micro music workstation
powerful pocket groovebox, synthesizer, sequencer, sampler, drum machine
Make more music with less
The Woovebox is an ultra-compact, powerful music workstation/groovebox, for fast digital music production, anywhere.
Synthesizer Sequencer Sampler
Synthesizer
16 part multi-timbral (1 x 5-voice polyphonic track + 15 x 4-voice paraphonic or mono tracks)*
full-control single grand unified engine with 17 versatile synthesis algorithms
17 low-aliasing oscillator models + up to 256 user-define oscillators/samples
Virtual Analog, FM, Super Saw, AM, RingMod, x0x percussion, more
2 oscillator models + 1 sine super/sub-oscillator per voice
1 multi-mode filter per voice (14 filter types)
2 x AEG, FEG, multiple LFOs per voice
global multi-FX; reverb, stereo chorus / phaser, 2 x stereo delay
per-voice FX; clip or wave fold distortion, saturation, pre/post bit crushing, resampling, global multi-FX sends
per-voice dynamics; compressor/limiter, 4-bus side-chaining, gating
master compressor/limiter, vinyl and noise effects
special attention for emulating vintage digital, analog and organic sounds
extensive, complex sound design capabilities with 100+ parameters per timbre
intelligent patch randomization for infinite patch variationsSequencer
16 songs x 16 tracks x 16 patterns x 16 steps
fast workflow; create new intricate song ideas in minutes
polyrhythms, generative, arpeggio and x0x-style patterns
track type-specific intelligent pattern and chain randomization
use scales, modes, chord types and inversions, w/o music theory
fast diatonic playing/programming mode
per-step conditionals, 100+ step modifier type, probabilities
pattern chaining, pattern muting conditions
micro-timing and swing
song mode with per-fragment transformation and automation
send sync and MIDI to control connected gear
export songs as .WAV
export dry & wet stems as .WAV for use in DAW / hybrid workflow
undo functionalitySampler
62s @ 44.1kHz 8-bit mu-law (~12-bit effective) / 22.05kHz 16-bit
reconstructive up-sampling to 44.1kHz 16-bit
16 user kits x 16 samples
dedicated 3.5mm line-input with optional direct mic-level sampling**
vocoder; imprint voice on audio
digital sample import via MIDI over BLE connection
compatible with Teenage Engineering OP-1 / OP-Z drum kits***
real-time time stretching and pitch shifting
auto-slicing, manual slice, chop, re-arrange samples
add new oscillators, one-shots and loops
multi-sampled instrument support
use live audio as an oscillator model
re-sample internal synthesizer
automatic space management and optimization
undo functionality* polyphony restrictions may apply depending on DSP resources used
** direct mic-level sampling to be mainly used for recording voice samples and vocoder input
*** first 16 samples only, "Teenage Engineering" and "OP-1" are registered trademarks of Teenage Engineering ABPocketable Connectable Playable
Pocketable
68g / 2.4oz / 0.15 lbs
71.6mm/2.8"(W) x 76.0mm/3"(L) x 7.9mm/0.31"(H slab) 30.8mm/1.21"(H knob)
USB-C rechargeable 1000mAh internal battery
10h+ battery life continuous play, BLE off
6.30h+ battery life continuous play, BLE on
physical on/off switch
protective case includedConnectable
3.5mm stereo audio-out with sync pulse out via breakout cable (included)
3.5mm stereo audio-in for sampling*, effects and live mix of external gear
3.5mm type-A MIDI out**
USB-C port (charging-only)**
Wireless MIDI in/out over BLE***
Wooveconnect web interface****; song/sample transfer, WAV export, firmware updatePlayable
live mode with 16 triggerable scenes, programmable automation and re-triggering effects
mute and unmute tracks on the fly
16 tactile micro switches for live playing and improvisation
unique dynamic key-mapping for live melody improvisation
process 2 channels of audio-in as part of your song or live performance
integrate external audio into synthesis engine
endless live sound mangling possibilities and rhythmic effects*sampling in mono and is also mic-level capable for voice
**cable not included
***compatible with macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and - to a degree - Windows
****requires a stable BLE compatible host device, operating system and WebMIDI enabled browser (e.g. not compatible with Safari/iOS)Sound demos
These eclectic sound demos for many genres were 100% created on the Woovebox micro music workstation as a fully self-contained, standalone device.
As opposed to many other grooveboxes, the Woovebox prides itself on its ability to synthesize almost anything from scratch from basic waveforms. All demo songs were exclusively synthesized from scratch without samples using white noise, basic sine, triangle, pulse and saw waves, unless explicitly noted.
Where vocal samples were used, they were either recorded with a $2 mic via the audio-input or imported raw straight from sample packs. All processing and slicing was performed on the device.
Output was digitally rendered to WAV via Wooveconnect and converted to MP3 in Audacity, without any further external processing or mastering.
Best appreciated with headphones 🎧 or a good speaker system with sub-woofer.
"Your Words Against My Words"
This 100% Woovebox produced synth track was created to demonstrate;
- 100% real-time synthesized song from basic waveforms and white noise; strictly no samples were used for this track
- Synthesis of patches (e.g. PolySix-like fat line bass, leads, guitar, percussion) suitable for 80s- and synth-inspired songs
- Extensive use of "Sparkle" algorithm on the second delay unit, to synthesize augmenting musical overtones to generate interest in the higher frequencies
.SYX available in the Resources section.
Woovebox sound demo: "Your Words Against My Words""The Stars"
This 100% Woovebox produced track was intentionally created from just a single pattern per track, to demonstrate;
- How, with the powerful Song mode, even a single 16-step pattern per track can be spun out into a full-fledged compelling song, complete with multiple build-ups, breaks and themes
- All patches real-time synthesized from scratch, with the exception of built-in crash cymbal sample and imported vocal samples
- Extensive use of "Sparkle" algorithm on the second delay unit, to synthesize augmenting musical overtones to generate interest in the higher frequencies
.SYX available in the Resources section.
Woovebox sound demo: "The Stars""1, 2, 3, let's go!"
This 100% Woovebox produced dark house track was created to demonstrate;
- 100% real-time synthesized song from basic waveforms and white noise (except four played back samples; "1", "2", "3" and "let's go")
- Samples recorded straight into-device using a USD $2 microphone in the line-input
- Real-time pitch shifting and time warping of the four samples
- On-board vocoder ("let's go")
- Gater behavior in/near breaks
- Synthesis of note; all drums, scratch effect, 303, analog PWM drone and house organ stabs
- Subtle vinyl noise and crackle
.SYX available in the Resources section.
Woovebox sound demo: "1, 2, 3, let's go!""007: Requiem for a Spy"
This 100% Woovebox produced 007-inspired homage track was created to demonstrate;
- Powerful real-time synthesis of complex timbres using only noise and sine, triangle, saw and square waves; strictly no samples were used for this track
- Effortless use of quintessential 6th and 9th "Bond" chords and progressions
- Extensive use of multi-instrument mode, allowing tracks to switch between timbres
- Use of conditionals, including on chord track
.SYX available in the Resources section.
Woovebox sound demo: "007: Requiem for a Spy""Good Ol' Days"
This 100% Woovebox produced nostalgic chiptune / bitpop track was created to demonstrate;
- Real-time synthesis of the quintessential sounds of 70s, 80s, 90s and 00s home computers and game consoles - strictly no samples used for these
- Real-time sliced/rearranged-from-source Amen break (used in games such as Sonic the Hedgehog, Metal Gear, Need for Speed, Devil May Cry, etc.)
In order of appearance; Amiga / .MOD / .STM (lo-fi gritty string pad - synthesized and bit crushed), AY-3-8910 / PSG / MSX / Atari ST / Amstrad CPC (3-voice square wave chords with decay), 2A03 / NES (4-bit stepped triangle wave), 2A03 / NES (fixed 25% duty cycle square wave), Amen break, Wii Channel (sine lead), various 70s and 80s arcade effects, C64 SID (PWM lead with slides and vibrato), OPL / SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive / Ad Lib / Sound Blaster (FM), "fake chord" hyper arpeggios, 70s and 80s Sample & Hold explosion.
.SYX available in the Resources section.
Woovebox sound demo: "Good Ol' Days""Sea Caves of Arcadia"
This 100% Woovebox produced lounge track was created to demonstrate;
- Fully synthesized song, except for built-in crash cymbal
- Synthesis of water-related timbres
- Synthesis of wah-guitar
- Dual delay effects with feedback effects (cave echoes)
Woovebox sound demo: "Sea Caves of Arcadia""Step Into My World"
This 100% Woovebox produced classic 90s melodic trance track was created to demonstrate;
- Fully synthesized song, except for built-in crash sample, built-in piano hammer samples, and imported vocal samples
- Classic 808/909-style real-time drum synthesis
- Classic risers and fallers synthesis
- Classic trance PWM lead, piano, choir pad synthesis
- Percussion bongo/conga loop synthesis
- Extensive song mode build-ups and automation
- Extensive use of dynamics; per-track compression/limiting, ducking, side-chaining and master compressor/limiter
- Use of multi-instrument mode to re-use track timbres across other tracks
Woovebox sound demo: "Step Into My World""Bitter Sweet Memories of You"
This 100% Woovebox produced trip hop-style demo was created to demonstrate;
- Fully synthesized song, except for "mmm" vocal sample
- Organic timbre synthesis (percussion, orchestral strings, guitar)
- 808-style kick/bass
- Hi-hat ratchets
- Lo-fi loop synthesis (industrial machine loop) and warped leads (sine lead with deliberate dissonant overtones)
- Advanced filtered delay effects through dual delay unit feedback ("mmm" vocal sample, which is the only sample in this track)
- Vinyl crackle and hiss effect
Woovebox sound demo: "Bitter Sweet""Shelob Must Feed"
This 100% Woovebox produced Big Beat track was created to demonstrate the Woovebox' vicious, dirty side;
- Fully synthesized song, except for built-in crash sample
- Dirty overdriven, distorted, overcompressed audio, kicks and basses.
- Demonic screeching effects. 🕷️
Woovebox sound demo: "Shelob Must Feed""Columbidae"
This short 100% Woovebox produced alternative hip hop sound demo was created to demonstrate;
- Fully synthesized pattern/loop (except for built-in crash cymbal sample)
- Sound synthesis for alternative hip hop percussion, loops and sounds, such as layered claps/snare and syncopated hi-hats
Woovebox sound demo: "Columbidae""Da What?"
This short 100% synthesized Woovebox excerpt shows how iconic sounds are effortlessly replicated on the Woovebox. Highlights include;
- 100% real-time synthesized
- Iconic emulated 303 sounds
- Iconic dirty analog lead sounds
- Master limiter for iconic punchy drums
Woovebox sound demo: "Da What?""Zephyrus' Pursuit"
This 100% Woovebox produced sub-tropical house track was created to demonstrate;
- Fully synthesized song, except for imported vocal samples
- Dual delay effects with feedback effects (vocals)
- A song that does not use the chord track
- Glissando conditionals
Woovebox sound demo: "Zephyrus' Pursuit""So Good (feat. Aiva Chanel)"
This 100% Woovebox produced eurodance track was created to demonstrate;
- Fully synthesized song, except for built-in crash cymbal sample, built-in piano hammer sample, and imported vocal samples
- 808/909-style real-time drum synthesis (all drums and percussion, except crash cymbal)
- Supersaw real-time synthesis (strings, arpeggios)
- Sign Conditional real-time synthesis (grand piano, with use of built-in hammer sound sample)
- Virtual analog real-time synthesis (bass, lead)
- Real-time effected sample playback (raw Aiva Chanel Harmony sample pack vocals)
- Song mode builds, breaks and automation (filter and volume)
- Real-time multi-FX (chorus configured as phaser, reverb, delay)
- Real-time synthesis of faller/riser effects
- Real-time mastering (compressor/limiter) and side-chaining
- Conditional triggering (all tracks) and polymeters (bass, arpeggios, rim shot)
- Auto-chord inversions (strings)
Woovebox demo track: "So Good""Acid"
This short 100% Woovebox produced 90s rave/acid Northern European hardcore sound demo was created to demonstrate;
- 303-like and 909-like synthesis
- Fully synthesized demo from basic waveforms, except built-in crash cymbal and vocal samples
Woovebox sound demo: "Acid""Take the Leap" (single pattern challenge)
This short, 100% Woovebox-produced song, was created to demonstrate;
- A complex song using just one, 16-step pattern per track, where not one bar of music is exactly the same
- Exclusive use of synthesized sounds, with exception of built-in crash cymbal (forward and reverse), and vocal chops
- Heavy master compression / limiter effect for pumping rhythm
- Extensive use of Song mode for build-ups and breaks
- Gating of pads by another track
- Opening up of delay, reverb and attack by linking filter's cut-off.
Woovebox sound demo: "Take the Leap" (single-pattern challenge)Super Saw demo
This audio demo was created to demonstrate the Woovebox implementation of true Super Saw oscillators (with up to 14 detuned saw waves per note, and thus up to 70 saw waves per 5-note chord).
Four identical sequences, showcase the four available Super Saw oscillator detune states (from heavy detune to subtle detune). Each sequence consists of;
- raw supersaw output, unmodulated, unfiltered 3-note + 1 bass note chord stabs (various inversions), replicated over two octaves. Reverb, stereo chorus and delay effects are applied.
- as above, but with a double drone note (transposed chord root)
- as above, but with an added arpeggiated double octave super saw with an LFO subtly opening the filter, and with simple decay amplitude envelope
- as above, but with a side-chained basic kick drum
Like the original, the Super Saw oscillators in your Woovebox consist of seven detuned saw wave oscillators per oscillator slot per note (for a total of 14 saw waves per note), filtered by a key-following low cut filter. Though the above examples intentionally uses the same detune state for all parts, the four Super Saw oscillator types (e.g. detune states) may be mixed at will. Two Super Saw oscillator types may be used per voice. Given that the Woovebox synth architecture treats the Super Saw oscillators as basic sound sources (and not as an algorithm), they may be combined through any of the sixteen available algorithms to achieve complex patches and sound designs.
This demo features 252 simultaneous saw waves, yet utilizing under 50% DSP resources including effects and kick drum.
Woovebox Super Saw demoMulti-sampled upright piano demo
This demo showcases the Woovebox's ability to create realistic acoustic instrument renditions using multi-samples and sound design.
In this demo, you can hear a multi-sampled public domain piano with samples from each octave, enhanced with a Super Saw wave, analog oscillator styles, and subtle pitch and phase variations. Additional effects include reverb with volume-driven ducking, white noise for resonance, and pitch-to-pan for stereo distribution. The result is a nuanced, organic sound, simulating real piano characteristics.
Woovebox sound demo: "Multi-sampled Upright Piano"Presets for sound design demo (no talking video)
Your Woovebox is not a "tweak-a-preset" machine or ROMpler; you are highly encouraged to shape and explore your own sounds. This is a selection of these preset/template sounds that help you get your started.
- 100% real-time synthesized song from basic waveforms and white noise; strictly no samples were used for this track