Introduced in 2018 as the evolution of Dreadbox's beloved dark analog series, the Erebus V3 stands out with its unique triple ring modulator that lets you cross-modulate all three oscillators for wild, metallic textures no other compact synth delivers quite like this.
This desktop semi-modular beast packs three voltage-controlled oscillators—two core ones with auto-tuning to stay rock-solid, plus a versatile third offering six waveforms like saw, triangle, sine, pulse, double saw, and even white noise, which doubles as an FM source or extra LFO. A 12dB/oct multimode filter handles lowpass, highpass, and everything in between with resonance that self-oscillates, shaped by a dedicated ADSR envelope featuring a loop mode for LFO-like cycling. You'll find two ADSRs total—one hardwired to amp level—alongside a dedicated LFO, analog clock generator (acting as a third LFO), and patchable sample & hold for modulation mayhem across 35 patch points. The lo-fi echo adds gritty delay with CV-controllable time, mix, and feedback, while duophonic play lets two notes sing independently; MIDI In/Out with CV/Gate/USB ports and rear dip switches for mode tweaks make it Eurorack-ready in its sturdy 350 x 180 x 55mm metal chassis weighing 2.38kg.
Players love its flexibility for both classic bass leads and experimental sound design, praising the vast patchbay and modulation depth that punches above its size—though some note the filter resonance doesn't fully mute at zero, and glide is MIDI-only. It's a staple for anyone craving raw analog attitude in a patchable powerhouse.
