Unlocking Endless Sound Possibilities: Artiphon’s Orba 3 Revolutionizes Handheld Music Creation

Nashville-based music technology innovator Artiphon has once again pushed the boundaries of handheld instrumentation with the launch of the Orba 3. This latest addition to the Orba family introduces live sampling capabilities, empowering musicians to unlock new creative possibilities.

Seamless Sound Sampling

The Orba 3 features a built-in microphone, allowing users to record and sample sounds directly on the device. With the simple click of the red Sample button, musicians can capture and manipulate their voice, instruments, or environmental sounds. This intuitive process eliminates the need for external systems, streamlining the sound design process.

Versatile Sound Shaping

The Orba 3’s four modes – bass, chord, drum, and lead – enable users to assign distinct properties to their sampled sounds. In Drum mode, each pad can hold a unique sample, while Chord mode automatically tunes samples to fit musical chords. Artiphon’s sophisticated sound engine expertly crops, tunes, and perfects the audio, ensuring polished results.

MIDI Connectivity and Compatibility

As with its predecessors, the Orba 3 doubles as a MIDI controller when connected to external devices via USB-C. This seamless integration expands the instrument’s capabilities, allowing musicians to control digital audio workstations, software synthesizers, and other MIDI-compatible devices.

Availability and Pricing

The Orba 3 is now available on Artiphon’s website for $160. The Orba 2 remains in the lineup, now priced at $120.

Artiphon’s Innovative Legacy

The Orba 3 is the latest milestone in Artiphon’s mission to redefine handheld music creation. Following the success of the Orba 2 and the innovative Chorda, released last year, Artiphon continues to push the boundaries of musical expression.