Moog Messenger Monophonic Analog Synthesizer

Timeless and Intuitive - The Moog Messenger Monophonic Analog Synthesizer

Messenger is a next-generation monophonic analog keyboard synthesizer from Moog. Packed full of innovative twists on beloved circuits, it blends the iconic Moog sound with flexible, modern features for today’s aspiring and professional musicians, producers, and sound designers. Delivering massive sound in a compact package, Messenger features two oscillators with wavefolding functionality, a sub-oscillator with continuously variable waveshapes, dual looping ADSR envelopes, 32 semi-weighted full-size keys with velocity and aftertouch, and the legendary Moog ladder filter augmented with resonance bass compensation, multiple filter slopes, and true multimode functionality. Equally suited for crafting soaring leads, delicate textures, and deep, rumbling basses, Messenger is a dynamic and approachable creative tool ready for the stage or studio.

• 32 Semi-Weighted Full-Size Keys with Velocity and Aftertouch for Responsive Feel and Dynamic Control
• Two Continuously Variable-Shape VCOs and Unique Hybrid Wavefolders, Sync, and FM Capabilities
• Sub-Oscillator with Continuously Variable Waveshape for Added Bass Weight
• White Noise Generator for Interesting Texture and Depth
• Moog Transistor Ladder Filter with Unique Pole-Mixing Design for 4-Pole Low-Pass, 2-Pole Low-Pass, Band-Pass, and High-Pass Responses
• Resonance Control with Resonance Bass Compensation (RES BASS) Switch to Preserve and Punctuate Low End
• External Input to Filter, Feedback, and VCO FM of Filter Cutoff for Expanded Audio Processing
• Dual Loopable ADSR Envelopes with Velocity Responsiveness and Multi-Trig
• Variable Shape LFO (LFO 1) with Sync, Reset, and Independent Modulation Bus for Pulse-Width Modulation, Dynamic Wavefolding, Filter FM, and More
• Triangle-Wave LFO (LFO 2) Tied to MOD Wheel and Routable to Multiple Destinations
• Pitch Wheel, Octave Transpose, and Variable Response Glide
• 256 Preset Locations with 240 Factory Presets Organized into 16 Categorized Banks for Immediate Access to Professionally Designed Tones and Textures (Basses, Leads, Pads, Arps, Percussion, and More)
• Save up to 256 Sequences Each up to 64 Steps and Add Probabilistic Generative Behavior and Parameter Recording
• Unique Configurable Arpeggiator with Multiple Pattern Modes and Rhythmic Programming
• Headphone Output
• Analog Clock In/Out, Control Voltage In/Out, Gate In/Out via 6x 3.5mm Jacks for Interfacing with Analog Synths and Eurorack
• MIDI In/Out via 5-Pin DIN or USB-C for Compatibility with Your Favorite DAW
• Sustain Pedal and Expression Pedal Inputs via 2x 6.5mm Jacks for Further Control of Sound in Performance Settings

SPECIFICATIONS

General

• Type: Monophonic Analog Synthesizer
• Sound Engine: Analog
• Number of Keys: 32
• Type of Keys: Semi-Weighted with Velocity and Aftertouch
• Controllers: Pitch Bend, Mod Wheel, Velocity, Aftertouch
• Polyphony: Monophonic
• Presets: 256 patches - 16 banks, 16 patches per bank
• Arpeggiator / Sequencer: 64 step sequence saveable per-patch

Analog Sound Sources

• Sources: 2x Variable Waveshape Voltage-Controlled Oscillators with Wavefolder, 1x Variable Waveshape Sub Oscillator, 1x Analog White Noise Generator, 1x External Input/Filter Feedback

Analog Signal Processors

• Processors: 1x Voltage-Controlled Multimode Moog Transistor Ladder Filter with Selectable Resonance Compensation, 1x Voltage-Controlled Amplifier

Modulation

• Envelopes: 2x ADSR Loopable Envelopes
• LFOs: 1x Selectable Waveshape LFO (LFO 1), 1x Triangle Wave LFO (LFO 2)

Connections

• Audio Input: 1x 6.5mm TS
• Audio Output: 1x 6.5mm TS, 1x 6.5mm TRS Headphone
• MIDI I/O: DIN In, DIN Out, USB-C
• CV/Gate Connections: 6x 3.5mm TS - CV/Gate In, CV/Gate Out, Analog Clock In/Out
• Pedal Inputs: Sustain, Expression (6.5mm TRS)

Dimensions and Weight

• Weight: 4.95 kg / 10.91 lbs
• Dimensions: 58.50 width x 32.16 depth x 9.65 height (cm)
• Dimensions: 23.03 width x 12.66 depth x 3.80 height (inches)

Power

• Power: Included 12V DC (Center Positive) Power Supply, 100-240V AC 50/60 Hz

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