AR-MINIFREAK49
Arturia MiniFreak 49 Synthesizer 6-Voice Synth 49-Note Full Size Keys
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The Arturia MiniFreak 49 is a powerful six-voice hybrid synthesizer that combines raw analogue character, versatile digital synthesis and expressive hands-on performance in a 49-key instrument. Building on the creative possibilities of the MiniFreak, this expanded model introduces a full-size semi-weighted keyboard with velocity and monophonic aftertouch, a multidimensional XYZ touch matrix and enhanced sound-shaping controls. Designed for electronic musicians, producers, sound designers and live performers, the MiniFreak 49 offers an inspiring platform for exploring everything from classic synthesizer sounds to experimental sonic textures.
At the heart of the MiniFreak 49 are two digital sound engines offering more than 30 oscillator modes. These include virtual analogue, FM, wavetable, granular, sample-based and physical modelling synthesis, with algorithms developed by Arturia, Mutable Instruments and Noise Engineering. Engine 2 can process Engine 1 for additional sound-design possibilities, while external audio can be routed through the voice architecture. Each of the six voices features an analogue state-variable filter and VCA, delivering rich analogue character and responsive tonal control. Audio-rate Filter FM from either engine provides further opportunities for aggressive, evolving and harmonically complex sounds.
The MiniFreak 49 introduces an expressive XYZ touch matrix that transforms sound editing and performance into an interactive experience. Musicians can slide across the surface and apply pressure to control multiple parameters simultaneously, creating dynamic changes in real time. The matrix also supports direct modulation assignment, swipeable preset browsing, visual feedback and Freak Control. With Macro, Gate and Spice functions, bipolar and vector layouts, and the ability to draw custom LFO shapes directly on the touch surface, the MiniFreak 49 makes sophisticated modulation intuitive and immediate.
Extensive modulation capabilities include an envelope, a cycling envelope and two user-customisable LFOs per voice. Voice Panning with selectable stereo spread algorithms adds movement and width to basses, pads and evolving textures. Three independent digital effects slots provide 13 algorithms each, including Self Vocoder and External Input Vocoder options. Expanded hands-on controls bring both sound engines and all three effects slots within easy reach, allowing musicians to shape, colour and transform sounds without interrupting their creative workflow.
The 49-note full-size semi-weighted keyboard offers comfortable two-handed performance, with velocity sensitivity and monophonic aftertouch for expressive control. Aluminium pitch and modulation wheels provide tactile performance control, while the intuitive 64-step sequencer includes four lanes of automated modulation. The Performance Arpeggiator adds octave jumps, ratchets, repeats and Spice & Dice functions for creating intricate rhythmic patterns and evolving musical ideas.
For studio production and live performance, the MiniFreak 49 offers comprehensive connectivity, including MIDI input, output and thru, USB-C, sustain pedal input, audio input, clock input and output, and stereo audio outputs. It is also compatible with polyphonic aftertouch information from supported controllers and digital audio workstations. The included MiniFreak V software provides full DAW integration, preset management and bidirectional hardware control, allowing sounds to move seamlessly between the physical synthesizer and a computer-based production environment.
With 350 factory presets, 162 user preset slots and 256 MB of sample and wavetable memory, the MiniFreak 49 provides a substantial foundation for musical exploration. Its refreshed preset library is colour-coded on the XYZ matrix for convenient navigation, while compatibility with original MiniFreak presets ensures access to an established collection of sounds. Combining extensive synthesis capabilities with expressive performance controls and modern connectivity, the Arturia MiniFreak 49 is a versatile instrument for musicians who want to push every sound further.
Features
- Six-voice hybrid synthesizer combining digital sound engines with analogue filters and VCAs
- 49-note full-size semi-weighted keyboard with velocity sensitivity and monophonic aftertouch
- Aluminium pitch and modulation wheels for expressive performance control
- Two digital sound engines with more than 30 oscillator modes
- Extensive synthesis options including virtual analogue, FM, wavetable, granular, sample-based and physical modelling
- Oscillator algorithms developed by Arturia, Mutable Instruments and Noise Engineering
- Engine 2 can process Engine 1 for additional sound-shaping possibilities
- External audio can be routed through the synthesizer's voice architecture
- Polyphonic analogue state-variable filters and VCAs
- Audio-rate Filter FM from either sound engine for complex harmonic textures
- One envelope and one cycling envelope per voice
- Two LFOs per voice with user-customisable shapes
- Multidimensional XYZ touch matrix with pressure-sensitive control
- XYZ matrix supports visual feedback, modulation assignment, preset browsing and Freak Control
- Freak Control offers Macros, Gate and Spice functions with bipolar and vector layouts
- Draw custom LFO shapes directly on the XYZ touch matrix
- Voice Panning with selectable stereo spread algorithms
- Three digital effects slots with 13 algorithms available in each slot
- Effects include Self Vocoder and External Input Vocoder algorithms
- Expanded hands-on controls provide direct access to both sound engines and all three effects slots
- Three direct engine-access buttons per oscillator
- 1.3-inch OLED display for parameter editing and navigation
- 64-step sequencer with four lanes of automated modulation
- Performance Arpeggiator with octave jumps, ratchets, repeats and Spice & Dice functions
- 256 MB of sample and wavetable memory
- 350 factory presets, colour-coded on the XYZ matrix
- 162 user preset slots for storing custom sounds
- Compatible with presets from the original Arturia MiniFreak
- MIDI input, output and thru for integration with external MIDI equipment
- USB-C connectivity for computer integration
- Sustain pedal, external audio input and clock input/output connections
- Compatible with polyphonic aftertouch from supported controllers and DAWs
- Stereo audio outputs for connecting to mixers, audio interfaces and amplification systems
- Includes MiniFreak V companion software with DAW integration, preset management and bidirectional hardware control
- Suitable for studio production, live performance and advanced sound design
Specifications
General
- Brand: Arturia
- Model: MiniFreak 49
- Product Type: Hybrid Polyphonic Synthesizer
- Synthesis Architecture: Digital Sound Engines with Analogue Filters and VCAs
- Maximum Polyphony: 6 Voices
- Keyboard: 49 Full-Size Semi-Weighted Keys
- SKU: 571011
- UPC/EAN: 3760033532387
Keyboard & Performance Controls
- Number of Keys: 49
- Key Size: Full-Size
- Keybed Action: Semi-Weighted
- Velocity Sensitivity: Yes
- Aftertouch: Monophonic
- Pitch Wheel: Aluminium
- Modulation Wheel: Aluminium
- Polyphonic Aftertouch Compatibility: Supported with Compatible Controllers and DAWs
Sound Engines
- Number of Digital Sound Engines: 2
- Oscillator Modes: More Than 30
- Synthesis Types: Virtual Analogue, FM, Wavetable, Granular, Sample-Based and Physical Modelling
- Engine Interaction: Engine 2 Can Process Engine 1
- External Audio Processing: Audio Input Can Be Routed Through the Voice Architecture
- Direct Engine Controls: 3 Engine-Access Buttons per Oscillator
Arturia Oscillator Modes
- Particles: Included
- Lick: Included
- Frozen: Included
- Raster: Included
- Skan: Included
- Hit Grains: Included
- Cloud Grains: Included
- Sample: Included
- Wavetable: Included
- Noise: Included
- Superwave: Included
- Harmo: Included
- KarplusStrong: Included
- BasicWaves: Included
- AudioIn: Included
- MultiFilter: Included
- SurgeonFilter: Included
- CombFilter: Included
- PhaseFilter: Included
- Destroy: Included
- Fm/Am: Included
Mutable Instruments Oscillator Modes
- V.Analog: Included
- Waveshaper: Included
- Two Op. FM: Included
- Formant: Included
- Chords: Included
- Speech: Included
- Modal: Included
Noise Engineering Oscillator Modes
- SawX: Included
- Harm: Included
- Bass: Included
Filters & Amplifiers
- Filter Type: Polyphonic Analogue State-Variable
- Filter Configuration: One Analogue Filter per Voice
- Amplifiers: Analogue VCAs
- Filter FM: Audio-Rate Modulation from Either Sound Engine
Modulation
- Envelopes: 1 per Voice
- Cycling Envelopes: 1 per Voice
- LFOs: 2 per Voice
- Custom LFO Shapes: Supported
- LFO Shape Editing: Direct Drawing on XYZ Touch Matrix
- Voice Panning: Supported
- Stereo Spread: Selectable Algorithms
- Direct Modulation Assignment: Supported via XYZ Touch Matrix
XYZ Touch Matrix
- Control Type: Multidimensional Pressure-Sensitive Touch Matrix
- Control Dimensions: X, Y and Pressure
- Real-Time Modulation: Supported
- Direct Modulation Assignment: Supported
- Preset Browsing: Swipeable
- Visual Feedback: Supported
- Freak Control: Supported
- Freak Control Functions: Macros, Gate and Spice
- Freak Control Layouts: Bipolar and Vector
- Custom LFO Drawing: Supported
- Preset Colour Coding: Supported
Effects
- Digital Effects Slots: 3
- Available Algorithms per Slot: 13
- Self Vocoder: Included
- External Input Vocoder: Included
- Direct Effects Controls: Available for All 3 Slots
Sequencer & Arpeggiator
- Sequencer Type: Step Sequencer
- Maximum Sequence Length: 64 Steps
- Automated Modulation Lanes: 4
- Arpeggiator: Performance Arpeggiator
- Arpeggiator Functions: Octave Jumps, Ratchets, Repeats and Spice & Dice
Memory & Presets
- Sample and Wavetable Memory: 256 MB
- Factory Presets: 350
- User Preset Slots: 162
- Original MiniFreak Preset Compatibility: Yes
- Preset Colour Coding: Supported via XYZ Touch Matrix
Display & Interface
- Display: 1.3-inch OLED
- XYZ Touch Matrix: Pressure-Sensitive, Multidimensional
- Oscillator Engine-Access Buttons: 3 per Oscillator
- Hands-On Sound Editing: Supported
- Direct Effects Editing: Supported
Connectivity
- MIDI Input: Yes
- MIDI Output: Yes
- MIDI Thru: Yes
- USB Connection: USB Type-C
- Sustain Pedal Input: Yes
- External Audio Input: Yes
- Clock Input: Yes
- Clock Output: Yes
- Audio Outputs: Stereo
Software
- Included Software: Arturia MiniFreak V
- Software Type: Companion Synthesizer Plugin
- DAW Integration: Supported
- Preset Management: Supported
- Bidirectional Hardware Control: Supported
Measurements
- Width: 777 mm (30.59")
- Depth: 288 mm (11.34")
- Height: 71 mm (2.80")
- Weight: 5.7 kg (12.57 lbs)
- Package Width: 949 mm (37.36")
- Package Depth: 366 mm (14.41")
- Package Height: 145 mm (5.71")
- Package Weight: 8.5 kg (18.74 lbs)
Included Accessories
- Synthesizer: Arturia MiniFreak 49
- USB Cable: USB-A to USB-C
- Power Supply: Included
- Software: Arturia MiniFreak V
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