Arturia PolyBrute 12 Analog Morphing Synthesizer

Full touch, full control

Discover a next-generation keybed and new aftertouch modes that bring you into a direct and tactile connection with your sound. PolyBrute’s patented FullTouch® keyboard provides the exact position of every key across the entire range of movement. This not only allows for precise and dynamic aftertouch expression but it also puts versatility at PolyBrute’s core – allowing you to go from regular playing modes to exceptional aftertouch and envelope control at the touch of a button. You can also use PolyBrute 12 to control any MPE-compatible VST. If you don’t have a MPE compatible DAW, you can still record expressively using MIDI 1.0, although at a lower resolution.

12-Voice Polyphony

Create complex and lush harmonic structures, huge unison effects, dynamic sonic layering and split keyboard performances with PolyBrute 12’s expanded voice architecture. Use each hand and finger to command a unique aftertouch input per key for never-before-heard composition textures.

Morphée controller

It does more than just put morphing at your fingertips; you can discreetly map the X and Y touch axes plus the Z pressure axis to bring a new form of control to any destination parameters available in the Mod Matrix. You can even use the Morphée to randomize your sequences or arpeggios with spice, dice, and ratcheting!

The ribbon controller

We’ve resurrected the coveted ribbon controller, once a staple on classic hardware synthesizers. Positioned immediately above the keybed, you can assign it to your chosen modulation destination and glide effortlessly up and down to alter your sound.

Unrivaled sonic palette

PolyBrute 12’s voices, signature Brute oscillators, dual analog filters and modulation matrix allow for more sonic possibilities than any other synth – from luminous pads to synth-string plucks.

• The Oscillators: It all begins with two powerful Brute analog VCOs that generate sawtooth, triangle, and square waves simultaneously. Add edge with the Metalizer and low-end depth with sub-oscillator, as well as having cross-mod & sync controls right at your fingertips.
• The Steiner & Ladder Filters: Add color and shape with two classic filter designs, configurable in series, parallel, or continuously variable. The first, a Steiner 12db/octave filter with continuous slope type, enhanced with signature Brute Factor feedback; the second, the legendary 24db/octave Ladder filter for that essential low-pass smoothness, supercharged with biting distortion.

Modulation matrix & more

Create your own unique web of modulators and dive deeper into your sound design than ever before; the Matrix is where PolyBrute 12’s analog reactivity and digital precision collide.

• Presets: Instant access to 480 presets and hundreds of preset slots, including exclusive patches from the greatest sound designers in the world.
• Sequencer: A tactile visual interface with everything you need to create dynamic polyphonic sequences, arpeggios, parameter motion recording and more.
• Mods: A 96-point digital patchbay with up to 32 destinations – easily route any of your modulation sources and controllers to influence dozens of PolyBrute 12’s parameters at once.
• Morph: Adjust the modulation sources and destinations for the A and B states within each preset to deepen your morphing contrast and color.

Distinction in design

PolyBrute 12 represents a leap forward in analog synthesis, while remaining firmly rooted in synth design heritage. PolyBrute enters a new era with its groundbreaking FullTouch® MPE keyboard combined with the same controls, buttons, and expressive components that are a delight to use. Crafted with the finest materials, including walnut wood and a striking aluminum exterior – PolyBrute 12 is designed to meet the demands of professional musicians as well as appeal to the enthusiasts. Its not just for looks either, the vents at the back provide passive cooling so PolyBrute can operate in complete silence.