The LeafAudio Microphonic Soundbox mk2 is your gateway to a world of sonic exploration, perfect for the avant-garde musician or sound designer. This electro-acoustic experimental instrument merges traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, housed in a robust wooden casing that features two built-in contact microphones and low-noise preamplifiers. Designed to encourage creativity, it offers an array of sound-generating elements such as a tunable kalimba, a sandpaper surface, three distinct springs, and two swinging metal bars.

The Microphonic Soundbox mk2 is crafted to be both intuitive and versatile. With its side mounting device equipped with M3 threads, you have the freedom to attach additional items like springs, metal strips, or rubber bands, expanding your sound palette even further. Gain control for both contact microphones ensures you can fine-tune your output, while dual line outputs with a level switch allow for flexible connectivity in any studio setup.

For those who wish to expand their auditory horizons, the soundbox includes an input for external piezo pickups and microphones, making it a versatile addition to any recording environment. Whether you're layering textures in a studio or improvising live, this instrument delivers an inspiring, hands-on approach to sound design.

Key Features:

• Wooden housing with two built-in contact microphones and low-noise preamplifiers
• Various sound-generating elements: sandpaper surface, tunable kalimba, springs, swinging metal bars
• Side mounting device with M3 threads for additional attachments
• Gain control for both contact microphones
• Input for external piezo pickups and microphones (6.3 mm jack)
• Dual line outputs with level switch (High/Low) (6.3 mm jack)
• Channel 1 can be utilized as a separate preamplifier
• Power supply via 9 V battery (not included)
• Includes metal sticks, feathers, and a kalimba with 5 reeds
• Expandable with Leaf Audio Add-On Packs

Product specs

FAQs

What types of sounds can the Leaf Audio Microphonic Soundbox MKII create?

The Leaf Audio Microphonic Soundbox MKII is designed to produce a variety of unique and experimental sounds using its built-in contact microphones and resonant elements, making it ideal for sound design and ambient music creation.

Is the Leaf Audio Microphonic Soundbox MKII suitable for live performances?

Yes, the Microphonic Soundbox MKII is suitable for live performances, offering real-time sound manipulation capabilities with its tactile interface, allowing performers to create dynamic and evolving soundscapes.

Does the Leaf Audio Microphonic Soundbox MKII require any additional equipment to function?

The Microphonic Soundbox MKII can be used on its own, but to fully utilize its potential, connecting it to an effects processor or recording interface is recommended for further sound shaping and integration into a studio setup.

How does the Leaf Audio Microphonic Soundbox MKII differ from traditional effects processors?

Unlike traditional effects processors that modify incoming audio signals, the Microphonic Soundbox MKII generates sound through physical interaction with its resonant components, offering a hands-on approach to sound creation.

Can the Leaf Audio Microphonic Soundbox MKII be used in a DAW setup?

Yes, the Microphonic Soundbox MKII can be integrated into a DAW setup by connecting it to an audio interface, allowing you to record and manipulate its sounds digitally for further production work.