Craft soaring leads, delicate textures, and deep, rumbling basses with the Moog Messenger, the latest next-generation monophonic analog keyboard synthesizer that's packed with flexible, modern features for today's aspiring and professional musicians, producers, and sound designers.
Messenger delivers massive sound in a compact package, thanks to the 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.
At a Glance
- 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
Additional Features
- Triangle-wave LFO (LFO 2) tied to the 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 six 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 two 6.5mm jacks for further control of sound in performance settings
Timeless and Intuitive
Messenger builds on the DNA of Moog's most iconic and prolific monosynths—Minimoog Model D, Voyager, Grandmother, Subsequent 37—and puts a new spin on a familiar format with innovative circuits and timeless analog sound.
A Legend Reborn
In a first for Moog, Messenger features a twist on the legendary ladder filter, which, in addition to high-pass and band-pass responses, will toggle between preserving low end when resonance is increased and a traditional low-pass ladder filter response via the RES BASS switch.
Compositional Powerhouse
Effortlessly record sequences of up to 64 steps, integrate chance operations, and introduce random fluctuations and parameter recording. Experiment with a plethora of arpeggiator patterns and cascade notes into infinity.
Sound Design and Modulation Playground
Two loopable ADSR envelopes, two LFOs, and expanded frequency and audio-rate modulation options via Oscillator 2 provide a wealth of modulation options and deeper assignable possibilities.
Inspiration at Your Fingertips
There are 32 full-size semi-weighted keys with velocity and aftertouch, a robust metal panel, 256 presets, and knob-per-function controls mean Messenger is endlessly playable and ready to bring to your next gig.
Comprehensive Connectivity
Messenger integrates seamlessly into any studio or live setup with six analog control voltage (CV) patch points, an external audio input to the filter, expression and sustain pedal inputs, and 5-pin DIN MIDI in/out as well as MIDI over USB-C.