--- product_id: 79040712 title: "Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1 – USB MPE MIDI Controller Multi-instrument for Guitar, Violin, Piano, Drums and Music Production (iOS, iPhone, iPad, Mac & PC), white" brand: "artiphon" price: "FREE" currency: GBP in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/79040712-artiphon-instrument-1-usb-mpe-midi-controller-multi-instrument-guitar store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 5-string fretted & fretless versatility 6-hour battery life for all-day creativity USB & Lightning connectivity for seamless plug & play Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1 – USB MPE MIDI Controller Multi-instrument for Guitar, Violin, Piano, Drums and Music Production (iOS, iPhone, iPad, Mac & PC), white **Brand:** artiphon **Price:** FREE **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎶 One instrument, endless possibilities—be the sound everyone envies ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1 – USB MPE MIDI Controller Multi-instrument for Guitar, Violin, Piano, Drums and Music Production (iOS, iPhone, iPad, Mac & PC), white by artiphon - **How much does it cost?** FREE with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/79040712-artiphon-instrument-1-usb-mpe-midi-controller-multi-instrument-guitar) ## Best For - artiphon enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted artiphon brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Expressive Control:** Pressure-sensitive, low-latency strings for dynamic, professional-grade performance - • **Plug & Play Freedom:** Connect instantly to iOS, Mac, and PC with USB & Lightning cables included - • **Award-Winning Innovation:** TIME’s Best Invention & PC Mag Editors' Choice—join the elite creators - • **Multi-Instrument Mastery:** Play guitar, violin, piano, drums & synth on one sleek device - • **Ultra-Portable Powerhouse:** Lightweight 408g design with 6-hour battery for studio or stage ## Overview The Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1 is a groundbreaking USB MPE MIDI controller combining fretted and fretless string play with multi-instrument versatility. Lightweight and portable with 6-hour battery life, it connects seamlessly to iOS, Mac, and PC via USB and Lightning cables. Recognized by TIME and PC Mag, it offers pressure-sensitive, low-latency performance for guitar, violin, piano, drums, and synth, making it the ultimate creative tool for modern musicians and producers. ## Description From the manufacturer Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1 The Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1 is a new kind of digital instrument that adapts to the way you play. It’s the first MIDI controller that lets you strum, slide, tap, and drum any sound on a single interface. With built-in speakers, accelerometer, all-day battery life, direct iOS connection, and MIDI MPE compatibility, the INSTRUMENT 1 has opened a new category of production, performance, and play. Meet the Multi-instrument - Want to play a technique you've already mastered? INSTRUMENT 1 has got you covered. Want to be someone new for the day? That’s just a press away A versatile MIDI controller Strings that break the rules (and never break) Know your way around a guitar or bass? Take your knowledge of the fretboard into the digital realm. You’ll be able to tune each string individually, and play them independently with MPE: the new MIDI standard that allows for full expressiveness. The band in your backpack At just 1.6 lbs, the INSTRUMENT 1 is the songwriting tool that goes with you anywhere and plays like anything. The rechargeable battery lasts all day–even when playing at 11. Yes, it works with that Plug and play right out of the box with your favorite DAWs and apps. Use the included USB cable to connect to Mac and Windows computers to play Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, and more. Use the Lightning cable to play GarageBand, Animoog, and your other favorite iOS apps. Pressure Sensitive Modulate effects even after you've trigged your note with continuous aftertouch. Hammer-ons Pull-off and hammer-on as you would on a traditional guitar. Now try it with a piano sound. Tilt Control filters and envelopes using natural gestures with Tilt: the INSTRUMENT 1's answer to mod wheel. String Bend Inward pressure allows you to bend the pitch of a note, unlocking a new way to utilize your synth sounds. Review: Defective product - Does not turn on after fully charged. Review: Fantastic - Allows you to play any instrument you like as you would a guitar and have the midi blocks recorded into Ableton. You can strum an acoustic guitar, a sitar, or a grand piano. Before buying the instrument I hardly touched the guitar but wanted to learn in a way that was totally silent. I live in shared housing with very thin walls. I wanted to be able to play while the person in the room next to mine was asleep. Some say that you can do that with an electric guitar but this is a lot more portable. I didn't know how to play before I got the instrument but after a few guitar tutorials I was able to play along to various songs on the record. My first impression when trying the instrument was that I had made a mistake as it seemed to have a slightly... what's the word... neurotic? response. After doing some firmware updates and plugging it into my MacBook (The Windows software doesn't really work) it began to work a lot better. If you're an experienced guitar player this thing might seem like a quite alien experience but since I was learning to play on this instrument from square one it was fine for me. It's relatively easy on the fingers. Many years ago, when I was growing up, I very briefly tried to learn to play someone else's guitar (I'd forgotten everything since then) but I found the pain was limiting the amount of time I could spend practicing. With this you can play for pretty much however long you want even if your fingers aren't hardened. Despite it being soft to play my fingers have gradually hardened a bit anyway, but this was basically painless experience. I think it's a good thing to buy if you want something that's quite portable and allows you to adjust the notes you pick or strum. ## Features - Play guitar, bass, synth, violin, drum pads, and more, on a revolutionary MIDI controller - TIME Magazine "Best Invention of the Year," #1 Instrument on Kickstarter, PC Mag Editors' Choice - The first fretted and fretless digital string instrument; low-latency, pressure-sensitive playing - Ultra Portable: Lightweight and 6-Hour Battery Life; USB & Lightning Cable iOS and Mac Connectivity - 2 Stereo Speakers & Headphone Jack for creating on your own, or jamming with friends - Includes: Antiphon INSTRUMENT 1, power supply (including international adapters), Lightning to USB mini cable, USB to Mini USB-B cable, The Antiphon iOS App is available free in the Apple App Store ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01N1I8NYK | | Brand | Artiphon | | Brand Name | Artiphon | | Colour | White | | Compatible Devices | PC, Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Connectivity technology | USB | | Connector Type | Usb Type B | | Control Method | App, Touch | | Control Type | Multi-instrument Controller | | Customer Reviews | 3.1 out of 5 stars 63 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00869302000107 | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Hardware Platform | PC/Mac/iOS | | Human Interface Input | Buttons | | Included Components | Lightning to USB mini cable, USB to Mini USB-B cable, Power supply (including international adapters), Antiphon iOS App | | Instrument | Multiple Instruments | | Instrument Key | Any | | Item Type Name | Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1 – USB MPE MIDI Controller Multi-instrument for Guitar, Violin, Piano, Drums and Music Production (iOS, iPhone, iPad, Mac & PC), white | | Item Weight | 408 Grams | | Manufacturer | Artiphon | | Manufacturer Part Number | 900-00002 | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Name | INSTRUMENT 1 | | Model Number | 900-00001 | | Model name | INSTRUMENT 1 | | Noise Control | None | | Platform | iOS | | Product Style | USB MIDI Keyboard | | Product Warranty | 1 year manufacturer., More information: support@artiphon. Com. | | Size | One-Size | | Special Features | MPE Capability, Multi-position Play, Integrated String Instrument Simulation | | Special feature | MPE Capability, Multi-position Play, Integrated String Instrument Simulation | | Supported Software | Logic Pro X, GarageBand, Ableton Live, Reason, Cubase, Pro Tools | | Total USB Ports | 1 | | UPC | 869302000107 | ## Product Details - **Colour:** White - **Brand:** Artiphon - **Material:** Plastic - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 59.7 x 8.1 x 5.5 centimetres - **Item weight:** 408 Grams ## Images ![Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1 – USB MPE MIDI Controller Multi-instrument for Guitar, Violin, Piano, Drums and Music Production (iOS, iPhone, iPad, Mac & PC), white - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WduYdvSJL.jpg) ![Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1 – USB MPE MIDI Controller Multi-instrument for Guitar, Violin, Piano, Drums and Music Production (iOS, iPhone, iPad, Mac & PC), white - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61wWjx87w2L.jpg) ![Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1 – USB MPE MIDI Controller Multi-instrument for Guitar, Violin, Piano, Drums and Music Production (iOS, iPhone, iPad, Mac & PC), white - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/5114eV9ReML.jpg) ![Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1 – USB MPE MIDI Controller Multi-instrument for Guitar, Violin, Piano, Drums and Music Production (iOS, iPhone, iPad, Mac & PC), white - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81KmFwZvC2L.jpg) ![Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1 – USB MPE MIDI Controller Multi-instrument for Guitar, Violin, Piano, Drums and Music Production (iOS, iPhone, iPad, Mac & PC), white - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81wAMF8ylEL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can it print off music .** A: The artiphon cant, you need software eg ipad to play it. I dont know but it might be theres software that stores what you play and that could be printed. Some software allows you to lay tracks eg drums, guitar etc one at a time to be a complete orchestra, thus may allow storing or printout. Check the capabilities of software apps eg "garageband" not the artiphon itself, its just a "dumb" but powerful instrument. **Q: windows 10 is there anyway of making this instrument work with Windows software please? I have the full version of Mixcraft** A: Yes, it works fine with Windows 10 - that's what I am using. I haven't tried with Mixcraft, but it should work ok. **Q: Can you only use it with IOS devices** A: You can use it with any software or application that uses midi data.You just need the appropriate cable. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐ Defective product *by C***G on 26 March 2021* Does not turn on after fully charged. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic *by L***E on 7 January 2019* Allows you to play any instrument you like as you would a guitar and have the midi blocks recorded into Ableton. You can strum an acoustic guitar, a sitar, or a grand piano. Before buying the instrument I hardly touched the guitar but wanted to learn in a way that was totally silent. I live in shared housing with very thin walls. I wanted to be able to play while the person in the room next to mine was asleep. Some say that you can do that with an electric guitar but this is a lot more portable. I didn't know how to play before I got the instrument but after a few guitar tutorials I was able to play along to various songs on the record. My first impression when trying the instrument was that I had made a mistake as it seemed to have a slightly... what's the word... neurotic? response. After doing some firmware updates and plugging it into my MacBook (The Windows software doesn't really work) it began to work a lot better. If you're an experienced guitar player this thing might seem like a quite alien experience but since I was learning to play on this instrument from square one it was fine for me. It's relatively easy on the fingers. Many years ago, when I was growing up, I very briefly tried to learn to play someone else's guitar (I'd forgotten everything since then) but I found the pain was limiting the amount of time I could spend practicing. With this you can play for pretty much however long you want even if your fingers aren't hardened. Despite it being soft to play my fingers have gradually hardened a bit anyway, but this was basically painless experience. I think it's a good thing to buy if you want something that's quite portable and allows you to adjust the notes you pick or strum. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simple to start using, but potentially awesome (but complex) capability *by B***B on 11 September 2019* I bought for my son. Had to buy ipad as well for software but knew that when i ordered. PC software doesnt quite do it justice. Ipad software is often free but theres lots out there. Its also very portable. Whe i asked he said he found it easy to start to use but later realised its potentially a very complex instrument.. He mainly used to play his guitar, but now he jams with artiphone at his mates. Now hes got guitar violin piand and drums! He loves it.. says so much fun and hes only scraped the surface of what he can do. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/79040712-artiphon-instrument-1-usb-mpe-midi-controller-multi-instrument-guitar](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/79040712-artiphon-instrument-1-usb-mpe-midi-controller-multi-instrument-guitar) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-25*