User Manual

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of Arturia's DrumBrute Impact!
The DrumBrute Impact analog drum synthesizer is the younger sibling of the Arturia
DrumBrute, and though it is smaller in stature its features are equally formidable. It has all
of the same groove-making capabilities, with a unique sound that packs a punch all its own.
DrumBrute Impact offers 10 powerful analog instruments including a kick drum, two snares,
hats and cymbals, plus toms, cowbell, and a flexible FM drum instrument can produce
a wide variety of sounds. The innovative Color features for each instrument expand the
possibilities even further.
There is also a new distortion circuit on the master output to add an aggressive edge to the
overall sound. It has an adjustable level that ranges from " a little bit dirty " to " overdriven into
oblivion ", so you can mangle your music as much as you like.
As an analog drum synthesizer the DrumBrute Impact stands on the shoulders of the
classic drum machines of the 1970s and ‘80s. But it also incorporates the most advanced
technological developments of the modern era, which allows it to integrate and synchronize
with any computer system, MIDI rig or vintage setup.
Main features of the DrumBrute Impact:
• 10 instruments, including an FM drum
• Completely analog signal generation and signal path for each instrument
• Independent Color feature for each instrument
• Adjustable/defeatable distortion on master output
• Individual outputs for many instruments (kick, snares, hats, and the FM Drum)
• Solo/Mute of individual instruments or groups of instruments
• 10 independent tracks
• Shift timing of tracks or events
• Accent and Color available per instrument, per event (except cowbell)
• Swing and randomness, per track or per pattern
• Step repeat, for rhythmic subdivisions per event
• Tempo range 30-300 bpm
• Tap tempo
• MIDI input/output
• Able to synchronize to USB/MIDI clock and other standard clock sources
• Works with the MIDI Control Center software to edit sequences and global
settings
We think you'll be impressed by the sonic character and features of the DrumBrute Impact.
And above all, it is easy to use! It has been specifically designed to enhance your workflow
and your creativity.
Be sure to visit the www.arturia.com website and check for the latest firmware, download
the MIDI Control Center and check out the tutorials and FAQs. We are sure you’ll be making
amazing music in no time.
Musically yours,
The Arturia team