ADDAC System Introduces the CV & MIDI to DMX512 Light Control Universe
New ADDAC223 covers all DMX needs straight from your Eurorack system, in a fully configurable and versatile system
Lisbon, Portugal, June 12, 2025 — ADDAC System announces its latest Eurorack module: the CV & MIDI to DMX512 Light Control Universe. Back in 2010, ADDAC released its first DMX module, and now this updated solution is able cover all DMX needs straight from your Eurorack system in a fully configurable and versatile system.
Together with the ADDAC220 Dual Envelope Follower and ADDAC607 Crossover modules, it is simple to create a system for sound-to-light reaction using both audio amplitude and spectrum translation. Such a system features no latency when compared to a digital implementation, as all amplitude detection and spectrum separation is done in the analog realm.
The DMX protocol
DMX (Digital Multiplexing) is the standard protocol used in lighting rigs around the world, - from the biggest summer festival, to the smallest venue, and even for home automation. It is also used to control other fixtures like smoke machines, fans, motors, confetti blowers, sparks generators, even pyrotechnics.
The protocol itself is extremely versatile and simple to use, featuring 512 channels that can be addressed individually and continuously updated. Each set of 512 channels is usually called a “Universe” as multiple Universes can be used in rigs that require more than 512 channels.
Any fixture that features a DMX input and output pair is compatible with this system.
The new ADDAC module features 13 CV inputs, which can be assigned to any of the 512 DMX channels using the configuration webpage using Google Chrome: http://media.addacsystem.com/ADDAC223.
ADDAC220 Main Features
- 13 CV INPUTS routable to any DMX Channel
- 5 with Attenuator & Offset knobs + positive/bipolar switch
- 7 with Attenuator knob
- 1 CV input only - LOG/LIN/EXP control over the DMX output curve.
- MASTER FADE control knob for full blackouts.
- PRESETS control knob
- USB for configuration and MIDI to DMX
- XLR 3Pin for DMX output
- Browser configurable
- White areas in panel for user notation.
The new ADDAC223 CV & MIDI to DMX512 enables Eurorack users to leverage the powerful DMX protocol across many possible applications noted above in live performances and events, theater, mixed media installations and so much more. Please access detailed information on the ADDAC System website, where you can find an operators manual, technical descriptions, information on presets, cheat sheets, a web configuration tool, and so much more: https://www.addacsystem.com/en/products/modules/addac200-series/addac223
About ADDAC System
ADDAC develops advanced instruments for sonic expression. The company started back in 2009 with an ambition to explore the potential crossover between analog synthesizers and computers. Because its first creations sparked a lot of attention, ADDAC decided to work hard and put them in customers' hands. Today our product line is focused on a new breed of hybrid synths, that make use of the best of both the digital and analog worlds. We've grown to be able to reach thousands of enthusiastic clients, friends and collaborators. Always looking into conceptualizing and developing the most exquisite instruments, we hope you're able to join and share this passion with us.
Our solutions can be found in many personal studio throughout the world, owned by musicians in several planes of stardom. We especially appreciate seeing them being used in a very wide range of musical genres.
