Arturia MicroFreak Vocoder Edition – Hybrid Synthesizer with Vocoder & Advanced Modulation

The Arturia MicroFreak Vocoder Edition combines digital innovation with analog character in a uniquely expressive instrument. This special edition adds a 16-band vocoder and a detachable gooseneck microphone, expanding the already versatile sonic palette. Featuring a powerful digital oscillator with multiple synthesis modes (including Mutable Instruments Plaits), an Oberheim SEM-inspired analog filter, and an extensive modulation matrix, MicroFreak is a playground for sound designers, live performers, and producers alike. Its poly-aftertouch touch-plate keyboard offers a highly expressive playing experience, while the built-in arpeggiator and sequencer make it perfect for both studio work and live performance.

Key Features

• 16-band vocoder: Create expressive vocal-driven textures with the included gooseneck microphone
• Versatile oscillator: Multiple synthesis modes, including Mutable Instruments Plaits
• Classic analog filter: 12 dB state-variable Oberheim SEM-style filter for rich tone shaping
• Extensive modulation: 5×7 modulation matrix for deep sound design possibilities
• Expressive keyboard: Touch-plate with polyphonic aftertouch for creative control
• Integrated sequencer & arpeggiator: Quickly create rhythmic and melodic ideas
• Connectivity: USB, 3.5 mm MIDI, CV/Gate/Pressure, and clock I/O for hardware integration

Customer Benefits

The MicroFreak Vocoder Edition gives musicians and producers a compact yet incredibly powerful instrument for experimental synthesis, vocoding, and live performance. Whether used as a sound-design tool, a performance synth, or a hybrid controller, it offers unmatched creative potential at an affordable price.

Quick Specs

• Oscillator: Digital with multiple synthesis modes (incl. Plaits)
• Filter: 12 dB state-variable Oberheim SEM-style
• Keyboard: Capacitive touch-plate with polyphonic aftertouch
• Vocoder: 16-band with gooseneck mic input
• Sequencer: Step sequencer & arpeggiator
• Modulation: 5×7 matrix
• Connections: USB-MIDI, 3.5 mm MIDI In/Out, 3.5 mm CV/Gate/Pressure, clock I/O
• Dimensions: 31.1 × 23.3 × 5.5 cm
• Weight: 1 kg