Arturia Introduces MicroBrute UFO Analog Synthesizer


Today, Arturia has introduced the MicroBrute UFO, a new, limited-edition version of the analog minikey synthesizer.

The MicroBrute UFO is equipped with the Steiner-Parker filter, a multi-waveform VCO, patchable Mod Matrix, and flexible sequencer of the original, but with a new space black look, with ‘martian-green’ detailing.

Features:

  • 100 % analog signal path: pure VCO ? Steiner-Parker filter ? Brute Factor drive
  • Syncable LFO: 3 waveforms, tempo-sync or audio-rate for FM craziness
  • Step-sequencer: 8 patterns, up to 64 steps each, with rate & trigger modes
  • Unique VCO: Saw, Pulse & Triangle with Ultrasaw, PWM, Metalizer and a Sub-5th generator
  • Steiner-Parker multimode filter: Low-, High- & Band-Pass with self-oscillating resonance
  • CV/Gate & Audio In/Out: process external signals and patch into modular rigs
  • Patchable Mod Matrix: route LFO, ENV or external CV anywhere; mini-jack cables in the box
  • Brute Factor: from subtle saturation to full intermodulation havoc
  • MIDI DIN + USB-MIDI: plug into any DAW or hardware setup, clock-sync, or use as a master keyboard

The Arturia MicroBrute UFO is available now, priced at $399.

 

Shut Up & Play: Sounds Of Alesis Andromeda A6 Analog Synthesizer


Sound designer Dirk Rohde (XU Sounddesign) shared this ‘shut up and play’ style demo of the Alesis Andromeda A6, considered by many to be one of the greatest synthesizers ever created.

Sounds are from all the Alesis Andromeda A6, with some external reverb and delay effects.


If you’re interested in the sound library, contact Rohde via the information he shared with the video.

 

Steinberg SpectraLayers 12 Now Available


Steinberg has introduced SpectraLayers 12, a major update to their spectral editing and AI-driven audio processing application.


Here’s what’s new in Steinberg SpectraLayers 12:

  • New Unmix Soundtrack and Unmix Instrument modules
  • Improved Unmix Song, Unmix Drums, and Unmix Noisy Speech processes
  • New Voice Enhance and DePlosive modules
  • Improved Voice DeNoise and Unmix Transcription modules
  • Work on multiple layers simultaneously
  • Upgraded selection tools for frequencies, harmonics and transients
  • Custom naming for batch processing
  • Resize active selections directly in the spectrograph
  • Volume envelopes rendered in place
  • Improved VST 3 module and History panel
  • Runs natively on Windows Arm
  • A range of other process and user interface improvements

SpectraLayers Pro 12 and SpectraLayers Elements 12 are available now, with the following pricing:

  • SpectraLayers Pro 12 is €349 or $349.99
  • An education version is available with a suggested retail price of €179 or $179.99
  • The suggested retail price for SpectraLayers Elements 12 is €89.99 or $89.99

Upgrade pricing is also available.