Arturia MicroFreak Hybrid Synthesizer

The Arturia MicroFreak is a distinctive digital synthesiser that combines multiple wavetable and digital sound engines with a versatile analogue filter, creating truly unique sonic possibilities. Its innovative poly-aftertouch flat keyboard encourages expressive playing, while built-in sequencer features unleash creative spontaneity. Perfect for both adventurous beginners and seasoned professionals, MicroFreak is where cutting-edge technology meets playful experimentation.

Main Features

• Diverse digital oscillator modes including Vocoder, Superwave, Karplus-Strong, and Texturer
• Open-source oscillator algorithms from Mutable Instruments for modular flexibility
• Exclusive Noise Engineering oscillator modes: SawX, Harm, and Bass
• Multimode analogue filter inspired by the 12 dB Oberheim SEM offering low-pass, band-pass, and high-pass options
• Poly-aftertouch-enabled flat PCB keyboard for expressive control and fast performance
• Four-voice paraphonic and unison modes for rich textures
• Powerful arpeggiator and innovative Spice & Dice sequencer functions introducing controlled randomness
• Extensive modulation with a 5x7 matrix for flexible routing
• 320 factory presets plus room for 64 user-created sounds
• Crystal-clear OLED display for intuitive navigation
• USB, MIDI, and CV connectivity for seamless integration with DAWs and modular rigs
• Functions as a polyphonic aftertouch MIDI controller

Versatile Sound Creation at Your Fingertips

MicroFreak offers a wealth of oscillator options ranging from classic to experimental. Load your own wavetables or explore unique sounds with modes such as Karplus-Strong plucked strings or vocoder effects. The combination of mutable algorithms and exclusive Noise Engineering modes gives you near-endless sonic variety. Its state-variable analogue filter responds expressively, cutting through or softly shaping tones as you desire.

Innovative Sequencing and Modulation

Create evolving, dynamic patterns with the onboard sequencer, enhanced by the intuitive Spice and Dice randomisation tools that invite happy accidents and musical discovery. The 5x7 modulation matrix lets you reroute modulation sources and destinations, encouraging experimentation and freshness in your sound design.

Expressive and Futuristic Keyboard Design

MicroFreak’s flat, PCB-based keyboard offers fast, reliable tracking with no moving parts. The poly-aftertouch allows each key to send individual pressure data, enabling nuanced performance controls not found on conventional keyboards. This innovative design also doubles as a sophisticated MIDI controller, empowering you to unlock polyphonic aftertouch capabilities in your favourite software instruments.

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