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Arturia DRUMBRUTE IMPACT User Manual

Arturia DRUMBRUTE IMPACT
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USER MANUAL

Table of Contents

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Arturia DRUMBRUTE IMPACT Specifications

General IconGeneral
Product colorBlack
Scratcher type-
Built-in optical driveNo
Current1 A
Input voltage12 V
Power supply typeAC
USB portYes
USB connector typeUSB Type-B
USB ports quantity1
Headphone connectivity3.5 mm
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth290 mm
Width320 mm
Height90 mm
Weight1840 g

Summary

General Safety and Precautions

Important Warnings

Discusses potential hearing loss and service responsibilities.

Precautions for Safe Operation

Lists essential safety guidelines for using the instrument.

Transport Controls and Tempo

Setting the Tempo

Details how to set and fine-tune the tempo using Rate/Fine and Tap Tempo.

Copy, Erase, and Save Functions

Saving Patterns, Banks, and Songs

Explains the process of saving created patterns, banks, and songs.

Pattern Effects and Length

Pattern Effects (Swing and Random)

Introduces Swing for shuffle feel and Random for unpredictability.

Output Circuit Controls

Distortion Effect

Controls the master distortion level and its toggle functionality.

Master Level Control

Adjusts the master output and headphone levels.

Touch Strip Functions

Roller, Looper, and Step Repeat Modes

Explains using the touch strip for drum rolls, loops, or step subdivisions.

Pads and Color Features

Color Mode and Color Hold

Describes accessing and using Color mode, including Color Hold functionality.

Rear Panel Connections (Part 1)

Clock and MIDI I/O Ports

Explains the clock and MIDI input/output connectors.

USB and Power Connections

Details the USB port for computer connection and the power connector.

Rear Panel Outputs (Part 2)

Headphone Output

Describes the headphone output and its signal behavior.

Mix Output Functionality

Explains the mix output and its interaction with individual outputs.

Individual Audio Outputs

Dedicated Instrument Outputs

Lists the available individual output jacks for specific instruments.

Tempo and Metronome Settings

Setting the Pattern Tempo

Details tempo control methods, including fine-tuning and tap tempo.

Recording and Saving Patterns

Recording a New Pattern

Step-by-step guide to recording drum patterns using pads.

Saving Your Work

Explains the different save operations for patterns, banks, and songs.

Looper and Roller Functions

Looper Mode Operation

Explains how to use the touch strip as a Looper for pattern sections.

Roller Mode Operation

Details using the touch strip as a Roller for real-time instrument rolls.

Instrument Parameter Details (Part 1)

Kick Drum Parameters

Lists and describes parameters for the Kick drum.

Snare Drum Parameters

Details parameters for Snare 1 and Snare 2.

Instrument Parameter Details (Part 2)

Cymbal and Cowbell Parameters

Describes parameters for Cymbal and Cowbell instruments.

Hi-Hats Parameters

Details parameters for Closed Hat and Open Hat.

FM Drum Instrument Parameters

FM Drum Synthesis Parameters

Lists and explains parameters specific to the FM Drum instrument.

Color Mode and Effects Chart

Overview of Color Mode

Summarizes Color effects per instrument and application methods.

Color Effect Chart

A table detailing Color parameters and their descriptions for each instrument.

Pattern Mode: Creation Basics

Tempo Control and Fine-Tuning

Details tempo control methods, including fine-tuning and tap tempo.

Recording Patterns

Basic Pattern Recording

Guides on recording patterns using the record button and pads.

Quantization and Non-Quantize Modes

Explains quantized recording and the alternative non-quantize mode.

Pattern Editing Modes

Step Mode Editing

Explains how to enter and use Step mode for event editing.

Accent and Color Mode Editing

Describes using Accent mode for emphasis and Color mode for sound variations.

Step Repeat Feature

Using Step Repeat for Rhythmic Subdivisions

Explains how Step Repeat adds quick, glitchy events using the touch strip.

Shifting Event Timing

Adjusting Event Timing

Details how to shift individual event timing forward or backward.

Song Mode Operations

Creating and Sequencing Songs

Details the process of building a song by sequencing patterns.

Reverting, Saving, and Erasing Songs

Explains how to restore, save, or delete songs.

Polyrhythm Mode

Understanding Polyrhythm Functionality

Explains how polyrhythm allows different time signatures per instrument track.

Creating a Polyrhythm Pattern

Step-by-Step Polyrhythm Creation

A guide to building a polyrhythm pattern using multiple instrument loops.

Synchronization Modes

DrumBrute Impact as Master Clock

Explains how to set the DrumBrute Impact as the master clock.

DrumBrute Impact as Slave Clock

Details how to configure the unit to sync to external sources.

Clock Synchronization Settings

Clock In/Out Rate Options

Describes the available clock formats (1P, 2P, 24P, 48P).

Connecting to MIDI Control Center

USB Connection and Device Recognition

Explains how to connect the DrumBrute Impact via USB and its recognition.

Storing and Recalling Data

Using the 'Store To' Button

Explains how to transmit templates from MCC to the DrumBrute Impact.

Recalling Edited Patterns

Backing Up Patterns from the Device

Guides on pulling patterns from the DrumBrute Impact into MCC for backup.

Device Settings Import/Export

Exporting Device Settings

Guides on saving device settings to a file.

Importing Device Settings

Explains how to load device settings from a file.

Setting Pattern Length in MCC

Adjusting Pattern Length via the Window

Guides on using the pattern window to set pattern lengths up to 64 steps.

MCC Pattern Event Editing

Entering and Deleting Events

Explains how to add or remove events within the pattern view.

Managing Color Events

Details how to add, remove, and manage Color events in patterns.

Moving and Copy/Pasting Events in MCC

Editing Event Velocity in MCC

MCC Shift Timing Feature

MCC Step Repeat Entry and Editing

Polyrhythm in MIDI Control Center

Global Settings in MIDI Control Center

MCC Roller/Looper Settings

MIDI Control Center Transport Settings

MIDI Control Center Drum Map

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