The Arturia MiniBrute 2 is a semi-modular monophonic analog synthesizer with a 48-point patchbay and full Eurorack compatibility.

Updated features include a second VCO, a second LFO, and VCO and filter frequency modulation possibilities, as well as modifier-related modulation destinations and a looped AD envelope.

Evolved from the lineage of its predecessor, the MiniBrute 2 is a versatile and highly adaptable synthesizer, with semi-modular architecture and enormous connectivity.

Since the first electronic instruments, synthesizers have expanded and enhanced the possibilities available to musicians. The MiniBrute 2 was born as a synthesizer that would sound big and yet be compact, independent and versatile. An instrument that should be comprehensive and evolutionary.

It has a classic 12dB Steiner-Parker filter, two analog VCOs with multiple waveforms, two LFOs, which open up many modulation possibilities, and a versatile architecture that allows all kinds of experiments in sound synthesis.

Thanks to its patch bay/gate, you will be able to reinvent and restructure your MiniBrute 2 at any time.

The synthesizer is semi-modular, even without the patch cables connected, and each of its features has already been expertly routed internally in a very practical and easily accessible way. The possibilities are practically limitless, and even more so if you have other equipment compatible with the CV/Gate control standard or Eurorack modules to join the package.

The Minibrute 2 was designed by passionate synth enthusiasts to suit all types of musicians, from the most traditional to the most intrepid and experimental.

Designed by Arturia's bold product manager Seb Rochard and Yves Usson, the MiniBrute 2 is truly an instrument made by musicians, for musicians. Every aspect of the synthesizer, from the layout to the carefully chosen components, reflects their meticulous obsession with bringing you a powerful and extremely adaptable analog synthesizer.

MiniBrute features a high-quality 25-key keyboard enhanced with aftertouch, a versatile arpeggiator, and a smart, effective sequencer. This sequencer is bold and instinctive when it exists as part of a creative environment.

Whether you think the MiniBrute 2 is impressive or intimidating, we've created a world of useful and creative tools to help you find the best possible way to engage with our synthesizer. In addition to its clear and simplified architecture, we also created a pre-defined “User-friendly Guide” for you to discover your skills at your own pace. When you're ready to experiment, you'll find that we provide a set of patch cables so you can start re-sounding your new synthesis network with other modules.

Characteristics

• 25-key semimodular monophonic analog synthesizer;
• 2 oscillators with waveform mixing, wave shaping and frequency modulation;
• 4-mode Steiner-Parker analog filter;
• 2 envelopes, an ADSR and a loop AD and 2 LFOs;
• Integrated sequencer and arpeggiator;
• MatrixBrute-style keyboard with assignable aftertouch;
• USB and MIDI connectivity, plus sync support for DrumBrute, Akai MPC Live and Korg Volcas;
• 48-point CV for extensive modulation capabilities and Eurorack integration.

Specifications

• Type: semimodular keyboard synthesizer;
• Number of keys: 25;
• Key types: synthesizer;
• With aftertouch: yes;
• With velocity-sensitive keys: yes;
• With pitch bend and modulation wheel: yes;
• Polyphony: monophonic;
• Oscillators: 2 x VCO, Hard Sync, Linear/Exponential FM (VCO 1);
• Waveforms: Saw + Ultra Saw, Square + Pulse Width, Triangle + Metalizer, Sine, White Noise;
• LFO: 2 x LFO with synchronization (sine, triangle, sawtooth, square, random, slew random);
• Filter: 2-pole Steiner-Parker filter (low-pass, bandpass, high-pass, notch);
• Envelope generator: 1 x ADSR, 1 x AD (gate, trigger, loop);
• With arpeggiator: yes, 16 notes;
• Sequencer: 64-step;
• Audio outputs: 1 x 1/4 inch;
• Headphone jacks: 1 x 1/4 inch;
• USB inputs: 1 x Type B;
• MIDI I/O: In/Out/USB;
• Other I/O: 48 x 1/8 inch patchbay;
• Power: 12V DC source (included);
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 48.4 x 5.8 x 33.6cm;
• Weight: 4.8kg.

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