Detail 01
32 full-size semi-weighted keys with velocity and aftertouch
The keyboard responds to playing dynamics and aftertouch, alongside pitch-bend and mod-wheel controls.
Product detailSKU #1500000456639
MoogMessenger 32-Key Monophonic Analog Synthesizer
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Messenger is a 32-key monophonic analog synthesizer with semi-weighted keys, velocity, and aftertouch for hands-on control. Two variable-waveshape oscillators with wavefolders, a variable sub-oscillator, analog white noise, and selectable filter modes provide the sound-building sections. Its two loopable ADSR envelopes can address amplitude, filter cutoff, and pitch. For pattern work, the onboard sequencer stores 64-step sequences per patch and records parameters, while the arpeggiator adds pattern and rhythmic options.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Writing and recalling 64-step sequences with parameter recording, randomization, and per-patch storage.
- Playing monophonic parts with full-size semi-weighted keys, velocity, aftertouch, pitch bend, and mod wheel.
- Connecting a synth setup through CV, gate, clock, USB-C MIDI, or 5-pin DIN MIDI.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need a gig bag or case included; neither is included.
- Work requiring more than one simultaneously played note from a monophonic synthesizer.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Filter modes: 4-pole low-pass, 2-pole low-pass, band-pass, high-pass
The filter offers four listed mode choices and a RES BASS switch for selectable resonance bass compensation.
Detail 03
Two loopable ADSR envelopes
They can be routed to amplitude, filter cutoff, or pitch, and respond to velocity.
Detail 04
64-step sequencer
Sequences can be stored by patch, with parameter recording and randomization.
Detail 05
6 CV/gate patch points
The six 0.125-inch TS connections cover CV, gate, and clock input/output.
Detail 06
256 patches; 240 factory presets in 16 banks
The instrument provides both factory sounds and patch storage.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01A case or gig bag is not included.
- 02Power uses the included 12V DC center-positive supply.
- 03External audio connects through a 0.25-inch TS input; main output is 0.25-inch TS and headphones use 0.25-inch TRS.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is Messenger polyphonic?
No. It is a monophonic analog synthesizer.
02How can I connect it to MIDI gear?
It has USB-C MIDI plus 5-pin DIN MIDI input and output.
03Can it process an external signal?
Yes. It has one 0.25-inch TS external audio input.
04Does it have a sequencer?
Yes. The sequencer supports up to 64 steps, per-patch storage, parameter recording, and randomization.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Controllers
- Pitch bend, mod wheel, velocity, aftertouch
1 detailsPlayability
- Keys
- 32 full-size semi-weighted
3 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Type
- 2 loopable ADSR envelopes
- Country of Origin
- China
7 detailsConnections & power
- MIDI
- 5-pin DIN in/out, USB-C MIDI
- Audio Input
- 1 x .25 inch TS external input
- External Input
- 1 x .25 inch TS
- Input Voltage
- 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz
- Pedal Inputs
- 2 x .25 inch TRS (expression, sustain)
- Audio Output
- 1 x .25 inch TS main, 1 x .25 inch TRS headphone
- Power Supply
- 12V DC center positive (included)
3 detailsSize & weight
- Product Weight
- 10.91 lb.
- Weight
- 10.91
- Product Dimensions Wxdxh
- 23.03 inch x 12.66 inch x 3.80 inch
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Not included
17 detailsOther
- Modes
- 4-pole low-pass, 2-pole low-pass, band-pass, high-pass
- Modulation
- FM via oscillator and external input
- Arpeggiator
- Multiple pattern modes, rhythmic programming
- Lfo 1
- Variable shape, sync, reset, independent modulation bus
- Lfo 2
- Triangle wave, mod wheel controlled
- Sequencer
- 64-step, per-patch storage, randomization, parameter recording
- Cv Gate
- 6 x 0.125 inch TS (CV in/out, gate in/out, clock in/out)
- Sub Oscillator
- 1 continuously variable waveshape
- Wave Modulation
- Sync and FM capabilities
- Key Features
- Velocity and aftertouch
- Oscillators
- Two variable waveshape VCOs with wavefolders
- Total Patches
- 256
- Resonance
- Selectable bass compensation (RES BASS switch)
- Factory Banks
- 240 factory presets in 16 banks
- Glide
- Variable response
- Transpose
- Octave up/down
- Noise Generator
- Analog white noise
