Arturia Minifreak: My favorite synthesizer (Microfreak) gets an upgrade

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  • @beanbean4563
    @beanbean4563 Рік тому +1024

    David saying "if I HAD to choose one synth to bring on vacation" implies that he normally brings more than one synth on vacation 🤣

    • @DavidHilowitzMusic
      @DavidHilowitzMusic  Рік тому +438

      it also implies that I take vacations 😅

    • @markgreco1962
      @markgreco1962 Рік тому +8

      Thought the same thing. 😂

    • @Acoustic-Rabbit-Hole
      @Acoustic-Rabbit-Hole Рік тому +4

      I take my Lumikeys so I can play in the dark with colored lights.

    • @JohnOShaughnessy
      @JohnOShaughnessy Рік тому +1

      @@Moreslaw

    • @straighttalk2069
      @straighttalk2069 Рік тому +5

      The best synth to bring on vacation is NO SYNTH but if you love making music then a laptop running the best VST's can't be beaten.

  • @marcosmanuelvillarreal8823
    @marcosmanuelvillarreal8823 Рік тому +205

    dang, so great to see this channel grow, it was not that long ago when this channel was way smaller and now you've got 160,000 subscribers and you are getting products from brands and stuff, congrats fr, mate, you're doing awesome stuff with this c:

  • @augustjschroeder
    @augustjschroeder Рік тому +217

    Can't wait for the next in the lineup: the Macrofreak, which is the size of the original giant Moog synths.

    • @SHA-3qua
      @SHA-3qua Рік тому +8

      I’m hoping they go Rick James with it and add bass strings

    • @elek-trick
      @elek-trick Рік тому +5

      Why don't you enjoy this one first? I'd rather live today than yesterday or tomorrow...

    • @AlchmstDsgn
      @AlchmstDsgn Рік тому +2

      You’d be venturing into Jupiter/moog one/oberheim OXA legendary historic category if they did it right. Tons of voices, more modulation and customization options… the vocoder with a life of its own… maybe add in a few euro rack spots, but without making it feel like another semi modular.
      There’s no way they’re not having this conversation.

    • @ralphjurgen9456
      @ralphjurgen9456 7 місяців тому +1

      They will create an even bigger one endorsed by Rick James the superfreak

    • @Aeduo
      @Aeduo 6 місяців тому

      I think that's just a hydrasynth deluxe.

  • @destroyerofcitysduck5937
    @destroyerofcitysduck5937 Рік тому +89

    If you want to emulate tape, I have a patch suggestion. Set the lfo as fast as possible, set it to the random setting, and use it to control pitch Ever so slightly.

    • @Tobi-oi3uf
      @Tobi-oi3uf Рік тому +10

      There's Tape MELLO-FI plugin by Arturia

  • @Audio_Fetus
    @Audio_Fetus Рік тому +11

    Hi. New follower. I also own the microfreak and it IS my favorite synth. Then the minifreak was released and now I am saving every single penny, every single returnable pop can, every single piece of coinage that falls into my hands goes into a money jar and one day I will be a proud owner of the minifreak too.

  • @donaldpriola1807
    @donaldpriola1807 Рік тому +45

    Well done. What I appreciate is how you embraced simplicity with the sound creation. Sometimes we want to use every feature on a synth when making sounds, but often simple sounds are best. Thanks for the great content.

  • @philmarsh5593
    @philmarsh5593 Рік тому +20

    I'd just like to say I've joined 3 patreons from youtubers over the last year or so and Dave's is the only one I joined that seems to update regularly with the promised new content each month. Consequently, it's also the only one I'm still happy to subscribe to! The content on patreon and on the channel is always interesting. Thanks for the channel content, for DS and for the patreon stuff.

    • @DavidHilowitzMusic
      @DavidHilowitzMusic  Рік тому +5

      Hi Phil! Glad you've been enjoying it. Thanks so much for the support!

    • @HelicopterRidesForCommunists
      @HelicopterRidesForCommunists Рік тому +1

      I’ve joined a couple as well. When there is something useful and/ or unique behind a sub I find that I’m much more likely to join. Captain Pikant, for example, has a lot to offer. I’m gonna check out Dave’s because I just bought a Polyend Play from someone on Reverb and have been wanting to load up on some samples.

    • @philmarsh5593
      @philmarsh5593 Рік тому

      @@HelicopterRidesForCommunists I'll check out CP - never too old to learn. 👍

    • @Tsnackle
      @Tsnackle Рік тому

      @@philmarsh5593 pause💀

  • @samocali
    @samocali Рік тому +2

    You've gained so many subscribers so quickly! Keep the great videos coming

  • @everybodyhasoul5438
    @everybodyhasoul5438 Рік тому +12

    Love this synth, the VST is incredible.

  • @samueldecker2406
    @samueldecker2406 Рік тому +2

    I've seen a billion and a half videos about the MiniFreak, and yours stands out. Your approach is intellectually intriguing and.... articulate. Easy to follow given the complexity. Keep taking the extra effort because it is working brah. And yes, I totally smashed like and subscribe lol.

  • @natter3122
    @natter3122 Рік тому +14

    modular synths always amaze me, i love tuning into your channel and checking out what new gear you have to play with!

  • @TheRealTeebz
    @TheRealTeebz Рік тому +2

    You and this video convinced me. Like you I also own the MicroFreak and am now looking forward to getting it's bigger brother the MiniFreak.

  • @n7entity115
    @n7entity115 Рік тому +6

    Just wanted to say I'm not a musician I've never owned any hardware and I barely play guitar. But your videos have inspired me to want to learn this stuff. Thanks for the amazing content

  • @randommcranderson5155
    @randommcranderson5155 Рік тому +19

    arturia is working on an improved wavetable oscillator for the minifreak - they said as much in their last minifreak livestream on youtube.

  • @subiesojourner777
    @subiesojourner777 Рік тому +8

    I have a Microfreak and love it. I've watched a slew of videos about it before I made a purchase. One thing that was often mentioned was an amazing low price for what you get. Now I realize the price of everything has and is still going up, but it looks like Arturia listened when they priced this at $599.00.

  • @steveowens398
    @steveowens398 4 місяці тому

    Every one of your videos I've watched in the last month or so (the algorithms introduced us about then) has been interesting and paced out just right for easy understanding. I subscribed today and am looking forward to future content.

  • @lizardswithhats
    @lizardswithhats Рік тому +3

    I love you channel. I understand 10 minute highly edited videos are good content and your style is about that, but it would be awesome to see some longer form content! You're great either way and I'm excited to continue watching your amazing stuff.

  • @Kkidzz
    @Kkidzz Рік тому +51

    Funny how the obsession with BOC’s ‘Music Has The Right to Children’ has created an entire industry within the synth and plug-in industry.

    • @eleven9286
      @eleven9286 Рік тому +2

      Agreed

    • @benhlogs
      @benhlogs Рік тому +2

      I wouldn’t want it any other way

  • @CanadaWry
    @CanadaWry Рік тому +1

    Really impressed with your video production quality! Well done.

  • @MochiNPRA
    @MochiNPRA 10 місяців тому

    Im wearing Dekoni Blues, and i can hear the difference after adding the surgeon filter which is awsome. Keep up the great vids.

  • @SeniorMichi
    @SeniorMichi 2 місяці тому

    Breaking in your 222 comments: You've taught me more in this video about the Minifreak (I probably bought it half because of this video) than the entire Arturia tutorial series. Love the simple lighting (I'm a gaffer for film sets) and the honesty you have. Thanks and if you get to make more of this "how I make a new patch" videos on the minifreak or have more recommendations, I'll be the first one to watch them. Suscribed and liked! Big Hug

  • @dylanjohnmusic
    @dylanjohnmusic Рік тому

    Epic!! sounds amazing - thanks for another amazing video!!

  • @JoshHumble
    @JoshHumble Рік тому

    The Minifreak is becoming my fave hardware synth - great vid!

  • @lospollosdelhuevos6598
    @lospollosdelhuevos6598 Рік тому

    Very cool and informative! I am a novice and absolutely love everything Arturia does ! Thank you for showing a professional perspective. Thank you for sharing.

  • @indigosnow_
    @indigosnow_ Рік тому +1

    Definitely considering the software! Sounds so great

  • @cjrichards7008
    @cjrichards7008 Рік тому +1

    I've just discovered this channel, and as a veteran guitar player I have to admit that synths confuse the hell out of me. But you do good work here, and have great production values, thank you for your excellent channel

  • @paulnix8443
    @paulnix8443 Рік тому

    Amazing to see your process, also fantastic to hear the results!

  • @alepouna
    @alepouna Рік тому

    Really nice showcase, I love how you also explain your process and showcase things, it really helps understands the instrument. Also cool song(s)!

  • @KINZOisHERE
    @KINZOisHERE Рік тому

    As always, totally in love with your videos and your work.

  • @NewMateo
    @NewMateo Рік тому +5

    I really like the software / hardware combo synth companies are doing. Modals'sCobalt 8 does the same thing and its honestly such a nice feature.

    • @HelicopterRidesForCommunists
      @HelicopterRidesForCommunists Рік тому

      Yeah I use the shit out of Elektron’s Overbridge plug-in with the Syntakt. Plus it allows for 12 audio tracks, effects tracks, midi/ sync, all over 1 usb cable. So seeing the vst version of MiniFreak definitely caught my attention.

    • @HelicopterRidesForCommunists
      @HelicopterRidesForCommunists Рік тому +1

      It’s nice to ditch a DAW and go hardware only, but mixing and mastering a song is likely going to be done in one eventually, plus there are tons of great features and benefits in Ableton, so I’ve gone the Hybrid route and couldn’t be happier.

  • @elek-trick
    @elek-trick Рік тому

    Not much was said about the VST version 'MiniFreak V' that cost 99 dollars if you buy it alone but comes with the MiniFreak at no extra charge. It is a fantastic add on to the MiniFreak that you can both use together. It is extremely useful.

  • @Azeria
    @Azeria Рік тому +4

    rather off topic but i’ve been messing around with some of your free sample packs on decent and they’re really fun, they’re a nice way to get something to feel less robotic while retaining an electronic feel

  • @billcosgrave6232
    @billcosgrave6232 Рік тому +1

    Really love this channel

  • @BrightNightmares
    @BrightNightmares Рік тому

    Yeeees my favourite channel reviewing my first synth!!

  • @lucienesther
    @lucienesther Рік тому

    just wanna say that i love your vids and it shows the wonders of synths, im so into it now, and i hope to own a synthesizer one day!

  • @Stenhunden
    @Stenhunden Рік тому +1

    You made me buy the Microfreak a couple of months ago and now you made me want the the Minifreak as well! Damn you! 😂

  • @tskolits
    @tskolits Рік тому

    Great content. Love the breakdown of this synth! Thanks !

  • @TripleJumpYTP
    @TripleJumpYTP Рік тому

    Thank goodness for this I was wondering whether to buy this synth or not but this video has given fuel to my buying the Minifreak fire

  • @antlergxrl
    @antlergxrl Рік тому

    I need to save up for this! It looks amazing.

  • @GavinskisTutorials
    @GavinskisTutorials Рік тому

    Very nice pack Dave, thanks!

  • @WeirdBrainGoo
    @WeirdBrainGoo Рік тому +1

    Wow, I had no idea subscribing would notify me of new videos. Now that you have shared this novel and unheard of information I will make sure to subscribe on the absolute double.

  • @moosestach1579
    @moosestach1579 Рік тому

    Another amazing video

  • @simonbolzdotcom
    @simonbolzdotcom Рік тому

    Amazing video, I am impressed.

  • @prepproduction6872
    @prepproduction6872 Рік тому

    3:07 "record man play my song on the radio, you too busy trynna find that blue eye soul"

  • @jondellar
    @jondellar Рік тому

    Wonderful! Thank you 😊

  • @B.l.i.s.s.f.u.l
    @B.l.i.s.s.f.u.l Рік тому +19

    You're the only synthesizer youtuber that I actually like 👍
    Keep it up❤

  • @made.online2149
    @made.online2149 Рік тому +1

    It always gets me when a video says "you're only going to be able to hear this on headphones" as if I'm listening to synthesizer demos on a phone or laptop speaker!
    ..okay I do late at night in bed, but I would hope that my PSI monitors would fare better than headphones when I'm at my desk in the daytime 😅

  • @DEADLINETV
    @DEADLINETV Рік тому +1

    I share your enthusiasm for both Freaks, but although they're very affordable synths, I only own the plugin. Lack of space and no interest for more keys (a desktop version would be interesting!), so this was the perfect option for me! Thanks for this great video!

  • @SolidtraxNL
    @SolidtraxNL Рік тому

    Cool video David! Your channel exploded like the frog 🐸itself 😉- Kudos!
    Some things to add for your viewers and perhaps yourself:
    The ability to change the routing for the delay and reverb are a very nice option with send/insert for those two. Be sure - if you find some time - to have a look at the keyboard source parameter as this is one of the most powerful features of this synth and can save up some LFO's for other purposes f.e. (Keyb+Src) - Easy accessible via sound+edit + a strike of a key. You now can have random/voice/s-curve as signals to change for example the tuning. A very nice options to create more analog sounds for example.

  • @Unkn0wn1133
    @Unkn0wn1133 Рік тому +2

    Have you ever heard the noise that a frozen pond or lake makes when the ice is melting? It sounds amazing. If I knew how to do what you do I would def. Use it in some music!

  • @marleyxl8959
    @marleyxl8959 Рік тому

    This is one of those times where I’m like yeah you’re right, I should probably subscribe 😂👍

  • @mjaa1307
    @mjaa1307 Рік тому

    Hello at 03:19 you say ableton is "listening to all the MIDI notes that the synth is producing" but MIDI? How is the synth sending midi? Is the synth able to send MIDI and audio to a DAW? I see hte MIDI notes at 03:30 thanks!!

  • @andycordy5190
    @andycordy5190 Рік тому +2

    My, you cover a lot of ground in a very short time.
    I hadn't seen the plug in version and the graphics representations really beef up the instrument UI. Arturia certainly have another winner here.

  • @gramophoneguydylan6854
    @gramophoneguydylan6854 Рік тому

    Amazing video!
    Your video's Inspire me and Teach me! Thank you.

  • @rickhopkinson
    @rickhopkinson Рік тому

    Good video.... Oh god now I'm looking into this synth! 🙂

  • @itsJDarts
    @itsJDarts Рік тому

    This is beautiful

  • @UNSCPILOT
    @UNSCPILOT Рік тому

    As a Microfreak owner I'd love the effects stage as a serperate device

  • @ahumblerequest5222
    @ahumblerequest5222 Рік тому

    Bruh. it was so beautiful.

  • @mjaa1307
    @mjaa1307 Рік тому

    Hello here's another one, at 05:00 when you link the Minifreak with its virtual version, I didn't know both of the synths are being heard 05:18

  • @ryanjblues
    @ryanjblues Рік тому

    You are a music genius 💖

  • @connerogrady5035
    @connerogrady5035 Рік тому

    I used the pads preset from your patreon instrument to do a little mixing experiment and just gotta say it sounds very very nice, some light distortion easily made a very interesting sound

  • @Aeduo
    @Aeduo 6 місяців тому

    I kinda like the hard pads on the microfreak. it feels very responsive to just be able to quickly hit the key pads. I'm not trained on pianos/keyboards though so I don't have any muscle memory really with keys that press down.

  • @SMAAAASHTV
    @SMAAAASHTV Рік тому +4

    I don't like mini keys, so the vst plugin and a midi controller with full sized keys seems to be the right option for me.

  • @voidabstraction
    @voidabstraction Рік тому

    You release this video as I'm literally eyeing one of these off. The plugin makes me wish for a physical version of Pigments too as too much CPU usage 😅
    I've got the micro, and was going to get a volca fm2... maybe I just wait to see if any FM2's pop up on the used market. I Need more💰.

  • @shiwakao
    @shiwakao Рік тому +1

    u make me wanna buy these synths so bad

  • @mirllewist3086
    @mirllewist3086 Рік тому +3

    Sounds lovely but I also assume you could make similar voices using the software instruments in Ableton and/or some VSTs. What are your thoughts on relevance of hardware gear when we can pretty much do the same things in software? Heck, including the Minifreak VST itself...) Cheers!

    • @UNSCPILOT
      @UNSCPILOT Рік тому +2

      Probably a mix of tactile feel of using controls rather than a M&K, and just being easier to click on and start playing immediately rather than starting computer, opening software, setting up the VSTs, etc etc.
      Just depends on preferences, even "old tech" like Mechanical watches manage to stick around even with Digital watches and smart watches all over.
      I also personally find my computer too distracting as there are too many things I might end up doing instead of making sounds/music, whereas I grab my Microfreak and a recorder and just go jam for a bit away from the computer without issue

  • @lokologico
    @lokologico Рік тому

    I wish they made it somehow easy to marry the two mini and micro freak, even the plugin having a micro option if you want to go micro on the computer. I am going to get the plugin version, but I play it along with the microfreak I already own, layering them both. I almost feel like they are so similar but so different technically, its like the minifreak doesnt want anything to do with the microfreak. I feel like they have brushed the microfreak aside and it makes me a bit sad, but I guess their focus is to sell minifreaks now. On a side note, I also own a Polybrute, and having a plugin version to control your hardware is the best thing ever. It is tempting to get the minifreak just for this reason (but also I wish they did for the microfreak).

  • @Katosnakes
    @Katosnakes Рік тому

    hey this was great, thanks.

  • @davyboyo
    @davyboyo 5 місяців тому

    Hi David H, David G here. I like what you did with that subtle pitch mod for a vintage kind of essence. I'm literally about 2 weeks into discovering synthesis/ers but wondering in theory could you string a couple more LFOs together in such a way to make the pitch modulation just ever so slightly variable and randomised in terms of frequency and amplitude? In like some kind of three body problem type situation? I'm pretty sure that's a basic ass question but it gets me pretty excited. Love your vids yo

  • @pierrefitch
    @pierrefitch Рік тому

    I wonder if MicroFreak or MiniFreak would work best with my digitakt and digitone key and syntakt witch would be best mini or micro freak for my elektron setup ..Also is Minifreak standalone and microfreak

  • @arnoud500
    @arnoud500 Рік тому

    Hii very nice content!! Does this synth have full controll over everthing in de V lab software? Does it scroll to all te pre sets and controll all the knob if a synth is selected??? Regards A

  • @MOAB-UT
    @MOAB-UT 8 місяців тому

    I am new to this. I play mostly guitar. What is a great budget synth for around $500- even lightly used is fine if it can get me to the next level. I want to be one and done. Would be great if I could plug by guitar into it as well.

  • @topexpertiam
    @topexpertiam 4 місяці тому

    i have a question, can you split a keyboard meaning half can play one sound and the other another?

  • @MichaelSzatmary
    @MichaelSzatmary Рік тому

    helo, myabe a stupid question. I am using FL21, but it should be simular with ableton. How did achieved that you recorded the notes and not a sound clip, since is it not a midi keabord but a regular hardware and preset sound. thanx for the answer

  • @WinterfestKing
    @WinterfestKing 8 місяців тому

    I want one of these but I have no experience with synthesizers or any electronic instruments. I just really like making synth music on garageband. What other equipment would I need if i bought one of these rn?

  • @malikdavis6091
    @malikdavis6091 Рік тому

    Do a Hydrasynth review. If you had to choose between this and the hydrasynth which one would it be

  • @BPEMETO
    @BPEMETO 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for the video! : ) Is the sequence locked to only one preset as in the Microfreak?

  • @BOMBPHONICS
    @BOMBPHONICS Рік тому

    My girlfriend got me a minifreak for Christmas. It’s awesome!!!

    • @mjaa1307
      @mjaa1307 Рік тому

      who is awesome? the minifreak or your girlfriend? 🤣

    • @BOMBPHONICS
      @BOMBPHONICS Рік тому

      @@mjaa1307 both!

  • @hobonickel840
    @hobonickel840 Рік тому

    Thank you for the review .. How does this match up to the MiniNova .. I need a midi keyboard but I want a synth!
    Synetics for the win!

  • @RealityShiftUK
    @RealityShiftUK Рік тому

    Do you think it’s worth getting the hardware if you have the vst? I mean I do prefer hardware in general

  • @lostinthesupermarket
    @lostinthesupermarket Рік тому

    What chord progressions /Scales do you use to create that 70s synthwave movie sound though?

  • @jj4404
    @jj4404 Рік тому +2

    Hi David. Great channel. How does the routing work.. having created that midi chord progression, are you firing that back through the freak then back in again/recording it as audio in ableton ? (when you're not using the plugin).

  • @sebastiansayers2970
    @sebastiansayers2970 4 дні тому

    Sooo which one should I buy first?? Mini or micro 😅

  • @DavidErresesions
    @DavidErresesions Рік тому

    Can you explain how to record sequences on the fly?? I'm about to sell my Korg :/ thank you in advance for your video.

  • @revbaxter3681
    @revbaxter3681 Рік тому +1

    I'm looking for my first synth live looping. I want to be able to hold long pads and manually sweep through filters. I've thought about the freak family, but I've also considered something from the brute line. One seems to offer simplicity and the other flexibility. I don't want to be limited to a one trick pony, but I'm a novice and I'm intimidated by the menus. I'd love to get some thoughts from anyone willing to offer them?

    • @Jimmyknapp2
      @Jimmyknapp2 Рік тому

      I saw today there is a demo for the virtual minifreak, see if you can get that to run it should be similar to the hardware. Easy to get into but even the microfreak is an iceberg of a synthesizer.

    • @revbaxter3681
      @revbaxter3681 Рік тому

      @@Jimmyknapp2 Thanks for the heads up. My fear is that I would get a sound I like and then never be able to find it again because I touched something that jacked up the whole synth.

  • @kris.ell.b.7768
    @kris.ell.b.7768 11 місяців тому

    Does this synth have a speaker? Can it run on batery? (Or are you tied tovthe grid and to your mixer and amplifier?

  • @gauravsharma-hr3ew
    @gauravsharma-hr3ew Рік тому

    Does mini freak makes the sound u made from micro freak
    I meant the music u made on micro freak, u can also made on mini freak, as I am planning to buy one, Inwas wondering which ine should I go for, or some other then above you can suggest,

  • @symbiat0
    @symbiat0 Рік тому

    As a long term Microfreak owner, I remember watching your video on it, it’s how I found your channel years ago. I bought the Minifreak the day it was released, I just saw it as a great upgrade. How are you liking it so far ? Can we expect more videos on it ?

  • @orkunsanal
    @orkunsanal 11 місяців тому

    Can you write the differences with the other freak? (Keys are obvious) and if you prefer to buy one, which one ?

  • @alexstixx
    @alexstixx Рік тому

    I sold my microfreak because it just wasn't working for me. I think the minifreak VST is awesome though. My workflow has started to be about analog minimalism and this VST is a great little addition to my digital mess.

  • @huangdabao
    @huangdabao Рік тому

    Happy new Lunar New Year of the rabbit!

  • @Jimmyknapp2
    @Jimmyknapp2 Рік тому +2

    I was very tempted by the $99 sale for the virtual one but I'm going to wait... Nothing beats hardware.

  • @roballen980
    @roballen980 Рік тому

    i was looking for a microkorg s today and the guy showed me this synth cause they didn’t have it. Looks cool but i really want that microkorg lol

  • @r-e-s-o-n-a-n-t
    @r-e-s-o-n-a-n-t 10 місяців тому

    Do you still need an audio interface if you use the VST?

  • @aether3569
    @aether3569 Рік тому

    It would be cool if the mod matrix was like buttons you could push instead of having to use that knob lol

  • @TheyBenefit
    @TheyBenefit 9 місяців тому

    Hopefully they make a Macrofreak 49 key at one point

  • @KHos73
    @KHos73 Рік тому

    Would be cool if this can be a iOS auv3 plugin for iOS daws

  • @gauravsharma-hr3ew
    @gauravsharma-hr3ew Рік тому

    I just bought moog DFAM AND MOTHER32 but I don't see they can make music like micro or mini freak

  • @MaroKhal
    @MaroKhal Рік тому

    Would this be a good recomendation as a first synthsizer ?

  • @BsktImp
    @BsktImp Рік тому +2

    Reminds me of Boards of Canada.