1010music Blackbox 2

blackbox 2 – Compact sampler for DAW-free music production and live performance

blackbox 2 is an advanced compact sampler designed for DAW-free music creation, sampling, and live performances. With a high-resolution color touchscreen, powerful sequencing, and comprehensive sampling features, it offers a flexible workflow for both the studio and the stage.

The instrument handles loops, one-shots, slicing, multisampling, and external instruments in a portable format with a built-in battery for mobile music production.

Key Features

• Compact sampler for DAW-free production and live performance
• 2x higher performance than the original version
• High-resolution 4” color touchscreen
• 4 flexible tracks for Shredder, Loop, One-Shot, Slicer, Multisample, and external instruments
• One-Shot and Loop with support for 16 samples per patch
• Step sequencer, piano roll, and probability sequencing
• Launch, Scene, Song, Mixing, and Effects modes
• DJ effects with XY control
• Filter, echo, gate, flanger, bitcrusher, and repeater effects
• Live looping with MIDI-triggered recording and playback
• Internal resampling
• Four-band EQ with Cut, Shelf, and Parametric settings
• Synth functions with filters, envelopes, LFOs, overdrive, and modulation matrix
• Automatic multisampling from external synths
• Streaming of long WAV files via microSD
• Support for high-capacity microSD cards
• Flexible MIDI integration with extensive MIDI CC support
• USB-C for multichannel audio and MIDI
• Built-in battery with up to 3 hours of runtime

Recording & Sampling

• Synchronized loop recording
• Automatic recording via audio level
• Recordings up to 4 hours
• Instant playback after recording for live looping
• Internal resampling of the master output
• Recording and playback via USB-C audio streaming

Connections

• USB-C host and device ports
• TRS MIDI In/Out
• TRS Clock In/Out
• Analog Clock In/Out with support for 1, 2, 4, 8, 12, and 24 PPQ
• 1 stereo audio input
• 3 stereo audio outputs
• Stereo headphone output
• microSD card slot

Technical Specifications

Display: 4” high-resolution color touchscreen
Audio: 24-bit ADC and DAC
Battery life: Up to 3 hours

Included

blackbox 2 sampler
microSD card with patches and WAV files
USB-C power cable
USB-C power/data splitter
TRS MIDI to 5-pin DIN adapter
Quick Start Guide via QR code

blackbox 2 is a powerful and portable sampling studio for sequencing, sound design, live looping, and creative music production without a computer.