Spark Dubstep - Electronic musical instrument Arturia - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Electronic musical instrument (hybrid drum machine)
Brand	Arturia
Model	Spark Dubstep
Dimensions (estimated)	32 x 22 x 5 cm
Weight (estimated)	1.2 kg
Power supply	USB bus power or 9 V DC / 800 mA adapter (center positive)
Display	LCD digital display
Pads	8 velocity-sensitive pads with aftertouch
Sequencer	16 steps, up to 64 steps per pattern, default resolution 1/16
Effects	Filter (LP/BP/HP), Slicer (Repeat, Tape, Reverse, Strobe, Pan, Bit Crush), Roller (roll with swing)
Connectivity	USB 2.0, MIDI In/Out (on Spark Creative), Kensington lock (SparkLE)
Included software	Spark Creative Drum Machine (VST/AU/RTAS plug-in)
Sound engines	Analog synthesis, sampling, physical modeling
Main functions	Looper, Song mode, automation, MIDI control, real-time XY pad
Maintenance and cleaning	Dry soft cloth, do not use liquids (alcohol, gasoline, acetone)
Safety	Do not open the device, avoid water and moisture, use only the recommended adapter
Spare parts and repairability	USB cable supplied, optional adapter; repairs by qualified center (warranty void if opened)
General information	Manual available for download, registration required for activation

Frequently Asked Questions - Spark Dubstep Arturia

How to install Spark Dubstep software on Windows?

Insert the installation DVD, run SPARK Setup.exe, follow the instructions. Accept the license, choose complete or custom installation. Then connect the controller via USB to install the driver. On Windows XP, follow the manual procedure by selecting the Spark_XP.inf file.

How to register and activate Spark Dubstep software?

Go to www.arturia.com/login and create an account or log in. In the My Registered Products section, click Add, select SPARK Software, enter your serial number and unlock code. You will receive an activation code by email to copy into the authorization window at software launch.

How to connect the Spark controller to the computer?

Use the supplied USB cable to connect the controller to a USB 2.0 port on your computer. The Spark Creative controller can also be powered via USB or via a 9 V DC adapter. For SparkLE, power is only via USB. Make sure to use a powered USB hub if necessary.

How to create a first pattern in Spark?

Launch the software and select a kit. In the sequencer area, click on the step pads (1 to 16) to enable or disable notes. Use the transport buttons (Record, Play) to record your sequence. You can adjust the tempo with the dedicated potentiometer.

How to use the Roller effect on an instrument?

Press the Roller button to activate the effect. Choose a subdivision (1/4, 1/8, etc.) by clicking on the XY pad. Then hold down the pad of the desired instrument (e.g., snare). The roll effect will be applied. You can lock the effect by holding Select + Roller.

How to calibrate pad sensitivity?

In the Spark MIDI Controller (for Spark Creative) or MIDI Control Center (for SparkLE) software, go to the Action menu and select Calibrate Pads. Strike each pad three times as prompted. LEDs indicate progress. To restore factory settings, use Restore Factory Calib.

How to save a project in Spark?

In the toolbar, click the Save button. You can also use the shortcut Ctrl+S (Windows) or Cmd+S (Mac). Projects are saved in Spark format. To export a pattern as MIDI, drag the pattern from the Song/Pattern area to a host software or the desktop.

How to use the XY effects pad?

The XY pad allows real-time control of the Filter, Slicer, and Roller effects. Select an effect with the corresponding buttons, then move your finger or mouse over the pad. The X-axis controls frequency (or subdivision for Slicer) and the Y-axis controls resonance (or other parameters depending on the effect).

How to synchronize Spark with a host software (DAW)?

In Spark preferences, enable the Host option to follow your DAW's tempo. To send MIDI to the host, select Send MIDI from the pads or sequencer. Set the MIDI input in your DAW to the public port Spark Controller. For Logic Pro, create an IAC driver and connect the port.

What to do if the Spark controller stops responding?

Check the USB connection and try another port. Ensure the driver is properly installed. For the Spark Creative controller, hold down the Filter+Slicer+Roller buttons to enter MIDI mode, then re-establish the connection via the Spark MIDI Controller software. If the problem persists, restart the computer and the controller.

USER MANUAL Spark Dubstep Arturia

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SPARK

Creative Drum Machine

TAE®

True Analog Emulation

Kevin Molcard (Lead Developer)

Emilie de Fouchecour

Bruno Pillet

Adrien Courdavault

Philippe Wicker

Vincent Travaglini

Niccolo Comin

Guillaume Piolat

ELECTRONIQUE

Laurent Baret

Bruno Pillet

DESIGN

Thomas & Wolfgang Merkle (Bitplant)

Axel Hartmann (Design Box)

Morgan Perrier

Daniel Vester

DESIGN SONORE

Noritaka Ubukata

Jean-Michel Blanchet

Christian Lafitte (Cigale Prod)

Mike Hosker

Kevin Shröder

Greg Savage

Glen Darcey

Hernan Velasco

Stéphane Schott

INDUSTRIALISATION

Nicolas Dubois

Richard Phan

Gerard Buracchini

MANUEL (REDACTION)

William Talgorn

Randy Lee

MANUEL (TRADUCTION)

Tomoya Fukuchi

Niccolo Comin

Jérome Parrod

Pierce Warnecke

Antoine Back

Sébastien Rochard

REMERCIEMENTS

Sean Weitzmann, Gérard Buracchini, Cedric Pallier, Elodie Cao, Denis Frouin, Philippe Girard-Buttoz, Yannick Bonnefoy, Peter Gelhaus (acoustic drum kit photo), Kevin Lamb, Patrick Kunz, Frank Orlich, Miguel Silva, Houston Haynes, Cristian Kreindler, Paul Steinway Sébastien Rochard, Tobias Carpenter, Hung Lee, Jason Huang, Wenyu Huang, Matty Yuan, Chen Xiaomai

ECHANTILLONS SONORES

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1 INTRODUCTION....10

1.1 BIENVENUE DANS LE MONDE DE SPARK.... 10
1.2 HISTORIQUE.... 11

2 INSTALLATION 13

2.1 INSTALLATION WINDOWS (7/XP/VISTA) 13
2.2 INSTALLATION MAC OSX (10.5 ET VERSIONS ULTERIEURES) 18

3 ENREGISTREMENT ET AUTORISATION 19

3.1 ENREGISTREMENT....19
3.2 AUTORISATION 22

4 LE CONTROLEUR SPARK CREATIVE : PRESENTATION ^2 23

4.1 LE PANNEAU CENTRAL....23
4.2 LE PANNEAU ARRIERE.... 26

5 LE CONTRÔLEUR SPARKLE : PRÉSENTATION....27

5.1 LE PANNEAU SUPERIEUR 27
5.2 LE PANNEAU LATERAL....29

6 UTILISER SPARK 30

6.1 LA BARRE D'OUTILS....30
6.2 LE PANNEAU CENTRAL (SPARK CREATIVE) 31
6.3 LE PANNEAU CENTRAL (SPARKLE)....50
6.4 LE PANNEAU INFÉRIEUR 67
6.5 LE PANNEAU SUPÉRIEUR 97
6.6 LE NAVIGATEUR (BROWSER) 108

7 MODE D'OPERATION 110

7.1 MODE STANDALONE....110
7.2 MODE PLUG-IN 112
7.3 VST....114
7.4 AUDIO UNIT (MAC OS X UNIQUEMENT)....116
7.5 PRO TOOLS 120
7.6 ENREGISTREMENT DE DONNEES MIDI EMISES PAR SPARK DANS VOTRE HOST VST.... 122
7.7 CONTRÔLER SPARK AVEC UN CONTRÔLEUR MIDI EXTERNE.... 124

8 LES CONTRÔLEURS SPARK 127

8.1 UTILISATION DU CONTROLEUR SPARK AVEC SON SOFTWARE 127
8.2 UTILISATION DU CONTROLEUR AVEC DES APPLICATIONS HOST OU DES DISPOSITIFS MIDI 129
8.3 LE LOGICIEL « SPARK MIDI CONTROLLER »...... 129
8.4 MIDI CONTROL CENTER SPARKLE 138

9 SPARK LEGAL INFORMATION....144

9.1 SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT.... 144
9.2 FCC INFORMATION (USA)....146
9.3 CANADA 147
9.4 EUROPE 147

10 NOTES....148

1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 BIENVENUE DANS LE MONDE DE SPARK

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6.2.3 La zone Song/Pattern

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6.4.1 Présentation

Click on "Library" to display the Library panel.

7.4 AUDIO UNIT (MAC OS X UNIQUEMENT)

7.4.1 Installation

7.4.4 Stereo Mode and Multi Output Mode

7.4.4.1 Mode Stéréo

7.6.2 Recording MIDI out to an audio units host (AU)

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9.2 FCC INFORMATION (USA)

Important notice: DO NOT MODIFY THE UNIT!

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirement. Modifications not expressly approved by Arturia may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product, use only high quality shielded cables. Cable (s) supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FFC authorization to use this product in the USA.

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• Relocate either this product or the device that is affected by the interference.
• Use power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter(s).
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9.3 CANADA

NOTICE: This class B digital apparatus meets all of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

CE This product complies with the requirements of European Directive89/336/EEC.

This product may not work correctly by the influence of electro-static discharge; if it happens, simply restart the product.

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