Arturia PolyBrute Analog Morphing Matrix Synthesizer (Grey Blue)

Musician`s, producers, and sound designers looking for a polyphonic synthesizer with advanced controls should look no further than the gray-blue Arturia PolyBrute , a powerful 6-voice polyphonic analog synthesizer with powerful morphing capabilities and multi-axis performance controls for next-generation musical expression. Highlights include the morph function, which allows a sound to exist in two states (A and B) within a single preset, with seamless morphing between them. Coupled with the Morphee three-dimensional performance touchpad, and you`ve got intricate morphing expression right at your fingertips. Manipulate any facet of PolyBrute`s sound, from delicate morphing to extreme dynamic shifts, across the X, Y, and Z axis in an instant.

The rear panel offers stereo 1/4" outputs, two TRS 1/4" expression pedal inputs, a sustain pedal with a polarity switch, and 3.5mm sync in and sync out for connecting to analog drum machines and sequencers. Dedicated MIDI In, Out, and Thru are available via 5-pin DIN connectors, while the USB-B port connects to your computer and offers MIDI I/O as well as a connection to the PolyBrute Editor software, which provides bidirectional control over the entire synth engine. It even doubles as a VST instrument, allowing you to easily integrate the PolyBrute into your favorite DAW setup with automated control over all parameters. The PolyBrute ships with a power cord.

Like No Other Synth

• PolyBrute goes against the grain to provide something entirely newand not just a new sounda new feel and a new design.
• The raw energy of Brute oscillators stacked six-voices high, shaped by the versatility of dual enhanced classic filters. But with PolyBrute, a patch isn`t just a single sound, it`s an entire spectrum of sonic color that can be traversed at the touch of a single control. Attain the unattainable.
• With such sonic depth comes the need for tactility. Playing PolyBrute is like suddenly being able to play several instruments at once; a multifaceted tool for musical expression. From the classic ribbon strip to the state-of-the-art Morph e controller, each component is designed to respond to your every musical nuance.
• Sound complicated? Not a chance. PolyBrute`s intuitive function-per-knob interface and the tactile elegance of the Matrix puts next-generation sound comfortably within reach.

Morphing Technology

Seamless transitioning of multiple parameters from one state to another, and everything in between. Morphing combined with the Morph e and PolyBrute`s uniquely eloquent inventory, pave the way for endless patch evolution and expressivity.

Advanced Sound Shaping Capabilities

• PolyBrutes seismic sound begins with two analog VCOs sharing much of the same sonic architecture that has made MatrixBrute and the rest of the Brute family famous.
• Each oscillator generates sawtooth, triangle, and square waves simultaneously, and you can mix between them to waveshape just the right initial timbre.
• Dial in VCO 1s Metalizer wavefolding to escalate from pure to rude. Bring in VCO 2s sub-oscillator to add an extra lower octave to really rattle some teeth.
• Dial in edgy FM effects by modulating VCO 1s frequency with VCO 2, or subtly alter a continuous range of harmonics with soft or hard sync.

Two Filters Are Better Than One

Tame the rawness of the Brute oscillators with not one, but two filters at your disposaltime-tested classics fused with thrilling enhancements.

VCF 1 Steiner

• A 2-pole 12 dB/octave Steiner filter design with continuous sweepable slope types, as seen across the Brute range. The addition of the proprietary Brute Factor feedback control lets you add anything from subtle warmth to a raunchy growl.

VCF 2 Ladder

• Inspired by Dr. Bob Moogs legendary 4-pole 24 dB/octave ladder design. A low-pass classic, with added gain compensation and asymmetrical distortion to add upfront grit to your polyphonic patches.

Filter Modes

• Series: Combine the strengths of both designs forming a single unique filter exhibiting two different slopes.
• Continuous: In addition to assigning each sound source discretely to the filter of your choice, you can also determine whether the filters run in series, parallel, or a delicious mix of both.
• Parallel: Route the two different filters separately for discrete stereo synthesis, where the left and right channels can have different evolving sounds.

Modern Modulation Sources

PolyBrute weaves a web of envelopes and LFOs thats intricate and unpredictable in equal measurethe sound of motion itself.

Three Envelope Generators

• PolyBrutes VCF and VCA have velocity-sensitive ADSR envelopes hardwired outside the Matrix for instant gratification. The third Envelope Generator features a delay stage (DADSR) and can be assigned to sculpt any Matrix modulation targets. Use the various repeat and loop modes to add complex movement to your patches.

Three LFOs

• PolyBrutes three syncable LFOs span an extremely wide range facilitating anything from beautiful evolving soundscapes to clangorous audio-rate modulation. Options for waveshaping, polarity, and retriggering let you take your sound way outside the box. Experiment with Matrix routing and tempo/MIDI sync for hyper-rhythmic effects.

Enter the Matrix

The flexibility of modular patching combined with digital precision and analog richness makes for a transcendent polysynth experience.

• 32 target parameters, 64 connections in total. Rearrange PolyBrutes signal chain with the touch of a single button. Dial in positive or negative amounts, intuitively assign one or more destinations via any relevant controls, instantly route PolyBrutes array of performance controllers and advanced modulation sources to influence just about anything in the instruments chain - all without the spaghetti nest of wires.
• But the Matrix doesnt just take care of PolyBrutes all-encompassing modulation routing - its the centerpiece of every aspect of its architecture. In Presets mode, use the Matrix to select any of the 768 patch memory locations. Morph mode accesses advanced morph state editing. Sequencer mode transforms the Matrix into an intuitive visual pattern editor.

Animate and Automate Your Sound

When you want to set your sound in motion, theres no faster way than engaging PolyBrutes Sequencer/Arpeggiator section, instantly accessible via the Transport section, Matrix, and keybed. Trigger patterns from the keyboard, or use the Hold mode to latch the keys you touch, freeing your hands to grab controllers, tweak parameters, and/or play along. Its the closest thing you can get to flying without leaving the ground.

32-Step Arpeggiator

• Arturia has taken the arpeggiator way beyond the expected, giving you inspiring new modes ranging from predictable to delightfully random. When you hear something you like, the push of a button can even convert it to a sequence to preserve the magic of the moment (further editing and refinement optional).

64-Step Polyphonic Sequencer

• A tactile visual interface with everything you need to create dynamic polyphonic sequences, arpeggios, parameter motion recording and more.
• You can play along live with your sequences via split and layer modes. Use controllers to change timbre and other PolyBrute parameters during playback, great for bringing nuance, character, and dynamics to your sequence-aided performances. You can even record changes from up to three different controllers into a sequence to automate textural changes.
• Go for solid predictability, or dial in the degree of random probability you want, to continually shake things up.
• Imagine the possibilities of doing that with just about any PolyBrute control. You can optionally set playback speed from 1/8 to 8x what you performed, and even loop playback for repetitive effects.