Blending classic Moog analog warmth with modern innovations, including wavefolding oscillators and next-generation filtering
Moog Music™ today unveils the Moog Messenger™, a compact yet powerful monophonic analog synthesizer designed to deliver the iconic Moog sound to a new generation of musicians. Officially announced today and available beginning early summer, Messenger blends timeless analog warmth with innovative functionality, like dynamic wavefolding, a next-generation ladder filter with resonance bass compensation, and an intuitive hands-on interface. This makes it an inspiring instrument for both newcomers to synthesis and seasoned musicians seeking depth and expressiveness.
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With its performance-ready design and versatile sound engine, Messenger seamlessly integrates into any studio, live performance setup, or modular rig. Synth collectors who value the Moog sound, brand, and legacy will also appreciate its craftsmanship and sonic capabilities.
For over six decades, Moog synthesizers have profoundly influenced music culture, shaping genres from progressive rock and jazz fusion to electronic dance music. Pioneering artists such as Wendy Carlos, whose 1968 album Switched-On Bach showcased the synthesizer’s versatility, and bands like Emerson, Lake and Palmer and Kraftwerk, who integrated Moog’s distinctive sounds into their groundbreaking work, have cemented its legacy.
The Moog Messenger continues this tradition of developing innovative musical tools for forward-thinking artists. It represents a significant evolution in Moog’s synthesizer lineage, blending the company’s rich heritage with new sonic possibilities and enhanced playability. Designed for both aspiring and professional musicians, producers, and sound designers, Messenger provides an accessible yet powerful tool for creative exploration.
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