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Arturia MICROFREAK

Description

Essential Information About the Arturia MicroFreak Synthesizer

  • 25-key capacitive keyboard with ultra-responsive velocity and polyphonic aftertouch for unprecedented expressive control.
  • Hybrid engine combining digital oscillators (wavetable, Karplus-Strong, Harmonic OSC, Superwave, Texturer, "Plaits") and a 12 dB SEM-inspired analog state-variable filter.
  • Integrated sequencer/arpeggiator with "Spice & Dice" and 4 automations per pattern for instant variations.
  • Paraphonic mode and MIDI, USB, CV/Gate/Pressure, Clock connectivity for exemplary studio/live integration.

A Bold Concentrate in the Arturia Range

Designed in France, the MicroFreak embodies Arturia's spirit of experimentation in a compact and affordable format. Its collaboration with Mutable Instruments around the "Plaits" oscillator marks a decidedly modern approach to sound. As a creative gateway into the Arturia ecosystem, it is also eligible for the education offer, making it a relevant choice for schools, educational studios, and mobile setups.

For Sound Explorers, From Studio to Stage

Accessible to beginners while inspiring for advanced users, the MicroFreak covers a wide spectrum: electro, techno, ambient, synthwave, pop, or soundtrack music. Its flat keyboard favors glissandi and creative pressure, while the paraphonic mode opens up edgy harmonic textures both live and in the studio. Without built-in effects, it pairs ideally with pedals and external processors.

Features and Innovations

Its engine blends digital synthesis (wavetable, physical modeling like Karplus-Strong, additive "Harmonic OSC," supersaw "Superwave," textured modes, and "Plaits") with a 12 dB analog state-variable filter (low-pass, band-pass, high-pass) capable of self-oscillation. Modulation lies at the heart of the creative flow thanks to a 6-waveform LFO, 2 envelopes, and a 5x7 modulation matrix for clear and powerful routings. On the playing side, the step sequencer records up to 4 automations per pattern, the arpeggiator stimulates ideas, and " Spice & Dice " injects controlled randomness. The OLED screen makes navigation immediate. MIDI mini-jack stereo, USB, CV/Gate/Pressure, and Clock In/Out connectivity ensure smooth integration with audio interfaces, modular systems, and stage setups.

Technical Specifications

Keyboard

  • 25 velocity-sensitive touch keys
  • Polyphonic aftertouch
  • Paraphonic mode
  • OLED screen

Sound Engine

  • Digital oscillator with modes: Karplus-Strong, Harmonic OSC, Superwave, Texturer, "Plaits" (Mutable Instruments)
  • 12 dB analog state-variable filter: low-pass, band-pass, high-pass
  • Filter self-oscillation

Modulation and Sequencing

  • LFO with 6 modes
  • 2 envelope generators
  • 5 sources x 7 destinations modulation matrix
  • Integrated arpeggiator
  • Step sequencer with 4 automation tracks
  • "Spice & Dice" functions for randomness

Effects

  • No built-in effects (reverb/chorus/delay)

Connectivity

  • Line output on 6.3 mm jack
  • CV/Gate/Pressure outputs on 3.5 mm mini-jack
  • Clock input/output on 3.5 mm mini-jack
  • MIDI input/output on 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack
  • USB port

Power Supply

  • 12 V DC power adapter included

Dimensions and Weight

  • Dimensions: 311 x 233 x 55 mm
  • Weight: 1.02 kg
Brand reference number: OAR MICROFREAK

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Synth received very quickly and well packed as usual. The machine is small and very surprising when listening to the first sounds. It is incredibly effective and all the knobs, envelope, filter, LFO, are on the front panel. The latest version to download into the machine allows coupling a microphone to enjoy the VOCODER option: great and easy to use. In short, a nice machine not too expensive that promises hours and hours of creating varied and diverse sounds. I was advised this synth and I recommend it in turn without hesitation.
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Posted on 02/03/2025
By Rosario G.
This synth is really amazing and easy to use. The sequence recording part is very interesting, of course you have to read the manual to understand everything but it is very pleasant to handle and produces a powerful and clear sound. For the price it costs, I think everyone should have one for their home studio. Thank you Arturia!
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Posted on 19/09/2020
By Alex
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Very beautiful synthesizer with lots to learn and discover. The options, buttons, and various controls are very numerous. You have to get familiar with this beautiful machine. The sounds produced are of very high quality. The videos on YouTube can help.
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Posted on 23/01/2024
By Laurent O.
I didn't think it was this good! What a joy to play for hours modulating harmonics, timbre, and realizing that everything can interact with everything! Bravo Arturia and thank you!!!
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Posted on 16/12/2020
By Bertrand C.
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An excellent value for money, lots of possibilities for such a small box :D
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Posted on 03/11/2020
By Archer Anthony
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A real little bomb. Incredible value for money, hours of gameplay ahead
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Posted on 02/07/2020
By Sebb
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Complies with the description. Many possibilities.
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Posted on 24/12/2021
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Very good product, many possibilities
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Posted on 03/05/2024
By barthélémy gueret
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Excellent synthesizer from Arturia
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Posted on 04/04/2023
By Alexandre Gérard
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Conforme a la description
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Posted on 05/12/2023
By Jonathan Cesaroni
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Very good synthetic
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Posted on 27/11/2023
By Ludovic
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Good little machine
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Posted on 08/02/2021
By Franck Jousselin
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I am very happy with this machine
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Posted on 30/06/2020
By Carton Samuel
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Videos
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