this TINY drum machine is pretty good… but is it worth the price? // 1010music Razzmatazz Review

[@BoBeats]

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[@TechGently]

Cool to see they're a West Coast company, I assume here in California because it says "California" on their website before I put in my zip code. $400, it's tempting but I have to go look at the 3 videos to see which one. Also I just got the Korg Wavestate which is still deliriously complicated. Dammit G.A.S.!

[@andrewdoucet3029]

I feel like the price is the deal-breaker for me. A Model Cycles is less expensive, gives you great FM drum options, and has an Elektron sequencer to boot. Seems like a promising little box, but I just don’t have the money to rationalize getting something that tiny. A Lemon Drop though…🤔 Thanks for another great video Bo!

[@leftmono1016]

The Model Cycles is excellent as a drum machine 👍

[@TechGently]

@@leftmono1016 Hey, I am also Left Mono! (Deaf in my Right ear).

[@inthefade]

Lemon Drop is definitely the standout of this series. These drum sounds don't appeal to me so far, but I'll have to hear how other people use it as well. The price is a little steep too. $100 less and I would have less hesitation.

[@teamphil]

I agree 100%. I love the effects and sound sculpting, but I think it needs to be at least $100 less. $199 would be a a no brainer. Who do they think they are? Teenage engineering?

[@AI1983-r1k]

Haha...yeah man, the Model Cycles was waaayyy too good for the money (still is). This one is interesting when it has built in battery capabilities, and a somewhat useable mic for recording the samples on the go. That would be really cool ....as it's so tiny, it would be a really cool mobile pocket thingy then. I know you most probably still can hook up a battery pack, and a small mic perhaps. But things get messy and more bulky quickly like that and thus inconvenient. And the price point for that ..hmmm yeah... Think it slightly missed the point in it here. Still a very cool and great sounding machine ,with enough options and effects. Also 8 tracks. Looks like a real productive small workhorse

[@suga4all]

1:45 Bo: "We havent really seen a drum synth in this small package before..." PO Tonic: "Am I a joke to you?" 🤣

[@BoBeats]

Haha!! But thats a real toy!! Its a joke!!! Don’t kill me

[@suga4all]

@@BoBeats It is indeed not comparable to this little pink beast 😁

[@Volcaniced]

@@BoBeats The PO 33 is the only PO that has the right to exist. I am doing nearly 50% of my "single" and "Duo" gear jams with this thing....

[@蠢黄]

And M8 tracker！

[@johngannon]

If menu-digging is your thing then 1010 has you covered!

[@9877joseph]

I love it so far! It's crazy small though

[@zackcolbourne6921]

It works for granular because that's not really a "natural" thing anyway, but for a drum machine/normal synth it's just frustrating.

[@alexgrunde6682]

My issue here is, if you need something like the Polyend Play in order to efficiently sequence the thing, why not just load drum samples into the Play and use that as the drum machine?

[@BoBeats]

Because the Play doesnt have a synth engine

[@connorsol]

@@BoBeats So one would use a Synthstrom Deluge then, which is a bit bigger but actually has a battery😁 (I say this as a Lemon Drop owner, really was hoping the next in this series would be far less redundant than the Razz but ahh well)

[@808pacificstate]

Great video. It should be noted this device does have a sequence page where you can step sequence. It’s of course tiny which is why Bo decided to utilize an external device.

[@AllenDavisWV]

I have the Lemondrop, and I’m really hoping that 1010 will allow us to swap firmware at some point between the units. They seem to have very similar architecture. Could lead to more sales for them, because I’d DEFINITELY have two units if that were possible.

[@BoBeats]

i doubt it will happen (they seem to want to keep the product ’distinct’) but I think its absolutely would be a good idea

[@Sicbay138]

If it doesn't happen officially it could be something that the users figure out. Wouldn't be the first time something like that happened from the technology tinkerers.

[@quantumlab9130]

I think they should make something like a universal box that’s maybe costs a little more but allows you swap between any of these little boxes on the fly, that would make it worth it otherwise I can’t justify the cost.

[@BoBeats]

Good idea imo!

[@KordTaylor]

Cute! Love all the features and how I can use my favorite controller. Nice to not be forced to have a huge unit with controllers I need to carry around if I don’t need the controller and just want to play my beats.

[@BoBeats]

I think you summarized its strengths even better than i did. I think this is who it is for.

[@DavidMorley]

A bit pricey BUT 1010 are amazing. I got the Blackbox early on. The upgrades have been insane and they are reliable. As I use it for live, this box would be a great addition so I could free up the Blackbox from drum samples. But it is a bit pricey. I'd think €350 would be where I'd like it. Someone mention it should be €199, but 1010 build high quality and great sounding units that will stand up to live work.

[@JoeJohnston-taskboy]

1010music puts out really interesting gear. I have the lemondrop and I really enjoy it. Love the form factor. These little guys are not really grooveboxes, but sound modules, as you say. If you go in with that expectation, the experience will be more enjoyable.

[@RedMeansRecording]

You said razz ma tazz correctly

[@mixrasta]

I dont get the name, it doesn't really connect with Jazzmatazz,or?

[@Volcaniced]

Fact: I cannot understand the price.... could you please help me? Is the color extremly rar? Dont know....

[@BoBeats]

No, the price is a bit high, I think it is for all nanoboxes

[@sodiumlights]

The price is VERY high. but both the Black/Blue box are spot on. The op-z feels beyond cheap, so do the nanoboxes. A lot of money but they are all superb instruments.

[@Volcaniced]

​@@sodiumlights Yeah, you might be right... but sometimes it seems to me that they are going to test the market if the price works ... its like the Teenage Engeneering Things.... esp. the new Mixer ... WOW...

[@BoBeats]

Yup. Thats how market capitalism works. And also not to forget and to be fair: prices are going up and 1010music is a really small company.

[@Volcaniced]

@@BoBeats correct

[@stiptreezy8481]

I’m pretty surprised knowing what you can do with the black box that they didn’t make it possible to slice samples within the unit, that being said I think as a drum box alone this nano box has potential but I wouldn’t really wanna use it as a groove box often, also I do feel like pocket operators and Volcas can accomplish the same things with not quite as much menu digging etc. Thank you for another great review Bo! 👍

[@middaymeds]

I wish they would make eurorack versions of these like they did with the black box/bitbox. I would gladly pay an extra 100$ for cv and gate modulation.

[@cresshead]

£406.00 flipperty flops! I was not expecting that price point!

[@manonthelivingroad]

I think having an internal battery is an issue instead of an advantage, increases costs, and an internal battery eventually will die out, so the device will have a lifetime mostly like due to battery failure, also is not that of a hassle having an external battery which you can easily replace

[@Eli_B3000]

Plus an external battery can power 2-3 units at once.

[@milk_bath]

True, but this instrument’s UX is to be handheld. Real serious design conflict.

[@VerveCliqaux]

Agreed - but only if the manufacturer manages to finally build in noise-free USB-C-connections though. A bit disappointing that my fireball is only noise-free on a dedicated powerbank...

[@MeerkatMuzic]

Cool glad to see they are continuing the nanobox range.

[@djpuzzleofficial]

Totes! And I was pretty stoked to be one of the sound designers for this one! Just uploaded my review as well as an interview with Aaron from 1010.

[@joshuafuller1464]

@@djpuzzleofficial Do you think the series will continue with more ?

[@Digiphex]

Thanks for the honest review on this. Very informative.

[@boydw1]

Like all 1010music products, it would be great if it was half the price.

[@VerveCliqaux]

Find myself coming back to razz over and over again. I will wait for a used model at around 300-ish bucks like I did with the fireball. Love all 1010 products though.

[@danasdas6683]

I hope they can port some of the new gui enhancements to the Blackbox as well.

[@roryjineffect]

It was a pretty basic pattern that was running, but all I could think of was "Dig It" by Skinny Puppy for a lot of the video.

[@dlvnmedia]

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[@lancepage1914]

Haha, I must agree.

[@rishpanjeet7479]

I love the way they look and feel but I had a yellow one and that thing was glitchy as hell. I sent it back within two days Edit: feel not few

[@truthseeker3907]

Thank You Bo!👍

[@itsapadilla]

The sequencer looks really interesting to me, wish these nanoboxes had batteries tho

[@rg484]

The Lemondrop is awesome.

[@lwpweb]

slicing: maybe the octachainer can do a good job here as well like octachainer imports to the octatrack.

[@lo-firobotboy7112]

Thanks for the review, and I enjoyed the video, but $550 is a pretty steep price point for this little thing. It looks like a lot of fun, and the form factor has some appeal, but the sticker price is a deal breaker, especially when things like Pocket Operators, Volcas, and the Rolcas are all less than half the price. Heck, you could buy a nice DAW and sample plug-in package for $550.

[@thegoony]

Dont forget to add in price of a computer with that DAW and plugin!

[@aptudo]

It is important to specify the exact currency in a comment when you use the $ symbol. For people in the US, like me, it's $399USD.

[@lo-firobotboy7112]

@@aptudo Fair comment. Here in Canada, the 1010 products in this line retail for $550. Since there is no local retailer, I also have to tack on $20 to $50 for shipping.

[@d3tuned378]

i bought a cobalt8x (61 key) for 550 usd. to put it in perspective

[@bjamminsincebirth3494]

I love the Lemon Drop too. This new one looks cool.

[@kp8923]

I'm surprised no one has compared this to the Volca Drum yet. The synth engines are very similar, at least in the sound of the final result. 1010 for thrice the price though. I could see this being great if there are extensive CC mappings available. Controlling CCs with the Digitakt or something opens up a lot of gear that would otherwise be placed firmly in toy land.

[@BoBeats]

Unfortunately I have not used the Volca Drum. But yes, they do seem somewhat similar in sound.

[@brooklynboy1000]

Is this any bettter than running something like battery in logic?

[@infn8loopmusic]

Neat little gadget! But... There may be better options at this price point, right?

[@BoBeats]

At least there are ALOT to choose from

[@Aetila]

Tons of better options...also, you could use your...mobile phone drum app, lol.

[@lancepage1914]

I would never buy a Volca/Volca clone or Teenage Engineering - small form factor instruments. It's not so much the size and features, at the price point - you may as well save up more money for something substantial like a Digitakt or MPC ONE. I want a meal, not a snack.

[@aptudo]

If you're treating this as a sound module, another "sound-alike" competitor (minus sample playback) is the Korg Volca Drum. I have one. It also uses FM synthesis and can create up to six drum parts that sound quite like what I hear in this video. I think I would still choose the Korg because of the many more physical controls, the much lower price, and the "wave guide" processor that allows you to make sounds that can convincingly imitate striking (or plucking) an object.

[@JamesRamboPearce]

I love the Fireball but I do wish they'd update the firmware soon

[@Eli_B3000]

Same for the Lemondrop, it's missing several features people on the forums have asked about for a while now that should have been there on the initial release.

[@JamesRamboPearce]

@@Eli_B3000 Yeah there are some silly bugs but also lots of opportunities, the sequencer, FM and Transport mode would be ace for all of them!!

[@SonicVibe]

Blackbox never got any good updates either sold it

[@bjamminsincebirth3494]

It would’ve been cool if they built these NanoBox ones with a rechargeable battery.

[@dyscotopia]

They don't? I'd think portability for jamming on the go would be a priority. I guess hooking it up to a USB battery isn't that arduous but for 500+ dollars, having the battery built in would be a plus

[@inthefade]

Yep I would totally just bring stuff like this on public transit or on car rides with monitor headphones if it had batteries, and then just sample it when I got home. All my previous handheld/mobile music options never really had a good enough sound for me to use (on Android, sigh). This would have been awesome for that though. I wonder if a battery pack would work.

[@milk_bath]

Yeah it really is odd that it isn’t. Really takes away from the handheld UX.

[@Divuar]

Looks very interesting, but I think a good iPad (a used one for the same price) would be very similar and do much more. Both have touch controls. so I don't see a lot of difference between them. Hopefully, they will also bring back or reincarnate Black / Blue boxes.

[@JeveMCD]

Feels really close, but cleaner, to what microtonic does on the PO32. Sounds feels cleaner, not sure if there's any noise from the audio out. The added screen + touch features seems like it makes for a great little drum jambox on the go.

[@repasiv]

This could have been an iphone/android app or just a vst plugin. I really don't get these small boxes, you can't really use them, you just make a mess with a lot of cables and what do you gain from it? It fits in your pocket. Does a drum machine need to fit in your pocket? You compared it to much larger and more capable drum machines, this is like the teenage engineering po-32 which might cost only a fraction of this. It is an overpriced musicians' toy. imho

[@SonicVibe]

Exactly I sold my 1010 black box no fx and one of the worst song modes I ever seen so when the lemon 🍋 drop and the fireball tiny synth came out I was like smh 🤦‍♂️

[@repasiv]

@@SonicVibe I still have my black box but I could complain about it also. I don't really need song mode. I am okay to toggle sequences, but making and editing sequences is a real pain in the behind just because of the small screen. Otherwise it is a very capable little box. I hoped they make a black box x4 version with 4 times as large touchscreen. It would have been a blast even with all the same functionality as what it is capable today.

[@AveragePicker]

Confusing song mode aside, I absolutely love the Blackbox. It's exactly what I was looking for and intuitive. If nothing else the ability to trigger 16 samples at once of pretty much any length sold me on it. A friend borrowed it from me to to use for a podcast interview where he needed to play things back during the interview. If I sold everything tomorrow, the Blackbox is one piece of kit I'd hang onto.

[@SonicVibe]

@@repasiv you are right the toggling sequences part is good, but trying to record that into the sequencer is a real pain and only reverb and delay. It was kind of a bummer I thought they would update it but I never got updated. I got an MPC one and never looked back.

[@inthefade]

I have a sampler-centered setup with the Akai Force. I love having things like this that I can play with and make loops and shit, but it doesn't take up much real estate in my quite crammed little basement studio. As long as it sounds good and provides something unique and inspiring, I'm down. I could also sit on the couch or take this on tour easily and just play with it like a gameboy. Pretty sweet, really.

[@cheapnoiseinthehouse5578]

Hi. Really nice video as always. I'm looking for a small music gadget for under 200$ Canadian that is accessible for a person with next to no vision. It can be a digital synthesizer, a drum machine, a sampler or a groove box. I am looking for something digital to take on road trips. Any ideas?

[@DrJ3RK8]

I think I have to build a custom case for all three of these, and have a MicroStudio for traveling, bedtime musicry, etc. :) Side note, this sounds really good! (well IMO all three do, even the Fireball, but this one in particular)

[@marektomczak1435]

Hi Bo! It is good to see another interesting 1010 music device on your channel. I am quite enthusiastic about this company's products, especially about Blackbox. I have purchased one and it is a great tool. Roland SP 404 MkII has started to compete only after the last upgrade. But the price... I have noticed it comments, I am not alone to complain about... Bluebox on a level of semi proffesionall ZOOM L12, Mentioned above Blackbox, 200 EUR more expensive than SP 404 MkII, finally this Razzmatazz, very unorthodox, but with cost, so far,twice bigger than tiny AIRAs... Well, those very boutique prices can close Europe for those mind blowing instruments. And it is sad. The only exception here, for me, is Lemondrop, which simply has no competition at all in stereo granular synthesis field. Best Regards and fingered crosed for your channel, Marek Tomczak

[@BoBeats]

Valid points and I think 1010music are well aware. Its always difficult to compare prices: as a customer you should absolutely do that, but as a reviewer I also have to be aware that smaller companies can't compete with multi national billion dollar companies (such as Roland). So price reflects many things: size of company, the parts used, how those parts are sourced, where you manufacturer etc. That being said: always look at whats available before purchase and make up your own mind what makes sense to you.

[@raytbrown2]

You said it perfectly!

[@SonicVibe]

Have any of your cons been addressed in firmware updates now that it’s been several months ?

[@BoBeats]

I think there was a fw update but I am not 100% sure which of my complaints were fixed. I know they improved the Lemondrop and they do have my list for Razz.

[@shinjiisdead]

Idk how to connect a midi controller

[@beatnikcafe]

I bought a Digitakt instead of a Model:Samples instead of something else etc.. but the main function was simply to provide an audible reference and master midi clock for my live looping setup. The Digitakt may seem like overkill but I do use it for other things and now with external audio and the more recent addition of song mode I think it will become even more tightly integrated into my live looping setup. I’ve still kept one eye on the lookout for an alternative device for providing a click-metronome + clock. I am not knocking the price but if this was $250, I’d be sold. I’m not saying it’s not worth more, just not sure it worth more for what I need. Pedalboard space is at an extreme premium so if this gets good reviews and has a solid clock I might end up getting one. Digitakt fits on my board but I don’t have the heart to velcro it down. Also, programming it that way will be a pain. Hey Bo Beats, great review/demo as always, and thank you.

[@lwpweb]

the polyend play looks like it comes out 1900.

[@sodiumlights]

That sequencer on the BB please

[@entropybound]

Nice review and nice unit (& I love my lemondrop) - but I keep wondering when they will have mercy on us and let us convert one nanobox into another - is there any obvious difference between their hardware?

[@BoBeats]

No obvious different hardware and I think they simply decided that this is their business model.

[@bjamminsincebirth3494]

Does the 1010 Black Box have the same sampler drum machine?

[@BoBeats]

Not that I know, it only has sample playback I think (havnt used one much yet)

[@symbiat0]

I feel like the nanboxes should all be Eurorack modules… 😉

[@Beatprisoner]

Fully agree with everything you said in your conclsion.

[@heythere6983]

I am new to drum machines. I have a question, do drum machines have the ability of picking a time signature and letting it randomly make a beat to that time signature ? And then edit from there ? I’m looking for a machine that can basically just give me beats in different time signatures and tempos. Instead of making very beat I’m curious to have the ability to just pick a style first and let it make the best for me so I can write to the best with another instrument, is this possible? Or do I have to program the entire beat and time signature?

[@BoBeats]

Check Polyend Play for this

[@heythere6983]

Thanks I’ll give it a look. I feel like I’m almost describing a sophisticated metronome . Different time signatures emphasizing different upbeats and downbeats. That way I can just write melodies over it instead of labor behind programming everything . Thanks again!

[@snörre23]

Is there really a market for toy boxes like that, i wouldnt even buy that at the price point of the pocket operators, why not make a solid, bigger thing, like two or three times the size of he blackbox and with professional featurs.

[@BoBeats]

Good question. I assume as they make multiple ones there must be a market?

[@zdravkodimitrov]

If they just made a regular VA with 8 voices that can be easily controlled by Keystep 37, and for no more than $250, it will be a real hit.

[@BoBeats]

solid idea

[@sodothehivesonhisleg]

$399 and no battery or USB midi :/

[@wickeddubz]

It should be called Dive, drum machine for menu divers. And you control it with much more usable Polyend Play, wich is quite ironic. Not viable product in general. M8 is cool because it’s a tracker. TE POs are cool because they are instant. Drum machine should be either instant like DFAM, or have decent UI for drum machines(Rytm, TR, MFB). This one is a toy that requires a lot of external gear to work comfortably. Fits in a pocket? Yes.

[@soacker25]

200%!!!

[@Luap-ls3ix]

1010 is really putting out some great gear I just wish they would create a midi controller line for all of their devices.

[@anteeko]

"1010 is really putting out some great gear I just wish they would create a midi controller line for all of their devices." I second that!

[@iamrocketray]

You could use the 1010 BlackBox

[@mauchkimberly]

Too bad. I like this idea and the size. I get why they wouldn't want to include slicing and looping in this when it's in the blackbox. But it would have been nice if one could pop the sd card out of the razz, prep the loop/slice in the blackbox and then return it to the razz. Maybe that's not possible, since the machines are quite different. But since you can't this isn't for me.

[@fischergreen4134]

The only point I see in this is if you are very short of space why would you want to have to work with such a small interface Maybe I'm missing something

[@timdanyo898]

This would be a good sound design box and then trigger the sounds externally. I’d skip making actual grooves on it.

[@BoBeats]

Same!

[@AdamsBrew78]

Not a fan of the bright colors or the high price of such a small, toy-like devices. If it was $250 or less and had some muted color options (or, better yet, black) I’d certainly take another look.

[@telumatramenti7250]

I wonder which groovebox/sampler/drum machine will finally end up winning me over to the hardware side. Definitely not this one. I'm already deeply invested into hardware synths when it comes to melody. Beats however is a different story. I'm one of those people who spend hours online looking for sound samples, and once I find what I like, - I immediately convert it to .WAV and load it into my DAW drum machine/sampler on the fly. And this is why despite the fact that I have a number of hardware synths, my drum machine is still my laptop. Hardware groovebox would interrupt that workflow

[@digitaldobbie]

Nice idea however way too much menu diving for a drum machine. A live performer likes knobs and sliders not time wasting menus and sub-menus. Also the colour is weird. I like the idea of small, but the design needs a thought or two.

[@dkb219]

Seems cool, but the Blackbox is already fantastic for drums, so this would need to be haunted by the ghost of John Bonham to make it worth my while.

[@tonyhc2393]

Is it me or... does it sound like an 8bit arcade videogame?? Well, for the same price you can get a used Digitakt...no game.

[@lancepage1914]

Totally!

[@SamPrince]

Yes, completely agree. They are small, but only usable when hooked up to something big so that seems pointless. Those billions of menus tell you the goal is sound design, but all the drums sound like a piece of shareware I used to have on Windows 98. Nowhere near as good value as the cheaper POs or the more expensive Digitakt.

[@beatspieces6213]

I think my next purchase is going to be an OP-1 field. I kind of want to build a mini setup, that has a bunch of high power mini synths. I was also thinking about getting an Aero looper, if I end up getting the field, so I can use it to make up for the limited tracks in the filed. I've had my eye on the lemon drop for a minute, and this one is another possible future purchase, for my mini setup.

[@casinowilhelm]

Can't you just buy a second hand tablet and use that? Many more software options. Or even your old phone.

[@k-g-p]

Just get Koala Sampler instead. Nice color though...🙏✌️

[@richardcnrd8302]

What's the price did you know ?I'm guessing 259?Shane no internal battery ..

[@BoBeats]

unfortunately quite a bit more expensive which is a bummer

[@roryjineffect]

@@BoBeats once they hit used in the 250-300 range, then it is on the possible hit list.

[@Calamindir]

They are too expensive. If they were Volca price then I would have got all 3 by now

[@BoBeats]

I think many would agree with you there

[@Eli_B3000]

The Lemondrop was a decent purchase, there isn't much granular hardware in that price range (I have the GR-1 as well), but is missing a few key features that would really make the price point worth it.

[@Calamindir]

@@Eli_B3000 /agree. Its only really the lemondrop or the GR-1 in that field

[@bluematrix5001]

Those are just cool gadgets

[@thedanni88]

Good video but i dont agree with the battery thought. Battery gives a more kids toy experience and its just bad for nature,

[@publika6883]

Not to shit on you Bo because you're doing your job but I really dislike their new product line for ants. The blackbox is already small enough.

[@BoBeats]

no worries, the size is definitely a feature that makes it "not for everyone". For me its totally fine, but as I note in the video if you have large hands its just difficult to use.

[@hypnotikpsykotik]

Cute idea but the manufacture is straight up taking the piss with pricing. $699 for the Lemondrop in Australia. Ableton Push 2 is currently $799 on sale on their site. Also could get a Maschine Mikro Mk3 (

[@paulmint1775]

Core that's expensive , sounds nice tho.

[@bryanbytes]

Great, starting off the week with some GAS

[@BoBeats]

Im here for ya!

[@bryanbytes]

I feel like 1010 could be a Polyend. Really love both other nanos… but the lack of battery, underdeveloped workflow, and light outer shells are misses. That said, this is now at the top of my wishlist.

[@tysoncarlson8961]

11:30 S-A-F-E-T-Y!

[@VJFranzK]

Another series of hardware gear which is only differentiated by the software it's running? Disappointing.

[@the_JTowny]

This is the piece of the market that just really feels like it's not for me.

[@CaffPidge]

Got excited until i red "399$" on sweetwater..

[@ciatangallaghe2485]

No man, this is taking the piss. 444 quid. No. I don't like. If I wanted an iPad, Id buy one.

[@AName-mg2bd]

for an extra 200USD you can get an M8 Tracker from Dirtywave which blows this thing out of the water. It even beats the 1010 blackbox for the money

[@kidarchitecture]

I bought a used elektron instead

[@petercane6376]

I get suspicious when I see a review on a piece of gear and then next to it is another giant processor. I cannot tell which is doing what and it also indicates that the tiny nano box drum machine cannot be used without something bigger in addition that fits the fingers. Seems rather pointless making it nano when its too small to be ergonomic.

[@freezerman5871]

At 450€/$ this init seems way overpriced. Considering the limited voice and sequencer capabilities. The size is a major appeal though, but also a drawback at times. Mixed feelings here. At 150€ I would have bought this immediately to complement my portable setup.

[@UNSCPILOT]

Still need to get tge Nanobox Lemondrop, stop tempting me with new things! My poor wallet can't take it XD

[@WrvrUgoThrUR]

Lots of cool gear--and we should be grateful, but I think the manufacturers are just patronizing, grfiting and placating us at this point😂 $400!!!!!! PASS!!! Makes for a great KZbin video and satisfies my gear video binging habit--but I already got gear that can do with this pocket pal can do. But this video gets a like anyway--because.....coolness, basically.

[@BoBeats]

As long as I get the like I am happy 🥳

[@Drinkyoghurt]

They should really take some notes from the Korg Volca line. Cheap, analog or digital with a specific purpose which works really well for it, can use replaceable batteries or a power adapter. This little box should be 200 euros max, at €450 I really can't justify it, especially since you can buy a Minilogue XD at that price (new) which genuinely offers a better bang for buck. Yeah, it's not a sampler, but I'd argue that a sampler shouldn't be the same price as an analog + digital triple oscillator synth.

[@AveragePicker]

@@Drinkyoghurt If you were to build one from a raspberry pi, (say for etsy selling) you'd be hard pressed to bring it in under 200. You'd have to not count any time and labor, and any coding/software development, and probably cheap out on the case. I get how it feels priced high but it seems about right too.

[@WrvrUgoThrUR]

@@BoBeats for sure. I’d rather good folks like you demo and review this stuff than not-even if I have no use for the device or have something that already fills the need. The onus is on me the tame my G.A.S. and just appreciate the innovation and effort out into these videos.👍🏽

[@Emily_M81]

Damn it, Bob. I need a new drum widget like I need an STI. But it's so smol and cute... that UI looks very well designed for the two knobs. Toss it into a bag with a Launchpad Mini for portable finger drumming. Oh bloody hell it has a sequencer :D

[@fjfrancois]

Digital? I bet.

[@cybergwen]

Amost definitely, it probably has the same internals as the other nanoboxes and only differs in what firmware it uses. (I'd prefer if the firmware was useable on multiple devices, but I understand this business decision of theirs. Not sure if any components are different between them as well or not.)

[@danieldaniel7871]

Lemondrop is superb and I was waiting for razz because of this. Well razz was disappointing although devices way of making sounds is interesting and nice in many ways. The sequencer though is lame af. As the sequencer is at it's current state it no way near worth buying, even volka sample can beat this sequencer vise in many ways. If they're not going to update it soon enough I'll have to sell it away.

[@BoBeats]

Agreed sequencer is very lackluster

[@soacker25]

Considering the price this unit is a complete joke....😒

[@strelokknoize]

459 € in Germany. I'm out.

[@BoBeats]

price is definitely high

[@saber5401]

A little big for my taste... need it much smaller...lol

[@BoBeats]

😅♥️

[@DanieleGiannattasio]

I predict the next one will be green. If not, I'm going to delete this comment.

[@DesertNinjaX]

Gorilla brand Mounting Putty. Check that stuff out. Put it under your gear and forget about it moving around.

[@celtislam]

Over priced !

[@AveragePicker]

Sort of...I think if it's in the budget you'd just be better off spending the extra and getting a Blackbox. But if you were to try to make this one and sell it on like etsy or ebay you'd be hard pressed to not be at about this same price point.

[@markh5399]

The price of this they must be having a laugh

[@BinxKnightNumbers]

For the price id rather buy a used digitakt. Im getting toy vibes from this thing lol

[@78thandSynth]

I equate all these little nibble sound toys to synth crack. Nah.

[@BoBeats]

😆 synth crack! Isn’t that like saying drug drugs?! 😅😆

[@78thandSynth]

@@BoBeats awesome. I am 12 months in and it is an intense experience. I honestly think the consumer base will grow in short term. There is just so much amazing gear.

[@BoBeats]

Totally! Lots of fun to be had

[@summerlaverdure]

the sampler isnt the point, doy