starting out. So this is presumably for serious people who already have an analog poly, and want to try a slightly different character. Then as usual, to figure out whether it’s for you, you’ll need hands-on testing, or demos, or detailed objective reviews.

13. Dreadbox isn’t known for making the cheapest synths or the most powerful synths, they’re known for making nicely designed synths that sound great. Pretty much all of their stuff has a big sweet spot where things just sound fantastic.

    Other makers should also be looking at Sinevibes’ work. I’d love to see Zoom or Korg do something like a next-generation CDR pedal, with a more powerful processor and the abilty to run Sinevibe’s effects.

    1. Isn’t that what’s the Korg logue-SDK is for

14. translation : Dreadbox bank is running after the company, the pre orders allow cash flow and measure the success of the company to extent credit line.

    1. I typically don’t preorder, though I understand why some people do. For many, it’s about securing an early bird price and being part of that exclusive group who gets to experience something first. That said, if what you’re saying is true, I actually find that reassuring, it’s a positive sign for me. I’ve always been drawn to companies that are built by hardworking people who prioritize quality and don’t compromise to make their business more profitable.

       1. I take that back, i always pre-order russian made synths and especially Behringer gear

15. I’m curious to how it sounds. Both 12&24 db filters sound like a very nice feature on a polysunth. Isn’t the way it sounds the main thing for a synth !

16. A short while ago i dreamed of a poly with 4-6 voices in the format of Nymphes but with the
    screen and implementation of Typhon. When i saw this post my jaw dropped. However when i saw the price my jaw dropped in a different way.
    But still, i am sure its going to be a great synth

17. A more original color scheme would have been nice..

    1. or a white one with black prints !

18. Needs audio in.