Orba 2
Handheld 8-pad looper, synth, and MIDI controller.
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Create music like never before with Orba 2 by Artiphon, a portable powerhouse packed with hundreds of sounds and audio sampling capabilities via the free Artiphon Connect app. Effortlessly loop and layer Drum, Bass, Chord, and Lead parts to craft impressive songs, all while enjoying features like a built-in speaker, headphone jack, and over 5 hours of battery life. With seamless MIDI connectivity to apps like GarageBand, Logic, and Ableton via USB or Bluetooth, Orba 2 unlocks expressive gestures such as Vibrato and Tilt to modulate sound. Perfect for beginners and pros alike, it enhances every musical session, making creativity intuitive, fun, and limitless.
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If your gift may arrive after the holidays, download our printable placeholder card to let your recipient know their Orba 3 is on its way! Print or share it digitally—it’s a thoughtful placeholder to keep the excitement alive until delivery.
Meet Orba 2
Unbox music.
Tap into your creativity by easily switching between Drum, Bass, Chord, and Lead. Use the built-in synthesizer and looper to create full tunes effortlessly. Whether you’re unwinding, fidgeting, sketching musical ideas, or using its MIDI capabilities to control your DAW, Orba will evolve with you on your musical journey.
Orba offers a variety of sounds, including traditional instruments like guitars, pianos, basses, and drums, as well as electronic synth sounds. Use the Artiphon Connect app to access and mix hundreds of sounds inspired by genres such as lofi, edm, hip-hop, trap, pop, rnb, and more.
Orba’s onboard synthesizer features four parts—Drum, Bass, Chord, and Lead—that you can switch between with a single tap. Its looper lets you layer and record quickly for instant song creation. When connected to a DAW, these parts control software instruments and enable advanced features, such as playing multiple MIDI notes with a single finger.
Use the Artiphon Connect app to turn any sound into a playable preset. Load your recorded or existing samples onto Orba, and its powerful sound engine will automatically tune them to your chosen key. From a bicycle bell to a bird’s song or even a friend’s voice, any sound can inspire your next track.
Orba offers a variety of sounds, including traditional instruments like guitars, pianos, basses, and drums, as well as electronic synth sounds. Use the Artiphon Connect app to access and mix hundreds of sounds inspired by genres such as lofi, edm, hip-hop, trap, pop, rnb, and more.
Orba’s onboard synthesizer features four parts—Drum, Bass, Chord, and Lead—that you can switch between with a single tap. Its looper lets you layer and record quickly for instant song creation. When connected to a DAW, these parts control software instruments and enable advanced features, such as playing multiple MIDI notes with a single finger.
Use the Artiphon Connect app to turn any sound into a playable preset. Load your recorded or existing samples onto Orba, and its powerful sound engine will automatically tune them to your chosen key. From a bicycle bell to a bird’s song or even a friend’s voice, any sound can inspire your next track.
Feel the music.
Immerse yourself in musical expression with Orba's touch-sensitive pads, responding to the slightest touch. Feel the music as you naturally modulate sound using nine intuitive playing gestures like Tilt, Shake, Radiate, Bump, Move, Spin, and more — all mappable in your DAW.
Yes, it works with that.
Break free from the creative constraints of traditional controllers with their limiting keys, knobs, and buttons. Orba is a Bluetooth MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) controller that seamlessly connects to your favorite music production apps, empowering you to control software instruments in popular DAWs such as Ableton Live, GarageBand, Logic, FL Studio, and more.
Your creative canvas.
Orba is your perfect partner for musical exploration. Whether you’re sketching out new ideas or refining finished tracks, Orba’s versatile features make the process smooth and intuitive. Export your creations as audio files or MIDI data, and easily integrate your work with your favorite DAW to bring your musical vision to fruition.
Music on the move.
Orba, compact like a small grapefruit, is the epitome of portability. Whether you’re heading to a BBQ party, commuting on the subway, or joining a band practice, Orba is always ready to fuel your creativity. With its built-in speaker, rechargeable battery, and headphone jack, you can enjoy your music as loud as you like, wherever inspiration strikes.
And the award goes to...
Everyone's favorite award-winning instrument, Orba.
Onboard speaker
3W active system, about as loud as an acoustic guitar.
USB C Port
For connecting to devices to charge and to trigger MIDI.
Headphone jack
For private jamming, or for plugging into amps and turning up.
Feather touch playing surface
Eight, capacitive-sensing pads that respond to the most subtle movements.
Volume buttons
For turning up, silly.
Add color, play loud.
Add an extra layer of protection to your Orba with our custom Silicone Sleeve. This flexible sleeve allows full access to buttons and cable ports and features a removable strap long enough to attach Orba to your wrist or backpack.
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Tech Specs
What's in the box?
- Orba 2
- USB Cable
- Quickstart Guide
Dimensions
- 3.14" (diameter) x 2" (height)
I/O
- USB-C (USB 2.0 Class Compliant Audio/MIDI)
- 3.5mm (1/8") TRS Analog Headphone Stereo Out
Features
- Multi-colored LEDs
- 8 capacitive sense pads
- Built-in accelerometer
- Built-in Gyroscope
- Embedded Haptic feedback
- (A) menu button
- Power + volume button
- Rechargeable battery (+5 hours)
Bluetooth
- Bluetooth LE MIDI (MIDI only)
- Note: Windows 10 does not currently support Bluetooth LE MIDI
Speaker System
- 3W built-in active speaker system
Compatibility
- iOS 11 and newer
- Android 9 and newer
- macOS 10.12 and newer
- Windows 10 (64-bit)
Note: Firmware updating requires a cabled USB connection and can only be done from a desktop computer.
Note: Transferring a sample from your device to Orba 2 requires a cabled USB connection.
Frequently asked...
Does Orba 2 quantize?
You bet it does.
Does Orba 2 have its own sounds?
Yes! You can use Orba 2 completely on its own. It has over 120 sounds available, from traditional instruments to more experimental synths and beyond. It also has its own built-in speaker and headphone jack.
What are the system requirements for Orba 2?
You can use Orba 2 without having to connect to a computer or phone. The Artiphon Connect app is used to change sounds, save your songs, and update firmware. For that, the system requirements are:
- iOS 11 and newer
- Android 9 and newer
- macOS 10.13 and newer
- Windows 10 (64 bit) and newer
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