Blipblox After Dark synthesizer

Age range

5 years +

What is it?

Blipblox After Dark is a user-friendly synthesizer brought into a format anyone can enjoy; its intuitive layout and playful design make complex sound-shaping feel simple, exciting, and fun. It has a MIDI Input and Audio Output which transforms it into a real production tool if you plug it into your studio setup.

What’s included in the set?

  • 1 x Blipblox After Dark,
  • 1 x USB to 5.5 mm/2.1 mm 5 Volt DC Barrel Jack Power Cable
  • 1 x user guide

How is it powered?

There are 2 choices:

  • 3x AA batteries, or
  • Mains power using the cable provided

Quick start guide:

  • Press the purple on/off button at the back of the unit to turn on.
  • Start with the red SEQ button (sequence or melody). Select from one of the 400 built-in melodies.
  • Learn about each of the primary controls, exploring the different buttons, knobs and levers such as:
  • Volume button
    • Oscillator button (selects the core synthesizer sound)
    • Filter lever (sculpts the sound by removing frequencies)
    • Modulation knobs (adjusting them modulates the soundwaves to create a personalised unique sound)
    • Tempo lever (control how fast or slow your song plays)

Storage requirements and dimensions:

  • To be stored in a dry area, away from liquids or extreme heat
  • L34cm x W19cm x H7.5cm

Why use it?

  • It is an electronic instrument for all ages with multiple uses such as building beats, laying down grooves and exploring new sounds and sonic varieties.
  • It is portable, light and ready to be used in the classroom/stage without extra equipment.
  • It can be used as a production tool, connecting it to any studio setup through the MIDI Input and Audio Output.

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DMS hire price

Special launch offer! – Any mix of five items from the Accessible Instrument and Technology Library free for the first term of hire (subject to availability). Outside of this special offer: £5.00 per instrument per term.