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Step into a world of rich, evolving soundscapes with the DS-2 Analog Drone Synth, the first in Stylophone's Compact Portable Modular (CPM) range. Designed for both studio experimentation and on-the-go creativity, the DS-2 combines classic analog warmth with modern modular flexibility, making it an essential tool for drone synthesis, pulsating rhythms, and cosmic sonic exploration.
Step into a world of rich, evolving soundscapes with the DS-2 Analog Drone Synth, the first in Stylophone's Compact Portable Modular (CPM) range. Designed for both studio experimentation and on-the-go creativity, the DS-2 combines classic analog warmth with modern modular flexibility, making it an essential tool for drone synthesis, pulsating rhythms, and cosmic sonic exploration.
With dual analog 3340 oscillators, dynamic waveform blending, and vintage-inspired effects, the DS-2 is packed with 14 LFO waveforms, dual analog 3320 filters, and a patchable modular system for boundless modulation possibilities. Perfect for modular enthusiasts, sound designers, and experimental musicians, the Stylophone DS-2 delivers rich, textured analog drones in a compact, battery-powered format that also fits right into your Eurorack (42 HP).
At a Glance
Compact design
Powered by mains, battery, or incorporated into your Eurorack case
Headphone jack or built-in speaker
2 analog 3340 oscillators with dynamic waveform blending, PWM, and Hard Sync
2 analog sub oscillators with sub option and blending mixer
2 analog 3320 self-oscillating LP/HP filters
14 analog LFO waveforms
2 LFO wave selectors and dual taps
5 LFO depth attenuverters
7 LFO routing switches
12 modular patch points
8 vintage AL3201 reverb algorithms
1 vintage PT2399 delay with modulation
2 stereo outputs (phones/line)
1 effects mixer with aux in
1 built-in 2W speaker
6 AA battery compartment
Eurorack power bus connector
42 HP Eurorack front-panel format
UPC: 726436148405
Stylophone CPM DS-2 Specs
Key Specs
Sound Generation
Analog
Maximum Polyphony
Monophonic
Audio I/O
1/8" (3.5 mm)
MIDI I/O
No
CV/Gate I/O
No
Patch Points
12x 1/8" / 3.5 mm
Horizontal Pitch
42 HP
General
Synth Type
Eurorack Module
Kit Components
Sound Generation
Analog
Keyboard
No
Expression Controls
No
Number of Pads
No
Sounds
Display
No
Number of Song Presets
No
Maximum Polyphony
Monophonic
Built-In Effects
Delay Reverb
Performance Functions
No
Built-In Speaker
Yes
Amplifiers
1x 2 W
Synthesis
Oscillators
2x Variable 2x Variable Sub
Mixer
No
Amplifiers
No
Envelopes
No
Filters
Number of Filters: 2 Type: Low-Pass, High-Pass
LFOs
Number of LFOs: 2
Glide/Portamento
No
Sequencing & Recording
Sequencer
No
Arpeggiator
No
Media/Memory Card Slot
No
Connectivity
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Aux Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Line Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
Pedal Support
No
MIDI I/O
No
CV/Gate I/O
No
Patch Points
12x 1/8" / 3.5 mm
Sync I/O
No
Network I/O
No
USB I/O
No
Bluetooth
No
Power
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Not Included) or Battery
AC/DC Power Adapter
Included
Physical
Color
Black
Horizontal Pitch
42 HP
Included Accessories
No
Dimensions
9.4 x 5.2 x 1.7" / 24 x 13.2 x 4.2 cm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.855 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.3 x 7.8 x 3.4"
Stylophone CPM DS-2 Reviews
Fabulous economical drones
By Todd
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-06-18
Cannot afford a Solar 42 but want to make drones, this synth might be for you. This nice eurorack-compatible synth has only two drone oscillators but they can produce a surprising variety of textures. The speaker is very weak in the bass range, so for most things you’ll want to hook this into a bigger system or use headphones. I also extended it by using the CV outputs of my Microbrute as modulation sources. And I was able to easily feed the microbrute into the aux input and thus have the ability to play lead lines over the drones in still a compact set up. I do wish it had two true LFOs but the single LFO with two different wave form taps did work well. It comes with a nice variety of miscellaneous patch cords and I didn’t find the need to add extras. This is a nice buy for the money.
Worth the wait!
By Diego
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-03-04
The CPM DS-2 is a powerhouse and complete sound machine! It seems so simple and at first limited but has the capability to go way beyond what one would expect for the size, price and standard features. Even though my next purchase was going to be the Moog Mavis, this gave me the flexibility and power to leap into the Eurorack rabbit hole. Worth every penny!
