Arturia MicroFreak vs Korg opsix
| Arturia MicroFreak | Korg opsix | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | 25-key capacitive keybed with polyphonic aftertouch | velocity and release-velocity sensitive |
| Polyphony | 4 | 32 |
| Sounds / presets | 512 | 500 |
| Sequencer | 64-step sequencer; 2 patterns per preset; 4 automation tracks | — |
| Sound engine | Digital oscillators (14 types incl. Pluck/Granular) + analog filter | Altered FM sound generator |
| Effects | 4 FX slots | 30 types |
| Speakers | None (line out only) | — |
| Bluetooth | No | — |
| USB audio | Yes | — |
| Weight | 1.02 kg | 2.9 kg |
| Battery power | 6× AA | — |
| Released | 2019 | — |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 25 | 37 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Arturia MicroFreak if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (1.02 kg vs 2.9 kg).
- Choose the Korg opsix if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (4 vs 32).
- Choose the Arturia MicroFreak if you want more variety of built-in voices (512 vs 500).
Full spec sheets: Arturia MicroFreak · Korg opsix. Rows with a highlighted background differ.