Artiphon Orba 2

Introducing the Artiphon Orba 2 Portable Synthesiser

The Artiphon Orba 2 is a compact and versatile musical instrument that combines a synthesiser, sampler, looper, and MIDI controller in one innovative handheld device. Designed to inspire creativity wherever you are, the Orba 2 allows you to perform, compose, and interact with music using intuitive gestures such as tapping, gliding, shaking, and tilting.

This accessible instrument is perfect for musicians of all skill levels and provides endless possibilities for musical exploration. With its responsive touch-sensitive surface and integrated motion sensors, the Orba 2 enables you to control sounds in unique ways.

From creating melodies by pressing and gliding your fingers to adding vibrato by tilting or shaking the device, the Orba 2 allows for expressive performance and experimentation. The built-in synth engine includes four essential sound categories—Drum, Bass, Chord, and Lead—giving you a comprehensive sound palette to create loops, melodies, and complete songs.

Record and customise your own sounds

A key upgrade from the original Orba is the ability to record and import your own samples via the Orba app. This new feature lets you transform everyday sounds into creative musical elements. Capture recordings with your smartphone, such as environmental noises or vocal snippets, and use Orba’s controls to modify and layer them within your music. With an extended song length of up to 128 bars and the inclusion of a quantizer for precision, Orba 2 makes it easy to build structured and polished tracks.

Portable design with built-in speaker

The Orba 2’s sleek, spherical design is both lightweight and durable, allowing you to take it with you wherever inspiration strikes. Equipped with a built-in speaker and headphone output, you can enjoy music-making on the go, without the need for external devices. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery offers up to four hours of playback on a single charge, making it perfect for music sessions on the move or impromptu performances.

Versatile connectivity and MIDI control

In addition to its standalone capabilities, the Orba 2 functions as a powerful MIDI controller. Connect via USB or Bluetooth to seamlessly integrate with your favourite music apps and digital audio workstations. The Orba 2 offers versatile connectivity, enabling musicians to expand their creative horizons by controlling virtual instruments and software from this handheld device.

Boost your playing with Artiphon Connect

The Artiphon Connect app elevates your Chorda and Orba 2 experience with hundreds of additional sounds and the capability to create your own. Save your creations, revisit them anytime, and share your final songs with friends. Featuring a vibrant visualiser, and options to change your key, tuning, and scale, this app puts you in complete control of your instrument, unlocking endless musical possibilities. Download the app here.