Moog Messenger Synthesizer Video Round Up
Today, Moog officially announced the Messenger synthesizer at Superbooth 2025, being held May 8-10 at the FEZ-Berlin.
The Moog Messenger is a powerful synth that blends so-called ‘East Coast (Moog)’ and ‘West Coast (Buchla)’ synthesis capabilities. They call it “Moog’s most accessible analog synthesizer to date”.
The Moog Messenger is priced at $899 and it is one of the most capable monosynths that Moog has ever made, introducing new synthesis capabilities, expressive performance options, knob-per-function control, CV/Gate connectivity and more.
With the introduction comes the coordinated release of embargoed videos from retailers, reviewers, performers and synthfluencers alike. Here’s a round up of the videos that offer the best introduction to Moog’s new synth.
The first video, embedded above, is an official Moog video that features synthesist Lisa Bella Donna performing (with multitracking) a complete track using the Messenger, with an extended solo at the end. It’s a great showcase of the range of the Moog Messenger and its live performance options.
In the next video, Andrew Huang shares his take on the Moog Messenger, along with his five outstanding features:
Host Ziv Eliraz – in his latest loopop video below – shares a really comprehensive review of the Moog Messenger, including his thoughts on pros and cons, and his tips for ‘DFAM mode’ & using it paraphonically:
Here’s producer Sanjay C‘s take on the Messenger:
“In this video, I walk you through everything you need to know: the analog wavefolder, looping envelopes, modulation matrix, built-in sequencer, Res Bass feature, and more. I’ll show you how it sounds, how it works, and how it stacks up to other synths under $900.”
The next video feature musician and visual designer Tycho (a.k.a Scott Hansen):
“I’m kind of Moog obsessed,” says Hansen. “My first Moog synthesizer was a Voyager, and I ended up getting a Minimoog, Source, Prodigy and Matriarch—which was the primary choice for my album Infinite Health, where I wanted synth and guitar sounds to overlap and connect in interesting ways.”
“The Messenger feels like a very playable instrument, as opposed to something you have to dive into with sound design,” he adds. “Whether you’re a beginner or experienced player, the Messenger seems perfect for writing or live performance—and the patch memory is huge.”
If you want to hear the Messenger get a workout, check out Matt Johnson’s take, which emphasizes sound design and performing:
Hear what the Messenger sounds like, ‘No Talking’ style demo of the Messenger by Sweetwater synth guru Daniel Fisher:
Here, synthesist Sarah Belle Reid offers her take on the Moog Messenger, including her take on how the synth’s range extends beyond standard ‘Moog synth sounds’:
Reid’s video includes an overview of how Messenger works, plus a large number of audio demos and patch examples.
Has Moog released an affordable monosynth keyboard that actually pushes the envelope?
Watch the videos and share your thoughts on the new Moog Messenger in the comments!
