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The Arturia MicroFreak Vocoder Edition takes the hybrid Freak formula and makes it even better with a 16-band Vocoder mode, a detachable gooseneck mic and a sleek, updated look. It's the uniquely unpredictable MicroFreak, with 14 digital oscillator modes, velvety analog filters and heaps of modulation and randomization controls, supercharged with wild vocoding abilities.

The Vocoder Engine

Arturia created a 16-band mode to transform your voice in the Freakiest way possible. The vocoder engine features three waveforms: sawtooth, pulse width and noise. Timbre and Shape knobs adjust the response of the 16 frequency bands.

MicroFreak Vocoder Edition goes beyond robot vocals. 16 presets give you instant access to android translations, crystalline harmonies and vibrant formant sequences. Connect an external sound source, like a drum machine or synth, via the headphone socket for glitchy sound processing.

Step Up to the Mic

A simple, removable mic attachment lets you sprinkle your voice into the mix. A gooseneck design means quick position adjustment, with easy connection straight into the headphone socket alongside your cans. The utility menu lets you set your preferred mic gain and noise gate settings.

A New Dress Code

MicroFreak has always been out to make a statement, and the Vocoder Edition is no exception. The control panel has been given a makeover. The center strip boasts a bold Swan graphic, while a sleek white finish makes this limited-edition Freak stand out from the crowd.

The Freak Within

Behind the revamped appearance and microphone attachment is the same lovable maniac that set the synth world spinning. Sparkling digital and wavetable oscillators collide with warm analog filters. A unique poly-aftertouch PCB keyboard combines with a distinctly freaky arpeggiator and sequencer. Bathe your mix in sonic hysterics with the erratic mod matrix or the unique Spice and Dice randomizers.
Arturia MicroFreak Vocoder Edition
Arturia MicroFreak Vocoder Edition
Arturia MicroFreak Vocoder Edition

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  • Synthesizer with 256 preset slots and 224 factory presets
  • 14 variable digital oscillator modes, including Mutable Instruments Plaits engines and new Vocoder mode
  • Gooseneck electret microphone
  • Analog State Variable Filter, 12dB/octave, resonant, Low Pass, Band Pass, High Pass
  • ADSR envelope
  • Cycling Envelope offering two modes: Envelope & LFO
  • LFO with Sync: Sine, Tri, Saw, Square, Random, Slew Random
  • Modulation matrix with five sources and seven destinations (three custom destinations)
  • Monophonic or Paraphonic modesā€”up to four voices
  • Chord mode lets you program a chord shape and play it on any note
  • Scale Quantize lets you set a specific scale for the white notes for easy performance
  • 25-key capacitive keybed with polyphonic aftertouch
  • Capacitive touch strip
  • Crisp OLED display for editing and parameter values
  • Powerful multi-mode arpeggiator: Up, Order, Random, Pattern modes
  • Spice & Dice Gate randomizers
  • 64-step sequencer: 2 patterns per preset, 4 automation tracks per preset
  • CV/Gate/Mod outputs
  • USB, Clock and MIDI in and out
  • 6.35 mm master and 3.5mm headphone output
  • MIDI Control Center software included

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Keyboard
  • Number of keys: 25
  • Aftertouch: Yes
Sounds
  • Polyphony (max): 4 voices
  • Included presets: 224
  • User preset slots: 256
Connectivity
  • Output: CV/Gate/Mod
  • MIDI Connectivity: In/Out
  • USB Connectivity: Yes
  • Headphone out: Yes
  • Other: Clock In/Out
Onboard Features
  • Sequencer: 64-step
  • Arpeggiator: Yes
  • Display: OLED
  • Effects: Yes
  • Pitch bend/Modulation: Both

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  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byConscious Crystals

    fromWA

    I was curious when the new Arturia Micro Freak Vocoder will be available for in store pickup. I live in Seattle, near the South Center location. Thanks!šŸ˜Š

    I was curious when the new Arturia Micro Freak Vocoder will be available for in store pickup. I live in Seattle, near the South Center location. Thanks!šŸ˜Š

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Please contact your local store for specific inquiries regarding their inventory