Dreadbox Typhon

TYPHON
Analog Synthesizer

Typhon has been crafted to be a great-sounding, portable, and affordable synthesizer. Packed with complex modulation routing, 256 preset memory, a 32-note sequencer, and powerful stereo effects developed by Sinevibes, Typhon is the perfect portable tool to enhance your creativity. Its compact, USB-powered design makes it easy to take wherever you go. The analog circuit ensures authentic, rich sound quality, boosting the overall performance of this powerhouse synthesizer.

The all-analog parts are easily accessible through dedicated direct controls on the left front panel, while the right side features sliders, buttons, and an encoder to adjust the amp and filter envelopes, sequencer, modulators, and stereo effects—allowing you to create and save your favourite sounds. Powered via USB with full MIDI and CC implementation through MIDI DIN5, and an external audio input that make Typhon an ultimate effect unit.

Long ago, when gods ruled the heavens and the world trembled beneath the weight of myths, Gaia joined forces with the Abyss to create Typhon—a being so fearsome that even the immortals trembled in terror. Born of chaos and vengeance, Typhon was a nightmare brought to life. With hundreds of snake heads hissing and roaring, wings vast as mountains, and eyes flashing fire, his very presence was a storm of destruction. His voice? A haunting blend of roars, cries, and thunder, echoing power across the cosmos.Crafted to challenge Zeus and the Olympian gods, Typhon embodied the raw, untamed might of nature. Will his story inspire you to rise, like Zeus, and conquer the impossible?

Features:

• Pure Analog Path: Built with two analog oscillators, a warm 4-pole (24dB/oct) low-pass filter, and an analog VCA.
  
• Continuous Wave-Morphing: A single control smoothly blends from dual Saws, Squares, Triangles, up to complex FM modulation.
  
• 128 Preset Slots: High-capacity memory allows you to easily save, organize, and instantly recall your favorite patches.
  
• 3 Digital Modulators: Three independent multi-engines function as LFOs, Envelopes, Step-Sequencers, or Randomizers simultaneously.
  
• 32-Step Sequencer: Easily programs notes, ties, velocity, and complex parameter automation lines on the fly.
  
• Complex Routing: Allows you to modulate almost any analog or digital parameter across multiple destinations at once.
  
• Stereo DSP Effects: High-quality 32-bit/96kHz algorithms designed by Sinevibes, featuring rich Distortions, Chorus, Delays, and Reverbs.
  
• USB Bus Powered: Runs completely off standard USB power banks or computer connections for easy, portable setups.
  
• USB Audio Interface: Supports bidirectional audio streaming, allowing you to record the synth straight into your DAW without an external interface.

Controls:

Analog Direct Controls
These controls provide immediate access to the core analog synthesis engine without any menu diving.

1. WAVE - A unique, continuous morphing knob that blends the level and shapes of both oscillators. It sweeps across milestones: dual Saws → single Saw → Square/Saw blend → single Square → Square/Triangle blend → single Triangle → deep FM modulation.
2. TUNE 2 - Adjusts the pitch of Oscillator 2 up to two octaves above Oscillator 1 (quantized in semitones for intervals like fifths, or unquantized near unison for wide chorusing).
3. CUTOFF - Adjusts the frequency threshold of the warm 4-pole, 24dB/octave low-pass filter.
4. RESON - Controls the audio feedback and peak sharpness of the filter, capable of self-oscillation.
5. EG LEVEL - Sets the master depth of the envelope generator applied to the filter cutoff.
6. FILTER TIME - Scaler knob that dynamically stretches or shrinks the entire duration of the filter ADSR envelope on the fly.
7. AMP TIME - Scaler knob that stretches or shrinks the total duration of the amplifier ADSR envelope on the fly.
8. VOLUME - A master analog output attenuator. 

Digital Navigation & Faders
These controls manipulate the digital brain using a "catch" mechanism—on-screen parameters will not jump until the physical fader crosses the active digital value.

1. Control Encoder - Rotates to scroll through presets or menus, and clicks to confirm selections.
2. 5 Sliders (Faders) - Map directly to the 5 changing parameters shown vertically on the OLED screen.
3. MOD Button - Accesses the 3 independent digital modulators (M1, M2, M3) which can act as LFOs, Envelopes, Randomizers, or Step-Sequencers.
4. FX Button - Opens the 3 stereo DSP effect slots designed by Sinevibes (FX1: Distortion, FX2: Enhancers/Chorus, FX3: Delays/Reverbs).
5. SQNCR Button - Opens the integrated 32-step note and parameter automation sequencer.
6. SET Button - Configures global menus, MIDI routing, calibration, and clock sources.
7. Play / Stop Buttons - Directly launches and pauses the internal sequencer loops.

Specifcations:

• Type: Desktop Synthesizer and Sequencer
  
• Analog/Digital: Analog with DSP FX
  
• Polyphony: Monophonic
  
• Presets: 254 Preset Memory
  
• Oscillators: 2 x Analog VCO
  
• Envelope Generator: 2 x EG (filter, amp)
  
• Filter: 4-pole 24dB/octave Lowpass Filter
  
• Effects Types: Sinevibes DSP Stereo FX: Distortion, Bit Crusher, Chorus, Flanger, Delay, Reverb, Ensemble
  
• Sequencer: 32-step Sequencer
  
• Analog Inputs: 1 x 1/8" (external audio in)
  
• Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (L/R)
  
• Headphones: 1 x 1/8"
  
• MIDI I/O: In/Out, USB (future feature)
  
• USB: 1 x Type B
  
• Software: Typhon Editor
  
• Power Supply: USB powered (5V/1000mA)
  
• Power Bank: 60 Playing hours with 20,000mA 
  
• Height: 2.36" (60mm)
  
• Width: 9.05" (230mm)
  
• Depth: 5.11" (130mm)
  
• Weight: 1 kg (2.2 lbs)
  
• Included box: 1 x USB cable (A to B), Quick Start Guide