I come from the 70s and 80s. I think the Microfreak is not just amazing for its price but just one of the best synths ever. Already a classic.
@night_speed Жыл бұрын
I agree. I have tons of synths and drum machines and other gear including eurorack and the Microfreak more often than not is the first thing I reach for when starting or finishing a track.
@felixfox8810 Жыл бұрын
"The gift that keeps on giving" describes it pretty well - although I bought it for myself.
@blastofoАй бұрын
I can't vibe with not having real keys though.
@pgwwa22 күн бұрын
@@blastofo always can hook it up to some proper midi keys
@blastofo2 күн бұрын
@@pgwwa2 didnt know that. thats cool
@vyrvygora Жыл бұрын
David is the most wholesome music youtuber. Not only do I learn something new from him every time I watch his videos - but it also has some kind of a relaxing, therapeutic effect on me. Good job David!
@bagpiper117 Жыл бұрын
These are my #1 comfort videos. I try to save them for times I'm stressed
@ItamarHaggaiMusic Жыл бұрын
OMG thanks for letting us know! Gonna start playing with my microfreak the minute I get some time off, can't believe they added this feature!! The gift that never stops giving
@kevinjackson7539 Жыл бұрын
That's what she said
@jujubear9909 Жыл бұрын
Just wanted to say, every time I watch one of your videos I get a burst of inspiration that I end up opening my Ableton to work on the tons of unfinished music that's piling up. The way you edit your videos and your enthusiasm for the tech and breaking down how it works is very inspiring - your channel is a gem that deserves way more!
@DavidHilowitzMusic Жыл бұрын
thank you so much!!!
@CoolerZach Жыл бұрын
Plus 1. This is my fav YT channel for inspiration and tips.
@DrSmithSJA Жыл бұрын
Same!
@DelmaRaySmithJr Жыл бұрын
Coherent, concise, transparency where often the method of sharing information gets in the way of the listening, thx
@smellymala3103 Жыл бұрын
I’m about to open up my wallet and buy a micro freak 😅 🔫
@michaelkonomos Жыл бұрын
Whenever people accuse “SynthTubers” of being elitist or fetishizing expensive gear I am going to point them to this video (and others) that celebrate well-designed, inexpensive gear.
@JackPeloquin8 ай бұрын
You come across a lot of people like that? Cause I don’t. Maybe it’s you being so pretentious. And now you know.
@maxarman3 ай бұрын
The pedal he uses costs almost twice as much as the Microfreak 🙂
@goranjosic Жыл бұрын
The music he makes at the end sounds so retro to me, like the music during or at the end of TV documentaries and science shows from the 90s! I can imagine Carl Segan saying something in fron of camera as this music gets louder and louder. 😄 Nice to hear!
@Nocturnx Жыл бұрын
This is by far my favorite thing about Arturia, how they keep adding functionalities to older models. Many companies would just re skin and release as a new model instead of upgrading a synth that came out 4 years ago.
@magicmulder Жыл бұрын
Exactly, and slap another $100 onto the price. Arturia give it to us for free.
@jondellar Жыл бұрын
I just downloaded this update the other day so it's very handy having someone illustrate it. Thank you David!
@heikadog Жыл бұрын
i've been making music for almost 3 years and playing keyboard for 2-just wanna put it out there that you make what looks like the simplest chords to play just going off finger placement sound beautiful and intricate, haha. you inspire the heck out of me
@carbonboy Жыл бұрын
I love my MicroFreak. I can't wait to do the upgrade and thanks for making it so easy.
@VelvetVoice Жыл бұрын
Damn! This incredible little instrument simply keeps getting better and better with every update! SO glad I chose to invest in one last year - it's worth its weight in gold! Samples just open up a whole new avenue of possibilities beyond what it was already capable of.
@MsIkari Жыл бұрын
It's so funny I was just debating getting one and went to go watch your review and here's this new video. Always happy to see you work! This is def a great way to start my bday today. Thanks for doing what you do!
@TheHairlipDog Жыл бұрын
I am probably not going to say this correctly but I hope my meaning is clear. You have a great voice for this sort of thing. Between that and your phrase and general vibe it just makes this whole thing easy to watch and a great experience.
@DavidHilowitzMusic Жыл бұрын
Ah, thanks so much
@theknotsewsuite Жыл бұрын
Nicely done! That flute sounds soooo good!!
@NicoleHam7 ай бұрын
I have been in a music rut for around a year, finally upgraded my Microfreak to firmware v5 and digging into the sample functions because of this video. Thank you for the simple, creative, and straightforward explanation!!❤ I could not for the life of me figure out how to get the sample modes to work right up.. I felt super dumb I love sound and synth, but I'm fully self taught as of a few years ago. samplers and sample pads just are really fun and speaks to me. My bf and I went to a store on my bday a while back and I played with the MFreak for a few minutes and had to have it.
@LordTheeProducer Жыл бұрын
Hey guys! You can select multiple samples from your file explorer and drag them into the software!
@mattkafka Жыл бұрын
Thanks David. I didn’t think it would be worth the time to do this update right away but you’ve got me excited to check it out!
@NorthwestNosferatu Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite uploaders- thanks so much for sharing your thoughts and music with us
@RemitheDreamfox Жыл бұрын
With every video featuring the microfreak, you make me want to buy it more and more Dx
@Breakdafunklooseforever Жыл бұрын
Im glad tou all jave this because the music i want to make will be forever stuck in my head and soul. Youre very lucky to have this tech.
@xxcobxxtoffelk16209 ай бұрын
Positive energy comes from this. Thank you
@qwe1231 Жыл бұрын
Great Arturia update... BUT Apple Silicon Macs started coming out in November 2020, so that MIDI control app should have been made native long ago. It's inexcusable that it isn't and has to run in emulation.
@DavidHilowitzMusic Жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm inclined to agree. It seems an odd oversight :/
@foljs5858 Жыл бұрын
They've made their VSTs and FX AS Native, which is what matters. Who gives a fuck if the MIDI control app is? Inexcusable? Hardly. Native Instruments still hasn't ported tons of stuff to AS
@psmail007 Жыл бұрын
Oh and now I know what granular synthesis is. Thanks!
@TPLS2 Жыл бұрын
I’m definitely getting super excited to get one of these. Now I’ve gotta decide if I’m gonna buy this or a car first.
@Iinoi33 Жыл бұрын
Get a car…
@aakash9058 Жыл бұрын
car
@kingtrance307 Жыл бұрын
Yes but a car will end up costing you a lot more money unfortunately. Especially after insurance and gas, repairs etc.
@marsoblivi0n94511 ай бұрын
Get a car buddy. So you can make more $ and buy synths.
@TPLS211 ай бұрын
@@marsoblivi0n945 that is my goal.
@moogandacasio Жыл бұрын
Synth beginner here- I think this is the one i’m going to start with. :)
@MediaMusik777 Жыл бұрын
139bpm you can load make 17 pad presets with 12 second samples or 2 12seconds with cross fades between them as one sample, you can make 50 4 seconds one shots with tail or 100 2 second stabs with out tail
@MediaMusik777 Жыл бұрын
got like 2 hours ago , already creating presets with my favorite vs ti because the keyboard becomes part of you and the presets are more emotional. i had to set the sensitivity to 10 and velocity and after touch to exponential just like all my other arturia keys lol
@leefoster41714 ай бұрын
I have just purchased and wow - very powerful little Freak !!!!
@FC-py8yo Жыл бұрын
I used to be a bit put off by the weird keybed but this has really swayed the decision for my next synth purchase. Absolutely awesome. I mostly jam on the circuit rhythm and this seems to tick the (very few) boxes that the rhythm leaves empty.
@The1910studios3 ай бұрын
I LOVE your videos. Everything about them, they have inspired me to start experimenting with sound. One of my next steps is to learn some music theory. Its truly fascinating so if anyone has a starting point for me that would be very helpful!
@Dane_Riazer Жыл бұрын
I did not know this, ,this is awesome! I will update my MicroFreak when I get home 🙌🏾
@dekupunk161 Жыл бұрын
Great video and nice examples of sample modulation! Damn, this is now the final reason for me to buy a Microfreak :D I mainly work for my lofi music with the Liven Lofi-12 sampler and the PO-33 K.O., but all the modulation options of the Microfreak to model samples are fantastic!
@iamvonimmel Жыл бұрын
I keep forgetting to update my freak.. and after your video.. I definitely NEED to update it!! Thank you David.
@blubglub Жыл бұрын
2:53 that chord is heavenly
@aakash9058 Жыл бұрын
Bm9/Gb
@dagamusik Жыл бұрын
Waiting for my MicroFreak to arrive soon, that was a no brainer purchase with this update!
@Empyrean55 Жыл бұрын
This ended up reminding me of the comfy synth genre! Really love the sounds and textures you created!
@ericMT Жыл бұрын
This synth is just incredible. I’d recommend it to anyone, it does so much.
@HANGINGOUTWITHAUDIOPHILES Жыл бұрын
Flutes!! These videos are always a treat :)
@annu__music10 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you so much for this! I had no idea I'd been missing out on incredible updates. Cannot wait to load some samples! PS Love the music 💜
@DetroitMicroSound Жыл бұрын
You should try synthesizing your violin sound, with an old Casio CZ-101. Using phase distortion synthesis works pretty convincingly, for string and bow. With that said, I've never wanted the OG Freak more than I do right now. I'm a sucker for tiny grains. -Get yourself the Nunomo Qun. 😉
@80iesDude458 ай бұрын
I was not aware of this. What a great feature!
@kennylangley1997 Жыл бұрын
Wow. Truly changes everything about it.😎✌️✌️
@emanuelcalvo852911 ай бұрын
I watched the video cause I got a MicroFreak a couple of weeks ago. I did have a sampling process, but I wasn't sure if there was any better way. This one video killed two birds for me. It covers the preset menu for the synth, and getting some sampling workflow tips. Thank you! My take on the Microfreak: is not my favourite synth (yet? ;p ), but definitively fun to use.
@hankypanky7490 Жыл бұрын
I'm glad you uploaded a video for the new update! Does anybody have any ideas what audio interface I should use with mine?
@dementedsicko Жыл бұрын
I love your videos. This was the main thing I wanted mine for. To produce that mellotron sound (think strawberry fields intro) Thanks
@DavidHilowitzMusic Жыл бұрын
Exactly! I don't know why that was the first sound I wanted to transfer over :)
@dementedsicko Жыл бұрын
@@DavidHilowitzMusic it is simple but so musically useful.
@marcussilva9623 Жыл бұрын
So cool. Thanks for sharing. Love your vids David!!!!
@alchemistrpm82 Жыл бұрын
You're really good at this type of content (first time seeing one of your videos). I've been meaning to pick up a MicroFreak. I'm more of a groovebox type of person, but I've gotten fair at making patches with soft-synths and I think I'm ready for an actual synth. Seems like a great first synth. The sampling engine is right up my alley for sure.
@yungstreichholz Жыл бұрын
also the loop in the end is amazing!
@yavuzalp7654 Жыл бұрын
wtf that shit bussin
@JakeFockstein-cn3hc8 ай бұрын
Such a wicked little box. Great video.
@tonytaylor5087 Жыл бұрын
Just ordered mine! Super excited! (Already have the LVX yeah!)
@conradclipper Жыл бұрын
Super cool! Thanks David :)
@CraigRodmellMusic Жыл бұрын
Intriguing. Thanks, David.
@Thawney Жыл бұрын
THIS IS SICK THANKS SO MUCH
@someonewhobitthedust9124 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been feeling the desire for a micro freak, now you’ve sold me on it 😮
@Rooftopaccessorizer Жыл бұрын
the microfreak is up there with the digitakt in terms of bang for the buck. Both seem to just keep getting new features for free that feel like i dont deserve but they just keep coming!
@pablindio1 Жыл бұрын
This is so relaxing❤
@woodyharleyson5352 Жыл бұрын
Was about to pull the trigger on a Poly D for Moog polyphony but saw a video of a dude loaded Minimoog samples onto the microfreak. How long does it take you from finding s sample to having it playable on the freak?
@BarbieChaite Жыл бұрын
cool, I think I'll buy one.
@FadRaxMuryMoad6 ай бұрын
Awesome demo! Definitely considering grabbing one now haha
@mryumish128711 ай бұрын
Thanks to your videos, I've ordered a Microfreak and I can't wait to get it. Ty for the inspiration! Where's that video on the vocoder functionality?!?
@monsterhunter445 Жыл бұрын
Just got one a week ago loving it
@diafrommars Жыл бұрын
I haven't been this excited to discover a new KZfaq channel since a while! love your videos!
@kilammusic11 ай бұрын
This video just confirmed me buying the microfreak as my first synth
@walrtbstudios5430 Жыл бұрын
Handy little guide to the new functions. What I need now is the equivalent of iOS’s ‘Audioshare’ app for Mac in order to manage samples…
@Raven_RVN Жыл бұрын
1:54 Idk if that works on MacOS too but on WIndows you can just select all files at once and click open and they will all be sequentially loaded, saving a lot of time and clicking
@DavidHilowitzMusic Жыл бұрын
Ah, really? I tried to on Mac and it didn't work, but it might have been user error.
@brotusclips6 ай бұрын
I can't believe I've waited this long to consider getting a Microfreak, what an incredible return on the investment.
@DirtyPlumbus Жыл бұрын
I completely forgot about the update. Thanks
@Drone-Aye10 ай бұрын
Powerful, great video man 🙂
@crtzmo Жыл бұрын
Really making it difficult - the decision between Micro and Mini.. Really impressed with ARTURIA’s offerings, especially in the hands of a capable musician! Great video, thank you David.
@mikamulperi Жыл бұрын
Microfreak: smaller, can be usb powered
@MS7.7 Жыл бұрын
@@mikamulperi Yes and the best part I hold one note with my finger and tap my feet on any electrical cable on the floor and get little electrocuted but it produces other cool notes randomly. Worth it.
@kevinjackson7539 Жыл бұрын
@@MS7.7 are those metal keys?
@MS7.7 Жыл бұрын
@@kevinjackson7539 PCB board. But yes they are conductive. Don't be afraid it doesn't hurt. Only tingling when ground is not present. It only happen when AC outlet is not grounded like when I connect it to my laptop and the laptop is charging. But when powered with Powerbank nothing hapoens.
@kyrutso Жыл бұрын
If you live in a very humid place you should evaluate it, the microfreak does not work correctly in those environments
@aerialgrey256611 ай бұрын
Oh god, now I’m gonna have to buy one of these. 😂 Well played sir.
@NyxTheShieldOFFICIAL Жыл бұрын
Are you kidding, I literally grabbed one today hahaha Lets goooooo!
@Timenroute9 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot
@lumusentertainme1694 Жыл бұрын
This is awesome! I’m updating now.
@mykolakorzh Жыл бұрын
Great review of the new feature! Interesting what Arturia might bring in the future with possible MicroFreak 2
@5amJones69 Жыл бұрын
04:09 Holy shit Davidm what kind crazy amazing videography was that?! Fair play dude.
@KorhanErel Жыл бұрын
I think sample selection is a modulation destination and you can assign that to "key" to have more than one sample in a preset. I remember seeing that in a video.
@DavidHilowitzMusic Жыл бұрын
wait really!!? If that’s true, that’s amazing!
@EmomBerks Жыл бұрын
I echo that. Another video perhaps!?
@KorhanErel Жыл бұрын
I actually referred to Oscillator Sink's video here but my comment got deleted I guess. Or I never pressed enter :)
@timelessmoments Жыл бұрын
oh man i need it
@radiorain5665 Жыл бұрын
Love this. You might have finally sold me on the MicroFreak.
@CookieColt Жыл бұрын
Wow that's cool! Is is on the MiniFreak too?
@YootubeUK6 ай бұрын
I love music but I'm no way musical although I've had cheap keyboards and a Korg synth. The actual putting together of elements I never quite grasped but I'm impressed with your work here. Very cool.
@MrDaigoRiki2 ай бұрын
One sold
@slamslidestyle9 ай бұрын
thank you!
@nicolabelle1415 Жыл бұрын
One of the best synth actually, due to quality and price and also the fact Arturia keep it evolving 🎉
@DavidHilowitzMusic Жыл бұрын
I think so too. It's quite a bargain for what you get.
@nicolabelle1415 Жыл бұрын
@@DavidHilowitzMusic many digital operators and one analogic filter ! And quite fun to use, not as complicated as other stuff
@rufatahmadeus18018 ай бұрын
Thank you, beautiful video. Subscribed!
@caesarsheadache Жыл бұрын
Brilliant 🔥👏🤘
@murl1k0v-cat Жыл бұрын
Very cool video
@therealwhite Жыл бұрын
I need to do this right now.
@DoctorNemmo Жыл бұрын
I was undecided between the Microfreak and the Minifreak. Both have advantages and disadvantages. I like the size, effects and keyboard of the Minifreak, but the Microfreak has a vocoder and all these new synthesis models. I ended up buying a Behringer Odyssey.
@AI-Consultant Жыл бұрын
what other ones did you also look at? any moog's? probally the used ones, and what about the microkorg 2.0?
@gameified Жыл бұрын
sensational.
@Teddyrobinson Жыл бұрын
And now I want a microfreak
@jfjlive Жыл бұрын
the granular stuff is. CHEF'S KISS!!
@A.BrandonAlford Жыл бұрын
When you first played the flutes, it sounded kinda like lean on me by bill withers
@jeshkam11 ай бұрын
Hi Dave, thanks for this wonderful review. This synth seems so revolutionary. It may sound a bit far-fetched, but to me it's like the 21st century's Synclavier or Fairlight. Oh, and a bit of an off-topic here - are you American or Canadian?
@incubus0857 Жыл бұрын
If you like that sound, you would love anything by Mcbaise, or from the Dirty Melody label for that matter. Love this music
@MR.FREEDMAN Жыл бұрын
Bro seriously👏🏿👏🏿
@TravisRayLive Жыл бұрын
How the hell did you film that transition to the boutique pedal? That was amazing, it almost looked robotic in nature. I would love to see more on how you did that please.
@typoholic Жыл бұрын
Great video. I have bit of an odd question for you: will you use this? I don’t know what your setup is - you seem to have a wonderful variety of both acoustic and electronic instruments - so I’m wondering if you have something else in your arsenal that can play with samples. If so, which instrument would you prefer to use? If this is the only one, then this new feature seems like loads of fun.
@DavidHilowitzMusic Жыл бұрын
I suspect I will use it most to try and get glitchy granular sounds? I have a ton of synths, but I don't think actually have any _hardware_ granular synths.
@Lishtenbird Жыл бұрын
1:45 I just had a very real flashback to PDA times...
@QLTD Жыл бұрын
I'm not a musician and I don't know how to play music, but I love your videos 👍
@hobonickel84011 ай бұрын
That zoom looks very handy ...just when I think my list is complete. If anyone here is a traveling studio setup can you please tip toward your favorite, game changing hardware!? Why the micro over the minifreak?