Artiphon / ORBA

ORBA is an original MIDI device that offers new ways to enjoy musical performance.

■MIDI device
Artiphon released Instrument 1, a MIDI input device with a guitar fretboard design.

The second product is ORBA, a palm-sized MIDI device. ORBA is a synthesizer, a looper, and an original MIDI controller. Tap, shake, trace, or play like a keyboard. You will discover your own playing style through intuitive actions.

ORBA, a completely new instrument. Get it now.

THIS IS ORBA
Tap, slide, shake.
Compose with intuitive gestures.
This is a synth, a looper, and a controller.

SYNTH
The built-in synthesizer and built-in speaker allow you to experience playing immediately.

LOOPER
Layer drums, bass, chords, and lead parts to compose easily.

CONTROLLER
Connect to your favorite music composition app using Bluetooth MIDI or USB.

■ Features

- Create loops with intuitive playing methods such as tap, slide, shake, and wave.

- Compose in four parts using drums, bass, chords, and leads.

- Built-in synthesizer and built-in speaker for instant playback.

- Various settings can be made with the dedicated ORBA app.

- Connect to your favorite app using MIDI via Bluetooth or USB.

*1 Bluetooth connection is only compatible with iOS, Android, and Mac.

*2 As of September 16, 2020, the Android version of the ORBA App is only available in beta.

ORBA Built-in Synth Sounds
ORBA's innovative built-in synthesizer is designed to respond to your movements.

A wide range of drum, bass, chord, and lead sounds are tuned to be controlled in real time via ORBA's intuitive touch and motion gestures.

ORBA APP
With ORBA, you can play all the parts of your song with one instrument. Easily switch between drums, bass, chords, and lead parts, then layer them together with the built-in looper to create your own songs. Loop your favorite beats and play for hours

How to compose with ORBA
1. Select Drum mode and tap out a beat
2. Slide the pads to add a bass line
3. Play chords with the touch of your finger
4. Switch to lead and create a melody
5. Shake, tilt, and rotate to add effects

Connect ORBA to your favorite iOS device with the included USB-USB-C cable and create custom tunings, presets, and your own songs right in the palm of your hand.