Arturia MINIFREAK Polyphonic Hybrid Synthesizer, Vocoder Edition with Decksaver

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Arturia MINIFREAK Polyphonic Hybrid Synthesizer, Vocoder Edition

Turn your voice into a musical instrument

The MiniFreak Vocoder Edition includes a 16-band vocoder and a detachable gooseneck microphone, turning your voice into an expressive, playable sound source. You can speak, sing or route audio from another device into the vocoder, then shape it using MiniFreak’s internal oscillators and effects. The vocoder blends vocal character with synthetic tone, perfect for building robotic leads, synthetic choirs or metallic drones. You can freeze vowel shapes, process them through filters or layer the result with other sound engine sources. It’s a flexible tool for anyone looking to explore vocal synthesis without needing external processing gear.

Hybrid synthesis with depth and variety

MiniFreak’s core sound engine uses two digital oscillators that each offer a choice of over 30 different sound types. These range from virtual analog and wavetable to FM, ring modulation, speech models and more. You can run each oscillator separately, stack them or use one to process the other’s output. Each of the six voices is shaped through a polyphonic analog filter, adding warmth and responsiveness that balances the digital precision. This approach supports both standard sounds and experimental ones, allowing rich pads, sharp leads, glitch textures or evolving soundscapes to be built with ease.

Detailed modulation and creative effects

MiniFreak provides deep modulation tools without becoming complicated. Its modulation matrix supports seven sources and thirteen destinations, including envelopes, LFOs and performance inputs. Each voice comes with two LFOs, a standard ADSR envelope and a cycling envelope. You can also customise your LFO curves and introduce movement using FM, ring modulation or filter shaping. The effects section includes three separate slots, each with a range of options like delay, reverb, chorus, distortion and EQ. These can be used in send or insert mode, giving flexible routing for subtle shaping or bold transformations. With stereo outputs, your sound stays ready for mixdown or live sets straight from the synth.

Play, perform and integrate with ease

The 37-note Slim-key keybed is responsive and expressive, offering velocity and aftertouch to bring your playing to life. A built-in 64-step sequencer with four lanes of automation allows quick pattern building and dynamic modulation over time. The arpeggiator includes extra features like ratcheting, octave jumping and randomisation for variation. MiniFreak connects easily to studio or stage setups using USB, MIDI and clock in and out ports. It also includes MiniFreak V, a software version of the synth that runs as a plugin in your DAW. This allows seamless switching between hardware and software, keeping your creative process consistent from start to finish.

Decksaver Arturia Minifreak Cover

Durable, protective cover

The Decksaver Arturia Minifreak Cover features an ultra-durable polycarbonate shell, designed to protect from dust, liquid, particulates and accidental impact damage. It will also protect against superficial damage such as scratches or bumps while on the move.

The high quality smoke/clear sheen allows you to see the Minifreak through the cover, allowing you to see your gear at all times. The smooth and sheen like finish will slide straight into a bag, ideal for the travelling musician. The cover is custom moulded to shield keys, controls and more from damage, while still allowing you to accommodate cables.

Features

Arturia MINIFREAK Polyphonic Hybrid Synthesizer, Vocoder Edition

• Transforms voice into an instrument using a 16-band vocoder and included gooseneck mic
• Supports vocal input from speaking, singing or external sources with oscillator and effects shaping
• Enables robotic leads, synthetic choirs and metallic textures with freeze and filter tools
• Dual digital oscillators with over 30 sound types including virtual analog, wavetable and FM
• Oscillators can operate independently, layered or processed through one another
• Each of the six voices runs through a polyphonic analog filter for warm, dynamic tone
• Extensive modulation options with 7 sources and 13 destinations, including LFOs and envelopes
• Custom LFO curves, cycling envelopes and modulation via FM or ring mod add movement
• Three effects slots with delay, reverb, distortion, EQ and more in flexible routing modes
• Expressive 37-note Slim-key keybed with velocity and aftertouch
• 64-step sequencer with four automation lanes and creative arpeggiator functions
• Seamless integration via USB, MIDI and clock connections for studio or live setups
• Includes MiniFreak V plugin for DAW-based sound design and workflow continuity

Decksaver Arturia Minifreak Cover

• Custom moulded to fit the contours of the Arturia MINIFREAK Polyphonic Hybrid Synthesizer
• Highly-durable polycarbonate shell
• Protects against dust, liquid and accidental impact damage
• Space to accommodate cables
• Finished with a smoked/clear sheen
• Cover shields keys, controls and all major functions
• Ideal for the travelling musician

Specifications

Arturia MINIFREAK Polyphonic Hybrid Synthesizer, Vocoder Edition

• Dimensions: 578 x 231 x 55 mm (22.8 x 9.1 x 2.2 in)
• Product Code: 571004

Decksaver Arturia Minifreak Cover

• Dimensions (LxWxH): 58.20 x 24.0 x 4.50 cm
• Weight: 0.65 kg
• Product Code: DS-PC-MINIFREAK