Published 12/5/25
New monosynth to launch in June 2025
On the first day of this year’s Superbooth show in Berlin, Moog unveiled the latest addition to their range of analogue monosynths, the Messenger. Set for release in June 2025, the new instrument has been designed to deliver the company’s iconic sound, but with some interesting modern features and performance-oriented controls.
We stopped by to check it out at Superbooth, and Chris from Moog was kind enough to talk us through its design and demonstrate some of its standout features. Take a look at the video below to find out more.
Key Features
Here’s what Moog have to say about the latest addition to their line-up:
- Timeless and Intuitive Design: Building upon the DNA of Moog’s iconic monosynths such as the Minimoog Model D, Voyager, Grandmother and Subsequent 37, the Messenger introduces innovative circuits within a familiar format, delivering a classic analogue sound with some modern enhancements.
- Modern Wavefolding Oscillators: Two continuously variable-shape, voltage-controlled oscillators with unique hybrid wavefolders, sync and FM capabilities allow for rich harmonic textures and dynamic overtones. a sub-oscillator with a continuously variable waveshape further adds deep, powerful low end.
- Next-Generation Ladder Filter with Resonance Bass Compensation: The legendary Moog transistor ladder filter has been reimagined with a unique pole-mixing design, offering four-pole low-pass, two-pole low-pass, band-pass and high-pass responses. The Res Bass switch preserves low-end power at high resonance settings, ensuring full-bodied sound across the spectrum — the classic response is also available.
- Full-Size Keys with Expressive Control: Messenger features 32 semi-weighted full-size keys with velocity and aftertouch, providing a premium playing experience suitable for both performance and studio use. It’s capable of storing 256 presets, offering immediate access to a wide range of sounds and textures.
- Hands-On, Performance-Ready Layout: a knob-per-function control scheme ensures immediacy and ease of use, allowing musicians to shape sounds instantly without navigating complex menus.
- Integrated Sequencer and Arpeggiator: a 64-step sequencer with probability-based generative behaviour and parameter recording, along with a versatile arpeggiator offering multiple pattern modes and rhythmic programming, enable real-time composition and dynamic live performances.
- Sound Design and Modulation Playground: Two loopable ADSR envelopes with velocity responsiveness and multi-trigger capabilities, along with two LFOs — one variable shape with sync and reset, and one triangle-wave tied to the modulation wheel — provide extensive modulation options for creative sound design.
- Comprehensive Connectivity: Messenger integrates seamlessly into any setup with six analogue CV patch points, expression and sustain pedal inputs, an external audio input to the filter and MIDI In/Out via both five-pin DIN and USB-C, ensuring compatibility with DAWs, modular systems and other hardware synthesizers.
- Compact, Powerful, and Accessible: Delivering the depth and sonic character of Moog’s legacy in a compact, performance-ready format, the Messenger is Moog’s most accessible analogue synthesizer to date.
Pricing & Availability
The Messenger will be available on 2 June 2025, priced at $899.
