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| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
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We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
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Key Features
The Arturia MINIFREAK Polyphonic Hybrid Synthesizer bridges the gap between analog and digital, equipped with two powerful digital sound engines complete with analog filtering. From designing sounds to unique sequencing, the MINIFREAK gives you all the tools you need to create sounds and perform. Equipped with 6-voice polyphony and over 20 modes to choose from, the MINIFREAK allows you to explore the depths of polyphonic synthesis, spanning everything from virtual analog mode to FM and additive.
Product Ref: 297765
Arturia has revolutionised the MiniFreak with an incredible update featuring eight new synthesis engines, pushing the boundaries of what this compact synthesiser can achieve. These additions bring exciting capabilities centred on sample playback and granular synthesis, elevating the MiniFreak’s already versatile sound design potential. Best of all, this update is completely free for existing MiniFreak owners and can be downloaded easily via the MiniFreak V updater.
Accompanying this release is the V3 Preset Pack, a curated collection of presets showcasing the power and flexibility of the new engines. It offers an expansive palette of sounds, inspiring musicians to explore uncharted creative territory. The new engines add unprecedented depth and versatility to the MiniFreak. The Sample engine provides a simple yet effective way to manipulate and loop samples, while Cloud Grains creates lush, atmospheric textures by scattering grains across the stereo field. Hit Grains generates rhythmic stutters and explosive bursts, perfect for adding punch to your tracks.
For more experimental sound design, Frozen delivers ethereal, sustained tones, while Skan stretches samples to extreme lengths, unlocking unconventional sonic landscapes. Particles layers intricate, randomised sound particles, offering hypnotic, psychedelic effects. The Lick engine introduces dynamic, tempo-synced rhythmic grooves, and Raster transforms sounds with effects like beat repeats and unpredictable rhythmic sequences.
With the introduction of firmware 2.0, the MiniFreak expands its sound design capabilities as well as incorporating new effects and a range of upgrades and enhancements. The powerful new wavetable engine comes complete with 32 factory wavetables and 64 patches, showcasing the raw and complex character of the wavetable engine. You can also shape your wavetables and change the timbre using the 'Pulse Width' and 'Filter' controls.
Great for spatial effects, the new 'Super Unison' effect is perfect for expand the stereo field of a sound, helping you to create huge, layered tones and sounds. The 'Shaper LFO' parameter has also been upgraded, allowing you to set the LFO rate of the entire 'Shaper' length, allowing you to create custom LFO shapes with ease. Clock and Transport connectivity also means you can sync the MiniFreak with other modular/audio gear. The favourites panel has also been upgraded, allowing you to quickly access any of the your 64 favourited presets.
Setting itself apart from conventional polyphonic synthesizers, the MINIFREAK delivers 6-voice polyphony, combining two digital sound engines with the flexibility and classic sound of analog filters. This true hybrid design allows you to tap into a never-before-heard world of sounds, combining the two elements of synthesis and filtering to create unique sound content. With 22 oscillator modes in total (two oscillators and 20 varying modes) you are presented with an unparalleled tonal palette, providing all the controls you need to create any sound you can dream up. Explore the depths of polyphonic synthesis, with versatile controls that allow you to process one engine through another for unique and interesting results.
Unleash your creativity with a wide range of controls at your fingertips allowing you to create everything from unique sounds to ever-evolving performances. One of the most unique features of the MINIFREAK is the accompanying VST counterpart, allowing you to incorporate the unique hybrid sound into your digital music production. The VST version of MINIFREAK (MINIFREAK V) features identical sound engines to its hardware counterpart as well as the architecture. So no matter how you want to create and perform, the MINIFREAK has you covered.
Get in-depth with your sound design using the advanced modulation matrix that takes inspiration from previous ‘FREAK’ synthesizers. Building upon previous designs, the MINIFREAK provides unprecedented control over your sound, allowing you to add texture and colour to your synthesised sounds. Shape, sculpt and transform different tones to achieve any sound you can imagine. Equipped with polyphonic ADSR envelopes and customisable, multi-segment LFO shapes you can truly transform simple tones into anything you can think of.
From soaring leads to ethereal soundscapes, the MINIFREAK provides all the tools you need to achieve complete sonic control. As well as exciting new modulation options, the MINIFREAK features classic-style modulation in the form of FM and ring modulation as well as Spice and Dice randomisation.
From the studio to the stage, the MINIFREAK provides you with all the controls and tools you need to create groundbreaking and ever-evolving performances. The intuitive 64-step sequencer features four pages of 16 steps, allowing you to cycle through sequences and swap between them on the fly. Three digital FX slots can be configured in insert/send mode with 10 studio-grade effects to choose from. The performance arpeggiator features intuitive controls with octave randomisation and ratcheting functions to keep your performances fresh. The MINIFREAK also comes mix-ready with stereo outputs for full-bodied and immersive sound quality.
Compact and portable, the MINIFREAK is the ultimate synthesizer for musicians on the go. Providing immense sonic power in a lightweight frame, the MINIFREAK is the perfect companion for any sound designer or digital/analog musician. The 37-note slim-key keybed features velocity sensitivity and aftertouch for exceptional expression when playing. Navigating your sounds, settings and parameters are made easy thanks to the crisp OLED display, providing real-time visual feedback for all your functions.
You can also process sounds using four lanes of automated modulation – perfect for live performances. The rear panel of the synthesizer features a variety of analog and digital connectivity including MIDI I/O/Thru as well as USB connectivity for use with music software. It even features a sustain input and clock I/O for added versatility. Explore the true power of the MINIFREAK with 256 factory presets to choose from spanning every style of sound. There are also 256 user slots available so you can save your own customs sounds.
