freak

Edgy digital synthesizers

The Freak synthesizers unite digital and analog, wavetable and FM, musicality and randomness, for an adrenaline-fuelled hybrid synth experience like no other. Built to encourage experimentation, reward curiosity, and offer instant outside-the-box musical results, the unique design and sonic palette of the Freak range is out to break the mould.

Escape
the ordinary

Unique machines with multiple personalities to suit your style; choose virtual analog, choose wavetable, choose vocoder - with the Freaks, you can choose anything. Surprise yourself with a hybrid sound and a uniquely playful musical experience that’s equal parts unpredictable and addictive.

01

Hybrid sound

Journey across unexplored sonic terrain, from grainy to crunchy to silky smooth. Change course instantly with multi-mode oscillators, analog filters, and intelligent parameters.

02

Designed differently

The Freak range is built to make you think differently about your music. From unique expression tools to unpredictable algorithms, you’ll be outside the box in no time.

03

Modulation

Unlock cascading modulation and near-endless assignable parameters, deceptively simple controls, and intuitive visual interfaces.

Freak by name, freak by nature. Explore the ultimate limits of your synth and embark on the most radical sound experience. Embrace a wide variety of synthetic sounds, find your own creative madness and push it to the extreme for something never seen before. It’s so freaking good.

Meet
the Freak

new

MiniFreak Stellar

Dark sky synthesis

new

MicroFreak Stellar

Experimental Hybrid Synth

MiniFreak

Spontaneous algorithmic synthesizer

MicroFreak Vocoder Edition

Fluent In Chaos

Euan Dickinson

MASSIVE ATTACK gets creative with MicroFreak

Massive Attack are known for their intensity, wide range of emotions and inimitable electronic sound. We visited their studio in Bristol, UK, to see how the MicroFreak has added to their creative process.

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Where the
story starts

  • JAN 2019

    MicroFreak

    MicroFreak exploded onto the scene with a truly unique hybrid design. Combining glistening digital and wavetable oscillators with velvety analog filters and wild mod matrix capabilities, it's out to break the rules. Unpredictable by nature and thrilling to play, every time. Add its freaky randomization functions and a unique PCB keybed, and you've got a desktop synth that dares you to think differently.

  • JAN 2020

    MicroFreak firmware

    1 year on, a free firmware update drastically expanded on MicroFreak’s hybrid foundations. New oscillator modes, including Noise and Chord, as well as scale quantization, new presets and more. Even more tricks up the Freak’s sleeve at no additional cost, cementing its position as an ultra-fun, ultra-flexible instrument like no other.

  • SEP 2020

    Vocoder Edition

    The uniquely unpredictable MicroFreak formula, supercharged with a 16-band Vocoder engine. Sing alongside glistening digital textures. Add paraphonic harmonies to external sound sources. Scatter spoken word across sprawling modulated sequences. This limited edition release, complete with gooseneck microphone, was accompanied by a firmware update for MicroFreak users that included the Vocoder engine.

Freak
the artists' perspective

We're humbled to see inspiring artists around the world choosing Arturia products. See how world-renowned names from across the musical spectrum use Arturia in their creative process.

Technology

Anatomy of the Freak

The technology that sets the Freak range apart, setting the standard for musical hardware and software.

  • Sound engines : Incorporating numerous digital sound engines, the Freak range offers vastly expanded sonic possibilities, from familiar modes like Wavetable and Karplus Str. to collaboratively-designed algorithms like SawX and Speech mode.

  • Musical randomness : The Freak range is engineered to inject a certain amount of chaos into your creative flow. Calculated musical randomization, fun expressive tools, and intricate interaction between parameters is all part of the Freak's technological singularity.

  • Updatability : The digital architecture of the Freak means that it can easily be expanded and updated throughout its lifespan. From new sound engines to expand preset functionality, these hybrid instruments simply offer more creative value over time.

What’s next?
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