Description

Artiphon ORBA portable handheld instrument- $99!

A compact handheld synthesizer, looper, and MIDI controller, the Artiphon Orba combines touch and motion sensors for intuitive, on-the-go music creation.

Type
Handheld Synthesizer, Looper, MIDI Controller

Model
Orba

Manufacturer
Artiphon

Country of Manufacture
USA

Year of Introduction
2020

Controls
8 touch-sensitive pads, central menu button, motion sensors (accelerometer and gyroscope), volume control

Input
USB-C port (for charging and MIDI connectivity)

Output
1× 1/8″ (3.5 mm) stereo headphone output
USB-C MIDI output

Power Supply
Built-in rechargeable battery (approx. 4 hours per charge)

Notable Features

  • Modes: Drum, Bass, Chord, Lead for layered loop creation

  • Gestural Controls: Reacts to tapping, sliding, shaking, and tilting to shape sound

  • Looper: Built-in loop recording and playback for live layering

  • Speaker: Integrated onboard speaker for standalone use

  • MIDI: Functions as a class-compliant USB MIDI controller

  • Use Case: Perfect for musicians and producers seeking a portable, fun instrument for composing, performing, or controlling DAWs and virtual instruments