Befaco ARK is a self-contained Eurorack instrument and sequencer, combining synthesis engines, sampling and CV generation around a 16-track sequencing system.
Each track can host sound-generation, sampling or CV/gate functions, while the sequencer supports deterministic, stochastic and Euclidean sequencing approaches.
The system also provides harmony tools based on chord progressions and scales, 16 internal modulation sources, MIDI generation and recording, and flexible routing of audio and CV.
An internal mixer provides effects and master dynamics processing, while the physical design separates the control and core sections for flexible placement in a Eurorack system.
Features:
- 16-track sequencer
- Deterministic, stochastic and Euclidean sequencing modes
- Per-track synthesis, sampling and CV/gate generation
- Multiple synthesis engines
- Drum and percussion synthesis engines
- Sample playback
- Sample slicing
- Granular sampling
- Harmony tools based on chord progressions and scales
- 16 internal modulation sources
- Per-step sequencing controls including velocity, rolls, legato, slides and repeats
- MIDI generation, recording and parameter control
- MIDI input and output
- Eight assignable CV/audio outputs
- Eight gate outputs
- Six CV inputs
- Internal mixer
- Onboard effects
- Master dynamics processing
- Clock and reset connectivity
- USB host connectivity
- Detachable physical architecture
- Cherry-compatible interchangeable keys
- 40HP Eurorack format
Pricing & Availability:
Befaco has announced ARK for release in late 2026, priced at $799 USD.
