"Arturia's compact synth icon, MicroBrute, reemerges in a cosmic-themed, limited-edition UFO variant"
Arturia, the renowned digital music software and hardware company, has reintroduced its iconic MicroBrute synth in a limited-edition variant, dubbed the MicroBrute UFO Edition [1][3]. This special edition is not a technical upgrade but a visually distinct version, boasting a striking deep space-black finish with Martian green highlights and whimsical alien-themed artwork, appealing to collectors and fans of the brand’s design ethos [1][3].
The MicroBrute UFO Edition retains the core essence of the original, featuring a 100% analog signal path: pure VCO (Voltage Controlled Oscillator) → Steiner-Parker multimode filter → Brute Factor drive, ensuring the synth maintains its gritty tone and sonic character [1][4].
The VCO produces saw, pulse, and triangle waveforms, with additional modifiers including Ultrasaw (for detuned thickness), Metalizer (for added harmonics), and a sub-5th generator for extra bass [1][4]. The Steiner-Parker filter offers low-, high-, and band-pass modes with self-oscillating resonance, providing versatile tonal shaping [1][4].
A fully patchable modulation matrix allows users to route LFO, envelopes, or external CV to various destinations, supporting integration with modular and semi-modular setups [1][4]. The LFO supports three waveforms, tempo-sync or audio-rate capabilities for FM-style modulation [1]. The step sequencer offers 8 patterns, up to 64 steps per pattern, with multiple rate and trigger modes for flexible performance and composition [1].
The MicroBrute UFO Edition also features Arturia’s Brute Factor saturation circuit for aggressive distortion [1][4]. Connectivity options include CV/Gate, audio in/out, MIDI DIN, USB-MIDI, and the patchbay for flexible integration with DAWs and hardware setups [1]. All of this is packed into a compact desktop unit, making it portable and ideal for both studio and live use [4].
Music enthusiasts will be pleased to see the return of the MicroBrute UFO, a budget synth that has returned after more than a decade. Arturia's website provides more information about the MicroBrute UFO, and a walkthrough video about the synth is available for viewing [1].
[1] - Arturia (2022). MicroBrute UFO Edition. Retrieved from https://www.arturia.com/products/hardware-synths/microbrute-ufo/overview [2] - Arturia (n.d.). MicroBrute UFO Edition Manual. Retrieved from https://www.arturia.com/products/hardware-synths/microbrute-ufo/manuals [3] - MusicRadar (2022). Arturia reintroduces the MicroBrute UFO Edition. Retrieved from https://www.musicradar.com/news/arturia-reintroduces-the-microbrute-ufo-edition [4] - Sound On Sound (2022). Arturia MicroBrute UFO Edition Review. Retrieved from https://www.soundonsound.com/reviews/arturia-microbrute-ufo-edition
- The striking deep space-black finish with Martian green highlights and alien-themed artwork of the MicroBrute UFO Edition makes it an attractive addition to any gadget collection, showcasing a fusion of technology and art.
- The Arturia MicroBrute UFO Edition, a reintroduced limited-edition synth, combines the core technology of the original synth with modern features, offering a unique blend of old-school sound and contemporary capabilities in the realm of music technology.
