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Jean-Baptiste Arthus

"The MatrixBrute is undoubtedly a great instrument for musicians but it is also a dream come true for sound designers. Wherever you want to go, you know that you will only encounter open doors. Something as challenging and pleasant for sound experimenters."

Alan Hewitt

The Moody Blues

"Origin allows me to get those great fat sounds I had with my old analog synths. The keyboard is very expressive, allowing you to set it up in just about any way you can think of, also the sequencers and last note expression are invaluable."

Amin Bhatia

Score Composer

"Now this is the future: All the sounds from the worlds greatest synthesizers in a box that is as easy and as fun to use as a MiniMg. The joyous days of analog power and warmth, but with digital recall. And no computer required. I'm liking this !"

Brian London

Keyboardist for Lady Gaga, Rihanna

"Arturia’s Origin is a dream come true. Its huge sound palette and incredible control over massive synths have made it my tool of choice on stage with Rihanna and Lady Gaga."

Bruce Somers

Kidneythieves

"The Origin Keyboard is such an amazing and original instrument. I immediately created a new patch that became my favorite sound and song idea. True inspiration from an amazing piece of gear. Thanks Arturia!"

Che Pope

Producer - Composer

"I purchased my origin site unseen because I love all of Arturia's virtual plug ins and to my surprise the origin sounded bigger and fatter than I expected. It is one of my go to weapons in my arsenal."

Chris Godbey

Sound Engineer

"Whether you are simply calling up a simple MiniMoog patch or custom building a four oscillator, four filter polyphonic monster, the Origin provides you with interactive inspiration. Origin allows you to create impossible synth combinations."

Danny Saber

Sound Engineer

"The Arturia Origin is the most pliable sound source I've ever heard. It sticks to what ever you throw it at."

Drew Neumann

Score Composer

"The Origin easily covers everything from CS, VS to ARP, and even does Digital FM noises. It is a one-stop all-in-one virtual modular synth that covers the history of vintage synths while adding capabilities that the originals lacked."

Herbie Hancock

Jazz composer

"There are a lot of things on the Origin that I've never seen before, and the end results are sounds I've never heard before, and it's great to me. They found another great path for Arturia."

Jordan Rudess

Dream Theater

"Origin is a super powerful synthesizer. Having grown up with the world of classic analog synthesizers and now living in the digital age, the Origin marries these worlds for me in a perfectly intuitive, great sounding hardware musical instrument."

Kern Brantley

Lady Gaga

"I think the Arturia Origin is amazing. It's perfect for live shows as I can have multiple synth sounds on stage without the extra lap top. I love the presets and I'm very excited about incorporating it on tour."

Luis Resto

Producer - Composer

"On Eminem's "Recovery" album (2010), I used Origin on the song "WTP (White Trash Party)" in the chorus doubling up Marshall's melody fairly verbatim with a lead sound that accentuated his phrasing as well as stood out in track."

Steve Ferlazzo

Keyboardist

"The Arturia Origin is a truly inspirational instrument. Having some of the most classic synth engines available onboard and the ability to mix and match components from each of these synths really allows me to create fresh and exciting new sounds."

Steve Jablonsky

Score Composer

"I love how easily I was able to integrate it into my writing process. It's a really deep synth that you can spend hours and hours experimenting with, or you can twiddle some knobs and quickly have a cool and unique patch."

The Crystal Method

Producer - Composer

"I can't tell you how many people asked us where did those particular sounds come from. When we say Arturia Origin, immediatly you can see them checking their bank account to see if they can afford it."

Wally Badarou

Level 42

"Origin is to me a Bentley, a Rolls Royce, and yet so small and powerful."

Adrian Utley

Portishead

"MiniBrute is very nice to play with. The knobs are exactly where they should be. I could sit with my MiniBrute for hours."

Arnaud Rebotini

Black Strobe

"Arturia makes the best synth emulations in my opinion. They are very faithful to the original machines. I think people will soon notice the minibrute signature sounds in electronic music, because it has a true personality."

Capri

DJ / Producer

"When I received my MiniBrute, what caught my attention was it's really solid build quality. It's a nomadic synth, which has absolutely nothing to envy from its analog ancestors. It's an amazing analog creation tool."

Citizen Kain

DJ / Producer

"MiniBrute, My new best friend. 100% inspiring analog sound and unlimited creative possibilities."

Dave Clarke

"The MiniBrute doesn't feel cheap, but very well made. It's a brute, an animal. You can do anything, there is no limit. Arturia is absolutely on the forefront and I'm so happy I've found them."

Gesaffelstein

DJ / Producer

"I've tested the MiniBrute and I find it really good, it is simple in usage as well as in the sounds provided that are basic and effective. MiniBrute allows for specific sounds quickly without going through a complex modulation."

Jean-Benoit Dunckel

Air

"MiniBrute condenses outstanding analog sounds in a compact and solid format that is great for touring. I was impressed by its raw, sometimes dark, and incredibly edgy sounds."

Junkie XL

DJ / Producer

"The MiniBrute is a wonderful analog synth that gives you all the controls you need. You can make great sounds from very dirty to very smooth."

No ID

Producer - Composer

"Arturia has created a keyboard which will re-introduce the world to analog sound on steroids... Definately what the new generation needs."

Nyle Steiner

Sound Engineer

"Arturia did a great job of implementing my classic filter design into the MiniBrute. It's nice to see my design being brought back to life in a quality product."

Pablo Clements

Unkle

"Music does not come that quick - but with the MiniBrute it really does - it's such an amazing synth to play - and makes you want to keep playing it. When you get one just leave the tape running."

Passion Pit

Producer - Composer

"The MiniBrute's bite and beauty makes it versatile, while its interface is stunningly simple and quick. It's as accessible as it is inspiring."

Peter Songolo

Dope D.O.D.

"The MiniBrute will really stand out for making interesting electronic sounds. It has all the ingredients you need. You're gonna hear a couple of basslines on the new Dope DOD album which are made with the MiniBrute."

Simón Mejía

BombaEstereo

"This machine emulates classic sounds but with a modern perspective. It brings all that warmth and strength to the studio and the live performance."

Stefano Ritteri

DJ / Producer

"I'm impressed by how different this synth sounds from anything else I have heard. It's fun to play with and doesn't need much processing to stand out in a busy mix.This is definitely a new Classic. Bravo Arturia !"

Stimming

DJ / Producer

"Thanks arturia for making this one brutally analogue - no presets but loads of fun on stage with this serious instrument."

The Hacker

DJ / Producer

"The MiniBrute is a truly amazing synth, maybe small in size, but impressive in its possibilities. All its features make it a unique synth, combining power and originality, a must!"

Vince Clarke

Depeche Mode

"I personnaly think it's great that all this hardware stuff is coming out now. It's what I grew up with. And I think that there is nothing that you can compare to actually having your hands on a synth."

Yan Wagner

DJ / Producer

"It is a great synthesizer, with a quite rough sound, which is a great complement for other synths that I have with a more rounded tones. The well proportioned Metalizer can get beautiful harmonics and create a unique sonic palette."

Adrian Utley

Portishead

"I love the sound of the original, and MicroBrute's got that character and can be even wilder. You can get all kinds of musical interactions with other analog gear and drum machines. Combine the two together and you're rocking..."

André Bowman

will.i.am

"Big, ballsy sound! Arturia has another sonic monster on its hands!"

Anthony Gonzalez

M83

"It is actually the best thing on earth for travelers. Being able to record anytime with a beautiful sounding analog synth is just priceless! Try to connect MicroBrute to the minibrute then it opens a world of new possibilities. Great job Arturia !"

Chris Cross

Ultravox

"For me, a Synthesizer that has no presets is an adventure every time. MicroBrute is a recipe for audio joy. MicroBrute soon becomes a real electronic instrument, that develops with your knowledge and expertise."

Hideki Matsutake

Sound Engineer

"Its a SMALL GIANT! I love the MicroBrute!!"

Keith Shocklee

Public Enemy

"The craziest part about it is that I can put it in my backpack and yet it's a true analog synthesizer. That's what I was waiting for. I microsized my all setup. Microsized ! That's not even a word !"

oLI dE SaT

Indochine

"If there is a keyboard name that suits well, it is the MicroBrute. Mini keyboard for big warm tones. Intuitive, fast, fun. A really good CV."

PJ Morton

Maroon 5

"There's nothing like having the touch of knobs and buttons under your fingertips. MicroBrute working right along with the MiniBrute just takes it over the top. It's already started to inspire new ideas with my writing and production."

Roger Manning Jr.

Keyboardist

"Once again Arturia has given me the best of both worlds with MicroBrute. It's blowing minds at both my recordings session and in concert. The perfect compliment to my already diverse rig."

Sandra Vu

Dum Dum Girls

"The small form factor is disproportionate to the massive sound you can get out of MicroBrute. Having used many Arturia soft synths, this is a great piece to transition from a laptop. Turn the switch and go."

Tara Busch

I Speak Machine

"This mighty little machine runs the gamut from metallic, brutal bass to velvety bleepy, bloopy goodness - and is a sheer joy to play. Very inspiring!"

Terry Lawless

U2

"MicroBrute takes me back to the joy I felt when I pushed that first key and a saw wave spoke back to me. MicroBrute allows for more than 100% values of such things as keyboard tracking. MicroBrute melds the best in a compact little powerhouse."

Jennifer Cardini

DJ / Producer

"I'm using my Minibrute really often in my studio. The sound is great and I love the arpeggiator"

Albin Janoska

SOHN

"I love the innovative approach on analog synthesis, which makes the MiniBrute a unique instrument with all it´s tone-shaping possibilities..and still it´s a raw, little, great sounding beast!"

Joris Delacroix

DJ / Producer

"A small and affordable little synth that is very fun to use and that can find its own place thanks to a real saturation and incisive sound."

RØDHÅD

DJ / Producer

"The MiniBrute is super easy to use and sounds really good. It can be really brutal but also super smooth if you want. I’m also thinking about preparing a live act in the future and the MiniBrute is definitely one of the synths I would use!"

Nina Kraviz

DJ / Producer

"I liked MicroBrute because it is small and portable and it is useful for me because I am always on the road. It Is very simple but it has a very strong signal and great filter. I can make it sound very my own and unique."

Luciano

DJ / Producer

"It's incredible, it's a great product, congrats!"

Kink

DJ / Producer

"That's the dirtiest sound I've heard in a long time, and that's a compliment"

Carl Craig

DJ / Producer

"Wow..It's easy to program, I think it's great."

Keith Harris

Producer - Composer - Will.I.Am, Madonna

"I give this The Brutalicious Drum Machine of 2016!"

Justin Meldal-Johnsen

Nine Inch Nails, Paramore, Beck

"Very unique, extremely addictive. The MatrixBrute yields results that I can't get on other hardware with this kind of intuitive, clean functionality. I think it's a modern classic"

Steve Albini

Recording Engineer - Nirvana, Pixies, Mogwai, The Stooges

"We have a MiniBrute and I love it. It gets used all the time and is one of our most popular keyboards."

Rival Consoles

Producer

"There are so many tonal possibilities from having 2 different filters, many stages of gain/distortion and great oscillator parameters. Very powerful for shaping sound and a great hands-on experience."

Stefano Ritteri

DJ / Producer

"MatrixBrute is the most powerful synth out there."

Martin Roberts

Musical Director / Musician: M83, Schiller, James Bay

"The scope of sounds possible is incredible, and the semi-modular system has been a great way to create sounds I’d never even think of previously. It���s an incredibly powerful synth with a very small footprint."

Martyn Ware

Producer - Composer

"Every sound can be manipulated to fit the bill – in fact the functionality is as good as any drum machine I’ve ever used (including the original Linndrum). I would recommend it highly as an essential and intuitive songwriter and producer’s tool."

Kenny Larkin

Techno producer from Detroit

"Don’t let the small size fool you, the sound of this thing is massive! The redesigned engine is amazing. Add in the distortion, and it’s on another level! Punchy as f**k! This bad boy is my new go to machine for kick and snare!"

Jacknife Lee

Mixing Engineer, Producer (U2, R.E.M., Snow Patrol)

"The MiniBrute 2 is astounding. It's deep. Wild and chaotic. Endlessly inspiring. This will be a vital weapon in my arsenal. It's fantastic."

Rolandas Venckys

Producer

"Arturia MatrixBrute and especially the matrix modulation section changed my workflow, not only in studio but also on the stage. "

Josh Karp

Budo / Macklemore

"MiniBrute 2 is wild breath of fresh air. I’ve enjoyed having this unique synth around the studio, both as a highly customizable sound source, and a command center for my modular setup!"

Freddie Joachim

Producer

"With the introduction of modular synths into my workflow, the MiniBrute 2 has helped expand on many new ideas. I love shaping sounds within the MiniBrute 2 itself, and at the same time having the ability to patch out into my eurorack modules."

Benjamin Harrison

Singer / Songwriter

"The MatrixBrute is a unique, versatile and powerful anolog synthesizer that just sounds amazing. I particularly love the flexibility of the modulation matrix, macro controllers and MIDI implementation."

Ade Fenton

Producer (Gary Numan)

"MiniBrute 2S takes step-sequencing it to a new level. The sound quality, flexibility and power of this thing cannot be understated and it’s already become one of the few ‘go to’ weapons in my set up."

John Grant

Singer / Songwriter

"Very easy and intuitive to use and the sounds are myriad and ultra-phat and beautiful. And of course, with the matrix, the possibilities are endless. Thank you for another home-run, Arturia!"

Euan Dickinson

Massive Attack collaborator

"Real analog gratification, with an organic yet gnarly tone. Very quickly creates inspiration and a joy to tweak and play with."

James Murphy

LCD Soundsystem

"Not only does the machine itself, internally, work super well to make sounds, but it allows an integration with the insanity of modules we already have via the intense amount of control outputs. The MatrixBrute lets us have our cake and eat it, too."

JT Daly

Songwriter / Engineer

"The DrumBrute Impact is built like an absolute analog tank! It instantly became the warmest and punchiest drum machine in my studio. It sounds amazing and plays even better."

Tom Salta

Composer

"I just love this thing, it has so much attitude. It’s like a great retro-sounding drum machine. "

Ross McNae

Twin Atlantic

"This thing is really inspiring. Every sound is usable and it’s lots of fun. "

Tom Salta

Composer

"The scariest beast of all is the MatrixBrute - that thing’s amazing because it brings a flexibility of modular synthesis with the convenience of digital patch saving."

Stephen Morris

Joy Division & New Order

"The PolyBrute really does sound amazing. Tweaking is a breeze and very addictive thanks to the eye-catching 8 x 12 matrix panel. This makes it easy to keep tabs on the exceedingly deep modulation routings. "

Roger Lyons

Producer - Composer (Alt-J / Oscillator Hell)

"Take a touch of matrix, add a load of poly, stir it all together and what do get? Richness by the spadeful that’s what! Unison as big as a house one moment then pads as delicate as the wind. An absolute peach of a keyboard and my new best friend. "

Nick Baines

Kaiser Chiefs

"As soon as I played the PolyBrute, just flicking through some of the many presets, I was sold. It sounded so alive and expressive and was much more fun to play than other modern polys out there. "

Floex

Composer/ Producer

"PolyBrute is the most organic synth I know - what a beautiful living creature!"

John Grant

Singer / Songwriter

"Arturia’s PolyBrute is a real Lamborghini of a synth in terms of its exquisite engineering, flawless looks and raw power. It can be subtle, delicate, ethereal and dynamic. From the moment you turn it on it inspires you to create. "

Scott Kerr

Five Iron Frenzy

"PolyBrute sounds incredible and is so intuitive. The expression capabilities with the Morphée controller are unlike anything else I've experienced."

Scott Kerr

Five Iron Frenzy

"RackBrute made finding the right power for my modular setup a no-brainer. It looks great, too!"

Tom Furse

The Horrors

"I don't think you should be able to get this many sounds out of a keyboard, it's not fair on all the other keyboards."

Luke Prosser

Jade Bird

"In all honesty, this is one of the most powerful and tactile synthesizers I have ever used, from warm subtle pads to full on freak out in your face lead lines, this can truly do it all."

Sven Faulconer

Producer

"I love how the matrix provides exhaustive patching capabilities and the fact that I can store all of my work as a preset is huge, especially when directors give me notes on specific sounds that otherwise would be a complete redo and hard to recreate."

Ken "Flux" Pierce

"Creating Sounds in the MatrixBrute is a unique experience"

Ken "Flux" Pierce

"Creating Sounds in the MatrixBrute is a unique experience. Unlike most deep synthesizers MatrixBrute gives you access to view all of your modulations in one place with no menu diving. This presents an amazing opportunity to design sounds with an overview that allows you to keep focused on the minute details while designing for the global users."

Ken "Flux" Pierce

"When approaching the sound design for the MatrixBrute my first priority was to create sounds that inspired. I found working with the MatrixBrute that you could certainly keep a sound minimal and get huge results. Adding in the Macro controls and modulations allowed me to really take a sound from vintage to modern in no time. I wanted to take advantage of the dual filters in the MatrixBrute. This is something really unique and allows for a great tonal variety in a single preset."

Stéphane Schott

"It is almost impossible to do the same on any other synthesizer so instinctively."

Stéphane Schott

"From the moment I began to handle sound design on the MatrixBrute I was immediately seduced by the effectiveness of the modulation matrix, which is one of the key points of this synth. To be able to assign so quickly up to 16 sources of modulations to 16 destinations including 4 customizable destinations, we can say that it is almost impossible to do the same on any other synthesizer so instinctively."

Stéphane Schott

"At first, I wanted to create abrupt, dissonant and aggressive sonorities and it appears that I was able to develop some because MatrixBrute offers many nice settings with the Drive and the Brute Factor in the filter section, the Metalizer, the Ultra Saw in the oscillator section and of course the Audio Mod. Then I realized that it could be interesting in a softer range. The Ladder Filter and analog effects that were not in the MiniBrute brings a lot on that point. I also wanted to make use of the possibilities the 64-step sequencer is offering."

Boele Gerkes

"There is so much to explore on the MatrixBrute!"

Boele Gerkes

"To me the MatrixBrute has a perfect mix of features: an extensive sound engine, a fantastic modulation matrix, a step sequencer, an arpeggiator plus many other bonuses like the BBD delay, patch memory, various play modes and extensive connectivity to and from Eurorack modulars."

Boele Gerkes

"You can do wild things: use an LFO shape as envelope, use just the sub oscillators as sound source, modulate parameters with the step sequencer, modulate oscillators or filters with one of the 4(!) flavors of noise, trigger the VCA gate input with and LFO (you need 1 patch cable for it), etc. I tried to capture a lot of those things in my presets and also did some sounds that recreate famous old sequences: On the Run, Spiral, Tangram, Rubycon. Not necessarily exactly the same, but close and with character."

Richard Devine

DJ / Producer

"You can literally route anything to anything"

Richard Devine

DJ / Producer

"The MatrixBrute push button matrix system interface is one of the most unique things about it.You can easily push in your modulation routings, sequences, preset storage/recall making programing and shaping sounds a breeze. The Mod Matrix is an excellent exploratory environment for sound experimentation."

Richard Devine

DJ / Producer

"I was interested in creating animated textural sounds with the MatrixBrute. You have so many ways to approach modulation using the built-in envelopes, LFO's, VCO's, 4 macro knobs, and you can literally route anything to anything. I also tried to create several patches around the internal sequencer/arpeggiator, which can also be used as a modulation source."

Jean-Baptiste Arthus

"A direct connection between your idea and the results you get"

Jean-Baptiste Arthus

"The one knob per function creates a direct connection between your idea and the result you get. You are always sure of the direction you are taking during your sound creation. Hands on, powerful, and inspiring."