Arturia MicroFreak 2.0 Firmware Update Adds a New Oscillator and More

Playlist:
Tutorials | MicroFreak - Episode 6: Update 2.0 - What's New
NAMM 2020: Arturia MicroFreak v2 Update - CatSynth TV
Arturia Microfreak - 'Noise Osc' soundsets. 10 free presets for Firmware 2.0 - Anton Anru
Arturia MicroFreak Noise Oscillator demo - Hunart©
MicroFreak V2 0 NAMM 2020 - Pedals4Synths
Arturia MicroFreak v2.0 firmware update - what's new? - Molten Music Technology
Microfreak 2.0 - New Firmware! New Oscillator Type! New Features! - Oscillator Sink

"MicroFreak receives new oscillator and more in 2.0 firmware update

On top of announcing KeyLab Essential 88 and KeyStep Pro at NAMM 2020, French audio pioneers Arturia have also revealed a surprise update to their incredibly popular MicroFreak digital synth.

The MicroFreak 2.0 update adds several exciting new features and functions, refines some existing ones, and fixes a few minor bugs.

New Features
New Noise oscillator: morph between particle noise, white noise, and a metallic noise that’s reminiscent of a synth cymbal. An exciting new voice that will open up powerful new drum and percussion possibilities in MicroFreak.


Chord Mode: by holding the Paraphony button and playing some notes, you program the chord, then replay the shape with a single key.

Scale quantization: In the Utility settings, you can activate scale quantization to your favorite scale. When activated, the “white notes” on the keyboard play whichever scale you have selected. No more wrong notes!

Sequencer streamlining: in 2.0 firmware update, you’re now able to easily copy Pattern A to Pattern B in an instant.

Matrix initialize: before 2.0 firmware update, if you wanted to clear the Matrix of all routings, you’d have to manually do it. Now you can just hold the Shift and perform a long press on the encoder, and it will clear!
64 New Presets: Loads of exciting sounds to explore using the new oscillator and features.

Improvements
MicroFreak now displays visual feedback even when Local Control is off.
The synth’s Local Control now also translates USB to MIDI Out.
The release of currently playing presets are now cleared when switching to a new one.
The Record LED now blinks on each beat, instead of on 16ths.

Thanks to MicroFreak’s digital mind, the team at Arturia will be able to offer more exciting updates and improvements like this over time, ensuring that MicroFreak is always fresh and relevant.

To update your synth, simply connect it to your computer, load up the Arturia MIDI Control Center, and hit the 'update' button for MicroFreak."

Richmond-San Rafael Bridge (I-580), with original electronic music

video upload by CatSynth TV

"A Christmas-day trip along I-580 west over the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge. This is the northernmost of the San Francisco Bay crossings, connecting from the city of Richmond in the west to Marin County (near San Rafael) in the east.

Original music by Amanda Chaudhary inspired by the solo albums of German composer and instrumentalist Manuel Göttsching (Ash Ra Tempel), who passed away on December 4.

Instruments used:
Arturia Pigments 4
EastWest Ministry of Rock 2
Arturia MiniFreak
Arturia Arp 2600 V and Synthi V
Yamaha RX5 drum machine
Cherry Audio Elka-X
Arturia Memory Brigade delay, SEM filter, MINI filter
Cherry Audio Stardust 201 delay


To hear more music by Amanda Chaudhary, please visit amandachaudhary.bandcamp.com

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ARTURIA FX Collection 4 | Find your sonic perfection

video uploads by Arturia

"Introducing FX Collection 4: A curated selection of 30 creative audio effects for modern music makers, from enhanced emulations of iconic studio tools to contemporary & experimental effects plugins for inspiring music production and creation.

💥 Exclusive intro price until June 20th.

_DISCOVER
FX Collection 4 → https://bit.ly/3sJg7qt
Rotary CLS-222 → https://bit.ly/3C4sMb"

And a video by supporting member, Catsynth:

Arturia Rotary CLS-222 (FX Collection 4) - A demo and tutorial

video upload by CatSynth TV

"A demo and tutorial of the Rotary CLS-222, part of Arturia's new FX Collection 4. It recreates the sound of a the classic Leslie 222 rotary speaker system, while adding some modern features like continuous speed control and alternative rotation patterns.

00:29 Overview
01:32 Main panel features
05:33 Advanced mode features
10:24 Factory Presets

To find out more, please visit https://www.arturia.com/products/soft..."

Interplanetary Revolution (Межпланетная революция) - Synthesizer soundtrack for Soviet animated film

video by CatSynth TV

"Original retro-style synthesizer soundtrack on a segment of "Interplanetary Revolution" a surreal Soviet animated short released in 1924. Specifically, we use the segment from about 3:30​ to the end of the film.

Original film can be found at https://archive.org/details/silent-in...​
Interplanetary Revolution was a short animated film created in the Soviet Union in 1924 by Nikolai Khodataev, Zenon Komissarenko, Youry Merkulov. It mixes cel animation and collage, and it notable for its trippy and surreal style.

Music by Amanda Chaudhary. All sound sources are fed through Wires, a plugin by AudioThing that recreates a 1970s Soviet-era wire recorder. You can see our demo/tutorial of Wires at https://youtu.be/H4iG8QkBnCc​

Software synthesizers used:
Arturia CS-80 V
Arturia Buchla Easel V
Arturia Mini V3
Arturia Wurli V
MOK Waverazor
Additional sounds from BOOM Library Mechanicals and Cinematic Metals

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Arturia Synthi V Demo and Tutorial (Part 1)

CatSynth TV

"We present a the first of a two-part demo and tutorial on the Arturia Synthi V, a recreation of the infamous EMS Synthi A. We discuss the history of the original, present the basic functionality of the Synthi V, explore some of the factory presents, and look at how to create your own sounds with the main interface.

00:30 History of the EMS Synthi
01:12 Presenting the Arturia Synthi V
02:28 Factory preset demos
04:36 Creating your own sounds
10:58 More factory preset demos

In part 2 we will be covering more advanced editing, including Arturia's extended features.

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CatSynth TV: E350 Morphing Terrarium [Episode 98]

Published on Dec 8, 2018 CatSynth TV

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"A demonstration of the E350 Morphing Terrarium from Synthesis Technology. The E350 is a wavetable oscillator that allows morphing between a large number of waveforms along three axes of control.

We go through the basic functionality of the bank-selection and Morph X,Y and Z controls. We then use the LFOs and keyboard of the Arturia MiniBrute for expressive control of the module and its parameters.

This demo also includes a brief introduction to the MTX "Morphing Terrarium Expander" from Manhattan Analog that provides access to hidden parameters, including morph/phase toggle and "glitch" mode that switches between wavetables without the smooth morphing.

For more on the E350 Morphing Terrarium, visit http://synthtech.com/eurorack/E350/

For more on the MTX, visit https://manhattananalog.com/products/mtx

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Bernie Sanders impersonation by Amanda Chaudhary."

Massive Modular: Arturia, Metasonix, Waverazor, Make Noise, Volca, Sensel Morph, Qu-Bit, 4ms, More

CatSynth TV

"A massive modular match that also crosses into standalone synthesizers and hardware controllers.

Arturia MicroFreak
Arturia MiniBrute 2
Korg Volca Modular
Metasonix R-54 (VCF) and RK5 (LPG)
MOK Wavewazor
Sputnik Dual Oscillator
Expert Sleepers FH-2 Factotum and ESX-8V
Sensel Morph
Life Is Unfair Joystick
Rossum Electro-Music Morpheus
Strymon Magneto
Qu-Bit Prism
Make Noise Tempi, Rene, Maths
4MS Spectral Multiband Resonator
Malekko Noisering
E350 Morphing Terrarium
Mordax DATA
Pittsburgh Modular VCA and Mixer
2hp VCA
IntelliJ I/O utility modules
Circuit Abbey ADSR-Jr

Sensel Morph (Buchla Overlay) controlling Waverazor and 4MS SMR
Joystick controlling Metasonix R-54 pitch and Sputnik timbre

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Broadway, San Francisco (drive with original music)

video upload by CatSynth TV

"A drive along San Francisco's Broadway, from the Embarcadero to the Presidio. Along the way, we pass through SF's red-light district, Chinatown, the Robert C Levy "Broadway" Tunnel, Russian Hill and Pacific Heights. An original soundtrack mixes modern synthesizers with 1970s style music and production.

Drums by G Calvin Weston at https://soundscaperecordinglab.com/

All other parts by Amanda Chaudhary using:
Crank Strugeon Pocket Gamelan
Strymon StarLab reverb module
Behringer CAT synthesizer
Arturia Modular V
Korg modwave
Arturia B3 V
Arturia Wurli V
EastWest Fab Four (Bass), Bösendorfer Piano, and Hollywood Brass

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Arturia Synthi V Demo and Tutorial (Part 2, Advanced Features)

CatSynth TV

"In Part 2 of our detailed looking at the Arturia Synthi V, we explore the legacy sequencer as well as the advanced features that Arturia has added to the instrument.

If you have not yet seen Part 1, we recommend that you check that out first. [posted here]

00:24 The Sequencer (from the EMS Synthi AKS sequencer)
01:40 The advanced editing page
08:24 Factory preset demos"

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Paleo Hebrew (Experimental Music Video)

video upload by CatSynth TV

"An experimental music video based on the characters of the Paleo-Hebrew alphabet. This alphabet is nearly identical to Phoenician, and is believed to have been used by the ancient Israelites from around 1000-500 BCE after which Aramaic became more prominent, ultimately leading to modern Hebrew script. This is a one-to-one letter correspondence between Paleo-Hebrew and modern Hebrew scripts.

The characters of the alphabet are processed using Max/MSP/Jitter and are triggered via MIDI from the same sequences used for the drums. The 'melodic' sound uses a 22edo tuning, representing the 22 letters of the alphabet.

instruments used:
Yamaha RX5
Kilpatrick CARBON Sequencer
Arturia Synclavier V
Arturia CMI V
Arturia DELAY 201

For anyone who wants to find out more about the Paleo Hebrew alphabet, this Wikipedia page is a good starting place: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paleo-H...

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Arturia ARP 2600 V: A Detailed Demo and Tutorial (Part 1)

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We take a detailed look at the sounds and features of the Arturia ARP 2600 V, a recreation of the legendary ARP 2600 analog synthesizer. In Part 1, we look at the VCOs, VCF, VCA and various modulation options, including the sample&hold.

00:32 History of the ARP 2600
01:45 Introducing the Arturia ARP 2600 V
03:20 VCOs
05:20 VCF
08:21 Modulation Basics
11:23 Sample & Hold
12:50 S&H as an apreggiator"

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CatSynth TV Episode 99

Published on Dec 25, 2018 CatSynth TV

"A special video for our 99th Episode!

Video shot along Highway 99 in California from Manteca through Stockton and heading towards Sacramento. Additional video and photography at CatSynth HQ in San Francisco.

Guest appearances by Sam Sam and Big Merp.

Original music by Amanda Chaudhary, based on melodies from "99 is not 100" by Moe! Staiano.

Synthesizers used:
Minimoog
Arturia MiniBrute 2S
Big Fish Audio John Cage Prepared Piano Sample Library (Kontakt)
Nord Stage EX
Mutable Instruments Plaits
Metasonix R-54 and R-53
2hp Cat module
4ms Spectral Multiband Resonator
Make Noise Echophon"

Qu-Bit Electronix Prism

Published on Oct 18, 2019 CatSynth TV

"We check out the Prism multidimensional signal-processing module from Qu-Bit Electronix, with an assist from Big Merp.

0:04 Introduction
0:38 Basic functionality with steady-state Sputnik Dual Oscillator as input
2:15 Demo with Dual Oscillator controlled by Make Noise Rene Sequencer
3:31 Using Arturia MicroFreak as source
4:14 Clock mode (synchronizing delay times to external clock)
5:00 Using MicroFreak pressure as CV control from Prism decimation function
5:10 Big Merp crashes the party

'Prism is a multidimensional signal processor that creates a framework for the spectral metamorphosis of any input signal. This stereo audio buffer can be navigated through on 3 axes, each of which provides a different sonic journey through its array of time based controls.

The X and Z planes are home to a flexible delay line capable of long clocked delays, slapback echo, or comb filtered vocoder-esque timbres. On the Y axis is the decimate control. This sets the audio fidelity of the buffer by manipulating the sample rate and bit depth of the output. A state variable filter with configurable low pass, high pass, and band pass outputs can be enabled at the beginning or end of the signal chain providing yet another dimension of spectral transformation. And thanks to its digital architecture, the current buffer contents can be locked in place with the Freeze control, creating glitch and beat repeat effects which can be synced to an external clock source.'

For more synthesizer demos, please subscribe to CatSynth TV and visit www.catsynth.com

(Bernie Sanders action figure voiced by Amanda Chaudhary)"

US 50 in Nevada, Part 3: Eureka to Ely - original synthesizer soundtrack

video upload by CatSynth TV

You can find all parts in this series here.

"Part 3 of our epic journey along US Highway 50 in Nevada, dubbed "The Loneliest Road in America". This segment starts at a cool themed US 50 sign just east of Eureka and ends in the historic downtown of Ely, by far the largest town we have encountered since leaving Fallon ahead of segment 1. The music for this long drive goes back and forth between a heavy post-bop jazz style and an rhythmic ambient electronic track.

00:00 Intro + Chapter 1 (Jazz)
02:06 Chapter 2 (Electronic)
04:25 Chapter 3 (Jazz)
05:04 Chatper 4 (Electronic)
06:29 Chapter 5 (Jazz)
10:03 Chapter 6 (Electronic)
15:21 Chapter 7 (Jazz)

Jazz segments feature drums by G Calvin Weston and keyboards/electronics by Amanda Chaudhary, including:
Arturia Vox V, Emulator II V
Cherry Audio Solovox, Stardust 201
UAD Electra 88
EastWest Fab Four (bass), Stormdrum (prepared piano)
AudioThing Wires
Mutable Instruments Plaits
Strymon Starlab
Buchla Red Panel 158 and 156m

Electronic segments performed by Amanda Chaudhary using:
Tracktion BioTek
Cherry Audio GX-80, Elka X
Tracktion/Dawesome Abyss
EastWest Stormdrum
Arturia Filter SEM

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Samoa Bridge (Eureka, California)

Published on Aug 8, 2019 CatSynth TV

"Driving eastward across Humboldt Bay on the 'Samoa Bridge', which is actually a series of three bridges that carry CA Highway 255 and connects to two islands in the middle of the bay before alighting in Eureka.

Hardware instruments:
Crank Sturgeon Pocket Gamelon
Strymon Magneto 4-head tape-delay simulator module

Software Instruments:
Arturia Pigments
Arturia Synclavier V
Arturia Buchla Easel V"

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California Highways 33 and 166: Carrizo Plain to Maricopa

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We exit from the south end of Carrizo Plain National Monument via Soda Lake Road, and turn east/north on California Highways 33 and 166 as they wind their way towards the town of Maricopa in the southern Central Valley. We see scattered wildflowers along the route.

Please also check out our video of this year's superbloom in Carrizo Plain [posted here]

Original Music by Amanda Chaudhary featuring:
Arturia Mellotron V, Stage 73 V, Reverb LX-24, TAPE Mello
Arturia MiniFreak
Cherry Audio Novachord, GX-80, Stardust 201
Dawsome Abyss
RMI Electric Piano (Kontakt)
EastWest Fab Four (bass)
Ableton Live (percussion)

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Eureka and Samoa [Episode 200]

Published on Nov 18, 2019 CatSynth TV

"Our 200th Episode! A new experimental music piece featuring scenes from Humboldt Bay, the Samoa Peninsula, and the town of Eureka. Many scenes feature the distinctive dolosse along the north and south jetty of the inlet to the bay.

Music and film by Amanda Chaudhary.

Synthesizers used:
Arturia EMS Synthi V
Arturia CMI V
Arturia Pigments
MOK Waverazor
Tracktion BioTek
East West Orchestra Gold

Video synthesis via Max/MSP/Jitter."

https://www.catsynth.com

San Francisco drive via San Jose Ave / Guerrero St / Laguna St

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We travel the length of San Francisco from the southern neighborhoods to the northern edge along the Bay. The ride starts on the San Jose Avenue expressway into the Mission District where we follow Guerrero Street to its northern end on Market Street. After crossing Market, we continue north on Laguna through Hayes Valley, the Western Addition, Japantown, over the hill in Pacific Heights, and down into the Marina District. At the end of Laguna, we wind our way through main streets of the Marina to arrive at the Presidio of San Francisco within sight of the Golden Gate Bridge.

00:00 Introduction and Map
00:10 San Jose Avenue expressway
02:03 Guerrero Street (Mission District)
05:14 Laguna Street (Hayes Valley)
07:52 Japantown on Laguna
08:25 Pacific Heights on Laguna - spectacular hills and views
09:54 Marina District on Laguna
10:51 Marina District on Bay Street, Fillmore Street, and Marina Blvd
13:16 The Presidio of San Francisco

This ride includes two original pieces of music. From the beginning to Market Street is a new track featuring:
G Calvin Weston on drums (soundscaperecordinglab.com)
Big Fish Audio Grindhouse
Universal Audio UAD Electra 88
Cherry Audio Mercury 6, Elka-X, Pro Soloist, Sines, Stardust 201
EastWest Ministry of Rock 2 and Hollywood Pop Brass
Arturia CMI V, Delay Brigade
Metasonix RK5
Rossum Electro-Music Morpheus
Make Noise Maths
Buchla Red Panel 158 and 156m
AudioThing Wires

From Market Street to the end is an extended version of "Broadway" track featuring:
G Calvin Weston on drums
Crank Strugeon Pocket Gamelan
Strymon StarLab reverb module
Octave CAT and Behringer CAT synthesizers
Arturia Modular V
Korg modwave
Arturia B3 V
Arturia Wurli V2 and V3
EastWest Fab Four (Bass), Bösendorfer Piano, and Hollywood Brass"

Arturia MicroFreak (Part 1)

Published on Jul 13, 2019 CatSynth TV

"We explore the new MicroFreak from Arturia, looking a range of presets and taking a detailed look at all the oscillator types included in this instrument: basic waveforms, super wave, wavetable, harmonics (additive synthesis), Karplus-Strong, virtual analog, waveshaping, 2-operator FM, vocal formants, chords, speech synthesis, and modal synthesis.

There will also be a part 2 soon that explores the other features, so please subscribe to be notified as soon as it is available.

From www.arturia.com:
"A synthesizer like no other, MicroFreak is a peculiar, exceptional instrument that rewards the curious musician. It blends wavetable and digital oscillators with analog filters. It features a unique poly-aftertouch flat keyboard. It adds controlled randomness to sequences...This out-there little music machine features a versatile digital oscillator so you can create rare and interesting sounds with ease. Modes like Wavetable, KarplusStrong, Harmonic OSC, and Superwave give adventurous musicians the chance to explore totally new, unheard possibilities. Like having dozens of synths in just one instrument, both wild-eyed newcomers and seasoned professionals will fall in love with MicroFreak’s flexible, powerful synth engine."

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Peter Zinovieff: A Tribute by CatSynth TV

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We look back at the life and work of Peter Zinovieff, who passed away last week at the age of 88. His work at Electronic Music Studios (EMS) was a major influence on musicians of the 1970s and beyond. At EMS, he co-created the well-known and coveted VCS3 and Synthi series. But he was also a composer in his own right, working on pioneering electronic music in the 1960s and returning to active composition in the 2010s with several collaborations with artists in other media and exploring massive sound spatialization.

Additional background music provided via the Arturia Synthi V as a tribute."

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Also see EMS Founder Peter Zinovieff Has Passed Away