Arturia MicroFreak algorithmic synthesizer

General

Whether you've just set out on your first epic synth adventure or have already battled a few synths in your time, the new Arturia Microfreak is a compact, little challenge that is sure to inspire you! This paraphonic hybrid synthesizer isn't just impressively powerful, it's attractively-priced too. Essentially, it breaks the unwritten rule that an affordable synth can't be freakishly versatile at the same time: two very good reasons why this synth deservesa space in your collection. Another seductive detail about the Microfreak is that it was developed in collaboration with Mutable Instruments, meaning it gives you direct access to the sound of the legendary Plaits Eurorack module!

MicroFreak: sure to make your heart beat faster!

The Microfreak has 12 oscillators, 5 bespoke engines and 7 modes from Mutable Instruments on board. Wavetable synthesis, virtual analogue, physical modelling and auto-oscillation are all possibilities too. The digital oscillator can be seen as the beating heart of the Microfreak and this, in combination with the gorgeous analogue Oberheim SEM filter, is sure to make your heart beat faster if not skip a beat entirely! If you, as a synth fan, knew just how many sounds you could create, you'd already be itching to get your hands on this model!

Need more freak?

If things aren't quite freaky enough for you yet, don't worry, there's more! As well as an on-board sequencer, the Microfreak has Spice and Dice functions that can really shake things up! You can record up to four automations and change the patterns as much as you like. The original signal can be extensively influenced by the 5x7 mod matrix. This potent synth also has a PCB keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch and pressure sensitivity. Finally, the Microfreak can also be used as a controller for modular synths or your DAW thanks to its USB, CV and MIDI outputs.