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DreadboxErebus 2-Voice Paraphonic Analog Synthesizer Reissue

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Dreadbox Erebus 2-Voice Paraphonic Analog Synthesizer Reissue
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Independent shopping perspective

The Korena take

Erebus returns as a two-voice paraphonic analog synth with two VCOs, two waveform choices per oscillator, hard sync, and updated envelope sections. Run it by itself or place its 42HP format in a Eurorack system. Independent glide controls let each VCO move differently while you play, and USB power keeps the setup straightforward for a portable rig. MIDI and CV connections provide options for bringing it into a larger hardware workflow.

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Strong match

Who this is for

  • A portable hardware-synth setup that benefits from USB power and standalone operation.
  • Eurorack users with 42HP available for a two-voice paraphonic analog voice.
  • MIDI or CV-based rigs needing pitch, gate, modulation, envelope, and audio connections.

Consider the trade-offs

When to look elsewhere

  • Eurorack cases without 42HP of available space.
  • Players seeking more than two paraphonic voices.

What matters in use

The specifications, translated

Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.

Dreadbox Erebus 2-Voice Paraphonic Analog Synthesizer Reissue construction detail

Detail 01

MIDI In: 3.5 mm Type A

Receives Pitch, Note On/Off, Mod Wheel, and Pitch messages through its MIDI input.

Detail 02

Gate In / Gate Out: 0–5V

Provides 0–5V gate connections for external control and routing.

Detail 03

Mono audio output: up to 5Vpp

The mono output can also be used with headphones.

Detail 04

Suggested VCO-stability temperature: 12–35°C

Dreadbox specifies this temperature range for VCO stability.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01Confirm 42HP is available if installing it in Eurorack.
  2. 02MIDI input uses a 3.5 mm Type A socket.
  3. 03The audio output is mono.
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Product questions

Before you decide

Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.

01Can the Erebus be used outside Eurorack?

Yes. It operates as a standalone unit as well as a 42HP Eurorack module.

02How many oscillators does it have?

It has two VCOs, each with two waveform options.

03Can each oscillator have different glide?

Yes. Each VCO has its own glide control.

Reference

Full specifications

The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.

1 detailsBody & build
Color
Black
1 detailsConnections & power
Cv in Osc1 and Osc2 Inputs
+/-10v , works with 1v/ocv
13 detailsOther
Gate in
0–5V
Vca Cv in
0-5V
Env Out
0–5V
Cut Cv in
+/-5V
Lfo Rate Cv in
+/-5V
MIDI Interface
MIDI In 3.5 mm type A socket, responds to Pitch, Note On/Off, Mod wheel, Pitch
Echo Cv in
+/-5V
Mod Wheel Out
0–5V
Mono Audio Out
Can be also used with headphones, max output is 5vpp—depending on the
Gate Out
0–5V
Lfo Out
+/-5v
Pw in
+/-5V
Suggested Room Temperature For Vco Stability
12–35 Celsius

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